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Lake Oswego Real Estate Stats for Week of May 14, 2012
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SOURCE: ALTOS RESEARCH AND TICOR TITLE
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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I posted the latest RMLS™ Market Action Report April 2012 on my Facebook page – ALL ABOUT…..Portland.Oregon.Real Estate blog page. It is usually posted there before I post it here on this blog or at my ALL ABOUT…..Portland.Oregon.Real Estate blog.
Here are the stats specifically related to the Lake Oswego/West Linn real estate markets for March and April 2012.
Lake Oswego Real Estate RMLS Market Action Report April 2012
My summary of this latest RMLS™ Market action report on the Portland real estate market can be viewed at my ALL ABOUT…..Portland.Oregon.Real Estate blog, in the meantime, here’s the link to the complete RMLS™ Market Action Report April 2012 covering all the Portland metro real estate markets.
For previous months’ reports, you can view the RMLS™ Market Action Reports by clicking the category “Lake Oswego Real Estate Stats – RMLS™ Market Action Report” on the side bar of this blog.
Send me an email at bettyjung.rebroker (at) gmail.com and I can send you the information.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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Ballots for countywide elections may be deposited at any of the following locations during regular business hours for each election cycle. For less-than-countywide elections, not all drop sites are utilized; in such cases, only “active” drop sites will be displayed on this page.
Ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on May 15, 2012. It is too late to mail in your ballot and can be dropped off at the official drop boxes below.
Even if the library or city hall is open later, ballots must be deposited at an indoor drop site by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Outdoor drop boxes are available 24 hours a day; they will be locked at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.
Remember, ballots returned to drop sites do not require postage. If you have any questions, please call the Elections Division at 503.655.8510.
Lake Oswego Real Estate Ballot Drop Sites Clackamas County Election 2012
Outdoor ballot drop boxes are available 24 hours every day, but will be locked at8:00 pm on Election Day.
| Damascus City Hall 19920 S.E. Highway 212, Damascus Phone: 503.658.8545 |
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Election Day 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Estacada Library 825 NW Wade, Estacada Phone: 503.630.8273 |
Mon & Wed 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tue & Thu 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Fri 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sat & Sun 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Gladstone Library 135 E. Dartmouth St., Gladstone Phone: 503.656.2411 |
Mon – Thu 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fri, Sat 11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sun CLOSED |
| Happy Valley City Hall 16000 SE Misty Dr., Happy Valley Phone: 503.783.3800 |
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Election Day – Open until 8:00 p.m. |
| Hoodland Library 68256 E. Hwy 26, Welches Phone: 503.622.3460 |
Mon – Wed 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Thu – Sat 10:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sun CLOSED |
| Lake Oswego Library 706 4th St., Lake Oswego Phone: 503.636.7628 |
Mon – Thu 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Fri, Sat 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Ledding Library of Milwaukie 10660 S.E. 21st Ave., Milwaukie Phone: 503.786.7580 |
Mon – Thu 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Fri, Sat 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Molalla Library 201 E. 5th St., Molalla Phone: 503.829.2593 |
Mon – Thu 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fri, Sat 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sun CLOSED |
| Oak Lodge Library 16201 S.E. McLoughlin Blvd., Oak Grove Phone: 503.655.8543 |
Mon 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Tue – Thu 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fri, Sat 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Sandy Library 38980 Proctor Blvd., Sandy Phone: 503.668.5537 |
Mon – Fri 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sat 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sun 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Election Day – Open until 8:00 p.m. |
| Sunnyside Library 13793 SE Sieben Park Way, Clackamas Phone: 503.794.3883 |
Mon 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Tue – Thu 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fri, Sat 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| West Linn Library 1595 Burns St., West Linn Phone: 503.656.7853 |
Mon – Wed 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Thu, Fri 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sat, Sun 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Wilsonville Library 8200 S.W. Wilsonville Rd., Wilsonville Phone: 503.682.2744 |
Mon – Thu 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fri, Sat 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Clackamas County Elections 1710 Red Soils Ct., Ste. 100, Oregon City Phone: 503.655.8510 |
Mon – Fri 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Election Day 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Ballot drop box in front of building is available 24 hours every day. |
Still time to take your ballot to an official drop box above.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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Most of Rivergrove is an unincorporated area in Clackamas County and lies adjacent to the Tualatin 
River, and sits close to highway I-5. A part of Rivergrove also sits in Washington County. For years, I’ve been told that the City of Lake Oswego wants to annex Rivergrove into its City limits. Funding currently, from what I understand, is not available to accomplish that.
