4 signs of a great agent in seattle

Need an Agent? Here Are 4 Signs of A Great Agent In Seattle

Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions a person will experience ever. Hiring the wrong agent can lead to mistakes. Mistakes might cost you the home or tens, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars. That’s why it’s crucial to invest time in finding a highly qualified and trustworthy agent … Continued
Th 4P's of Real Estate Success - Emily Cressey - Home Pro Associates

The 4 P’s of Real Estate Success

In a dynamic and competitive real estate market, the art of selling a property goes beyond mere transactions; it becomes a strategic endeavor to stand out among a myriad of listings. Effectively selling a property is not just about finding a buyer; it’s about presenting a compelling narrative that resonates with potential homeowners. In an … Continued
Can Your Real Estate Agent Help You Find Off-Market Properties - Emily Cressey - Seattle Real Estate Agent - Home Pro Associates

Can Your Real Estate Agent Help You Find Off-Market Properties?

One of the things that I do, as a buyers agent, that makes me different than other real estate agents is that I don’t "just" show homes that are listed on the MLS. Especially in today’s competitive real estate market here in Shoreline, Lynnwood and Everett, we are finding it difficult to buy homes straight off the MLS because they are often being sold for well over asking price with multiple offers. For that reason, I like to do marketing to people who are in my buyers' prefered neighborhoods, but who have not have decided to sell their house yet for whatever reason. If we can identify home owners who are a few weeks or months away from being ready to sell, we may be able to build a relationship with them such that they would consider a direct sale to my buyers without ever putting their house on the open market.
Will Falling Interest Rates Spur Real Estate Market Growth - Home Pro Associates - Emily Cressey

Puget Sound Market Update: Will Falling Interest Rates Spur Real Estate Market Growth?

Strategic Approach That Led To Rapid Homes Sales This 2023! Fun Things To Do This November: Seattle Tree Lighting Celebration! Seattle Tree Lighting CelebrationNovember 25, 5:00-6:00 PM Seattle Christmas MarketNovember 24 – December 24Wild LanternsWoodland Park Zoo – Seattle, WA Check other fun activities here… Home Prices Still Growing – Now At A “Normal” Pace … 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

Failed Earnest Money

The thing about a changing market is that it can get a little bit choppy and things don’t always go your way.  Sure, it’s easy to sell a house in a great neighborhood, in great condition, but what happens when you have a house that needs a little more TLC that’s priced at the top … Continued