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Should you rent or buy?

Renting vs Buying: Which is Better for You?

Sep 9, 2025

Knowing whether it’s the right time to rent or buy depends on your buying power, what you’re looking for in a home, your local market conditions, your plans for you and your household, and the responsibilities you’re prepared to take on at your residence. Renting gives you greater flexibility to […]

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Your Guide to Adding an ADU

Adding an ADU? Here’s a Guide to Permits & Regulations…

Aug 22, 2025

ADUs and DADUs are increasingly popular among homeowners looking to maximize their property value. For many cities in Washington State, the recent enactment of House Bill 1337 has made it easier for homeowners to add an ADU/DADU by loosening restrictions on them in residential areas.  Other states have enacted similar […]

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Avoid these 7 common scams

7 Common Scams to Avoid

Aug 20, 2025

Whether through email, text, malicious websites, or phone, scammers are constantly trying to separate you from your money.  Tactics range from a simple fake website to elaborate schemes in which people assume a false identity and convince you to wire them thousands of dollars; they may even come back for […]

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Q2 2025 Market Review for Seattle, the Eastside & Waterfront

How’s the Market? Q2 2025 Review of Seattle Area Real Estate

Jul 31, 2025

The end of our spring market quieted down significantly as warm weather, graduations, and vacations distracted buyers and kicked off our typical summer slowdown. Despite this, Seattle posted modest year-over-year growth in both sales activity and median sales prices. The Eastside saw slight dips in sales prices and activity compared […]

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Seattle fans, here's your playbook: schedules, tips & recipes

2025-2026 Football & Hockey Schedules, Recipes, & Tips

Jul 28, 2025

  Football is almost here and hockey is coming in hot behind it! Scroll down for printable schedules, tailgating hacks (including how to pack the perfect cooler!), and favorite gameday recipes. Fans of all ages will also love our printable football and hockey bingo sheets. Need to brush up on […]

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The most rewarding remodeling projects

Remodeling Impact Report: Projects That Bring Joy & ROI

Jun 20, 2025

Is your home ready for a refresh?  Whether it’s for their own enjoyment or to prep their houses for sale, Americans are investing more and more money into remodeling each year. According to a recent report by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the demand for top-condition homes is going […]

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How to price your home for sale

How to Price Your Home for Sale

Jun 12, 2025

The right listing price is absolutely critical to a successful home sale. Price too high and you will miss your shot to generate interest with a sense of urgency for buyers—often, overpriced listings languish on the market and end up selling for less than they would have if they’d been […]

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Your Guide to Homeowners Insurance

A Consumer’s Guide to Homeowners Insurance

May 19, 2025

If you’re a homeowner or looking to buy a home, insuring your property is critical to protecting your investment—and if you’re getting a mortgage, it’s a must.  It can be daunting trying to navigate the many options available to you.  What does your policy cover…and what isn’t covered?  What does […]

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The dirt on local farmers markets: Seattle + the Eastside

2025 Seattle & Eastside Farmers Markets

May 19, 2025

Summer is just around the corner, and so are these farmers markets! Spend an evening or weekend finding your new favorites among the tents. Think it’s all about kale? Think again. Most offer live entertainment along with a mouth-watering variety of local brews, cheese, bread, meat/seafood, honey, hand roasted coffee, […]

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