Rivergrove came into existence January 27, 1971. There is no clear visual marking showing where Rivergrove starts. You would need to know the area to determine where Rivergrove actually is.
Over the last few years it has become a desirable location because of its wooded setting and large residential lots. Older homes are getting demolished to make way for newer houses. Most homes were built between the late 1950s and early 1970s, although there are some that were built as early as 1910.
Many of the homes in Rivergrove still are on septic systems. As some of those systems fail, homeowners individually request annexation into the city of Lake Oswego and access to its sewer system, creating an uneven city boundary. With sewer lines being only gradually plumbed, development of new homes isn’t easy in the Rosewood area
However, there has been a rebound in Rivergrove. There are new houses being built in the area and are priced between $550,000 and $700,000. Condos and townhouses are in limited supply but there are some new projects on the drawing board or in transition.
Lake Oswego Real Estate Rivergrove Neighborhood Profile With Stats
I live and work in Lake Oswego, and know the neighborhoods. Give me a call at 503-804-9685 and I can get you the information.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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Lake Oswego events are getting in full swing and it’s almost time for the opening day of the Farmers’ Market here in Lake Oswego. Along with all the wonderful fruits, veggies, etc. that will be purchased there will also fun and music to enjoy.
Opening day for the Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market is May 19 and runs through October 13, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Millennium Plaza Park.
The concerts are from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
May 19 – Southern Nights
May 26 – Sky In The Road
June 2 – Lake Oswego School District Foundation
June 9 – Sally Harmon and Frank Gruener
June 16 – Zimba
June 23 – Chayag Andean Music
June 30 – Back Road Boogie
July 7 – Donna Lynn
July 14 – Michael Van Kleef
July 21 – The Water Tower Bucket Boys
July 28 – Brent Rogers and Karen Johnson-Miller
August 4 – Sucker Creek Jazz Band
August 11 – Back Alley String Band
August 18 – Naomi LaViolette
August 25 – Bellisimonde
September 1 – Dick Saunders and Shira
September 8 – Organic String Beings
September 15 – Sambafeat
September 22 – Puro Arto Flamenco
September 29 – Booligh Jam
October 6 – Dana Fontaine Trio
October 13 – Millennium Brass Band
Don’t forget, doggie care is a complimentary service at Evergreen Street, adjacent to the farmers’ market.
Check your dog in at the registration table to enjoy water, shade, attention and special care!
I live and work in Lake Oswego and know all the neighborhoods. Have a question about a particular Lake Oswego neighborhood? Give me a call at 503-804-9685.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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I had been posting the Lake Oswego homes that sold on another page but decided to consolidate the entire month and make it easier to view.
LAKE OSWEGO MARKET REPORT – SOLD
Lake Oswego Real Estate Sold Report April 2012 – properties in Lake Oswego, OREGON zip codes 97034 and 97035.
Week 1 April 1-8, 2012
Week 2 April 9-15, 2012
Week 3 April 16-22, 2012
Week 4 + Last Day Of April – April 23-30, 2012
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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Lake Oswego Real Estate Lake Oswego Events Month Of MayFirst Tuesday Music Series: John Ferrel and Cal Scott perform original songs while playing acoustic guitars and mandolin. 7-8:30 p.m. Tue, May 1. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free;www.ci.oswego.or.us/library or 503-636-7628
Oswego Heritage Council First Wednesday presents: Heritage”May 2. 7 to 8 p.m. Dr. Stephen Dow Beckham will present an audio/visual presentation on “Doorways to Oregon History: Oregon’s Architectural Heritage Council.
