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Breaking down the cost of living in Portland
How much does it cost to live in the City of Roses compared to other cities and the US national average? Let’s crunch some numbers.
August 20, 2024 01:17 AM
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Culture
Entry prices for Portland attractions: opening day vs. today
Inflation is no fun, but these five Portland attractions have grown their number of offerings as their admission fees increased.
April 17, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Finance
Prepare and file your taxes for free in Portland
You may not have to spend a dime on the way to getting your tax refund.
March 14, 2024
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Ben McBee
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Predicting Portland real estate trends for 2024
Interest rates are set to fall, but what will prices do? Hear from one local expert.
January 12, 2024
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Ben McBee
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Finance
How to keep your car costs down in Portland
Average yearly car costs hit a new high in 2022 — here’s how to invest smartly.
March 27, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
Filing your taxes in Portland, OR
Get started on filing your 2023 tax return.
February 21, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Portland
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 23, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
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2023 predictions for Portland real estate
Real estate experts explain what Portland home buyers should know and predict whether we’ll see prices continue to rise in 2023.
December 22, 2022
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This is not a trick: New Central Eastside murals are a treat ahead of Halloween
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LAIKA will help Portland State University develop new animation program
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