Ever thought about living in the same house with your grandparents, parents, or other loved ones? You're not alone. A lot of people are choosing to buy multi-generational homes where everyone can live together. Let's check out why they think it’s a good idea to see if it might be a good fit for you, too. Why People Are Choosing Multi-Generational Living According to the National Association of Continue Reading about As Kittitas County and the Kitsap Peninsula Grow...: Is a Multi-Generational Home Right for You?~
Ranks high on the list for snart buyers and agents: MORTGAGE APPROVAL FIRST, HOUSE NEXT! ~
MORTGAGE APPROVAL FIRST, HOUSE NEXT! Getting pre-approved for a home mortgage is the first and most crucial step in the home-buying process. It not only helps you determine your budget but also gives you a competitive edge over other buyers in any kind of real estate market. It is important to understand the impact of pre-approval that helps you look most favorable to a seller. Don't let the fear Continue Reading about Ranks high on the list for snart buyers and agents: MORTGAGE APPROVAL FIRST, HOUSE NEXT! ~
In Kittitas County & the Kitsap Peninsula: The Best Way To Keep Track of Mortgage Rate Trends~
If you’re thinking about buying a home, chances are you’ve got mortgage rates on your mind. You’ve heard about how they impact how much you can afford in your monthly mortgage payment, and you want to make sure you’re factoring that in as you plan your move. The problem is, with all the headlines in the news about rates lately, it can be a bit overwhelming to sort through. Here’s a quick Continue Reading about In Kittitas County & the Kitsap Peninsula: The Best Way To Keep Track of Mortgage Rate Trends~
Insights to upcoming summer market: Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?
A Spring/Summer take away for you: Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home? Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting to get a bit better and may improve even more throughout the year. Elijah de la Campa, Senior Economist at Redfin, says: “We’re Continue Reading about Insights to upcoming summer market: Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?
The median square footage of a new single-family home has moved down to its lowest level since 2010: Builders Are Building Smaller Homes~
There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right now and they’re offering incentives. And that can help give you more options that fit the bill. Newly Built Homes Are Trending Continue Reading about The median square footage of a new single-family home has moved down to its lowest level since 2010: Builders Are Building Smaller Homes~
Careful Thinking Required Here: Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You~
Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s market because there are so few homes for sale right now. And historically, this is the time of year when more buyers move, and competition ticks up. That makes this an exciting time to put up that for sale Continue Reading about Careful Thinking Required Here: Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You~
Homeownership is right around the corner... but first, it's time to lock down all the details and close the deal: What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs~
So you're in the market to buy a home, your down payment is probably top of mind. And rightly so — it's likely the biggest cost of homebuying. However, it is not the only cost and it's critical you understand all your expenses before diving in. Before making the decision to buy a home, it's important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you're busy saving for the down Continue Reading about Homeownership is right around the corner... but first, it's time to lock down all the details and close the deal: What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs~
The expected competitive spring realestate market is about to begin: 4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a Home~
A Take Away For You: Trust Your Agent During Negotiations After you submit your offer, the seller may decide to counter it. When negotiating, it’s smart to understand what matters to the seller. Once you do, being as flexible as you can on things like moving dates or the condition of the house can make your offer more attractive. Are you thinking about buying a home soon? If so, you Continue Reading about The expected competitive spring realestate market is about to begin: 4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a Home~