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id you know there is a differencebetween a real estate agent and a

REALTOR®? A REALTOR® is a realestate agent who is a member of theNational Association of REALTORS® andabides by the strict Code of Ethics.

What is the Code of Ethics and why isit important to the community? The Codeof Ethics are principles handed down overthe years through experienced agents, 6rstfounded in 1913. The principles include,but are not l imited to, Aduciary duties toclients, loyalty and honesty, cooperationwith other REALTORS®, truthful adver­tising, and much more. It is by this Codethat we have a fair and honest market­place for you to buy and sell real estate.

This new real estate guide is comprisedof your local REALTORS®, we are here tohelp serve you in real estate to make yourgoals come true. The Union County Boardof REALTORS® feel the importance andvalue of being a REALTOR® is of toppriority. If you have questions about ourCode of Ethics, or what being aREALTOR® stands for, call your trustedREALTOR® and start a conversation.

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1725 S. Main, Union $249,9003bed/2ba home has newer kitchen cabinets, paint,roof is about 4 years old, underground spnnklers,custom shades, new cement walk path around thehome and the floonng is 4 years old. The back yardis very large and also has a good size gardenshed. Family room has a sliding door leading to thepatio. MLS¹15183884

Large family home on edge of town on .85 acres,All new kitchen-by Terne kitchen, floonng, con­verted family room, air conditioning, undergroundspnnklers with water nghts from Cathenne Creek,and plenty of parking in the circular dnveway forR.V. boats etc.Ver nvatesettin .MLS¹15005161

1615 4th Stn Baker City $170,500* Real Estate News for Buyers k Sellers

* and More2 Story Bungalow, 5BR/2.5BA with full basement.Wood fireplace, hardwood floors, carpeting andpartially finished basement with family room, laun­dry area and bonus room. Detached single cargarage, patio area in the backyard. MLS¹15040650

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42566 Old Foothill, Richland $399,50042531 Moody, Richland $275,000

15171st St, Baker City $212,503Fine home on 5 acres this 2396 sq.ft. home offerseverything with single level living in an open floorand split bedroom floor plan. 2400 sq.ft. fully insu­lated garage and shop, fish cleaning station andlow maintenance garden spaces are a real bonus.MLS¹11006517

5BR/2BA, 2 acres. 2724 sq. ft. includes a finishedbasement with 2nd kitchen and laundry area. Afulllength enclosed sunroom creates an additional477 sq. ft. Fully fenced with garden area, cold stor­age rcom, 2760 sq.ft. shop/machine shed. MLS¹15468286

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1402 Cherry St, La Grande $59,900

1001 S. 12th St, La Grande $459,500Custom gourmet kitchen, wood fioors, formal din­ing, large Ivg room w/fireplace. Theatre room,master suite w/3 more bdrms, new decks. 1.4acres MLSII11273970

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710W. Fairway Dru Baker City$65,000

3230 Campbell Stu Baker City $85,000DREAM SPOT! This 2 acre piece of propertyoffersit all - privacy but still close to town, trees, pasture,views, and septic/well/power are already in place!MLS¹14043656

BEAUTIFUL HOME NEAR GOLF COURSE! 4bedrooms PLUS an office, laundry room, vaultedceilings, open floor plan, covered porch and patio,lots of storage, an extra deep garage withTONS ofbuilt-in cabinets and a separate storage room, afenced yard and garden area.MLS¹15622039

51125 Oregon Trail, N Powder $130,000

3510 Indiana Ave, Baker City $249,900

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Building permits drop 5.7 /0 in March, but it s all goodReal Estate NewsApr 16, 2015

By: Chrystal Caruthers

The number of newly issued buildingpermits in March shrank by 5.7% fromFebruary, raising the question of whethernew construction will fill the housinginventory void this year — but experts saidthere's no reason to panic.

According to the U.S. CommerceDepartment, homebuilders were granteda seasonally adjusted 1,039,000 permitsin March, down from 1,102,000 in Febru­ary. Permits are a leading indicator of thehealth of the new-construction industry.Homebuilders are not building specula­tive housing — they are waiting for asigned contract and hefty earnest moneydeposit before applying for a buildingpermit to then start construction.

Monthly declines aside, permits areup 2.9% from March 2014 to March 2015,according to the report.

"One month does not make a trend,"said Jed Smith, managing director ofquantitative research at the National

Association of Realtors®."There is acontinuing underperformance of the new­construction market, but it's still betterthan where we were."

Smith says many small homebuildershave gone out ofbusiness since the hous­ing bust. The remaining small builders, hesays, suffer from lack of access to credit,lack of skilled workers, and lack ofbuild­

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tics are relevant yet," he said, pointing tothe yearly increases.

For the year to date, housing permitsare up 8%, Smoke said."In some regions,we're seeing double-digit gains. It showswe're making progress — it's not evenremotely enough to relieve the inventoryshortage, but we're moving in the rightdirection."

In the western and southern regionsof the country, single-family buildingpermits are up 10% for the year to date,according to the report. The Midwest isup 5%, and only the Northeast is down,by 14%.

Maybe it's weather-related, buthomebuilders completed only 823,000houses in March, 3.9% below Februaryand 5.8% below March 2014, according tothe report.

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395 Baltimore Stn Elgin $135,000Beautifully remodeled home, old stylecharm with new conveniences and com­fort. Nice kitchen island, pleasant officespace. Master has a large walk in closetand bath, lots of storage. MLS¹15468371

70668 Hwy 82, Elgin $248,500Nice log home on 7.32 acres m/I, bunk­house. Large metal shop with concretefloor, metal horse barn and hay barn.Great horse property, corrals and goodpasture. MLS¹15155805

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70602 Valley View Rdn Egin $289,000Country Home on 44+- acres, 4 B/R, 3Bath, detached garage, 2 large metalshops and horse barn and beautiful set­ting. Second kitchen/living quartersdownstairs with separate exit. Nice pondand lots of horse pasture. MLS¹14673143

72469 Good Rdn Elgin $399,000Nicely remodeled farmhouse. New roof,wiring, improvements. 3 Ig ponds, over70 acres, Lg metal hay/horse barn withstalls, metal equipment shop and sever­al other outbuildings. MLS¹14621274

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VALLEY VIEW IN THE MT GLEN AREA. 3bedroom, 2 bath. Vaulted ceilings with exposedbeams, wonderful view of the valley and MtEmily. Over 100 sq ft of decks, beautiful rockfireplace. $495,000

COMMERCIAL LAND ZONED INDUSTRIAL.5 + acres with 60 ton truck scale and severalbuildings. Sell will consider exchange of land orother personal property. $1,100,000.

10 ACRES M/L PRESSURE IRRIGATED.Pasture, great garden, fruit trees, 1554 sfhome, large living room, family room andkitchen. Large utility and mud room. Severalolder farm buildings for storage, pond andcreek. $285,000

WALLOWA LAKE HOME-Westside of thelake. 3200 sf home with fantastic views of thelake and mountains. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, largekitchen and living room. Great for entertaining.Private decks and dock. $1,100,000

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431 ACRES OF FOOTHILLS JUST OUT OFUNION. Beautiful ranch home on 431 acres,2400 sf shop with full bath and bunk house,2400 sf hay barn. Wonderful kitchen, 3 BD 2bath, 1896 sf plus 600 sf garage. Lots of wateron rangeland. Good well and concrete septic.$585,000

GREAT LOCATION FOR YOUR NEW HOME!Property offers views of mountains and theGrande Ronde valley. Utilities are available withsewer located at front of property. $39,500

HERE IS THE CUSTOM HOME YOU HAVEWAITED FOR! Many updates including electri­cal and plumbing, 3BR/2BA, solid no-squeakfloors throughout. Trees, private patio, shop anda out building both on slabs. RV parking. Alsohas a well to irrigate the property. Owner cur­rentl remodelin . $170,500

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. 12 + ACRES atBaker City. $900,000.

I•mmmm~ l1GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY!!Formerly a towing company so already set upwith security fence, private road, 2-bay garagewith lift and built-in air compressor, office,attached living quarters with two beds onebath, secure office, storage barn, shop andmetal cabanas. Ideal location to start your ownbusiness! INCLUDESTHREE LOTS. $240,000.

