The Emerald City is a hub for both well-known tech companies and new startups, with no trouble attracting the necessary talent to these ventures. In fact, a recent study revealed that more graduates in technical fields are moving to Seattle than to any other major city.

Second homes offer several options to homeowners seeking to expand their property portfolios.

For some time, Bellevue has been growing increasingly unaffordable for the people who live and work in the city. Median home prices in the city are some of the state’s most expensive, and apartment costs mimic this trend, with Bellevue’s median rental price landing at $3,400—adding up to a whopping $40,800 a year.

Is now the right time to buy a house? If you utilize the strategy of "marry the house, date the rate," the answer could be yes.

Even though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy that was so characteristic of the last couple of years, it doesn’t mean today’s market is at a standstill. In actuality, buyer traffic is still strong today.

If you’re following mortgage rates because you know they impact your borrowing costs, you may be wondering what the future holds for them. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to answer that question because mortgage rates are notoriously hard to forecast.  

There are lots of good reasons to become a homeowner. Homeownership builds wealth regardless of income level and you may be surprised to learn homeowners across various income levels have a much higher net worth than renters who make the same amount.

Affordable housing in Seattle just got another win. In a city that is in dire need of as many affordable units as possible to make up for skyrocketing living costs, the wait times for larger developments can be a major pain point for developers and future residents alike.

Summer has arrived in the PNW and we are here to soak up every bit of it! From Fourth of July festivities to laid-back beach visits, weekend farmers markets, and so much more…there is truly something fun for everyone!

Selling your house is no simple task.

After years of being the state’s top employer by number of job postings, the tech sector has been surpassed by healthcare. A recent report indicates that since April of this year, six of Washington’s top ten employers looking to fill jobs were healthcare companies.

A canceled light rail station has created a new opportunity for Seattle residents in need of affordable housing. Located on First Hill, a new high-rise recently opened to the first wave of residents, marking a win for housing nonprofits in the city.

For some home buyers, a fixer-upper is their idea of a dream home. However, the process of buying a fixer-upper comes with additional responsibilities compared to properties in better condition or new construction homes.

Your local market conditions dictate the real estate climate around you. Where things are on the buyer’s/seller’s market spectrum will impact how you approach selling your home.

A historic new bill could redefine the future of housing in the state. House Bill 1110, broadly referred to as a “middle housing” bill, would allow duplexes or fourplexes in most neighborhoods in most cities throughout the state, regardless of local zoning rules.

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As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June.

The rise in women pursuing homeownership hasn’t just made an impact on the housing market. It’s also been an asset for those buyers and their households. That’s because homeownership has…