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Gorge Real Estate Talk

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Welcome to Gorge Real Estate Talk! A collaboration between Windermere Real Estate and Gorge Media. Join our guests for an INSIDER discussion about all things real estate in the Columbia River Gorge.

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EP 50 - Dave Ashburn, Hood River County Appraiser

May 26, 2023 14:30 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MB

We are pleased to release of our latest episode! In this week's installment, Alisha Nightingale engages in an enlightening conversation with her esteemed friend and former colleague, Dave Ashburn. Dave, who previously served as a Realtor at Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge, has transitioned into the role of an appraiser for Hood River County. Although Dave has embarked on a new professional journey, he remains a part of our Windermere family, and we are delighted to have him join ...

EP 49 - Keeping Kim's vision alive

April 28, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 53 MB

After taking some time for reflection and healing, we are thrilled to announce the continuation of Gorge Real Estate Talk. As many of you are aware, our beloved host and dear friend, Kimberly Salvesen, passed away on January 1st, 2023 after a courageous battle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma. Despite her diagnosis, Kim's indomitable spirit fueled her passion for the podcast and the real estate market. Initially created to keep our community members informed about the current state of the real esta...

EP 48 - Sam Struck from Strucksured Interiors

October 28, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

We're back!  In this weeks episode, Kim sat down with Sam Struck from Strucksured Interiors. We learn all about Sam, what brought her to Hood River and how she formed her business. Sam and her team do an incredible job and offer some fanatasic design ideas for your new home or your home renovation! Check other their website AND there social media to contact Sam for your next project!    From www.Strucksured.com "OUR CALLING is to consider each project holistically, by designing space...

EP 47- Carol Thayer and Ginger Swanson

October 03, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MB

We're back and this time we're in White Salmon, Wa!  On today's episode, Kim sits down with long time friends and colleagues Carol Thayer and Ginger Swanson of Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge.  In this episode we're talking about what these two ladies are up to AND... they want to invite you to a party this Saturday October 8th! These ladies are part of Soroptimist International, A global volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls through programs ...

EP 46 - Chelsea Barns and Shay Ryan-Blakslee

September 23, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB

The crew is back! In todays episode, Kim is joined by her good friends and collegues, Chelsea Barnes and Shay Ryan-Blakslee of Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge!    You might recgonize Kim's guest from previous episodes as both of these ladies hosted a couple of Gorge Real Estate Talk episodes themselves! In today's chat, we learn all about what Chelsea and Shay are up to this Fall and Winter season. Both of these ladies donate their time to some awesome community athletic prog...

EP 45 - Caroline Lipps from Thunder Island

July 29, 2022 14:00 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MB

We're back and with a new guest host! Hosting today's show is Windermere real estate agent, Hallie Ballou of Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge!  In today's episode, Hallie sat down with her good friend Caroline Lipps. Caroline is  part owner of Thunder Island Brewing Co. located in Cascade Locks, Oregon. These two ladies give all the details about how Thunder Island Brewing was founded and an update ontheir latest big project of moving into a new building in the heart of Cascade ...

EP 44: Lorena Lowell of the Small Business Development Center

June 24, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MB

We're back! In today's episode, Kim is joined by her friend Lorena Lowell of the Small Business Development Center. We find out how Lorena found her way to the Gorge after growing up in Mexico and how she took a position working at the Small Business Development Center. So what is the SBDC and how can they help you? We'll tune in and find out what wonderful resource we have here in the Gorge!   From https://wsbdc.org "The Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a network...

EP 43: Beatriz Lynch from SafeSpace

June 03, 2022 15:42 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MB

On this weeks episode, we sat down with Beatriz Lynch from SafeSpace here in the Gorge. What is SafeSpace? We'll SafeSpace is the front-line responder to reports of child sexual and physical abuse, witnessing violence, and other serious maltreatment of children in the Columbia River Gorge. We wanted to bring them on and to tell us all about how the were started and what we can do to lend them a helping hand.  We hope you enjoy learning all about this amazing resource we have here in the Go...

