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Can you say curb appeal? Inviting entryway with an elegant formal & living room combo. Soaring ceilings rise to the open landing. The gourmet kitchen is white & bright. It has a modern cooktop & an upgraded vent for the chef of the house. Plenty of room to eat at the island or you can dine in the sun filled nook. Wrap yourself in pure comfort as the gas fireplace adds a touch of ambiance in the family room. In addition, there are built-ins and large windows for terrific natural light. Supersized master suite w/ a spa- inspired master bathroom & a large walk- on closet. Oversized bonus room is a great place for a home theatre. There is even room for a pool table! Main floor office & an
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Welcome home to Audubon Park- one of the most desired locations on the Plateau. Lovely exterior with river rock. Welcoming patio with meticulously cared for landscaping. Inviting entryway with cathedral ceilings. Entertain in the formal living room with picture windows & a see thru fireplace to the family room. The private detached formal dining room makes entertaining a breeze. Spacious kitchen makes preparing meals enjoyable. Cuddle up on the couch with a good book in the family room all by being warmed by the see-thru fireplace. Relax at the end of the day in the private master suite with a spa- inspired master bathroom. The large bonus room is a great space for a media room. 2
10 tips for guiding sellers through the choppy waters of a market correction
This year’s market is not the same as it was last year at this time. Here in the Greater Seattle Area, a region renowned for extreme inventory shortages, short days on the market, multiple offers and contracts way over asking price, everything has suddenly changed.
Everything, that is, except seller expectations.
How do you manage clients when the market suddenly develops into something they had not anticipated? Here are our top 10 recommendations for managing seller expectations when the market enters a correction.
1. Memorize the market
When a market turns, everything changes in a moment. Those who benefit from the shift respond immediately, while those
There are many differences between the housing market in 2005 and the current market. In 2005, subprime loans totaled more than $620 billion and made up 20 percent of the mortgage market. In 2015, they totaled $56 billion and comprised 5 percent of the market.
Banks have raised lending standards. According to CoreLogic’s Housing Credit Index, loans originated in 2016 were among the highest quality originated in the last 15 years. In October 2009, the average FICO score was 686, according to Fair Isaac. In 2001, the average score was 490 to 510.
I don’t know about you but with three teenagers in the house pizza has become a staple. We are always on the hunt for delicious pizza. The iconic Renton Smoking Monkey Pizza never disappoints. Their wood-fired pizzas and menu variety has something for everyone. Their menu is packed full of tasty options: starters, salads, pastas, stromboli, sandwiches and endless pizza concoctions.
They serve pizza by the slice between 11am-4pm and have great lunch specials. Happy hour is daily between 3pm-6pm. Too busy to get to downtown Renton? Door Dash and 2GoServices will deliver!
Definitely check out Smoking Monkey Pizza. Located in downtown Renton at 613 S. 3rd Street.
The For The Love Of Renton Fall blog series will feature family
Just over half an hour from Seattle, and closer still to major tech corporate campuses in Redmond and Bellevue, Sammamish attracts many of the people who work for Microsoft, Amazon, Expedia and other tech giants. The homes are pricey here, but average salaries are high too: Median family income is roughly $165,000, more than twice the median for the other spots MONEY analyzed. The current average list price for a single family residence in Sammamish is $1,227,275.
With an official motto of "Building Community Together," the city of Sammamish in King County, Washington, is as friendly as it gets. The unemployment rate is a low 5%, and the city's crime rate is approximately 90% lower than the national average.
House-hunters in Western Washington can choose from the largest supply of homes in three years.
New statistics from the MLS show prices appear to be moderating.
King County Housing Inventory has a 74.3 percent increase.
Mutually accepted contracts drop 14.8% as buyers adjust to more options.
For Buyers: “This is the best time in three years to be aggressive in the marketplace”
KIRKLAND, Washington (September 7, 2018) – House-hunters in Western Washington can choose from the largest supply of homes in three years, and they are facing fewer bidding wars, according to officials from Northwest Multiple Listing Service.
New statistics from the MLS show prices appear to be moderating (up about 6.7 percent overall), but
Back on market!!! This beautiful 3 BDRM/2.5 BA in Maplewood Heights has been well maintained and is move-in ready! Fabulous updates include: Central A/C, CAT 5 wiring, Armstrong flooring, hot tub, electric Sunsetter awning, quartz countertops, gas stove, tankless water heater, newer paint and carpet. Bonus room with gas fireplace. Almost a 1/3 of an acre, this large lot offers a low maintenance yard and endless opportunities for entertaining with multiple decks, built in entertainment bar, privacy screens, fire pit. Pride of ownership shines through the entire cul-de-sac. This well maintained home is move-in ready and is only $245/square foot! This is well below the average for East Renton. Only 2 owners.
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Nestled on one of the most desirable streets in Trossachs, this home is a must see. Cathedral ceilings & a romantic curved staircase set the scene from the minute you open the front door. The grand formal living & dining room combo join seamlessly. Bright & light kitchen with a counter height eating bar, slab granite countertops, a kitchen nook & a writing desk. Main floor full bath is perfect for the out of town guest. There is a main floor office which can be converted to a 5th bedroom by adding a closet. Enjoy movie nights in the huge bonus room. Retreat at the end of the day in the master suite with a sitting area. French doors open to the spa-inspired master bathroom. A door
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Welcome home to Alta on the Lake- one of the most desirable places in Issaquah to call home. Perfectly perched above Lake Sammamish, this contemporary townhome will surely impress! This home blends contemporary design with loads of natural light & gleaming hardwoods. You will love the chic great- room design. The well- designed kitchen with quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances flows seamlessly into the dining area & into the cozy family room. A modern staircase leads to 2 bedrooms & a loft with a murphy bed which is perfect for an out of town guest. The 3rd level master suite with a designer closet & a private balcony is a great space to retreat to at the end of a long
