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May
11

The Role of Curb Appeal in a Scroll-First Home Search Era | Valley Brokers

When a potential buyer arrives at the curb to view your home for the first time, what do they see? Just as importantly, what's their first impression when they scroll to your listing online? In both cases, curb appeal is an essential element of marketing your home. Our real estate agents have more on the role of curb appeal when you're listing a home in Albany,

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February
2

Should You Renovate Before Selling?

It's natural to want to maximize your home's appeal before listing it for sale in Albany or Corvallis, but are bigger renovations worth the cost? The latest Remodeling Impact Report from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) helps answer that question, and we'll use their data to highlight key areas of the home you might consider renovating. Our real estate agents can also provide insight into local market trends and buyer demand to help you determine whether renovating before selling in 2026 could maximize your return.

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January
19

Real Estate Agent 2026

No matter your real estate goals in 2026 throughout Albany and Corvallis, your real estate agent should be your greatest advocate in reaching those goals. A recent article from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)

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December
3

Decorating Tips

Decorating for the holidays is one of the joys of the season around Albany and Corvallis, but it's important to remember good safety practices while you deck your home out for the season. It only takes a few extra minutes to practice good safety habits, which is time well spent if it helps protect your home and family during the holidays.

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October
20

Oregon Yard Tips

Preparing your yard during the fall is essential for its long-term health, and a key step in setting yourself up for a successful planting season when spring returns. As with any region with a distinct, seasonal climate, it's important to keep the local conditions in mind when working on yard maintenance in Albany and Corvallis this fall.

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