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Morning Coffee

Tuesday, July 19, 2011
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INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:

"Riches do not consist in the possession of treasures, but in the use made of them."
- Napoleon


SEPARATE TRASH FROM TREASURE!

Written by Dr. Fred Craddock, the following story was passed along to me:

One of my schoolmates spent many years ministering in China. He was under house arrest and the soldiers came one day and told him that he could return to America. The family was celebrating. The soldiers said, 'You can take 200 pounds with you.'

They had been there for years! Two hundred pounds. They got the scales and they started the family arguments - two children, wife, and husband. Must have this vase . . . Well, this is a new typewriter . . . What about my books? . . . What about our toys? They weighed everything and took it off, until at last they had it right on the dot: two hundred pounds.

The soldiers asked if they were ready to go and they said, "Yes!" "Did you weigh everything?" They said, "Yes!" "Did you weigh the kids?" "No, we did not." "You will have to weigh the kids." In the blink of an eye, the typewriter, vase, books, all became trash. Trash. It happens.

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Talk about a paradigm shift. How often have we all weighed our goods without considering our "kids"? Think of the times we placed value on our "stuff," only to be swiftly reminded of the value of a loved one.

This concept is confirmed with the story of a man who showed up at the pearly gates with a wheelbarrow full of gold bars. St. Peter explained that he could not "take it with him." Nevertheless, St. Peter consulted with God about the man being allowed to bring the gold bars. God answered with a simple question: "Why does he want to bring in paving materials?"

 

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Oregon VA Home Guaranty Loan Program

Monday, July 18, 2011
by Matt Polsky

Oregon VA Home Guaranty Loan Program

Purchasing a home is an exciting step in life, and one of the most important options you have to consider is how to finance the home. If you are a veteran or an active military member, a VA Home Loan is certainly a financing option to look into. The VA loan program offers benefits that no other loan program can match, which makes it one of the most advantageous loans on the market. While a VA Loan may not be the best option for every service member, it is important to understand the benefits when compared to conventional financing options.

 

VA Loan Benefits:

  • No money down option for qualified buyers
  • Does not require you pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
  • No prepayment penalties
  • Interest rate caps for active duty service members
  • Credit guidelines are more lenient since service members experience frequent moves and deployments, which can prevent establishing long-term credit and savings.

How Much Can I Borrow?

In the Mount Hood area, the VA loan amount is set at $417,000 (this is typical for most counties). With a VA Loan, you are able to refinance a current single-family home, purchase a new home, or VA-approved Condo as well. (In terms of purchasing, the home or condo must be your primary residence).

There are many more options when using your VA home loan benefit, so it is important to speak with a knowledgeable VA approved lender, like VA Mortgage Center, before you moving too far forward.

Eligibility

To be eligible a service member must have served on active duty for three months during wartime or 181 days during peacetime. A service member is also eligible after serving in the National Guard for at least six years; however, service members with a dishonorable discharge do not qualify for the program.

For more information on using your VA home loan benefits and finding the home of your dreams contact Liz Warren or a VA approved lender today!

Matt Polsky is a blogger associated with VA Benefit Blog, a blog focused on providing veterans and service members with current news and information on the VA benefits they have earned through serving our country.

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Mt. Hood Golf Course Home New To Market-Resort at the Mountain Location!

Sunday, July 17, 2011
by Liz Warren

RESORT AT THE MOUNTAIN GOLF COURSE HOME

$260,000

New to the market! Looking for a great home right on the links of Foxglove at the Resort at the Mountain? Hit the breaks, it's here! Custom built as a vacation home, this three bedroom, two bath charmer has high vaulted ceilings, a beautiful stone fireplace and tons of windows to look out on the fairway. A big deck with benches faces the course so you can soak up the sun and watch the golfers stroll by.

A brand new roof was just put on so all the tough work is done. Enjoy amenities including a pool, hot tub, tennis court, and nature trails through the resort. If you're a skier, you will love the quick access to the mountain in only 20 minutes. The Mt. Hood National Forest is just down the street a ways for tons of hiking trails throughout the Cascade foothills. A short walk to fine restaurants and shopping make for a great full time home or vacation getaway.

