What is FIRPTA and why does it matter when you buy real estate?
Navigating FIRPTAAN ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR BUYERS Request Market Analysis What is FIRPTA? Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act, popularly known as FIRPTA, is a crucial concept to understand for anyone involved in real estate transactions in the United States, especially when foreign individuals or entities are participating. What is FIRPTA? Enacted in 1980, FIRPTA […]
Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum
Suncadia Resort Cle Elum, Wa The Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum is a picturesque retreat nestled in the stunning Cascade Mountains of Washington state. The resort offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, with a range of amenities and activities for all ages. The resort covers over 6,000 acres and […]
Best Neighborhoods in Seattle
Best Neighborhoods in Seattle Chris Reis | COMPASS Seattle is a dynamic and diverse city with many neighborhoods that offer unique experiences and amenities. From historic districts to modern developments, here are some of the best neighborhoods in Seattle to explore. Capitol Hill – Capitol Hill is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood that’s known for […]
Chelan Lookout: Offers More Than Just Real Estate
The Lookout at Lake Chelan A Community That Offers More Than Just Real Estate When people think about The Lookout at Lake Chelan, the first thing that often comes to mind is its stunning real estate. And it’s easy to see why – the community boasts beautiful homes, cottages, and condos with breathtaking views of […]
February 15th Market Update
King County Market Update February 15th 2023 February 5th – February 11th 2023 marketingcenter-greaterseattle-seattle FOR SALE 0 ↓ 0 % SOLD 0 ↑ 0 % PENDING 0 ↑ 0 % As new inventory dropped last week, active inventory decreased slightly while listings that went pending remained relatively stable. Sold listings increased from the rise in […]
February 8th Market Update
King County Market Update February 8th 2023 January 29th – February 4th 2023 FOR SALE 0 ↓ 0 % SOLD 0 ↑ 0 % PENDING 0 ↑ 0 % With interest rates dropping below 6% at times and positive news from the Federal Reserve the Seattle & King County real estate market continued to pick […]
Accelerated Mortgage Payments
SEATTLE REAL ESTATE BLOG accelerated mortgage payments SEATTLE REAL ESTATE BLOG accelerated mortgage payments What is an accelerated mortgage payment? A typical mortgage payment is paid to your lender once a month and is divided into principal and interest payments (you may also elect to pay property taxes in addition). These payments are amortized meaning […]
Will Housing Prices Fall in Seattle?
SEATTLE REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE Will Housing Prices Continue To Fall? SEATTLE REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE Will Housing Prices Continue To Fall? Would-be home buyers waiting for home prices to meaningfully decline before they enter the market should think twice. U.S. home prices are expected to continue growing through at least the end of next […]
Seattle Market Report October 2022
SEATTLE REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE October 2022 SEATTLE REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE October 2022 ↑ 0.6% MoM | ↑ 6.1% YoY BY THE NUMBERS The following data is for single family homes in Seattle, WA for September 2022. Median Sales Price $956,000 ↑ 0.6% MoM | ↑ 6.1% YoY Median Price per Sq Ft $508 ↓ 2.6% […]
Queen Anne Real Estate Market Update – Sep 2022
Queen Anne Real Estate Market Update September 2022 Download Report Is the Queen Anne Market Cooling? In August, the median price of a single-family home in Queen Anne Seattle was $1,498,000 which is a 7.8% decrease from July 2022 but a 7% increase from August 2021. At the same time, homes under contract in the […]
