The U.S. housing market is divided right now. In some states, homebuyers are gaining negotiating power, while in others, sellers still control the market. Real estate trends vary widely by location, so whether you’re buying [...]
If you’ve been following the real estate market in 2025, you’ve likely seen some shifts already — but what’s coming next? From rising home prices to steady mortgage rates, here’s what the latest housing market [...]
Wondering if now is a good time to sell your home despite reports of lower home sales compared to last year? While the housing market has cooled compared to the red-hot conditions of recent [...]
Apartments & Condos: Mixed Results with Suburban Momentum The rental market for apartments and condos in May 2025 presented a more varied performance across the region. Some suburban areas saw notable gains, such as Bothell [...]
Single-Family Homes: Strong Growth in the Suburbs The rental market for single-family houses across the Greater Seattle area saw widespread growth in May 2025. Suburban cities, in particular, experienced significant increases in rental prices. [...]
After years of it feeling almost impossible to find a home you want to buy, things are changing for the better. Real estate inventory is growing across the U.S., giving homebuyers more options than they've [...]
With constant headlines raising questions like “Are home prices going up or down?”, “Is a housing market crash coming?”, and “Will mortgage rates drop soon?”, it’s no surprise many buyers are asking: Is now a [...]
In housing markets where inventory is increasing, both homebuilders and home sellers are offering valuable buyer incentives—such as paid closing costs, mortgage rate buy-downs, and other concessions—to make their real estate listings more attractive. These [...]
As you plan your next move, you may be wondering why some homes sell quickly while others sit on the market—understanding what makes a house sell fast in today’s real estate market can make all [...]
According to Zillow, the Seattle-area rental market showed mixed results in March 2025, with Lynnwood leading all cities with a 12.65% rent increase, followed by strong growth in Woodinville (+6.34%), Shoreline (+5.47%), and Bellevue [...]
According to Zillow the Seattle-area rental market showed a mix of strong growth and notable declines in March 2025 compared to the same time last year. While many cities posted impressive year-over-year rent increases, [...]
When you list your home for sale, the goal is to sell fast and for top dollar. However, many home sellers in today’s housing market are overpricing their homes without realizing how conditions have changed. [...]
