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Back to school, back to market
Navigating the late summer real estate market in the Mid-Willamette Valley
Aug 42 min read


Kids & car sickness
It seems like every family has at least one person who is prone to car sickness. Children ages 2 to 12
suffer the most, due to sensitivities of the inner ears.
Aug 42 min read


Making & keeping friends
Of all the experiences you watch your child navigate, relationships with others may be the most challenging.
Aug 42 min read


Summertime home buying & selling
The Mid-Willamette Valley shines in the summer months. Strategic preparation and local expertise are your keys to success, whether you’re buying, selling or investing.
Jun 42 min read


Vehicles can cause wildfires
As Oregonians, we share a responsibility to maintain the safety and beauty of the Pacific Northwest. In the summer, this means doing all we can to prevent wildfires, including how you drive and care for your vehicles.
Jun 42 min read


Take the sting out of summer insect bites
Summer months mean great weather in the Pacific Northwest and more time spent outside. It’s perfect for kids to get out and knock about in nature, but insect bites and stings can put the brakes on a fun outing.
Jun 42 min read


Stress-free meal prep: conquer weeknight dinners
Weeknights can be dinner’s great mystery. Takeout? Cereal? Dare we dream of actual food? Fear not, weary parent, strategic meal prep is your
Mar 311 min read


Get your head in the game
Concussions can occur on or off the field — learn what to watch for in children.
Mar 312 min read


A clean car with kids? Aim for cleanish
We get it: kids are messy. They also need to go places, which means your car becomes a mini home on wheels. From eating to watching shows,
Mar 312 min read


Selling in springtime
Simple cleaning and staging can make all the difference in getting a fast sale at a top price.
Mar 312 min read


Navigating the Willamette Valley real estate market
Real estate investment offers a promising avenue for wealth building and passive income. To maximize your returns in the vibrant Willamette
Jan 282 min read


You deserve to feel amazing
Between school runs and endless laundry, your own goals can feel like a fantasy. And “me time” faces tough competition from snack-demanding
Jan 281 min read


Oh, gnaw!
Rodents find car engines a great place to call home…unfortunately, it can lead to costly repairs.
Jan 282 min read


Baby, it’s cold outside
It's cold outside but you can still encourage healthy activities for the whole family, indoors and out.
Jan 282 min read


Salem Cover MOM: Maryellen Walters
After knowing the loss of her own mother at a young age, this mom of two deeply cherishes making memories with her girls.
Jan 148 min read


WINTER BREAK (FROM SCREENS)
When the weather outside is frightful, a tablet may seem like a delightful distraction for kids home on winter break. However, winter break
Dec 2, 20242 min read


Driving safely in the rain
It’s predicted to be a wet and cold winter for the Pacific Northwest by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Dec 2, 20242 min read


Prepare your home for colder months
In Willamette Valley winters, we need to be prepared for rain, colder temps — and those snow days that can take us by surprise. Protect...
Dec 2, 20242 min read


Car seat safety
Keeping your children safe in moving vehicles is for their protection — and it’s the law. Learn the basics, and regularly check how your...
Oct 7, 20242 min read


Things have changed since you learned how to drive
If you’re a mom to a 15-year-old, you’re likely learning a few new things about driving. It’s been a minute since you bopped around in...
Oct 7, 20242 min read
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