Happy Thanksgiving From WhirLocal!
This year (and every year) we are thankful for YOU!
Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at WhirLocal.
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How to Support Local During the Holidays
It’s nearly Thanksgiving, which for many people means gathering together with family or friends, giving thanks, and sharing a meal. Thanksgiving also means Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday are just around the corner. This weekend of sales is a great way to further show thanks and appreciation …
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Meet Betsy Vega | owner and balloon artist extraordinaire with Rose City Balloons
Betsy Vega
We had the good fortune of connecting with Betsy Vega with Rose City Balloons at a recent event in Salem. We've shared our conversation below.
When did you start your business and where are you located?
I founded Rose City Balloons in 2015. My shop is at 45th Parallel located at 2195 Hyacinth S…
Ways to Support Local Artists and the Arts
Do you love art and want to support the local art scene in your neighborhood? If your answer is a resounding “YES!” we have five ideas to help you do just that.
Attend Local Art Shows or Pop-up Art Gallery Exhibits
A great way to support the local art scene is by attending art shows or art gallery exhibits i…
6 Cool Summer Activities for Kids
Summertime is a time for fun in the sun. But when the temperatures rise, it can be tough to think of ways to keep your kids entertained (and keep them cool). We've got you covered. Here are 6 water-based summer activities for kids that will help keep them cool and entertained all summer long.
1. Water Balloon Fight…
4 Tools to Help You Organize Daily Tasks
Sometimes it can be difficult to hit the ground running and get all of your tasks done each day. Whether for work or personal tasks, there are many tools and systems that exist to help you organize your time and get the task done on time. Here are four popular tools that you might want to consider using.
Daily …
Windermere Pacific West Properties – Chris Stewart
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Mortgage Rates are predicted to continue to rise. This impacts your purchasing power. I have heard people saying “I’ll wait until home prices come down.” Don’t confuse a slowing in rate of appreciation and actual depreciation. The only depreciation we’ve had was during the Great Recession.…
3 Reasons to Donate To Your Local Thrift Store
Spring cleaning season is among us, which means it's time to figure out what to do with your unwanted items. Instead of letting your items pile up in storage or be thrown away, you should consider donating them to a local thrift store. If your items are desirable and still in good condition, there are many benefits to…
4 Ways You Can Support the Art Scene in Your Area
Do you love art and want to support the local art scene in your neighborhood? If your answer is a resounding "YES!" we have four ideas to help you do just that.
Attend Local Art Shows or Pop-up Art Gallery Exhibits
A great way to support the local art scene is by attending art shows or art gallery exhibits in yo…
3 Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Have you seen the leaves changing? Fall is just around the corner, and with it comes cooler weather, the return of school for some, and fun seasonal activities. Looking for family-friendly fall activities to do this season? Look no further! Here are a few of our favorite ideas.
1. Visit a Pumpkin Patch
Going to …
5 Educational Summer Activities to Ease Kids "Back to School"
Back to school season may be coming right around the corner, but summer break isn't over yet! To ease your kids back into school mode, we came up with a list of five educational summer activities you can squeeze into your schedule before your child returns to the classroom.
1. Summer Reading Club or Reading Challen…
3 Ways to Repurpose a Child's Old Clothes
Your child is constantly growing and needing new clothes almost every year, but don't be too quick to toss their old clothes. While one great idea is to donate the clothes to your local thrift store or clothing drive, you can also repurpose a few things with one of these three creative methods.
1. Turn Old T-Shirts…
3 Things to Consider When Planning Your Next Vacation
Planning your vacation can be an exciting experience when you keep a few important details in mind. Here are three important things to consider before you make your travel arrangements.
Trip Duration
The duration of your trip is the first thing you'll need to determine before you begin to plan your itinerary. Ho…
Top Tax Season Tips and When to Call a Professional
The IRS advises to file your taxes early if possible. This helps to avoid last-minute stress that could increase the chances of making a mistake or missing the deadline altogether. Incomplete, wrong, or late tax-related information on the required forms may result in steep fines, delays in processing, and could possib…
Top 3 Reasons to Work With a Real Estate Agent
With new advances in technology, many industries are changing—including real estate. Even with all of these brand-new technologies, however, there are still reasons you should work with a real estate agent if you're trying to find a home.It might seem like it’s easy to do your own home search. There are many real …
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Sue Wack, Mortgage Lender at Umpqua Bank
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Thinking of applying for a home loan? Important tips to keep in mind.
Join host, Pam Fahndrich and her guest, Sue Wack, Home Loan Officer with Umpqua Bank located in downtown Salem, as they discuss important tips to keep in mind when getting ready to apply for a home loan. Presented by Third River Marketing.
Courtney Harris, HomeSmart Realty Group
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