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Mt. Hood National Forest Still Creek Bridge Is Closed

by Mt. Hood Forest Homeowner's Association

Still Creek Bridge is Closed

Cut your own holiday tree in the Mt. Hood National Forest

by Liz Warren

Looking for a great holiday outing now that Thanksgiving is over? Why not head for the Mt. Hood National Forest and cut your own holiday tree? Snow levels are not that low yet so it's the perfect conditions to take a trek to the mountains and find that tree. You'll need a permit which you can get in Sandy or up at the Zig Zag Ranger Station. They're only $5.00 for the permit and there is a five tree limit per family!

check out this link for details

It's coming soon!!!!!!!

2007-Second Home and Investor Numbers Will Surprise You

by Liz Warren

This is a real eye opener considering 2007 reports on the market! Second home and investment buyers purchased about one third of properties sold in 2007 according to the National Association of Realtors. Vacation home sales only declined two percent from 2006 to 2007. (12% of total sales in 2007).

Despite the fact that we are in a credit crunch and in tough economic times, second homes are elective purchases. Locally we know that at least a third of homeowners in Portland have no mortgage. We also know that Oregon ranks 47th in the subprime problem-which means there is extra money available for purchasing second homes.

Actually, it’s a bonanza of an opportunity for buyers with super low interest rates, softening prices and increased inventory. Yes, primary home sales have softened the most but second home sales have not seen the declines locally that many media outlets have declared.

Believe it or not 28% of second home buyers paid cash for their purchase. Many second home  buyers are looking to purchase now knowing their investment will appreciate greatly in the next five to ten years. Portland metro has a particularly great opportunity with a recreational area so close to the city, many weekenders take advantage of the quick one hour drive making the Mt. Hood area a premium destination for a rec home that can be used year round.

Zig Zag Riverfront Cabin-Sleeps a Bunch!

by Liz Warren

 

Sit at your able and look up the Zig Zag River in your Mt. Hood Nationa Forest cabin. This one is larger than most boasting nearly 1200 sq. ft. of living space. Two bedrooms downstairs and a big loft.  Cedar walls and a nice big fireplace for rip roaring fires make winter time fun!

Located only 10 minutes to ski areas. Take a tour at this link for a fun loving gathering place. Asking $249,950

http://www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=983460

 

 

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