Beyond the Sale, Beyond the Season: Your December 2025 Wrap-Up & What’s Next for 2026

Every December, we get a chance to pause, look back, and take stock of what mattered most. And this year? It was packed with growth, community, and some incredible wins for homeowners across Portland and Vancouver. If you’re thinking about making a move in 2026—downsizing, upsizing, investing, or grabbing your first home—this is the perfect time to get clear, get prepared, and step into your next chapter with confidence.

Let’s dive into the highlights.

The Real Talk on Downsizing: It’s Not About Losing Space—It’s About Gaining Freedom

More and more homeowners are figuring out what we’ve known for years: downsizing isn’t a setback. It’s a strategic move.

For many folks in Lake Oswego, Beaverton, Salmon Creek, and beyond, the primary residence has become a high-equity powerhouse. That equity can unlock new options—travel, retirement freedom, or simply living with less maintenance and more meaning.

Whether it’s a condo, a townhome, or a cozy patio home, the goal is simple:
Preserve your lifestyle. Maximize your equity. Transition smoothly.

If you’re planning that move in 2026, now’s the time to build your roadmap. We’re here to help you make the smartest move possible.

Your Guides in the Process: Ken & Susan Rosengren

For almost 20 years, Susan and I have walked side-by-side with buyers, sellers, and investors navigating one of the biggest decisions of their lives. Our mission has never changed:

Empower you. Protect your money. Make the process easier than you thought possible.

Real estate is about people first—and the relationships we build every year continue to be our greatest reward.

Home-Buying Classes Are Back in 2026

In the new year, we’re rolling out our Home Buying Classes again—designed to take the mystery out of buying and give you practical, real-world strategies that save you money.

If you're thinking about buying in 2026, these classes are a powerful jumpstart. Stay tuned for dates—your future self will thank you.

What’s Happening Around Town

Community matters, especially during the holidays. Here’s what we wrapped up this month:

• Heritage Holiday at Fort Vancouver

• Menorah Lighting at the Waterfront

• And of course… our favorite: Home Buying Classes coming in January & February

Jump into your community—you never know who you’ll meet or what opportunities will open.

Vancouver Market Snapshot: December 2025

The market is moving, and understanding it gives you an edge:

• 406 Sold Homes

• 437 New Listings

• 71 Days on Market (avg)

• $614K Average Sale Price

• 498 Homes Pending

• 1.8% Price Increase

If you’re thinking about selling in 2026, the early numbers look strong—but your strategy will determine your profit. That’s where we come in.

2025 Featured Listing Win

One of our December listings at 8311 NE 156th Ave went pending in 5 days, listed at $495,000. The right prep + the right pricing + the right marketing = results.

That’s always been our formula.

Our Heart Work: 100 Hands for Foster Care

This year wasn’t just about homes. It was about impact.

In 2025, 100 Hands for Foster Care:

1. Launched the Confidence Kits hygiene drive

2. Delivered essentials to local foster teens

3. Built new partnerships across Clark & Cowlitz counties

4. Set the foundation for our first 100 Hands meeting in June 2026

This work matters. And because of you, it’s growing faster than we imagined.

December Homeowner Checklist

A quick round of smart maintenance before winter fully settles in:

• Check caulking & your roof

• Get that oven holiday-ready

• Add smart plugs to your lighting

• Test smoke & CO detectors

Small tasks now prevent big problems later.

Wishing You a Warm, Grateful, and Hope-Filled Holiday Season

From our family to yours:
May your winter be cozy, your connections meaningful, and your 2026 full of opportunity.

If downsizing, upgrading, selling, investing, or buying is part of your plan next year, let’s talk and build a strategy that actually moves you forward.

Ken & Susan Rosengren
Your Local Realtors | Lucido Global Portland/Vancouver
#PNWPropertyPros