5 Goals to Set Right Now to Help You Buy a Seattle Home in 2024
Do you want to buy a Seattle home? Here are 5 goals to set right now to get you in the door.
Category: Buying A House
Do You “REALLY” Need A Realtor When Buying A Home?
Welcome to a thought-provoking discussion: “Do You ‘REALLY‘ Need A Realtor When Buying A Home?” Deciding whether to navigate the intricate world of buying a home on your own or enlist the expertise of a professional can be a pivotal moment in your home-buying journey. The question of Do You ‘REALLY’ Need A Realtor When … Continued
5 Inspection Red Flags: What You Need to Watch Out for When Buying a House in Seattle, Washington
Navigating the Seattle real estate market presents an array of considerations for prospective homebuyers. From the neighborhood’s character to property dimensions and pricing, myriad factors shape your decision-making process. Nevertheless, amidst these crucial aspects, the inspection stage emerges as a pivotal moment when you buy a home. It’s during this phase that you gain a … Continued
Real Estate Investment Strategies for First-Time Home Buyers
Real estate investment holds significant importance for first-time homebuyers as it represents a pathway to financial stability, wealth accumulation, and long-term security. Beyond the obvious benefit of owning a place to call home, real estate offers a unique opportunity to build equity and generate rental income. It serves as a tangible asset that tends to … Continued
Sell First, Buy Later.
“Sell First, Buy Later.” This is the solution many home owners are told when they ask how to transition into another property. We are hearing these questions more frequently now as the Seattle real estate market has become “unlocked” and homeowners are finally having an easier time finding a new home to purchase. I just … Continued
How are interest rates affecting the real estate market now and going forward?
📈Interest rates got bumped up fast because we were having run-away inflation, and the Federal Reserve wanted to Sloooowww Dowwwwwn the economy. How’s it working? Economists believe we need to see at least 3 months of lower inflation numbers before interest rates will decrease significantly. Since interest rates on mortgages affect the affordability of homes, … Continued
This time isn’t like last time
I remember a time when I was calling many of my would-be home-buyer clients and they were sharing similar concerns: They were worried about a real estate market crash. As we’ve seen a strong upward trend in the housing market this Spring, you may be relieved to know that we are only 1-5% off the … Continued
Why Home Ownership Wins In the Long Run
Yes! Buying a home in Seattle is hard. If you think it’s not the right time to buy because #reasons, I hear you… we have been having chitter-chatter for the last year or so about interest rates, affordability and recession concerns. You’re not wrong. So, when’s it going to be the best time to buy … Continued
The Secret to Real Estate Success: Location, Location, Location 📍🏡
The first three rules of real estate are: Location, Location, Location. If you’re wondering why Seattle real estate is so expensive, this is the answer – It’s where people want to be. When I talk to potential home buyers about buying a home, the three categories for decision-making we look at are: You can choose … Continued
Buying an Investment Property With No Money Down
Finding a high-return real estate investment that you can “afford” to hang onto in this market can be tricky. One local lender in Alabama is addressing this problem by creating a 100% financing package for INVESTORS! Navigating the complexities of the real estate market to secure a high-return investment that aligns with affordability can be a … Continued