What’s The Tea with 4D? 🍵

Hello friends!

This week, I have some personal and reflective tea to spill. As you may be aware, this month marks Pride, a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and its history of striving for equality. It is also a time to recognize acceptance, love, diversity, and community.

June is traditionally celebrated as Pride Month in the U.S., commemorating the 1969 Stonewall uprising in New York, where a spontaneous demonstration against a police raid occurred at the Stonewall bar. During that era, LGBTQ+ people were frequently arrested, institutionalized, and subjected to various forms of persecution. Additionally, the FBI and the US Postal Service even kept lists of known homosexuals, and those arrested at LGBTQ+ friendly establishments were often outed in local newspapers. Such practices made it unsafe for LGBTQ+ individuals to work, live, and love openly.

I moved to Boise in 1992, when the city was quite small, with just about 141,000 people. I vividly remember my first glimpse of Boise’s downtown from the backseat of my friend’s car as we drove down the connector. I was surprised and asked, “Where is downtown?” My friend replied, “This is it.” Having come from the sprawling metropolis of Denver, the change was striking. At 21, I embraced the challenge and started building a new life.

As I adjusted to the area, I made new friends and explored new places. One notable spot was the Emerald Club, one of two LGBTQ+ friendly bars in the city. The “E Club,” as we called it, had a wonderful mix of people from all walks of life, gathering to dance, play pool, and connect in a safe environment. Coming from Denver, where such places were abundant, I was grateful to find a welcoming space in my new hometown.

In the summer of my first year in Idaho, I attended the third official Pride parade. Though not a particularly memorable event, I recall it starting around Main and 11th Street and eventually ending at the E Club. There were few of us marching, and I worried about potential hecklers or troublemakers. Despite these concerns, we remained peaceful and vocal, determined to be seen and heard, and to show that the LGBTQ+ community was a real presence in Boise. I felt proud to be part of that moment.

In June, we celebrate openness, acceptance, and the progress we have made as a society. I hope you find a way to celebrate too! 🎉

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Buying or Selling a Home in June: What to Expect

June is a busy month in the housing market because a lot of people buy and sell this time of year. So, if you’ve got a move on your mind and you’re looking to make it happen this month, here’s a snapshot of what you need to know to make sure you’re ready.

If You’re Buying In June

A lot of homebuyers with children like to move after one school year ends and before the next one begins. That’s one reason why late spring into summer is a popular time for homes to change hands. And whether that’s a motivator for you or not, it’s important to realize more buyers are going to be looking right now – and that means you’ll want to be ready for a bit more competition.

But there is a silver lining to a move this time of year. This is also when more sellers will list – so you should find you have more options. As an article from Bankrate says:

During this busy season, it’s extra important to work with a trusted real estate agent. Your agent will help you stay on top of the latest listings, share expertise on how to make a strong offer in a competitive market, and give you insight into things like what the home is actually worth so you can make an informed decision when you buy. As Forbes says:

If You’re Selling In June

Because there are more buyers this time of year, you’re in a great spot as a seller. Many of those buyers are highly motivated to make their move happen before the next school year kicks off – so they’ll likely put in strong offers to try to make that possible.

That means, if your house shows well and is listed at market value, you could see your house sell faster or for a higher price. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR):

You want to be sure you’ve got a great agent to help you with the contingencies on those offers and any negotiations that take place so you can pick the best offer. Make sure you go over closing dates with your agent. Buyers trying to time their move with the school year may need to delay a bit or move faster. This can depend on the school calendar where you live. As U.S. News Real Estate explains:

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