What’s happing Around The Pacific Northwest

They say “April Showers, Bring May Flowers”,  but we like to say “April Listings, Bring May Closings”. We know it doesn’t really rhyme, but that’s ok.

The Spring Real Estate Market has arrived in all its glory and is going to be another one for the record books!

We are so excited that one of the most iconic Northwest events is back for 2021 after being forced to skip last year due to the pandemic. Take a drive through the breathtaking tulip fields, enjoy some local food and shopping or browse some beautiful works of art created by local talent. There is so much to do and see! CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE WHOLE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Home

The Ugly Side of Housing: Low Inventory
After eight months of consecutive gains, the consequences of low inventory finally caught up with the housing market in February. Tightened supply was largely responsible for a 10.6% drop in the number of homes in contract from the prior month, according to new data from the National Association of Realtors.
The NAR’s pending home sale index managed to fall below 100 in the Northeast (92.3) and West (96.9) in February, while the South and Midwest also experienced declines but managed to stay above the 100 mark, at 133.2 and 102.4, respectively. An index of 100 is equivalent to the level of pending sales in 2001. Check out the rest of the article here!

DATES TO REMEMBER

• 

April 2nd & April 5th

April 22nd

Now that Spring is here in full force many Farmers Markets are opening back up in the area. Now is a great time to shop local and support your community farmers! To find a find a list of farmers markets in your area,

ABOUT US
FARMERS MARKET SUPPORT
CORONAVIRUS
FOOD ACCESS
WSFMA MEMBERSHIP

FIND A FARMERS MARKET
Find Local Farms, Artisans and the Community Spirit of Farmers Markets!
Freshness, safety and health come first at farmers markets. Thank you for your help keeping everyone safe this year!
 Click red map pin or market name below for farmers market details.
 Please check your farmers market’s website or Facebook for updates and designated shopping hours for people at higher risk.






WASHINGTON STATE FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION
Site Map
Contact Us
 
Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021
Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.
The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.
© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

• Site Map
• Contact Us

Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021

Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.

The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

just

click THIS LINK! 

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

https://lesliesellshouses.com/

• Best Tulip Festival in Puyallup, WA Sort: Recommended
• All Price Open Now
• 1. Windmill Gardens Nurseries & Gardening, Florists“ gardens so I can get some tulip and daffodil bulbs for spring!” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 2. VanLierop Garden Market Florists, Home & Garden“ Have ordered flowers here via phone and in person multiple times. The staff is extremely helpful and professional and they put gorgeous bouquets together for a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 3. WW Seymour Botanical Conservatory Botanical Gardens“ The Spring display includes beautiful giant tulips and all the colors in there will make you forget about the gray and cold of winter!” more
• 4. Washington State Fair Festivals“ of tulips & daffodils, a ferry, the Space Needle, Mt. Rainier, apple trees, a pagoda and so much more” more
• 5. Farm Shed Wines & BrewWineries
  • Delivery Take out “Had a very nice time, thoroughly enjoyed the wines and very friendly service! The owners were attentive and very sweet. Plus, the countryside is gorgeous. We…” more
• 6. Buds & Blooms At South Hill Florists, Floral Designers “Got this beautiful flower bouquet from my BF today. The delivery person was safe and socially distanced as she delivered these beauties in a vase right to my…” more
• 7. Sound Blooms Floral Studio Florists, Floral Designers “Amazing work & service. I was searching for a local flower shop that does their own designs (not just the stock pictures from 1-800 flowers) to send to a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 8. LeMay – America’s Car Museums museums, Venues & Event Spaces “My life is cars and driving past this place seeing it from the interstate back in 2016, I knew I had to come here the next trip to Seattle. I was not…” more
• 9. The Carrot Flower Company Florists, Floral Designers “You never know what will happen when you order flowers over the phone. More than once I’ve been disappointed when I’ve seen an arrangement that I’ve had sent.…” more Request Information You can request information from this business 3 locals recently requested information
• 10. Crane’s Creations 2.04 Florists“ easily. I bought a arrangement of lilies and tulips(tulips were out of season but there were just some” more Request Information You can request information from this business 2 locals recently requested information
• 121 of 2
• Can’t find the business?Adding a business to Yelp is always free.Add business Got search feedback? Help us improve.
• Related Collections in Puyallup, WA Kits for Kids At Home Top Things To Do At Home Virtual Activities For KidsVirtual Cooking Classes Virtual Tours of Museums, Historic Sites, Theme Parks, and More Right from Your Couch
• Related Talk TopicsTulip FestivalMy friends and I are planning to go to the tulip festival on Friday! We wanted to stop by for breakfast or brunch on our way. Does anyone have any…Tulip Festival: adv

April 22nd



Now that Spring is here in full force many Farmers Markets are opening back up in the area. Now is a great time to shop local and support your community farmers! To find a find a list of farmers markets in your area,

ABOUT US
FARMERS MARKET SUPPORT
CORONAVIRUS
FOOD ACCESS
WSFMA MEMBERSHIP

FIND A FARMERS MARKET
Find Local Farms, Artisans and the Community Spirit of Farmers Markets!
Freshness, safety and health come first at farmers markets. Thank you for your help keeping everyone safe this year!
 Click red map pin or market name below for farmers market details.
 Please check your farmers market’s website or Facebook for updates and designated shopping hours for people at higher risk.