NICE DOUBLEWIDE HOME,3BR2BA, updat­ed bathrooms with walk-in tub/shower, waterfiltration system and hot water on demand inkitchen, garage, covered/enclosed porch and acovered wood storage area. UG sprinkler sys­tem, fruit and shade trees, fenced, has elec­tric gate. $133,000

A GREAT INVESTMENT FOR DEVELOPERSplanning to build a subdivision in the urbandevelopment area of La Grande. Propertyoffers 8.16 acres with power and water avail­able. City Planning Department has a proposedMaster Plan for development that has beenapproved. $275,000

30 ACRES OF COMMERCIAL PROPERTY,ZONED AND READY TO DEVELOP. Acrossfrom Wal-Mart Superstore. Largest tract ofcontiguous commercial property in UnionCounty. Call John Collins, Broker, for details,

HISTORIC HOME BUILT IN 1886 ON 1.6ACRES within 2 miles of La Grande. 5 BR, 2bath remodeled home with country kitchen andlarge living room. Oversized garage-shop com­bination. Lots of fruit trees and great gardenspot. New concrete septic and lots of flowersand trees surrounding the home. Possibleowner terms with large down. $239,000541-962-5571

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CHARMING 3 BEDROOM NORTHSIDE BUN­GALOW on a double corner lot. Large backyard. House freshly painted inside, with smallcellar, pantry, and laundry room. One blockfrom G. R. River & 2 Blocks from Benton Park.$99,000.

MEASURE 37 PARCELS. Nice area on theedge of Imbler. New street, DEQ approved forpressurized sandfilter systems. Well depthsbetween 60'-150'. Price includes DEQ approv­al, completed foundation, blueprints, well andfencing. Seller has installed continuous fencingaround the property. $105,000

CUTE LITTLE HOME that has been remod­eled. New kitchen and baths. Fenced yard,deck, oversized lot with circular concrete drive­way. 3 BR, 2 1/2 baths. $129,500 (I I403938)

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A MOVEIN READY HOME IN UNION. Readyfor occupancy. Brand new comp roof. Gasstove, washer & dryer, freezer, refer, cooktop &oven. Some furniture is also included if Buyerwould like it. 2 Bedroom, 2 bath with extra largeliving room. Priced to sell at $55,900.

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VIEW LOT. Creek, Sandfilter system is in.Small acreage subdivision. $55,000

CUTE LITTLE 2 BR, 1 BATH BUNGALOWclose to services. Fenced back yard. Rents for$650.00 per mo. $69,500

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9+ ACRES WITH A VIEW. Sewer, water &power available. $139,000.

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434W. Jefferson St., Union $99,999Nice Hfllcrest doublewide with 3 bedrooms and2 bath. This 1440+/- sq. foot home has a cov­ered carport with storage shed, vinyl windowsand siding, and new comp roof in past year. Allappliances stay. Ready for you to move in.Sprent is 250 and includes sewer,water and gar­bage. MLS¹14304591

341 N. 7th Ave., Elgin $65,0001981 Liberty manufactured home with garage/shop. Newer laminate flooring & newer kitchencabinets, most windows are updated vinyl win­dows, 4BR/2BA, lots of built in storage. Thegarage has a nice shop/working area, storageroom, plus room to park a v ehicle.MLS¹14675438

365 N. 7th Ave., Elgin $89,700Three bedroom home has new roof, vinyl sidingand windows, new floors, bath updated, gasheating stove, kitchen stove, ceiling fan in diningroom. MLS¹15560864

1607 Adele Terrace, Elgin $89,900

Little dynamo! You won't believe the remodel ofthis classic 60's singlewide. There's an almostnew oversized garage/shop with 220 and twoentrances. The 100 X 105' lot is completelyfenced with 6' chain link so your garden will becritter free and it's plumbed with sprinklers! It's abeauty! Come see! MLS¹14535972

Well cared for 2000 Marlette with 1404+/­square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and an islandkitchen plus 400+/- square foot storage building.MLS¹14082658

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1205 Benton Av, La Grande $105,000 500 Albany Stu Elgin $166,8503BR/2BA MF with carport, extra parking, openfloor plan, partially fenced yard. Kitchen has anisland and is open into the family room. Wellinsulated, vinyl windows, electric furnace andcentral air conditioning. Owner is negotiable,may be willing to credit buyer towards new car­peting. MLS¹15619507

1998 Liberty double-wide manufactured homewould be perfect as a starter home or for a busycollege student. Low maintenance, fenced yardwith a d e tached single-car garage!MLS¹14276450

1106 2nd Stu La Grande $116,900Very nicely kept1991 double wide on 75x248 lotin Elgin..3bdrm/2bth,spacious kitchen,vaultedceilings,woodstove,EFA furnce,new vinyl win­dows and carpeting..room for shop,garden orRV parking. MLS¹13647397

1800 Cedar Stu Elgin $126,000 72406 Yarrington Rd., Elgin$165,000

Special turn of the century 1889 4BR/2BA ismove in ready with 2516 sq. ft. m/I. Gas fireplaceinsert, 2 bay windows, high ceilings, new floors,beautiful kitchen, all appliances, dining room,large master bedroom & bath with walk in closet.Landscaped, fenced yard with deck, garage.MLS¹14259588

Country one bedroom bungalow on approx. 12beautiful acres northeast of Elgin on YarringtonRoad. Nice large spring-fed pond MLS¹15036990

71867 Palmer Junction Rd, Elgin 2409 0 Ave., La Grande $183,500$171,000 Exceptional 3BR/2BA home has open floor

plan, vaulted ceilings, central air conditioning,oak cabinets, fresh paint, Jacuzzi bathtub, tank­less hotwater heater, walk-in closet in master,vinyl windows, large fenced backyard, deck,automatic sprinklers, attached garage.MLS¹14176206

Ten acres m/I just a few minutes from Elgin,Oregon. Set up with a 1972 manufacturedhome, with stick built addition that includes apartial basement. Outbuildings include a smallhorse barn, shop bldg., & garden shed.MLS¹13332444

865 N. 13th Ave., Elgin $195,0003BR/2BA, vaulted ceilings, spacious open oakkitchen, all appliances included. Natural gasheat and hot water plus a heating stove. Two cargarage with attached carport & storage shedalso RV parking electric hookup and sewerdump. Fenced yard has sprinklers, garden,covered deck, huge views. MLS¹15017289

41016th St., La Grande $199,000 Recent remodel-fabulous kitchen and granitecounter tops, brand new appliances, fireplace inliving room with granite mantle, family roomlarge enough for the big screen and a pool table!New paint, vinyl windows, plus large attachedtwo car garage, RV parking. MLS¹14598355

1006 21st Stu La Grande $209,9003bdrm/3.5 bath two story home on South LGNew kitchen remodel, added daylight room, 2car garage, and close to all downtown activitiesLandscaped with nice decks up and downMLS¹13445364

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70379 Valley View Rdu Elgin$213,900 1901 Linda Ln., La Grande $226,900 1708 2nd St., La Grande $269,900 62429 Starr Ln., La GrandeVery nice 3 bedroom 2 bath home in one of La

Grande's prestigious housing areas. Remodeledkitchen, sunken living room, fireplace, and 2 carattached garage on corner lot. Just a choicehome. A must see. Owner has now put in allNEW carpeting t h roughout h ome.MLS¹14629934

3BR/2BA with 3+ beautiful acres. 2-car+ garageand horse barn with tack room. Garden shed forall of your yard equipment and ug sprinklers.Fully fenced with creek running alongside theproperty. This is a perfect property for horsesand other animals. New Septic System.MLS¹14197901

Beautiful 1912 colonial home, very large livingroom, formal dining. 4th floor room with storagemay be another bedroom. New carpet, updatedkitchen, rear deck, fruit trees, built-ins, winecellar, oversized 1 car garage with workbenchand storage cabinet. Full basement.MLS¹14580553

$274,500 16x20 shop bldg., private back yard with 14x40redwood deck. Built-in cabinetry, hardwoodflooring, spacious living room with fireplace,dining room, remodeled kitchen, large bed­rooms, basement with family room and storage,two car garage. MLS¹13396065

$259,0001509 Walnut St., La Grande

Selling "as is", priced to sell. Solid home needsupdating, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, finished base­ment. Good prospect for cleaning, painting, newfloor coverings. Has several outbuildings, sea­sonal creek, horse pasture. MLS¹15470280

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10603 Emily Dr, Island City53100 Hwy. 203, Union $359,000$299,900

