Angela Burrell, Triple Oaks Realty

06/15/2026

First and probably my last ultra! 😂🏃‍♀️🌲

Six months of training, countless miles at Pisgah, and one injured foot later… we did it! We completed our first 50K on the beautiful McKenzie River Trail.

A week before race day I hurt my foot, but there was no way I wasn’t going to at least try. It wasn’t always pretty, and we all had our crashes and struggles out there (except Amy 😆), but we kept moving forward and crossed that finish line.

I’m so proud of these strong women and grateful for every training run, every laugh, and every mile we shared. A special thank you to Sandi for showing up at the checkpoints and giving us that extra boost when we needed it most.

The biggest lesson? We can do hard things.

Now excuse me while I spend the next week walking like I just learned how. 😅

06/13/2026

One of the most common questions I get right now: 'Should I buy new construction or an existing home?'

Here's the most honest answer I can give you.

The case FOR new construction in 2026:
Builders are motivated. New home starts are expected to be the slowest since 2019 — which means builders have inventory to move and they're offering rate buydowns, closing cost assistance, and design upgrades to do it. A builder-paid 2/1 buydown can save you $400–500/month in your first year.

New construction also means no competition for the home, no inspection surprises, and energy-efficient systems that will lower your utility bills from day one.

The case FOR resale in 2026:
Established neighborhoods. Mature landscaping. Faster closing timelines. And often, more room to negotiate — especially on homes that have been sitting.

Resale also gives you something new construction rarely offers: the ability to know exactly what the neighborhood looks, feels, and sounds like before you buy.

Neither is universally better. The right answer depends on your timeline, your budget, and your priorities. But knowing the landscape helps you make the decision clearly.

Drop a NEW or RESALE below — I want to know which direction you're leaning and why.

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

🌲✨ JUST LISTED ✨🌲

Tucked away on 2.06 private acres just outside Eugene, this one-of-a-kind mid-century modern retreat offers the perfect blend of timeless architecture and peaceful natural surroundings.

Featured as a “House of the Week” in 1965, this exceptional home boasts 3,890 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3.1 bathrooms, multiple levels of living space, and a stunning food forest filled with edible and native plants. Enjoy mountain views, outdoor entertaining spaces, and the serenity of your own private woodland oasis.

📍27828 Gibraltar Loop, Eugene, OR 97405
💰 Offered at $1,075,000
🛏 4 Bedrooms
🛁 3.1 Bathrooms
🌿 2.06 Acres
📐 3,890 Sq. Ft.

If you’ve been searching for a truly unique property that feels like a private retreat while still being close to Eugene, this is one you won’t want to miss.

📲 Angela Burrell | Triple Oaks Realty
541-517-4038

06/12/2026

Every June, a specific type of buyer enters the market with a hard deadline: the school year.

These are families who need to be settled, unpacked, and enrolled before August. That gives them roughly 6–8 weeks to find a home, go under contract, close, and move. The urgency is real — and so is their motivation.

For sellers: family buyers are not casual browsers. When they schedule a showing in June, they're ready to make decisions. A well-prepared, move-in-ready home in or near a desirable school district is exactly what they're looking for — and they'll often pay a premium to get it.

For family buyers: here's your honest timeline check.

If you need to be in a home before school starts, you should be under contract by late June at the latest. Closing typically takes 30–45 days. That means you have weeks, not months, to find your home.

This is one of the most focused, motivated buyer pools of the year. If you're selling — you want to be on the market right now. If you're buying — you want to be pre-approved and moving fast.

DM me and let's build your June timeline today.

06/11/2026

Here's a data point that got buried in the noise but deserves your full attention.

For the first time since 2022, the typical mortgage payment as a share of median household income has dropped below 30%. That's the threshold economists use to define affordability — and crossing it is meaningful.

So what changed? Mortgage rates have eased from their 2023 peak of 7%+ to around 6.3%. Incomes have continued to grow. And home price appreciation has slowed to a modest 2.2% this year rather than the double-digit surges of 2021 and 2022.

None of this means homes are cheap. They're not. The median price is still over $400,000 nationally. But it does mean that the math is working in buyers' favor in a way it hasn't in four years.

If you were waiting for the market to become more manageable — this is as close as it's been since before rates spiked. The question isn't whether the market is perfect. The question is whether the math works for your specific situation right now.

Save this. Share it with someone who's been waiting for a sign.

06/10/2026

The homes we’re drawn to often reflect more than our style—they reflect the life we’re hoping to create. Whether it’s a waterfront escape, a historic charmer, or a modern retreat, your dream home might say more about you than you think.

06/10/2026

When people ask me 'what's the market doing?' they usually mean: is my home worth more or less than it was a year ago?

Nationally, home prices are up 2.2% in 2026. That's modest — far from the 15–20% surges of 2021 — but it's growth, and it's stable.

But here's what that national number doesn't tell you:

Prices are not moving evenly. The $750K–$1M range has seen more gains. The under-$400K range is still competitive but price growth has moderated. New construction in previously hot markets like parts of Texas and Florida has actually softened due to oversupply.

What IS selling:
Homes that are priced at or just below comparable sales. Homes that are move-in ready. Homes with outdoor living space. Homes within 30 minutes of major employment centers.

What is NOT selling:
Homes priced based on 2022 comps. Homes with deferred maintenance and no price adjustment. Homes in neighborhoods that have seen a surge of similar listings.

The national number is a headline. Your home's value is a conversation. DM me your address and let's have a real one.

06/09/2026

✨ JUST SOLD ✨

What started as a simple phone call asking for recommendations on rental companies turned into one of those transactions that reminds me why I love what I do.

When relocating from Redmond, my clients initially weren’t sure whether they wanted to rent or buy. After exploring their options, they called back a few weeks later and asked if I could help them find a home of their own.

Fast forward to a competitive multiple-offer situation—we put together a winning strategy and secured the home! 🏡🎉

But the best part wasn’t the sale. It was the friendship that came from it. These amazing clients went above and beyond—even helping me by checking out a car for my daughter in Bend!

Real estate is so much more than buying and selling homes. It’s about building relationships, earning trust, and often gaining lifelong friends along the way.

Congratulations on your beautiful new home, and thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey. ❤️

06/09/2026

You don't need a full gut renovation to get top dollar. According to top real estate agents surveyed by HomeLight, minor kitchen updates deliver the highest return on investment of any upgrade.

What that actually looks like:
• Paint cabinet fronts (don't replace them)
• Swap dated hardware for matte black or brushed gold
• Add a new faucet — it costs $150 and looks like $1,500
• Update lighting over the island
• Deep clean + regrout the backsplash

New floors? Yes — but skip new carpet everywhere. Hardwood or LVP adds more value.

Total spend: $2,000–5,000. Potential added value: significantly more. Let me help you decide which updates are worth it for YOUR home.