Thinking of moving up to a bigger home but overwhelmed by the process? In this episode of Off the Record, Joe interviews Makayla—his co-host, fellow broker, and recent "move-up" homebuyer. From renovating their first home to finding (and fighting for) the dream house, Makayla shares the emotional rollercoaster of navigating Portland’s competitive real estate market. You’ll hear about offer strategies, prepping a home for rent, financing without selling, and real-world lessons from someone who does this professionally.

Whether you’re a homeowner looking to level up or a first-time buyer wanting the inside scoop—this episode is a must-listen!

🎧 This episode will give you hope, strategy, and some laughs.

🔍 Episode Highlights:

• Why Makayla and her husband chose to “move up” now
• How they balanced keeping their first home as a rental while buying a second
• The emotional ups and downs of writing (and losing) multiple offers
• Insider strategies: how they beat out 3 other buyers to land the one
• Navigating financing without selling first—and what lenders really need to see
• Tips on converting your home into a rental (and avoiding rookie mistakes!)
• The value of buyer’s agents and why you shouldn’t feel bad about touring multiple homes
• Makayla’s #1 advice for today’s homebuyers in a high-interest rate market

Thinking about moving up or investing in your first rental property? Let’s make a plan. The LivPortland team is here to guide you every step of the way—from financing prep to the keys in your hand.

🔗 Helpful Links:

• Learn more about the LivPortland Team
• Ready to buy or sell? Contact Us
• Explore our Blog for more local tips and market insights
• Listen to more episodes of the Off the Record Podcast

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Thinking about making your homebuying process easier or turning your current home into a rental? Let’s chat! We’ve got the know-how to make it happen because we do it every day.

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