Brokers with Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported "plenty of buyers" competing for sparse inventory during November, which ended with a 7% year-over-year increase in pending sales. The volume of mutually accepted offers rose even more (9.2%)  in the tri-county Puget Sound region consisting of King, Pierce and Snohomish counties, with Snohomish leading that list with a jump of about 12%.

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STYLISH TUSCAN ESTATES LUX in a private estate sized cul-de-sac lot.

Well appointed designer finishes throughout. Floor plans don't get any better than this spacious light filled interior with sweeping hardwoods in this beautiful house on the hill.  Two fireplaces, great room, gourmet kitchen w/ slab stone, glass back splash & new appliances, 5 bedroom, 4 bathrooms with a main floor guest suite and additional private guest quarters with separate entrance. Use your imagination Airbnb, Mother-In-Law, Art Studio.

October 2019 NWML Market Snapshot

Thank you to everyone who came out and visited us at the 2019 Seattle Women’s Show. It was such a great time catching up and visiting with you all. Congratulations to our winners. CHEERS!

We have the buyers for your renters! Open the For Sale market to your rental leads! Close a cash sale now, and your clients can rent to own!

Join us for an Introduction to Rent to Own for Brokers and Advanced Marketing Strategies on Thursday, November 14th from 2-4PM at the Katrina Eileen RE office in Fremont.

>>>Lunch is included.
>>>All brokers are welcome!
>>>Space is limited!

Many people plan to build their net worth by buying CDs or stocks, or just having a savings account. Recently, however, Economist Jonathan Eggleston and Survey Statistician Donald Hays, both of the U.S. Census Bureau, shared the biggest determinants of wealth,

“The biggest determinants of household wealth [are] owning a home and having a retirement account.”

Northwest Traditional architecture

Optimally situated on this estate lot with a large level area for entertaining and events on the East Lawn, to the South a Private backyard with play cottage/shed and outdoor living space, and separate entrance to the guest quarters on the West.

Relax | Entertain | Thrive - Outdoor dining, cooking, entertaining, relaxing & playing are all benefits of living in the Pacific Northwest. This home is designed to enjoy all the best benefits of the Woodinville Lifestyle.

17513 214th Ave NE in Woodenville

Offered at $950,000

Take a look at this STYLISH TUSCAN ESTATES LUX on 1.3+ acre private estate-sized cul-de-sac lot. Well appointed designer finishes throughout. Floor plans don't get any better than this spacious light filled interior with sweeping hardwoods in this beautiful house on the hill.

APR (Annual Percentage Rate) - Annual cost of borrowing money based on the loan amount, interest rate, and certain other fees.

Hear from Mike Flynn on his blog, Flynn’s Harp - Notes on people and issues in business, politics and life.

As he turns 94, Dan Evans' role in history will be discussed at Tower Club interview

As a homeowner, it’s important to keep your home running efficiently, not only to save money, but also to help the environment thrive. October 2nd is Energy Efficiency Day, a perfect time to think about making some key upgrades that will improve the efficiency of your home. If you’re looking to sell your house and increase the pool of potential buyers in your market, the upgrades below are truly a must.

Northwest Multiple Listing Service brokers reported year-over-year gains in pending sales, closed sales and prices, but its report summarizing September activity also showed an 18% drop in inventory compared to a year ago.

Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy and have applied for a mortgage! You’re undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any big-time life changes, consult your loan officer – someone who will be able to tell you how your decisions will impact your home loan.

Depleted inventory continues to frustrate would-be buyers in Western Washington. Many of these potential homeowners are expanding their search beyond the major job centers in King County, according to market watchers who commented on the latest statistics from Northwest Multiple Listing Service.

Many of the questions currently surrounding the real estate industry focus on home prices and where they are heading. The most recent Home Price Expectation Survey (HPES) helps target these projected answers.

Here are the results from the Q2 2019 Survey:

On his personal website, self-made millionaire David Bach makes a striking statement:

 “Not prioritizing homeownership is the single biggest mistake millennials are making.” 

He further stated, “Buying a home is an escalator to wealth.”

July provided mixed messages on housing activity, noted one industry veteran when commenting on the latest report from Northwest Multiple Listing Service. The newly released MLS figures show last month's closed sales reached a 12-month high. Member-brokers also reported the number of new listings (11,193) nearly matched pending sales (11,139).