EP 43: Joe Garoutte of Big Britches Productions

May 20, 2022 14:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MB

Kim's back in the hostess chair this week and today we're speaking with Joe Garoutte of Big Britches Productions and Carol Thayer!  We sat down to talk to these 2 about their production of "Rent" now playing at the Old Bingen Theater in Bingen, Wa! We get to hear all about the show, how Joe found his way to this are and how he found himself getting involved in our local theater!   

EP 42: Chelsea Barnes & Shay Ryan-Blakeslee

May 09, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MB

These two ladies are back for another special episode at Evoke Winery in Hood River!  In today's episode, Shay and Chelsea go over what it's like selling your home in today's market. They dish out a few tips and tricks that will help you maximize your listing price as well as going over the importance of working with a trusted local real estate agent.  Kick back with your favoirte bottle of wine from Evoke Winery and join these ladies for a very important and informative conversation! 

EP 41: Dillon Borton of KeyBank Hood River

April 15, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MB

We're back in action and talking Real Estate and banking!    In today's episode, guest host Shay Ryan-Blakeslee and Chelsea Barnes sit down with Dillon Borton of KeyBank in Hood River. Dillon is a Business Banking Relationship Manager at KeyBank and knows all about the financing needed going into a home purchase as well as using your assets to help you achieve other real estate investments! This is truly an episode you do not want to miss!       

EP40: Matt Cole with DirectLine-IT

January 14, 2022 15:00 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MB

We're back at it again! Kim and her good friend Matt Cole from DirectLine-IT, sit down for a talk about all things IT and our communities  As we roll into 2022, its important for small business owners to go on the offensive and put up a strong defense against cyber attacks. We wanted to hear all about what DirectLine-IT has to offer us as well as our small business community members when it comes to data protection and cyber security.  We also wanted just to play catch up with Matt! We w...

EP 39: How to become a Windermere real estate agent in 2022

January 07, 2022 15:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MB

Happy New Year! We hope you all had a fabulous time with family and friends ringing in the new year!  With a new year comes new goals and challenges. One of those goals might be to make a career change. Have you ever asked yourself what it would be like to work as a real estate agent here in the Columbia River Gorge? Well in todays episode you get a 1 on 1 conversation with Kim Salvesen-Pauly, owner of Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge! She goes over everything you need to know w...

EP 38: Robert & Kristin of Alpine Sea Co.

December 17, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

The gang is back together again after a little summer vacation! Now that we've rest and had our fun in the sun, it's time to get back to talking real estate and to some local businesses!    In today's episode, Kim sits down with Robert and Kristin of Alpine Sea and Co. This married couple recently opened a clothing and bag boutique in the heart of Oak st. in downtown Hood River! We had to bring these guys in to hear their story, what brought them to Hood River and what hurdles they faced...

EP 37: Nathan Bell of Gorgeous Real Estate

August 20, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MB

We're back with another episode of Gorge Real Estate Talk! In this week's episode, Kim sit's down with Nathan Bell of Gorgeous Real Estate in White Salmon, Wa. Nate has a very interesting story to tell about how he and his wife formed their real estate investment company and how they found themselves living in the Gorge. If you've ever wondered how to get started in real estate investing, you are definitely going to want to hear this conversation! 

EP 35: Janice Bell from Arome Hood River

July 30, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

Kim is back in the Hostess seat speaking with Janice Bell, local business owner of Arome located in downtown Hood River. In today's episode, Kim seats down with Janice to discuss the inner-workings of Arome. Ever wondered how Arome picks their local products or how they decide what items they like to have in their store? Well, Janice fills us in on their processes as well as giving us some news, THEY'RE OPENING A NEW LOCATION IN REDMOND, OR!  Tune in to this episode to learn about a local ...

