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A LOOK AT HOME PRICE APPRECIATION THROUGH 2025
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ome prices have increased significantly over the last year, which in turn has grown the net worth of homeowners. Appreciation and home equity are directly linked – as the value of a home increases, so does a homeowner’s equity. And with these recent gains, homeowners are witnessing their financial stability and wellbeing grow to record levels. In more good news for homeowners, the most recent Home Price Expectations Survey – a survey of a national panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts, and investment and market strategists – forecasts home prices will continue appreciating over the next five years, adding to the record amount of equity homeowners have already gained over the past year. Below are the expected year-over-year rates of home price appreciation from the report:
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR HOMEOWNERS?
Home prices are climbing today, and the data in the survey indicates they’ll continue to increase, but at rates that approach a more normal pace. Even still, the amount of household wealth a homeowner stands to earn going forward is substantial. This truly becomes clear when we consider a scenario using a median-priced home purchased in January of 2021 and the projected rate of appreciation on that home over the next five years. As the graph below illustrates, a homeowner could increase their net worth by a significant amount – over $93,000 dollars by 2026.
HOME PRICE APPRECIATION AND HOME EQUITY
CoreLogic recently released their quarterly Homeowner Equity Insights Report, which tracks the year-overyear increases in equity. It shows an average annual gain of $33,400 per borrower over the past 12 months. In the report, Dr. Frank Nothaft, Chief Economist for CoreLogic, further explains: “Double-digit home price growth in the past year has bolstered home equity to a record amount. The national CoreLogic Home Price Index recorded an 11.4% rise in the year through March 2021, leading to a $216,000 increase in the average amount of equity held by homeowners with a mortgage.” The expected, sustained growth of home prices means homeowners can continue to build on the past year’s record levels of home equity – and their financial prosperity. It also presents today’s homeowners with a unique opportunity: using their growing equity for a home upgrade. With so few homes available to purchase and strong buyer demand, there may not be a
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No mass manufacturer move, to make themIt come 0), Thethe Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964), Santa made to be on film.” The 6-inch-tall Rudolph and 11-inchof toys, especially in the 1960s, made things like that. It was (1974), Claus is Comin’ to Town (1970), The tall Santa were made of wood, wire, cloth, and leather, with made to be on film.” The 6-inch-tall Rudolph and 11-inchRudolph’s Shiny New aYear (1976), Year Without Santa Claus (1974), Rudolph’s nose lighting up and Santa’s beard made from yak tall Santa were made of wood, wire, cloth, and leather, with ristmasThe in July While First(1979). Christmas (1975), Rudolph’s Shiny New Year (1976), hair. Sometime in the 70s, the puppets came to Barbara Adams, Rudolph’s nose lighting up and Santa’s beard made from yak artwarming movies and continue to Christmas in July (1979). While and Rudolph Frosty’s a secretary at Rankin / Bass. She used the figurines to decorate hair. Sometime in the 70s, the puppets came to Barbara Adams, y holiday far season. from being new, these heartwarming movies continue to her Christmas tree, and let her nieces and nephews play with a secretary at Rankin / Bass. She used the figurines to decorate charm new generations every holiday season. First known as Videocraft them like toys. her Christmas tree, and let her nieces and nephews play with International, Ltd., the First known as Videocraft them like toys. Later, most of the Ltd., figurines company was founded International, the ended up tragically melting in a hot attic, presumably Barbara’s. Her nephew brought the figurines survivors,ended up tragically melting in a hot Later, most of the by Arthur Rankin, Jr. company was founded Santa Rudolph, to Jr. the Antiquesattic, Roadshow, whereBarbara’s. they presumably Her nephew brought the survivors, and Jules Bass in New by and Arthur Rankin, were valued at $8,000 to $10,000. A toy collector, Keith Kriess, Santa and Rudolph, to the Antiques Roadshow, where they York City in 1960. Most and Jules Bass in New purchased the puppets for an undisclosed amount, but much were valued at $8,000 to $10,000. A toy collector, Keith Kriess, of the Rankin / Bass York City in 1960. Most more than that appraisal. He then spent $4,000 to have them