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Employee Spotlight: Amy Hoyer |
Please welcome Amy Hoyer, Escrow Officer at Cowlitz County Title. Amy successfully works with REALTORS, lenders, buyers and sellers to close transactions accurately and on time. Amy has over 18 years in the financial services field, most recently at Key Bank. She has many years’ experience in lending, including purchases, refi’s and closing. Amy believes that hard work pays off, and she has a passion for helping people.
Amy has local roots, growing up in Cowlitz County, and graduating from Kelso High School. Amy enjoys camping and spending time with her family, her three cats, and her dog, Luna. Amy’s favorite local restaurants are The Country Folks Deli, The Office, and Ichi 12 Teriyaki. Amy’s favorite places to vacation are Canada and Disneyland. For your next escrow needs, contact amy@cowlitztitle.com or 360-423-5330.
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1 cup flour
1 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1 cup grated cheese (choose your favorite pepper jack or cheddar).
1 cup milk
1/4 cup oil
1 egg
Place an 8” pan with 1 Tbsp oil in a 425-degree oven and prepare the cornbread mixture.
In a large bowl, stir dry ingredients together, and mix in the cheese.
In a separate bowl, mix egg, oil, and milk.
Fold wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just moistened; do not over mix.
Pour cornbread mixture into hot pan, and bake at 425 degrees for 20 minutes.
Enjoy with your favorite chili.
Recipe by Ruby.
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5 Ways Real Estate Agents Can Differentiate Themselves |
The real estate industry is an extremely competitive one, especially in this last year when the market has been so hot and business practices have been so challenging. The turbulent market of 2020 forced many agents to adapt their habits and practices to new conditions and to find new innovative ways to differentiate themselves. Click here for a look at 5 ways that agents can stay on top of their competition and manage the current post-COVID real estate market. |
The Effects of Real Estate Investment on Housing Supply |
Real estate investors are snapping up single-family properties in an already competitive market, an often frustrating trend for everyday home buyers who are forced to go toe-to-toe with professional buyers. Unfortunately, for the average house hunter, investors nearly always have the upper hand in these situations. However, a recent report from economists at Realtor.com shows that, in some markets, rather than exacerbating the inventory shortage, investors are actually helping to replenish the number of homes for sale. Click here to read more about how real estate investment is affecting housing supply.
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Keeping Your Home Cool During a Hot Summer |
Autumn isn't far away, but this summer has seen several heat waves make their way across the country, and it seems inevitable that more may be on the horizon before the season is over. It can be a struggle to keep your home cool during the hot summer months, not to mention that running the air conditioning all day takes a heavy toll on the electric bills. Check out this article for some helpful tips on cooling your home down during these hot weeks of summer. |
Outdoor Features That Will Help You Sell Your Home |
Outdoor features are more popular than ever, thanks in part to the increased amount of time we've spent at home in the past year and a half. Having a backyard filled with appealing amenities, from a fully equipped outdoor kitchen to a well-thought-out irrigation system, has become a true asset when it comes to marketing your home and boosting the price when it comes time to sell. Click here to learn which outdoor features will help you to sell your home fast. |
Capitalize on Your Peak Earning Years, Now! |
Your peak earning potential as a real estate professional is RIGHT NOW, so there's never been a better time to capitalize on this opportunity. Current market conditions are predicted to continue for at least the next 18 months. There has arguably never been more favorable conditions for an agent to earn, so now is the time to "get while the gettin's good". Check out this article for a look at how you can evaluate your business practices, take advantage of the current market and capitalize on your peak earning years now! |
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