EP 34: The ladies of Goldendale, Wa

July 23, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

We're back with another episode of Gorge Real Estate talk, but this time we're in a new location! Where are we you may ask? We're in Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge's newest office location in Goldendale Washington!  From Cascade Locks, OR and  to all the way to the far end of Goldendale, Wa, this is our 8th and newest office location! What better way to break in the new comfy furniture than having a talk with the ladies who run this location. Kim sits down with Linda Phelps, L...

EP 33: Tammi Packer from Packer Orchards

July 09, 2021 14:00 - 18 minutes - 26.1 MB

On today's episode, Kim sits down with a local (and tourist favorite) farm stand owner, Tammi Packer of Packer Orchards.  If you've ever been to the Hood River area, chances are you've heard about the Fruit Loop. One of the stops along the Fruit Loop, #9 to be exact, is the Packer Orchards Bakery that is owned and operated by Tammi Packer!  During this chat you'll learn a little history about the Packer family and farm and what they love to do, which is hosting their vistor's with an ama...

EP 32: Angel Williams from Spruce Gifts & Provisions

July 02, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MB

We're back with another amazing chat with another local business to both the Hood River community as well as the Cascade Locks community! In today's episode, Kim sits down with Angel Williams of Spruce Gifts and Provisions. Spruce gifts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds help support the Oregon Wildlife Foundation. During this chat you'll learn all about the history of Spruce, the foundations they help support and how you can help support them and the wildlife we have here in Oreg...

EP 31: Rod and Lorraine of 64oz Taphouse

June 25, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

Good beer and great people make up a good portion of the Hood River community and on today's episode, Kim sits down with the owners of downtowns 64oz Taphouse! If you have ever been in town, chances are you've stopped in at 64oz taphouse for a beer or two, we don't blame you! Listen in as Kim talks with the owners, Rod and Lorraine, of downtowns favorite tap room. Hear their story on how they formed their business and how they supported the community during the pandemic.  If you haven't ...

EP 30: Ginger Swanson of Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge

June 18, 2021 14:00 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MB

In today's episode, Kim is back in the host chair speaking to her long time friend and real estate agent, Ginger Swanson!  Kim introduces us to Ginger as she tells us about her approach to real estate and what makes her such a different and unique agent here in the Gorge. More importantly, we get to learn about a fabulous member of our Gorge community and what she loves to do to help others!  

EP 29: Sarah Keller from Knot Another Hat

June 11, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

We're back with another episode of Gorge Real Estate Talk! In today's episode, Kim sits down with local business owner, Sarah Keller of Knot Another Hat.  The ladies discuss Sarah's background and how she found herself owning her own business in downtown Hood River. They discuss it all on this episode and Sarah gives us some great insight on how to get started with knitting and how therapeutic it can be! Be sure to swing by her store next time your in downtown Hood river! Knot Another Ha...

EP 28: Ginger Sadlier from Arrived Vacation Rentals

May 07, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MB

In this week's episode Kim talks with Ginger Sadlier of Arrived Vacation Rentals of Hood River. If your looking for a short term rental or your looking to rent out your own home here in Hood River, Ginger is here to help you!  Get to know the person on the other end of the phone and hear all about what services Arrived Vacation Rentals offers for their clients and their guest.  From ArrivedNow.com "Arrived vacation rentals offer a more private, spacious and custom-furnished place to stay...

EP 27: Carol Thayer

April 30, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

On today's episode of Gorge Real Estate Talk, Kim sit's down with her long time friend and Real Estate Agent, Carol Thayer!  Carol has an amazing story to tell about her background and her passions. From practicing law, farming alpaca, running a brick and mortar store AND working in Real Estate. She really does it all! Get to know all about Carol and her views on Real Estate and her passion to help those looking to either buy or sell a home here in the Columbia River Gorge. 

EP 26: Jacque Johnston from Hood River House Sitters

April 23, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

In today's episode, Kim welcomes an old friend onto the show, Jacque Johnston of Hood River House Sitters.  Jacque, like many others here in the Gorge, is a transplant from Salt Lake City, Utah. We all know the Gorge is a great place to play and live, but sometimes, we want to get away and chase the sun. That's where Jacque and Hood River House Sitters steps in.  Hood River House sitters is a small family owned business that will take care of your home when your out of town. They will al...

