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Fresh Interior Design Tips for Home Owners in Seattle, WA

February 9, 2023

Here in the Pacific Northwest, sometimes it can seem like people… for lack of a better word… let things get a little sloppy. Unlike some areas that I have lived and visited, where people put a strong emphasis on personal appearance and the appearance of their home, that quality seems to be a little bit … Continued

5 Important Questions to Ask Your Agent When Selling Your House in Lake Forest Park, WA

February 7, 2023

By Emily Cressey

Finding the right real estate agent – a good agent – is critical when you’re selling your house. A good realtor can not only help you sell your house faster and at a better price, but can make the whole home-selling process less stressful. To see exactly how we do this, click here to access … Continued

5 Things to Look For When Shopping for Affordable Properties in Lake Forest Park, WA

February 1, 2023

By Emily Cressey

First: Do affordable properties in Lake Forest Park, WA even exist? Despite the recent up-and-downs in the Lake Forest Park, WA housing market, LFP is still an expensive place to live (As is most of Seattle, it seems!) so everyone is on the lookout for affordable properties. Although it may seem like no property here … Continued

A Letter To A New Real Estate Investor In Seattle, WA – 2023

January 30, 2023

By Emily Cressey

Dear New Real Estate Investor I Talked To Last Year…. Of course I remember you. Thanks for reaching out. You are right that the whole market has slowed down since mid-2022 when they started cranking up interest rates so aggressively. Additionally, a lot of people were relocating because of covid – either to go to states … Continued

3 Tips for Getting the Best Listing Photos in Lake Forest Park, WA

January 28, 2023

By Emily Cressey

When it comes to selling your home in Lake Forest Park, if you get your listing photos wrong, you’ve really shot yourself in the foot. Most people today begin their home search online (93% according to the National Association of Realtors, back in 2014), so ONLINE where you have to make sure you create that … Continued

How Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Ability to Buy a House in Lake Forest Park, Washington?

January 18, 2023

By Emily Cressey

Will you be able to buy a house in Lake Forest Park given your current credit score? Although the fortunate cash buyer or trust fund baby is around in the Seattle area to buy homes here and there, if you’re like most of us (that is, not independently wealthy), you will want to qualify to … Continued

The Best Use of Your Money When Renovating Your House Before a Sale in Lake Forest Park, WA

January 14, 2023

By Emily Cressey

Thinking about renovating your house before you put it on the market to sell? This may, or may not be a good idea! It’s NOT a foregone conclusion that you’ll get your money back if you do expensive repairs. This article is meant to help you decide whether or not you should invest in those … Continued

4 Common Questions From First Time Home Sellers in Lake Forest Park, WA

January 11, 2023

By Emily Cressey

Selling a home can be an overwhelming undertaking, especially for first-time home sellers in Lake Forest Park, WA. The process is complex with several steps that have to happen in the right place and at the right time, and it can also be a lengthy process. As a result, first-time buyers usually have a lot … Continued

3 Quick Things to Ensure You Will Qualify for a Home Loan in Lake Forest Park, WA

January 11, 2023

By Emily Cressey

The good news: You’re ready to buy a home! The question: Can you actually get a home loan? Getting a home loan for your property purchase in Lake Forest Park, Washington is an important part of the process for most buyers, because real estate is relatively expensive here in this quiet, hilly, woodsy neighborhood. Many … Continued

How to Know If It’s Time for You to Sell a Home in Lake Forest Park, WA

January 7, 2023

By Emily Cressey

Is it time to sell a home in Lake Forest Park, WA? Deciding whether to sell, move, and buy something new is a tough decision at best. Unlike buying and selling other assets like stocks or crypto, there’s a lot of emotional baggage attached to selling a home. Really, selling your house is often not … Continued

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