Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, shopping for a new home can feel daunting. In fact, 56% of buyers said that “finding the right property” was the most difficult step in the home buying process
Read More2019 Fall Maintenance Checklist
It’s that time of year again. School’s started, football seems to be everywhere, it’s getting cooler at night and the days are getting shorter. Before the weather turns, there are things that you’ll need to do in order to get your home prepared for the colder fall and winter months.
Read MoreThe Home Equity Playbook
Home equity represents the largest single asset of millions of people, and because it represents so much of an individual’s net worth, it imperative to treat it with respect. Home equity is not a liquid asset until a property is sold, or unless it is borrowed against.
Read MoreLive Market Stats
Here are some of the graphs I use to interpret market trends. Check back frequently at the beginning of each month, as they are updated automatically! If you need some customized live market stats, comprised of the best information available, let me know! I am happy to set you up with your own stats page.
Read MoreNational Snapshot: How's the Real Estate Market?
The U.S. unemployment rate is at a 50-year low, and consumer confidence remains high. In fact, the University of Michigan’s latest Surveys of Consumersfound that Americans have their most positive personal finance outlook since 2003.
However, if you follow national news, you’ve probably heard speculation that we could be headed toward a recession.
Read More5 Step Strategy for Downsizing Your Home
In our “bigger is better” culture, there’s an expectation that each home should be larger and grander than the last. But life changes like divorce, kids leaving for college, or even the simple act of growing older can prompt us to find a smaller home that better suits our shifting needs and lifestyle.
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investing
Despite the grim economic outlook for some industries, one sector is gaining viability -- real estate.
Read MoreWill Your Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel. Some homeowners make updates to their property before listing it to maximize their potential sales revenue.
Read MoreCost Vs. Value - Top 5 Projects of 2019
Hello.
As your Real Estate Consultant, I keep you updated on how best to invest your home improvement dollars. According to the 2019 Cost Vs. Value Report for the Seattle area, these are the top 5 updates that you can make to your home that will bring the highest return on investment. Of course, I have my own professional opinion on each of these items.
Read MoreLights for Liberty Yoga Class & Vigil: All proceeds go to RAICES | July 12
Misa Yoga is holding a 2 hour outdoor yoga class co-taught by Elizabeth Davis Thomas of Misa Yoga & Terilyn Wyre of Donation Only Temple Space. Suggested donation of $25+ will go to RAICES, a nonprofit agency that promotes justice by providing free and low-cost legal services to underserved immigrant children, families, and refugees.
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