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7 Expert Negotiation Strategies for Real Estate ...

7 Expert Negotiation Strategies for Real Estate Success

You’ve identified all your major needs and wants in a home, diligently searched within your budget, and found the right property for your lifestyle. However, the hurdle of negotiations still looms, so read on for our top seven strategies for how to ensure success.

7 Expert Negotiation Strategies for Real Estate Success
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Neighborhood Spotlight: Exploring Poulsbo, ...

Neighborhood Spotlight: Exploring Poulsbo, Washington

Sited along idyllic Liberty Bay in the Kitsap Peninsula in Kitsap County, Poulsbo offers scenic beauty, small-town charm, and plentiful waterfront recreation opportunities to both residents and visitors alike. With a small population of approximately 12,000 (as of the most recent census data), Poulsbo, or “Viking City,” was founded in the 1880s by a Norwegian immigrant who was drawn to a landscape he considered similar to his Scandinavian home. The land was once inhabited by the Suquamish People.

Neighborhood Spotlight: Exploring Poulsbo, Washington
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Bainbridge Island Waterfront Market Report

Bainbridge Island Waterfront Market Report

Matt Paige and Danny Varona of the Paige & Co. real estate team at Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty proudly present this in-depth exploration of the waterfront real estate market on Bainbridge Island. Read on to discover the trends that are likely to shape the waterfront market on the island in 2024.

Bainbridge Island Waterfront Market Report
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Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty’s 2024 ...

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty’s 2024 Forecast Report

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to present you with our 2024 Forecast Report. In this report, you’ll find curated pieces on our local housing markets, year-over-year comparisons, retrospective reviews, and more all provided by some of the most knowledgeable thought leaders in the region. As mortgage rates decline and the desirability of the region endures, beckoning people worldwide with job opportunities and beautiful natural scenery, demand to own remains high and activity is projected to return. The experts featured in the 2024 report have provided their data-backed predictions on what we can expect in the upcoming year. 

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty’s 2024 Forecast Report
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Exploring Washington State’s Stunning Mountain ...

Exploring Washington State’s Stunning Mountain Ranges

For the outdoor enthusiast, there is no better place than Washington State to explore, adventure, and make memories. With mossy rainforests, crystal clear lakes, and towering pines, you could live in the state for your entire life and still be surprised by the natural beauty. As people travel from all over the country and world to catch a glimpse of the iconic landscapes, one prominent feature seems to pull the most visitors and inspire the most photographs: the mountain ranges. In this blog, we’re going to break down Washington’s two most iconic mountain ranges and the best ways to fully enjoy their majestic peaks. Who knows—it may just inspire you to pack up and move closer to one of these beautiful ranges.

Exploring Washington State’s Stunning Mountain Ranges

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Selling Your Home in the Winter

Selling Your Home in the Winter

While it’s common for some homeowners to put the brakes on a home sale in the winter season, the final quarter of the year can actually make for an excellent time for sellers to enter the real estate market. Lower inventory on a historic basis during this time of year paired with a pool of buyers that are serious about their home search can prove quite favorable. If you’re thinking about listing your home for sale during the chilly season, it’s key to consider the following 6 items outlined in a recent Upnest article.

Tax Reform & Real Estate: What to Expect

Tax Reform & Real Estate: What to Expect

We are just days from the start of the New Year, and now that President Trump has signed sweeping tax reform legislation into law, many homeowners and potential buyers are wondering how it will impact the real estate market in Washington state. In addition to talking to your tax advisor, the National Association of Realtors recently released reports on how the bill will affect each state, while The Washington Post looked more broadly at the general impact, from 1031 exchanges and recovery rules to mortgage interest deductions.

Your new home awaits.