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South Snohomish County Quarterly Market Trends

By Andrea Wetzel | Oct 17, 2018

In September, the average days on market landed at 27 days and the original list-to-sale price ratio 98%. Since May, inventory growth has been noticeable, and has given buyers more options. This has led to more negotiations and fewer bidding wars, which is tempering month-over-month price growth to a more sustainable level. Back in April, the average […]

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North Snohomish County Quarterly Market Trends

By Andrea Wetzel | Oct 17, 2018

In September, the average days on market landed at 29 days and the original list-to-sale price ratio at 98%. Since May, inventory growth has been noticeable, and has given buyers more options. This has led to more negotiations and fewer bidding wars, which is tempering month-over-month price growth to a more sustainable level. Back in May, the […]

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Monthly Newsletter

By Andrea Wetzel | Sep 29, 2018

With the sharpest increase of available homes for sale in years, more opportunities are now available for buyers, including first-timers. Many first-time home buyers have sat on the sidelines and remained renters due to the constriction of inventory, which put major pressure on price affordability. Not only has affordability been an issue, but the terms required to prevail […]

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Pumpkin Patch Guide 2018

By Andrea Wetzel | Sep 3, 2018

Nothing feels more like fall than pumpkin picking, hay rides and corn mazes. Get your latte in hand and head out to any one of these great, local farms to have some harvest fun and find that perfect jack-o-lantern to light up your porch. Times, dates & activities may change, please use the links provided […]

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Don’t Wait for a Disaster to Build Your Emergency Kit

By Andrea Wetzel | Sep 3, 2018

Two Weeks Ready: Be Prepared. Build Kits. Help Each Other. The first few days after a disaster are often the most critical. Government and essential services may not be available right away, depending on the circumstances. It is imperative to have a plan in place for such a time, and be ready to act on […]

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Windermere and the Seahawks are Back for Another Season to #TackleHomelessness!

By Andrea Wetzel | Sep 3, 2018

All of us at Windermere are very excited to kick off our third season as the Official Real Estate Company of the Seattle Seahawks! Once again, our #tacklehomelessness campaign is front-and-center, with the Windermere Foundation donating $100 for every Seahawks home-game tackle during the 2018 season to YouthCare, a Seattle-based non-profit organization that has been […]

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Windermere Foundation Update

By Andrea Wetzel | Sep 3, 2018

Thanks to the generosity of Windermere agents, staff, franchise owners, and the community, the Windermere Foundation has proudly donated a total of $920,351 so far this year to non-profit organizations that provide services to low-income and homeless families. This brings the total amount of money that the Windermere Foundation has raised since 1989 to over […]

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Monthly Newsletter

By Andrea Wetzel | Sep 3, 2018

Keeping Price Growth in Perspective, Opportunities Abound for Both Buyers and Sellers   “How’s the Market?” is a question I am asked all the time. It is a common segue in casual conversation over the neighbor’s fence, at a cocktail party or family gathering. Now more than ever, the answer to this question is critical, yet fascinating. You see, […]

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5 Must-Visit Businesses in Downtown Woodinville

By Andrea Wetzel | Aug 29, 2018

No one knows downtown Woodinville better than our very own residents. From the best places to hang out to premier pet-friendly services, we have your inside scoop! Here is a look at 5 spots (plus one annual event!) to explore in downtown Woodinville, as recommended by locals:  Molbak’s Garden + Home Located at 13625 NE […]

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