Uncategorized Western Washington Real Estate Market Update The following analysis of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact your Windermere agent. A MESSAGE FROM […]
From Serena 10 Fun & FREE Ways to Pass the Time During Quarantine 1. Follow the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory on FacebookLocated in Key West, Florida, the beautiful 5,000 sq. ft. lush tropical garden holds turtles, various species of fish, 50-60 species of butterflies, and 23-25 different species of birds, including Flamingo Fridays featuring stars of the show Rhett and Scarlett. 2. Ride virtual rides from […]
Helpful Hints Your Guide to Spring Cleaning Many of us have found ourselves spending much of our time indoors as of late, and as spring blooms in the sunlight, you might be noticing that it’s time to treat your home to a little TLC. When it comes to wellness, your health and the health of your home go hand in hand. Here are some tips to guide you through […]
Financial Information Matthew Gardner Weekly COVID-19 Housing & Economic Update: 4/6/2020 In the latest episode of “Mondays with Matthew”, Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into part one of his two-part series analyzing the mortgage market. Today’s focus is on the substantial impact COVID-19 has had on jumbo mortgages. Check back next week when he’ll discuss conventional mortgages and provide his latest interest rate forecast.
Case Study SELLER SUCCESS STORY: Maximizing the sale of a property by exploring all possible uses Way back in 1998 one of my very first clients, a young Amie bought her first house in Georgetown for $122.000; those were the days! Over the years she refinanced and bought an investment property in Tacoma. She then moved out of her Georgetown place almost three years ago as she was able to buy […]
Events SAVE THE DATE: A fun evening of wine tasting & lawn bowling Dear friends, You’re invited to a fun evening of wine tasting and lawn bowling on Thursday, May 24, from 6 to 9 pm. Great wines – including a fabulous award winner! If you find something you like, purchase it direct from the vintners at a discount. We will also have yummy appetizers and free drawings […]
Decorating Tips 5 Small Things You Can Do to Improve Your Home Office Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic, many of us now find ourselves working from home. While it’s hard to complain about the commute, working from home can be an adjustment. For example, you may find yourself doing tasks around the house and suddenly you’ve missed several important emails. If you feel like you need some help being […]
Real Estate Info Coronavirus Protections for Home Sellers Before you decide to sell, be sure to seriously consider the risks of putting your home on the market right now. Talk with your Windermere agent to discuss your options. ❱ While open houses generate interest and traffic, groups are hard to control, and we want to practice “social distancing” when we can. We recommend […]
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Buyers Coronavirus Protections for Home Buyers As the situation develops with the COVID-19 pandemic, Windermere Real Estate is dedicated to taking steps to reduce the spread of the virus while continuing to work with home buyers. To help with this process, here are some ways you as a home buyer can keep yourself and others safe during the buying process. As […]
Real Estate Info What Makes A Home “Modern”? Sleek, sustainable design, open concept floor plans, minimalism, and eco-conscious thinking are defining characteristics of modern architecture. Recently, modern design concepts in home building have become more popular, and the resurgence of interest in modern real estate has followed suit.   These characteristics are what define Contemporary Architecture:  Clean geometric lines: At the heart of modernist values lies the simplification of form. Modernist homes have a very ‘linear’ feel with straight lines […]
Homeownership What ‘s My Home Worth? The Downside to Home Valuation Tools What’s your home worth? It is a seemingly simple question. However, discovering the worth of your home is more complicated than it might seem. Sites like Zillow, Redfin, Eppraisal, and others have built-in home valuation tools that make it seem easy, but how accurate are they? And if you get three different answers, which one […]
Community News Got to Run! 13 Seward Park Races in 2020 Have you ever wished for a list of the most popular Seward Park fun runs — either to join in or avoid the traffic on race day? Well look no further because we’ve got the rundown right here! Follow the links for more information. 1. Fitness for Vitality Resolution Series A two-race series that starts […]
Real Estate Info Tips for Building ADUs & DADUs Do you have an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU), or are thinking about building one? Here are some useful tips.. First, if you plan to sell a house and market your property with an ADU or DADU, you would be wise to make sure it is permitted with the city […]
Decorating Tips Incorporating Pantone’s Color of the Year into Your Home Classic Blue has officially been anointed Pantone’s 2020 “Color of the Year”. Pantone says it picked this color because of its ability to instill calm, confidence, and connection as we cross the threshold into a new decade. A dependable color, Classic Blue is timeless, and enduring, making it a great addition to just about any […]
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Local Giving Windermere Foundation Reaches $40 Million Donation Milestone As we head into a new decade, the Windermere Foundation reached a milestone in 2019 by raising nearly $3 million, bringing the grand total to over $40 million in donations raised since 1989. Twenty-five percent of the funds raised in 2019 were donated by agents from their commissions. The rest was raised through office fundraisers, […]
Case Study SELLER SUCCESS STORY: Minor renovations can bring in big bucks! Albert and his wife Tina had talked to me over two years ago in the early spring about selling their 1920’s house as they were thinking about moving to Olympia where they had family, and we discussed things that they could do to make their house more marketable. The house had been totally remodeled in […]
Real Estate Info Western Washington Real Estate Market Update This analysis of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner. I hope this information helps you to make well-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact me. ECONOMIC OVERVIEW Employment in Washington State continues to […]
Sellers Is it time to downsize? Choosing less space often has to do with a desire to live a life that’s simpler. Whether you’re retiring, want an eco-friendly, low-maintenance lifestyle or your children have moved away, downsizing might be the best option for you. Here are the advantages and disadvantages to consider before making the move and questions to begin asking […]
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