Buying New Construction in Seattle? Yes… You Can Negotiate With a Builder
Seattle buyers finally have leverage in new construction. Learn how builder incentives really work, why bringing your agent on the first visit matters, and how smart negotiation can save you tens of thousands on upgrades, rates, and closing costs.
Seller Secrets: Should You List Now or Wait Until Spring?
If you’re thinking about selling your home, you’ve probably heard the classic advice: “Wait until spring.” And while spring is traditionally the busiest real estate season, the truth is more nuanced — especially in the Seattle area. Depending on your home, your timeline, and what the market is doing in your neighborhood, listing in late fall or winter can actually give you a major advantage.
Neighborhood Guide: Edmonds “Nantucket of the West Coast”
Discover the best of Edmonds WA with our neighborhood guide featuring top restaurants, cafés, shops, parks, and activities. Explore why Edmonds is called the “Nantucket of the West Coast.”
Edmonds Real Estate Market Update: November 2025 Trends You Need to Know
If you are keeping an eye on the Edmonds real estate market, the latest numbers for November 2025 offer valuable insight into where the market is heading and what it means for future buyers and sellers. Edmonds continues to be one of the most desirable areas in Snohomish County, and understanding the data helps you make confident, well-informed decisions.
Below is a breakdown of the most important Edmonds housing market trends, using data from the November 2025 Edmonds Single Family Market Report.
Holiday-Ready Home Checklist: 15 Things to Do Before Guests Arrive
The holidays are coming fast, and whether you’re hosting one family dinner or a whole house full of guests, a few simple steps can make your home feel warm, welcoming, and stress free. Here’s our go-to checklist to help you prep your home without the overwhelm.
November Home To Do’s
Before you carve the turkey, carve out time for your house.
Here’s your monthly checklist to help you feel productive before the holiday fun!
October Recipe of the Month: Pistachio Olive Oil Cake
October is here — which means cozy weekends, flickering candles, and something warm baking in the oven.
Neighborhood Guide: Fremont — The Center of the Universe
There’s a reason Fremont proudly calls itself “The Center of the Universe.”
Just north of Lake Union and minutes from downtown Seattle, Fremont is where creativity meets community — a place where art, food, and character fill every block. It’s quirky in the best way possible: home to bold public sculptures, waterfront trails, indie shops, and a tight-knit local vibe that makes it one of Seattle’s most beloved neighborhoods.
3 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Home
At some point, every homeowner asks the same question: “Is it time to move up?”
Your home should reflect the season of life you’re in — not the one you’ve already outgrown. Maybe your family’s growing, your work situation has changed, or you simply feel ready for a fresh space that better fits who you’ve become. Whatever your reason, these are three signs it might be time to start exploring your next home.
Why Listing Your Home in October Still Gets You Moved Before the New Year
Every fall, we hear the same question from homeowners across Seattle and Edmonds:
“It’s already October—should I just wait until spring to sell?”
The assumption makes sense. Many sellers believe the home-selling process takes months or that fall and winter are “slow seasons” for real estate. But here’s the truth: if you list your home in October, you can absolutely be moved into your next home by December.
October Home To Do’s
Propaganda I’m not falling for: putting off home maintenance as if my home isn’t my most valuable asset. Read more for a home maintenance checklist for this month!
Sourdough Pumpkin Streusel Loaf: A Taste of Fall at Home
There’s something about the first cool mornings of September in Edmonds that makes us crave cozy flavors and time together at home. For us, fall officially begins when the oven is on, the house smells like cinnamon, and we have something warm baking for family and friends.
What Your Home Could Be Worth This Fall
Fall in Edmonds and the Seattle area is more than crisp mornings and cozy evenings — it’s also one of the best times to take a fresh look at the real estate market. As the seasons shift, so does buyer demand, and many homeowners are asking the same question: What is my home really worth right now?
Kelly’s September Picks - It’s Officially Fall!
As the crisp air of September settles in, it's the perfect time to refresh your space and wardrobe. I've curated our top picks for design, fashion, and home goods that will inspire your fall transformation.
Back-to-School, Back-to-Home: How We Create Routines That Work
Discover simple back-to-school routines that keep family life flowing smoothly in Edmonds, WA. From unpacking lunch boxes to creating cozy spaces, see how the right home supports every season.
September Home To Do’s
Think of this as the in-between season checklist of the smart moves you can make now while the weather’s still on your side.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy in the Seattle Area? (August 2025 Update)
If you’ve been watching the Seattle housing market and wondering whether now is the right time to buy—you’re not alone. With interest rates fluctuating, more homes hitting the market, and buyer fatigue still lingering from the past few years, we’re getting this question a lot lately. So, let’s break it down:
What’s really happening in Seattle real estate this August—and is it a smart time to make your move?
The 3 Rooms Most Likely to Make or Break a Sale — And It’s Not the Kitchen
Kitchens get the glory. Bathrooms get the budgets. But when it comes to what really moves buyers, we’ve found that it’s often the unexpected rooms that leave the biggest impression.