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About lovelakeoswego

I feel pretty lucky—I live where I work and I love where I live. As an added bonus, I get to work with my daughter, Riley. As Realtors in Lake Oswego, we get to share that enthusiasm with clients every day. Through this blog, with the help of my freelance writer wife, Genita, we’d like to share that enthusiasm with you. The quality of life you’ll find in Lake Oswego belies its size—there is so much to experience here from a fireworks show over the lake on the 4th of July to the Festival of the Arts--one of the premier arts events in the region. So please check in each week for another reason why we love Lake Oswego and who knows—maybe you’ll fall in love too! If you’re interested in experiencing Lake Oswego personally, please feel free to contact us either on Kevin's cell at (503) 939-9801, Riley's cell at (971) 322.6205, via email at kevin.costello@cascadehasson.com or riley.costello@cascadehasson.com or check our website by clicking the link in the "Contact me" section in the right-hand column. I would love to show you around.

What to Do With Your Stuff After Spring Cleaning Your Home in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on April 17, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

Spring is in the air which means that if you’re like the majority of Americans, you will do some form of spring cleaning. This annual tradition, in which 69% of recently surveyed Americans partake in, has its benefits. Another Harris … Continue reading →

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Why Rising Interest Rates Could Be Good News For Lake Oswego Homebuyers

Posted on April 10, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

This may sound counterintuitive, but many real estate experts are saying that rising mortgage rates may actually be GOOD NEWS for homebuyers. Why? Less competition. Right now, potential buyers are still scrambling trying to lock in rates before they go … Continue reading →

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Here’s How to Celebrate Arbor Month in Lake Oswego

Posted on April 3, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

One of the first things visitors to Lake Oswego comment on is our tree canopy. It’s a feature we take pride in and this month, it’s a feature we celebrate. In honor of Lake Oswego’s Arbor Month, the city has … Continue reading →

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The Thing We Love Most About April in Lake Oswego: Lake Oswego Reads

Posted on March 27, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

Once again, the Lake Oswego Reads program has selected a book, How Much of These Hills Is Gold by C Pam Zhang, that invites participants to not only read and learn something but also to feel something too. As one … Continue reading →

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Spring Break Scavenger Hunt in Lake Oswego

Posted on March 20, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

Planning a staycation this Spring Break with your kids in Lake Oswego? I’ve been there, done that, and know coming up with ideas can be challenging. So, let me pay it forward. Load your kids up in the car and … Continue reading →

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10 Things About Lake Oswego That Make Me Smile

Posted on March 13, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

Village Baskets going up. To me, this is a harbinger of summer in Lake Oswego which, as you’ll probably be able to tell from this list, is my favorite season here. But it also is a testament to the generosity … Continue reading →

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Tips for Getting Your Home Ready to Sell in Lake Oswego

Posted on March 6, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

Spring has traditionally been the kickoff to the home selling season, but coming off a year when there didn’t seem to be an off-season, those old rules may no longer apply. What does apply, however, is that if you are … Continue reading →

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10 Things We Love In and Around Lake Oswego in March 

Posted on February 27, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

SHE SAID THAT. In honor of Women’s History Month, the Lake Oswego Library is challenging kids to match ground-breaking women’s quotes with their images displayed on a whiteboard in the children’s library. New women and quotes will be featured each … Continue reading →

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Lake Oswego Housing Market Forecast

Posted on February 20, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

“The structure of our market is really strong.” Those were the takeaway words from Noah Blanton, President Oregon Direct with WFG Title Company in a recent presentation to Hasson Company Realtors. What is he basing that opinion on? He’s looking … Continue reading →

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Register Early for Spring Break Camps in Lake Oswego

Posted on February 13, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

With COVID rules and conditions a moving target, many of Lake Oswego’s traditional Spring Break camp venues have been waiting as long as they can before posting schedules. Add to that the fact that both the Lake Oswego Golf Course … Continue reading →

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