Tom Ford, Realtor

10/23/2026

Taking a trip to Belize? Check out these travel tips.

Planning a trip to Belize? You’re in the right place! Welcome to your detailed, customizable Belize travel itinerary! This Belize travel itinerary, as is, is perfect for a 10 day trip. However, you can easily adjust it for a shorter trip to Belize by leaving out a few stops. It’s completely cust...

10/20/2026

Wild scenery combines mountains forests and ocean views in one place

Covering over 1 million acres, Olympic National Park has the most diverse landscape out of the national parks in Washington. It has mountains, rainforests, and beaches, offering something for everyone. This guide will review everything you need to know to create an incredible Olympic National Park I

10/16/2026

Decorative ceiling details can elevate a bedroom’s appeal. makes an impression.

From purely aesthetic DIYs to more structural renovations, these are the top projects experts say can increase your home's overall value.

10/13/2026

Take a look at these beautiful flooring trends.

Discover the key flooring trends for 2026, focusing on warm neutrals, matte textures, and patterns like herringbone and wide planks to bring style and comfort to your space.

10/09/2026

Engineered delivers the classic warmth of natural wood with better moisture stability.

New flooring does more than refresh your home’s look—it can significantly impact your property’s market value. In Florida’s competitive real estate market, the right flooring choices can mean the difference between a quick sale and a stagnant listing. Alpine Contracting is a well-known speci...

10/07/2026

🏡 What exactly is escrow?

It's one of the most important parts of the home buying and selling process, yet many people aren't sure what it means.

Simply put, escrow helps protect everyone involved by securely holding funds and documents until all terms of the sale have been completed.

Have questions about buying or selling in Portland, Hayden Island, North Portland, or anywhere in the metro area? I'd be happy to help.

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10/06/2026

How does an updated garage door elevate your home’s ? Find out here.

In this comprehensive Garage Door Makeover guide, we’ll cover budget-friendly updates for your garage door ideas you can tackle yourself.

10/02/2026

Everything you need to know about escrow refunds.

An escrow refund is the money you receive when you have extra funds in your escrow account. Learn how escrow refunds work.

09/29/2026

Follow these simple strategies to enhance your home’s .

Growing flowers in a window box garden is just one way to add color to the front of your home. Read on for more clever curb appeal landscaping tips.

09/25/2026

How can you protect yourself after a data breach? Find out here.

Discover the causes and implications of data breaches, explore real-world examples, and learn how companies can safeguard sensitive information against cyber threats.