EP 25: Gorge Realty Group of Windermere Columbia River Gorge

April 09, 2021 15:41 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

The gang is all here! In today's episode Kim sat down with Gorge Realty Group of Windermere Real Estate Columbia River Gorge.  If you've ever wondered how a real estate team works under the umbrella of a brokerage, this is a great interview to dive into. Kim speaks with the group about what makes them different than other realtors in the Gorge and what the benefits are of working within a real estate team. Find out what these realtors have to say about living in the Gorge and how they can ...

EP 24: Connie Thomasian

February 05, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 44 MB

In this week's episode, Kim sits down with one of her amazingly talented real estate agents and long time friend, Connie Thomasian.  Like many others living here in the gorge, Connie is a transplant and has been living here in the Columbia River Gorge for over 20 years and working as a real estate agent for 15. If there's one thing about Connie that sticks out, its that she loves her career and the Gorge lifestyle.  Peel back the curtain and get to know the agent behind the name on this ...

EP 23: Ray Broughton from CrossCountry Mortgage

January 29, 2021 19:59 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MB

We're back with another episode of Gorge Real Estate talk and Kim brought back an old friend, Ray Broughton of CrossCountry Mortgage.  Last time they got together was episode one of the show and now they're back almost a year later to talk about the Real Estate market and the lending trends. A lot has changed since they last spoke and Ray is here to update us all on the current conditions of mortgage rates and how the process has changed since the beginning of the pandemic. This episode is...

EP 22: Rick and Carrie Guthrie from Windermere Property Management C.R.G

January 22, 2021 15:30 - 27 minutes - 38 MB

On today's episode of Gorge Real Estate Talk, Kim chats with the new owners of Windermere Property Management Columbia River Gorge, Rick and Carrie Guthrie.  Rick and Carrie are both real estate agents for Windermere and were presented with the opportunity to purchase the property management side of the company. Who better to take over than local agents from within the Windermere family!  Get to know a little bit about the Guthrie's and hear what their plans are moving forward with their...

EP 21: Lucy from Lucy's Informal Flowers

January 15, 2021 16:35 - 32 minutes - 43.9 MB

On todays episode for Gorge Real Estate talk Kim talks with her friend and new roommate Lucy from Lucy's Informal Flowers. Lucy will be moving into the Windermere office located in downtown Hood River at 315 Oak street and they discuss all the plans for Lucy's new space! Lucy gives us some great insight on picking flower arrangements and what makes her and her business unique to this area.  She also gives us great little history lesson on the shared building and how it got its name as well a...

EP 20: Suzette Gehring of Peak Mortgage

January 08, 2021 15:30 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MB

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! From all of us here at Windermere Columbia River Gorge Real Estate!! We're starting 2021 off  by welcoming back Kim and her good friend Suzette Gehring of Peak Mortgage. Suzette is a well known dog lover here in Hood River, OR. She spends her time helping out the pets in need around the gorge on top of helping those who are looking to by a home...or some commercial property! Find out how you can apply for a commercial loan and how Suzette can help you with you with your...

EP 19: Acacia Hall with FBC Mortgage

November 13, 2020 15:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MB

In this episode Alisha sets down with Acacia Hall from FBC Mortgage. Acacia explains to us the process that goes into applying for a mortgage and what buyers can do to increase their chances for a better home loan rate. This episode is packed with great information for those who are in the beginning stages of applying for a home loan or someone looking to purchase their second home. 

EP 18: Don Wanzek with Habitat for Humanity in The Dalles, OR.

November 06, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MB

Have you ever wondered how one goes about qualifying for a home built by Habitat for Humanity? Well in this episode, Alisha sits down with Don Wanzek, Board President of Habitat for Humanity located in The Dalles, OR. Don explains the process that goes into qualifying for a home and building one for those in need. Don also talks to us about the impact of COVID-19 has had on those who would like to volunteer their time to the program and what volunteers can now do to help the program during t...

