Since the coronavirus pandemic began, our local Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma and world-wide real estate markets have been affected. As your real estate professional, I am working hard provide regular updates and information. Read my blogs and subscribe to my monthly newsletter to make sure you don’t miss out on this valuable information.

The short answer is no. A close analysis of what the market factors at work should leave homeowners feeling more assured.

The Governor announced the real estate Phase 2 Guidelines for real estate. The main change is that 3 people will be allowed a a time as soon as each county approves Phase 2. Real estate has been on the essential list since March 25th with some special Covid19 guidelines covered in this article.

Families are suddenly spending a lot more time together at home. If you are running out of things to keep your kids busy, consider doing some of these DIY projects! Doing small home renovations together will create a bonding moment, can be great lessons in project management for people of all ages, and a chance to improve communication and patience with one another.

Since the coronavirus pandemic began, our local Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma and world-wide real estate markets have been affected. As your real estate professional, I am working hard provide regular updates and information. Read my blogs and subscribe to my monthly newsletter to make sure you don’t miss out on this valuable information.

As your home sale reaches it’s final stages, all the packing and moving can be stressful. As your Realtor, part of my job is to help alleviate stress with helpful information. A normal closing period is usually about 30 days. Once the inspection and appraisal are completed, the buyer has invested money and passed most of the contingencies, so barring any unforeseen issues, the home sale is likely closing (and hopefully on time)! If you have any questions or concerns about any of these - just ask me. It’s a complicated process, but with the help of your team of professionals - Realtor, Escrow, Title, Lender, etc… we will work together to make it as smooth as possible.

Since the coronavirus pandemic began, our local and world-wide real estate markets have been affected. As your real estate professional, I am working hard provide regular updates and information. Read my blogs and subscribe to my monthly newsletter to make sure you don’t miss out on this valuable information.

The question on the top of every first-time home buyer’s mind is whether or not it is cheaper to rent or buy. Arguments are frequently made about whether buying or renting makes more financial sense. Financial analysts watch the costs of both homeownership and the rental market to see which is more affordable. According to Realtor.com, the gap in cost between renting and buying has been steadily decreasing over the past years. Although the monthly rent versus mortgage may make it seem like it is more affordable to rent, it may end up costing you more money in the long term.

Many real estate markets across the United States are currently experiencing low inventory. Navigating a market with limited inventory can be an extra challenge, but can be done successfully following these top 5 tips.

The Coronavirus Pandemic has been surreal. Businesses and individuals have been continually adapting to stay safe and healthy during this worldwide outbreak. With the help and suggestions of our local RE/MAX, Realtor and MLS offices, your real estate professionals are working together to keep everyone safe, while continuing to help people buy and sell real estate.

As your real estate expert - I am always watching the market and am happy to be your source for real estate information. Let me know if you would like more information, pdf reports, and/or info specific for your neighborhood! Here is the latest updates January, February, and into the beginning of March 2020.

Keep current with updates on the Seattle / Bellevue real estate market. See how December 2019 compared to last year and previous months with great articles, infographics, and videos.

Congratulations on your new home! There are so many steps in the home buying process and you are not quite done yet. Once you have successfully completed the loan approval and in the days before closing, this important task list will help you on the day of or shortly after closing. Packing and moving can be exciting and sometimes stressful. Hopefully this list will help you to make a smooth transition into your new home.

Outside of employment, income, and financial information, most mortgage applicants aren’t sure what is being considered on their mortgage application. These qualifying ratios will help you to understand some of the deciding factors in the mortgage pre-approval process. Use these ratios to get a sense of where you are and develop a plan to get yourself in the best financial condition for you upcoming mortgage application.

Homeowners try to upgrade their home with resale value in mind. However, not all home improvements will yield added value to the property. Which improvements will give you the best return on investment so you can strategize what to do before you list your house for sale?