Microsoft Word 2007: Learn the basics. All ages. Registration required. Weekly 10-11:30 a.m. Tue, May 1-15. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $22-$33 series;www.lo-clc.org or 503-635-3758gels”: Wade Willis directs the play set in 1940s Hollywood and featuring a hard-boiled detective, an alluring socialite and a bad girl who collide in a musical “reel” world mixed with reality. Registration recommended. 7:30 p.m. Thu-Sat, May 4-June 9; 7 p.m. Sun, May 6-20; plus 2 p.m. Sun, May 13-June 10 (except May 27). Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State St., Lake Oswego; $25-$28; www.lakewood-center.org or 503-635-3901
Beginning Windows: Learn the basics. All ages. Registration required. Weekly 12:30-2 P.M. Tue and Thu, May 1-17. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $40-$60 series; www.lo-clc.org or 503-635-3758
Introduction to Facebook: Learn how to navigate the world of social networking. All ages. Registration required. 2:30-4 p.m. Tue, May 1 and 8. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $16-$24 series; www.lo-clc.org or 503-635-3758
Bob Ross Oil Painting: Artist Judy Stubb teaches the easy step by step class that takes beginners to seasoned painters from a blank canvas to a finished masterpiece. New theme featured in each workshop. Registration required. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thu, May 3. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $50, includes supplies; www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549
Writing Group: Writers, ages 13-17, should come prepared to write, share and experience the art and craft of writing in the hands-on workshop. Facilitated by Young Willamette Writers coordinator Corey Stixrud. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thu, May 3. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth St., Lake Oswego; free; 503-697-6580
Parent-child Art Club: Class designed to provide ages 1-4, with support of parents, opportunities to engage in the process of discovering their creativity using paint, markers, clay, oil pastels and watercolor. Registration required. Weekly 9:30-10:15 a.m. Fri, May 4-25. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; $65-$75 series per family; www.ci.oswego.or.us or 503-635-3758
Northwest Micro Producers With Tim Shimmel: Casual tasting with six-eight wines including appetizers. 4:30-8 p.m. Fri, May 4. World Class Wines, 269 A. Ave., Lake Oswego; $10, with optional $5 bonus pours; www.worldclasswinesoregon.com or 503 974 9841
Walk in the Park: Park Academy, a nonprofit group serving students with dyslexia and other language-learning challenges, holds a 5K walk. Barbecue, prize drawing and live music follow the walk. Proceeds benefit the Scholarship Program. Registration begins 9 a.m. Sat, May 5; walk 10 a.m. Park Academy, 17600 Pacific Highway, Marylhurst; $10; http://walk.parkacademy.org or 503-697-6213
Hanging Baskets: Create a replica of the baskets hanging on Lake Oswego streets in your home’s color theme. Registration required. 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Sat, May 5. Luscher Farm, 125 Rosemont Road, West Linn; $33-$38 per class, includes supplies and maintenance and instructions. www.lakeoswegoparks.org or Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation, 503-675-2549
Veggie Gardening 101: Topics covered include soil, fertilizer, plant selection, planting to maximize space, and maintenance of your backyard veggie garden. Registration required. 11 a.m. Sat, May 5. Dennis’ Seven Dees Garden Center, 1090 McVey Ave., Lake Oswego; free;http://tinyurl.com/83ugk76 or 503-636-4660
“City of Angels”: Wade Willis directs the play set in 1940s Hollywood and featuring a hard-boiled detective, an alluring socialite and a bad girl who collide in a musical “reel” world mixed with reality. Registration recommended. 7:30 p.m. Thu-Sat, May 4-June 9; 7 p.m. Sun, May 6-20; plus 2 p.m. Sun, May 13-June 10 (except May 27). *. Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State St., Lake Oswego; $25-$28;www.lakewood-center.org or 503-635-3901
First Addition/Forest Hills Neighborhood Association: Meeting begins with a social mixer featuring live music, refreshments and representatives from the Community Supported Agriculture program at Luscher Farm and the Tryon Creek Backyard Habitat programs; followed by officer and committee elections and the results of the association’s opinion survey. In Oak Room. 6:30-8 p.m. Fri, May 4. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; free
