It isn’t often in life that we get multiple choices available to assist us on our journey, especially on the journey to homeownership, but eligible First Time Home Buyers in Medford Oregon have MULTIPLE CHOICES! Whether it is up to $50,000 for the Medford Neighborhood Stabilization Program for home buyers making up to 120% of the area median household income purchasing eligible foreclosure properties, or up to $15,000 for the City of Medford First Time Buyer program that gives eligible first time home buyers earning up to 80% of the area median household income purchasing a home in the city limits of Medford Oregon, CHOICES!!!     What are you waiting for?!?!?! Isn’t it time you find out if YOU qualify? Call today, as these programs have limited funding available.   If you snooze, you m... 09/10/2009

Affordability indices are at amazing levels, with homebuyers finding deals we haven’t seen in generations here in the Rogue Valley. One of the deals is a recently released Neighborhood Stabilization Program, up to $50,000 in funds that can be used to match/make down payment, pay closing costs AND repairs on a foreclosure home here in Medford Oregon. Do you think FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS in a zero interest “silent second” with no monthly payments might help YOU buy a home and keep your payments nice and low?   Per Krista Bolf, 2009 Rogue Valley Realtor of the Year, not long ago there were roughly 75 foreclosure homes for sale in the Rogue Valley for sale around $100,000. Now, there are around 25.   What are you waiting for Rogue Valley Home Buyers?!?!?! Call today and see how YOU may be on... 09/09/2009

Excellent East Medford Location!Type: Single Family HomeLocation: 3075 Century Way, Medford, OR 97504Bedrooms: 3, Bathrooms: 2 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $231,900Description: Excellent East Medford location!! Close to country paths or downtown shopping in a 10 minute drive. Hoover/Hedrick School area - home is just minutes to RVMC! Fresh exterior and interior paint with relaxing colors throughout. New high-efficiency windows and new roof summer 2009. Glass top range with convection oven is less than 1 year old! Family room has a fireplace with insert. New automatic sprinklers. Other upgrades include new gas water heater 2007, new toilets in last three years, digital thermostat, and range area is plumbed for gas if conversion to gas range is desired.Visit www.TopSouthernOr... 09/08/2009

$48000 / 2br - Fantastic Value, close to everything! (East Medford) (map) Fantastic Value, close to everything!Type: Co-opLocation: 737 Stevens St. #206, Medford, OR 97504Bedrooms: 2, Bathrooms: 1 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $48,000Description: Fantastic Value, close to everything! You will love all the amenities this home has to offer, from its immaculate grounds to the gated, in ground pool. The community is a 55+ CO-OP, Perfect for the person looking to reduce their monthly housing expense. Minimal monthly fees include: water, sewer, garbage, taxes, and laundry facilites. Open floor plan. Covered private patio and covered parking included. Come look! Visit www.TopSouthernOregonAgent.com for more information.Contact Information:Jared HokansonRE/MAX Realty Group2594 East B... 09/08/2009

Would you like to find out how you may use the City of Medford Oregon’s first time home buyer program? Are you a first time home buyer who earns less than 80% of the area median household income? Have you decided the time has come for you to purchase your own home instead of renting someone else’s? Have you been able to set aside $1,000 to do this with? Are you looking to buy in Medford? If your answer is “yes” to these questions, it’s pretty likely you are eligible for the City of Medford Oregon’s First Time Buyer Down Payment Assistance Program.   The City of Medford First Time Home Buyer Program is a “silent second” mortgage, meaning it has zero interest and no monthly payments, just sitting there until you sell, refinance or move out of this home. This helps eligible first time hom... 08/24/2009

Medford, OR - $8,000 Tax Credit - Senate Majority leader Henry Reed spoke to reporters today in Nevada about Congress extending the $8,000 tax credit for first time homebuyers.  If this happens it will be good for  the economy since  first time home buyers are potentially a large source of business for our industry. To find out how to take advantage of the $8,000 credit contact barbarabrown@windermere.com.   08/07/2009

Have You Been To The Wharf In Medford Oregon? No, not the wharf as in at the ocean shore. "The Wharf Fresh Seafood Market and Eatery", that wonderfully unpretentious seafood restaurant/market in West Medford?   We braved the "Fish Friday" crowd this warm Summer evening, and finally got over to The Wharf, a "hole in the wall" seafood restaurant that has been highly recommended to us by family and friends. Although my husband has a voracious seafood appetite, our youngest and I are tried and true steak and potato folk. But, I do enjoy trying different foods - even if our youngest would be content eating the same handful of favorites day after day!   The Wharf in West Medford has the perfect menu for a family like ours. For obvious reasons, the menu has a great variety of fish and seafood ... 07/24/2009

