Category Archives: Lifestyle

Possible Ban on Cigarette’s in 200 Portland Parks

Posted on May 13, 2014 by support

According to Oregon Live a board of volunteer citizens have proposed multiple times this year to ban tobacco use in all public Portland parks. They have asked the city to look more in to what they would have to do … Continue reading →

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5 Ways Placing Real Estate in a Trust Can Improve Bottom Line

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Khyati Patel

In this article from the Portland Business Journal, Bill Dolan and Mike Penfield discuss why now may be a good time to create a charitable remainder trust. “Now may be a good time to fund a trust with real estate, … Continue reading →

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Renting a Small House

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Khyati Patel

Do you have a small property or a smaller attached area you are trying to rent out. This article by Janet Eastman will give you a few pointers as well as some ideas to try and attract more renters. She … Continue reading →

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Oregon Hiring Increases to Fastest Pace Since 2005

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Khyati Patel

According to the Oregon Employment Department, employers have created an estimated 7,500 jobs last month. This is the most jobs created in any four week stretch since November 2005. Many of the state’s important employment sectors picked up jobs, including the … Continue reading →

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Orenco Station Farmers’ Market

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Khyati Patel

We are half way through April and spring weather is in full force. It’s a time for gardening, looking forward to summer break and of course, the farmer’s market! Starting May 4th at Orenco Station there will be a farmers’ market … Continue reading →

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What Can 1 Million Dollars Get You?

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Khyati Patel

A million dollars can go a long way depending on where you’re looking to buy. Oregon Live compared two different areas, North West Portland and Lake Oswego, to see what a one million dollar home looks like. NW Portland is … Continue reading →

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Pioneer Courthouse Square Celebrates 30 Years

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Khyati Patel

On April 6th 2014 Pioneer Courthouse Square will be celebrating 30 years of being Portland “living room”. The square has been home to concerts, fairs, protests, street musicians, and art forums since it opened in 1984. They want to celebrate … Continue reading →

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Specialty Ice Cream and Chocolate store in Hillsboro

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Khyati Patel

Goody’s originated in central Oregon’s resort community Sun River in 1984.  Specializing in Ice Cream and chocolate, their stores feature a wide variety of sweet treats and ice cream flavors. Goody’s even has fresh made popcorn with flavors such as blue raspberry and … Continue reading →

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Spring Break Whale Watch

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Khyati Patel

If you are looking for something to do this spring break (March 22-29) head to the coast! The last week in March is one of the best times to spot grey whales as they migrate north. Nearly 160 whales make … Continue reading →

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Tualatin Valley Fire Station is on the Move

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Khyati Patel

A new fire station is in the progress of being built on the corner of Evergreen street and Thompson road. The new station will be nearly three times the size of the old station and will better accommodate a full emergency … Continue reading →

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