EP 17: Nika Kermani of NK Studios

October 30, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

Meet Nika Kermani, owner of NK Studios in Bingen, Wa. After spending some time away from home, to attend school and volunteering her time to teach dance in various parts of the world, Nika now finds herself opening a new studio in Bingen. Being from the Gorge, Nika has a strong relationship with the surrounding communities and their local artist. It's her relationships with the communities that has helped paved the way to her new studio. Set to open this fall, her studio will provide space f...

EP 16: August Jensen from Gorge Counseling

October 15, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MB

On this week of Gorge Real Estate talk, we mix it up a bit and chat with Gorge local August Jensen about psychotherapy and the importance of taking care of your mental health and how that translates into a happier, healthier, life. His mission is helping individuals and couples live more fully in relationship to themselves and others. His focus is on experiential, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based counseling for individuals and couples who are seeking relief from life’s difficulties.

EP 15: Christine Baratoff from the United Way of the Columbia Gorge

October 08, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MB

Meet Cristine Baratoff, executive director of United Way in the Columbia Gorge. We all have a stake in what befalls our fellow man. We all benefit when a child succeeds in school, when someone finds a job that will help them provide for their family, or when more people are able to access quality, affordable health care. United Way improves lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good. We rise or fall together. With your support, we are reac...

EP 14: Steve Carlson from Gorge Rebuild it center

October 01, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 46 MB

On this week, we spend time with Steve Carlson from the Gorge Rebuild it Center to discuss how we as a community can re-think, re-use, and re-store our comes with recycled materials that would have otherwise been thrown away. Steve also tells us about Gorge Rebuild it Center as a business and its goal within the community to not only provide affordable home building materials, but also to educate us to be less wasteful and how we can improve our habits.

EP 13: Sustainable Design & Building with Laura Klement of Enerstructa

September 24, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MB

On this episode of the Gorge Real Estate Talk podcast, we talk with Laura Klement of Enerstructa, a sustainable home designer and builder in the gorge. We discuss the many facets of low energy living, and the improvements you can make, or the services you can purchase, to improve your home’s energy score to save money or to better market your home, and much, much more!

EP 12: Caitlan Cullen of Under Canvas Luxury Camping and Accommodations

September 17, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

What do you get when you have luxury services in the outdoors? Glamping - and it’s coming to the Gorge on a whole new level. Brought to us by Under Canvas, Caitlan Cullen – Head of Real Estate, has joined us on Gorge Real Estate talk to chat with about everything and anything in regards to their new Under Canvas project in BZ / Husum, Washington. From amenities, purpose, service, community impact and campground perseveration. Their main purpose is to bring camping to those without the educat...

Ep 12: Caitlan Cullen of Under Canvas Luxury Camping and Accommodations

September 17, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

What do you get when you have luxury services in the outdoors? Glamping - and it’s coming to the Gorge on a whole new level. Brought to us by Under Canvas, Caitlan Cullen – Head of Real Estate, has joined us on Gorge Real Estate talk to chat with about everything and anything in regards to their new Under Canvas project in BZ / Husum, Washington. From amenities, purpose, service, community impact and campground perseveration. Their main purpose is to bring camping to those without the educat...

Ep 11: James Williams from Edward Jones Investing

September 10, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MB

Join us as we dive into the world of Financial Planning. Meet James Williams of Edward Jones and listen in as he discusses the different options for helping the community plan for their future financial goals. From retirement to college he is dedicated to investing his time to understanding what you’re working toward before you invest your money. To connect with James visit his website HERE

EP 11: James Williams from Edward Jones Investing

September 10, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MB

Join us as we dive into the world of Financial Planning. Meet James Williams of Edward Jones and listen in as he discusses the different options for helping the community plan for their future financial goals. From retirement to college he is dedicated to investing his time to understanding what you’re working toward before you invest your money. To connect with James visit his website HERE

EP 10: Kathleen O'Connor-McNew of The Best Western Plus Hood River Inn

July 16, 2020 14:00 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MB

If you’re a local to the Columbia Gorge, then you’ve probably heard about the Hood River Inn on the Columbia River! But have you stayed overnight, tried their food or attended a conference there? On this episode of Gorge Real Estate talk, we meet up with Kathleen O’Connor-Mcnew to discuss what changes they have made due to COVID-19. Including; changes to their building, their social distancing arrangements, who has been visiting, and who they support in the local Hood River Community! All th...

