As we enter the fall season, brokers report that the real estate market is still highly saturated with buying activity. Concurrently there’s been a decline in mortgage applications, despite mortgage rates remaining below 3 percent.
Read MoreImproving Indoor Air Quality
Improving indoor air quality is a key factor of keeping a healthy home. Indoor allergens and irritants such as dust, pollen, and chemicals are often found in the air at home which can result in respiratory issues, allergy flare ups, and other illnesses. Here are a few tips to help keep your air clean.
Read MoreHome & Neighborhood Security
Even while we’re spending more time at home there are measures we can take to bolster the security of our homes and neighborhoods. Here are a few great tips to stay safe at and around your home.
Read MoreWhat's New In Smart Home Tech
It has been an interesting year for smart home technology. Here are a few innovative products frequently voted best smart home tech in 2020.
Read MoreAugust 2020 Market Update
Brokers report they are encountering more multiple offer situations as the market heats up. Buyers are not hesitating to jump in with offers over the asking price in hopes theirs is the chosen one. Extremely low mortgage rates are playing a significant role by providing home seekers with more buying power.
Read MoreMove-Up vs. Second Home: Which One Is Right For You?
Right now, we’re all stuck at home more than we want. So shouldn’t our home be our #HappyPlace?
But what would make your home life better? A bigger backyard? A dedicated office? A view of the ocean?
Read my latest blog post to find out whether a Larger Home or a Vacation Home would be a better choice for you!
Read MoreLowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today’s rates truly a bargain?
Read MoreAdd Value To Your Home With These 9 DIY Improvements
Whether you’re prepping your house to go on the market or looking for ways to maximize its long-term appreciation, these nine home improvement projects are great ways to add function, beauty, and real value to your home.
Read MoreLate Spring (almost Summer!) Maintenance Checklist
Now that Spring is officially here and Summer is right around the corner, Tanner and I are spending the next few weeks on maintenance items. That way we can fully enjoy the beautiful Seattle Summer that we deserve! I put together a seasonal maintenance checklist and would like to share it with you! Tanner and I have found it to be a very helpful resource. I hope you do, as well!
Read MoreIs Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate?
Traditionally, spring is one of the busiest times of the year for real estate. However, the coronavirus outbreak—and subsequent stay-at-home orders—led many buyers and sellers to put their moving plans on hold. In April, new listings fell nearly 45%, and sales volume fell 15% compared to last year.
Fortunately, as restrictions have eased, I’ve seen an uptick in market activity. And economists at Realtor.com expect a rebound in July, August, and September, as fears about the pandemic subside, and buyers return to the market with pent-up demand from a lost spring season.
But given safety concerns and the current economic climate, is it prudent to jump back into the real estate market?
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