2508 0 Aveu La Grande $390,000Wrap-around porch, home office, oak kitchenwith pantry & stainless steel appliances, mas­ter bedroom suite, basement family room &exercise room, plus walk-in safe! Remote oper­ated blinds, intercom system, built-in vac, pri­vacy fence, patio, hot tub, ug sprinkling, 3 cargarage. MLS¹10063120

Beautiful custom home with plenty of room forthe entire family! This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath gemhas a separate office, bonus room, fully fencedyard with covered patio for entertaining. Thegorgeous kitchen is open to the dining area andfamily room. MLS¹15447652

69566 Haefer Lnu Cove $309,000 If you can stand elk, deer, cougar, bear, turkey,grouse and probably a wolf. This is it. Two LOPtags for deer and 2 LOP tags for cow elk on this160 acres with nice 1320' cabin, outhouse,generator, kitchen, 8 man sleep loft and privatebedroom, plus living room. MLS¹14436238

71787 Hwy. 82, Elgin $750,000173.10 acres m/I, spring fed pond, evergreentrees, fruit trees, farm ground, large shop.Located just north of Elgin. Very nice customhome, approx. 3600 sq. feet; maple hardwood& tile flooring, granite counter tops, stainlesssteel appliances, wrap around deck, & more!MLS¹13232560

Totally r emodeled f a rmhouse w i th3bdrm/1.5bth, new master bedroom, land­scaped, pond, garden, water rights, large oldbarn, machine shed, very Ig. shop, other out­buildings, all on 2 ac. MLS¹14286729

5012 N. 15th Aveu Elgin $85,500 129 2nd Stu North Powder $18,950 $79,500Immaculate two bedroom, 2 bath Fleetwoodhome with vaulted ceilings, spacious inside andout, covered deck, carport, large chainlinkfenced front yard, corner lot with lots of flowersand trees. Quiet mature neighborhood.MLS¹12503128

Nice flat lot with services in good central loca­tion between La Grande, Union, Baker City,and Anthony Lakes..two storage sheds,readyfor MF or stick built home..Will need a condi­tional use permit to build f rom city.MLS¹13573960

1212 V Aveu La Grande $29,950500 N 16th Aven Elgin $34,000

Large LOT Only, house is unlivable, buyer toremove. All utilities, power, water & sewer andnatural gas are in and ready for new home ormanufactured house to be setup. Corner lotsize will be 85' x 90'. MLS15237956

Sun porch, utility room and a mudroom withold-fashioned root cellar door in the floor.Fenced, private yard with mature shrubs andflowers, huge 2-car garage with opener makean outstanding investment as a rental, retire­ment project or starter home. MLS¹15513138

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$48,000Affordable building lot with concrete founda­tion, gas, elec., phone & cable, & water/seweron property, tap fees paid. Lot is 68' x 84'(m/I),city set backs are 16' front, 15' back; newersubdivision in La Grande, paved road, & veryconvenient location to shopping, senior center,etc. An ADA accessible floor plan is available &has been approved by the City. MLS¹9049087

0 Rose Ridge Rd, Cove $39,900Lot 1 in Rose Ridge Subdivision. Beautiful oneacre lot in Cove with valley and mountainviews, ready for your dream home! The City ofCove is ready to issue building permits and allutilities available. DEQ Approved forConventional Sand Filter System. Water avail­able at the street. MLS¹14571683

0 Earnest, Elgin $55,000Nice 2 bedroom, 1 bath Bungalow nearEastern Ore. University. Low maintenance vinylsiding, good roof, gas heat, laminate and woodflooring, some vinyl windows. Plus you will lovethe extra deep lot, 55' x 140', shop building,and off street parking. MLS¹15522595

100211th St, La Grande $96,500Spectacular view lot on the southside of LaGrande! One of the best view lots in LaGrande, approx 2.88 acres m/I with city utilitiesavailable. Views of the Blue Mountains,Wallowa Mountains, as well as the GrandeRonde Valley. A new home built here wouldhave privacy and the convenience of living intown. MLS¹14541104

90112th Stu La Grande $130,000

Beautiful 2.22 acre parcel waiting for yourdream home, shop or barn with plenty of roomto spare. The site has power, gas nearby andthe site has been DEQ approved for a standardseptic system. Owner financing terms areavailable. MLS¹14380017

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0 High Valley Rdu Cove $199,000RThis 19ac+ piece is just what you have beenlooking for. It is dividable, or make it your ownsmall farm. Water and power are at the road.Very close to Cove and priced to make moneyor build your own castle. MLS¹14589886

Recently remodeled income producing prop­erty. Includes a laundry mat with newer appli­ances (8 washers & 8 dryers), a one bedroomapartment upstairs, and 6 storage units.Residential apartment has range, refrigerator,dishwasher, wall air conditioner, and carport.Three 8x12 buildings provide 6 storage units.MLS¹14322348

Two homes for the price of one plus a largeshop/RV garage on a gorgeous .25 acre lot.Large garden plot, ancient apricot, plum andhazelnut trees, luscious lilacs, Japanesemaples, prolific climbing rose, elm hedge andother enchanting plantings. MLS¹15443993

1421 S Ave, La Grande $162,000

118 Main Stu Union $99,000 73551 Hwy. 82, Elgin $189,900A great 160 ac piece with building site andpower...needs well and septic, private andviews. Hunting, orchard, and nice spring at S.end, raise your cows and horses. MLS¹1 5070758

Building is gutted and ready fro any new busi­ness. It has ben removed from the Historicalregister so anything can be done with itMotivated, please bring all offers. MLS¹7804772

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2106 3rd, La Grande $89,000Nice 2 bed 1bath home on 50 x 135 foot lot.Convenient location to downtown and the Library.Ally access from the back. MLS¹14137466

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1503 N, La Grande $67,000 1608 21st, La Grande $169,000Built in 1963 3 Bed 1 Bath with attached garage.Fenced for animals. Sits on over 1 acre zonedcommercial. Plenty of room for a commercial busi­ness.. MLS¹14140758

10104 Leonard, Island Clty $64,000Buildable lot 84x124. Subdivision with restrictions.Near golf course. Ground is level. Utilities avail­able. Single family stick built only. Owner will carrycontract. MLS¹1 4074031¹¹l48­ shower. MLS¹15000629

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MFH on 38.5 acres. Large 1728 sq. ft. finishedinsulated heated shop. Two car insulated garage,horse barn, 6 stalls, insulated tack room. Barn withroom for 50 ton of hay. Fenced, cross-fenced, hayfield. Covered deck, fenced yard. MLS¹13469584

1.72 acres. Has it all including 3 bedrooms 2 1/2baths. Tri-level w/finished daylight basement over2500 sq ft plus 702 sq ft garage. Oak floors,vinylwindows 2 kitchen ovens. Also has vaulted ceil­ings, decks and hot tub. Heated with 2 fireplacesand oil furnace. Has 220 outlet. MLS¹15024110

10101 Leonard Ln. Island Cit $68000l y lFull Service Subdivision; CC&R's Stick built only.Rear access. Has driveway along South portion ofLot for additional access. Joint DrivewayAgreement on access road. MLS¹11157802

0 McAllster, Island CltyFull Service Subdivision. Conditions & Restrictions.Single Family - Stick built only. Has 'wet lands'below edge of creek along S. & W. boundaries.Included w/ sale is extra fill dirt - if wanted. If notgoing to use - Seller will remove. MLS¹11032441

$83 500Two story building with new roof, all functions onlower 7000 square feet. Upper 5000 square feetcould be developed into apartments. 4 bdrm, 2bedrm and 1 bdrm, one office, tavern and restau­rant, 2 RV spots. MLS¹13393632

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Second, North Powder $18,500 Home w/extra storage area added to the back.Near school. Updated wiring, plumbing. Seller willcarry with acceptable terms. Sale is subject to Lotline adjustment to be paid for by buyer, approxi­mate cost between $2800--$3,000. MLS¹15370097

271511th Street, Baker City $69,000Updated windows, roof and kitchen. Laundry areaand basement storage. Outbuildings are in goodcondition. Large barn style building and 2 smallersheds. Fruit trees. MLS¹14395355

1876 Restored. Kitchen has granite counters andOak cabinets. Laundry area with abundant stor­age. Fixtures reflect the period time of the home.Over sized garage that can house 2 autos withroom left over. MLS¹14547325

Great buildable parcel. Near schools and downtown. Seller will carry a contract. Could be soldwith the home located on 200 A Street.MLS¹15062374

