WHY ISN’T MY HOME SELLING … AND WHAT SHOULD I DO?
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
9 Steps to Take Now to Buy a Home Next Year
You and your family are thinking of buying a new home – or your next one – in 2018. There are things you can do now to prepare yourself. Here are seven steps to get you ready for this exciting… Read more
4 Reasons to Sell Your Home This Fall
Just like the fall leaves, the real estate market is changing. Here are 4 reasons to consider selling your home this fall. Buyer demand still outpaces the supply of homes for sale, so buyers are competing for the few homes… Read more
3 Reasons to Buy a Home This Fall
Buying a home can be a difficult decision, particularly in a hot real estate market, but research shows that buying a home is a great investment — and is more financially advantageous than renting. Here are three reasons to consider… Read more
5 Reasons to Sell Your Home This Fall
This summer was a great time to list your Kent, Covington, Maple Valley, Auburn or Black Diamond home, but if you missed your window, don’t despair. Fall is in the air, and in our current market, it is still a… Read more
3 Tips for Homebuying Success in Today’s Real Estate Market
In today’s highly competitive real estate market, where home inventory levels are not keeping up with the constant stream of buyer demand, there are steps you can take to ensure you are most prepared for success when buying a home…. Read more
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Sell Your Home Yourself
In today’s market, with home prices rising and a lack of inventory, some homeowners may consider trying to sell their homes on their own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO). There are several reasons why… Read more
The Current Cost of Renting vs. Buying
Deciding to buy a home instead of renting is a tough call, especially in a hot real estate market like this one where housing is scarce. This infographic shows that the tide has shifted a bit, and it will actually… Read more
Team Marti’s Top 10 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
A seller’s market can be a tough place for first-time homebuyers to purchase their first home, but don’t despair. It is certainly doable. Educate yourself on what’s needed to succeed in a seller’s market and work with an experienced Realtor… Read more
5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Professional
Home buying and selling are complicated, detailed processes and, because they are often the most significant financial commitments of your lifetime, they can be highly stressful too. However, with a real estate professional on your side, buying or selling a… Read more