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.
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.
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.
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.
Decoding the Appraisal Process: A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
When you’re searching for a home or selling one, you likely have many questions about what homes in the area are valued at, how this is determined, and how this affects you as you embark on your home-buying or selling journey. We’re breaking down the basics so that you have a better idea of how the appraisal process works and what it means for you as a participant in the market.
The Sotheby's Realty website is a treasure trove of beautiful homes and sometimes I get lost looking at all the incredible places around the world, dreaming about the possibilities. I found myself looking at comparable price points to Bainbridge Island and found some interesting getaways I would like to share.
One of the hot topics in real estate has been the increase in mortgage rates since the inauguration of President Donald Trump; with 30-year mortgage rates increasing from 3.5 percent pre-election to a national average of 4.2 percent on January 5th, 2017. Although this was a scare for potential home buyers, there is good news.
A shocking statistic recently caught my attention, “The Seattle area has grown by more than 1,000 people per week since 2010.” For reference, that “area” mentioned does include Tacoma and Bellevue. Pulling out just Seattle numbers and the population rate is still very high. In Seattle proper, between 2010 and 2016, the population grew about 250 people per week.
Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty has recently released their 2016/2017 Market Report which examines the year-over-year performance of 24 markets that the brokerage serves, factors that have affected the Western Washington housing market this past year, and insight on where the market is heading in 2017.
Sotheby’s International Realty® has recently released their 2016 sales report, including a substantial $95 billion in yearly global sales volume (USD). This figure represents the highest annual sales volume performance in the history of the brand. The news of this benchmark figure was reported by CNBC writer Phillip White who went on the say that “During a year when the words "slowdown" and "slump" were used to describe the luxury housing market, 2016 turned out to be a banner year for Sotheby's International Realty.”
Matterport Technology was founded in 2011 with the mission statement of establishing 3D models as a primary medium for experiencing the world around us and evolving the way we interact with physical spaces. Matterport has developed a 3d camera and process which gives users an end-to-end platform to render a physical space into a 3d model. After rendering, these 3d models can either be viewed utilizing VR technology or simply on a screen; both offer a unique prospective on a physical space.
Recently, drones have made huge waves in the news, real estate industry, and advancements in aerial photography and cinematography.
In 2016, the Federal Aviation Administration made it much easier for businesses to operate drones. The FAA announced operational rules that permit the flight of drones as long as they meet a set of requirements including weighing less than 55 pounds, adhering to existing registration requirements, and drone pilots must pass an unmanned aircraft operator test.
