She Thought She Wanted to Sell But It Wasn’t About the House This is exactly why I like to start every seller conversation with strategy, not a price. I recently started working with a homeowner who was pretty set on selling her house. She wasn’t in a rush, but she made it clear she didn’t […]

🧠 Eyes Hurting from Scrolling Listings? Are you exhausted from flipping through Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com, and every other site trying to find something that fits your budget, needs, and wishlist? You filter, scroll, save, delete, start over… and still end up staring at homes that don’t work for you.Too small. Too much. Wrong location. Doesn’t […]

Can You Switch Your Loan Type While House Hunting? Yep—Here’s How One Buyer Did It We had an interesting situation come up recently on one of my condo listings in Everett, and it turned into a great learning opportunity. A buyer came to view the condo with an FHA preapproval—but here’s the catch: the condo […]

Multiple offers are creeping back into a lot of markets, and if you are buying or selling, you have to understand how the competition actually plays out week to week. There is this pattern that happens in almost every city I work in, and someone once called it the Creampuff Principle. Honestly, it is the […]

When you buy your next home, I highly recommend getting a general inspection. Even new homes can have issues. A general inspection will give you an overview of any property deficiencies, allowing you to decide your next steps: create a “to-do” list for after you move in, negotiate repairs or financial concessions with the seller, […]

Trees are fantastic for communities. They cool our streets and buildings, manage stormwater, absorb carbon dioxide while producing oxygen, provide a calming environment, and offer homes for various animals. However, large trees can also present challenges in neighborhoods. Here’s what you need to know about tree ownership and management. Tree Location On Your Property: If […]

I recently attended a class that covered all the exciting developments presented at the International Builder Show in Las Vegas, as well as the Kitchen & Bath Show. Here are some key takeaways that will benefit both buyers and sellers in today’s market. Highlights and Takeaways: Preparing Homes for Sale: Many homeowners are preparing to […]