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May Stats–Still a Strong Seller’s Market

May numbers are out! No surprise here: it’s still a strong seller’s market. May ended with 1.5 months of inventory–below 3 months is a seller’s market. Last year, the market eased a bit in the April/May timeframe, not this year. Interest rates have ticked-up, which means buyers have slightly less buying power (if rates go […]
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Looking Forward to Windermere’s Community Service Day!

Looking forward to Windermere’s Community Service Day on Friday! It’s always a fun day of giving and camaraderie (and a harsh reality check regarding my lack of ‘real world’ skills—painting, landscaping, etc.).
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Bribery at its Yummiest!

Zoey’s Yogurt as a reward for having their rooms ‘show ready’ for a quick sale.
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Just Listed! Alaskan Junction Charmer

I'm pleased to present this darling home located 2 blocks from the Alaskan Junction in West Seattle. It’s been pre-inspected and we’re looking at offers on Tuesday. https://www.sanditampa.com/listing/WA/Seattle/4551-46th-Ave-SW-98116/34113362 I’

Uncategorized May Stats–Still a Strong Seller’s Market May numbers are out! No surprise here: it’s still a strong seller’s market. May ended with 1.5 months of inventory–below 3 months is a seller’s market. Last year, the market eased a bit in the April/May timeframe, not this year. Interest rates have ticked-up, which means buyers have slightly less buying power (if rates go […]

Uncategorized Looking Forward to Windermere’s Community Service Day! Looking forward to Windermere’s Community Service Day on Friday! It’s always a fun day of giving and camaraderie (and a harsh reality check regarding my lack of ‘real world’ skills—painting, landscaping, etc.).

Uncategorized Bribery at its Yummiest! Zoey’s Yogurt as a reward for having their rooms ‘show ready’ for a quick sale.

Uncategorized Just Listed! Alaskan Junction Charmer I'm pleased to present this darling home located 2 blocks from the Alaskan Junction in West Seattle. It’s been pre-inspected and we’re looking at offers on Tuesday. https://www.sanditampa.com/listing/WA/Seattle/4551-46th-Ave-SW-98116/34113362 I’

Uncategorized Buyer and Seller Success Stories on The Money Hour This was a fun one!

Uncategorized Crazy Market Continues! It continues to be a crazy market out there! In the last 10 days I have been in 7 multiple offer situations. Won 2 and lost 4 to cash buyers—we were the 2nd choice in all 4 (the other was lost because we weren’t high enough in price, which we knew would happen).

Uncategorized Meticulously Maintained Mid-Century Classic Located in Eastgate and priced at $495,000, this 1-story with basement home offers 3 bedrooms and 1.75 baths in 1680 square feet. The light and bright main level offers hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, a skylight, 3 bedrooms & a stylishly remodeled full bath. The lower level features a spacious family room, 3/4 bath, large laundry […]

Uncategorized Eastside Market Update If you know me, you know I’m a numbers girl. I finally added a stats section to my website (www.sanditampa.com/eastside-market-stats). The data confirms what I’m experiencing in the field—it’s a STRONG seller’s market March saw a dip to 1 month of inventory (based on pending sales). Anything below 3 months of inventory is a seller’s […]

Uncategorized And The Winners are…… Kathleen Callahan and Nick Sooy!!!

Uncategorized Mariner’s Contest! To celebrate Mariner’s Opening Day and the start of baseball season I’m doing a giveaway/contest. I will select two winners who can choose from: 1. A pair of Terrace Level tickets (some restrictions apply); or 2. $50 Starbucks gift card. Want to play? Here’s how: Simply leave a comment below about your favorite thing about baseball season […]

Uncategorized Just Listed! Newport Hills Tri-Level Newport Hills Tri-level offering a great floor plan with that 'it factor'. Please stop by my open houses: Friday (3/27) from 11 AM to 1 PM or Sunday (3/29) from 1 PM to 4 PM. Click here for more photos and information: http://www.windermere.com/listing/WA/Bellevue/6510-122nd-Place-SE-98006/33084080

Uncategorized How to Prevent “I wish I would have done this sooner” ‘I wish I would have done this sooner’ is a common phrase I hear when helping Sellers prepare their home for the market. So, I’m putting together a series of tips to help you enjoy home ownership now (as opposed to just before you move). I Wish I Would Have Done this Sooner, Tip #1: […]

Uncategorized Love This Commentary from Paul Harvey Love this from the late and great Paul Harvey. While a little dramatic, it refreshing to have the challenges of my business highlighted. With the market booming, many new agents are flocking to the business under the false pretenses of easy money. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE my job and feel blessed for the […]

Uncategorized Spring Forward! Can you believe it’s already time to change our clocks? This change is always difficult for me, but the extra daylight in the evenings is oh so worth it!

Uncategorized Free Recycling Event Free Recycling Event! It’s a great opportunity to get rid of larger unneeded items. Tomorrow/Sunday from 10 AM to 3 PM at Windermere Bellevue Commons (1200 112th Ave NE, Bellevue 98004). Sunday, 2/21, from 10 AM to 3 PM[/caption]

Uncategorized Hear Me Discuss Home Buying I'm the 2nd guest speaker. My portion begins around minute 32. Guest speaker on The Money Hour discussing home buying.[/caption]

Uncategorized Got Junk? Got junk? Save the date for Windermere's Recycling Event: Sunday, 2/22, from 10 AM to 3 PM.

Uncategorized Let’s Go Hawks!!! I’ll admit to being a recent, bandwagon-type fan, as the 12th man was initially off putting for my University of Texas self (12th man was/is a Texas A&M thing). Regardless, LET’S GO HAWKS!!!!!

Uncategorized Bellevue – A City with a Plan I attended an amazing meeting regarding Bellevue’s future. The presenters were Kemper Freeman discussing downtown Bellevue, the people developing the Spring District (where the old Safeway distribution center was), and Sound Transit discussing light rail. Bellevue has an amazing future, but it will take time! Kemper Freeman’s project along Bellevue Way will be completed first—in […]

Uncategorized Honored to Receive This Detailed Review Received a great review from a client today. Made my day! She captures items that I work hard to achieve. (And, I know this took some time to write, which I also appreciate). http://www.zillow.com/profile/sanditampa/Reviews/?review=1146884 ~~I found Sandi's contact information via Yelp initially, as well as 3 other realtors based in Bellevue/Kirkland area, back in Fall […]