Design Pet Friendly Home Decor Ideas For many of us, pets are important members of our household, which means our homes should be as comfortable for them as they are to everyone else who lives there. When choosing how to decorate your home, whether you’re moving into a new one or welcoming a new furry or feathered friend into the one […]
Living The Life Expectancy of Your Home Every component of your home has a lifespan. Common questions asked by homeowners include when to replace the flooring or how long to expect their siding to last. This information can help when budgeting for improvements or deciding between repairing and replacing when the time comes. We’re all familiar with the cliché: They just don’t build […]
Real Estate News & Information Local Market Update – June 2026 As spring draws to a close, our local housing markets continue to show a growing divide. Well-priced, well-prepared homes are selling quickly, and often for at or above asking price, while properties that miss the mark on pricing or presentation are spending more time on the market and seeing price reductions. Buyer activity remains steady despite higher inventory levels, creating a more balanced […]
Sellers Staging for Home Selling Success The benefits of staging a home are well documented. Numerous studies show that staging helps sell a home faster and for a higher price. Studies also indicate that buyers decide if they’re interested within the first 30 seconds of entering a home. Not only does home staging help to remove potential red flags that can turn buyers […]
Sellers Moving Checklist: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Moving Process Moving is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with a long list of tasks and deadlines to manage, especially if you’re buying and selling a home at the same time. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, staying organized can help make the process significantly less stressful. From hiring movers and transferring utilities […]
Living Home Maintenance Checklist: Summer Edition As summer nears, who doesn’t dream of camping trips, weekend getaways, and hammock lay-arounds? But before you book your entire summer, remember that it’s also an important time for home maintenance and repair, particularly outdoors. Whether you’re prepping your home for summer fun or enhancing its efficiency, here’s a checklist to consider while the weather […]
Real Estate News & Information Mortgage Types 101: Understanding Your Home Loan Options Buying a home comes with plenty of exciting milestones like touring properties, envisioning your future space, and making an offer. But before you get the keys, there’s one piece of the process that often feels the most intimidating: financing. From fixed-rate loans and adjustable-rate mortgages to FHA and VA programs, today’s buyers have more financing […]
Buyers Real Estate Contingencies: What They Are and Why They Matter Imagine a home-buying scenario where you make an offer, the seller immediately accepts, and everything goes smoothly until you’re handed the keys. It’s possible, but more often, buying a home involves negotiation, counteroffers, and a back-and-forth dialogue between buyer and seller to reach a deal. And in some cases, the deal can fall through. That’s where contingencies […]
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Real Estate Listings SOLD: Stunning Modern Free-Standing Home in Columbia City HELPED BUYERS GET UNDER CONTRACT 3918 S Hudson St. Seattle, WA 98118 Sold for $1,350,000 Beds: 4 Baths: 4 Size: 2,610 sqft Days on OneHome: 6 Year Built: 2017 Lot Size Area: 3,300.00 sqft MLS #2511294 CLIP #8436139495 Stunning modern free-standing home privately sited on a street-to-alley lot, offering rare separation from the everyday with […]
Real Estate Listings SOLD: Updated Seattle Bungalow in Popular Upper Rainier Beach 9643 56th AVE S Seattle, 98118 Listed at $499,998 / Sold for $553,000 Bathrooms: 1 Bedrooms: 3 Living Area: 1400 sqft Lot Area: 5202 sqft MLS #: 2504042 Updated Seattle bungalow in popular Upper Rainier Beach! Lots of natural light, refinished fir floors, double-paned windows, fresh interior paint, 3 real bedrooms plus large basement for […]
Real Estate Listings NEW LISTING: Pretty Rambler in Popular North Hill Des Moines 20019 3rd Avenue S. Des Moines, WA 98198 Listed at $540,000 Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Size: 1,300 sqft Days on OneHome: 5 Year Built: 1954 Lot Size Area: 7,200 sqft MLS #2521378 CLIP #2897738790 Pretty rambler in popular North Hill neighborhood exceeds expectations. Dressy design features with hardwood/laminate floors thru-out, classic bay window, dining area […]
Design How to Eradicate Bamboo without Toxic Chemicals When we bought our house 22 years ago, there were several clumps of black bamboo planted in various spots around the property. For 15 years, the clumps sat seemingly well-behaved. On year 16, some of them really took off running and I started to find it coming up far from the original clump. It quickly grew […]
Real Estate News & Information Local Market Update – May 2026 Halfway through the spring season, and the story across our four markets is one of transition. Conditions look different than they did just 12 months ago: more homes are on the market, prices have pulled back from their peaks, and buyer-seller dynamics are quietly shifting. The opportunity is real on both sides, but geopolitical and […]
Living Spring Cleaning Checklist for a Cleaner, Healthier Home Many of us spend a significant amount of time at home, and as spring arrives with longer days and fresh air, it’s often the moment when small things start to stand out. A little dust here, some clutter there—it all adds up. Spring cleaning is an opportunity to reset your space in a way that […]
Design Northwest Contemporary Architecture: A Guide to Pacific Northwest Style In the Pacific Northwest, architecture is as much about the environment as it is about the home itself. With long stretches of gray skies, evergreen landscapes, and a strong connection to the outdoors, homes in the region are designed to feel both grounded and expansive. Northwest Contemporary architecture, sometimes called Pacific Northwest style or Northwest Modern, […]
Sellers What to Fix Before Selling Your Home Preparing your home for the market can feel stressful, especially when you start noticing every small imperfection. The good news is that not every issue needs to be addressed before listing. A few thoughtful updates can go a long way toward helping your home show well, attract buyers, and maximize your sale price. In this […]
Real Estate Listings NEW LISTING: Sleek, Modern Home in Upper Rainier Beach 9812 59th Avenue S Seattle, WA 98118 Listed at $849,900 MLS #2509470 Beds: 4 Baths: 2 ( 2 full ) Size: 2,090 sqft Year Built: 1971 Lot Size Area: 5,250.00 sqft Innovative remodel has transformed this modest original build into a sleek, fashion-forward modern dwelling. Interior spaces are designed for open-concept living and rooms on […]
Real Estate Listings NEW LISTING: Updated Seattle Bungalow in Popular Upper Rainier Beach 9643 56th AVE S Seattle, 98118 Listed at $499,998 Bathrooms: 1 Bedrooms: 3 Living Area: 1400 sqft Lot Area: 5202 sqft MLS #: 2504042 Updated Seattle bungalow in popular Upper Rainier Beach! All tuned up & move-in ready, lots of natural light, refinished fir floors, double-paned windows, fresh interior paint, 3 real bedrooms plus large […]
Real Estate News & Information Housing Affordability Gap Narrows as Rates Fall The income threshold for buying a home has declined for two consecutive years. Falling mortgage rates and rising household income have pushed the earnings needed to purchase a median-priced home to $111,252 — down from $115,870 in 2024 and $120,669 in 2023. Housing analysts generally consider a monthly payment at or below 30% of household […]
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 […]