How accurate are the online home estimates?

They've certainly improved over time, but does this really empower home buyers and sellers?

Breaking down Home Owner Association (HOA) dues.

HOA dues are a part of condo living. We all understand that.

But how are those dues determined?

Does having lower dues really mean a better deal as a buyer?

Let's break these down.

It's Q1, which means Seattle area buyers are likely engaged in fierce bidding wars against each other.

Watch and listen for the 4 key ways to strengthen your offer to stand out from the rest.

It's tax season time (sigh...).

Are you going to be subject to any capital gains taxes this year?

What are capital gains?

How might I be exempt?

How do you respond when someone, who you're not charging any money to advise, asks you for a piece of your commission?

Why should a buyer do a home inspection?

When should they not?

What about sewer inspections?

How important are those?

For a bonus, I added 2 additional reasons! Check it out!

I'm always amazed with how often I get the question when buyers ask me what I charge for my services.

Sellers pay for commissions, not buyers.

What about working directly with the sellers agent instead of a buyers agent?

Check out the video for my answers and thoughts!

VA Announces the 2019 Loan Limits For Loans Closed on or After January 1, 2019

If you are a doctor with deferred student loans, our Doctor Loan Program can help you save time and money on the purchase of your NEW home or refinance. If you are a qualified doctorate medical professional (MD, DDS, DMD, OD, DO eligible)with student loans deferred 12 months or ...