EP 9: Natasha Whitefield - 2021 President Elect of the Mid-Columbia Association of Realtors

July 09, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MB

On this episode of Gorge Real Estate talk, we meet up with Natasha Whitefield / Present Elect of the Mid-Columbia Association of Realtors (MCAR). Through realtor education services, creating charity opportunities, advocating for realtors, and more. Natasha explains her ideas and passions for how she visualizes helping realtors connect with the resources that MCAR provides, so that realtors in turn, can provide more back to their community as a whole and improve professionally.

EP. 8 - Cyber Security With Matthew Cole of DirectLine-IT

July 02, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

When it comes to internet safety, most of us think we are safe right? Well, how do you know? Matt, the owner of DirectLine-IT (a Managed Service Provider company) asks a bigger question, can you afford not to be? Whether you are a traditional office supposedly emailing documents securely to end users, or a real estate agent trying to protect against wire fraud, how much can you afford to lose? If not money, what about your reputation? On this podcast episode, Matt from DirectLine-IT discusse...

EP 8: Cyber Security With Matthew Cole of DirectLine-IT

July 02, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

When it comes to internet safety, most of us think we are safe right? Well, how do you know? Matt, the owner of DirectLine-IT (a Managed Service Provider company) asks a bigger question, can you afford not to be? Whether you are a traditional office supposedly emailing documents securely to end users, or a real estate agent trying to protect against wire fraud, how much can you afford to lose? If not money, what about your reputation? On this podcast episode, Matt from DirectLine-IT discusse...

EP 7: Nicole Johnson of Columbia Gorge Home Staging

June 26, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MB

What if we told you that homes that are staged prior to putting them on the market sell about 90% faster and at a higher sales price than homes listed without staging? Well that’s true according to Nicole Johnson with Columbia Gorge Home Staging. When you’ve decided to sell your home, it can cost a lot to have a vacant house sitting on the market when you already want to move on with your life. So how much does it cost you in the end to stage a home vs. not to? In this podcast, we hope to he...

EP 6: Kate Schroeder of The Hood River County Chamber of Commerce

June 19, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MB

Visit Hood River, and you might just stay longer than you expected. That’s what a passionate Kate Schroeder might say who works with the Hood River County Chamber of Commerce. She joins us on this podcast to explain the roles and services that the Chamber provides. How they are not only focused on businesses and community programs, but also how they are promoters of Hood River and connectors of people. How do they do this? What are their goals? What specific services and information does the...

EP 5: Shawn Johnson of Columbia Gorge Home Inspections

June 12, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

Better safe than sorry, right? Whether you’re buying or selling your home, you will at some point want to get it inspected. Shawn Johnson of Columbia Gorge Home Inspections - a firefighter and paramedic in Hood River, discusses with us the importance of, and key of aspects of, a home inspection report. This includes: radon testing, moisture levels, electrical safety, rodents, and more. What levels of radon are safe? How well is my home insulated? What do you not inspect for? Shawn also discu...

EP 4: Home Building Opportunities and Economics with Invision Construction, LLC

June 05, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

On this episode of Gorge Real Estate talk, Kim interviews David Bennett – Owner of Invision LLC, a home builder here in the Columbia Gorge. That’s right! This podcast episode is all about construction. With Kim behind the mic, we get David’s insight into the home building market, opportunities, the trade as a career, and home prices in the Gorge. He also explains the importance of vocational youth programs in a time where schools are dropping hands-on elective classes. He offers us a solutio...