Women Who Made History: Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month, Mother’s Day and the Centennial of Women’s Suffrage in Oregon during an author event showcasing five local women and the histories they have recorded. Enjoy coffee and conversation with Marylou Colver (author of “Lake Oswego Vignettes”), Claire Kellogg (“The Diary of Will Pomeroy”), Alicia Yokoyama (“In Their Own Words”), Jude Graham (“Cooking up Oswego Memories”) and Claire Oliver (“Chronicles of Lake Oswego”). Noon Sat, May 5. Graham’s Book & Stationery, 460 Second St., Lake Oswego; free; 503-636-5676
Community Mixer and Lake Oswego Sustainability Action Month Kickoff Celebration: Network and learn about sustainability efforts in Lake Oswego and the Portland area. Event includes a presentation by Metro Councilor Rex Burkholder. Registration required. 4-7 p.m. Sat, May 5. West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way, Lake Oswego; free; 503-635-0286 or by email to botto@ci.oswego.or.us
Lake Oswego Millennium Band: ”May Melodies” is the theme during the spring concert. 7:30 p.m. Sun, May 6. Lakeridge High School, 1235 Overlook Drive, Lake Oswego; free; 503-653-2790
Digital Camera: Learn the basics. All ages. Registration required. Weekly 12:30-2 p.m. Mon, May 7-14. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave., Lake Oswego; $16-$24 series; 503-635-3758
Recycled Craft Event: May 9. Lake Oswego Public Library. Work with Trash for Peace to turn commonly disposed of items into useful and beautiful products. This event is for adults, but is family friendly. Lake Oswego Library, (706 4th St) 6-7:30pm.
Lake Grove Urban Renewal: May 9 5:30-7 p.m. Willamette Room. West End Building. 4101 Kruse Way.
Lake Run: May 12. 6:30 a.m. The Lake Oswego Jr. Women’s Club and the City of Lake Oswego presents the 2012 Lake Run! Millennium Plaza Park. 12K Run, 5 K RunWalk, 1/2 Mile Kid’s Dash. For registration and race details, visit www.racecenter.com/lakerun
Miniature Gardening With Mom: Includes selection of containers, appropriate small plants to use (indoors or out), design ideas, and care and maintenance for your creations. 5 p.m. Thu, May 10. Dennis’ Seven Dees Garden Center, 1090 McVey Ave., Lake Oswego; $25;http://tinyurl.com/6lnyty9 or 503-636-4660
Family Fun Festival: 8 a.m. to 12 noon. May 12. Millennium Plaza Park.Fun, Entertainment, craftrs, info booths, children’s activities, food and beverages. Part of the Lake RUN 2012
Solar Oregon Tour: May 12, 1-4 p.m.Matt Briggs’ home, part of the Solar Oregon tour, keeps getting new energy saving improvements! He will show you around and provide the information you need to work toward a Net Zero home (one that produces more energy than it consumes). Tours on the hour, every hour, from 1pm until 4pm. Briggs Family Home (305 G Ave, Lake Oswego).
Lake Oswego Emergency Preparedness Forum: May 16. 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Council Chambers. Come learn about hazards we face and why its important to be prepared. Features James Roddey, award winning natural disaster preparedness expert and Jay Wilson, Clackamas County Emergency Management. For information, contact Bonnie Hirshberger at 503-675-3992. To register, call 503-635-0275 or email Karen Carnahan at kcarnahan@ci.oswego.or.us.
Oswego Heritage Council Historic Home Tour: Tour features five homes in Lake Oswego and includes Richard Sundeleaf’s iconic landmarks. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat, May 19. $30;www.oswegoheritage.org/events/hometour.html or 503-635-6373
Lake Oswego Farmer’s Market: Opening Day May 19 thru October 13. 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Millennium Plaza Park. Start sorting our your closets in preparation for a free clothing swap. Bring your old togs and accessories, go home with some “new” ones!. This event is for ladies ages 14 and over.
Oswego Lake Watershed Tour: Begins at the headwaters in West Waluga Park, form a carpool to stops along Springbrook Creek, and finish at George Rogers Park where Oswego Creek flows into the Willamette River. This is your opportunity to learn about our connections to the lake and how our actions affect water quality in our lake and streams.
