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buying NAR’s Updates: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know I am sure a lot of you have had a lot of questions about the recent changes and updates from the settlement made by the National Association of Realtors regarding commissions. A lot of people have been asking us why these changes should matter to them. The settlement looks to strengthen the already existing practice […]
buying 8 Key Steps for Homebuyers to Navigate the Journey to Homeownership Prepare to Purchase Your Dream Home: Identify Your Housing Needs and Wants: Create a list of must-haves and preferences for your future home. Consider factors such as location, size, number of bedrooms, and proximity to schools or workplaces. Select a Professional Real Estate Agent: Enlist the services of a reputable and skilled real estate agent […]
buying Find A New Home in Four Steps Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a current owner looking for a bigger home, the ideas below will help you better navigate that all-important first step: Finding a property that you like (and can afford). The search for a new home always starts out with a lot of excitement. But if you haven’t prepared, frustration […]
buying Investing In a Green Home Will Pay Dividends In 2019 As we step forward into 2019, eco-friendly “green homes” are more popular than ever. Upgrading your home’s sustainability improves quality of life for those residing in it, but it is also a savvy long-term investment. As green homes become more popular, properties boasting sustainable features have become increasingly desirable targets for homebuyers. Whether designing a […]
buying Where Are Home Prices Headed? Home price increases in the Puget Sound area have started to moderate. While down from the unsustainable highs of this spring, prices continue to be up compared to a year ago. So, where are home prices headed next? The Home Price Expectation Survey checks in with over 100 national real estate experts every quarter, including Windermere […]
buying How to Acquire the Right Appraisal for Your Home Appraisals are designed to protect buyers, sellers, and lending institutions. They provide a reliable, independent valuation of a tract of land and the structure on it, whether it’s a house or a skyscraper. Below, you will find information about the appraisal process, what goes into them, their benefits and some tips on how to help […]
buying Windermere Hosts Chinese Real Estate Leaders During Four-City U.S. Tour Last week Windermere hosted 16 members of the China Alliance of Real Estate Agencies (CAREA) during a daylong tour of Seattle and Bellevue, WA. CAREA is a coalition of the largest regional and national real estate companies in China, representing over 60 percent of all Chinese real estate sales. Their stop in Seattle was a […]
buying Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Buy a Home If you’ve been looking to buy a house, it’s easy to get discouraged. With our local real estate market still the hottest in the country, a lot of buyers have become frustrated after losing out to multiple offers and all-cash sales. While some buyers are considering waiting out the market, here is why that’s not a […]
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