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Queer Keys: Unlocking Homeownership in Portland

Queer Keys: Unlocking Homeownership in Portland

著者： Alexandra Starrett
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 Buying a home should feel empowering, not overwhelming — especially for Portland’s LGBTQ+ community. Queer Keys is your guide to navigating the homebuying journey with clarity, confidence, and care. Hosted by Alexandra Starrett (she/her), a licensed real estate broker in Oregon and Washington with Keller Williams Sunset Corridor, each episode breaks down the process into simple steps — from getting pre-approved, to touring homes, to making an offer that stands out. With a focus on inclusivity and transparency, Alexandra shares practical advice, local insights, and resources that help you makeAlexandra Starrett
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  • Episode 8: Queer Buyer Protections: Fair Housing Laws, Avoiding Discrimination, and Knowing Your Rights

    Episode 8: Queer Buyer Protections: Fair Housing Laws, Avoiding Discrimination, and Knowing Your Rights
    2025/11/08
    Interested in moving to Portland Metro, North Oregon Coast, or Southwest Washington? Schedule a call with Alexandra Starrett (She/Her) on ⁠Calendly⁠.Follow ⁠@StarrettRealtyGroup⁠ on Instagram. Need an affirming Agent, Lender, Title Rep, etc.? DM me on Instagram and I will recommend or find and interview folks for you; everyone deserved to feel supported in this process, every step of the way.Check out ⁠https://www.starrettrealtygroup.com/⁠ for events, info, and more.Buying a home as a queer person can feel intimidating; but you have legal protections, ethical backing, and community support on your side. In this episode, Alexandra Starrett (she/her), REALTOR® and host of Queer Keys, breaks down what every LGBTQ+ homebuyer should know about fair housing laws, professional ethics, and your rights when discrimination occurs.• The Fair Housing Act and how HUD’s 2021 clarification officially protects sexual orientation and gender identity under “sex discrimination.”• Oregon and Washington’s state-level protections, which add safeguards for gender expression, marital status, and domestic partnership.• The NAR Code of Ethics that every REALTOR® must follow, including Article 10 which explicitly prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.• How to recognize subtle bias, such as steering, appraisal undervaluation, or selective lending practices.• What to do if you experience discrimination and how to report it effectively.• How OPEN (Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non-monogamy) is working to expand protections for family and relationship structure, with new policies expected in Oregon in 2026.Not all forms of discrimination are illegal yet, but advocacy is closing the gap. Understanding your rights today helps protect you and strengthens equality for the next generation of buyers.Federal Fair Housing Information:👉 HUD Fair Housing & Equal OpportunityState-Level Protections:🏳️‍🌈 Fair Housing Council of Oregon🌲 Washington State Human Rights CommissionREALTOR® Ethics and Advocacy:📘 NAR Code of Ethics and Standards of PracticeAdvocacy for Family and Relationship Structure:💜 Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non-Monogamy (OPEN)Document what happened, including names, dates, and written communication.Contact your state Fair Housing agency or file a federal complaint with HUD.If it involves a REALTOR®, file an Ethics Complaint with your local REALTOR® association.Complaints are free to file, confidential, and essential to protecting fair housing for everyone.Owning a home is about more than property; it is about safety, belonging, and stability. If you or someone you know is struggling with identity-based stress or discrimination:🧡 The Trevor Project — 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth through chat, text, or phone.☎️ 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or crisis.You are not alone. You deserve safe housing, fair treatment, and peace of mind.🏠 StarrettRealtyGroup.com📸 Instagram: @StarrettRealtyGroupIf you are buying in Oregon or Washington and want an affirming REALTOR® who understands both the legal landscape and the lived experience of our community, Alexandra is ready to help you find your keys with confidence.Inclusive service. Ethical guidance. Lasting impact.🎧 Listen, learn, and share Queer Keys; every door deserves to open.💡 What You’ll Learn⚖️ Key Resources🏡 What To Do If Discrimination Happens🌈 Support and Safety Resources✨ Connect with Alexandra
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    5 分
  • Episode 7: Closing Day: What Really Happens and How to Prepare

    Episode 7: Closing Day: What Really Happens and How to Prepare
    2025/10/30

    Interested in moving to Portland Metro, North Oregon Coast, or Southwest Washington? Schedule a call with Alexandra Starrett (She/Her) on Calendly.

    Follow @StarrettRealtyGroup on Instagram

    Check out https://www.starrettrealtygroup.com/ for events, info, and more.

    You’ve survived inspections, negotiated repairs, and now it’s time for the finish line: Closing Day. But what really happens between the inspection report and getting the keys? In this episode of Queer Keys: Unlocking Homeownership in Portland, REALTOR® Alexandra Starrett explains what goes on behind the scenes during the final stretch, from underwriting and final loan approval to reviewing your Closing Disclosure, wiring your funds safely, and signing a small mountain of paperwork.

    You’ll learn what to expect from your title company, what title insurance actually covers, which IDs you need to bring, and how to avoid common last-minute hiccups. Alexandra even shares her own signing-day story where she kept forgetting her middle initial halfway through the stack, and why picking one signature and sticking with it really matters.

    Whether you’re days away from your own closing or just starting to dream about homeownership, this episode pulls back the curtain on the final steps that turn an offer into ownership and explains why recording is the real finish line.
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    7 分
  • Episode 6: The Inspection & Appraisal: What to Expect and How to Advocate

    Episode 6: The Inspection & Appraisal: What to Expect and How to Advocate
    2025/10/24

    Interested in moving to Portland Metro, North Oregon Coast, or Southwest Washington? Schedule a call with Alexandra Starrett (She/Her) on ⁠Calendly⁠.

    Follow ⁠@StarrettRealtyGroup⁠ on Instagram

    Check out ⁠https://www.starrettrealtygroup.com/⁠ for events, info, and more.

    Your offer has been accepted, and now it is time to make sure your dream home is as solid as it looks. In this episode, Alexandra walks you through what really happens during the inspection and appraisal process and how to stay calm, informed, and strategic along the way.

    You will learn:
    • What a standard home inspection includes (and what it does not)
    • Why sewer scopes and radon tests are essential in the Pacific Northwest
    • When to call in specialists such as structural engineers, roofers, or septic inspectors
    • How to handle old heating oil tanks and the changing environmental rules
    • The pros and cons of asking for repairs, credits, or price reductions
    • What to expect from your appraisal and how to respond if it comes in low

    By the end, you will know how to interpret the reports, prioritize what matters, and advocate for yourself with confidence.

    🎧 Listen now and get one step closer to your keys.
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    8 分
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