Seattle Real Estate News & Local Happenings

Should You Buy in Seattle Now or Wait for Prices to Drop?

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Should You Buy in Seattle Now or Wait for Prices to Drop? Greater Seattle inventory has climbed to its highest level in years, giving buyers real negotiating room. Quick Answer: Buying in Seattle now can make sense even as prices soften, if the home fits your life and your budget. Inventory sits near a multi-year … Continued

What Does It Cost to Sell a House in Seattle in 2026?

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Selling a house in the Seattle area in 2026 usually costs about 7 to 9 percent of the sale price once you total everything up. On a $900,000 King County home, plan for roughly $68,000 in selling costs: agent commission (still the biggest line, and now openly negotiable), Washington’s real estate excise tax, escrow and … Continued

Summer 2026: Should I Sell My Eastside Luxury Home Now?

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Should I sell my Eastside luxury home now? If you plan to sell within the next 18 months, moving sooner is the stronger position. Eastside months of supply recently hit a 15-year high and the median price has slipped about 4% year over year, which means every quarter you wait adds competition rather than removing … Continued

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House in Seattle?

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Is now a good time to buy a house in Seattle? For many buyers, yes. Seattle median sale prices are down roughly 5% year over year and inventory has reached a 14-year high, giving buyers leverage they have not had in over a decade. But the answer depends heavily on what you are buying and … Continued

Best Walkable Waterfront Neighborhoods Near Seattle

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Which towns near Seattle have both a water view and a walkable downtown? Kirkland and Edmonds deliver both in one continuous experience better than anywhere else in the Greater Seattle area. Madison Park, Winslow on Bainbridge Island, Mukilteo, and Des Moines are strong alternatives depending on your commute and budget. There is a question I … Continued

Selling a Seattle Condo in 2026: What to Know

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Is now a good time to sell a Seattle condo? Seattle condo prices were down 9.3% year over year in April, and inventory hit a 14-year high. You can still sell well in this market, but it takes a different strategy than it did a few years ago. Seattle’s condo market looks different in 2026 … Continued

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

How to Make Fair Decisions When Settling a Parent’s Estate

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Making fair decisions when settling a parent’s estate can feel more difficult than expected. What seems straightforward on paper often becomes complex when emotions, family history, and different perspectives are involved. Each sibling may have a different idea of what is fair, especially when it comes to the home, belongings, and financial outcomes. The goal … Continued