61502 Hwy. 237, Cove $295,0001108 Penn Aveu La Grande $125,0002918 N E Riverside, Pendleton $369,900 Need help owning your own home, think Duplex,

Live in one side rent out the other to help pay themortgage. This Duplex is move in ready, new rooffresh paint. Investors this until has minimal vacan­cy rate and is ready to go. MLS¹14417475

308 Division, La Grande $123,900Electrical, heating, wiring and septic updates. Walkto library, grocery store, schools, warm waterswimming pool, restaurants, room for limited live­stock. 2460sf Metal Building is two shops in one,with covered carport. parking. MLS¹14219875

Two unit rental. Penn Ave side is one bedroom andrented for $500. 6th street side is 2 bedroom andrented for $525. Partial remodel inside. Built in1900. Good rental income. MLS¹15145928

Looking for an affordable home.Think duplex. Livein one side and rent the other to help make themortgage. Duplex is very good condition and readyrent. This unit has a low vacancy rate. Don't missthis one! MLS¹14538734

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One level home with breezeway from Shop to Backdoor. 1,228 sq ft shop garage with roll up door.Carport is enclosed on 3 sides and extra storagein the breezeway. Galley kitchen, dining area.MLS¹13201525

4 units. Main unit is 2200 sq. ft. with a basement­4BR/2BA. 2 one BRs that rent for $490/mo. 1 stu­dio that rents for $355/mo. Main unit rents for $850.mo. Rented by the person who manages all theunits and does handyman work. MLS¹14474811

1202 E. Aveu La Grande $155,500 Full Service Subdivision; Lot 37-79.03 X100. CityWater-sewer-storm water drains-water meter­underground natural gas-phone-cable sidewalks &mail boxes. CCR's R1 stick built homes only.MLS¹11202908

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Fannie Mae offers first-time home buyers big helpReal Estate NewsApr 16, 2015

By: Chrystal CaruthersIf you're a first-time home buyer just

entering the market, you're in for aspringtime treat: Fannie Mae will nowpayyour closing costs, up to 3% of theprice of the home — provided you take themortgage giant's home-buyer counselingcourse first.

The new HomePath Ready Buyerprogram, announced on Wednesday, al­lows first-time buyers idefined as thosewho have not owned a home in the pastthree years) to take an online course, getcertified, and become eligible for whatcould amount to significant savings. Forinstance, on a $150,000 home, FannieMae could contribute up to $4,500 towardyour closing costs — which typically rangefrom 2.5% to 3% of a home's price — andeven reimburse you for the $75 online

'This could actually get someone in thegame," said Frank Montro, a Chicago-areareal estate broker who specializes in sell­

This five-bedroom, three-bathroom house qualifies for closing cost assistancefrom Fannie Mae.

ing rehabbed homes.'This goes straightto the buyer's needs."

Montro says first-time home buyers areusually either "cash-poor or credit-poor.They pay their bills on time and theyqualify for the mortgage, but they just

don't have the savings."By offering closing cost assistance on

their properties, Fannie Mae is openingthe gates to a pool of people who havelargely been left behind in the housingmarket recovery. Traditionally, first-time

buyers have made up about 40% of themarket. Last year, they accounted for33%, according to the National Associa­tion of Realtors®.

While this announcement marks themortgage giant's latest step in looseningcredit availability — it also announceda new 3% down loan program in De­cember — it does so with some stringsattached. The closing cost credit appliesonly to properties in Fannie Mae's owninventory.

Fannie Mae owns thousands ofhousesacross the country, all seized in foreclosureproceedings, and now the government­backed private corporation is activelytrying to unload that inventory. Searchingour own site's listings, we found 7,075single-family homes listed as Fannie MaeHomePath properties.

"Depending on the details of the terms,closing costs can also help with downpayment," said Jonathan Smoke, chiefeconomist for realtor.com®."It reducesthe amount that you have to bring to thetable."

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New-home buyers are taking advantage oflower mortgage ratesReal Estate NewsApr 9, 2015

By: Chrystal Caruthers

The average 30-year fixed-rate mort­gage dipped to 3.66% this week, downfrom 3.7% last week, and new-construc­tion home buyers lapped up the savings.

Mortgage applications rose 17% inMarch from February, according to theMortgage Bankers Association BuilderApplication Survey.

"Overall, applications for new-homepurchases during the first quarter of 2015increased 20% relative to the first quarteroflast year," Lynn Fisher, MBA's vicepresident of research and economics, saidin a statement."Continued strength inbuilder applications raises the likelihoodthat housing starts will be strong over thenext few months."

"Housing starts" is industry lingo forwhen a builder actually breaks ground on

a new home. It's a good measure of wherethe new-homes market is headed, since ittakes months to go from groundbreakingto completion.

New-construction home sales are up asbuyers opt to wait for a home to be builtrather than compete in existing-home bid­ding wars. Buyer demand is driving priceshigher across the board. The average loansize of a new-construction home increasedto $314,394 in March &om $311,379 inFebruary, according to the MBA.

Still, mortgage rates fell as a resultof lower-than-expected jobs numbers.The economy added 126,000 new jobs inMarch, well below market expectations of247,000 jobs, according to the Bureau ofLabor Statistics. The unemployment rateremained at 5.5%.

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By: Silvia Ascarelli

Your next new home is less likely tohave a whirlpool bathtub, or even a linencloset.

What it might have are energy-efficien­cy features, even if you don't necessarilynotice them. And it's still hard to find anew home that doesn't include a walk-incloset in the master bedroom.

The whirlpool tub in the master bath­room makes the list of the 10 featuresbuilders are least likely to include in ahome built this year, according to a recentsurvey from the National Associationof Home Builders. And its popularity, atleast among builders, has dropped since2012, the first time this survey was done.

Admittedly, it isn't the least likely ame­nity — that would be an outdoor kitchen,complete with cooking, refrigeration andsink. But that one, unlike a whirlpool, isactually a touch more likely to be includedthis year than in 2012.

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year, according to the NAHB survey. Buttheir popularity has dropped over thepast three years, from 4.6 to 4.2.

The focus on energy efficiency is curb­ing builders' interest in building two-storyrooms, Quint said."Consumers considerthose spaces to be energy inefficient,a she

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ture are low-emissivity, or low-e, windows.These have a special coating that helpskeep heat inside during the winter andoutside during summer.

They are now"almost the norm" in newconstruction, said Jeff Lowinsky, vice pres­ident for technical services at the Windowand Door Manufacturers Association.Consumers looking to replace windowscan judge their energy efficiency by rat­ings from the National Fenestration Rat­ing Council. The U-factor, which measureshow well it keeps heat from escaping, ismore important in colder climates, whilethe solar heat gain is the more importantnumber in warmer climates, he said.

not want a luxurious bathtub experience,showers are another story. One bath­room feature that is rising in popularityis multiple shower heads in the masterbathroom. In 2012, showers with multipleshowerheads fell off the list of 10 leastlikely features, with an average rating of2.9. In 2015, the rating rose to 3.1.

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shop areas. Has had some up dating with a newfurnace, new vinyl siding, some electrical as well.203 K project! MLS¹14269690

Spacious corner lot with 3 bedroom ranch isfenced, offering garden space and parking. Freestanding gas stove keeps things warm and cozyfor ou and ours! MLS¹15670706

Cute 2 bedroom home on corner lot. Spacious living room, updated bath, convenient back porchfenced yard and garage/storage. Perfect for whatever your needs are! MLS¹14299481

Kick off your boots and settle in to this 2 bedroom,1 bath bungalow in North La Grande! With vinylwindows and a new roof in 2012, this home staysco warm! MLS¹14041593

Property would make good commercial work livelocation. Check with City for use. Needs majorrepair. Large shop. MLS¹14602928

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Near EOU, schools. This 3 bed/2 bath home has 2bonus rooms downstairs. Zoned for flexibility ofuses, this could be whatever you want. Hardwoodfloors, beautiful old wood trim! MLS¹14323681

Don't miss the value in this 5 bedroom 2 bathhome with a large fenced back yard! This 1980 sq.ft. home offers a remodeled kitchen open to theliving room. MLS¹15498334

Nestled in North Powder, this completely remod­eled 3 bedroom 2 bath home offers an over sizedcorner lot that is fenced, outbuildings, deck, and ano en floor lan. MLS¹15009485