purchased the puppets for an undisclosed amount, but much animations, including of the Rankin / Bass meticulously restored. Before that, more Rudolph his nose,He then spent $4,000 to have them thanhad thatlost appraisal. animations, including n movies, were produced in meticulously restored. Before that, Rudolph had lost his nose, and Santa was missing half his yak-hair mustache. Santa and their “Animagic” movies, were produced in f the studio’s animation stop-motion was and Santa was missing half his yak-hair mustache. Santa and Rudolph were successfully restored, according to Peter Lutrario, Japan. In fact, most of the studio’s animation was panies Tokyo, like MOM Production, Rudolph were successfully restored, according to Peter Lutrario, who purchased them from Keith for an undisclosed amount. In outsourced to Topcraft. Japanese companies like MOM Production, hi Productions, and who purchased them fromwho Keith for an undisclosed amount. In 2020, Peterand sold them to an anonymous auction bidder, Eiken, Toei Animation, Productions, Topcraft. first American film studios Mushilate late 2020, Peter sold them to an anonymous auction bidder, who won them for a whopping $368,000! Rankin / Bass one of the first American film studios mated television and was movies won them for a whopping $368,000! to outsource low-budget animated television and movies . Throughout the 1960s, Although the current whereabouts of the figurines are unknown, to foreign animation studios. Throughout the 1960s, pearheaded by stop-motion Although the and current of the figurines are unknown, we can be sure that Rudolph and Santa are alive wellwhereabouts in the Animagic movies were spearheaded by stop-motion ga at MOM Production. we can be sure thattelevision Rudolph and Santa are alive and well in their Rankin/Bass stop-motion movies, emblazoning animator Tadahito Mochinaga at MOM Production. their Rankin/Bass stop-motion movies, emblazoning television screens each December all across the world. Magical and cessful for many years thanks to screens each December all across the world. Magical and heartwarming to this day, these Christmas films pioneered als which aired/ for Rankin BassAmerican remained successful for many years thanks to to this specials, forever heartwarming changed the world of day, these Christmas films pioneered pany produced a special for specialsholiday their animated holiday which television aired for American television specials, forever changed the world of animation, continue our imagination and hearts. eral Electric: a stop-motion television. In 1964, the company producedand a special for to captureholiday animation, and continue to capture our imagination and hearts. NBC 1939 and sponsored by General Electric: a stop-motion ert L. May’s story “Rudolph animated hich featured theadaptation 1949 songof Robert L. May’s 1939 story “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer,” which featured the 1949 song d-Nosed Reindeer,” written it inspired, “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” written nny Marks. With American byand May’s brother-in-law, nowman narrator, with an Johnny Marks. With American actor Burl Ives as self, Rudolph became oneSam of the Snowman and narrator, with an original score by Marks himself, Rudolph became one of t-running Christmas specials the until most 1972 popular and with NBC when it longest-running Christmas specials in television history, airing with NBC until 1972 when it
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
CURVES AND JENNY CRAIG ALOHA
Strengthening Inside and Out
It was a devastating blow but she survived, and one of the key factors, according to her doctors, was her excellent fitness. That encouraged her more than ever to keep at it! But that wasn’t the end of the story. One year later, she discovered she had a brain tumor and had to go through the entire process (surgery, radiation therapy, etc.) all over again. And again, her fitness, along with a little luck, great doctors, and support from her husband and friends, were credited for her amazing recovery.
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And where did she receive the majority of that support? Curves! She had already been a member for several years and was a huge proponent of the program. But it was the chance meeting of another member, Jessica, a woman who has since become one of the best friends she’s ever had, that gave her the extra drive she needed. In fact, the whole community of women at Curves came together to support her during her darkest hours, and it was an experience she’ll never forget. In a lot of ways, she attributes their support, along with that of her husband, to her making it through.
By Dennis McNabb, Active Media Contributing Writer Photos by Bill Kistler t the Curves in Aloha, all of your fitness and nutrition goals can be under one roof!
