Home Buyers Myth #3 — Interest Rates Are Too High to Buy   “I can’t afford to buy a home.”  “The interest rates are too high.” “We’re entering a recession.”   These concerns are real, and I hear some version of them often. Sometimes they come from current market conditions. Sometimes they come from outdated advice that has been repeated so many times it starts to feel […]
Seattle Neighborhoods More Affordable Residential Neighborhoods to Explore in Seattle   Seattle is not an inexpensive housing market, but some neighborhoods may offer more attainable options than others, especially for buyers looking for a residential feel, access to parks, everyday amenities, transit, and a little more breathing room. When I talk about “more affordable” Seattle neighborhoods, I mean relative affordability within the city and nearby […]
Windermere Partnerships Discover Seabrook, WA   Windermere is the strategic sales partner for Seabrook, Washington, an award-winning coastal community overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Through this partnership, Windermere clients have access to an exclusive rental discount to visit Seabrook, as well as the benefit of working with a team of local specialists who can assist with everything from scheduling a stay, […]
Home Buyers Myth #2 — It’s Cheaper to Rent than to Own   “I can’t afford to buy a home.”  “The interest rates are too high.” “We’re entering a recession.”   These concerns are real, and I hear some version of them often. Sometimes they come from current market conditions. Sometimes they come from outdated advice that has been repeated so many times it starts to feel […]
Home Buyers Myth #1 — You need a 20% down payment   “I can’t afford to buy a home.”  “The interest rates are too high.” “We’re entering a recession.”   These concerns are real, and I hear some version of them often. Sometimes they come from current market conditions. Sometimes they come from outdated advice that has been repeated so many times it starts to feel […]
Seattle How Washington Housing Laws Are Changing Seattle Real Estate   Washington State lawmakers passed a series of housing bills in 2023 aimed at reforming housing regulations, increasing housing supply, and creating more options for renters and homebuyers. These new bills will have a significant impact on housing in the state. Most aim to promote opportunities for building density and to provide more affordable housing […]
Home Buyers Buying a Seattle Townhome? It Might Actually Be a Condo   In Seattle, some homes that look like townhomes or detached backyard cottages are legally structured as condominiums. That means buyers may own their individual unit along with a shared interest in common elements, and they should review the condominium declaration, map, HOA documents, and public offering statement before buying. In 2019, Seattle City Council […]
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