Sherwood Real Estate by The Gardner Team

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When a picture speaks a thousand words, this is the definition...

Over 10,400 Sqft. on 7.44 Acres of breathtaking and artistic landscaped grounds...

Views overlooking 100's of acres and the nearby golf course...

Custom built and designed estate used as residence by original owner...

Expansive driveways, courtyards, parking areas, breezeway and more...

Perfect for your grand master estate or even a potential Bed & Breakfast...

Unrivaled opportunity in this quality built custom estate perched atop a private hill overlooking million dollar views of the valley, nearby nursery and golf course. Brand new gourmet kitchen, master suite and indoor spa room. 5 full bedrooms, 4.4 bathrooms, 6 car garage and more.  Nearly $1 Million in artistic landscape design and offers "Immediate" potential equity.  Simply the most unbelievable opportunity of a lifetime!   Announcing this Cornelius Oregon Gated Luxury Estate NOW on the market... $1,199,000 

Stay Tuned... More to Come Soon at www.LuxuryOregonHome.com

Exclusively marketed and represented by Jason Gardner and The Gardner Team.  We respect and guarantee the anonymity of all our clients.  Please feel free to contact us directly at (971) 832-1234, email jasongardner@johnlscott.com and view our website www.TheGardnerTeam.net

Top 1% of Realtors throughout all of Oregon, Washington and Idaho, #1 in Sherwood Oregon Real Estate, #1 John L. Scott Office Producer.  Nationally Accredited Luxury Home Specialists (ALHS) and John L. Scott Certified Luxury Portfolio Specialists.

America's Best and Worst Housing Markets - Portland Oregon Placed #4 in Best Housing Markets!
Forbes magazine analyzed monthly declines as well as year-over-year declines in home prices.

The data used was released Feb. 24 from the S&P/Case-Shiller home price index, 20 cities were examined in the U.S. on the basis of how fast home prices are falling, whether or not that descent is picking up speed or slowing down, and how many months of lost equity homeowners have endured.

With these figures in mind, it determined the 10 best and the 10 worst U.S. housing markets. Here they are::

10 Best
New York City
Washington, DC
Charlotte, N.C.
Portland, Ore
San Diego
Denver
Boston
Dallas
Los Angeles
Seattle

10 Worst
Las Vegas
Phoenix
Detroit
Minneapolis
San Francisco
Chicago
Cleveland
Atlanta
Tampa
Miami

Source: Forbes: Matt Woolsey (02/24/2005)

As leading Realtors serving the Portland Metro Area with a special focus on Sherwood Oregon where we live and our John L. Scott office is based, this is news that does not come by surprise to us.  In fact, we've continued to provide supporting facts of the positive in our economy whether it be in conversation with our clients and community, in past posts featured here on our blog and more importantly through results we deliver in real estate. Each successful real estate sale in our local market is a testimony to our housing market. 

With Sherwood Oregon being one of the most desirable suburbs outside of Portland Oregon, one of Oregon's fastest growing cities and renowned title holders of CNN's Money Magazine Top Places to Live in the Nation for 2007, Sherwood is sure to see continued benefits of being one of the best places to live.

For more information about Sherwood living or living in the surrounding areas you can CLICK HERE to start viewing all properties available in the MLS.  If you have any questions or are looking for a Top Producer to represent your real estate needs, contact Jason Gardner directly at 971-832-1234, email jasongardner@johnlscott.com or visit our site at www.thegardnerteam.net

The country was scoured for towns that combine a great business environment with alluring leisure offerings.  Economic conditions were considered from local tax rates, alongside natural beauty, accessibility and more.

CNN Money Magazine describes Portland Oregon as "A thriving Urban scene with abundant outdoor recreations"

They named the city #6 BEST PLACES to Live and Launch, 2008.

Among the list of accolades, Portland Oregon was named in the TOP 10 places where your dollar goes the furthest and #1 most sustainable cities. 

Just minutes outside Portland Oregon is one of Oregon's fastest growing cities, Sherwood Oregon.  In 2007, CNN Money Magazine named Sherwood #18 Best Places to Live in the Nation.

We know ratings are important.  They provide a sense confidence and assurance.  That's why we strive to provide you the latest news and important content, such as this on our real estate blog.  No matter what you do in life, you want to make a good investment of your time and money.  When looking for a Realtor in this area, our team comes with TOP ratings and the experience you require.

VIDEO TESTIMONIALS 

Jason and Amber Gardner - Your Sherwood Real Estate Team Serving the best of Portland's surrounding areas!

