2009

We were very happy with the level of service you provided. You gave us great insight to the various areas we were looking at. Coming from out of state it was hard not knowing the market up here. You made it easy. Tony, you really earned our respect. You even found someone to show us around when we could only come up on a weekend you were out of town. You always returned my emails and calls promptly. I...

Thank you so much for helping us with the sale of our English Hill home last fall. Living out of state, it was important for us to find a realtor who would pay attention to detail and do things for us that we couldn’t do from our location. Listing a home in this market was unsettling, but with your advice and input we were able to find a way to get it sold. Thanks again for the extra effort you put in...

Thank you so much for making our dream of owning a home once again come true. You are amazing, through all 15 homes we looked at, you hung in their with us. We are so grateful to you for showing us the home we finally settle on and purchased. We absolutely will recommend you to all our friends that may be looking for an agent… Knowing they will be as impressed with your professionalism and knowledge of...

About a month ago, I was interviewed for the Lowe's for Pros website on landscaping ideas to improve the market value and salability of a home. Below is the text of the article and here is the link:http://www.lowesforpros.com/landscaping-to-increase-property-value   Landscaping to Increase Property Value   By: Jake FowlerIssue Date: October 2009   For homeowners, curb appeal is...

"Tony, you really earned our respect.  You even found someone to show us around when we could only come up on a weekend you were out of town.  You always returned by emails and calls promptly.  I really liked the fact that you read into what we were looking for in a home.  You knew the areas well and even gave pointers about the commute times I could face for work.  I...

The Wall Street Journal is optimistic on Seattle: Which Cities Will See Biggest Rebound? Which cities are likely to be the hottest post-economic downturn destinations for young, brilliant, and highly mobile workers? The Wall Street Journal surveyed six trend-spotting experts and they chose cities based on economic diversity, lifestyle and their own personal prejudices. Here’s the top-10...

I was extremely satisfied with my experience with you Tony. Your approach to the initial marketing with the attention to details and honest approach to market placement was outstanding. The marketing follow up with internet, fliers and feed back was great. Keeping the seller, me, up to date was very important. Your dedication to a professional and personal approach to real estate transactions is...

My husband Dow and I enthusiastically refer Tony to friends and acquaintances and encourage you to utilize his services. You will find in Tony a Realtor with experience, patience, empathy and perseverance. We first met Tony when planning our first move to Seattle, back in 2000. Newly engaged, we were looking in a new city for our first house together. We were referred to Tony through a business contact,...

Real estate professionals report that first-time home buyers are flooding the sale market, pressed to finalize a deal before the federal government's $8,000 tax credit offer expires on Nov. 30. Because mortgage approvals, residential inspections, and other steps in the buying process typically take about two months, buyers hoping to take advantage of the incentive will need to have a contract by the...

I wanted to say thank you so much for your help with our move.  Moving almost 2000 miles is quite a move and you were there every step of  the way.  You were always in contact with us while we were in Texas helping us with any questions we had about the different areas in Seattle. Then when we came for our house hunting trip you even made a packet of the homes that we were going to visit for the kids...

This week's numbers show a continued rise in pending sales on the Eastside of Seattle. These represent the highest numbers in 2 years or more! Interestingly, short sales, pre-forclosures and bank owned homes made up over 25% of the pending sales last week. See the snap shot below.   Here is a look at the last 2 years:   If you have any questions about this information or want to know the...

KIRKLAND, WA, June 4, 2009 – Waiting longer to buy a home is not likely to pay off, according to Northwest Multiple Listing Service director Kathy Estey after reviewing reports summarizing May activity. Estey pointed to shrinking inventory (about 20 percent fewer listings than a year ago), double-digit increases in the number of pending sales (up 17.7 percent from a year ago), solid open house activity,...

If you read the new report from Moody's Economy.com and MSNBC.com you would think so! They list Washington state as one of the last places to enter the recession and likely one of the first few out. They predect that five states including Washington will begin to recover in the 4th quarter of 2009. This is due in large part to our high tech industry and expect our employment to rebound in...

KIRKLAND, WA, May 5, 2009 –Northwest Multiple Listing Service members reported pending sales for April surged 11.4 percent compared to twelve months ago – and rose 21.3 percent from March. Brokers reported 6,918 pending sales during April across the 19 counties that make up the Northwest MLS market area. That's up from the year-ago total of 6,208, and the March figure of 5,701 pending sales (offers...

My wife and kids love to go this event! Every year they come home with some great additions to our garden!    The Redmond Garden Club will be having their annual sale May 9th from 8am to 3pm.  The sale will be located at 14010 180th Ave NE, Redmond, 98052. Follow the signs along NE 124th/NE 128th, Avondale Road, or Redmond-Woodinville Road All kinds of greenery & goodies...

    20932 NE 44th StSammamish, WA 98074 - $390,000 Full details at SammamishRambler.com This updated rambler is set back on a quiet street in Timberline - one of the top neighborhoods in Sammamish! The open floorplan is 1340 s.f. and features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths on a 9,371 s.f lot! Many recent updates include - carpet, paint, six panel doors & white molding! The covered porch greats...