Coldwell Banker Pro West is offering First time Home Buyers classes every Saturday at 11am - noon, and Wednesdays from 6pm to 7pm.  There will be lenders and realtors present to teach the classes and answer questions.   Claudette has been working with first time home owners for over 17 years.  They are awesome!!                                            THE CLASSES ARE FREE                                     Saturdays 11am-Noon                                                Or                         SO YOU WANT TO OWN YOUR OWN HOME!   IT'S AN INCREDIBLE TIME TO BUY, INTEREST RATES AND HOME PRICES ARE AT AN HISTORIC LOW!!     This class will teach you the benefits of home ownership.             You will learn the steps to home ownership     What escrow and title insurance are and how ... 07/23/2009

Like new home in a quiet neighborhood.Type: Single Family HomeLocation: 317 Jeanette Street, Medford, OR 97501Bedrooms: 3, Bathrooms: 2 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $159,000Description: Like new home in a quiet neighborhood. You'll love the open floor plan with living room, kitchen and dining room all in one great room. Master suite with vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan and door to backyard patio. Low maintenance front yard. Alley access to backyard that even has RV parking pavers put in under grass. Call or email Jared Hokanson at 541-772-SOLD (7653) or Jared@TopSouthernOregonAgent.com if you want your home SOLD in Southern Oregon - Ashland, Phoenix, Talent, Medford, Central Point, White City, Eagle Point, Gold Hill, & Grants Pass.  Visit www.TopSouthernOregonAgent.com for mor... 07/22/2009

Want to have your say in how you would like Community Development Block Grant funds to be allocated to the community for the next 5 years? Do you believe street lighting is insufficient, homeless population needs need greater focus?...Our at risk youth programs are insufficient to meet their needs, Historical Buildings need to be preserved?...Affordable Housing needs aren't being met, energy efficiency steps aren't great enough?   The City of Medford wants to hear FROM YOU!!!   http://www.ci.medford.or.us/News.asp?NewsID=2465   Go online and complete the survey and make your opinions known. Now how many times are you asked to do THAT?!?!/? Get out their and flex your civic muscles.   See you out there! Karen Cooper - OR/CA Mortgage Consultant - www.Quality4Loans.com 07/02/2009

$184900 / 3br - A Rare Find... (Medford) (map) Reply to: 541772Sold@Gmail.com [Errors when replying to ads?]Date: 2009-06-30, 4:34PM PDT A Rare Find...Type: Single Family HomeLocation: 3277 Springbrook Road, Medford, OR 97504Bedrooms: 3, Bathrooms: 2 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $184,900Description: Don't let the street name fool you - this is on a quiet dead-end street, north of Delta Waters. Excellent curb appeal outside and attention to detail inside. You'll love the open kitchen, dining and living room with vaulted ceilings. Kitchen has newer granite countertops and laminate flooring. Huge deck and backyard. Large RV parking and lots of extra parking. Call or email Jared Hokanson at 541-772-SOLD (7653) or Jared@TopSouthernOregonAgent.com if you want your home SOLD in Sou... 07/01/2009

Quiet and Affordable in the East Side!Type: Single Family HomeLocation: 2046 Young Circle, Medford, OR 97504Bedrooms: 3, Bathrooms: 2 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $169,900Description: Great East Side Home! Well maintained home on a cul-de-sac. It's close to everything. Vaulted ceiling in the living and dining rooms, hardwood floor as well. Covered backyard patio and fully fenced yard too! This home is a must see!Visit www.TopSouthernOregonAgent.com for more information.Contact Information:Jared HokansonRE/MAX Realty Group2594 East Barnett, Suite B Medford, OR 97504Phone: 541-772-7653Fax: 541-734-5559Email: Jared@TopSouthernOregonAgent.com 2046 Young Circle (google map) (yahoo map) 06/20/2009

Gorgeously Renovated...Look and See!Type: Single Family HomeLocation: 16 Myers Court, Medford, OR 97501Bedrooms: 3, Bathrooms: 1 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $135,000Description: Come see this gorgeously renovated home with beautiful hardwood floors in the large living room. The open kitchen has newer linoleum. New energy efficient windows throughout.Visit www.TopSouthernOregonAgent.com for more information.Contact Information:Jared HokansonRE/MAX Realty Group2594 East Barnett, Suite B Medford, OR 97504Phone: 541-772-7653Fax: 541-734-5559Email: Jared@TopSouthernOregonAgent.com 16 Myers Court (google map) (yahoo map) 06/20/2009

