The Jacqueline Smith Show

If you're hunting for your next home or investment property, you've probably spent hours refreshing Zillow and Redfin, hoping the right deal shows up. By the time a property hits the MLS, everyone can see it, and the best opportunities are already spoken for. In this video, we explain why the strongest deals come from relationships rather than listings, and how the right agent finds them for you before they ever reach the open market. Watch our video to see how working with a proactive agent changes what's possible for you.

If you've been wondering what's happening in the Southwest Washington real estate market, we'll give you a clear, honest read. Inventory is rising, and buyers have more options and negotiating power than they've had in a while, but for homeowners, values are holding steady. In our latest video, we explain the three things every home that sells right now has in common, and why competition from new construction is the biggest factor sellers are up against. Watch our video to see where the market stands and how to position your home to succeed.

The sun is finally out in the Pacific Northwest, and if you're from Washington, you know we have to soak it up while it lasts. We wanted to share three of our favorite summer spots in and around Clark County, the places we head to after work and on the weekends. From a beautiful forested lake in Camas to a waterfront restaurant on the Columbia to the spot that's completely transformed Vancouver, these are the places we keep coming back to all summer. Watch our video and tell us your favorites.

If the last time you bought or sold a home was more than a couple of years ago, some things have changed, and if you only caught the 2024 commission headlines and moved on, you probably have half the story. Back then, buyers were panicking about paying their agent out of pocket and sellers were excited about saving thousands, but then everyone kind of stopped following along. In this video, we walk you through what has actually shifted with buyer's agent commissions over the last two years, what didn't change at all, and what every Portland and Washington buyer or seller needs to know before their next move. Watch our video for the full picture so you're not making decisions off the headline version.

One of the most common questions we get is what projects are actually worth doing before selling your home. Most homeowners assume the bigger the upgrade, the bigger the return, but the numbers tell a completely different story. In this video, we break down which upgrades are giving homeowners the best return right now and the one mistake that costs sellers more than almost anything else. Watch our video to see where your money actually goes the furthest.

Have you ever received an offer on your home that was so low it felt like a slap in the face? It happens more often than you'd think, and the way you respond can make or break the deal. In this video, we share a few tips that have helped our clients turn lowball offers into deals that actually came together. Watch our video before you make your next move.

You've found your dream home. The only problem? You haven't sold your current one yet, and the last thing you want is two mortgages or nowhere to live. In this video, we walk through five real strategies for buying before you sell, from home sale contingencies and bridge loans to newer programs that let you make a cash-like offer on your next home while you manage the sale of your current one. We also share the honest trade-offs of each option because not every strategy fits every situation. Watch our video to see which approach might work best for you.

Are you thinking about tapping into your Portland Washington home equity but are not sure where to start? With credit card debt at record highs, many homeowners are looking for smarter ways to reduce interest and improve cash flow. In this video, we break down two of the most common options: HELOCs and cash-out refinancing. You’ll learn how each works, when they make sense, and what to watch out for. Click below to see which strategy could be right for you.

Are you waiting for a massive drop in home prices in Portland or Washington? It feels like prices should be falling given how high mortgage rates have been lately. Today, we’ll be sharing the latest data to show you what is actually happening with home values. You’ll learn why a 1% growth rate is the new "normal" and why a crash isn't appearing in the data. Check out our video for the full breakdown.

Can you buy a home before your lease expires? The short answer is yes, but only if you understand your options. Too many renters either rush the process or wait too long, missing out on the right property. In this video, I’ll break down how seller credits, smart timing, and early planning can protect your finances. Don’t renew your lease until you watch this.