Kathleen's Korner 
October 2008 
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In This Issue
Today's Real Estate Market
Mountain Oasis Properties Incorporated
Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)
EcoBroker Certification
Today's Real Estate Market
 
 

Old Mill   By:  Kathleen Leppert

 
Today's real estate market can be a daunting place to be for many homeowners and investors in the market.  There are so many questions that need to be answered, and few answers out there that instill confidence in the marketplace.  My position is not one to sell you a slogan or spin information for my benefit, but to provide you access to the very latest news, information and resources so you may make an informed decision. Below are some helpful links so you may be able to make better informed decisions on whether you should buy, whether you should sell, or whether you should just hold your cards close for now. 
 

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. FedViews (9/11/2008). 
 
Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC). Search for your bank to see latest financials reported to FDIC.
 
Bratton Report for 9/4/2008.
 
 
Revised Emergency Economic Stabilization Bill (Bailout Bill) Passed by House AND Senate.
 
 

Mountain Oasis Properties Incorporated
 
Mountain Oasis Properties was formed to service the growing demand for quality rental and leasing management services in the Central Oregon market.  Our commitment to excellence and professional education, as well as our responsiveness and adaptation to market changes, ensures we provide the highest quality services to our clients.  Let our management team take the burden off your shoulders, so you may enjoy time in the great Central Oregon outdoor playland. 

We provide:
  • Clear, easy to read, timely reports utilizing Yardi property management software, the "gold standard" in property management software.
  • Aggressive advertising in print and online.
  • Comprehensive tenant screening and prequalification.
  • Deposit collection.
  • Rent collection.
  • 24-hour emergency services.
  • Lease enforcement, fines and evictions.
  • Maintenance and repair services through licensed and insured contractors.

Call us today at 541-350-1795 or visit us online at www.kathleenleppert.com.

Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)

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 When seeking a real estate manager, ask questions directed to learning about the real estate
manager's professional integrity, communication skills, analytical problem solving ability, experience
and reputation. Look for managers who have demonstrated experience in the areas of human
resources management; physical property management; financial, risk and administrative management;
communications and tenant/resident relations; and marketing and leasing.   As a member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), I have ready access to the latest news, information and
resources in the real estate management industry, enabling me to stay on top of my profession.
ECOBROKER CERTIFICATION

Recently, I earned the EcoBroker Certified® designation, having successfully completed a unique and informative training program on the energy and environmental issues that affect real estate transactions.  I have joined the movement of professionals pushing the real estate market toward energy-efficient, sustainable, and healthier design/features in homes and buildings.  The "performance home" movement is getting a boost thanks to this type of designation such as the EcoBroker designation.  With national surveys indicating that 80% of consumers consider themselves "green-minded," real estate professionals with the EcoBroker designation are in a better position to serve the real estate consumer. 
A SPECIAL THANKS TO EACH OF YOU,
 
As many of you know, the last several months have presented our family with many challenges.  I'd like to thank each of you who were there for us and stood with us through a very trying time.
 
As we go into the future, I want you each to know you have my promise that I will be there personally to answer your questions and help you with your real estate needs. 
 
Sincerely,
 
Kathleen Leppert, Manager
Principal Broker, CSP, GRI, EcoBroker
Mountain Oasis Properties
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