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Before You Buy: Check for Future Development Near Your Dream Home
Before buying a home that backs to open land, it’s important to know what could change nearby. That peaceful field or wooded view may one day become a housing development or commercial site. Learn how to research zoning, permits, and comprehensive plan maps to uncover potential future projects - and how working with a local real estate expert can help you make an informed, confident decision before you buy.
Oct 44 min read


September 2025 - Snohomish County Housing Market Update
Snohomish County’s housing market cooled in August 2025 but stayed steady. Average home prices rose to $854K, though still off May’s peak. Fewer listings and slightly lower inventory signal late-summer slowdown, while days on market climbed to 26 and sale-to-list ratios eased to 97.6%. Buyers now have more time and leverage; sellers succeed by pricing to today’s market, presenting homes well, and offering credits that ease buyer payments.
Sep 84 min read


Zillow’s New “Blacklist” Policy: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Zillow now hides listings not posted to the MLS within 1 day of public marketing. Here’s what that means for buyers & sellers in 2025.
Jun 304 min read


Are We in a Buyer’s Market? What Redfin’s Forecast Means for Snohomish and Skagit Counties
Redfin forecasts a 1% price drop, but WA markets vary. Some soften, others stay strong. Local trends matter more than national ones.
Jun 103 min read


Before You Buy: Why Peak Traffic Should Be on Your Home Buying Checklist
Heavy traffic near homes can impact daily life with noise, stress, and long commutes. Consider this when choosing your dream neighborhood!
Dec 20, 20245 min read


Why 2025 Could Be the Year for Your Next Move: Zillow’s Housing Predictions Explained
Zillow predicts a more balanced 2025 housing market with falling mortgage rates, more inventory, & stable home prices. Here’s what to expect
Dec 7, 20244 min read


Why Families Are Choosing Snohomish County: A Smart Move from Seattle and the Eastside
Escape Seattle and Bellevue’s high costs! Discover why Snohomish County offers bigger homes, larger lots, and a better lifestyle for less.
Dec 5, 20244 min read


Creative Home Financing: Top 7 Options to Make Homeownership Possible
Discover 7 popular creative home financing options, from seller financing to IRAs, and how they can make homeownership possible for you!
Dec 5, 20245 min read


Silver Squatters: A Growing Trend in Creative Senior Living
Learn how ‘silver squatters’—seniors sharing homes or moving in with family—are reshaping senior living. Tips for families to make it work!
Nov 21, 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


What You Should Know About Your Credit Score and Buying a Home
We hear the term “Credit Score” quite often these days because of its influence on so many aspects of our lives – from basic purchases we...
Dec 11, 202210 min read
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