1999 Marlette home on large lot with insulateddouble car garage that can be your shop! Cementpad for RV parking, storage shed, dbl gate for alleyaccess, garden spot & fenced yard. MLS¹14433147

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1705 Claire Stu La Grande $139,500Manufactured home is awesome. Dead end streetmeans little traffic, the large lot has room for thegarden. The 3 bed/2bath home has a spaciousmaster and a warm sunny kitchen. MLS¹14411160

1240 N. 2nd St., Union $144,900 Amazing 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial home onnearly V~ acre only blocks from EOU with over4000 sq ft, family room, inviting kitchen and newfurnace. Outside private patio, fire pit, storageshed...did I say private? MLS¹15538171

975 4th Stu Union $159,900Extra parking, large level corner lot. 3 bdrms and 2bathrooms, large family room that opens to decksand fenced yard. Double car garage, off streetarkin & a new roof. MLS¹14541715

Cute 4 bedroom, 2 bath home w/laminate and tilethroughout! Master suite w/walk in closet. Outsideenjoy fenced parking, large patio, dog kennel anda slab to build your garage! MLS¹15178905

2206 Pine Stu La Grande $160,000

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3BR/2BA, with an oversized two car attachedgarage with an additional detached shop for thoseextra projects. Back fenced yard with a great playstructure. MLS¹14639584

If you are interested in a comfortable 3 bed home,a perfect fenced yard and a shop that will makeyour friends jealous, this Elgin home is for you.MLS¹14302427

Original woodwork throughout! Stunning living anddining room combo lights up with the morning sunthrough the lead windows and splashes light onthe hardwood floors. MLS¹15247385

Have you always wanted that cottage with tons ofwindows in a small town? Maybe a really big lot?Why not throw in a nice detached shop/garage?This 3 bed/2bath Cove home is it! MLS¹15123513

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Home in excellent condition. Across the street fromEOU, this home has had a complete upgrade inthe last few years. Large, fenced, well maintainedbackyard with big garden area.. MLS¹14689303

Rare registered Historical home! 4BR/1.5BA, tile,slate, laminate, updated kitchen, bathrooms.Recent appraisal of $240,000 by licensed, certi­fied, inde endent a raiser. MLS¹14600205

Updates to kitchen, bathrooms in progress. Threeoutbuildings provide storage and work space. Fullyenclosed yard and dog-run, and extra space onthe back half of the ro ert . MLS¹15046626

Custom home w/Large level fenced back yarddeck, great garden space and trees. 3BR/2BAliving room w/gas fireplace and eat-in kitchenDouble car garage. MLS¹14386474

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Open floor plan. Landscaped well and has coveredcarport that could easily be a garage. Built in gasfireplace open kitchen dining area a formal livingroom great views! MLS¹15390127

1 acre on outskirts of Island City! Oversized shop,3 bedroom 2 bath home features a living room andfamily room, large dining and a bonus room for anoffice space or 4th bedroom! MLS¹14167759

3 bdrm/2 bathroom across from LG Country Club.Shop with tall door and great work space/attachedstorage. Well for yard with large green house andgarden area. MLS¹14022492

4BR home, living room opens to formal dining &eat in kitchen. Newer roof, siding & deck-plumbedfor gas BBQ, fenced back yard. New master suitew/office or nurser area. MLS¹14019774

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9+ acres. 2 homes, 2 general purpose buildings,large shop, hay cover, multi-purpose sheds, dou­ble-wide MF home, 1922 Sq. ft and stick built farms le home. Views. MLS¹14293333

On .80 acres this 4 bedroom 3 bath home offersspacious living and plenty of shop space. There isan 1800 sq. ft. finished shop and a 576 sq. ft.detached ara e. MLS¹15252884

Great rural property with Umatilla National Forestin your backyard. Three br 2 bath home with largeshop with two hobby rooms. Metal Barn with 4stalls. Ver Private. MLS¹15604817

Hardwood flrs and plenty of storage, 3 BR, plusbonus room. Family room, formal dining, livingarea exits to well landscaped lawn. Private with ahot tub and 3 car ara e. MLS¹14034411

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3.8 acre, m/I, 1 bdrm mh rental, shops, barn, stor­age, pasture and covered RV parking. Home offersa family room, large kitchen and views from theover sized livin room. MLS¹14675373

Over 5 acres is put to great use with a beautiful 3bed 2 bath home, over 500 sq ft shop with anadditional 3 bays for parking, and a large barn withman horse amenities. MLS¹15590011

Pasture, gardens, orchards, spring for domesticwater, water rights, machine, storage & coveredwood storage buildings. 3400+ s/f daylite 5/3 homeoffers has room for animals. MLS¹14482319

Many amenities including fruit room, covered frontporch back deck, large living room and shady frontyard. 4BR/2BA. Fenced, barn, machine shed, loaf­in shed, metal sho with 220. MLS¹ 14183770

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4BR/3BA log home has huge windows. W rap deckw/views. Barn with stalls & shop offer bunkhouseupstairs with 2 bedrooms! Pond, parking and muchmore! MLS¹14638522

5676s/f +m custom living on 1.42 decked & land­scaped acres. Both formal & fun theater room liv­ing. Mtn & wildlife views near hiking. Very largeourmet entertainin kitchen. MLS¹13612580

Lodge Style 2800 s/f, 2/Level Home on 19 acres,views. New garage. Log siding, circular driveExpansive living areas & enclosed decks4BR/3BA. MLS¹1 559721 0

160 acres. Log home w/nice truck bayport, poten­tial studio/bunk house, gp outbuildings, off the grid,generators, solar & propane, Pasture & merchant­able timber. MLS¹13245842

4+ acres. Gourmet kitchen and dining area, 3600s/f has separate living areas and bonus rooms.Beautiful master suite, hot tub enclosure, largeara e, sho and wood stora e. MLS¹13419171

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4 ACRES WITH MAJESTIC VIEWS df Mt. Joseph,bordering the Walowa River in Joseph, OR. Just dutdf Joseph, Oregon city limits and within minutes dfthe Joseph airport and rodeo grounds.Hiking, fish­ing, trail rides, skiing and boating close by. $400,000MLS¹13377805ON HWY 82 AT THE ENTRANCE TO WALLOWALAKE, Joseph, Oregon. 3.23 acres, m/I. Majesticviews and ease df access. Dividable. Call for moreinfo.$499,900 MLS¹14594230

Great little fixer. Two bedroom One Bath on a largelot and shop. MLS¹15474038

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195 S. 8th Ave, Elgin 3107,500 La Grande, Oregon at Hwy 82 with high visibilityand great perimeter access. Zoned GeneralCommercial 16,584 Square feet with an employeehsing and storage building. The commercial pylonsigns will stay under Meadow Sign ownership withmaintenance easement recorded. MLS¹14696091

2104 Island Aveu La Grande 3150,000Many options for this property! 4 spacious build­ings (2 O 5000 sf, 1 O 6000 sf, 1 O 8000 sf,w/840 sf office space). All buildings but the northbuilding have wood floors. North building has con­crete floor. Historically used for seed cleaning andstorage. MLS¹14695064

Investment and business opportunity! After 30+years, the North Powder grocery is looking for anew owner!* Including 1.25 +/- acres of land, thegrocery has plenty of asphalt parking, space fortruck parking and is operating 7 days a week!MLS¹15415261

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Very utilitarian shop building with 6,000 sq. ft. ofshop area along with 2,160 sq. ft. of finished areaconsisting of an office, meeting area, ada rest­rooms and a kitchen. See RMLS Listing ¹14455958 for Listing of all buildings in this com­plex. MLS¹14457253

10901 Island Aveu Island City3375,000

Newer Commercial Building with (2) two door baysand and 2 separate office area with 3 offices eachand a reception area. No load-bearing walls, socould be reconfigured. MLS¹12423150

10505 W.1st St, Island City 3489,000 1907 U Ave., La Grande 3565,000Unhappy with other investment options? Wantsomething with good income and even betterpotential? Storage buildings in 3 locations, all forone price! Call for financials. MLS¹14195912

2,974 sq. ft. one level building on a very busy hwy.Most of the building is trussed so walls can beremoved or moved around. Dividable 3.44 ac.MLS¹12166942

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Off Hwy 84 at Hwy 82 East. NNN/Tenant isStarbucks. 36 PARK SPACES. 800 to 1600 s/fvacancy is available for lease. MLS¹12584321