TOP 1% of Realtors - #1 Agent, John L. Scott Sherwood - #1 Realtor 2008, Sherwood Oregon

As the leading real estate company in the Northwest, John L. Scott has been setting the standard in real estate, training, technology and innovation. 

For over 75 years John L. Scott Real Estate has also been celebrating a standard in the annual success of their agents.  Each year in real estate, companies like John L. Scott Real Estate reflect on the success of their agents and recognize them for their sales accomplishments and excellence in the real estate industry. 

With over 4,000 sales associates in nearly 150 locations throughout Oregon, Washington and Idaho, John L. Scott Real Estate was part of 44,000 transactions and over 14.6 Billion dollars in sales volume during 2008 alone. 

We'd like to congratulate the agents who worked very hard in 2008 and earned one of the many prestigious John L. Scott awards.  CLICK HERE for the John L. Scott directory of ALL agents company wide and their respective level of achievements. 

The following categories are in order of their respective levels of accomplishment...

Top 1% Producer

CLICK HERE to see the directory of Nationally recognized Top 1% of ALL Realtors throughout Oregon, Washington and Idaho. This John L. Scott award recognizes only 1% of Realtors and is based on the highest sales performance in the entire company for 2008.

Rookie of the Year

Presidents Elite

Presidents Gold

Presidents Club

Emerald Award

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In 2008 The Gardner Team had the honor of being awarded John L. Scott's prestigious Top 1% of Realtors award, we were recognized as the Sherwood John L. Scott office's #1 Producer and named #1 Realtor in the City of Sherwood for most real estate SOLD over all agents and companies... This was accomplished through working hard each day with an unwavering commitment to our clients success and a determination to make a positive difference during these historical times in real estate. 

While every year brings its rewards and hardships, we're reminded that what we do offers purpose and inspiration for ourselves as well as others.  Our profession allows us to help people in one of the most important aspects of their lives... We appreciate you, your support, confidence, trust in our team and referrals you entrust with us.  As you know, our philosophy is "Committed to YOUR Success" so this success is dedicated to you - in our eyes, YOU are number one and we'd like to "Thank you" for allowing us to be of continued service to you. 

Respectfully your friends and Realtors, 

Jason and Amber Gardner (And our boys Tyler, Mason and Gavon - They helped too!)

Client Direct: 971.832.1234 / www.TheRealtorofChoice.com

Licensed Realtors in the State of Oregon - Top 1% of Realtors in Oregon, Washington & Idaho

"When you invite success in your home, you'll get success out of life"

Never Miss the Perfect Home Again with New Listing Alerts for Homebuyers by Email... It's a totally FREE service, only basic information is needed and everything is 100% confidential.

Through www.SherwoodListings.com you can access all real estate throughout the Portland Oregon Metro Area.  Here's your chance to be directly notified instantly of Sherwood Oregon area real estate listings, price changes and property updates.  Use the link below to customize and save YOUR search specific criteria.  Immediately, you will see matches of all area listings that fit your needs, compiled in a list and sent right to your inbox.  Anytime homes are added to the MLS that are a match, you'll be the first to know through our automatic email alerts. 

Feel free to use this information on your own terms, and when you're ready to talk to an agent, you can contact us directly anytime.  Create, modify or save as many home search profiles you'd like.

Again, we value your privacy.  Any and all information you share with The Gardner Team is always kept confidential.  We never have or will share or sell data and there's never any obligation when using our services.  As the area's leading real estate team, we're here to help!

Providing you more added value and convenience is our goal. 

Whether you're a first time home buyer of looking for that exceedingly comfortable lifestyle, Jason and his Sherwood Oregon Real Estate Team know the entire Portland Metro area very well.  And better yet, our services are free to home-buyers and the rewards package to you includes benefits that are simply unmatched.  Ask us about our exclusive home-buyer services, it's nothing less than VIP treatment.  The pleasure and success of your experience is very importance to us and that's why you can expect to experience the difference of extraordinary service when you work with The Gardner Team! 

Where to Live on Less Than $500,000
Forbes magazines has compiled a list of cities where $500,000 will still buy an exceedingly comfortable lifestyle.

To choose these 10 locations, Forbes examined the cost of the typical four-bedroom, two-bathroom, and 2,200-square-foot home. They also factored in the amount of patent and venture capital activity, average commute, and an average cost of living below $100,000.

