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Friday the 13th is an unlucky day if you’re superstitious. And in case you haven’t noticed, it’s here! But we like to think we are people who see the glass as half-full. We prefer to look at the doomed day as an opportunity to reflect upon some unexpected nuggets of—you guessed it—real estate wisdom.

To prove that valuable real estate knowledge truly can be found anywhere, we’ve turned to Jason Voorhees from “Friday the 13th” and (spoiler alert!) his nutty, murderous mother for inspiration. The hockey mask–wearing horror icon is an unlikely choice, but no one personifies the dreaded date better than the fictional fright master. And, as it turns out, there are some helpful housing lessons buried deep…

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If the past is an indicator of the future, taking a look at inventory numbers from last year to current levels, we are seeing that low inventory pattern is still with us as we get the year started which is a good indication that 2017 could turn out to be another record year for home values increases. The last week of 2015 and first week of 2016 saw zero (that's right NO) inventory in all of Snoqualmie. This is an area with approximately 3700 homes as estimated by Snoqualmie Ridge ROA. This year the inventory is up a bit but still relatively low which will also help give an idea of a trend for 2017 where prices will push higher but not likely to be at the same jump year on year as they were on the previous year on year. The demand is still there, so if…

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What Is My Seattle, Phoenix or San Diego Home Worth?

Analysis of local MLS data indicates the supply of single family homes for sale in King County just hit a post-recession low. The data just keeps telling the same story – low inventory and increasing prices. If you are a Seller NOW literally is the time! Record low inventory, buyers scared of increasing rates and prices have created a feeding frenzy that allows even homes that may have been considered "Hard to sell" in the past move like hotcakes.

Selling a home is a seller's market is far different from selling a home in a buyer's market. If you are wondering about our current market, then let me assure you: It is indeed a fabulous time to sell! Not only will your days on market be remarkably fewer in a sellers’ market, but you might receive…

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KIRKLAND, Washington (Jan. 5, 2017) – Like many other months of 2016, December was frustrating for buyers across Washington state as they encountered depleted inventory and rising prices. Post-election hikes in interest rates – with more on the horizon -- added to would-be homeowners’ worries.
 
Northwest Multiple Listing Service statistics for December show year-over-year drops in new listings, but gains in pending sales, closed sales and prices. Pending sales (mutually accepted offers) in the four county Puget Sound region reached their highest level since 2005.
 
“The data just keep telling the same story – low…

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Welcome To The Cascade Team Jim Sundal!

Jim Sundal

  • Office:  1-800-509-6905 ext. 1160
  • Cell:  360-910-5900
  • Fax:  425-996-9520
  • jim@thecascadeteam.com

We are happy to welcome Jim Sundal to The Cascade Team!

Jim will be working out of our Vancouver Office with Managing Broker, Gary Firth.

30 years ago I began my professional career in the Portland area as a successful engineer in the steel industry. At the same time I also dealt in real estate investing for my own wealth building. In 1992 I became a licensed real estate broker and opened my own brokerage in Clark County. Since that time I have helped hundreds of Clark County residents realize their dreams in buying and selling real estate; whether it be for their own…

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Welcome To The Cascade Team Toby Sullard!

Toby Sullard

  • Office:  509-228-3088 ext. 1159
  • Fax:  509-228-3088
  • Cell:  7509-710-1578 
  • toby@thecascadeteam.com

We are happy to welcome Toby Sullard to The Cascade Team!

Toby will be working out of our Spokane Office with Managing Broker, James Faucett.

My interest in real estate stems from ownership of Toby Ray Photography where I met James Faucett, Managing Broker for The Cascade Team Spokane Office while doing Listing Photography.  Additionally, I have 14 years sales support within a large medical company.  My main objective as an agent with The Cascade Team is to build successful client relationships that will last a lifetime.

Toby will be a wonderful addition to The Cascade…

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Well here we are on the doorsteps of 2017. The past year certainly flew by and was full of surprises and included one of the busiest housing markets we’ve ever seen. Here are several well researched and thought out predictions for the housing market going into 2017, and sprinkled throughout are also a few more “Humorous” predictions that span from Fake News Stories, The Seahawks and even to Marvel Entertainment… We hope you enjoy!

  1. The housing market will continue to boom in 2017, though prices will increase at a slower pace.Strong buyer interest, better access to credit and a modest increase in the number of homes for sale will allow home sales to grow. Home price growth will continue to go up but not as quickly as it did in 2016. Homes will…

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  The median home value in 98075 is $889,000. 98075 home values have gone up 13.5% over the past year and The Cascade Team predicts they will rise a minimum of 5.3% within the next year. The median list price per square foot in Sammamish is $303. The median price of homes currently listed in 98075 is $988,000 with the median Sold price for November 2015 coming in at $902,264.   Median price is the midpoint between the highest and lowest price. Median prices give a more accurate picture of pricing because it's not skewed by unusually high or low priced sales. Find out the price of your home.     Additionally Sammamish is one of the "Heathiest" real estate markets in the country. As of the latest national report which was issued…

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$555,000 - 61 E Hyak Dr, Snoqualmie Pass

   Bedrooms: 4
   Bathrooms: 3.5
   Sq. Footage: 2,454
   Year Built: 2003
   Garage Spaces: 2
   Type: Residential
   MLS® Number: 1061107
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  Linda McFarlane
Managing Broker of The Cascade Team North Bend
206.854.1008
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Gorgeous craftsman inspired home, meticulously designed with no detail overlooked, gorgeous wood accents, including wood wrapped windows, solid wood doors, pecan cabinetry, floor to ceiling ledge stone fireplace adds grandeur and comfort…

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‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

My signs were all out and brochure boxes loaded
The ad copy in and the lock boxes coded

I just wrote an offer with that one perfect buyer
eeghads its so low…they say they won’t go any higher

So I call up my seller with the not so good news
And they agree to meet with me…what have they got to lose?

So we sit at the table and I do what I do best
Crunch numbers, talk deadlines and give it a rest

So the sellers agree and get ready to sign
And then they exclaim… “We’ve got an equity line!”

More crunching and digging to find extra money
The sellers are smiling…but this really isn’t funny

Three months on the market with…

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