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I’ve been getting a lot of calls about the new proposed NAR settlement so I hope this blog clears things up for anyone who isn’t sure what this may mean for you as a buyer or seller. Still have questions? Reach out any time. 425-495-0926

Thinking about selling your house and wondering if now’s a good time to do it? Here’s what you need to know.

Washington has the chance to lead the country in advancing a green hydrogen economy at scale, according to a recent report from the Washington State Department of Commerce.

If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering if there'll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and…

Home prices are expected to keep appreciating over the next 5 years – meaning your future home will likely go up in price the longer you wait. Keep in mind that you don't always need a 20% down payment to buy a home. Here’s why...

Over the past few months, experts have revised their 2024 home price forecasts based on the latest data and market signals, and they’re even more confident prices will rise, not fall. Let’s see exactly how experts’ thinking has shifted – and what’s caused the change.

With the market gearing up for its busiest time of year, it’ll be important to make sure your house shines bright among the competition. Here are some valuable tips you can use to get your house market-ready.

If you’re looking for silver linings amid the recent Puget Sound tech sector layoffs, just look across the lake. Back in 2021, Bellevue’s tech scene was flourishing, as Amazon, Meta and other companies expanded to the east of Seattle.

If you’re looking to buy a home, you’ve probably been paying close attention to mortgage rates. Over the last couple of years, they hit record lows, rose dramatically, and are now dropping back down a bit. Ever wonder why?

Are you putting off your plans to sell because you’re worried you won’t be able to find a home you like when you move? If so, it may be time to consider a newly built home and the benefits that come with one. Here’s why.

If one of the goals on your list is selling your house and making a move this year, you’re likely juggling a mix of excitement about what’s ahead and feeling a little sentimental about your current home. A great way to balance those emotions and make sure you’re confident in your decision is to keep these three best practices in mind when you’re ready to sell.

Even though home prices are going up nationally, some people are still worried they might come down. In fact, a recent survey from Fannie Mae found that 24% of people think home prices will actually decline over the next 12 months. That means almost one out of every four people are dealing with that fear, and you might be, too. To help ease that concern, here’s what experts forecast will happen with prices this year.

With 6.59 million square feet of office space currently under construction, Seattle is ranked third in the country for commercial office development, according to CommercialEdge. This will bring a huge

Data from NAR shows the median down payment hasn’t been over 20% since 2005. In fact, for all homebuyers today it's only 15%. And it’s even lower for first-time homebuyers at…

The Eastside is making it easier for space industry leaders to shoot for the moon. The demand for rocket and…

Home sellers reveal why they decided to bypass professional representation—and the mistakes they made without a trusted adviser.

if you’re thinking about making a move, that can leave you with a lot of lingering questions. That’s where a trusted local real estate agent comes in. Here are the top 3 questions people are asking about today’s housing market, and the data to help answer them.