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Events • March 26, 2020

SAVE THE DATE: A Fun Evening of Wine Tasting & Lawn Bowling

by Don Koonce

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 for a delicious bottle to take home.

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Events 4/26: Free E-Waste Recycling & Paper Shredding Event
Events Community Reuse & Recycling Event Coming Up Next Month Windermere Real Estate Mount Baker is proud to partner with Seattle Public Utilities for Beyond the Cart, a free community reuse and recycling event! Join us on Saturday, October 11 at the Rainier Community Center to safely recycle items like small electronics, clothing, household batteries, paper for shredding, and more. Click here for more information.
Events FREE E-Waste Recycling & Paper Shredding Event Go here for more details.
From Don • March 23, 2020

10 FREE & Fun Ways to Pass the Time During Quarantine

by Don Koonce

Tim the security guy, the only staff member remaining at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum has become an instant icon.

If you’re looking for a few free and fun ways to pass the time while sheltering in place, check out my list below for 10 things to do from the comfort of your own home.

1. Stream the Met Opera
Until the doors reopen, you can stream handpicked past performances of the Met’s Live in HD series each night right from the organization’s website. The performances will go live at 7:30 p.m. ET and will remain active for 20 hours.

2. Live stream the Seattle Symphony
The musicians of the Seattle Symphony have generously volunteered to share free broadcasts with everyone during this time of uncertainty. All broadcasts can be streamed through the Symphony’s social media channels on YouTube and Facebook.

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Buyers Questions to Ask During Your Virtual Home Tour Could you zoom in? Sometimes it can be difficult to get a true glimpse at what you want to see in a room. Asking the agent to zoom in on specific features is commonplace in virtual home tours, and they understand this is part of the viewer experience. Don’t hesitate to ask multiple times. Getting […]
Buyers Saving to Buy A Home During COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way people plan for their future. For those saving to buy a home, the landscape may seem daunting. However, this new world of social distancing and stay at home orders is an opportunity to rethink your spending and saving plans. Keeping the following suggestions for your budget and finances […]
From Don 10 More FREE & Fun Ways to Pass the Time During Quarantine If you’re looking for free and fun ways to pass the time while sheltering in place, check out my list below for 10 things to do from the comfort of your own home. And just in case you missed last month’s list, go here to check it out. 1. Enjoy Weekly Storytime for Kids with […]
Homeownership • Real Estate News & Information • March 23, 2020

What’s My Home Worth? The Downside to Home Valuation Tools

by Don Koonce

What’s your home worth?

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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 […]
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 […]
Real Estate News & Information • March 20, 2020

Coronavirus Protections for Home Buyers

by Don Koonce

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.

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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Real Estate News & Information • March 20, 2020

Coronavirus Protections for Home Sellers

by Don Koonce

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.

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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Restaurant Reviews • March 16, 2020

RESTAURANT REVIEW: Othello’s Bang Bang Kitchen

by Don Koonce

UPDATE: Bang Bang Kitchen is currently open 5-9 pm daily for takeout. Click here to see the menu.

The atmosphere is festive and lively at Bang Bang Kitchen where they serve New Mexican and Southwest food.

Bang Bang has two locations; Bang Bang Café in Belltown (2460 Western Ave.) and Bang Bang Kitchen in Othello which is the only one I have tried so far.

Albuquerque natives Miki and Yuki Sodos also own Cafe Pettirosso on Capitol Hill.

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Real Estate Listings • March 14, 2020

NEW LISTING: Easy on the eyes AND the pocketbook in Renton

by Don Koonce

2513 NE 7th St
Renton, WA 98056
Listed at $439,900

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • SQFT: 1,180
  • MLS #: 1575410
  • Taxes: $3,596 (2019)
  • Lot Size: 4500 SQFT
  • Type: Single-Family Home
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Style: 1 Story
  • Views: Territorial
  • School District: Renton
  • Community: Highlands

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Real Estate Listings NEW LISTING: Sophisticated Renton Beauty 10715 SE 187th Place Renton, WA 98055 Listed at $680,000 Beds: 5 Baths: 3 SQFT: 2,641 MLS #: 1599987 Taxes: $7,290 (2020) Lot Size: 4810 SQFT Type: Single-Family Home Year Built: 2016 Style: 2 Story Views: Territorial School District: Renton County: King County Community: Renton
SOLD SOLD: Not 1, not 2, but THREE South Seattle Beauties I feel so lucky and honored to have helped not one but three families make their dreams come true this month. Congratulations, everyone!   Columbia City 5518 46th Ave S, Seattle Multiple Offers Listing Price $825,000 Selling Price $966,000 Feels like home the minute you walk in the door. Perched above the street, this 1916 […]
Design • March 12, 2020

Incorporating Pantone’s Color of the Year into Your Home

by Don Koonce

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 room in your home.

Here are some ways to add this stunning shade of blue to your home:

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Real Estate Listings • March 10, 2020

NEW LISTING: Lots to Love in this Upper Rainier Beach Home

by Don Koonce

9803 60th Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98118
Listed at $669,000

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • SQFT: 2,510
  • MLS #: 1575976
  • Taxes: $4,152 (2019)
  • Lot Size: 6554 SQFT
  • Type: Single-Family Home
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Style: 1 Story W/Bsmnt
  • Views: Partial, Mountain, City
  • School District: Seattle
  • Community: Upper Rainier Beach

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SOLD SOLD: Four Rainier Beach Homes Over List Price I’m honored to have helped four families make their dreams come true this month. Congratulations, everyone! 10447 Waters Ave S. Seattle, WA 98178 Listing Price: $649,000 Selling Price: $671,000 Well-maintained mid-century home perched on a quiet street with lovely territorial views. The open floor plan and natural light makes this home great for entertaining. The […]
SOLD SOLD: Not 1, not 2, but THREE South Seattle Beauties I feel so lucky and honored to have helped not one but three families make their dreams come true this month. Congratulations, everyone!   Columbia City 5518 46th Ave S, Seattle Multiple Offers Listing Price $825,000 Selling Price $966,000 Feels like home the minute you walk in the door. Perched above the street, this 1916 […]
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Real Estate Listings • March 5, 2020

NEW LISTING: 1916 Corner Craftsman Exudes Old World Charm

by Don Koonce

5518 46th Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98118
Listed at $825,000

  • MLS#: 1569339
  • Beds: 4
  • Baths: 1.75
  • Size: 2,910 SqFt
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Community: Columbia City

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SOLD SOLD: Not 1, not 2, but THREE South Seattle Beauties I feel so lucky and honored to have helped not one but three families make their dreams come true this month. Congratulations, everyone!   Columbia City 5518 46th Ave S, Seattle Multiple Offers Listing Price $825,000 Selling Price $966,000 Feels like home the minute you walk in the door. Perched above the street, this 1916 […]
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