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Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you...

Great room style rambler with 2040 s.f., 3 bedroom, 1.75 baths and nestled in the back of a cul-de-sac on a .22 acre lot in Olde Morrison Place on English Hill! 17630 NE 129th Pl, Redmond WA 98052Listed for $450,000 Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in Olde Morrison on English Hill, sits this inviting rambler home. The great room style floorplan boasts 2040 s.f. and  features 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths...

Redmond ListingBy: Tony Meier Union Hill Home in Redmond - $575,000 6501 229th Ave NE, Redmond   Nestled at the end of a private drive, sits this charming two story with  daylight basement home. The gracious floorplan boasts 3130 s.f. and  features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with den & bonus on a private, west    facing 40,510 s.f. lot! Recent updates include...

In December 2008, I received a referral from Heidi Sheldon at Options for Seniors. She had just met with Neal McLaughlin and asked me to give him a call. Neal had flown into town from Georgia to help move his parents into assisted living, which is Heidi’s specialty. Neal needed to sell his parents home and wanted advice on staging and pricing. He also needed to find someone he could trust to handle the...

In the final installment of cost vs. value segment we'll be looking at two replacement projects that most owners of 20+ year old homes will be looking at. Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area. Window Replacement   Project Description:  Replace 10 existing 3-by-5-foot double-hung windows with insulated vinyl replacement windows. Wrap existing exterior trim as required to match. Do...

In memory of my Irish mother… I would like to share some of my favorite Irish sayings and blessings with you.   An Irishman's Philosophy In life, there are only two things to worry about—Either you are well or you are sick.If you are well, there is nothing to worry about, But if you are sick, there are only two things to worry about—Either you will get well or you will die.If you get well,...

A few weeks ago I attended a class where Barry Habib spoke. According to the many lenders I know, he is the premier expert on the lending industry. Many lenders look to his weekly reports on how to advise their clients on the all important decision - when to lock your loan. So when the opportunity presented itself to hear him speak, I knew it would be informative.  Barry spoke a lot about "Mark to...

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you...

Tony made me feel very comfortable and confident that I was making the right choices in my purchase. I would recommend him for any real estate transactions. Randy Paul - Sold in Kirkland & Purchased in Snohomish -...

If you are looking for an agent who has limited experience in the industry or who only does real estate on the side then look somewhere else. Tony is a Diamond level Real Estate Agent. There is no one better! Tony's many years of experience in and knowledge of Real Estate come shining through during the entire home buying process. We are beyond thrilled with the way Tony facilitated the purchase and...

Thinking of adding on to your abode?  In this week’s cost vs. value segment we'll be looking at three popular additions that can make your home much more enjoyable! Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area. Family Room Addition   Project Description:  In a style appropriate to the existing house, add a 16-by-25-foot room on a crawl space foundation with vinyl siding and...

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Condo market absorption rates for the Seattle Area over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you would...

EnglishHillHome.com By Tony Meier View in HD  Redmond Listing - $500,000 - Charming English Hill Home in Olde Morrison Place!17633 NE 129th Pl, Redmond 2300 s.f., 3 bedroom, 2.25 bath two story home nestled in the back of a cul-de-sac on a west facing 7,850 s.f. lot in Olde Morrison Place on English Hill! For more information and DOZENS of photos go to http://EnglishHillHome.com Nestled in a...

Over the last two years I have had the opportunity to work with Tony as both a listing agent and a buyers representative.  Given my experience, I cannot imagine working with anyone else to meet my Real estate needs.  He provides the highest levels of service and gets the job done every time. Kevin Hafer - Sold in Kirkland -...

Thinking of remodeling your home?  In this week’s cost vs. value segment we'll be looking at the bathroom. This is another area that has a dramatic impact on a home’s desirability and salability! Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area Bathroom Addition   Project Description:  Add a full 6-by-8-foot bath over a crawl space with poured concrete walls. Include cultured-marble...

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption RatesBy: Tony MeierEastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Condo market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep this in mind: 1.    These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you would...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has released new FHA and conforming loan limits based on changes enacted last week as part of the massive economic stimulus bill. Under the legislation, loan limits in high-cost areas are increased to $729,750, the same as last year. They had dropped to $625,500 this year before passage of the legislation. In a Mortgagee Letter released yesterday on the...

Thinking of remodeling your home?  In this week’s cost vs. value segment we'll be looking at the kitchen. Remodeling the kitchen can be one of the most dramatic changes made to enhance a home’s value and general appeal. After all, isn't that where most good parties are! Here are the latest numbers for the Seattle area. Minor Kitchen Remodel   Project Description: In a functional but...

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Seattle Area over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you would...

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you would...

Eastside & Seattle Market Absorption Rates By: Tony Meier Eastside & Seattle Realtor   This week we will be looking at the Residential market absorption rates for the Eastside over the last 7 weeks. When looking at these numbers, keep in this in mind: These are an average of the all price ranges in the area. Some price ranges are definitely moving faster than others! If you would like...