Seattle & Washington Real Estate
Real estate is local — and understanding the Washington housing market requires more than national headlines.
In this section, you’ll find:
- Seattle-area housing insights
- Sunday Drive neighborhood features
- Local market commentary
- Washington housing programs
- Community highlights
Whether you’re buying in Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, or surrounding communities, local expertise matters when structuring your financing strategy.
I’ve been helping clients throughout Washington State for over 25 years, and this section highlights insights specific to our region.
Happy New Year from Camano Island, Washington!
Where Are Homebuyers Moving in Washington State?
If you’re planning to buy a home in Washington State, you’re not alone — and you’re probably using a mortgage between $300,000 and $1,000,000.
That loan range now represents the largest share of homebuyers across Washington, from first-time buyers to relocations and move-up homeowners. But where people are buying has shifted significantly in the past few years.
Below are the top Washington cities attracting homebuyers and what mortgage financing typically looks like in each market. [Read more…]
In Memory of Jim Reppond
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im Reppond passed away on November 11, 2024. I was so saddened and surprised to learn about this and I just think that I haven’t been ready to accept it. Jim had met me for lunch a couple of months earlier in Seattle and I’m so glad we took the time to catch up. It would be our last conversation. [Read more…]
Complete Guide to Accessory Dwelling Units
Washington is in the top 3 states for leading the country with the addition to accessory dwelling units!
This type of housing makes it possible for providing housing to aging parents, adult children who are priced out of the market, a workspace or to provide income as a rental property.
If you have been contemplating adding an ADU to your home or finding a home with (or that could have) an ADU, I encourage you to check out my latest resource guide: Accessory Dwelling Units.
If you’re interested in learning more about financing options, I am happy to help you!
My Initial Thoughts on the Middle Housing Class
Wow!
Thursday, our classroom at our Kent office was packed with real estate agents wanting to learn the latest on the new zoning laws impacting neighborhoods in Washington. Richard Hagar did an amazing job covering this complicated subject. If you are a real estate agent, appraiser or city planner, I highly recommend attending one of his classes. The class focuses on the impacts of state regulations HB1110 and HB1337. [Read more…]
