Market Trends 7/26/2021 Housing and Economic Update from Matthew Gardner This video is the latest in our Monday with Matthew series with Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. Each month, he analyzes the most up-to-date U.S. housing data to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market.      Hello there!  I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, and welcome to […]
Market Trends Q2 2021 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update By: Matthew Gardner The following analysis of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact your Windermere Real […]
Selling What’s my Home Worth? Originally published on the Windermere Blog by Sandy Dodge Of all the questions that arise during the selling process, “What’s my home worth?” is the first for most sellers. By using home valuation tools and understanding local market conditions, sellers can educate themselves on how much their home could potentially fetch on the market, but that’s just […]
Selling 10 Steps to Selling Your Home Image source: Shutterstock Originally posted on the Windermere Blog by Sandy Dodge Navigating everything involved with selling your home can seem intimidating. Breaking the process down step by step will keep you organized and ready to work with your agent toward a successful home sale.   1. Choose an agent A lot goes into choosing the […]
Market Trends Monday with Matthew – June 2021 This video is the latest in our Monday with Matthew series with Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. Each month, he analyzes the most up-to-date U.S. housing data to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market.   Hello! I’m Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist for Windermere Real Estate and welcome to this […]
First Time Buyer 5 Mistakes to Avoid After Pre-Approval Getting pre-approved is a great first step for buyers, but there can be a number of hurdles in the process. Here are a few cautionary steps that can be taken to make the experience as smooth and worry-free as possible. Pre-Approval Getting pre-approved has many benefits for buyers: it strengthens their buying power, assists in identifying […]
Market Trends May Market Update – Matthew Gardner Report By: Matthew Gardner This video is the latest in our Monday with Matthew series with Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. In this month’s special episode, Matthew takes a deep dive into the data that helped him shape his Op-Ed piece for Inman News. Hello there! I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, and welcome […]
Market Trends April Market Update – Matthew Gardner Report Hello there and welcome to the April edition of Mondays with Matthew. I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner There were a lot of rich, housing-related datasets released this month so let’s get going. And first up, I want to look at mortgage applications. Source: MBA You may remember last month we discussed what […]
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First Time Buyer Why is This Home Called a Condo? If you have done any house hunting around Seattle in the past few years you may have come across a property that feels like a single-family home, but is confusingly classified as a condo. These homes are called “detached condos” and are becoming quite common. What is a Detached Condo? Detached condos, also called  “free-standing […]
Home Maintenance The Benefits of a Pre-Listing Inspection Previously published on the Windermere Blog by Sandy Dodge Pre-listing inspections can help sellers better understand the condition of their home before putting it on the market. They can also strengthen a home’s appeal to potential buyers and help to streamline the offer process, which is especially important in competitive markets. However, pre-listing inspections can […]
Home Maintenance How to Prevent Water Damage to Your Home Previously published on the Windermere Blog – Written by Sandy Dodge Water is constantly coursing through your home, flowing in and out of drain pipes, sinks, tubs, and showers. Numerous systems in our homes are dependent upon water, but the minute it runs rampant it begins to cause damage. The consequences of water damage run […]
Uncategorized A Brief History of Women in the U.S. Real Estate Industry March is Women’s History Month and, so I thought it would be fitting to create a timeline of the history of Women in Real Estate. It is notable that though we were initially excluded from taking part in real estate, not only as business professionals, but also as land owners, women now make up a […]
Uncategorized What Is a Craftsman Home? By by Sandy Dodge – previously on the Windermere Blog The Craftsman home has a distinct look and definitive features, whose origins date back to nineteenth-century Britain. Their popularity can be attributed to the simple ideas behind their design and their focus on functional living.   Types of Craftsman Homes Craftsman Bungalow For many people, […]
First Time Buyer The Importance of Pre-Approval Written by Sandy Dodge – previously posted on the Windermere Blog To set yourself up for a smooth and successful home purchase, getting pre-approved is perhaps the most productive first step you can take. It strengthens your buying credibility, informs your home search, and speeds up the closing process.   The Pre-Approval Process  There is an important distinction […]
Market Trends Top 10 Things to Look Out for in 2021 – From Windermere’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner Top 10 Provided by Windermere’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner 1. Economic Growth Will Pick up – But Not Until the Summer I am expecting solid employment gains in 2021, but growth is likely to start in earnest in the second half of the year once the vaccine has been more widely distributed. I believe job […]
Home Renovations Incorporate Pantone’s Color of 2021 Into Your Home previously published on Windermere.com by Sandy Dodge For the second time ever, Pantone’s Color of the Year is actually two colors: Ultimate Gray and Illuminating Yellow. Ultimate Gray is emblematic of natural elements that stand the test of time, while Illuminating Yellow is a cheerful sunshine yellow, symbolizing energy and clarity. Here are some ways you can […]
Home Renovations Renovating Your Vacation Home (Previously published on Windermere.com – by Sandy Dodge) Owning a vacation home comes with the reward of having your own slice of paradise, but it can also present some unique challenges if you need to make renovations. It’s important to understand how you will use your second home before diving into any renovation projects. This will help […]