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We’re Ruth and Frank Howard, known locally as Your Howard Team, and we help homeowners across the Willamette Valley make smart, confident real estate moves — especially when they’re downsizing, preparing for retirement, or selling a parent’s home.
For many of our clients, the decision to move comes during a major life transition. It can feel emotional, overwhelming, or simply unfamiliar. Our job is to make that process easier, clearer, and more manageable from the very first conversation.
Before becoming real estate brokers, we spent decades working in fields that directly support the work we do today — marketing, home staging, senior community development, property management, small business ownership, landscaping, and building maintenance. That background isn’t just a résumé line. It’s day-to-day value we bring to every client: practical guidance, trusted vendor connections, and an eye for what truly helps a home sell.
We’re Oregon natives who’ve spent our lives in the communities we serve — from Canby and Oregon City to Woodburn, Hubbard, Wilsonville, Salem, and Keizer. That local understanding helps our clients navigate pricing, market trends, and neighborhood nuances with confidence.
Most of all, we care about doing what’s right for you. Whether you’re selling a long-time home, moving closer to family, or planning for the next stage of life, you’ll always get honest guidance, clear communication, and support that continues long after closing.
If you have questions, need tailored advice, or simply want a local snapshot of what the market is doing, reach out anytime — no pressure, just real insights.
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