Take a tour here:

Play VisualTour

 

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Mt. Hood Real Estate Multiple Listing Numbers are in for June 2011

Sunday, July 17, 2011
by Liz Warren

The multiple listing service just came out with the Mt. Hood area statistics for June. This is for sales including Government Camp, Welches, Rhododendron and Brightwood. Number of sales were substantially up to eleven sales! Total sales since the beginning of the year hit 39.

mt hood real estate sales

Summer has finally arrived and many sellers have placed their properties on the market for the prime summer season. Incredible deals are available with many motivated sellers. It's the perfect time to purchase while interest rates are low making homes more affordable. This could be a once in a generation opportunity according to CBS Money Watch.

Mt. Hood Time to Buy Real Estate

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Government Camp Real Estate! Chalets, Big and Small for Sale

Sunday, July 17, 2011
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Today may be the best time to purchase your Government Camp getaway. Selection is excellent  and interest rates are low. Take advantage of today's offerings. Call for more details!

government camp real estate for sale

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Mt. Hood Foreclosures on the Market for July 2011

Saturday, July 16, 2011
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Looking for a foreclosure to purchase in Government Camp, Welches, Brightwood, or Rhododendron? Here are today's offerings on the market:

Three condos are on the market with two in the Government Camp Collins Lake complex and one in the Fairway Estates units at the Resort at the Mountain.

Mt. Hood Foreclosures

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Sandy Historical Society Hosting Vintage Collectibles and Antique Show 7/16 and 7/17

Friday, July 15, 2011
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Stonebird is the Vintage Collectibles and Antique Show located at the Sandy High School this weekend. Hours are Saturday 9 to 6 and Sunday 9 to 5! Located at 17100 Bluff Road, Sandy, Oregon.

503-668-3378 or email [email protected]

Appraisers will be on site Sat. and Sun. 1 to 3. Bring up to 3 items for a verbal appraisal for a $3.00 fee. No jewelry, firearms , or edged weapons.

Admission is $5.00

 

This is hosted by the Sandy Historical Society.

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Morning Coffee

Tuesday, July 12, 2011
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Monday Morning Coffee

INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:

"I always wanted to be somebody. Now I realize I should have been more specific."
- Lily Tomlin (from her "One Woman Show")


AGE DOESN'T MATTER!

Whether you're 23, 43 or 73, ask yourself this wonderfully refreshing question: "What do I want to be when I grow up?" Regardless of our age, it's so easy to lose sight of the specific "somebody" we always wanted to be. What's more, the "somebody" we had in mind in our 20's may be someone different in our 50's.

Worse yet, maybe we grew up to be the "somebody" someone else had in mind - like our mother or father. The influence of those around us often prevents us from even asking the question "What do I want to be . . . ?" We try so hard to be their somebody that we don't allow ourselves to grow up at all.

So . . . going back to the matter of age, it doesn't matter WHEN we decide who we want to be so much as that we DO decide. It is at that moment that a catharsis takes place, and we rid ourselves of everyone else's determination of our identity. We are free . . . free to become the person of our dreams.

Is it easy to develop and maintain our new identity? No. Our day-to-day activities will still attempt to distract us from our new persona. Nevertheless, as artist D. Morgan points out in one of her paintings, "The impossible dream - isn't!" Take a quiet moment today, just for yourself, and ask, "Am I the somebody I wanted to be?"

 

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Sandy Mountain Festival This Weekend!

Thursday, July 7, 2011
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BIG local community event, the Sandy Mountain Festival, is this weekend!

The parade is this evening at 7:00 PM. This parade typically draws over  5,000 people to the event.

Local craftsmen, artists, musicians, carnival rides and great food are featured over the weekend!

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Mt. Hood CPO Meeting on Clackamas County Code

Thursday, July 7, 2011
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Mt Hood Community Planning Organization

Special Guest:Kimberly Benthin, Code Compliance Specialist, Clackamas County

July 7, 2011 7-9:00 PM

Dorman Community Center, 24500 E Salmon River Road, Welches, Oregon

Come ask questions about county permit requirements, etc.

· Does the county enforce code retroactively on, for example, a 40 year old cabin built before current codes were in effect?

· How can we foster an atmosphere where people feel safe getting building permits?

· What needs permitting and what does not? If a homeowner does his/her own repairs, is a permit needed?

· Can builders and homeowners follow verbal "okays" from county code enforcement staff?

· Get an update on permit process for homes with flood damage or potential flood damage

· Will the county work with owners or contractors to mitigate fines? And conversely, when some contractors flaunt all rules and sanctions are not enforced, why should others "toe the line?"

Builders and Homeowners can get answers from County staff at the July meeting of MHC-CPO

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