Source: Residential Resale Council Every smart homeowner knows that major—or even minor—remodeling projects should be undertaken with one eye on design and the other on the ROI. You want to be comfortable with whatever return on investment you receive for upgrading...
Source: NWMLS Entering the housing market as a homebuyer has become nearly impossible as the competitive market has kept its foot firmly on the accelerator. While it may not be the traditional path for families, real estate professionals are urging buyers to give more...
Source: NWMLS Now that the holiday season has come to a close and we have entered into a new year, a new wave of buyers will be surging into the real estate market. If you read our previous blog, then you already know that even during the holidays, when the real...
The median sales price of a Skagit County homes rose 12.9% to $421,975 in 2020, more than doubling in the last 10 years, according to managing broker, Shelah Inman of Brown McMillen Real Estate in Burlington. The countywide median home sales price has soared $216,505...
Source: NWMLS In years past, the holiday season is typically a time of rest for the real estate market, with competition for homes easing quite a bit as we head into the new year. But, like most things this year, the real estate market did not follow the trends of...
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues into the new year and into its tenth month of duration, more and more urban professionals are seeking permanent residences outside the hustle and bustle of cities. With the need to commute into large metropolitan areas dwindling and...
This fall and winter are turning out to be great times to sell! We are experiencing a seller’s market in Skagit County which means there are more buyers wanting to buy than sellers wanting to sell. Referencing the basic rule of supply and demand, we can infer...
Initial impressions are always important when showing your home, but in the winter, there are some extras to keep in mind: Keep leaves and snow off the drive. If there is snow on the ground, and the lot boundary is not clear, either clear the snow or plant flags along...
Listing your home is a big step. You’ll likely want professional help to guide you through the process as well as to get a good price for your home within a timeframe that best suits your needs. Here are 3 important questions you should ask your realtor before...
The Skagit County housing market in the third quarter was hotter than a summer heatwave, according to a local real-estate broker. The median sales price of a Skagit County home was $436,000 in the third quarter, up 17.8% from the third quarter of 2019, according to...
