How to Search for a Home in a Buyer’s Market
September 22, 2010 by Erin Schedler · 1 Comment
The market has changed, so buyers should adjust their search accordingly.
1. Less Inventory Means More Time Touring
With a buyers’ market, more sellers are choosing to stay in their homes and wait to sell. As a result, there are fewer homes on the market and available to buyers and more time between new listings. If you are looking [...]
Never Forget
September 11, 2010 by Erin Schedler · Leave a Comment
Today I am thinking of and sending prayers for the families and loved ones who lost their lives in the Sept 11 attacks. We must never forget. I am so grateful to be an American, and so proud of the men and women that continue to serve and protect our wonderful country.
King County Stats – End of August 2010
September 7, 2010 by Erin Schedler · Leave a Comment
Single Family Residence
Time Period
Number of Sales
Median Sale Price
Jul 2010
1,313
$397,000
Jul 2009
1,711
$380,000
Jun 2010
1,876
$389,975
Jun 2009
1,805
$393,000
2010 YTD
11,136
$380,000
2009
16,646
$378,000
Condominium
Time Period
Number of Sales
Median Sale Price
Jul 2010
277
$275,000
Jul 2009
521
$275,000
Jun 2010
472
$249,000
Jun 2009
498
$261,400
2010 YTD
2,907
$259,000
2009
4,804
$265,000
Washington State – Real Estate Market Snapshot
September 2, 2010 by Erin Schedler · Leave a Comment
I am a passionate Husky fan (Go Dawgs!), but this report by WSU is pretty interesting.
It goes over real estate statistics for Q2 of 2010, how it compares to Q1 as well as this time last year.
One of the interesting things to note is that only one county dropped in recorded sales in the last year. Similarly, [...]
Tax Tips for Homeowners Looking Ahead to 2010 Returns
September 2, 2010 by Erin Schedler · Leave a Comment
From energy tax credits to vacation home deductions, check out these tax tips for homeowners looking ahead to 2010 returns.
If you believe your real estate assessment is too high, you can always appeal it and possibly save on your property tax bill.
Tax planning for homeowners should start well in advance of the April 15 filing [...]