We’re all familiar with the brands, but what we may not be aware of is that Curves has been the leading women’s gym now for over 30 years! They’ve done that by approaching fitness from a far more inclusive perspective: designing classes and equipment which allow individuals to workout at their own levels of fitness and ability, while still gently pushing each member to reach their personal goals. We’ve all been to the “regular” health clubs, surrounded by gym rats snorting and sweating all over the place, disdainfully eyeballing anyone who’s not pushing themselves to the brink of passing out. And while that works for some, there are many of us who find that environment uncomfortable, intimidating, or at its worst, discouraging. That’s not what you want from your gym! Let’s be honest: Working out is difficult enough on its own. It hurts. It’s time consuming. It’s expensive. And if you can’t relate to any of the people you’re doing it with, more often than not you’re going to find yourself “working out” on the couch in front of the TV. At Curves, you’ll find a community of like-minded individuals who are far more interested in attaining their fitness goals, instead of impressing onlookers with their bulging muscles or their cute new outfits. And all of their programs are designed around a 30 minute circuit. You’re getting a full body workout; strength, flexibility, and cardio, in just 30 minutes! So no more spending all afternoon there! Owners of the Curves / Jenny Craig in Aloha, Sandra and Brian Audiss, are quite the team. Not only are they two of the nicest people you’ll ever meet, but their story is an inspirational one. Sandra has always been interested in fitness, and over the years kept a strict regimen. Running her own daycare for 25 years, she understood that fitness provided a balance necessary to stay on her feet. She had never been sick a day in her life...until she suddenly found herself faced with breast cancer.
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So when the opportunity arose for her to purchase the club here in Aloha, she jumped at the chance! Unfortunately, a few months later COVID-19 happened and shut down her new business. One could look at Sandra’s life over these past years with the glass halfempty...or the glass half-full. Meeting Sandra, you can immediately sense that she is a glass half-full person. Thankfully, businesses are back open now and classes are running, but it’s been a slow start. For all of us out there who have participated in the COVID-15 program (that’s a joke!—for anyone who has gained weight during COVID), now is the time to join Curves! Their circuit program is incredible! Again, a full body workout in just 30 minutes! Each machine works in conjunction with members’ “smart tags” to track their progress, adjust tension on the hydraulics, and act as a personal coach to help push them to reach their goals. On-site trainers also assist with technique and keeping the circuit moving. And it’s not just for women! They also have coed hours between 2-4! They have one whole piece of equipment designed for stretching! If you’ve had an injury, this is the perfect place to come for rehabilitation and building your strength back up. And since fitness is only part of the equation, Sandra is also a Jenny Craig representative. Right next door to Curves, Sandra has a private office where she can consult with you about your nutritional goals as well. Jenny Craig, as a food system, is based on our Circadian Rhythms and is one of the best diet programs out there. Curves is not a gym, it’s a way of life. Jenny Craig is not a diet, it’s a lifestyle choice. In combination, and with Sandra’s coaching, this is the place where you can become your best self! Call Sandra today at (503) 356-5454 and get started! Curves / Jenny Craig Aloha is located at 20229 SW Tualatin Valley Hwy in Beaverton.
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Apollo Drain & Rooter — A Story of Family Story & Photos Provided By Apollo Drain & Rooter Service
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ith nothing more than an old used van, a dream and a desire to do great work, a young and eager Scott Bird and his bride Jody began a journey.
