The Home Selling Season is HERE! We have 4 months to Go, Go, GO!!

The home selling season is officially here, and we’ve got four months to go, go, GO! If you’ve been thinking about home selling but aren’t sure whether to make major renovations, small tweaks, or just list your home as-is, you’re not alone. In our latest video, we’ll walk you through exactly what matters when prepping your home for the market so you can sell quickly and for top dollar. Plus, we’ll dive into how top agents market homes for maximum exposure, using professional photography, virtual tours, social media, and targeted ads to attract serious buyers fast.

And if you’re looking for something fun to do while you plan your home selling journey, Seattle is packed with great events this season. From local markets and festivals to waterfront strolls and hidden coffee shops, there’s always something exciting happening. Oh, and speaking of fresh listings, we just launched a new, affordable condo in Kenmore, right by town hall and the Burke-Gilman Trail. Read more below to find out how to prepare your home, market it effectively, and take advantage of this exciting home selling season!


What Updates Should You Make Before Selling Your Home?

What Updates Should You Make Before Selling Your Home? | FULL VERSION
Not sure which home selling updates will help your home sell faster and for top dollar? Watch this before you list!

Thinking about selling your home, but not sure how to prepare?

You’re not alone!

Many homeowners struggle with whether to take on huge rennovations, just address small tweaks, or sell their home as-is.

In this fun and informative video, we’ll walk you through exactly what matters when prepping your home for the market.


A Night Of Broadway Magic With My Family

Enjoying a night out with family at this beautiful venue! 🎭 Thinking about home selling this season? Let’s talk about how to get your home ready for top dollar!
Enjoying a night out with family at this beautiful venue! 🎭 Thinking about home selling this season? Let’s talk about how to get your home ready for top dollar!

Squee!  Last week, my family and I finally got to experience Hamilton live at the Paramount Theatre, and let me tell you—it lived up to the hype!

The theater was gorgeous and packed people.  The line for merch trailed up the stairs and around the second floor balcony.

Once the curtain was up, we were transfixed!  The mix of hip-hop, history, and Broadway magic makes this show a fun modern classic.

It was delightful watching my kids get swept up in the show and comparing the performance with the original Broadway cast!  I was secretly singing along (quietly, of course!), and our seats were so good I could see the spittle flying from the actors lips!

If you haven’t seen Hamilton yet, I highly recommend it.

There’s something special about watching a Broadway-caliber production right here in Seattle’s historic Paramount Theatre—it truly felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

I saw they had Les Mis coming next year -and that’s one of my husband’s favorite musicals, so we’ll have to see if we can score tickets to that next! 


Fun Things To Do In Seattle: Seattle Home Show

Seattle Home and Garden Show
February 20-23, 2025
Disney’s Frozen in Concert with the Seattle Symphony
February 21-22, 2025
Run or Wine 5K
February 23, 2025

Valentine’s Day may be over, but the fun in Seattle never stops! From exciting events to hidden local gems, there’s always something new to explore. Check out my website for more ideas and inspiration on what to do next!

Check other fun activities here…


How Top Agents Market Your Home For Maximum Exposure

When the National Association of Realtors (NAR) surveyed home sellers, the #1 thing they wanted from their agent was effective marketing—and for good reason!

The way your home is marketed can make all the difference in how quickly it sells and for how much.

Great agents go beyond just listing your home on the MLS.

They use a mix of proven and modern strategies to get your home in front of the right buyers, including:

✔️ Professional photos & listing descriptions that make a strong first impression.
✔️ Open houses & virtual tours to create excitement and urgency.
✔️ Social media & email blasts to reach motivated buyers fast.
✔️ High-quality video & paid targeted ads to maximize exposure.


If you’re thinking about selling, let’s talk marketing! I’ll walk you through the best strategies to make sure your home stands out and sells for top dollar.


📍 Ready to learn more? Let’s connect and create a marketing plan that gets your home sold fast and for top dollar!


New Listing: Affordable Condo In Kenmore

Sorry the email is late today… it’s actually because I was launching this new listing this morning! 

Here it is, hot off the presses.  In downtown Kenmore, right by the town hall and Burke-Gilman Trail.  

Take a look at the virtual tour and photos here.

📍 Ready to learn more? Email me back and I’ll respond ASAP! 


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Emily Cressey

Emily Cressey is a real estate broker residing in Lake Forest Park, WA who services the Greater Seattle area including Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Lynnwood, Kenmore, Bothell and Edmonds, WA.

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