July 2024

Happy Birthday Cambern Homes! 

July is my 8th year anniversary of being in business.  My birthday also just happens to be July 9th! I can think of no better way to celebrate than with friends and clients that have become friends.  You are all invited to pop by my office and the coffee shop on July 27th from 12-3 to celebrate with me. Come by the office first and get your goodie bag and treat and then head next door for a beverage on me. Cheers! Please RSVP with me on my FB event or via text/phone call. I need to make sure I have enough goodies for everyone.

Last month I was delighted to host an agent appreciation event for my hardworking agents and my amazing transaction coordinator. Check out these pictures from that day. These ladies make it happen every day and they deserve a day of pampering and laughter. It felt so good to spoil them with gifts, yummy food, and some beautiful jewelry to show them they are appreciated.

Many people don't see behind the curtain of a realtor’s life. It is INSANE! The emotional roller coaster can leave us exhausted, and sometimes even a little sore. We experience everything each of our clients do during the surprises that come up. We interact with lenders, other agents, contractors, appraisers, and so many more people that are not as nice as they could be. We live and breathe your entire transaction because we want the BEST for you and we are fighting to protect you. I know many of you are in the customer service field and can relate.

Thank you! I know I cannot do my job without you and I appreciate you. We all rely on each other and it is an AMAZING feeling to build a network of excellent professionals! I am surrounded by high quality people and always excited to meet more! Let’s keep sharing resources and riding this roller coaster together. I WANT TO SEE THOSE HANDS IN THE AIR, PEOPLE! 

- Angela
July 2024

Summer Home Tips

Celebrating July Sales!

July Listing Highlight

New listing now active!
34195 Parkwoods Dr. Albany, OR
4 bed/3 bath
2663 sq.ft.
8.03 acres
$1,149,000

Single-level country living at its best! Home sits on over 8 acres and has tons of upgrades including roof, siding, flooring, remodel, new paint, and a finished shop.

Walk into this home and enjoy the abundance of natural light the windows and skylights offer. The home boasts two living rooms, formal dining area, vaulted ceilings, stunning kitchen, and so much more. Four bedrooms and a remodeled primary bathroom. Shop is finished and pristine! Arena is closed up and ready for critters or cars.

Angela Cambern Home Reviews

Market Thoughts

June 2024

Happy June! When I create this blog each month, I like to share things like what’s happening with me personally, what’s happening with the business and sometimes what’s going to happen. It really makes my day when you read it and reach out to me to share if you relate to something I have shared. I want to hear from you so don't be shy! I'm certainly not.

Dreams do come true! I drove one of my dream cars off the lot this last week and I was on Cloud 9! This orange beauty is a 45th anniversary edition 2024 Supra. You all know my love of Halloween and all that goes with it, so it shouldn't really surprise you that I had to buy it because it only comes in this color for the limited number (900). Meet Sally the Supra. She joins my other vehicles, Zero, Jack, Sporty Morty, and the Dirty Ratsun. Where are my other car people at? Reach out with any car shows or meets you like to attend so we can support each other.

Now that I have the new car payment I better get to work and help some people buy or sell homes. In May this hardworking Realtor landed her 3rd listing over a million dollars in 2024. I am sure a few of you just made a joke about it being a 1-bedroom fixer upper on a landfill at that price. I can't argue that real estate hasn't gone up in price - but I can enthusiastically share that my newest listing is worth every penny at $1,149,000. It has an indoor arena, people! Don't need an arena? That’s just fine because there is a shop too! Wait, that's not enough for you? How about 8 acres off of Scravel Hill with a remodeled single-level 4-bedroom 3-bath home? Check out the video and share it, too!

I know we just made it into June and June is great and all but I am EXCITED for what happens in July. My BIRTHDAY and CAMBERN HOMES’ BIRTHDAY are both in July. This is me inviting you to my summer birthday bash on July 27th from 12-3. There will be more forthcoming about it but plan to pop by to enjoy some food, drink, and most likely a dunk tank lol. If you are new to this newsletter or if you are thinking we haven't seen each other in a while and not sure if you should come by...well you SHOULD! This is a great chance to catch up and say Hi!

- Angela
June 2024

Summer Home Tips

Celebrating May Sales!

June Listing Highlight

New listing now active!
34195 Parkwoods Dr. Albany, OR
4 bed/3 bath
2663 sq.ft.
8.03 acres
$1,149,000

Single-level country living at its best! Home sits on over 8 acres and has tons of upgrades including roof, siding, flooring, remodel, new paint, and a finished shop.

Walk into this home and enjoy the abundance of natural light the windows and skylights offer. The home boasts two living rooms, formal dining area, vaulted ceilings, stunning kitchen, and so much more. Four bedrooms and a remodeled primary bathroom. Shop is finished and pristine! Arena is closed up and ready for critters or cars.

