Is 2026 the perfect time to invest in Portland real estate? In this market update, Chris Shepard breaks down the latest trends, interest rates, pricing shifts, and what investors need to know right now. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: Why today’s market resembles the 2008 cycle—but with key differences The real impact of high interest rates on sales activity Hidden effects of inflation on property values and returns Why this is currently a buyer’s market 3 possible