Buyers want functionality! Their busy hectic lives require a house that supports that life style. For example; smaller back yards that are easy to maintain and add more entertainment space is a good example. Without a doubt a kitchen integrated into the family space is one of the best changes to come along. I see evidence everyday of these new housing trends. Please ask me about these trends, I know firsthand how they can affect the sell-ability of your home.

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  What’s the Hottest New Remodeling Trend?

  A new survey says showy upgrades are out and functionality is in with today’s remodeling home owners. Read

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Falling Foreclosures Pushing Up Home Prices

I can definitely confirm this is what I am seeing in our local market.

Falling Foreclosures Pushing Up Home Prices

Energy Savings not as obvious as we may think!

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  Are You Looking for Energy Savings in All the Wrong Places?

  Ack! Our energy costs are going up because too many of us are making the wrong judgment calls about how to save energy. Here’s why we’re having a disconnect. Read

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Sellers, Agents Mostly Agree on Top Home Improvement Projects

Sellers, Agents Mostly Agree on Top Home Improvement Projects

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  7 Hot Home Improvement Trends that Make Your Home Work for You

  Home improvement trends embrace energy efficiency, low maintenance exteriors, and double-duty space. Read

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Are These Home Projects Really Worth It?

Are These Home Projects Really Worth It?
I strongly agree with this list.......these are often projects that have little or no ROI.  Garages especially.....I often see in the Seattle area garage additions that negatively affect the value of the home.  Nothing like a massive garage/shop building to take away from a homes curb appeal.

4 Kitchen Design Trends Cooking Up in 2012

I've seen great examples of this ...it's a terrific approach to kitchen design.  A way to have personal expression and avoid a kitchen that looks like so many others. 

Unmatched cabinets: Cabinet colors and materials are being mixed, such as darker colors for the base cabinets and lighter colors being used for upper cabinets to “provide a sense of openness,” according to the blog.

4 Kitchen Design Trends Cooking Up in 2012

Prevent Short Sale Delays, Double-Check Paperwork

This is why buyers and sellers involved in short sales need to use an agent like me.  As a Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) with a great deal of direct experience, I know how to process the paper work. Knowing how is critical to getting a short sale done.


Prevent Short Sale Delays, Double-Check Paperwork

Agents Exploit ‘Pinball’ Listings to Sell Houses

In a competitive market like Mercer Island this could occur.  Experienced full time agents will see through this tactic and can help buyers and sellers avoid this pitfall.

Agents Exploit ‘Pinball’ Listings to Sell Houses

Trim Your Remodeling Costs: 4 Ways to Save

Trim Your Remodeling Costs: 4 Ways to Save