While renting may be less expensive in some areas right now, there are two big benefits homeownership provides that renting can’t. … Read More

Fix It Friday Friends! I’m back with another installment. You’re either here because you have a similar issue you need help with, or (like me) you love having a peek … Read More

There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been enough houses to go around.… Read More

Having a hard time finding a first home that’s right for you and your wallet?… Read More

Selling your house is a big decision.… Read More

I closed down the LA office in July of 2020. Obviously, we all went remote at that point and Brian and I weren’t locked into Portland yet, but pretty close. … Read More

Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit?… Read More

January marked our team’s (“Velinda Hellen Design”) fourth year, with over 300 projects under our belt. The majority of these are return clients or referrals, a testament to your trust … Read More

From Emily: Happy Mother’s Day, friends. May we treat all women like the queens that we all are, whether we’ve given birth to children and/or likely cared hard for everyone … Read More

Here we are – the transitional months where our bodies are so confused about what to wear to be comfortable all day long. It’s warm during the day but not … Read More

If your needs have changed, now’s a great time to sell and get the features you want most.… Read More

The other day we popped into Target and once again we were so impressed with their home stuff. I don’t really need anything right now (and I suggest if you … Read More