Central Oregon Unscripted

If you think you know Bend, think again. In this episode, Jamie and Sarah ditch the real estate talk and give you their insider's guide to Central Oregon — from the booming brewery scene (yes, there are a lot of IPAs) to the local spots you might be walking right past. From a rooftop speakeasy with Cascade views and a quirky boutique in an unlikely location, to Bend's stunning new east side library and the best staycation spots in Sisters — this one's for anyone who loves this area or is thinking about making it home. Consider it your unofficial welcome to Central Oregon.

Bend is growing, but at what cost? In this episode, Jamie and her co-host tackle the big questions shaping Central Oregon's future: Is the boom still real, or are locals getting priced out? What is the California migration actually doing to the market? And can the roads, infrastructure, and housing supply keep up with all this growth? From the rise of Redmond and Prineville to new fire-safe building codes, tourism's economic impact, and the homeless housing conversation, this episode paints an honest picture of where Central Oregon is headed, and what it means for anyone thinking about buying, selling, or simply putting down roots here.

With a median home price of $688K in Bend, a lot of people are wondering if buying here is even possible anymore. In this episode, Jamie and her co-host get real about what it actually costs to buy in Central Oregon right now, how much income you need to qualify, and the creative strategies buyers are using to make it work, from seller credits to gift funds to looking beyond Bend. Plus, they share their own personal home buying journeys and make the case for why, even in today's market, now might still be the right time to buy.

Thinking about buying or selling a home but not sure what actually happens step by step? In this episode, Jamie breaks down the full real estate process from both sides of the transaction — from finding a home and making an offer, to negotiations, inspections, appraisals, and finally closing day. She also tackles one of the biggest questions buyers have right now: who actually pays the agent? If you want to know what to expect before you sign anything, this episode is your roadmap.

Ever wonder what's really going on behind the scenes when you're buying a home? In this episode, your host Sarah Saraceno of Guild Mortgage pulls back the curtain on the mortgage process, breaking down exactly what a lender does, what to expect at every step, and how to avoid costly surprises. If you're thinking about buying, this is the episode that will make the whole thing finally make sense.

Meet your two Central Oregon guides: Jamie, a local real estate agent, and her co-host, Sarah, a lender with Guild Mortgage, as they kick off a podcast built for anyone curious about living, buying, or investing in one of Oregon's most sought-after markets. In this first episode, they pull back the curtain on who they are, how they got here, and why they're passionate about cutting through the noise in today's real estate landscape. Expect real talk, local insight, and zero corporate fluff.