Grace Lapena & Lisa Fisher, Principal Brokers - Bend Premier Real Estate

06/18/2026

Questions Buyers Should Ask About Utility Costs
Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase price is just the beginning. Monthly utility bills can vary wildly from one property to the next, and they can significantly affect how comfortable that...

06/11/2026

How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home
Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your budget,...

Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your...

06/05/2026

What to Look for in a Home Inspection Report
You've made an offer, it's been accepted, and now comes one of the most important steps in the buying process: the home inspection. The report that follows can run anywhere from 20 to 100 pages. That's a lot of information, and knowing how to read it makes all the difference.
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You've made an offer, it's been accepted, and now comes one of the most important steps in the buying process: the home inspection. The report that follows can run anywhere from 20 to 100 pages. That's a lot of information, and knowing how to read it makes all the difference. Not All Issues...

05/30/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 16497 SW Ranchview Road, Powell Butte.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 16497 SW Ranchview Road, Powell Butte, OR 97753, 2861 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, asking price of $1,200,000, MLS ID 220222150

05/29/2026

How to Assess Natural Light When Touring Homes
Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how light moves...

Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might tell a different story in person — and the reverse is just as true. When you're touring homes, taking a few extra minutes to evaluate how...

05/27/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 16497 SW Ranchview Road, Powell Butte.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 16497 SW Ranchview Road, Powell Butte, OR 97753, 2861 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, asking price of $1,200,000, MLS ID 220222149

05/22/2026

When Buying New Construction Makes More Sense Than Resale
The debate between new construction and resale homes is one that comes up often in today's market — and there is no single right answer. What matters is understanding what each option actually offers and whether it lines up with your priorities. For many buyers, new construction deserves a closer look...

The debate between new construction and resale homes is one that comes up often in today's market — and there is no single right answer. What matters is understanding what each option actually offers and whether it lines up with your priorities. For many buyers, new construction deserves a...

05/14/2026

What to Look for in a Move-In-Ready Home
Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and if you've been searching for a while, the phrase "move-in ready" probably sounds like music to your ears. But what does it actually mean, and how do you know if a home truly lives up to that description? Before you...

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and if you've been searching for a while, the phrase

05/11/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 15887 SW Brasada Ranch Road, Powell Butte.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 15887 SW Brasada Ranch Road, Powell Butte, OR 97753, 4628 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, asking price of $1,899,000, MLS ID 220219540

05/09/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what I recently sold at 990 NE Wiest Way, Bend.

990 NE Wiest Way, Bend, OR 97701 See 1 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 3; Full Baths: 3; Square Feet: 2312; Price: $700,000; MLS ID: 220218272