Angela Cambern Home Reviews

Market Thoughts

Critter Corner

New for June: Plant Corner

May 2024

Happy Halfway to Halloween! I am starting to ramp up for Halloween 2024 and I would love to hear some opinions from all of you reading this. What theme should I do at the office/coffee shop this year? My heart is telling me BEETLEJUICE because the sequel is happening this year and who doesn't love Beetlejuice!? The other option I am thinking of is Old School Halloween in general like Frankenstein, Dracula, Ghosts, and Ghouls. No matter what I choose you know it will be out of this world and I expect you and your families to come by the office or my Albany home!

Welcome Jessi Cardin!

Speaking of community…I would be remiss if I did not brag about my newest agent to join Cambern Homes, Jessi Cardin! Jessi is most passionate about exceeding her clients’ expectations and earning their trust. She believes that the true mark of success in her career is having her clients become return clients while referring their friends and family to her. She takes a caring approach in helping everyone achieve their goals through the process. She strives for her clients’ satisfaction every time she finalizes the process, and is thrilled when a good relationship with a client continues beyond closing day. She cares about her community!

-Angela
May 2024

Celebrating April Sales!

April Listing Highlight

New listing now active!
8731 Boulder Ridge Ct SE
4 bed/ 4 full bath
4396 sq.ft
1.88 acres!
$1,269,000

This amazing custom built, luxurious open concept home sits on 1.88 acres. The home boasts 3 gas fireplaces, Brazilian hardwoods, custom woodwork, and granite counters. Formal dining and eat-in kitchen area, large family room and sitting room. Daylight basement with a second prep kitchen, making dual living for possible. Three car garage as well as a huge 68' x 40' 3-bay shop with plumbed bath, 220 power outlets and plenty of room for the RV. Step out the French Doors and enjoy the sprawling backyard, patio/covered area, outdoor lighting, underground sprinklers, and fruit trees. NO HOA.

Angela Cambern Home Reviews

Market Thoughts

Cambern Critters

April 2024

April showers may bring May flowers but this weather isn't even for the birds! On my drive to Eugene this week I literally saw birds going backwards instead of forwards while trying to fly. Whoever saw that groundhog a few weeks ago, they need to get their eyes checked.

March was a blast for me!! I took self-care to the next level and took TWO small vacations in the same month. One was with my awesome husband to Vegas. Look below for an amazing photograph my husband took of the racetrack near our hotel. We didn't even know Nitro races were happening until we went outside of our room and could hear a crowd. This photo is taken from the parking garage top at the Elara that overlooks the racetrack. We had so much fun just hanging out looking down on the race and enjoying a beverage in our own little private showing area.

NAR Settlement Info

Enough sharing about what I have been up to. I want to briefly talk about changes in real estate policy and what it really means for you as a seller or a buyer. I will not go into a long-winded (we have lawyers for that lol) explanation. I just want to educate you and encourage anyone who wants to talk more about it to call me directly.

I know many of you may have seen or heard talk about the NAR Settlement, though if you haven't, that is ok too, as really it is mostly the media who is talking about it. I wanted to take a moment and share some context that is based on the point of the Settlement. This next part is copied from the NAR site directly. My goal for sharing this is the same goal I always have with all of you as your agent, and that is to have transparency in what I do for you and to educate others on how to do it with the highest level of skill they can.

NAR: Following recent inaccuracies in media coverage, including the false representation or suggestion that the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) requires a standard 6% commission, NAR has issued the following statement (found at https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/correcting-the-record-nar-does-not-set-commissions):

"CHICAGO (March 19, 2024) – The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) does not set commissions – they are negotiable. The rule that has been the subject of litigation requires only that listing brokers communicate an offer of compensation. That offer can be any amount, including zero. And other rules throughout the MLS Handbook and NAR policy expressly prohibit MLSs, associations, and brokers from setting or suggesting any such amount that should be included in that field. Again, the current rule that has been the subject of litigation does not set commissions. (Emphasis mine.) As reflected in our release about the proposed settlement agreement, NAR has agreed to put in place a new MLS rule prohibiting offers of broker compensation on the MLS. Commissions remain negotiable, as they have been." (Emphasis mine.)

Below is a picture from one of my listings that shows the commission amount they are saying we will likely not be able to show on the MLS anymore (starting mid-year). 

The settlement is not court-approved yet and we do not have all the rules yet, so stay tuned.

-Angela
April 2024

Homeowner Classes & Tips!

My Monthly "How to buy a home class" continues on April 3. If you haven't been before, no worries! Each month I talk over the basics of the home buying process. The class is about an hour long unless we get to talking too much and that never happens.

