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Protecting Your Home from Deed Fraud: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know
Protect your home from deed fraud! Learn how scammers forge ownership and discover steps to thwart their threats and secure your property.
Nov 17, 20246 min read


How to Find Snohomish County Historical Property Information Online (in a few easy steps!)
Discover a Snohomish County property's history (1970–1999) with Historic Property Portal! Search by parcel number or find it on Zillow.
Nov 16, 20243 min read


Understanding Mortgage Rates and Their Connection to 10-Year Bond Rates: A Simple Guide
Mortgage rates fluctuate based on the 10-year U.S. Treasury bond yield, which acts as a key benchmark for home loans and refinancing.
Sep 10, 20243 min read


The Emotional Side of Selling the Family Home: Tips for a Smooth Transition
home may be the place where you raised your children, celebrated countless milestones, and created cherished memories. While the thought…
Aug 28, 20244 min read


Top 5 Reasons to Downsize Your Home in Retirement
Downsizing in retirement offers lower costs, less upkeep, unlocked equity, a simpler life, and closer connections to family and community.
Aug 26, 20243 min read


Choosing Your Next Home: A Guide for Seniors
Guidance on choosing your next home thoughtfully—modify, upsize, or downsize to balance needs, comfort, and joy for a fulfilling future.
May 5, 20244 min read


Navigating Your PCS Move: A Real Estate Guide for Military Families
As a real estate agent with an MRP Certification (Military Relocation Professional) I’m able to focus on assisting military families,...
Feb 8, 20244 min read


Why School Ratings Matter for Home Buyers with Children (and even those without)
If you have children (or perhaps plan to) and are considering moving or purchasing a home, the quality of the schools and school district...
Dec 26, 20235 min read


Decoding and Negotiating Real Estate Agent Commissions
Are you planning to sell your home in the near future and want to learn more about real estate agent commission fees and if they're...
Nov 18, 20236 min read


Unlocking Wealth: Inheriting Property – Successor in Interest or Assume Mortgage Debt?
Until just a month ago, I had never heard the term “Successor in Interest”. That was until I called the financial institution that was...
Sep 16, 20233 min read


The Ultimate 7-Step Guide to Decluttering and Organizing Your Home
In today's fast-paced world, a cluttered and disorganized home can create stress, anxiety, and even reduce your productivity. However,...
Aug 12, 20234 min read


Assessing Natural Disaster Risk: 5 Crucial Step Before Buying a Home
Buying a home is a significant investment and a decision that requires careful consideration of various factors. While factors such as...
May 29, 20234 min read


HOA's - Right or Wrong For YOU?
Over the years, I’ve had quite a few people ask my thoughts on HOA’s, and if they should be looking for a home with an HOA (Home Owners...
May 7, 20233 min read


First Impressions Matter - 5 Reasons Why Curb Appeal is Vital to Selling a Home
When it comes to selling your home, first impressions definitely matter! That's why “curb appeal”, or the way your home’s exterior and...
Mar 3, 20233 min read


6 Steps to For Sale By Owner - FSBO
Six steps to FSBO - for home owners considering selling a home without a real estate agent. It can be more work, but potentially rewarding.
Dec 29, 202213 min read


Dog Adventures - Snohomish County
I'm mixing it up with this article, and sharing personal insight and information about something other than real estate and the housing...
Oct 18, 20229 min read


Home Moving Tips and Checklist
We all dread the thought of moving. It’s stressful, time consuming, and always seems to be more work than we bargained for. Fortunately...
Aug 10, 202212 min read
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