$174900 / 4br - Over 2,000 square feet! A little TLC needed. A Little Love Goes a LONG Way...Type: Single Family HomeLocation: 2552 Hawaiian Avenue, Medford, OR 97504Bedrooms: 4, Bathrooms: 3 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $174,900Description: Fantastic home in a great area! Open floor plan with 2 Master Suites. Newer roof and flooring. Family room with gorgeous brick fireplace. TLC needed on some unfinished projects. Drive through garage to backyard. Tons of RV parking!Visit www.TopSouthernOregonAgent.com for more information.Contact Information:Jared HokansonRE/MAX Realty Group2594 East Barnett, Suite B Medford, OR 97504Phone: 541-772-7653Fax: 541-734-5559Email: Jared@TopSouthernOregonAgent.com 2552 Hawaiian Avenue (google map) (yahoo map) 06/20/2009

Luxurious Home with a PoolType: Single Family HomeLocation: 2969 Rosedale Terrace, Medford, OR 97504Bedrooms: 4, Bathrooms: 3 full, 0 half, 0 three-quarter bathPrice: $449,900Description: This luxurious Pagnini-built home stands out above the crowd, nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac. Inside the home you'll be drawn to the custom woodwork & hardwood flooring with in-laid marble that leads to a view of the private lagoon-like pool with its cascading waterfall. The formal living room with gas/wood fireplace & formal dining room are perfect for entertaining. You'll love the open floor plan & the large kitchen with granite counters & Sub-Zero refrigerator. Enjoy the large main-level master suite with jetted tub & spa-like feel. Two family rooms- one upstairs & one down stairs! Come see and fall... 06/20/2009

Here comes one of our favorite local Springtime events here in the Rogue Valley! It's Pear Blossom Parade and Run time! Time to park the car and hike the few blocks over to our favorite spot on Central Avenue to see the parade, than walk over to Alba Park to see what we can find at the booths at the street fair. It's a great way to run in to familiar faces and have a fun time. And this year, we get to just enjoy it, not having the drop off and pickup duties we've had in years past with children in the parade. Look for me, the one who is parked in the best viewing spot with no intention of getting up for the 2 1/2 hours the parade will run.   Pear Blossom RunSaturday, April 11, 20097:00am 5K Run, 7:45am Mayor's Award,8:00am 1 Mile Mayor's Cup, 8:35am 10 Mile Run,8:40am 2 Mile Run/Walkwww... 04/09/2009

We have a favorite restaurant in Downtown Medford where we know we will experience some unique and amazing flavors not only in their delicious Tapas, but in their drinks. Have you been to Element's Tapas Bar & Lounge in Downtown Medford? We have, frequently, and are headed back that way Monday February 9th to enjoy their Paella Party! This will be the first Element's Paella Party we've attended, and we're really looking forward to it. We're a little troubled, though... which of our favorite Southern Oregon wines will we bring with us?   See you out there! Karen Cooper - OR/CA Mortgage Consultant - www.Quality4Loans.com 02/06/2009

Last weekend, my husband and I recently tried a new Thai restaurant, but it wasn't to our tastes. Do you ever get your taste buds set for a specific restaurant's flavors and cooking styles and then forever compare the dishes you try from other restaurants to your favorite one? I managed to break the mold, though, when it came to my favorite Thai foods. Thai Thani's in Redondo Beach California used to be the Thai restaurant all others were compared to, and most really didn't bring the same sense of satisfaction. But, thank goodness, we found Bambu in Medford who no longer has me longing for a restaurant that is 800 miles away! I discovered Thai Thani in 1984, and they are still there after all these years! Repost from 7/23/2008: These big city transplants were thrilled to find out about ... 01/19/2009

On special occasions, and sometimes just because we love the atmosphere so much, you'll find us dining at Shoji's in Medford Oregon. Shoji's is a Japanese Teppanyaki style dining experience like no other I have experienced - and this restaurant style is one my family chooses frequently. For my fellow California transplants, it is like Benihana's- only with flinging egg shells and a TON of rice! The Early Bird Special is until 6PM every day, which we've taken advantage of many times, not only getting us in before the crowds and seated quickly, but we double the meat portion.  If we're not feeling glutinous, we go home with two-three more meals each! The chef's are a lot of fun, trying their jokes out on us. Good food, good conversation and good fun! If you haven't been to Shoji's, check ... 01/05/2009

Grateful every day for having been brought to this amazingly beautiful place we live, the Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon. I hope I never take one of these amazing sunrises for granted. Or sunsets. Or starry nights. Or snow falling. Or Spring blossoms. Or Fall leaves.   Karen Cooper - OR / CA Mortgage Consultant - www.Quality4Loans.com 01/04/2009