The top cities were:

1. Irvine, Calif.
2. Raleigh, N.C.
3. Bellevue, Wash.
4. Portland, Ore.
5. Sunnyvale, Calif.
6. Redmond, Wash.
7. Austin, Texas
8. Chandler, Ariz.
9. Rochester, N.Y.
10. Plano, Texas

Source: Forbes, Matt Woolsey (02/12/2009)

Wondering what kind of homes are currently available in the Portland Oregon or surrounding area?  Click below to create your customize local home search.  Set your search by price, style, square footage or number of bedrooms.  And, no need to register - this is a free and private home search.  We take pride in not gathering your information, rather providing easy and enjoyable resources you can actually use.  

Whether you're a first time home buyer of looking for that exceedingly comfortable lifestyle, Jason and his Sherwood Oregon Real EstateTeam know the entire Portland Metro area very well.  And better yet, our services are free to home-buyers and the rewards package to you includes benefits that are simply unmatched.  Ask us about our exclusive home-buyer services, it's nothing less than VIP treatment.  The pleasure and success of your experience is very importance to us and that's why you can expect to experience the difference of extraordinary service when you work with The Gardner Team! 

Let's get started... Find the home of your dreams!

The Spring tends to mark the real estate season, but really in today's market it's more of a 24/7/365 thing.  As agents we can tell you in this market, it takes a full time commitment, all year around to get homes from sale to sold.  Especially when there are so many homes available to choose from.

The following home selling tips will be more than helpful, they will give you a leading advantage in preparing your Sherwood area home for sale in the 2009 spring season. Whether you do it alone, hire out help or enlist the expertise and special assistance offered by your Sherwood Real Estate Team... the bottom line, your home must shine!

The first thing you have to think about is "Spring Cleaning":  Focus on every single area of your home, inside and out.  This will need to include cleaning windows, scrubbing kitchens and bathrooms until the sparkle, and cleaning floors and carpets. 

An organized home stands out:  Clean out all the closets, built-ins and cabinets.  If you look like you have a potential problem with storage, the homebuyer will think they too will have a potential problem with storage.  If necessary, consider renting a storage unit.  This is also a good time to make the donation piles, prepare for a garage sale or even rent a dumpster.  You don't want to move the extra stuff, so it's also important to not have the extra stuff get in the way of the most successful sale possible.

Stage your home to sell:  The Gardner Team has also received their national Home-Staging Specialist designation.  We understand propertly staged homes sell faster and for more money.  Ask for our home staging video and check list compliments of the Gardner Team.  We will also provide a complimentary professional in-home staging consultation among other things that will help you stage your home to sell!

Fix the little things:  After your home is clean and organized, take a good look around and see if there is anything else that needs improved.  This does not mean you have to spend money on major remodels, rather addressing needs for necessary maintenance such a caulking around the bathtub, fixing a door that doesn't close properly, a drip in the sink or tightening the knobs on the cabinetry for instance.

Who doesn't love fresh paint?: Paint is an inexpensive way to freshen up any home and make buyers feel the home is move-in-ready.  When selling a home, paint should be a neutral color.  You're target market is appealing to as many homebuyers as possible.  You may love your purple bathroom, but you don't want the potential buyer distracted about the fact that it's purple and missing the important things your home has to offer.  You may also want to consider painting the ceilings a white color, it will make the rooms feel much brighter.  A clean, brighter space will also make a room feel bigger.

Clear out personal items:  Some things homeowners don't think about all their personal items.  Several personal photographs or decor that relates to personal taste may make it difficult for buyers to see themselves living in the home.  Being that you're packing anyway, removing many of these personal items will allow a buyer to feel that this is the home for them.

CURB APPEAL is so important:  Curb appeal is one of the biggest parts of selling a home.  You only get one chance at a first impression.  When buyers drive by and don't get excited about the outside of your home, they won't be more excited to see the inside.  Mow your lawn, rake the yard, pull the weeds, add seasonal color, don't forget the pots outside, cleaning the sidewalks and driveway and tend to the overall landscape.  Remove any extra "stuff" in the yard... Toys, yard tools and so on.

Positioning your home to sell:  Interview and choose a Realtor that is an expert in your area.  One that is "actively" selling homes in today's market.  A Realtor the understands the market trends and can offer a strategic marketing plan that will insure the most desirable sale.  Consider the Gardner Team with unmatched experience as Sherwood's leading Realtors with the most real estate sold in 2008.   Our program for home sellers has delivered the most desirable results and is one of the reasons why we simply sell more real estate.

Following these simple home selling tips will help give you the advantage you need without spending a great deal of money.  With a little hard work, attention to detail and elbow grease, your home just might be the next one with the SOLD sign in your neighborhood.

