The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has released its latest Quarterly Home Price Index, and we’ve got great news – in the Pacific region, home prices are up 8.01%. In Washington state, home prices are up 10.4%. Home prices actually… Read more

Homeowner’s insurance is insurance coverage that protects your home, its contents and other assets in the event of fire, theft, vandalism, accident, storm or other disaster. Homeowner’s insurance also covers liabilities if someone is hurt on your property. Some coverages… Read more

Though the real estate market slows down a bit in the fall, it is still a good time to sell your home, especially in the greater Seattle area where home inventory and interest rates are both low. Here are some… Read more

This week we are continuing our top 10 list of home buyer’s most frequently asked questions! 6.  Why should I buy a home instead of rent one? A home is a long-term investment that gives you secure long-term housing and… Read more

  Prospective home buyers have a lot of questions about buying their first – or next – home. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions I hear from home buyers. 1.  How do I get started? What’s the… Read more

Buying a home is an exciting, emotional and stressful project. Whether you have purchased a home before or are preparing to buy your first home, you don’t want to let your emotions make the decision for you. The following are… Read more

Thinking about selling your home? One of the first steps to preparing your home for sale is organizing your home’s contents, decluttering and depersonalizing, so prospective homebuyers can imagine themselves in your home. A great way to get rid of… Read more

  Do a Final Walk-Through Before Closing You’ve done it! You’ve found your dream home, and you are almost ready to sign the papers that will make it yours. While you are anxious to close the deal and move in,… Read more

What You Need to Know about Mortgage & Closing Costs Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned homeowner ready for your next home, it is important to understand mortgage and closing costs. Here are some frequently asked questions… Read more

Buying a home is a lengthy, complex process, including the ins and outs of escrow. Our friends at Rainier Title have provided this handy infographic to explain it all. Have questions? Ask your favorite Realtor. She can help! Compliments of… Read more