Bend Oregon Real Estate Podcast

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A deep dive into residential Real Estate in Bend and Central Oregon featuring frequent market updates, tips and information for buyer's and sellers, interviews with community leaders and local news and information.

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July 1, 2026Episode 239 min

Should You Buy a Home in the Summer of 2026? | 4 Key Variables Every Buyer Should Know

Should You Buy a Home in the Summer of 2026? With mortgage rates remaining elevated and the real estate market continuing to shift, many buyers are asking the same question: Is now the right time to buy, or should I wait? In this episode of the Bend Oregon Real Estate Podcast , Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher break down the four key variables every buyer should consider before making a decision: 🏡 Current Home Pricing 📈 Inventory Levels 💰 Interest Rates 📊 Overall Market Conditions Using current market data and over 48 years of combined real estate experience, Rob and Katrina explain how each of these factors is influencing today's market in Bend and throughout Central Oregon. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, relocating to the area, or simply wondering what the rest of 2026 may hold, this episode will help you make a more informed real estate decision. If you have questions about buying or selling a home in Bend or Central Oregon, we'd love to hear from you. Topics Covered: Is now a good time to buy? Are home prices rising or stabilizing? How much inventory is available? Are buyers gaining negotiating power? Thanks for listening to the Bend Oregon Real Estate Podcast! Rob Eggers Principal Broker | Duke Warner Realty Powered by ERA 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 Rob@bendhomeguide.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011/episodes/19214076 Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number: 201586

May 21, 2026Episode 125 min

Bend Oregon Housing Market Update – May 2026 What buyers and Sellers Need to Know

The Bend Oregon Real Estate Podcast is back! In this episode, longtime Bend Realtors Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher dive into the 2026 spring real estate market across Bend and Central Oregon. With a combined 48 years of residential real estate experience, Rob and Katrina break down current home sales trends, inventory levels, pricing activity, buyer and seller behavior, and what they’re seeing firsthand in today’s market. They also share recent Bend housing statistics, discuss what’s changing compared to previous years, and give their predictions for the upcoming summer market. Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, relocating to Central Oregon, or just want a better understanding of where the market is headed, this episode offers practical local insight from two experienced Realtors who have helped hundreds of clients navigate the Bend real estate market since 2002. Topics Covered: • Bend Oregon spring housing market update • Bend Oregon home pricing and inventory trends • Buyer and seller activity in Central Oregon • What today’s interest rates are doing to the market • Summer 2026 real estate predictions for Bend Oregon • Advice for buyers and sellers entering the market now Rob Eggers Principal Broker ~ Duke Warner Realty Powered by ERA 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 Rob@bendhomeguide.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011/episodes/19214076 Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number: 201586

April 20, 2024Episode 247 min

SHOCKING NAR Lawsuit! How it effects, BUYERS, SELLERS, TRANSACTIONS and Real Estate Agents.

The National Association of Realtors recently announced a settlement agreement that could change the real estate industry forever, and greatly impact how homes are purchased and sold in the United States. Expert realtors Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher of Duke Warner Realty sit down to discuss how this proposed agreement could impact buyers, sellers, transactions and real estate agents and the wide sweeping effects this agreement could have. #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #BendHomes #ForSale #BendOregonRealEstate #InBend #Central Oregon #DukeWarner #BendLife Contact Info: Rob Eggers Principal Broker Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number: 201586

March 3, 2024Episode 229 min

2024 Predictions for the Bend Oregon Real Estate Market. Find out what we think the market is going to do this year!

It's the start of another year and Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher sit down to answer the question that's on everyone's mind, which is, what's going to happen in the Bend Oregon Real Estate Market this year? We look at the following for 2024: Inventory levels, Interest rates, Number of home sales and real estate Pricing. #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #InBend #BendHomes #BendLife #BendOregonRealEstate #ForSale #CentralOregon #DukeWarner Rob Eggers Principal Broker Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number: 201586

January 31, 2024Episode 125 min

Real Estate in 2023.... what the heck was that? A look back and a look ahead to 2024.

Bend real estate experts Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher of Duke Warner Realty look back at what happened in the real estate market in 2023 and what it may tell us about the market in 2024. #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #BendHomes #ForSale #BendOregonRealEstate #InBend #Central Oregon #DukeWarner #BendLife Contact Info: Rob Eggers Principal Broker Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Oe8wGSq0wjLSPGc2ZzLUm?si=4dacc63e30c5413d Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number - 201586

September 29, 2023Episode 829 min

Is the Bend Oregon Real Estate market mentally ill?? Find out where our market stands right now.

