Eric Vermillion with BST Realty LLC

06/04/2026

What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move

Inflation is still above where the Fed wants it, and that means mortgage rates are likely to stay elevated for a while. But for people who need to move, strategy matters far more than trying to perfectly time the market.

Wondering what this means for your specific situation? Reach out today. Let's cut through the noise together and make a plan that actually works for you.



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Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling.

06/03/2026

Historic 1927 home at 102 E 5th St with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and tons of character in a great in-town location.

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06/03/2026

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

The housing market hasn’t rebounded as quickly as experts originally hoped. But that doesn’t mean it’s stalled.

Higher inflation and lingering economic uncertainty caused economists to revise their forecasts for this year. But importantly, when those two things settle down, many experts believe the market will regain its momentum.

So don’t see this revision in forecasts as a sign of trouble. See it as a temporary reaction to overall conditions and uncertainty.

If you want to know what’s happening in our local market, and what it could mean for your plans for the rest of this year, let’s connect.



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If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

06/01/2026

Historic character, modern comfort, and a location that keeps you close to all you love about Molalla.

Built in 1927 by architect Raymond Hatch, the John Frank & Bertha Fray Dicken House at 102 E 5th St is a storybook Tudor/English Cottage—from its half‑timbered gables and arched windows to its lush garden and rolled “thatch” roofline.
For over 60 years, this was home to Frank and Bertha Dicken, pillars of downtown Molalla and owners of the “Store of Quality and Service” that helped our community through the Great Depression and a devastating 1944 fire. Now, this beautifully preserved home is ready for its next chapter.

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06/01/2026

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

Today’s smaller single-family homes and condos have more going for them than the square footage suggests. They can give your budget some breathing room and put you in a community designed with lifestyle in mind.

Curious about the options in our area? Let's connect.



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You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

Discover a charming piece of Molalla's history. Situated in the heart of Molalla, right across from the charming Fox Park and the welcoming Molalla City Library.

05/28/2026

The Real Reason Some People Are Still Moving Right Now

Life changes. Priorities shift. Families grow. Kids move out. Careers evolve. And eventually, the house you’re in may stop fitting the life you’re living.

If that’s been weighing on you lately, let’s talk through what your options could realistically look like today, no matter where rates or prices are.

Life can’t always wait for perfect market conditions. Maybe you don’t have to either.



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You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.

05/27/2026

The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.



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Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

05/26/2026

Looking for a home with real character and history?

The John Frank & Bertha Fray Dicken House at 102 E 5th St in Molalla is a beautifully preserved 1927 Tudor/English Cottage–style home, designed by Raymond Hatch (who also designed the 1926 Molalla High School). From decorative half‑timbering and arched window openings to its English‑inspired garden, this home feels like a storybook cottage right in town.

For more than 60 years, it was home to Frank and Bertha Dicken—descendants of Molalla’s pioneer families and longtime owners of Dicken & Co., the “Store of Quality and Service” that helped Molalla weather the Great Depression and rebuild after the 1944 fire. Today, this historic home has been lovingly cared for and is ready to welcome its next owners.
📍 102 E 5th St, Molalla, OR
🔗 See photos, features, and price: www.ericvermillion.com/property/65-767691567-102-e-5th-st-molalla-OR-97038

Welcome into a piece of Molalla’s history with the ...