The Spring Cleaning Fashion Exchange: May 19 2-6 p.m. West End Building. Event is free as long as you bring some unwanted clothes and/or accessories. It’s a great excuse to spring clean your closet, get rid of some of those items you always mean to wear but never do, and come away with some new-to-you goodies. All you have to do is bring some women’s items to swap – clothes, bags or shoes. There are no rules on how many pieces to bring in exchange for your selections – you just have to conytribute your own item(s) to get in. There are fashion experts on hand to advise on what to take and then you can go try to clothes on!
Please bring clean odor-free clothing on hangers and accessories in bags. Clothes are hung on racks and other items on tables and floor. At the end of the day, any left-over clothes are donated to charity.
For information, call Parks & Recreation at 503-675-2549.
Art Show And Sale: Marys Woods At Marylhurst. 17425 Holy Names Dr., Lake Oswego, 97034. May 19 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and May 20 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Paintings, Ceramics, Photography, Jewelry, Stained Glass, Woodwork, Quilts and more.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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The latest weekly market data for sold Lake Oswego real estate from April 16-22, 2012 is available.
You can view the latest list of solds in Lake Oswego for the week of April 16-22, 2012 here.
Week 3′s number of solds ran about the same as last week although 99.9% of the Lake Oswego properties that sold were all under $600,000 and some had relatively a short number of days on the market.
Give me a call at 503-804-9685 and I’d be happy to show you any Lake Oswego property.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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The next two week-ends are the Ultimate Open House weekend for new home construction with 18 builders and 33 new homes.
In addition, this weekend it is the the National Association of Realtors’® “National Open House Weekend”. This event actually started in Washington State. For years, several Washington REALTOR® Associations conducted open-house events. They were so successful that the first state-wide open house weekend was held in 2009. In 2010 the concept went national and nearly every state participated.
Click here to view Lake Oswego Real Estate Sunday Open Houses scheduled for April 29, 2012.
Or, if you’d like to view any of these Lake Oswego open houses for sale, please give me a call at 503-804-9685.
If you’ve never purchased a home before, and don’t know where to start, see how I can help you here.
Looking for a Lake Oswego home, click here to view all the Lake Oswego houses for sale, then give me a call at 503-804-9685 and I’d be happy to show you any Lake Oswego property.
Just remember, when you go through an open house, that agent or the builder, who is holding that Lake Oswego home open is not representing you. If you want your own representation, hire a buyer’s agent to look out for your own interests.
Looking for a home Lake Oswego or another area? I’d love to be your buyer’s agent, please give me a call at 503-804-9685. You can start your search here by address, area, neighborhood, MLS#, etc. for your new home.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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Today’s supposed to be 80 degrees! A perfect Portland day.
If you’re headed out to an open houses, inventory is low at 5 months of houses and pickings are few. When you find the home of your dreams, you might want to move forward with an offer. Give me a call, I’d love to be your buyer’s agent
Click here to view Lake Oswego Real Estate Sunday Open Houses scheduled for April 22, 2012.
Or, if you’d like to view any of these Lake Oswego open houses for sale, please give me a call at 503-804-9685.
If you’ve never purchased a home before, and don’t know where to start, see how I can help you here.
Looking for a Lake Oswego home, click here to view all the Lake Oswego houses for sale, then give me a call at 503-804-9685 and I’d be happy to show you any Lake Oswego property.
Just remember, when you go through an open house, that agent who is holding that Lake Oswego home open is representing the seller whether they are the listing agent or not. You are not represented and they are not your buyer’s agent. The same is true when you go look at new construction. The agent in the home will be representing the builder and not you.
If you want your own representation, hire a buyer’s agent to look out for your own interests.
Looking for a home Lake Oswego or another area? I’d love to be your buyer’s agent, please give me a call at 503-804-9685. You can start your search here by address, area, neighborhood, MLS#, etc. for your new home.
ALL ABOUT…..Lake Oswego Real Estate. © Copyright 2008-2012. Betty Jung. All Rights Reserved. Use of this article, photos and images without permission is a violation of federal copyright laws.
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