Tag Archives: moving to Lake Oswego

5 Things a Good Realtor Should Be Telling You That You May Not Want to Hear

Posted on October 4, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

As in all walks of life, there are times when being a Realtor calls for having the “hard talk.” To be honest, that “hard talk” has sometimes cost me a sale. Whether I’m being honest with a potential client about … Continue reading →

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Celebrate National Do Something Nice Day

Posted on September 27, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

Monday, October 5 is National Do Something Nice Day. It sounds like the perfect prescription for a country mired in divisive political battles on so many levels. Besides being good for someone else, and good for the collective mental health … Continue reading →

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Tips for How to Win a Bidding War When Buying a House in Lake Oswego

Posted on September 20, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

With the current inventory, low mortgage rates and a heightened appreciation for the place we call home, bidding wars are becoming more common here in Lake Oswego. I’ve represented clients in a couple just within the last two weeks. What … Continue reading →

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10 Things You Need to Know About Lake Oswego Easements

Posted on August 23, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

My real estate clients are always delighted to hear that you don’t have to live on Oswego Lake to enjoy it. So are my readers. My blog on “How You Can Enjoy Lake Oswego Without Buying a Waterfront Home” that … Continue reading →

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How Covid-19 Has Reshaped the Walkability of Lake Oswego

Posted on August 9, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

Pre-Covid, I averaged 7,000 steps a day and many of them were acquired inside a gym. These days I’m racking upwards of 12,000 a day and the bulk of them occur outside on the streets of Lake Oswego. I live … Continue reading →

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Housing Value Lures Buyers to Lake Oswego During COVID-19

Posted on August 2, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

Wherever I go, people ask, “How’s the real estate market?” That was always the case pre-COVID; it’s especially true now during COVID. With the pandemic taking swings at many sectors of the economy, people wonder, “What’s it doing to the … Continue reading →

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Lake Oswego Scavenger Hunt

Posted on July 19, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

The longer the pandemic continues, the more creative we have to get. Especially if you have kids, this long stretch of staying-at-home can become challenging. Here’s a Lake Oswego scavenger hunt to the rescue. We live in a beautiful town … Continue reading →

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Lake Oswego Housing Market COVID-19 July Update

Posted on July 12, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

It’s hard to predict where the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic will hit hardest. Some areas, like the airlines, are obvious targets. But others, like the housing market, are hard to measure. Right now, the Portland metro and Lake … Continue reading →

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Why Contemporary Homes Are Popular Choices Among Lake Oswego Homebuyers

Posted on July 5, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

Are you a dark roast or a light roast coffee drinker? Do you wear a swoosh on your shoes or three stripes? We all have our individual preferences when it comes to what we eat, what we wear, what we … Continue reading →

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A Salute to Lake Oswego’s 4th of July Traditions

Posted on June 28, 2020 by lovelakeoswego

There is a long list of things I’ll be missing during the summer of COVID-19 but high on top of my list is Lake Oswego’s traditional 4th of July festivities. From the Lions pancake breakfast in George Rogers Park to … Continue reading →

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