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Shoreline Schools – What Are They Really Like?

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So, have you heard good things about our Shoreline Schools here in the Shoreline school district in Lake Forest Park, WA and Shoreline, WA? You’ve probably heard we have a great public school system. But is that really true? Hi, I’m Emily Cressey, and I actually grew up attending the Shoreline public schools before transfering to a private school called Lakeside for high school. One of the things that I enjoyed about the schools here is the warm teachers and different educational tracks, whether highly capable or special needs, there is something for everyone.
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Selling Your Home Is Easy… But Will You Be Able To Find A New Replacement Property To Buy?

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Thinking about selling, but worried you won’t be able to find a replacement property and you’ll be homeless?

Well, that’s a very understandable concern, clearly before you decide to sell one home, you have to have a plan for finding your next home!

I’ve got good news: There are many solutions to help you with selling your home and finding a replacement home even with limited inventory here in Seattle, Shoreline, Mill Creek and Bothell.  

Real Estate Paperwork Explained For Shoreline, WA Home Buyers

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Okay, so maybe real estate paperwork isn’t EVERYBODY’S favorite topic. Unless you’re an attorney (like half my family) – maybe it even makes your eyes cross a little bit. But it IS important. Sometimes, the times you appreciate clearly drafted real estate contracts the most is when there is a problem that comes up in … Continued

Choosing Between Multiple House Offers: Should You Always Take The Highest Priced Offer When You’re Selling Your Home?

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If you're thinking about selling your first home in Seattle, WA or the surrounding area, you might have heard that our strong market often leads to multiple offers and you may find yourself choosing between multiple house offers. When you're fortunate enough to be in this situation, does it make sense to just take the highest offer? What other factors should be considered when handling a multiple-offer situation?
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Buying a Retirement Home Before You’re Ready To Retire

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Are these days of remote work and quarantining making you think about buying a retirement home? Maybe you long for the days when you could throw in the towel, kiss your boss good-bye and head for the lake, mountains or beach. Or maybe you’re just looking for a second home location to be closer to … Continued

Selling Your House in Seattle This Year? Here’s What You Can Do To Get Ready Now!

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Before you put your house on the market, ask your real estate agent for guidance on improving your home's presentation. Your agent can tell you what buyers expect in your particular market and at your home's price point. Getting your house ready to sell can seem enormously intimidating – there just seems to be so much to do in the beginning. But selling your house in Seattle doesn't have to be such a daunting undertaking. If you start early enough and do the things that matter the most first, it will be far more manageable. Also, keep in mind that if you have any equity in your house, it's a job for which you'll be handsomely paid at the end – the sale.
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Women Investing in Real Estate—Here’s Why It Matters

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Are more women investing in real estate than ever before? Everyone wants a place to call home; a place that gives them a sense of security. Owning property gives women financial security and feeling of success. We are currently seeing major interest from females who want to achieve this dream, and the numbers are proving … Continued
A good Shoreline, WA real estate agent will help you determine the best listing price for your home.

What Can You Buy For A Million Plus In Seattle Washington?

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With "Starter Homes" in the suburbs, towns and neighborhoods surrounding Seattle starting at upwards of half a million dollars, Seattle is one of the country's more expensive real estate markets. While there is a lot of housing pressure and tight inventory at the sub-one-million dollar mark, as first time home owners vie for their own piece of the action, once you start looking at homes priced above $1.5 million, the field thins considerably and you may be in the luxury house market.

What A Home Inspection Won’t Tell You About A Shoreline Property.

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Before you buy a home, one of the things you should do is to have it checked out by a professional home inspector. Home inspections are used to provide an opportunity for a buyer to identify any major issues with a home prior to closing. In general, home inspectors do a very thorough job, examining things during a home inspection that most of us would never dream of looking at. After all, they have 1,600+ items on their inspection checklists. Still, despite that thoroughness, inspectors don't and can't look at everything. Here, then, is what a home inspection won't tell you about a Shoreline property.