Design 7 Ideas for Creating a Beautiful Yard Spring is in the air and homeowners everywhere are preparing for a season of tending to their yards. Whether you’re looking to tackle a complete makeover, boost your home’s curb appeal, or simply make a few DIY upgrades, these ideas will help you make the most of your home’s landscaping. 7 Ideas for Creating a Beautiful Yard […]
Living Choosing the Right Fence and Gate for Your Home Whether you are looking to improve your curb appeal, create more security or privacy, or cordon off a side garden, a fence or gate can be a practical and creative solution. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which material is best for your home. By focusing on your budget […]
Real Estate News & Information Q1 2022 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update The following analysis of select counties 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 Real […]
Living Tips For Emergency Preparedness With homeownership comes the responsibility of having to plan ahead for life’s unknowns. Emergencies come in many forms, depending on your local climate. So whether its more likely that you and your household need to prepare for the potential of a wildfire, a flood, or a winter storm, it’s crucial to have resources on hand to limit […]
SOLD SOLD: Homes in Seattle, Puyallup, Tukwila & Auburn Pending Listings: 14642 8th Avenue SW Seattle, WA 98166 $490,000 Beds: 4 Baths: 1 1,360 sqft Days on Market: 5 Squeaky-clean rambler in excellent location! Walk to fun coffee shops, bakeries, restaurants & shops in downtown Burien, or stroll to beaches at Seahurst Park when you’d rather recharge with water-sky-trees than Starbucks. This home has […]
Sellers Selling Your Home: Capital Gains Tax When you sell your home, you stand to receive an influx of cash. Though there are several costs associated with a home sale, you can likely still bank on the fact that you’ll be depositing a lump sum in the near future. But before you start planning how you’ll use the money or start looking for […]
Buyers Renting vs Buying: Which is better for you? Deciding whether to rent or buy can be a difficult decision, but with the right analysis, you can determine which is best for you. Knowing whether it’s the right time to rent or buy depends on your buying power, what you’re looking for in a home, your local market conditions, your plans for you and your household, […]
Design What is Industrial Design? Although primarily found in lofts, large apartments, commercial buildings, and other industrial spaces, you can easily borrow elements of industrial design when decorating your home. Born out of the Industrial Revolution, industrial’s unique style can create dynamic and visually striking interior spaces that feel clean, minimalist, and above all, modern. What is Industrial Design? The industrial […]
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Sellers Landscaping Tips That Can Increase Your Home’s Value When you own a home, there’s a natural desire to invest in landscaping projects that help beautify your yard. But for those who are preparing to sell, the emphasis should be on specific projects that boost your home’s curb appeal and add to its value. The following landscaping tips can help you position your home to […]
Living A Quick Guide to Urban Farming Urban farming can be a fun way to produce your own nutritious and sustainable food supply for your household while learning about self-sufficiency and gardening. Though urban farming likely won’t replace your household’s entire food intake, it is an environmentally friendly complement that can help lower your reliance upon commercial grocery stores over time. A Quick Guide […]
Buyers What to Consider When Buying a Second Home In some ways, the process of buying a second home is like buying a primary home. However, there are several key differences that require consideration before you make an offer. Whether you have visions of curating your ideal vacation home, are planning for retirement, or view the property as an investment opportunity, a second home can be […]
Real Estate News & Information Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrencies in Real Estate This video is the latest in our Monday with Matthew series with Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. Each month, he analyzes the most up-to-date U.S. housing data to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market.  Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s chief economist, Matthew Gardner, and welcome to the latest […]
SOLD SOLD: Seattle Cape Cod + West Seattle CoBuy 6715 35th Avenue SW Seattle, WA 98126 Listing price: $895,000 MLS #1885613 Beds: 4 Baths: 3 full 2,250 sqft Pretty Gatewood Cape Cod is superbly perched high above the street for maximum views, light and privacy. Living spaces are filled with light, the top-floor boasts views from sunrise-to-sunset: Cascades, Olympics & Puget Sound. Thoughtful design […]
Community News & Information SAVE THE DATE: Free Electronics Recycling & Shredding Event 4/23 Saturday, April 23rd 10:00AM – 2:00PM Drop off at Rainier Community Center NE Parking Lot 4600 38th Ave  S  |  Seattle, WA  98118 ACCEPTED ELECTRONIC ITEMS: Computers & Laptops Monitors (LCD) Printers & Scanners Toner & Ink Cartridges Fax / Copy Machines Mobile Phones & Tablets Keyboards & Mice Servers, Routers & Hubs Networking Devices […]
Living How to Prevent and Deal with Mold Whether you are buying or selling a home, mold is something to be mindful of. Health concerns and potential damage make mold a red flag for buyers. Even if you’re not planning to sell any time soon, taking care of mold problems now can prevent even larger and more costly issues in the future. Contrary […]
Sellers How to Prepare for an Open House To successfully sell your home, you need to attract buyers. This is why open houses are an integral part of the selling process: they allow buyers to experience the property for themselves and envision what life will look like in their new home. To prepare for an open house, you’ll need to work closely with your […]
Design 5 Design Projects to Improve Your Backyard Your home’s façade and front yard play a role in its curb appeal, but the backyard is for you and your household to enjoy. Spending time making improvements to your backyard will help to maximize your enjoyment of your property and can increase its value. These backyard design projects will help to beautify your yard while creating opportunities […]
Sellers Common Real Estate Contingencies Contingencies help to spell out the specifics of a real estate transaction by dictating what must happen so the contract becomes legally binding. If certain conditions aren’t met, the applicable contingency gives the buyer and the seller the right to back out of the contract per their agreed-upon terms. When selling your home, a buyer […]
Design How to Find the Right Lighting for Your Home The right lighting can give your home the quality and mood you’re looking to achieve. Knowing about the different temperatures of light, lighting types, and how to blend lighting elements will help you narrow down your choices and find the best fixtures for your home. How to Find the Right Lighting for Your Home Before […]
Design Farmhouse Interior Design Known for its signature chic comfort, the farmhouse style is a popular method of interior design for homeowners looking to blend elements of modern and traditional design. With a rustic charm at its heart that recalls images of the countryside and wide-open landscapes, the farmhouse style steadily picked up steam in the 2010s and continues to […]