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Real Estate News & Information 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.
Real Estate News & Information What Challenges Sellers May Face in 2020 According to agents in HomeLight’s quarter four survey, sentiment is somewhat split on an upcoming recession—something that would absolutely affect home sales. About 36 percent of agents surveyed expect we will see the economy drop by the end of 2021, but 12 percent think that it’s going to hit by the end of 2020. Sellers […]
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: How much money do I need to buy a home? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: How much money do I need to buy a home? Inquiring Eileen
Real Estate News & Information 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 […]
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: How much are closing costs? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: How much are closing costs? Curious Carl
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: Are some neighborhoods a better investment? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: Are some neighborhoods a better investment? Wondering Will
Real Estate News & Information 2020 Economic & Housing Market Forecast As we head toward the end of the year, it’s time to recap how the U.S. economy and housing markets performed this year and offer my predictions for 2020. U.S. Economy In general, the economy performed pretty much as I expected this year: job growth slowed but the unemployment rate still hovers around levels not […]
Real Estate News & Information Local Real Estate Market Update Home prices rose 3% last month, which is the largest gain in a year. Generally, prices have leveled off and there is less competition for buyers. It is still a seller’s market due to the low inventory. Homes that are in great condition in popular neighborhoods still may get multiple offers and have the price […]
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From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: When is the best time to sell? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: When is the best time to sell? Anxious Anne
Buyers So you bought an investment property, now what? Investing in a home is a great way to build passive income but earning from your investment will take a little groundwork to become a well-oiled machine. This is your beginner’s guide to owning an investment property so you can set up that foundation properly to avoid future headaches. Make sure it’s livable It’s important […]
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: When is the best time to buy? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: When is the best time to buy? Pondering Paul ******************************************************
Homeownership You’ve Moved into Your New Home. Now What? Congratulations on your new home! You made it through the arduous process that is buying a new home. Now it’s time to take on the task of moving in. You did your research about the neighborhood and you feel like you know the home like the back of your hand. However, there are some things […]
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: Is the housing market crashing? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: Is the housing market crashing? Nervous Nancy
Real Estate News & Information 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. I 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 me. by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, […]
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: Is it better to rent or buy? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: Is it better to rent or buy? Questioning Carla
Real Estate News & Information To Buy New or Old, That is the Question Windermere Blog: We are often asked, “Which is the better buy, a newer or older home?” Our answer: It all depends on your needs and personal preferences. We decided to put together a list of the six biggest differences between newer and older homes: The neighborhood Surprisingly, one of the biggest factors in choosing a […]
Real Estate News & Information Ten Qualities to Look For in Your Real Estate Agent Windermere Blog: Buying a home is one of the most significant financial and emotional purchases of a person’s life. That’s why it is so important to find an agent that can not only help you navigate the home search process but one who can also answer your questions and represent your needs from start to […]
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: Are the days of multiple offers gone? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: Are the days of multiple offers gone? Concerned Cal
From Don REAL ESTATE INFO COLUMN: Are we in a bubble? Welcome to my Real Estate advice column, “Dear Don,” where I answer all your burning Real Estate questions. Send yours to me at donkoonce@windermere.com, and I’ll try to answer them in future columns. Dear Don: Are we in a bubble? Wondering Will
Real Estate News & Information To Sell or to Rent? The Perks and Pitfalls of Being a Landlord Electing a full sale or a property management situation is a life-changing decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. In choosing whether or not becoming a landlord is right for you, there are a number of factors to consider, but primarily they fall into the following three categories: financial analysis, risk, and goals. The financial analysis […]
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