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.
Spring and summer are typically the busiest times of the year when it comes to buying or selling a home. School is out, the weather is warmer, and demand is usually higher. Despite the current pandemic, individuals around the nation are motivated to move more than ever, and are taking advantage of the current market conditions.
The data for 2018 is in and Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty has put together a comprehensive market report that covers eight key counties and 31 regional markets around the Puget Sound. Below, I’ve outlined trends from Kitsap County, Bainbridge Island and Poulsbo for you to consider as we move into the busiest sales season of the year in our real estate market.
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.
When a home is put on the market, the ultimate goal is to ignite the imagination of a potential buyer, so that when they look at photos or walk through your home, they can envision what a life might look like if lived within its walls. Though not every home, or every room, needs staging, the benefits are many, which means it should at least be a part of the conversation with your real estate agent.
The process of selling a home undoubtedly brings a range of emotions to light. Some are exciting, you are proud that your home is looking its best and looking forward to making your next move. But others, are difficult. It can be sad to say goodbye to a place we’ve called home and to weather the storms that offers and negotiation sometimes bring.