This property is a mix of 5 commercial buildings, aconvention center/church type building and poten­tially (3) 2 acre home sites. MLS¹14455958

with lots of space for a shop. Property is grandfa­thered in to have livestock. There is adjacent land thatis available if more is needed. $95,000MLS¹14678115WHAT A REMARKABLE, ONE OF A KIND PROP­ERTY! This small acreage has all the possibilities ofa dream home overlooking the valley below. Locatedon the west hill above La Grande, this small acreagehas DEQ approval. $1 20,000 MLS¹154970452 BUILDABLE HOME SITES IN COVE, or for theprice of one. 1 Is 8 acres and one is 10 acres, m/I.Views and quiet. $1 59,900 MLS¹141 62384BEAUTIFUL COVE HOME SITES. Gentle slopedhome sites. Land for sale. All fenced and a well log ison file. The Caldwell Ditch Right included. 2 tax lots.1 site evaluation on file. A red pump house hasundergrd power to it. $1 97,200 MLS¹15323725

KEENEY ESTATES OUTSIDE OF LONG CREEK.There are 14 residential lots for sale all individuallypriced and various acreage sizes. All infrastructureincluded plus roads. Adjacent 1093 acre ranch forsale also. Beautiful Eastern Oregon. Perfect forextended family ownerships. MLS¹156109312.3 M/L BARE COMMERCIAL ACREAGE,Pendleton, OR $24,450. MLS¹15650243READY.SET. BUILD! 50x100 Building lot in City ofLa Grande - the lot next to this is also available for annice, large lot if you'd like!! $22,000 MLS¹15014240LA GRANDE, OREGON BARE LAND BUILDINGSITE. Please call for more information. $30,000MLS¹14613306NICE SIZED CORNER BUILDING LOT in LaGrande! 70 x100 - and the lot next door is also avail­able! Great opportunity. $30,000 MLS¹15083118

VALLEY VIEWS FROM THIS WONDERFUL 1.71ACRES. DEQ Approval in 2001 for sand filter withcurtain drain. Beautiful spot to build your home!$35,900 MLS¹1 551 2759RESIDENTIAL LOT SUBJECT TO PARTITION, LaGrande, Oregon. 21,280 s/f. $55,000 MLS¹1 461 581 2LOCATION, SPACE, AND VIEWS! Including twoparcels that combined are over a half acre, this is abargain. Build your dream home on the South side oftown and wake up to a view of Mt. Emily. $69,900MLS¹15582014CALL TODAY AND GET MAP, buy separate or withproperty listing 15636822 to create your own subdivi­sion. Total acreage at that time is 3.64 M/L. Call fordetails soon! $69,900 MLS¹15662446MANY POSSIBILITIES WITH THIS 1.19 ACRES!You can subdivide and develop, or build your home

202 Main in Boardman, Oregon. Professional Building with 12 office rental spaces, 2 levels with goodaccess and parking on a .39 of an acre corner lot. Very well kept building in an area of growth. Incomepotential in Port Of Morrow area. MLS¹15049299

COME MAKE THIS YOUR NEW PROJECT. Cityrequirements and maps available. Platted for a newsubdivision. Buy with listing number 15662446 thenyou will have19 lots! $199,000 MLS¹15636822RARE,ONE OF A KIND ACREAGE below Mt Emily!Wonderful atmosphere with scattered pines andamazing 360 degree views. Perfect spot for yourdream home. $1 99,900 MLS¹1506741 2W HY NOT? Why not be close to town, have anamazing view and have the new home of yourdreams, all on 78 acres of some of the best ground inthe area? Why not? $265,000 MLS¹14470952IF PRIVACY AND BEAUTY ARE WHAT YOU ARELOOKING FOR, this is the place. Teeming with wild­life, this timbered parcel has Clark Creek as its northboundary. $265,000 MLS¹14598070GILDCREST DRIVE SUBDIVISION LAND. City of La

202 Main Stu Boardman 3379,000

Grande, Oregon 6 acres that may be dividable to20-30 City lots. Fantastic view property for develop­ment. Extremely popular private location. Opportunityto invest and build your dream home. City services.$375,000 MLS¹15401 877ON MT. GLENN ROAD, a most popular location.Beautiful 61 acre, m/I building site at the base of Mt.Emily. Backs up to MERA recreational area, trails,hiking, views and solitude. Zoned 10 acre minimum,dividable, subject to Union County approvals.$489,000 MLS¹13410522COMMERCIAL BARE GROUND at La Grande,Oregon. Off second exit at Hwy 82. 2.44 acres and.43acres, $11.00 p/s/f. Build to suit or owner will partitionto suit. CC&R's apply. Adjacent to Starbucks on Hwy82 off Hwy 84 in path to Super Wal Mart. $1,375,1 76MLS¹12455726

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By: Chrystal Caruthers

The average house hunter is probablynot going around with Janet Yellen on thebrain — but he should. Yellen, chairwomanof the Federal Reserve, is the single mostimportant person in the financial worldwhen it comes to interest rates. What shesays, and doesn't say, affects not only whatyou pay for your mortgage, but also howmuch home you can afford.

Yellen removed one little word,"pa­tient," from her statement after the Fed­eral Reserve Board's two-day meeting onWednesday. Without the word indicatingthat the Federal Reserve will continue tokeep interest rates at zero, m arket volatil­ity is inevitable, and that's not good.

But the Fed wasn't saying that changewould come overnight.

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release.The Fed has been propping up the

economy since the economy collapsed intorecession at the end of 2008 by providingnear guarantees that interest rates wouldremain low. Now with low unemployment

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rates, and a stronger economy, the Fed iseyeing interest rates. While many econo­m ists have been predicting 2015 to be the

year when rates would inch up, this newdevelopment is a clear signal rates willmove more than an inch.

"I would expect that we will likely see40 to 80 basis-point increases in longer­term rates like the 30-year fixed over thenext six to nine months," said JonathanSmoke, chief economist at realtor.com®.Changes in rates are often described inbasis points — 100 basis points equal 1percentage point.

Not since the days of Alan Greenspanhas Fed policy direction been so unintel­ligible. Be prepared. If you're shoppingfor a home, lock in your rate. Rates arenow subject to wild movements, and ratesmay climb as early as June, while someeconomists are forecasting rates will jumpcloser to October.

be appropriate to raise the target rangefor the federal funds rate when it has seenfurther improvement in the labor marketand is reasonably confident that inflationwill move back to its 2% objective overthe medium term," said the Fed's press

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Medical Office in excellent high quality condition with room toexpand if needed. WalMart Super Center location, 4 patientrooms, reception area, nurses station, 2 public bathrooms, 1staff room, work room, Drs offices, tile floors and stoarge. Thebusiness, equipment and furnishings are not included.MLS¹14367411

66782 Willow Creek Rdu Heppner $749,999Willow Creek Home Place on 162 acres. Attractive large homehas hosted family gatherings, weddings & generally a retreatdestination. 32 acres of primary water rights for hay. Gateway torecreation/lakes/hiking/biking/fishing & hunting. MLS¹14580936

12,500 s/f, m/I commercial land. Location off HWY 84 OEmigrant, high traffic, visible O Safeway, Walgreens, and SuperWal- Mart. Presently a rental and land rental space. Tear downhouse and build or add to your land bank. MLS¹13592801

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72306 Nash Lnu Pendleton $449,000 35513 Keeney Fork Rd, Long Creek $864,000Large corner lot in a desirable neighborhood. With a back gatethat opens up to Sherwood Park and a large, fenced back yardwith a storage building and covered patio. Extensive remodelingand smart updates. New carpeting, new paint throughout, newtrim, remodeled bathroom, and refinished hardwood floors.MLS¹15449675

Horse Property. Beautiful Custom Home on 20 ares, m/I.Extremely well cared for home with over 3500 s/f. Horse barn,large shop, garage area and RV parking. Easy access off Hwy84. Alfalfa and pasture w/water rights and fenced. Panoramicviews of the Blue Mountains. MLS¹14559243

Historic Hayes Family Ranch is one of Wallowa County's oldest& most revered farms including productive irrigated hay fields.Remarkable setting on the Wallowa River & set O the WallowaMtns, minutes to Joseph, Wallowa Lake & Joseph Airport.Stunning 147 acre +- home place. MLS¹13056875

83834 Airport Ln, Joseph $3,980,000Eastern Oregon Ranch located out of Long Creek. 1093 acresm/I available for your operation. One mile creek runs throughproperty, Malheur National Forest frontage, landowner huntingtags. Seasonal summer grazing, loft barn, outbuildings and oldhomeplace. MLS¹15189471

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OW 0 u re e r i as i n ric eReal Estate News

By DorisA. Black

Determining the selling price of yourhome, most likely your single largestinvestment, can be tricky. There is nopredetermined formula to give you theprice a buyer is willing to pay, while at thesame time giving you the largest possibleprofit. However, through diligent marketresearch, you may be successful at reach­ing an optimum price.

