Category: Real Estate News

Washington Housing Inventory Surges in 2026 as Buyers Gain More Choices

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What does rising housing inventory in Washington state mean for buyers and sellers in 2026? Washington’s active home listings have surged to 21,381 by May 2026, giving buyers more choices and negotiating room while pushing sellers to price and market homes more strategically than they have in years. New tax legislation, mortgage rate pressures, and … Continued

Buying a Home in Seattle When Interest Rates Are High

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High interest rates tend to dominate real estate headlines. When rates rise, many buyers assume it is automatically a bad time to buy a home. In Seattle, that assumption often causes buyers to pause, wait, or step out of the market entirely. The reality is more nuanced. Buying when interest rates are high is not … Continued

Washington’s New Rent Cap: What It Means for Landlords and Tenants

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Washington State has officially passed a rent cap law, introducing new limits on how much landlords can increase rent each year. Under this legislation, annual rent hikes are restricted to 7% plus inflation, with a maximum cap of 10%, whichever is lower. This new rent control measure represents one of the most significant housing policy … Continued

One Seattle Plan: What It Means for Real Estate

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Seattle is undergoing a major transformation—and at the center of it all is the One Seattle Plan. This forward-thinking initiative is designed to guide how the city grows over the next several decades, shaping everything from housing density to transportation and sustainability. The One Seattle Plan reimagines zoning, land use, and urban development to better … Continued

Free Family Photos This Saturday + Must-Know Buyer Tips Inside!

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Buyer tips aren’t just for when you’re ready to write an offer—they’re most powerful when you start early. This Saturday, stop by Magnuson Park in Seattle for a free professional family photo session. It’s a great way to enjoy the weekend, capture beautiful moments, and take a relaxed stroll through one of the city’s most … Continued

How We Sold a Fixer-Upper for $20K Over Asking

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Worried about how today’s interest rates might affect your home sale in 2025? You’re not alone. In this quick read, I’ll walk you through how we sold a Seattle fixer-upper for $20,000 over list price—by positioning it as an investment opportunity, not just a home. If you’re thinking of selling a fixer-upper in today’s market, … Continued