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Newsletter Seabrook, WA: Your Next Great Escape Summer has arrived, and if you are looking for a great escape only 3 hours from Seattle, you should check out Seabrook on the Washington Coast! We had the opportunity to enjoy it this winter, and we are excited to share all the aspects this gem of a town has to offer, along with a discount […]
Newsletter Design Trends for 2026 & Beyond: Softer, Lived-In Luxury As we find ourselves in the midst of spring, freshening up our surroundings is a natural inclination. If you have been dreaming of updating your space, trying something new, or just want an overall refresh, we’ve uncovered the latest trends to help inspire your next project. Don’t miss all the fun links below that help bring […]
Newsletter Market Realities & Opportunities: Equity Growth, Improved Affordability & Overall Stability With so many headlines about the housing market right now, we wanted to give you a clear, local, data-backed update, specifically breaking down what’s happening in King and Snohomish counties. While the national conversation can feel uncertain, the local numbers tell a much more grounded story. The biggest disruption we have experienced so far this year was the increase in interest […]
Cost vs. Value Why Home Preparation and Staging Matter More Than Ever In today’s market, buyers have more options, and with affordability challenges, they’re more selective than ever. That means first impressions aren’t just important… they’re everything. In fact, as of March 30th, 2026, month-to-date new listings are up in King County by 23% over February 2026, and up 13% over March 2025. In Snohomish County they are […]
Newsletter February Stats for King & Snohomish Counties Have Posted and There is a Story to Tell! We are starting to see the normal, seasonal uptick in new listings as winter starts to thaw and the trees start to bud. The good news about this uptick in new inventory is it is up year-over-year, illustrating that more sellers are coming to market. Inventory has been pressured since the rise in interest rates, […]
Newsletter What You Need to Know NOW: Real Time Trends for 2026 So Far A New Year always brings new energy to the real estate market, and 2026 is already starting to show signs of growth, more movement, and a return to normalcy. After three years of slower sales due to higher interest rates, homeowners not wanting to give up their historically low interest rates, and prices remaining stable, 2026 […]
Newsletter Top Takeaways from Matthew Gardner’s Economic Forecast Event Last week, my office had the pleasure of hosting esteemed economist Matthew Gardner, who presented his Economic and Housing Market Forecast for 2026. He looked at the national and local (King & Snohomish counties) economies and housing markets and shared his insights. This included a look back at 2025 and a gathering of facts, trends, and […]
Newsletter Multi-Generational Housing Solutions: How to Pool Resources, Choose the Right Property, and Build Wealth Together As we head into the New Year and continue analyzing how to overcome affordability challenges in today’s market, I wanted to cover another important topic. In my last newsletter, we discussed house hacking strategies for first time buyers and the importance of remaining realistic about your budget and what to focus on in order to […]
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Newsletter Affordability Strategies: House Hacking Tips to Help Overcome Monthly Payment Barriers While we are seeing the market show signs of improvement and uptick in activity in Q4 2025, the biggest challenge we see in the real estate market is affordability. Prices in our area have remained stable after many years of appreciation, and interest rates, while improving, are hovering around 6.25%. This combination has monthly payments expensive, […]
Newsletter Do 50-Year Mortgages Really Help Buyer Affordability? Carefully consider your options and other house hacking tricks. The recently announced proposal of implementing a 50-year mortgage product had tongues wagging last week. There were countless articles, posts and news stories that jumped on the story. There was lots of debate about whether this type of product would be a smart choice in the long term, even though it provides a lower monthly payment. It is not a mystery that […]
Cost vs. Value Let’s Celebrate: Equity & Inventory As we round out 2025, we wanted to share some aspects of the current real estate market worth celebrating: equity and inventory! Below, you will see a 10-year equity study for Snohomish and King Counties, based on Single-Family Residential and Condos, along with a current assessment of inventory levels and their effects on the climate […]
Newsletter Data Over Drama: Why This Market Is a Reset, Not a Recession The numbers tell us we’re steady, not sinking. Let’s replace uncertainty with perspective and see how stability sets the stage for opportunity and long-term success. After years of rapid appreciation, the market is simply taking a breath. Prices are holding steady, inventory is at its healthiest level in over a decade, and interest rates are […]
Newsletter Interest Rates Ease: Why Now is a Smart Time to Buy Two unique opportunities have lined up for buyers: Lower Interest Rates – With rates down almost three-quarters of a point, a $500,000 mortgage costs $232 less per month than it would have just a short time ago. That’s nearly $84,000 saved over 30 years. More Homes to Choose From – We’re seeing the highest inventory in […]
Newsletter Power Shift: Increased Selection, Interest Rate Stability, and Tempered Price Growth give Buyers an Edge 2025 has been the year of a power shift in the real estate market, as we experience more balance in the market. Increased inventory has provided the biggest advantage for buyers, giving them more selection, which has teampered price growth and aided affordability. In King County, there were 43% more available listings in July 2025 […]
Newsletter When it’s Time to Move on to the Next Chapter: A Guide for Baby Boomers and Their Families In 2025, we have seen a year-over-year increase in new listings. New listings are up 16% in King County and 10% in Snohomish County, following a 19% increase in King County and an 18% increase in Snohomish County in 2024 compared to 2023. This mounting increase piqued my curiosity, and I began to notice some […]
Community Events PROPERTY CONDITION MATTERS: Two Exclusive Equity Loan Programs for Windermere Clients Listing Their Homes As market conditions shift and inventory increases, we are seeing that homes brought to market with sound property maintenance and thoughtful improvements are selling the fastest and yielding the highest returns. Inventory is up 62% year-over-year in King County and 48% in Snohomish County, highlighting the importance of standing out amongst the crowd. With interest rates […]
Newsletter Change is Inevitable, Find the Opportunities in the Shift The headlines are swirling about the real estate market. The environment is shifting from a seller’s market to a balanced market, creating opportunities for buyers and holding sellers to exacting standards. The primary factors affecting this shift are inventory levels, interest rates, and consumer confidence. These are the same factors that commonly influence the market conditions, […]
Newsletter Need to Know: Top Takeaways from our Homeowners Insurance Panel Last week, my office hosted a panel discussion on the hot topic of homeowners insurance. In the wake of several natural disasters, supply chain issues, and inflation on building materials, homeowners insurance is currently experiencing a “hard market”. Non-renewal and cancellation rates are rising, some carriers are leaving certain states, and specific aspects of a home, […]
Newsletter Must Know: Homeowners Insurance Risk + Informational Event As your trusted real estate advisor, my service to you is beyond the transaction of buying and selling real estate. Your home is your nest egg and often your most significant financial investment, requiring care and attention to maintain and protect it. An important aspect of protecting your home is your Homeowners Insurance Policy. In the wake […]
Newsletter Market Snapshot: A Quick Look at Preliminary Q1 Stats As we head into Q2, I wanted to review preliminary Q1 stats in order to report the latest trends in the market. The spring market has sprung, and activity is positive on both the seller and buyer side. The two charts above show key market factors from two points of view, March 2025 over February 2025 (Month […]
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