If someone were to ask Scott if he was raised on a farm, he could emphatically reply, “Yes!” He grew up in Mattawa, Washington where he worked with his dad, three brothers and three sisters. When he was 21, he went to his cousin’s wedding reception. There, catching his eye from the reception line was his future wife, Jody. Their world grew closer since it was Jody’s sister marrying one of Scott’s cousins. Scott attended Utah Technical College for two years and graduated with a degree in Heating & Air Conditioning. The trade which he would then work in back home in Mattawa. Being back home gave Scott the opportunity to reconnect with Jody and they married in June of 1983. After about a year of working in the Heating and Air Industry, Scott and Jody decided to return to his family farm. Scott worked with his dad on the farm
during the day and drove a semi-truck at night hauling hay cubes to Seattle. Jody went to work for an insurance company in Othello, Washington. Jody’s sister and a couple of Scott’s cousins had started a drain cleaning company in Tri-Cities, Spokane and Salem, Oregon. It was going so well that they talked Scott and Jody into leaving the farm and start their own drain cleaning business in Portland, Oregon. The Apollo journey: Scott was told by the bank that they didn’t think he was a “good investment.” They were so wrong. After procuring a bank loan, they were able to start a business of their own. Apollo Drain & Rooter was on its way! Their tagline, “Big enough to do the job, but small enough to care” would carry them through many years of hard and difficult work. Using their own apartment as their headquarters and Jody navigating with the large and cumbersome Thomas Guide Map Book, they offered a flat rate of only $26.50, no matter how long it took or how challenging the job was. Over the years of juggling work, marriage and parenthood, the Birds eventually grew to become a family of 5 with 3 energetic boys! In 1985 Scott and Jody were blessed with their first baby boy, Brandon. Brandon was continuously by Jody’s side as she answered phones, scheduled jobs and handled the paperwork. In 1988 he was followed by little brother Ryan, and in 1990 their son Derek completed their family and the nest was full. With discipline, hard work and a good sense of humor, the young family survived many ups and downs. Tough economic times challenged their survival in the industry, but they kept going. No matter what challenges they faced, they did so with strength and integrity, always willing to help out fellow members of the community.
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As the Bird boys grew into men, they fully immersed themselves into the family business, which has become one of the fastest growing, full-service plumbing companies in Oregon and Washington. The company of two people has grown to over 50 employees! In 2014 the family became the first in this area to invest in the latest technology of plumbing called Cured In Place Pipe (CIPP). It is their dedication to a growing industry that instilled in them the desire to share this with an area where it is so desperately needed. CIPP, a trenchless lateral drain line repair, is the perfect answer to the root intrusion problem that is so prevalent in the Pacific Northwest. Old pipes are not getting any younger and degradation is a serious problem. Luckily, Apollo is a leader in the installation of LMK’s CIPP technology.
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HOLIDAY WINES
Essential Wines
For Your Holiday Table
By Robert Matsumura, Active Media Contributing Writer
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ave you ever stood in the wine aisle of your local grocers during the holidays, baffled as to the appropriate wine for meals featuring poultry, beef, pork, or seafood—not to mention the array of appetizers and side dishes? Our guide below will help simplify this process with six wines flexible enough to compliment your holiday cuisines from autumn through winter.
Sauvignon Blanc
Also referred to as “Sancerre” in France, this medium-light bodied white wine is a winner. It features a crisp, herbal profile perfect for turkey, goose, chicken, or seafood.
Pinot Noir
With its bright acidity and versatile nature, Pinot Noir is one of the best choices for the holidays. It excels across the board with poultry, pork, and hearty beef dishes. The Pacific Northwest and California offer many solid choices with fruit-forward characteristics sure to please even the most discriminating palates.
Zinfandel
A more full-bodied white, Chardonnay is an excellent partner to fish or roast poultry. Likewise, Chardonnay pairs beautifully with beef, should you have guests who prefer to drink only white. In this case, opt for an oak-forward Chardonnay, as it will enhance the robust flavors of the beef.
Red Zinfandel has long been considered a great Thanksgiving wine for its ability to compliment turkey while also blending well with cranberry sauce and other sides. Its fruit-forward profile, along with notes of cinnamon, clove, and vanilla evoke the holiday season. Zinfandel also performs admirably with beef and pork, should your holiday dinner include a roast or baked ham.
Viognier
Cabernet Sauvignon
Chardonnay
Not as well-known as other whites, Viognier is a fantastic partner to roast turkey and other poultry dishes. Rounded in body with undertones of honey and spice, some of the best Viognier comes from the Rhone region of France, as well as Australia and South Africa. Like Chardonnay, Viognier can also play well with beef.
