November 5, 2014

Seattle Area MLS Report – Brokers say home buyers are back, but they’re choosy

  KIRKLAND, Washington (Nov. 5, 2014) - Home buyers are back, and they're savvy and selective, according to officials who commented on the latest statistics from Northwest Multiple Listing Service. For sellers, that means pricing a home correctly at the start is vital, said industry veteran Kathy Estey, a member of the MLS board of directors. The new report summarizing October activity shows...

Debunking 4 Myths about Buying a Seattle area Home

A recent study by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University revealed when renters were asked why they do no plan to own in the future, financial constraints were a more common response than the perceived lifestyle benefits they may receive from renting. Today, we want to go over those financial challenges and see if we can put some fears to rest and also clear up some misconceptions....