Building a Home in Eugene

Building a home is a major undertaking and we are familiar with what is involved. This weeks Podcast discussion (10 minutes in length) includes Dave Koester, owner and Principal Broker at Eugene's Alternative, and guest Jen Carrol of Peoples Natural Construction.

Green Building

Learn more about green building and certification. This informative Podcast is narrated by Dave Koester, owner and Principal Broker at Eugene's Alternative, and guest Jen Carrol of Peoples Natural Construction.

The Role of a Mortgage Broker

The expected function of a mortgage broker concerning a real estate transaction. This discussion is directed by Dave Koester of Eugene's Alternative and includes guest speaker Ron Johnston, senior loan adviser at American Home Funding.

The Role of an Appraisal

Understanding the role of an appraisal when completing a real estate transaction. This topic is covered by Dave Koester of Eugene's Alternative and guest speaker Ron Johnston, senior loan adviser at American Home Funding.

Property Taxes in Eugene

Discover what a home buyer should know about property taxes in Eugene. This informative Podcast is narrated by Dave Koester, owner and Principal Broker at Eugene's Alternative, and guest Emily Chelgren of American Home Funding.

Meet Your Neighbors During the Inspection Period

A discussion concerning why we believe you should meet your neighbors during the inspection period. Moderated by Bobby Stevens, Realtor, and Dave Koester, owner and Principal Broker at Eugene's Alternative.

Locking the Interest Rate for Your Mortgage

What is an interest rate lock and why you may want to lock-in your rate before you purchase. Moderated by Dave Koester, owner and Principal Broker at Eugene's Alternative, and guest speaker Ron Johnston, senior loan adviser at American Home Funding.

First Time Home Buyers

Learn about making your first step on the escalator of property ownership. This is very enjoyable for us since it's typically where people achieve their first set of wealth. This Podcast includes information for first timers and what they need to be aware of right-off-the-bat. This discussion is served-up by Dave Koester, owner and Principal Broker at Eugene's Alternative, and Emily Chelgren of American Home Funding.