Why Summer Is a Great Time To Buy a Vacation Home

You may be someone who looks forward to summer each year because it gives you an opportunity to rest, unwind, and enjoy more quality time with your loved ones. Now that summer is just around the corner, it’s worthwhile to start thinking…

A New Option for Mortgages in Bend, Oregon - Elevate Mortgage

Learn about an exciting new option for mortgages in Bend, Oregon on this episode of House Talk where Karen talks with Dan Williams, President of Elev8 Mortgage, LLC! Karen Malanga: Hi, this is Karen Malanga with another edition of House…

2019 Changes to Central Oregon Property Listings

Karen Malanga: Hi, welcome to House Talk. This is Karen Malanga, principal broker at RE/MAX Key Properties. As usual, we’re always available to help you buy and sell home. And you can reach us at 541-292-3326. I’m really happy to have…
House Talk guest Caren Raisin

How to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

KAREN: Hi, welcome to House Talk. I am so excited on this chilly day to welcome Caren Raisin – not only my dear friend, but she’s helped me get myself healthy. Caren is a licensed registered nurse and a lifestyle coach and consultant.…

What is a 203k Rehabilitation Loan? What are the pros and cons?

Karen Malanga: Hi! This is Karen Malanga welcoming you to this week’s House Talk. Today, I’m so excited to have Matt Silver, the owner of Mountain Mortgage here in Bend. And what an appropriate name for Bend, Oregon especially with the…

An Interview with Bend, Oregon's New Mayor, Sally Russell

  Karen Malanga: Hi! Welcome to House Talk. This week, I’m so excited to have our new mayor. Sally Russell here is my guest. Sally, welcome to the program. Sally Russell: Thank you Karen. It’s great to be here. Karen: And…

Living Christmas Trees at Moonfire and Sun Garden Center

Karen Malanga: Hi! I’m Karen Malanga, principal broker at RE/MAX Key Properties. And I’m so excited to be out here at Moonfire and Sun. Moonfire and Sun is on 27th just south of Bear Creek. And I’m pleased to welcome Regina Vinson.…
House Talk Radio Show with Karen Malanga and guest Lindsay Cloud of Velocity Property Management

Why is it Important to Have a Property Manager?

Be sure that your home is ready for the winter ahead in Central Oregon! Click Here for your printable checklist. Karen: Hi! This is Karen Malanga welcoming you to this week’s House Talk. On our second segment after the break, I’m going…

How to Market High End Properties in Central Oregon

  How to Market Luxury Properties in Central Oregon Karen Malanga: Hi! Welcome to House Talk. So today, you’re going to have me to listen to, Karen Malanga, principal broker at RE/MAX Key Properties. And I brought in my daughter,…

How Does the Habitat for Humanity Program Work?

KAREN: Hi, this is Karen with House Talk, and I’m so excited to welcome Robin Cooper Engle here. She is the Director of Development for the Habitat for Humanity here in Bend. It’s so nice that you could take some time away from your…

Central Oregon Landscaping Tips with Brandon Reese of Moonfire and Sun Garden Center

KAREN: Hi, welcome to House Talk. I’m so excited today to have Brandon Reese here. He’s the owner of Moonfire and Sun Garden Center. I was actually just there a couple weeks ago buying my grandchildren packs of ladybugs. Of course, I…
Landmark Home Warranty on House Talk

What is a Home Warranty and how does it work?

KAREN: Hi, this is Karen. Welcome to House Talk. I’m so excited today to have Shawna Bell with me. Shawna is actually – this is pretty impressive – the Account Executive for Landmark Home Warranty for the whole state of Oregon.…

What are the programs and income requirements for Habitat for Humanity in Bend, Oregon?

KAREN: Hi, welcome to House Talk. Today I’m so excited to have DeeDee Johnson. She is the Director of Homeowner Services with our Bend Area Habitat for Humanity. I know that what she’s going to have to say to us is going to be really…