The right price will attract the interestofbuyers and real estate agents alike. Itwill also generate showings and offerswhich could produce a sale in record time.Many factors influence a homebuyer

when it comes to viewing houses. Loca­tion, neighborhood and the number ofbedrooms are important. The most im­portant factor, however, is price. The rightprice will determine who chooses to viewyour home and who doesn't.

Most homeowners know it may takemonths to sell their home iaverage timeis 90 days), but many don't realize thatfrom the time they put the "For-Sale"sign in the yard, most activity will takeplace within the next 15 — 20 days. Thisis the time that most serious buyers willwalk through your door. People who havelooked at all the available homes rush tosee anything new on the market as soonas it appears. Homes that are priced rightcreate a sense of urgency in prospectivebuyers. They know a house priced rightwon't be on the market for long.

Let's look at the most obvious mistakeshomeowners make when pricing theirhome:In an effort to get the highest possible

price, homeowners often overprice theirhomes. Many try to compensate for im­provements by raising the asking price tomore than what the market will bear. Forexample, the addition of a 30-foot deck onthe back of the house is a luxury item po­tential buyers may not want and may notbe willing to pay extra for having. Gener­ally speaking, homeowners only recoupa percentage of their remodeling costs.According to experts, the most profitablehome improvements include moderatekitchen improvements and bathroomremodels. Homeowners may be able torecoup approximately 80% of a kitchen re­model project and slightly less for a bath

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Another mistake homeowners oftenmake is to intentionally start the sellingprocess with a higher asking price thanwhat is reasonable because they thinkit will give them room to negotiate. Thisis a false assumption. Most buyers willassume you're looking for a full price offeror close to it. Consequently, most won'tbother making an offer. By pricing it rightyou'll encourage full price offers.

Additionally a price that is too high willgive the impression that you don't reallywant to sell and serious buyers will passyou by, so will real estate agents who havea prospective client.

The correct price will draw buyers toyour home. Once word gets out that yourhome is on the market and priced right,buyers will flock to your door and so willreal estate agents. Some agents may havean interested buyer and ask if you'd be

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willing to do a one-time showing for a2% commission. One-time showings area great way to sell your home. Everyonecomes out a winner — the seller, buyerand agent — so don't hesitate to allow aone-time showing for an agent with aqualified buyer.

As the seller, there are no surefire waysto predict the optimum price, but thereare steps you can take to help you get inthe ballpark. Researching the marketis key. By viewing similar homes in theneighborhood or surrounding area, you'llbe able to find a basic starting point.From there, increase or decrease the ask­ing price of your home accordingly. Don'thesitate to ask the owners of those otherhomes for sale how they arrived at theirprice. Their experiences can often loweryour learning curve when arriving at theright price.Before you arrive at a price, ask a local

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There is no surefire formula for pricinga home. It is a game ofhit or miss. Butthrough proper research and the adviceof professionals who view hundreds ofhomes each year, you can arrive at anoptimum price.

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Real Estate News irrigation systems may be used to growshrubs, grass and trees. Green roofs arebeing used successfully on at least twobuildings in the United States, city hallin Chicago and the headquarters of theAmerican Society of Landscape Architects.

Concrete is no longer the drab, graybuilding material it once was. Manufac­tured by Lafarge, Ductal, which has beenon the market for a few years now, castslike concrete and feels like concrete butbehaves like metal once cured. It is fivetimes stronger than regular concretethanks to the small fibers of steel orpolymer dispersed throughout the matrix.Ductal costs about as much as traditionalconcrete and steel and comes in customrecast shapes. It has been used in severalpedestrian bridges around the world anda light rail transit station in Calgary.

Similar to Ductal, bendable concreteresists cracking 500 times more than tra­ditional concrete, weighs less and requires

fewer joints and reinforcements. Bend­able concrete uses synthetic fibers, whichare placed in the mix with traditionalconstruction equipment and techniques.It has been used in projects in Australia,Japan, Korea and Switzerland.

A small German company has devel­oped LiTraCon, a translucent concretecontaining glass optical fibers as thick asa human hair. To make sure each fibermakes contact with surfaces on both sides,the blocks are built in stages. A thin layerof concrete is poured into a long, narrowm old; this process is repeated until along beam is formed, which is then cutinto short, rectangular building blocks.These are riddled with thin, light pipesthat transmit light from one side of thematerial to the other. Through the use ofdifferent diameters itwo microns to twomillimetersl, diferent illumination effectscan be achieved. The size of the block hasno effect on the illumination of the fibers.

Although it is not available on the mar­ket, SmartWrap, a thin material madefrom the same plastic as soda bottlesand pressed into rolls, is strong enoughto provide protection from a Category3 hurricane. An organic light-emittingdiode technology of organic moleculesis deposited onto the plastic film. Thisemits light when an electric current isapplied, providing lightning protection.Microcapsules of change-phase materialsare embedded in the film, absorbing heatin the summer and releasing heat in thewinter, thereby controlling the climate inthe building. Organic photovoltaic cellsare also embedded in the film to absorbsunlight and produce power.

There are some wildly different prod­ucts out there for house designers to use,including glass and paint that can cleanthemselves. Some materials are easierto find than others, but all are definitelyunique.

By Ronda AddyBuilding a house today doesn't mean

you have to use the same old materials.Thanks to a little thing called progress,new building materials are popping up allover the place.

Although the principle has been aroundfor hundreds of years, green roofs are newto the architectural scene. These veg­etated roof covers use plants in place oftiles or shingles, decreasing storm waterrunoIE filtering pollutants out of rainwa­ter and decreasing energy usage. If usedwide-scale, green roofs could reduce theurban heat island effect of a city.

Green roofs are available in differentdepths and require strong structuralsupport. With just a few inches of growthmedium and wedding-cake layers of wa­terproofing membranes and root barriersto prevent leaks, they can be planted withalpine plants. In some cases, deep soil and

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1602 Monroe Aveu La Grande $69,000This house offers 1 large bedroom with lots ofstorage. You will enjoy the upgraded kitchen andbath. Located close to downtown La Grande, EOUand the hos ital. MLS¹14689614

First time on the market in over 40 years. Openliving room and kitchen makes for a great enter­taining space. New tile floors in the kitchen, andnew wirin throu hout. MLS¹14561762

2BR/2BA with a newer roof and furnace.Outbuilding and a tool shop that has electricity,attached garage that enters into the house. Theard has lots of rivac . MLS¹15605247

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New metal roof installed, newfurnace & central air,new gas hot water tank, new electrical panel, newtoilets, new interior & exterior paint, new floorcoverin s. MLS¹13368020

3 bedroom has great layout! Yard fenced and pri­vate for summertime bbqs. Nice garage/shop inthe back. Drip system for flower beds. Newer paint,and newer vin I windows. MLS¹15495233

This home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathroomswith a very spacious and open living room andkitchen. This design is great for entertaininguests. MLS¹1 4660937

Great small acreage. 2BR/2BA, two nice outbuild­ings. Large two car garage with roll up doors andwork shop with extra storage room. Nice 24x36Buildin with 12 ft. roll u door. MLS¹14073486

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This 1890 built home retains all of its originalcharm with 9 and 10 foot ceilings throughout.Complete elegance with 5 bedrooms and 1 1/2baths on a double sized corner lot. MLS¹14012346

Remodeled 3BR/2BA, open floorplan. New Paintinside and out, new carpet,. Recent home inspec­tion shows the amount of work that has been donetothis ro ert! MLS¹15466170

Well cared for custom, stick built home. Large,fenced lot with established landscaping. Coveredfront porch and back deck. On a quiet dead endstreet. MLS¹14584470

2BR/2BA, just over 11 acres with barn and pas­ture. The home could be made into a 3 bedroom,and still have two living rooms. Private home onacrea e and not too far from town. MLS¹1 4369623

