Moving to Seattle: Neighborhoods, Lifestyle, and Tips

If you’re thinking about moving to or from or within the greater Seattle area, I want to welcome you to my YouTube channel. Here we talk about things that a lot of buyers and sellers in this area are wondering about. I find there are three main questions.

Number one, where am I moving to? If you’re from out of the area or even within, you may know that the greater Seattle area is not only huge geographically, huge in population, but there are a lot of different cultural enclaves from the north end where we have a naval base in Everett and Boeing airplane facility, to Monroe where it’s farm country.

How Real Estate Buyer Agent Compensation Works in Washington State

How Buyer Agent Compensation Works What Home Buyers Need to Know Before They Make an Offer Buying a home is one of the largest financial decisions most people ever make. Yet buyer agent compensation is often poorly explained, misunderstood, or avoided altogether. That lack of clarity creates anxiety for buyers. It also leads to bad … Continued

Living in Vancouver, WA: PNW’s Affordable Urban Alternative

Living in Vancouver, WA: PNW’s Affordable Urban Alternative Living in Vancouver, Washington gives you the best of both worlds: small-town friendliness and big-city access. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver offers a welcoming community, rich local history, and stunning natural surroundingsβ€”all without the traffic and high cost of living found … Continued

Don’t Miss Out on Down Payment Assistance Programs in Seattle, Washington

Down Payment Assistance Program opportunities are transforming the way people buy homes in the Seattle real estate market. If you’ve been struggling to save up for a hefty down payment, you’re not aloneβ€”and thankfully, you’re not out of options. In today’s fast-moving and high-cost housing environment, a Down Payment Assistance Program can be the difference … Continued

Buying New Construction in Seattle: Pros, Cons, and Hidden Costs

New construction homes in Seattle offer modern designs, energy efficiency, and the opportunity to customize features to suit your lifestyle. With the competitive nature of the Seattle real estate market, many buyers are exploring new builds as an alternative to older homes that may require renovations or extensive maintenance. While buying new comes with advantages … Continued

Gingerbread Party Success!

This weekend, we kicked off the holiday season with an unforgettable event at our Fremont officeβ€”our very first Gingerbread Party! This festive gathering brought together families, friends, and members of our community to celebrate the magic of the holidays in a creative and heartwarming way. With cheerful decorations, holiday treats, and plenty of gingerbread houses … Continued

Buyers Agent Explained: Everything Seattle Homebuyers Need to Know

What is a buyer’s agent? Well, I’m glad you asked, because that probably means you’re thinking about becoming a buyer in today’s real estate market here in the Seattle area, and it can be a very tricky process to get into because we have a lot more buyers than we have inventory right now, as I make this video. That might not be the case for you, but we’re going to get into what is a buyer’s agent? How much does it cost? Do you need one? Are there any downsides? We’ll get into all of that here in this video. This is Emily Cressey, your digitally-enabled Puget Sound community advisor. Hi, my name is Emily Cressey. I have been investing in real estate for the past two decades, and I’m a real estate broker here in the greater Seattle area. I actually live in Shoreline in North Seattle.

How Will Your Realtor Market Your Home For Sale in Seattle, WA?

When it comes to home selling, effective home advertising can make all the difference in attracting potential buyers and securing the best offers. That’s where your realtor investing to market your home for sale in Seattle comes into play. A skilled real estate agent recognizes the importance of a well-rounded marketing strategy that goes beyond … Continued

How To Sell an Inherited House in Seattle, WA

Have you and your family inherited a house in Seattle and aren’t sure what to do next? It might be packed with stuff, emotionally overwhelming, and complicated by multiple decision-makers. Whether it’s cluttered or causing conflict, selling an inherited house in Seattle doesn’t have to be stressful. Find out how working with a real estate … Continued