Recently we wrote a series of blog posts to help you figure out if a new home or a resale home is a better fit for you. We talked about: • The pros of new construction • The downsides of… Read more

  Happy New Year from Team Marti! We hope you had a great holiday season. With the start of a new year we thought this would be the perfect time to talk about all things new … new construction homes,… Read more

  WHY ISN’T MY HOME SELLING … AND WHAT SHOULD I DO? Recently, the Puget Sound area has been experiencing one of the strongest housing markets in history. Prices are up (and up and up!). Market time is down. And multiple… Read more

Whether you are moving across town or across the country, you want to be sure you pack carefully and efficiently. Here are some great packing tips, compliments of Two Men and a Truck. Pack items from the same room in… Read more

Whether you are moving from another county or across the country, you’ll need to know how to reach local schools, utilities and other city services. Here is a handy list of resources you’ll find helpful during your move to Kent,… Read more

So, you’ve bought your first home, but don’t know where to start after you close. What’s next? Here’s what you can expect: Take a trip to your local home improvement store. Whether your house is a fixer upper, or you… Read more

When preparing your home for sale, it is important to stage your home as a clean, organized living space that another individual or family can picture themselves in. One way to do this is to declutter and organize your home…. Read more

It’s summertime, and the housing market is HOT, HOT, HOT! For families, this is often the best time of year to buy. The kids are out of school, and you can purchase a home and get settled in before the… Read more

Moving pets can be extremely stressful for you and your furry friends. Here are some ways to comfort your animal when moving to a new space: 1.  Make sure you update your pet’s ID tag. Whether they escape during your… Read more