Welcome June!
Summer is just around the corner, and June is the perfect time to make a move! With longer days, warmer weather, and an active real estate market, buyers and sellers alike are seizing the opportunity to transition before the season is in full swing.
Whether you're looking to find your dream home, list your current one, or simply explore your options, now is the time to take action. Inventory is shifting, demand is high, and the right move today can set you up for a summer of new beginnings.
Let’s make this a season of sold signs and smooth closings—because the best moves happen when the market is hot!
Real Estate in the News
Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year
From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is really the right time to move. There is one place you can turn to for answers you want the most. And that’s the experts.
Word Around the Block
Outdoor Movies At Marymoor Park Are Returning With A Fun Lineup For Summer 2025
Marymoor Park movies are a staple of Seattle summers. They make for a great date night, family outing, or friend hang. There will also be food trucks present at every movie night selling tacos, cupcakes, popcorn, and more.
Top Events And Activities For Your 2025 Seattle Summer Bucket List
Summer is coming! And there’s nothing quite like summer in Seattle. If you’re looking for ways to take advantage of the perfect Seattle summer weather with its long, sunny days and mild temperatures, we have quite the list of ideas for you.
Local Events
Concerts at Marymoor Park
June 13 - September 18
Marymoor Live presents a wide variety of live music in a green setting. If you buy lawn tickets, bring a low-back chair or blanket to Marymoor Park,
Lake to Lake Bike Ride
June 14
The Lake to Lake Bike Ride explores Bellevue's hidden treasures and award-winning parks by bike! The non-competitive ride utilizes low-traffic roads, bike lanes and part of the Lake to Lake trail (non-technical gravel) and traverses much of the city. Afterwards, enjoy a post-ride party with prize giveaways, refreshments, freebies for all participants and a free kids ride in the park for children ages 3-8.
Tips & Tricks
Home Projects That Boost Value
Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, it’s smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Your time, energy, and money matter – and not all upgrades offer the payoff you might expect.
Grilling Recipes to Try This Summer
Don’t let a lack of grilling ideas keep you inside all summer. Embrace the warm weather outside while keeping your kitchen cool by opting for grilled everything, because pretty much anything you can cook in your oven you can cook on a grill (including baked goods!).