WASHINGTON STATE FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION
Site Map
Contact Us
 
Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021
Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.
The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.
© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

• Site Map
• Contact Us

Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021

Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.

The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

just

click THIS LINK! 



Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

https://lesliesellshouses.com/

• Best Tulip Festival in Puyallup, WA Sort: Recommended
• All Price Open Now
• 1. Windmill Gardens Nurseries & Gardening, Florists“ gardens so I can get some tulip and daffodil bulbs for spring!” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 2. VanLierop Garden Market Florists, Home & Garden“ Have ordered flowers here via phone and in person multiple times. The staff is extremely helpful and professional and they put gorgeous bouquets together for a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 3. WW Seymour Botanical Conservatory Botanical Gardens“ The Spring display includes beautiful giant tulips and all the colors in there will make you forget about the gray and cold of winter!” more
• 4. Washington State Fair Festivals“ of tulips & daffodils, a ferry, the Space Needle, Mt. Rainier, apple trees, a pagoda and so much more” more
• 5. Farm Shed Wines & BrewWineries
  • Delivery Take out “Had a very nice time, thoroughly enjoyed the wines and very friendly service! The owners were attentive and very sweet. Plus, the countryside is gorgeous. We…” more
• 6. Buds & Blooms At South Hill Florists, Floral Designers “Got this beautiful flower bouquet from my BF today. The delivery person was safe and socially distanced as she delivered these beauties in a vase right to my…” more
• 7. Sound Blooms Floral Studio Florists, Floral Designers “Amazing work & service. I was searching for a local flower shop that does their own designs (not just the stock pictures from 1-800 flowers) to send to a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 8. LeMay – America’s Car Museums museums, Venues & Event Spaces “My life is cars and driving past this place seeing it from the interstate back in 2016, I knew I had to come here the next trip to Seattle. I was not…” more
• 9. The Carrot Flower Company Florists, Floral Designers “You never know what will happen when you order flowers over the phone. More than once I’ve been disappointed when I’ve seen an arrangement that I’ve had sent.…” more Request Information You can request information from this business 3 locals recently requested information
• 10. Crane’s Creations 2.04 Florists“ easily. I bought a arrangement of lilies and tulips(tulips were out of season but there were just some” more Request Information You can request information from this business 2 locals recently requested information
• 121 of 2
• Can’t find the business?Adding a business to Yelp is always free.Add business Got search feedback? Help us improve.
• Related Collections in Puyallup, WA Kits for Kids At Home Top Things To Do At Home Virtual Activities For KidsVirtual Cooking Classes Virtual Tours of Museums, Historic Sites, Theme Parks, and More Right from Your Couch
• Related Talk TopicsTulip FestivalMy friends and I are planning to go to the tulip festival on Friday! We wanted to stop by for breakfast or brunch on our way. Does anyone have any…Tulip Festival: adv

What’s happing Around The Pacific Northwest

They say “April Showers, Bring May Flowers”,  but we like to say “April Listings, Bring May Closings”. We know it doesn’t really rhyme, but that’s ok.

The Spring Real Estate Market has arrived in all its glory and is going to be another one for the record books!

We are so excited that one of the most iconic Northwest events is back for 2021 after being forced to skip last year due to the pandemic. Take a drive through the breathtaking tulip fields, enjoy some local food and shopping or browse some beautiful works of art created by local talent. There is so much to do and see! CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE WHOLE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Home

The Ugly Side of Housing: Low Inventory
After eight months of consecutive gains, the consequences of low inventory finally caught up with the housing market in February. Tightened supply was largely responsible for a 10.6% drop in the number of homes in contract from the prior month, according to new data from the National Association of Realtors.
The NAR’s pending home sale index managed to fall below 100 in the Northeast (92.3) and West (96.9) in February, while the South and Midwest also experienced declines but managed to stay above the 100 mark, at 133.2 and 102.4, respectively. An index of 100 is equivalent to the level of pending sales in 2001. Check out the rest of the article here!