Cabernet Sauvignon, the “King of Reds,” is the ultimate pairing for beef. Cabernet’s dark, full-bodied character, often reminiscent of currants and black cherry, enhances the hearty flavors of such entrees as prime rib or crown roast.
Syrah/Shiraz
Another fabulous red wine to pair with beef is Syrah (known as Shiraz in Australia). This luscious red bursts with complex flavors from pepper to cherry, smoky to floral. Syrah, made in France’s Rhone Valley, is generally known more for its elegance and complexity, while Shiraz is bolder and more fruit-driven. If beef is on the menu, you can’t go wrong with Syrah.
Which Wine to Bring to a Party?
Let’s say you’ve been invited to a holiday event and wish to bring a bottle of wine, but you’re uncertain of the menu. The safest choices might be Pinot Noir or Chardonnay. Both wines have versatility across a broad spectrum of entrees, and will be welcome additions to the holiday table. All of these featured wines are readily available at your local markets, where helpful staff can assist you in determining the best selections and values for your particular budget. 14 To Advertise With Us, Call 503.825.2111
HOLIDAY CHEESES
Cheese For The Holidays A Quick & Easy Guide To A Savory Cheese Board By Robert Matsumura, Active Media Contributing Writer
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s the holidays roll around, entertaining family and friends takes center stage. For many of us the holiday cheese board is a star player in the food festivities, yet with the plethora of choices available at local markets, assembling it can prove a bit daunting.
Basic Strategy
For presentation purposes, select cheeses of different colors, shapes, and sizes. When calculating the amount of cheese to purchase, three ounces per guest is a solid guideline. Thus, if you’re serving three types of cheese and entertaining 12 guests, you should buy at least 12 ounces of each type. If other appetizers will be served, the amount of cheese can be reduced to two ounces. In general, three varieties of cheese—a hard, a semi-hard, and a soft—will provide ample variety for most events.
Hard Cheeses Aged Gouda
This Dutch cheese is always a strong player on any cheese board. If you prefer a sharper, nuttier flavor with those delicious salty bits, opt for a Gouda aged at least 10 months. Many of the premier Goudas will be aged up to 18 months or more. Top brands include Beemster, Parrano, and Rembrandt.
Manchego
A full-bodied cheese made from sheep’s milk, this Spanish cheese from the La Mancha region is creamy yet nutty with toasty nuances. Aged Manchego has a wonderful granular texture much like aged Gouda, and will be a superb compliment to fruit or meats such as prosciutto, salami, and capicola.
Cheddar
A good aged cheddar is always a welcome member of any cheese board. American, English, and Irish cheddars are all fantastic choices, providing slightly different characteristics. In general, the longer a cheddar is aged the sharper the flavor. Tillamook, Kerrygold, and Cabot are all fine choices.
Semi-hard Cheeses Fontina
Originally from Italy, this versatile cheese features a sweet and pungent character nuanced with tones of butter and roasted nuts. It is rich and creamy with an intensity of flavor that increases with age. Sartori, Stella, and Boar’s Head are all excellent brands.
Comté
One of the most popular French cheeses, this creamy, mild cheese is a pleasing addition to any cheese board as it blends well with bolder flavored meats and preserves while adding a luxurious undertone. Jura Flore, Fort Rousses, and St. Antoine are all quality brands.
Soft Cheeses Brie
Soft and creamy, with a musky complexion, this French cheese is spreadable and delicious slathered on bread or crackers. Try it warmed and melted. Excellent brands are President, La Bonne Vie, or Dietz and Watson. Marin French is a quality domestic brand.
Camembert
Another soft spreadable cheese that hails from the Normandy region of France is Camembert. Not quite as creamy as Brie, it is less pungent, and pale yellow in color. Often celebrated as the most popular cheese of France. For festive additions consider cranberry cheeses such as Wensleydale or Celebrity. Crave truffles? Explore the many truffled cheeses on the market such as truffled Brie and Gouda. Hillsboro Community Advantage Magazine 15
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