For more information, please contact The Gardner Team.  We'd be happy to provide you with our home marketability check list and tips that will cause your home to sell in a buyer's market.  Keep in mind that ALL our consultations, home market reports, tips and advice are no charge to you.  This is just an example of the professional real estate services offered by The Gardner Team...  Our direct line is (971) 832-1234, contact us at your convenience.

This video made available by a member of our real estate network is a fun example of the many tips covered here.  We look forward to hearing your goals and sharing with you how we can be of service.

Come Home to Woodhaven Living

http://www.johnlscott.com/39866 / www.WoodhavenLiving.com / Virtual Tour / Home Flyer

17648 SW Fitch Drive - Sherwood, Oregon 97140... Offered at $429,900

- Custom Home - Origional Owner - 2,485 Sqft. - 1/4 Acre Lot - 4 Bedrooms - 3 Car Garage and More -

Once in a while a home will come on the market that simply stands out more than others. Many would agree that when all the desirable attributes perfectly come together under one roof, you've truly accomplished what defines this remarkable community... Something better known as "Woodhaven Living"

The  essence of Woodhaven Living is right here in this beautiful custom with master on main. Flowing hardwoods provide a warm welcome, high ceilings and windows embrace the openness, gracious floor plan invites you to live and entertain in style. This home also features an executive home office with french doors, nearly 1,000 square feet of "walk-in" attic space with endless possibilities and even a 3 car garage.

All this and more situated on a desirable ¼ acre lot graced by beautiful landscaping filled with color in the spring and summer months. Enjoy the expansive patio for outdoor living and appreciate the private backdrop of a greenbelt setting with creek.  

About Woodhaven:  The homes in Woodhaven have been carefully designed to complement each other as well as the community.  The verity of single-family residences combine to form a community suitable for all ages and every lifestyle.  With well over 1,000 homes in the Woodhaven community, residents take pride in their homes and their neighborhood, as can be seen by the well-manicured lawns and the curb appeal from street to street. Woodhaven is a community centered around family and community spirit and designed in a manner that ensures these values will thrive. 

You will also notice that Mother-nature is on full display in all areas of the Woodhaven community, from the tree-lined streets to the landscaped boulevards.  The community of Woodhaven covers 185 acres.  72 of these are devoted to green space.  There are nearly 2 miles of paved recreational trails meandering through the Woodhaven development. These trails are perfect for walking, jogging, bicycling or rollerblading.  Woodhaven Park covers 6 acres and currently hosts a play structure, swings, sand lot and bicycle moguls. There is also ample green space to relax on or run on for outdoor entertainment. The park is within walking distance for all of the residents of the Woodhaven community, and just steps away from Woodhaven's sought after Fitch Drive.

Also located within Woodhaven is a city sponsored YMCA conveniently nearby. The 45,000-square foot facility provides a variety of recreational opportunities including swimming, cardiovascular activities and even a state-of-the-art teen center.

The Woodhaven community is located just off of 99W and Sunset Blvd.  Perfectly situated within the quaint, history-rich city of Sherwood Oregon, Washington County's newest gem and one of Oregon's fastest growing cities which was recently rated #18 Best Places to Live in the "Nation" by CNN's Money Magazine in 2007. 

When you experience Woodhaven Living, you experience a lifestyle.   With so much to offer, you'll simply love living here!

Appreciate the fine detail of this beautiful Woodhaven home and all the community has to offer by scheduling your personal showing with Sherwood's leading real estate team and your Woodhaven Realtors Jason and Amber Gardner - Reach us directly at (971) 832-1234

Offered exclusively by The Gardner Team

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$8,000 Dollar homebuyer Tax-Credit good for Sherwood Oregon and surrounding area real estate.  That's right, this is a true CREDIT and not a loan!

The dust has settled and the stimulus package hammered out by House and Senate drops the repayment feature on the home buyer tax credit and raises it from the previous $7,500 to a generous $8,000 for those who purchase a home after January 1st 2009 and before December 1st 2009 and have not owned another home in the last 3 years. 

If you are considered a first time homebuyer YOU'LL WANT TO KNOW ABOUT THIS PROGRAM.  We have a complete homebuyers packet that explains this program in DETAIL and are happy to provide it to you along with our other FREE homebuyer services.  Ask about it! 

Simply email your request to jasongardner@johnlscott.com and we'll be happy to answer any questions you have and hand deliver or email a copy of the details behind this new homebuyer program to you. 

Position yourself for the best success and get our continiousley updated list of BEST BUYS and OPPORTUNITIES available right NOW on the market... These are exciting times, let's start house hunting!

