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Buying a Home Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped to their lowest point so far this year (6.55%). While that may not sound like a […]
Selling Your House More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead. When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing. But according to the latest data from Redfin, that’s happening a bit more often lately. The good news is, it’s completely avoidable if you lean on an agent for insight into why that is and […]
Selling Your House Why Your Home’s Asking Prices Matters More Today  
Buying a Home Why Homeownership Is Going To Be Worth It Are you considering homeownership, but still not sure if it’s the right decision? Things are unpredictable these days – inflation, the economy, and the housing market. But in the middle of all that uncertainty, there’s one thing a lot of people still crave – a place to call their own. When everything else feels up […]
Feng Shui 10 Simple Decluttering Tips
Real Estate News The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective Headlines are saying home prices are starting to dip in some markets. And if you’re beginning to second guess your plans based on what you’re hearing in the media, here’s what you need to know. It’s true that a few metros are seeing slight price drops. But don’t let that overshadow this simple truth. Home […]
Selling Your House Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s What To Do Now. n your house doesn’t sell, it doesn’t just feel frustrating – it feels personal. You put time, money, and emotional energy into this move. You told your friends and family it was happening. And now that your listing has expired without a buyer? You’re left feeling stuck. And here’s what most agents won’t tell you. […]
Home Equity You May Have Enough Equity to Downsize Have you been holding off on downsizing? If so, you should know your equity could make your move possible. Homeowners today have so much equity that a record number are buying their next house in all cash. And that has some big benefits like making their offer more appealing, potentially closing faster, and not having […]
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Real Estate Agents Why Most Sellers Hire Real Estate Agents Today Selling your house without an agent as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) may be something you’ve considered. But you should know that, in today’s shifting market, more homeowners are deciding that’s just not worth the risk. According to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the number of homeowners selling without […]
Buying a Home Why More Sellers Are Choosing To Move, Even with Today’s Rates It’s hard to let go of a 3% mortgage rate. There’s no question about it. It’s the main reason why so many homeowners have delayed their move in recent years. But here’s something to consider. While your low rate might be ideal, it doesn’t make up being too cramped, having a staircase your knees can’t […]
Buying a Home 3 Reasons To Buy a Home This Summer Are you thinking about buying a home, but not sure if now’s the right time? A lot of people are waiting and wondering what the market’s going to do next. But here’s something only the savviest buyers realize: This summer might actually be the best time to buy in years. Here are three big reasons […]
Seasonal Home Maintenance 10 Simple Decluttering Tips for Summer
Local Market Update Local Look: Western Washington Housing Update 6/4/2025 Here’s a transcript from Jeff Tucker’s latest Local Look video update: Hi, this is Jeff Tucker, Principal Economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a local look at the May 2025 data from the Northwest MLS. Last month we saw a sudden pullback in pending sales, and those chickens came home to roost with […]
Local Market Update The Numbers to Know Right Now: A Market Update from Jeff Tucker Here’s a transcript from Jeff Tucker’s latest video: Hi, I’m Jeff Tucker, Principal Economist at Windermere Real Estate, and these are the numbers to know right now. This week, I’m jumping back in to check on the elephant in the room this spring: tariffs. Tariffs Are Down—but Still Historically High The first number to know […]
Seasonal Home Maintenance Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Market Forecast What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. That’s leaving a lot of people wondering what it means for the value of their home – and their buying power. Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in the housing […]
Real Estate News 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 may make you feel a little worried about […]
Selling Your House Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger. But why is that? As Redfin says: “. . . today’s housing market has been topsy-turvy since the pandemic. Low inventory (though rising) and high prices have created a strange mix: Some homes are flying […]
Market Forecast Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next and whether now is really the right time to move. Let’s check in with the experts and find out what’s on tap for the second half of 2025. Leading housing experts are starting to release […]
Home Inspections Why You’ll Want A Home Inspection: Infographic Once your offer is accepted, an inspector will assess the condition of the house, including things like the roof, foundation, plumbing, and more. That information is incredibly important and paves the way for you to re-negotiate with the seller, as needed. So, you don’t want to skip this step. An inspection is your chance to […]
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