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510 H Ave., La Grande $339,900 erkn-., Cove $349,000 1412 Bonneville, La Grande $360,000 68633 Mill Creek Ln, Cove $389,0001707 Jasper St., Cove $285,000Completely remodeled on the inside. Home has1888 sq. ft. ofliving space, with 4-bd. and1ba. NewF/G/A furnace, vinyl windows, wiring, plumbingand roof. Two lots for sale. MLS¹14051442

One owner custombuilt home that they have lovedfor the past 25 years.Views, custom oak kitchencabinets, attached garage, detached garage/shop,RV arkin . MLS¹14399008

Ene ci entvustombuilt, single level, 2500 sq.ft. ho e with shop, and barn on almost 20 acres!A great domestic well (40gpm), a creek below thehouse and nice views. MLS¹15262958

Great views of the city, mountains and valley fromthis 3716 sq. ft. home located on 6ac. Many updates including the kitchen with an inland and all ofthe a liances sta . MLS¹14263396

5BR/3BA, library/den, gourmet kitchen, floor-to­ceiling chimney, spacious master suite, nice roomybasement. Extra large shop with guest quarters.Sho has bathroom, double doors. MLS¹14094330

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76014 Hwy. 82, Elgin $849,000 69574 Lantz Lnu Cove $499,000 1612 Washington, Baker City $200,000 70222 Warnock Rdu Wallowa $299,500Includes 3,872 square foot shop building with loftand attached equipment or hay storage. 1296square foot horse barn with stables and tack room.Nice pond at headquarters location. MLS¹14098010

Custom built home w/extras! 3BR/3.5BA. Outdoorliving area, exercise room, hardwood, tile floors.Granite counters. Gorgeous views, 5 car garagewith 2 RV doors, 1 1/2 acres! MLS¹14175775

This 6 bedroom 3 bathroom home offer lots of liv­ing area. It is currently set up as a triplex.Beautifully landscaped with lots of room for yourarden. MLS¹15571018

This 22 acre parcel borders the Wallowa River onthe north, has water rights. 3bd. 2ba.1536 eq.ft. ofliving space. Out buildings include, barn, shop,and 30 x 160 ha barn. MLS¹13164113

107 Island Av, La Grande $170,000THINKING OF OWNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS?This is a good investment. There is over 2000 sq.ft. to work with. MLS¹14206572

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1001 Division St, Elgin $180,000 Polk Ave., La Grande $27,900 Lake Ave., La Grande $29,900 E. Ash, Union $29,9001890 built home has 9-10 foot ceilings throughout.Complete elegance with 5 bedrooms and 1 1/2baths on a double sized corner lot. This home alsocomes with a brand new furnace. MLS¹1 4688659

280 N. Dewey Aveu Union $24,000 LOT 3N is 7192 sq ft. OWNER WILL CONSIDERTERMS. Approx. water and sewer connection feesare $3, 175.00 plus standard tap fees.MLS¹9022995

Lot 3S is 6000 sq ft. Come take a look. Owner willconsider terms. Approx. water and sewer connec­tion fees are $3, 380 plus standard tap fees.MLS¹9022997

Large 98ft. x120ft. building lot in Union. Low trafficlocated on a dead end street. Large open area tothe south of this lot. City sewer is stubbed to thelot, cit water in the street. MLS¹1 4579945

Nice size lot in Union waiting for your home plans.Utilities are in the street so don't delay. Hurrybefore it's gone. MLS¹1 4389210

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2907 Q Ave., La Grande $32,000 2405 Watson Stu La Grande $37,000 Squire Loop, Cove $47,5002416 Starlight Dru La Grande $46,000Building lot in newer subdivision, will accept M/Hor stick built homes. Paved streets, side walks andcurbs. MLS¹12158663

Building lot in newer subdivision, will accept M/Hor stick built homes. Paved streets, side walks andcurbs. MLS¹12262075

Building lot in newer La Grande subdivision. Thislot is ready to build on, and all utilities are stubbedto the property line. Curbs, and sidewalks are inlace. MLS¹15571448

Newer La Grande subdivision. This flag lot is readyto build on, has a chain link fence and all utilitiesare stubbed to the property line. Curbs, sidewalksand drivewa are in lace. MLS¹15534397

Building site with small creek and riparian area.Fantastic views of mountains and the GrandeRonde Valley. Owner may carry a contract. CallAnna for details. MLS¹13103042

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N College St., Union $48,500 Mountain View Dr, Cove $65,000 Mountain View Dr., Cove $65,000 Woodvilla Grn, Island City $75,000Longview Ln ¹11, Cove $60,000Build your dream home on this 3/4 acre lot.Located just North of the city of Union, this prop­erty has the country feel you want, but is stillwalkin distance to town. MLS¹14522173

3.49 acres with great views of the mountains andvalley below. Subject to CC&R's of Mt. ViewEstates. Creek runs through property. Plenty ofroom for our animals. MLS¹14634435

2acre building site. Looking for that special placeto build your dream home? This could be it, driveby and have a look. Located on the outskirts ofbeautiful Cove, Ore on MLS¹10059777

2.16 acre buildable lot near Cove located in a newsubdivision that could continue to grcw. Invest nowand maybe build later when the time is right??MLS¹13661112

Highly visible commercial lot just off Hwy. 82 inIsland City. City services available for this lot so getready to get established and start or relocate here.MLS¹11035263

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605 Lake Ave., La Grande $89,900 70291 Hafer Ln., Cove $99,900 Igo Lane, La Grande $155,000 0 Q Ave, La Grande $320,000 Kerns Loop, Cove $379,000Just steps away from the Grande Ronde river.Come build a home on this property or place amanufactured home on it. The shop has manyuses. MLS¹14683545

Unbelievable views. Build your dreamhome on thisbeautiful11.25 ac. building lot. Power is already onthe lot and has DEQ approval for septic system.MLS¹13557090

Almost 10 buildable acres with unobstructed viewsof the Mountains and the Valley below. Off IgoLane just minutes from town. Peaceful and quiet.Build our dream here! MLS¹15139893

Streets, curbs, sidewalks are in. 4.79 Ac. Currentlyzoned for multiple housing, possible zone changeto medium density residential or general commer­cial. Possible owner carr . MLS¹12223877

Great property to build your new home on withbeautiful views. A total of 239 ac. approximately 33acres of tillable ground with 2-year round springsreat for summer asture. MLS¹14685513

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• Resistance to animals and insects• Resistance to sound• Resistance to weather• Resistance to fire

Brick is available in a wide range oftones, colors and textures. However, be­cause it is permanent, you should be care­ful when choosing brick for your home.Whatever you select you will have to livewith for a very long time. Because of this,many homeowners today rely on softwareto help them choose. Many programs areavailable that will enable you to try ondiferent bricks on a home that is similarin style to yours. For more information onthe software that is available, check withyour builder.Brick stands the test of tim e. It also

dates well, so whatever type you select foryour home today is sure to look beautifulfor years to come.

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W hat never needs to be painted, lastsforever and rarely requires repair? Yep,you guessed it. Brick. If you're planning tobuild a home, you might want to con­sider using brick for part, if not all, of theexterior. More durable than other exteriorfinishes, brick will save you money in thelong run.

Bricks are made &om clay in two ways:by pressing or by extruding. In pressing,large high-pressure presses compressclay into brick moulds, while in extruding,water is added to the clay mixture andextruded through a die under extremepressure. Bricks come in two types: face orbuilding. Face bricks are uniform in sizeand color and are used for most buildingprojects, while building bricks are slightlyimperfect and off-grade and are used forless important projects.

Brick will cost you 3 to 5% more thanvinyl siding, but the slight increase willbe worth it with all of the money youwill save in the long run. Because it is so

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Closed Sales by Year: Union County, OregonOregon REALTORS® strongly believein the power of our political system andwork hard to ensure the rights, benefits,and privileges of home ownership. OnApril 8, 2015, hundreds of Oregon RE­ALTORS® let their voice be heard atthe Oregon State Capitol in Salem. Inthe morning REALTORS® were updat­ed on legislation slated for the May bal­lot. In the afternoon each REALTOR®met with representatives and senators toadvocate for legislation that would pro­tect the rights of homeowners.

But the vote and voice of REALTORS®alone is not going to be enough to defendthe legislation before us. Every propertyowner in Oregon should register to vote,educate themselves on pending legisla­tion, and vote on election day. Voting isnot just our right a citizens — it is ourprivilege. It is also what makes our na­tion so great. See you at the polls!

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