Program Highlights:

• First time home buyer - someone who did not own another main home at any time during the three years prior to the date of purchase. 
• The new credit is $8,000 refundable tax.
• The tax credit is equal to 10 percent of the home's purchase price up to a maximum of $8,000. 
• Tax Credit reduces the buyer's income tax liability and does not require repayment.
• Credit applies to purchase on or after January 1, 2009 before December 1, 2009.
• Recapture rule applies - If you claim the credit, you must own the home for three years as primary residence.
• Buyer is eligible for the credit if his/her income is no more than $75,000. Married couples who file a Joint return may have income of no more than $150,000.
• Applying for the credit will be easy.  You're CPA or Tax Consultant will help you when you file.
• All markets shift - this buyers market is NOT here to stay.  With new homebuyer programs, low interest rates and great inventory to choose from, NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY!  As the experts, we're here to assist you every single step of the way and our buyer representation is FREE!

CLICK HERE for access to a fantastic chart supplied to us by the National Association of Realtors.  It is a good guide to the major differences in the previous credit and current $8,000 credit.  Because this is such a sought after program and there are many frequently asked questions, we've provided those Q & A's HERE for you as well.  As your local real estate experts and experienced homebuyer specialists, we do recommend that you review the entire program details, outline your goals and consider some additional options we have to offer that may be of great interest to you.  Learn more by contacting us directly. 

Buying a home can be complicated, but fortunately a lot of expert advice is available to help people navigate the experience. The Gardner Teams resources and services can help make the process smoother. If you or someone you know is considering to purchase or sell a home, we welcome the opportunity to share our award-winning experience and how we can help you make the best real estate moves to accomplish your goals today and for your future.  Working with the leading real estate team serving Sherwood Oregon and the surrounding areas may very well be one of the best moves you'll make.  We're prepared to help you take advantage of this historic opportunity.  Let's talk.

Video Interview: Tax Economist Answers Questions About the Home Buyer Credit
Rob Dietz, Ph.D., director of tax issues for the National Association of Home Builders, discusses the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit in this videotaped interview.

When looking for the best Realtor to work with, many rely on the success of The Gardner Team. 

Jason and Amber Gardner (971) 832-1234 / jasongardner@johnlscott.com / www.TheGardnerTeam.net

TOP 1% of Realtors Nationally for All of John L. Scott - #1 Office Producer and Sherwood Oregon's #1 Realtor, 2008

Sherwood Oregon News - Housing Inventories Fall in 29 Major Markets, 2009

The inventory of existing homes for sale in 29 major markets covered by ZipRealty declined an average of 2.5 percent in January 2009, compared to December 2008 and down 13 percent compared to January 2008.

This is a good sign, especially when considering that typically inventories rise in January after the holidays. In the last 25 years, the average increase in inventory in January has been 8.7 percent, according to Ivy Zelman, CEO of research firm Zelman & Associates.

Housing-market analysis Altos Research reached similar conclusions, saying that the listings in its 10-city composite index declined 3.3 percent in January compared to December 2008.

This data doesn't include New York City, where appraisal firm Miller Samuel Inc. reports that inventories were at the highest level in the last decade, up 6 percent from December and 36 percent from January 2008...  Source: The Wall Street Journal, James Hagerty (02/10/2009)

Provided by Altos Research

 The median single family home price as of February 08 2009 for SHERWOOD is $421,752.

 Get Your Sherwood Oregon Market Update Here

What's For Sale in Sherwood?

There's no doubt that with new housing bills, lower interest rates, better programs for today's investor, a larger selection of homes to choose from, DEALS of the century, and the new First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit (which ends in June by the way) we'll be seeing and reporting more of the trends we've all been hoping for.  NOW is the time to buy! 

While general market data like what's provided above is helpful information, zeroing in on YOUR criteria will bring the most desirable results.  As the local market leaders, we welcome your questions or the opportunity to provide you with a detailed COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS (CMA) Report for your home or even a home you may be interested in purchasing. 

Discussing your goals with a professional, both personal and in real estate, will allow us to best position you in today's market and for the future.  Our reports include among many things the direct neighborhood in which you live and the actual criteria of your home.  This will paint an accurate picture as it relates to where you stand.  Keep in mind that we've prepared 100's of these reports and in 2008 sold the most Sherwood Oregon real estate.  Being your local experts and neighborhood Realtors, we can help you make the most informed real estate decisions.  Our proven success is based on consistently responding to the needs of our clients and helping them move successfully onto the next chapter of their lives.

Contact Your Leading Sherwood Oregon Realtors,

Jason And Amber Gardner (971) 832-1234 / www.TheGardnerTeam.net / jasongardner@johnlscott.com