Home Selling Why do I need a Home Inspection when selling? You’ve listed your property for sale with your Realtor, Cathy Morris. You’ve filled out the paperwork, staged the home for photos, and do your best to keep everything clean between showings. Then you get the desired call… “We have an offer on your property!” YAY! You go over the paperwork with Cathy and she explains that the buyers are asking for time to do a home inspection. You think to yourself, “If I agree, are they going to ask me to fix a bunch of things?”
Home Buying Understanding Market Reports for Single-Family Residential Homes On my webpage, under Resources, Market Reports, you’ll find a graph that looks like this…  What does it mean?  Some of it is self explanatory (the month/year is across the bottom, the number of homes is on the vertical axis). This graph uses data for residential homes only (no condos or vacant land). The light green […]
Home Buying Why do I need a Home Inspection? Buyers Edition You’ve looked at different properties with your Realtor, Cathy Morris, and you found one that is your perfect next home. YAY! Cathy advises you ask for time to do a home inspection (and explains that you’ll be the one paying for it). You think to yourself, “I didn’t see anything that looks concerning. Why […]
Home Buying Home Buying: Realty vs Realty TV Reality TV Show Myths vs. Real Life: I have friends that love watching all the house shows on HGTV. I think we all know that even “reality tv” isn’t quite reality. This article from Keeping Current Matters does a great job at outlining the differences in what you watch on TV and what you will […]
Market Reports Pierce County Pierce County Market Report for residential single-family Homes.  Note: Doesn’t include condominiums! But, I have those reports too!  Curious about the market stats for a specific area in Pierce County? E-mail me! This market graph is updated MONTHLY, so please bookmark and visit again! ​***When looking at the data remember that 6 months of inventory is […]
Market Reports South King County King County Market Report for residential single-family Homes. Note: Doesn’t include condominiums! But, I have those reports too!  Curious about the market stats for a specific area in King County? E-mail me! This market graph is updated MONTHLY, so please bookmark and visit again! ​***When looking at the data remember that 6 months of inventory is […]
Blog Discover Eatonville Eatonville, Washington Eatonville, Washington is found in Pierce County, sitting along State Route 161 and U.S. Highway 7. With slightly under 3,000 people, Eatonville is home to stunning views of nature’s beauty. Known for its small-town feel and family friendly atmosphere, residents enjoy what the area has to offer. Don’t let the charming atmosphere fool […]
Blog The Washington State Fair Central Washington State Fair The Washington State Fair, known as the Puyallup Fair to the locals, is the largest attraction held annually in Washington. It is also consistently ranked in the top ten for fairs in the United States, making it an excellent choice to visit if you’re in the area. The Washington State Fair […]
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Blog Puyallup Real Estate Overview Puyallup Real Estate Puyallup is a charming city located in Pierce County, Washington about ten miles southeast of Tacoma and 35 miles south of Seattle. Named after the Puyallup Tribe of Native Americans, the name Puyallup means “the generous people”, and the area holds true to the meaning. If you’ve been searching for an area […]
Market Reports Pierce County Pierce County Market Report for residential single-family Homes.  Note: Doesn’t include condominiums! But, I have those reports too!  Curious about the market stats for a specific area in Pierce County? Email me! This market graph is updated MONTHLY, so please bookmark and visit again! ​***When looking at the data remember that 6 months of inventory is […]
Market Reports South King County King County Market Report for residential single-family Homes. Note: Doesn’t include condominiums! But, I have those reports too!  Curious about the market stats for a specific area in King County? Email me! This market graph is updated MONTHLY, so please bookmark and visit again! ​***When looking at the data remember that 6 months of inventory is […]
Blog Puyallup’s Meeker Mansion Meeker Mansion If you’re looking a piece of history rich in both culture and design, look no further than Puyallup’s Meeker Mansion. Whether you’re looking for a way to explore Puyallup’s history or have visitors in town and want to show off our community, the Meeker Mansion is a great place to visit. Let’s take […]
Blog Travel Tacoma Traveling in Tacoma The city of Tacoma, Washington is unlike any other! Located in Pierce County, Tacoma is a mid-sized urban port city and is located approximately 32 miles southwest of Seattle. As the third-largest city in the state, Tacoma is home to a population over 198,000. The area has become known for being the […]
Market Reports Thurston County Thurston County Market Report for residential single-family Homes.  Note: Doesn’t include condominiums! But, I have those reports too!  Curious about the market stats for a specific area in Thurston County? Email me! This market graph is updated MONTHLY, so please bookmark and visit again! ​***When looking at the data remember that 6 months of inventory is […]
Blog Pierce County Home Prices Pierce County Pierce County is one of the most beautiful places to live in Washington. Surrounded by saltwater shores and towering mountain peaks, Pierce County is a place full of culture, nightlife and fun! With a population over 795,000, Pierce county is the second most populous county in the state behind King County and named […]
Blog Pierce County Romantic Weekend Getaways Romantic Getaway Depending on what kind of adventurer you and your significant other are, there are plenty of things to do as demonstrated by our list of Pierce County Romantic Weekend Getaways. Strolls along one of the area’s local beaches, taking in what nature has to offer on one of the many trails available, or […]
Blog Fun Local Spots for Your Family Local Spots Pierce County is the second-most populous county in the state of Washington. Coming in behind King County, Pierce County has plenty to offer its residents and visitors. Most notably known for being the home to the Mount Rainier volcano, Pierce County boasts communities full of arts and culture. For those residing, visiting or […]
Blog Types of Mortgages Mortgages Pierce County is the second most populous county in the state of Washington. Pierce County is home to the Mount Rainier volcano, which is the tallest mountain in the Cascade Mountain Range. Pierce County offers its residents and visitors a wide range of natural and geographic attractions and features, as well as several national […]
Blog How to Stage Your Home to Sell Stage Your Home Staging your home to sell is simply the act of sprucing up your home to get it ready to sell. Many people choose to stage their home themselves; however, many sellers see the benefits of working with a home staging professional. Staging your home properly can play a huge role in the […]
Blog Things That Can Go Wrong With a Real Estate Sale What Can Go Wrong? There are several things that can go wrong with a real estate sale, both from a buyer’s perspective and a seller’s. As a buyer, there are several additional things that can go wrong with a real estate sale. These problems include the following: You’re not pre-approved for a mortgage. Once you’ve […]