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Buying Market Insights: May 2025 May 2025 Market Insights May 2025: Our inventory continues to increase, moving us toward a more balanced market. This is a direct result of a high number of new listings added in both markets. At the same time, we are still seeing a healthy volume of pending listings as compared to last month. Our markets […]
Buying The Biggest Home Buying and Selling Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) The Biggest Home Buying and Selling Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) There’s nothing more exciting, rewarding, and fulfilling than buying or selling a home. However, it’s a complex transaction, and there are several steps along the path that can confuse even the most seasoned buyers and sellers. How can you avoid potential selling pitfalls […]
Buying Real Estate Contingencies: What They Are and Why They Matter Real Estate Contingencies: What They Are and Why They Matter Imagine a home-buying scenario where you make an offer, the seller immediately accepts, and everything goes smoothly until you’re handed the keys. It’s possible, but more often, buying a home involves negotiation, counteroffers, and a back-and-forth dialogue between buyer and seller to reach a deal. And in […]
Buying Market Insights: April 2025 April 2025 Market Insights April 2025: Inventory levels are beginning to rise toward more typical levels, providing buyers with a greater selection of homes to choose from. This increase is helping to ease competition and shift the market toward a more balanced state. March saw a notable uptick in homes going under contract, which translated […]
Buying Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t Stocks May Be Volatile, But Home Values Aren’t With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that […]
Buying When is the Best Time to Buy a House? When is the Best Time to Buy a House? There’s a factor of the home buying process that can often be the catalyst for everything that follows. That factor is timing. Much of the dialogue-rightfully so-around buying a home is focused on the “what.” However, it’s often the case that the “when” is just as […]
Buying Market Insights: March 2025 March 2025 Market Insights March 2025: More sellers are bringing their homes to the market during the active spring selling season. Active and pending listings are seeing modest but steady growth in both of our markets. It is more important than ever to align yourself with a strong, local expert to help ensure your success […]
Buying Making the Most of a Home Inspection Making the Most of a Home Inspection A home inspection can be a useful tool for buyers, sellers, and anyone looking to protect their investment and get the greatest possible value from their home. Identifying Issues Early When you’re selling a house, a pre-sale inspection can be incredibly beneficial. By identifying any potential problems your […]
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Buying Market Insights: February 2025 February 2025 Market Insights February 2025: In today’s market, pricing your home correctly from the start is more important than ever. Homes in our area are selling at 95-96% of the original list price, but they are selling at 99% of their current list price. This means that many sellers are making price adjustments before […]
Buying What You Need To Know About Homeowner’s Insurance What You Need To Know About Homeowner’s Insurance Homeowner’s insurance is a must-have to protect what’s probably your biggest investment – your home. And while you never want to think about worst-case scenarios, the right coverage is basically your safety net if something goes wrong. Here’s how it helps you. Covers Repairs and Rebuilding Costs: If your home […]
Buying Finding Your New Home in Four Steps Finding Your New Home in Four Steps Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or a seasoned homeowner looking for a new space, navigating the real estate market can feel confusing and overwhelming without the proper guidance and tools. But with some preparation and a solid game plan, you’ll be unlocking the door to your dream […]
Buying Market Insights: January 2025 January 2025 Market Insights January 2025: The traditionally slower winter months have shown promising signs of life in our local market. Active inventory in Stanwood and Camano Island has increased by nearly 29%, offering more options for buyers and sparking renewed market activity. This increase in inventory is motivating buyers, with pending sales rising from […]
Buying Windermere Partners with Esterre to Reimagine Second Home Ownership Windermere Partners with Esterre to Reimagine Second Home Ownership As more and more people desire an escape from everyday life, the appeal of second home ownership has grown stronger. But when the dream of owning a vacation home meets the reality of maintenance, expenses, and logistics, many buyers begin to question whether the rewards outweigh […]
Buying Why More People Are Buying Multi-Generational Homes Today Why More People Are Buying Multi-Generational Homes Today Today, 17% of homebuyers are choosing multi-generational homes – that’s when you buy a house with your parents, adult children, or even distant relatives. What makes that noteworthy is that 17% is actually the highest level ever recorded by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). But what’s driving the recent rise in multi-generational living? […]
Buying Market Insights: December 2024 December 2024 Market Insights December 2024: December 2024 brought a quiet close to the year in the housing market, driven by two main factors: rising mortgage rates and typical seasonal slowdowns. Despite the Federal Reserve Bank implementing three interest rate cuts in 2024, mortgage rates rose to just above 7%, their highest level in six […]
Buying What To Save for When Buying a Home What To Save for When Buying a Home Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. By understanding the costs you may encounter upfront, you can take control of the process. Here are just a few things experts say you should be thinking about as […]
Buying Market Insights: November 2024 November 2024 Market Insights November 2024: Election years often bring short-term uncertainty, which can temporarily slow the market. However, long-term trends remain resilient. Home prices historically continue to rise year over year, regardless of political shifts. For buyers and sellers, focusing on personal financial readiness and individual needs is far more productive than trying to […]
Buying Market Insights: October 2024 October 2024 Market Insights October 2024: Our local real estate market is showing signs of balance. The average home price has increased by 12% from last year. However, prices have remained relatively stable in recent months, averaging around $800,000. Homes take about 36 days to sell on average. Sales prices vary, with some listings selling […]
Buying Is Gray Out? The Changing Trends in Real Estate Design Is Gray Out? The Changing Trends in Real Estate Design For the last decade, gray has dominated the real estate world. Gray walls, gray cabinets, gray flooring, this neutral hue was everywhere. From modern apartments to suburban homes, it was the go-to color for creating a clean, sophisticated look that appealed to home buyers. But […]
Buying Benefits of Home Equity in Home Buying The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. That’s because, once they sell, they can use the equity they have in their current house toward their next down payment. And it’s why as home equity […]

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