New Year, New Home: How To Make It Happen in 2025
As the new year begins, many people take time to reflect and set their goals for 2025. If owning a new home is part of your vision, now is the perfect time to start planning. [...]
Sell Your Seattle House During the Winter Sweet Spot
Many people believe that spring is the best time to sell a house, as buyer demand typically increases during this season. However, here’s the catch: competition also rises, with numerous homeowners listing their properties at the [...]
More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What It Means for You as a Buyer
The housing market is experiencing a significant shift, with more homes for sale now than in years, creating a game-changing opportunity for buyers ready to act. This surge in inventory means more choices, less [...]
Two Reasons Why Seattle Housing Market Won’t Crash
You may have heard recent discussions about the economy and concerns over a possible recession, sparking fears of a housing market crash. If you're worried, here's some good news: there’s no need to panic. The [...]
Are We Heading into a Balanced Market?
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the housing market over the past couple of years, you know sellers have had the upper hand. But is that going to shift now that inventory is growing? Here’s a [...]
Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?
Deciding what to do with your house when you’re ready to move can be a significant decision. Should you sell your home to fund your next adventure, or keep it as a rental property to build [...]
The Price of Perfection: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Home
In life, patience is a virtue, but in homebuying, waiting too long for the perfect home isn't wise. The pursuit of perfection can delay your dream of homeownership. As Bankrate explains: “One of the [...]
Russell Wilson’s $24.9 Million Bellevue Mansion Under Contract After 2 Years
Russell Wilson's impressive Bellevue mansion is now pending sale. The sprawling property, which boasts six bedrooms and five bathrooms, has garnered considerable attention since hitting the market nearly two years ago. Carmen Gayton, [...]
Don’t Let the Latest Seattle Home Price Headlines Confuse You
While you might be concerned about declining home prices based on news reports, it's important to note that headlines often provide an incomplete perspective. Examining the national data for 2023 reveals that home prices experienced overall positive growth [...]
Ways Your Home Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goals
If you've owned your house for a couple of years, it's essential to familiarize yourself with a key concept—home equity. If you’re not familiar with that term, Freddie Mac defines it like this: “. . . your [...]
What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Purchasing Power
If you're considering buying a home, understanding how mortgage rates influence your affordability and monthly payments is crucial. Fortunately, 30-year fixed mortgage rates have notably decreased since the end of October and are presently below 7%, [...]
The Latest 2024 Seattle Housing Market Forecast
As 2024 approaches, you may be contemplating whether it's the optimal time to buy or sell a home. To make an informed decision, understanding expert projections for the housing market is crucial, and the outlook appears [...]