Design Iconic TV Homes That Shaped Home Design and How to Recreate the Look Some homes are memorable long after the credits roll. Maybe it’s the purple door of Monica’s apartment in Friends, the waterfront setting of the Sleepless in Seattle houseboat, or the grand estates and pastel interiors of Bridgerton. Over time, homes on television and film have done more than provide a backdrop for our favorite characters. They’ve shaped how we think […]
Design Victorian Interior Design: How to Bring the Style Home Victorian interior design is known for richness, detail, and a sense that nearly every element of a room deserves attention. Ornate woodwork, patterned wallpaper, saturated colors, layered textiles, and collected objects all have a place within the style. Yet incorporating Victorian design into a home today doesn’t have to mean recreating a nineteenth-century parlor. With a […]
Sellers Sustainable Upgrades That Help Your Home Sell for More Selling a home begins with understanding how much it’s worth. After an initial assessment, you may want to make some updates to increase the value of your property. There are several ways to do that, including boosting your curb appeal or making renovations with significant ROI potential. As you research potential projects, keep in mind that making your […]
Real Estate News & Information Washington Climbs to No. 9 In Annual State Ranking, Reversing Multi-year Slide After a multi-year slip down the U.S. News & World Report “Best States” list, Washington moved up to No. 9 in latest edition released in late July, edging out last year’s 10th-place finish. It’s not quite back to the No. 2 ranking the state held in 2023, but its trend reversal is good news. U.S. […]
Real Estate Listings NEW LISTING: Bothell Home Steps from Sammamish River Trail 11331 E Riverside Drive Bothell, WA 98011 Listed at $1,058,000 MLS #2557512 CLIP #4695637128 Beds: 6 Baths: 3 Size: 2,714 sqft Year Built: 1941 Lot Size Area: 15,650.00 sqft Heating: High Efficiency, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air, Ductless Imagine mornings that start softly with birdsong and coffee from your deck just steps from the Sammamish […]
Real Estate News & Information Local Market Update – August 2026 July brought a shift across our four markets: after a year of building inventory and softening prices, every market area moved into balanced territory, with prices staying relatively steady across the board. Buyers, working with more leverage than in recent years, are finding more homes to choose from and taking more time to make decisions. […]
Sellers When Is a Home Seller Paid? Understanding the Closing Process A successful home sale doesn’t end with an accepted offer. Behind every closing is a carefully coordinated process involving escrow, title, lenders, and legal documentation—all working together to ensure ownership is transferred securely and funds are distributed correctly. Knowing what happens during the final stretch can help you approach closing day with confidence. So, When Does […]
Real Estate News & Information Private Listings Are Creating a Buyer Problem. How Will We Solve It? by OB Jacobi This article was originally published by Inman News on July 27, 2026.  The House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust just sent letters to Compass CEO Robert Reffkin and Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) CEO Rebecca Jensen, demanding briefings on the companies’ private listing partnership. Congress wants to know whether the deal – which pushes Compass’s “Private […]
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Buyers Pros and Cons of Buying New Construction For many buyers, there’s something exciting about being the first person to live in a home. New construction offers modern layouts, updated finishes, and the opportunity to start fresh without taking on someone else’s renovation projects. While buying a newly built home has plenty of advantages, it also comes with a few tradeoffs that are worth considering […]
Living 6 Commonly Missed Cleaning Spots It’s easy to get into a routine when cleaning your home season after season, year after year. While simply going over the same spots may make your home feel cleaner, at the same time, it allows the neglected areas to become dirtier. Here are six commonly missed spots around the home that, once given the attention […]
Real Estate News & Information High Rates, Prices Drive King County Buyers Toward Adjustable-Rate Mortgages King County homebuyers are increasingly turning to adjustable-rate mortgages to reduce their monthly homeownership costs. With the county’s median home price approaching $1 million and mortgage rates stubbornly above 6%, the affordability pressures driving this trend continue to grow. Unlike traditional fixed-rate mortgages, adjustable-rate mortgages start with a lower interest rate that remains fixed for […]
SOLD SOLD: Rare 5-BR, 2200-SF, 2-Level Shorewood Home HELPED BUYERS GET UNDER CONTRACT 11633 18th Avenue SW Burien, WA 98146 Sold: $775,000 Beds: 5 Baths: 2 Size: 2,200 sqft Year Built: 1960 Lot Size Area: 7,200.00 sqft Garage Spaces: Yes Heating: Heat Pump Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump County/Parish: King Subdivision: Shorewood MLS #: 2528701 CLIP #: 2605605269 Rare 5-bedroom, 2200 SF two […]
Real Estate Listings NEW LISTING: Rare Townhome-Style Condo in Maple Leaf 8800 20th Avenue NE #B202 Seattle, WA 98115 Listed: $440,000 Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Size: 1,098 sqft Type: Condominium Year Built: 1979 Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air Cooling: None HOA Fee: $637 Monthly Pets Allowed: Cats OK County: King Subdivision: Maple Leaf MLS #: 2553608 CLIP #: 4202152358 Rare townhome-style condo offering the perfect blend of […]
Sellers Home Appraisals Explained: What Sellers Should Expect If you’re selling your home, there’s a good chance you’ll hear the word appraisal shortly after accepting an offer. While it may feel like just another step in the transaction, a home appraisal plays an important role in many home sales, especially when a buyer is financing their purchase with a mortgage. For many sellers, […]
Real Estate News & Information Local Market Update – July 2026 Inventory continued to grow across all four of our local market areas in June, creating a more balanced environment than we’ve seen in recent years. Compared to June 2025, home prices softened in each market area, and buyers are benefiting from increased selection and more negotiation power. Well-prepared, competitively priced homes continue to attract strong […]
Living 5 Tips to Organize Your Closet An untidy closet can clutter your mind. Organize your closet section by section and you’ll improve your morning routine, get rid of extra belongings, and clean up your home in the process. Before you begin your closet purge, it helps to visualize how you want it to look. Your closet’s size and dimensions will determine much of […]
Living Essential Tips for Building the Grilling Station of Your Dreams Summer is the season for outdoor entertaining, which means it’s time to fire up the grill and dust off the patio furniture. But is your yard the grilling paradise you want it to be, or is it more of a fixer-upper? Here are a few tips to get your backyard in prime shape for the […]
Buyers What is a Buyer’s Market? Much can be determined about the conditions of a local real estate market by examining supply and demand. When the supply of available homes exceeds buyer demand, it’s known as a buyer’s market. Reduced listing prices, longer days on market, and an increase in price reductions are all common signs of a buyer’s market. While […]
Buyers Planning Ahead: A 12-Month Guide to Buying Your First Home Thinking about buying a home can be daunting, especially if it’s your first time. What should be an exciting milestone can feel overwhelming without a clearly defined roadmap, and diving in headfirst without a solid plan can lead to unnecessary stress, financial surprises, and missed opportunities. However, by establishing a timeline and breaking the process […]
Living Streamlining Your Life: 7 Tips to Make Downsizing Easier Whether you’re retiring, moving into a smaller space, or simply want to live more minimally, downsizing can simplify the process. After all, the fewer belongings you have, the less you need to pack, move, and organize in your new place. But for many of us, the mere idea of downsizing can be daunting. How do […]