The Puget Sound real estate market in 2025 showed increased closed sales compared to previous years in many areas, with both King County and Snohomish County remaining among the most active and desirable housing markets in Washington state. (KW North Sound: Amy Wagner, Realtor) These counties have strong job markets, excellent amenities, and diverse lifestyle options, which helps drive transaction volume throughout the year.
It’s been nearly a decade since the Great Recession delivered the worst housing crash in modern memory. But these days, the fallout feels squarely in the rearview mirror. Markets have bounced back with fervor, and confidence is skyrocketing: From Charlotte, NC, to Stockton, CA—and everywhere in between—homes are flying off the market at record prices, and buyers […]
Wondering how to sell your home during the holidays? While putting your home on the market between winter celebrations, school vacations, and looming family visits might seem like miserable timing, sellers could actually benefit by using this period strategically to show and possibly even sell their place. Here’s why: Many home sellers take a holiday […]
I have been a residential real estate broker for more than 28 years for King and Snohomish counties. When a home belongs to my clients’ elderly parent — the one that mom or dad can no longer live in or care for — I sometimes inadvertently find myself playing the role of family counselor. More […]
Talking openly with your elderly parents about topics like money, wills and real estate planning might feel awkward. However, it’s important to have those conversations before your parents get sick or begin to suffer from medical conditions that may impair their judgment. Real estate planning comes with a lot of different options. If they own […]
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