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How to Squeeze More Summer Fun Into Your End-of-Summer Plans in Lake Oswego

The days of summer are numbered but there is still fun to be had in Lake Oswego. Here are a few ways to make summer lovin’ last: LAKE OSWEGO SWIM PARK. The city-operated swim park open to all Lake Oswego … Continue reading

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Seeing Lake Oswego Through Visitors’ Eyes

When it comes to Lake Oswego, seeing is believing. Our son recently got married in our backyard, bringing many out-of-towners to Lake Oswego, several for the first time. It was over the 4th of July weekend so the weather was … Continue reading

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Low Inventory Continues to Fuel Seller’s Market in Lake Oswego for Well-Priced Homes in Good Condition

Higher interest rates would have you believe that it’s a buyer’s market out there. But low inventory, particularly in the under $2.75M price range, means that well-priced homes in good condition are in demand. Who are these buyers? Just within … Continue reading

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Why a good buyer’s agent will sometimes talk you OUT of buying a home

Over the last two months, my daughter and I have talked several of our buyers OUT of buying houses, instead of buying them. Is that what a buyer’s agent is supposed to do? If he or she has the buyer’s … Continue reading

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July (and August) in Lake Oswego: That’s Entertainment!

Summer nights are one of Lake Oswego’s greatest selling points as I spell out in a previous blog. With warm weather, longer days and no bugs to annoy us, Lake Oswegans are looking for things to do. Once again, the … Continue reading

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Counting the Ways We Love Lake Oswego in July

JULY 4TH FESTIVITIES. Read last week’s post to get the lowdown about everything (and it’s a lot!) happening in Lake Oswego to celebrate this national holiday. CAMP LOPL WORKSHOPS. The library goes outdoors and it spells fun while learning for … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Packs a Lot of Fun into 4th of July Celebrations

I think if there were a Guinness World Record for most 4th of July events per capita in a town, Lake Oswego would win. If you look at the lineup, I think you’ll agree. SKI & WAKEBOARD EXTRAVAGANZA. Head over … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Housing Market Update

Real estate activity was up in Lake Oswego by almost 25% compared to last month with 51 homes selling as opposed to 41. The median and list prices were down slightly from the month before; however, the sale-to-list price held … Continue reading

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Things We Love About Lake Oswego in May

If Walls Could Talk: How to Research the History of Your Home. Family trees aren’t the only family history we can research. Turns out the homes we live in have a history too and local researcher Char Green will take … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Housing Market Update

Rumor has it that more houses will be coming on the market in Lake Oswego and the Portland metro area in May. Time will tell if the rumor mill is correct. I know we have some sellers who are waiting … Continue reading

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