Welcome November!

As the crisp air settles in and Thanksgiving approaches, November often brings a renewed sense of focus—and that's certainly true in the real estate market! While many folks start cozying up for the holidays, those still in the market are often the most serious and motivated. This can create a fantastic environment for both buyers and sellers.

For buyers, fewer people house-hunting means less competition, which can be a huge relief compared to the frenzy of spring and summer. It's a great time to be a discerning shopper and perhaps even find a seller more open to negotiation.

For sellers, listing in November means your home stands out. The buyers who are looking now are typically those who need to close a deal before the end of the year, making them highly qualified and eager. Don't let the thought of the holidays stop you; your home might just be the best present someone receives this year!

Let's capitalize on this often-overlooked real estate window.

If you're ready to make a move and have something to be thankful for—like a new home or a successful sale—before the year wraps up, this is your month!

 

Real Estate in the News

Patience Won't Sell Your House. Pricing Will.

Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s why.

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Word Around the Block

10 Fall Foodie Delights in Bellevue

Fall time is the best time to indulge! There’s an abundance of delicious food, and it’s a time to downshift into quieter seasons. Bellevue’s repertoire of fall flavors doesn’t end with pumpkin spice.

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Your Guide To Events and Activities To Do In November In Bellevue

Looking for fun things to do this November in Bellevue? This guide has the best events, free things to do, fall fun, holiday festivities, kid-friendly events, and more.

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Local Events

Garden d'Lights

November 29 - December 31

Garden d’Lights is a dazzling holiday tradition that transforms the Bellevue Botanical Garden into a magical wonderland, featuring over half a million sparkling lights in whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals, and cascading waterfalls.

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SnowFlake Lane

November 28 - December 24

Experience the wonder of falling snow, dazzling lights, festive music, toy drummers, and dancers in this complimentary nightly parade of holiday floats. Join us between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square from NE 4th to NE 8th Streets every night at 7 pm. Park in any of our free parking garages at The Bellevue Collection and choose your favorite spot along the parade route.

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Tips & Tricks

Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas and Settings

A beautifully set table makes any meal a special occasion. This Thanksgiving, pull out all the stops and set a table that's dressed to impress. Our Thanksgiving table decorating ideas will ensure you're the Turkey Day host with the most.

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This Color is the Next Millennial Gray

Discover the color that is dethroning the long-reigning millennial gray, a shade that many are glad to see go.

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