Community Community Spotlight: Maltby, WA Small Town Living with Room to Breathe Just a few minutes from Bothell, Monroe, and Woodinville, Maltby offers something that’s becoming increasingly difficult to find in the Seattle area: space. Known for its country roads, larger properties, and slower pace of life, this small Snohomish County community has long attracted those looking to enjoy a […]
Buyers and Sellers The Market Has Changed. Here’s Why That’s Actually Good News. If you’ve been following the real estate market over the past few years, you’ve probably heard stories of buyers making offers within hours, waiving inspections, and offering well over asking price just to have a chance at winning the home. While that still happens occasionally, especially with exceptional listings, it is no longer the norm. […]
Buyers and Sellers Weekly Market Update: July 6th through July 12th This Week’s Stats 🏑 New Listings: ⬆️ 272 (127 last week)⏳ Pending: ⬆️ 202 (185 last week)πŸ”‘ Sold: ⬇️ 137 (192 last week)πŸ’² Price Reductions: ⬆️ 272 (130 last week) Weekly Trend Overview The post holiday rebound arrived right on schedule. After the Fourth of July slowdown, new listings more than doubled as many sellers […]
Community Community Spotlight: Magnolia, WA There are few Seattle neighborhoods that blend natural beauty, historic charm, and city convenience quite like Magnolia. Perched above Puget Sound, this sought after community offers sweeping water and mountain views, miles of parks and trails, quiet residential streets, and a welcoming neighborhood feel, all while sitting just minutes from downtown Seattle. Whether you’re looking […]
Buyers and Sellers Is the Housing Market Slowing Down? Here’s What I’m Actually Seeing Just a few weeks ago, it felt like every well priced home had buyers lined up at the door. Showings were busy, multiple offers were common, and good listings seemed to disappear almost overnight. Fast forward to today, and things feel…different. Not bad. Just different. If you’re wondering whether the housing market is slowing down, […]
Buyers and Sellers Weekly Market Update: June 29th through July 5th This Week’s Numbers πŸ“ˆ New Listings: 127 ⬇️ (254 last week) πŸ“ˆ Pending Sales: 185 ⬇️ (231 last week) 🏑 Homes Sold: 192 ⬆️ (152 last week) πŸ’² Price Reductions: 130 ⬇️ (203 last week) Weekly Trend Overview As expected, the holiday weekend put the brakes on new activity across South Snohomish and North King […]
Community Community Spotlight: Normandy Park, Washington Tucked along the shores of Puget Sound between Seattle and Des Moines, Normandy Park feels like a hidden gem. While many people drive through the area on their way to somewhere else, those who live here know it’s one of the South Sound’s most desirable communities. Large lots, mature trees, quiet streets, and stunning waterfront […]
Community The Best Fourth of July Celebrations Around Seattle in 2026 Confession time… The last few Fourth of July weekends, my wife and I have headed north to Canada. Not because we aren’t patriotic, but because we’ve discovered it’s a fantastic time to enjoy Whistler while everyone else is sitting in traffic trying to find a parking spot before the fireworks. That said, we’ve lived here […]
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Buyers and Sellers Weekly Market Update: June 22nd through June 28th This Week’s Numbers New Listings: 252 ↑ (227 last week, +25)Pending Sales: 187 ↑ (181 last week, +6)Sold Homes: 141 ↓ (145 last week, -4)Price Reductions: 216 ↑ (212 last week, +4) Weekly Trend Overview Inventory continues to build across South Snohomish and North King Counties, with new listings climbing back above 250 after last […]
Buyers The Listing Everyone Else Ignored Might Be Your Best Opportunity This Summer For years, buyers in our local market were trained to move fast. If a new listing hit the market on Thursday, showings were booked by Friday, offers were due by Monday, and buyers often found themselves competing against multiple offers just to have a chance. That market conditioned people to believe that if a home […]
Uncategorized Weekly Market Update: June 15th through June 21st This Week’s Numbers New Listings: 227 (down from 254 last week) Pending Sales: 181 (down from 231 last week) Sold Homes: 145 (down from 152 last week) Price Reductions: 212 (up from 203 last week) Weekly Trend Overview After a surprisingly active stretch to kick off June, this week showed signs of the market taking […]
Community Community Spotlight: Green Lake Tucked just north of downtown Seattle, Green Lake is one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. Known for its beautiful lake, active lifestyle, and charming residential streets, it offers a unique combination of natural beauty and urban convenience. From historic homes to modern townhomes, Green Lake attracts residents who want to enjoy a true neighborhood […]
Buyers and Sellers The Spring Market Is Here. It Just Looks Different This Year. If you have been watching the housing market this spring, you may have heard two very different stories. Some homeowners are wondering why their neighbor’s home sold in a weekend while their own listing has been sitting for several weeks. Some buyers are noticing more homes available than they have seen in years and wondering […]
Buyers and Sellers Weekly Market Update: June 8th through June 14th This Week’s Numbers New Listings: 254 ↓ (from 265)Pending Sales: 231 ↑ (from 225)Sold Homes: 152 ↑ (from 132)Price Reductions: 203 ↓ (from 211) Weekly Trend Overview The market across South Snohomish and North King Counties remained active this week, with a slight dip in new inventory but stronger buyer activity. Pending sales increased for […]
Community Community Spotlight: Sultan This week we’re heading east to Sultan, a Skykomish Valley community that has been getting more attention lately, and for good reason. Lifestyle Sultan has that small-town foothills feel that is getting harder to find in Snohomish County. You have rivers, mountain views, local shops, parks, and easy access to outdoor recreation without being completely […]
Buyers Could Moving a Little Farther Out Be the Key to Affording Your Next Home? For many homebuyers in South Snohomish and North King Counties, the search for a home starts with a specific city in mind. Maybe it is Edmonds for the waterfront charm and walkable downtown. Perhaps it is Shoreline for the schools and easy Seattle access. Or maybe it is Bothell, Kirkland, or another community that has […]
Buyers and Sellers Weekly Market Update: June 1st through June 7th This Week’s Stats New Listings: 265 ↑ (262 last week)Pending Sales: 225 ↑ (200 last week)Sold Homes: 132 ↓ (178 last week)Price Reductions: 211 ↑ (186 last week) Weekly Trend Overview The market continued to see a healthy flow of new inventory, with new listings increasing slightly from the previous week. Buyer activity also remained […]
Buyers and Sellers Pride of Home: Celebrating Pride Month and the Power of Belonging June is Pride Month, and while it is often celebrated with parades, festivals, and rainbow flags, I think it is also worth celebrating in a place that receives far less attention. Home. Because at its core, Pride is about being able to live authentically. It is about having the freedom to be yourself, to love […]
Buyers and Sellers Weekly Market Update: May 25th through May 31st This Week’s Stats New Listings: 262 ⬆️ (197 last week) Pending Sales: 200 ⬇️ (218 last week) Sold Homes: 178 ⬆️ (166 last week) Price Reductions: 186 ⬆️ (169 last week) Weekly Trend Overview Inventory took a noticeable jump this week, with new listings climbing from 197 to 262. That’s a significant increase in fresh […]
Buyers and Sellers Community Spotlight: Fall City, WA Fall City is one of those places that still feels like a true small town, even though it sits within reach of Bellevue, Issaquah, Snoqualmie, and the greater Eastside. Tucked near the Snoqualmie and Raging Rivers, Fall City offers a quieter lifestyle with open space, wooded lots, river access, and a strong connection to the […]