Windermere Real Estate North Eugene Office – Open!

Eugene, OR – October 1, 2014 – Windermere Real Estate, the largest regional real estate company in the Western U.S., announced today that Windermere Real Estate/Lane County will host a grand opening celebration on October 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. at its new Eugene office, which is located at 3011 North Delta, Suite 103.

Community members are invited to join the festivities, which will include live music and light fare and beverages from Windermere. In block‐party style, the celebration will include some of Windermere’s new North Eugene neighbors, with chips and salsa provided by El Kora and beer provided by The Steel Pail.

At the grand opening, Windermere will kick off the company’s annual coat and blanket drive. The company is collecting new and gently used coats and blankets, which will later be distributed by Whiteaker Community Dinners to those in need.

With the addition of the North Eugene office, which officially opens for business today, October 1, Windermere now has three offices in Eugene and a total of five in Lane County.

“We are very excited for the opportunity to continue our growth and expand into North Eugene,” said Matt Powell, co‐owner of Windermere Real Estate/Lane County. “The expansion will allow for more services and availability for our clients, agents and the communities we serve.”

About Windermere Real Estate:

Windermere Real Estate is ranked the largest regional real estate company in the Western U.S. with over 300 offices and 7,000 agents serving communities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Mexico, and soon Colorado. The Windermere Real Estate/Lane County affiliate is co‐owned by Matt Powell, Tanya Powell and Elliott Wood.

Matt and Tanya, once known as `Team Powell` purchased Windermere Real Estate/Lane County in April 2003. Elliott Wood joined the ownership team in July 2013. Previously Wood held ownership in a Real Estate company in the Seattle, Washington area. As owners their overall focus is the company, brokers and staff. They enjoy a hands-on and long term committed role as local active owners.

Windermere Real Estate/Lane County (the Company) has deep historical roots. Founded in 1974 by Jean Tate. Jean Tate Real Estate became part of the Windermere franchise in 1998.

The Windermere family has a proud heritage of serving our neighbors via the Windermere Foundation which funds services for low‐income and homeless families. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, the Windermere Foundation has contributed more than 26 million dollars towards improving lives in the communities where we live and work. For more information, visit www.windermere.com.