April 3, our class will be at 10 am - 12 pm at Dark Bloom Coffee (237 S Main St. Lebanon, OR)

You are welcome and even encouraged to bring friends and family if you have already bought a home. I hope to see some of you come with your friends so I can take care of them and catch up with you too. Locations will change up each month to be all over the Willamette Valley. Check my Facebook Page or website for class RSVP!

Celebrating March Sales!

April Listing Highlight

New listing now active!
8752 Boulder Ridge Ct SE
4 bed/ 2 full bath, 1 half bath
2915 sq.ft
1.64 acres!
$1,099,000

Custom home and shop sits on 1.64 beautifully landscaped on a private street. Walking into the home you are greeted by high ceilings, a spacious living room with gas fireplace, an abundance of windows and natural light. This 4-bedroom home boasts an office, an open loft area with built-in Murphy bed, laundry room w/pantry, and family room. The large primary bedroom suite is downstairs and has a walk-in shower and closet has built-ins. Shop has room for an RV and a finished upstairs!

Angela Cambern Home Reviews

Market Thoughts

Cambern Critters

March 2024

Happy St. Patrick's Day! This year for St. Patrick’s Day I will be in Florida with my bestie Laura. I am lucky to have her in my life and she can't get rid of me now without feeling bad lol. We will be staying a week in Kissimmee, FL, and I am looking forward to exploring Florida and getting some sun. If anyone has suggestions of places to go I would love to hear them.

It's POP-BY time! That means you need to keep an eye out for a gift on your door during the months of March/April. Want a hint?  Here you go! "Are you feeling lucky?" or getting "Eggcited" to get your POP-BY? I often get asked why I do these and the answer is simple...I have a shopping problem! JUST KIDDING! Because I LOVE staying in touch with my clients/extended family. You may have started as a client but each of you have had an impact on my life and I am delighted to call you my friends and adopted family even.

This month I'm re-starting my monthly "How to buy a home class" on March 6. The goal of this class is to learn about the basics of the home buying process. The class is about an hour long unless we get to talking too much and that never happens. You are welcome and even encouraged to bring friends and family if you have already bought a home. I hope to see some of you come with your friends so I can take care of them and catch up with you too. Locations will change up each month to be all over the Willamette Valley. Check my Facebook Page or website for class RSVP!

Feeling lucky!
- Angela, March 2024

Celebrating A February Sale!

March Listing Highlight

New listing now active!
8752 Boulder Ridge Ct SE
4 bed/ 2 full bath, 1 half bath
2915 sq.ft
1.64 acres!
$1,150,000

Custom home and shop sits on 1.64 beautifully landscaped on a private street. Walking into the home you are greeted by high ceilings, a spacious living room with gas fireplace, an abundance of windows and natural light. This 4-bedroom home boasts an office, an open loft area with built-in Murphy bed, laundry room w/pantry, and family room. The large primary bedroom suite is downstairs and has a walk-in shower and closet has built-ins. Shop has room for an RV and a finished upstairs!

Angela Cambern Home Reviews

Market Thoughts

Cambern Critters

February 2024

January DEFINITELY went faster than I expected! I remember saying Happy New Year and now I am about to say Happy Valentine’s Day. Anyone else feeling this? Maybe it is all the coffee and lotus energy I have been drinking at my coffee shop. Who needs to blink anyway?

I am excited to share that I will be bringing back my monthly "How to buy a home class" starting March 6. The goal of this class is to learn about the basics of the home buying process. The class is about an hour long unless we get to talking too much and that never happens. You are welcome and even encouraged to bring friends and family if you have already bought a home. I hope to see some of you come with your friends so I can take care of them and catch up with you too. Locations will change up each month to be all over the Willamette Valley. Check my Facebook Page or website for class RSVP!

I want to take a moment (before 2024 is over lol) and talk about home ownership! Many of you have become a homeowner in the past few years and that deserves a kudos. Congratulations again for making a great decision to buy a home and to have done it with me as your Realtor.  But what do you do AFTER you become a homeowner? Here are a few friendly reminders to help you take care of your home. Stay tuned for monthly updates as well in future newsletters.

Here's to love and homes,
- Angela, February 2024

February Listing Highlight

New listing now active!
8752 Boulder Ridge Ct SE
4 bed/ 2 full bath, 1 half bath
2915 sq.ft
1.64 acres!
$1,200,000

Custom home and shop sits on 1.64 beautifully landscaped on a private street. Walking into the home you are greeted by high ceilings, a spacious living room with gas fireplace, an abundance of windows and natural light. This 4-bedroom home boasts an office, an open loft area with built-in Murphy bed, laundry room w/pantry, and family room. The large primary bedroom suite is downstairs and has a walk-in shower and closet has built-ins. Shop has room for an RV and a finished upstairs!

Angela Cambern Home Reviews

Market Thoughts

Cambern Critters