In this episode of the Bend Oregon Real estate podcast, expert realtors Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher of Duke Warner Realty sit down and discuss the end of summer recap and the perplexing nature of the current Bend Real Estate market. Interest rates are also discussed as they hit a new high not seen in over 20 years! #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #BendHomes #ForSale #BendOregonRealEstate #InBend #Central Oregon #DukeWarner #BendLife Contact Info: Rob Eggers Principal Broker Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Oe8wGSq0wjLSPGc2ZzLUm?si=4dacc63e30c5413d Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number - 201586

May 21, 2023Episode 738 min

Is NOW the Time to Buy Real Estate?? Loan Officer Explains why NOW is The Time To Buy! Even with High Interest Rates!

In this episode of the Bend Oregon Real Estate Podcast, Principal Broker Rob Eggers with Duke Warner Realty sits down with loan officer Brandon Roberts with Nations Lending as Brandon explains why he strongly believes that now is the time to buy real estate, even with interest rates being between 6% and 7%. Brandon also explains exactly how much a change in rate will cost a buyer on a monthly basis. #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #BendHomes #ForSale #BendOregonRealEstate #InBend #Central Oregon #DukeWarner #BendLife Contact Info: Rob Eggers Principal Broker Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Oe8wGSq0wjLSPGc2ZzLUm?si=4dacc63e30c5413d Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number - 201586

April 29, 2023Episode 632 min

WATCH OUT!! Escrow Officer Explains How Scammers and Hackers Are Trying To Steal Your Real Estate Money!

This week Rob Eggers is joined by special guest, Sabrina Norton of First American Title Company here in Bend. Sabrina is not only a top escrow officer in Central Oregon, but she also teaches a class called "Wire Fraud in Real Estate Transactions" and she offers lots of great information on how scammers and hackers attempt to steal your real estate down payment, your earnest money deposit, and your real estate proceeds when you sell a home. Please be aware of the risks and don't miss this informative episode! #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #BendHomes #ForSale #BendOregonRealEstate #InBend #Central Oregon #DukeWarner #BendLife Contact Info: Rob Eggers Principal Broker Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Oe8wGSq0wjLSPGc2ZzLUm?si=4dacc63e30c5413d Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number - 201586

March 12, 2023Episode 535 min

Zillow Zestimate VS. Professional Realtor CMA. Which is more accurate, and which is better for you?

In this episode of the Bend Oregon Real Estate Podcast, veteran realtors Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher of Duke Warner Realty break down the criteria Zillow uses for their online home valuation called Zestimates, and they compare and explain how the Zestimate differs from a professional Realtor CMA, or Competitive Market Analysis. Find out what they say and determine which is the best fit for you, and your property. #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #BendHomes #ForSale #BendOregonRealEstate #InBend #Central Oregon #DukeWarner #BendLife Rob Eggers Principal Broker, Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number - 201586

February 20, 2023Episode 429 min

Should you buy a home in Bend Oregon in 2023? Also, tips and advice from the experts on what time of year is best to buy and sell!

Are you in the market for a new home but not sure if you should buy in 2023 in Bend Oregon and Central Oregon? Expert Realtors Rob Eggers and Katrina Swisher from Duke Warner Realty give their opinions and offer some advice to both home buyers and home sellers. Chime in and let us know your thoughts as well! We are aware of a few minor audio issues in this episode and are working to correct those. Thanks for your patience as we grow through this process! #BendOregon #BendRealEstate #BendHomes #ForSale #BendOregonRealEstate #InBend #Central Oregon #DukeWarner #BendLife Rob Eggers Principal Broker Duke Warner Realty 1033 NW Newport Ave Bend, OR 97703 541-815-9780 bendrealestatepod@gmail.com https://www.buzzsprout.com/2105011 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Oe8wGSq0wjLSPGc2ZzLUm?si=4dacc63e30c5413d Helpful Links: https://dukewarner.com https://www.visitbend.com https://www.bendoregon.gov https://visitcentraloregon.com https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/or/bend https://ktvz.com Artlist Music License Number - 201586