Like most things in 2020, the current real estate market is nothing like the experts had predicted at the beginning of the year. The pandemic has affected the way the real estate market is operating, and for many homeowners around the country, it has created an ideal scenario to sell.
Read MoreThe process of selling a home comes with uncertainties. The good news is that a trusted real estate professional can provide you with their expertise and guidance allowing you to sell your home within the time frame and price range you desire. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions surrounding a home sale:
Read MoreYour roof is a critical part of your home. Protecting you from the elements all year round, your roof takes the brunt of any weather that comes through your town. That exposure every single day can lead to wear and tear, and sometimes that can lead to issues that need repaired. It isn’t always obvious when your roof needs a fix, but here are some indicators that it may be time to call a roofer!
Read MoreMaybe you haven’t started looking yet, or you found a home you love but COVID is postponing the move. Either way, you can use this time of waiting to create a plan or wish list for what you want to find or the changes you want to make. The best way to start this list is to use your current space to decide what you wouldn’t want in a new home.
Read MoreNew construction home design is a great tool to use whether you are remodeling your own home or looking to renovate and flip an investment property. New homes are specifically designed to appeal to a wide base of buyers assuring that the design style will not alienate any potential sales down the road. New construction companies hire expert interior designers who understand how people are living and what they want to see in their homes. They also have a keen eye for blending functional living with a beautiful aesthetic.
Read MoreThe coronavirus pandemic has shifted the way we live life and perform business, and real estate has been no exception to this. In a time where many people are trying to minimize social exposure as much as possible, virtual home tours and open houses have become the new way of conducting real estate online.
Read MoreFamilies 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.
Read MoreThe appraisal process is one of the key components in any home sale. A real estate appraisal is an expert valuation of a house and the property it is located on. Although appraisals are widely used to determine the true value of a property in the event of a home sale or mortgage refinance, there are many misconceptions surrounding them. Today we are dispelling these common appraisal myths.
Read MoreThe current COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way the world is living. For the first time in decades, Americans are spending far more time at home and only leaving the house only out of necessity. This time surrounded by our families has required our homes to function in new ways. People are working from home much more than they ever had before, the dining room has become homeschool headquarters and the kitchen is getting a lot more mileage these days. Will some of these needs become permanent or will we have a short memory? Here are some ways that pandemic is changing the way we function in our homes:
Read MoreThese are general rules of thumb in a market that has high inventory and fewer buyers. For most recessions in the history of recording them, housing market did not dip below the trendline of 5% growth, EXCEPT for the housing crash of 2008. Overall there is slowdown of growth, which means that the value of your home just doesn’t climb as high as expected in an up market. In Seattle it’s yet to be seen if the economy can overall income can support a balanced market.
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