DATES TO REMEMBER

• 

April 2nd & April 5th

April 22nd

Now that Spring is here in full force many Farmers Markets are opening back up in the area. Now is a great time to shop local and support your community farmers! To find a find a list of farmers markets in your area,

ABOUT US
FARMERS MARKET SUPPORT
CORONAVIRUS
FOOD ACCESS
WSFMA MEMBERSHIP

FIND A FARMERS MARKET
Find Local Farms, Artisans and the Community Spirit of Farmers Markets!
Freshness, safety and health come first at farmers markets. Thank you for your help keeping everyone safe this year!
 Click red map pin or market name below for farmers market details.
 Please check your farmers market’s website or Facebook for updates and designated shopping hours for people at higher risk.






WASHINGTON STATE FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION
Site Map
Contact Us
 
Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021
Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.
The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.
© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

• Site Map
• Contact Us

Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021

Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.

The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

just

click THIS LINK! 

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

https://lesliesellshouses.com/

• Best Tulip Festival in Puyallup, WA Sort: Recommended
• All Price Open Now
• 1. Windmill Gardens Nurseries & Gardening, Florists“ gardens so I can get some tulip and daffodil bulbs for spring!” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 2. VanLierop Garden Market Florists, Home & Garden“ Have ordered flowers here via phone and in person multiple times. The staff is extremely helpful and professional and they put gorgeous bouquets together for a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 3. WW Seymour Botanical Conservatory Botanical Gardens“ The Spring display includes beautiful giant tulips and all the colors in there will make you forget about the gray and cold of winter!” more
• 4. Washington State Fair Festivals“ of tulips & daffodils, a ferry, the Space Needle, Mt. Rainier, apple trees, a pagoda and so much more” more
• 5. Farm Shed Wines & BrewWineries
  • Delivery Take out “Had a very nice time, thoroughly enjoyed the wines and very friendly service! The owners were attentive and very sweet. Plus, the countryside is gorgeous. We…” more
• 6. Buds & Blooms At South Hill Florists, Floral Designers “Got this beautiful flower bouquet from my BF today. The delivery person was safe and socially distanced as she delivered these beauties in a vase right to my…” more
• 7. Sound Blooms Floral Studio Florists, Floral Designers “Amazing work & service. I was searching for a local flower shop that does their own designs (not just the stock pictures from 1-800 flowers) to send to a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 8. LeMay – America’s Car Museums museums, Venues & Event Spaces “My life is cars and driving past this place seeing it from the interstate back in 2016, I knew I had to come here the next trip to Seattle. I was not…” more
• 9. The Carrot Flower Company Florists, Floral Designers “You never know what will happen when you order flowers over the phone. More than once I’ve been disappointed when I’ve seen an arrangement that I’ve had sent.…” more Request Information You can request information from this business 3 locals recently requested information
• 10. Crane’s Creations 2.04 Florists“ easily. I bought a arrangement of lilies and tulips(tulips were out of season but there were just some” more Request Information You can request information from this business 2 locals recently requested information
• 121 of 2
• Can’t find the business?Adding a business to Yelp is always free.Add business Got search feedback? Help us improve.
• Related Collections in Puyallup, WA Kits for Kids At Home Top Things To Do At Home Virtual Activities For KidsVirtual Cooking Classes Virtual Tours of Museums, Historic Sites, Theme Parks, and More Right from Your Couch
• Related Talk TopicsTulip FestivalMy friends and I are planning to go to the tulip festival on Friday! We wanted to stop by for breakfast or brunch on our way. Does anyone have any…Tulip Festival: adv

April 22nd



Now that Spring is here in full force many Farmers Markets are opening back up in the area. Now is a great time to shop local and support your community farmers! To find a find a list of farmers markets in your area,

ABOUT US
FARMERS MARKET SUPPORT
CORONAVIRUS
FOOD ACCESS
WSFMA MEMBERSHIP

FIND A FARMERS MARKET
Find Local Farms, Artisans and the Community Spirit of Farmers Markets!
Freshness, safety and health come first at farmers markets. Thank you for your help keeping everyone safe this year!
 Click red map pin or market name below for farmers market details.
 Please check your farmers market’s website or Facebook for updates and designated shopping hours for people at higher risk.






WASHINGTON STATE FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION
Site Map
Contact Us
 
Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021
Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.
The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.
© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

• Site Map
• Contact Us

Please join us online for
the WSFMA Conference
in February 2021

Your financial support builds
strong farmers markets
throughout Washington.

The WSFMA is a 501c3
nonprofit organization.© 2008-2021 Washington State Farmers Market Association. All rights reserved.

just

click THIS LINK! 



Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

https://lesliesellshouses.com/

• Best Tulip Festival in Puyallup, WA Sort: Recommended
• All Price Open Now
• 1. Windmill Gardens Nurseries & Gardening, Florists“ gardens so I can get some tulip and daffodil bulbs for spring!” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 2. VanLierop Garden Market Florists, Home & Garden“ Have ordered flowers here via phone and in person multiple times. The staff is extremely helpful and professional and they put gorgeous bouquets together for a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 3. WW Seymour Botanical Conservatory Botanical Gardens“ The Spring display includes beautiful giant tulips and all the colors in there will make you forget about the gray and cold of winter!” more
• 4. Washington State Fair Festivals“ of tulips & daffodils, a ferry, the Space Needle, Mt. Rainier, apple trees, a pagoda and so much more” more
• 5. Farm Shed Wines & BrewWineries
  • Delivery Take out “Had a very nice time, thoroughly enjoyed the wines and very friendly service! The owners were attentive and very sweet. Plus, the countryside is gorgeous. We…” more
• 6. Buds & Blooms At South Hill Florists, Floral Designers “Got this beautiful flower bouquet from my BF today. The delivery person was safe and socially distanced as she delivered these beauties in a vase right to my…” more
• 7. Sound Blooms Floral Studio Florists, Floral Designers “Amazing work & service. I was searching for a local flower shop that does their own designs (not just the stock pictures from 1-800 flowers) to send to a…” more Request Information You can request information from this business
• 8. LeMay – America’s Car Museums museums, Venues & Event Spaces “My life is cars and driving past this place seeing it from the interstate back in 2016, I knew I had to come here the next trip to Seattle. I was not…” more
• 9. The Carrot Flower Company Florists, Floral Designers “You never know what will happen when you order flowers over the phone. More than once I’ve been disappointed when I’ve seen an arrangement that I’ve had sent.…” more Request Information You can request information from this business 3 locals recently requested information
• 10. Crane’s Creations 2.04 Florists“ easily. I bought a arrangement of lilies and tulips(tulips were out of season but there were just some” more Request Information You can request information from this business 2 locals recently requested information
• 121 of 2
• Can’t find the business?Adding a business to Yelp is always free.Add business Got search feedback? Help us improve.
• Related Collections in Puyallup, WA Kits for Kids At Home Top Things To Do At Home Virtual Activities For KidsVirtual Cooking Classes Virtual Tours of Museums, Historic Sites, Theme Parks, and More Right from Your Couch
• Related Talk TopicsTulip FestivalMy friends and I are planning to go to the tulip festival on Friday! We wanted to stop by for breakfast or brunch on our way. Does anyone have any…Tulip Festival: adv

How To Pack For A Move When You’re Selling

How To Pace For A Move When You’re Selling

Packing for a move while you’re trying to sell your home can be tricky. As your real estate agent will tell you, you want your home to look a certain way when potential buyers visit. Everything ideally should be neat and tidy, and yet the very act of moving ordains that there will be a certain amount of chaos as you stage your move into another home. What to do?

Here are some tips that can help.

Empty or staged: Which is best?
An empty house isn’t necessarily a bad thing when it comes to selling your home. Certainly, potential buyers won’t have any trouble imagining their lives against the backdrop of your empty home. 

On the other hand, you may think making your home look a little bit lived in would help it sell. Perhaps you want to leave window treatments in place, as well as some rugs, a coffee table, other objects that liven up a space.

If you’re going to host potential buyers while you’re moving, do try to keep the home spotlessly clean, and even if you’re still packing, keep clutter at a minimum, making use of closets and a storage room to stow your packing while showing the home.

Clear out the clutter. 
The first step in any move is to clear out everything you can say goodbye to. Be strong: if you haven’t used it over the last year, get rid of it, whether that means recycling, donating, selling, or pitching. This goes for clothes, furniture, decorative items, appliances, dishes, and cookware.

Be organized about packing.
Acquire your boxes, bubble wrap, and packing tape early and in plentiful supply, so you don’t run out. If you know someone who can give you boxes in good shape, that’s great, but make sure they are not so old they’re going to collapse once full.

Pack according to rooms, using color-coded tape: green for the bedroom, red for the kitchen, etc. Do not fill boxes, so they are too heavy to lift. For breakable items, be sure to wrap them and fill up the box with newspaper or other filler, so they don’t shift around in transit. You can also wrap breakables with towels and washcloths, so you maximize space.

For bedroom drawers, try wrapping them with plastic wrap and taping them so you can leave the contents inside. Bundle clothes on hangers into a large plastic bag and tape up the ends, so you don’t have to fold all those clothes.

Make sure everything’s shipshape in the new home.
Before you start moving in, check that everything’s running right in the new home: electricity, phone lines, internet, toilets and other plumbing, and all appliances. As your family gets ready to move in, direct everyone to pack a small bag with necessities such as a change of clothes, toothbrush and toothpaste, and other toiletries, so they don’t have to search through boxes.

There’s a lot to think about when you’re selling a home and getting ready for a move. But the more organized you are, the easier both processes will go. Be sure to utilize the services of your real estate agent for the best results.

Thinking about buying or selling a home?

I can help make the process easy and leave the stress to me, let’s get in touch and talk today!

/https://lesliesellshouses.com/