Open Sunday
March 30th 1PM-4PM

11715 North Park Ave N
Seattle WA 98133

Stop by Sunday to see this affordable Seattle home. This sweet 1925 Farmhouse is a gardener's dream. The home is surrounded by easy to care for shrubs and perennials which are just now starting to bloom. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath. The living room and dining room are open to each other and feature large picture windows and a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen enjoys easy access and views to the back yard. The sun room off of the kitchen will be a favorite place. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping and major routes.

Online at: AtHomeInBroadview.com

​​-Steve and Sandra

206-769-9577
stevehill@windermere.com

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There are myths about the home shopping experience that must be addressed. We like to make the home buying experience as stress-free as possible, so please read these three big myths about home buying:

Myth #1: “That house has been on the market so long I bet we can work the seller down easily.”

Not necessarily. Exceptionally high days on market could mean almost anything. The seller could be bullheaded about their price. The seller may not be particularly motivated to sell for emotional or other personal reasons. Don’t forget: A sales-weary seller isn’t likely to respond to your host of rational reasons why their house should be a bargain.

Myth #2: “I want to look at foreclosed homes because they’re a real bargain and the banks need to unload them.”

Banks, like entrenched sellers, don’t always make decisions which seem rational based on obvious information. You can have a hard time divining the reason a bank chooses to reject an offer for a foreclosed or distressed property, and their decision may be based on financials which seem counterintuitive. The truth is, many distressed sales can be longer and more fraught than regular sales.

Myth #3: “I liked this house a lot, but with this market, I bet it will still be there if I decide to buy it.”

It’s very, very painful to see a client love a home but fail to make a move to purchase that home. If you fell in love with it, why wouldn’t someone else? Just because a property has been on the market a little while doesn’t mean it will stay on the market. The bonus myth in this one? Your “perfect” home is probably going to be a home with some small compromises. If you don’t make an offer on a home, you’re effectively saying, “I’m comfortable losing this home.”

Our job as your broker is to represent your interests and do our best to protect you along the way. If you’re pursuing a home purchase in the near future, please get in touch. There are many other ways we can lower your stress and help you find a great home

11715 N Park Ave N
Seattle WA 98133

OPEN SUNDAY 1PM-4PM

You will love this sunny home in the heart of Broadview. This sweet 1925 Farmhouse is a gardener's dream. The home is surrounded by easy to care for shrubs and perennials which are just now starting to bloom. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath. The living room and dining room are open to each other and feature large picture windows and a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen enjoys easy access and views to the back yard. The sun room off of the kitchen will be a favorite place.

On-line at AtHomeInBroadview.com

For a private tour of this great Seattle Home, give us a call or text at 206-769-9577

-Steve and Sandra

11715 North Park Ave N
Seattle 98133-8240

Open Saturday and Sunday
March 22nd and 23rd 1PM-4PM

You will love this sunny home in the heart of Broadview. This sweet 1925 Farmhouse is a gardener's dream. The home is surrounded by easy to care for shrubs and perennials which are just now starting to bloom. The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath. The living room and dining room are open to each other and feature large picture windows and a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen enjoys easy access and views to the back yard. The sun room off of the kitchen will be a favorite place.

On line at AtHomeInBroadview.com

For more information about this Seattle home for sale, give us a call or text!

-Steve and Sandra

206-769-9577
BrennerHill.com
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Many sellers are still hesitant about putting their house up for sale. Where are prices headed? Where are interest rates headed? Can buyers qualify for a mortgage?  These are all valid questions. However, there are several reasons to sell your home sooner rather than later. Here are five of those reasons.

1. The Most Serious Buyers Are Out Now

Most people realize that the housing market is hottest from April through June. The most serious buyers are well aware of this and, for that reason, come out in early spring in order to beat the heavy competition. These buyers are ready, willing and able to buy…and are in the market right now!

2. There Is Less Competition Now

Housing supply always grows from the spring through the early summer. The choices buyers have will continue to increase over the next few months. Don’t wait until all the other potential sellers in your market put their homes up for sale.

3. The Process Will Be Quicker

One of the biggest challenges of the 2014 housing market has been the length of time it takes from contract to closing. Banks are requiring more and more paperwork before approving a mortgage. As the market heats up, banks will be inundated with loan inquiries causing closing timelines to lengthen.  Selling now will make the process quicker and simpler.

4. There Will Never Be a Better Time to Move-Up

If you are moving up to a larger, more expensive home, consider doing it now. Prices are projected to appreciate by over 19% from now to 2018. If you are moving to a higher priced home, it will wind-up costing you more in raw dollars (both in down payment and mortgage payment) if you wait. You can also lock-in your 30 year housing expense with an interest rate at about 4.5% right now. Rates are projected to be well over 5% by this time next year.

5. It’s Time to Move On with Your Life

Look at the reason you decided to sell in the first place and decide whether it is worth waiting. Is money more important than being with family? Is money more important than your health? Is money more important than having the freedom to go on with your life the way you think you should?

You already know the answers to the questions we just asked. You have the power to take back control of the situation by pricing your home to guarantee it sells. The time has come for you and your family to move on and start living the life you desire.

That is what is truly important.

If you are considering a home sale, give us a call, text or email, we are ready to get to work for you!

?-Steve and Sandra

206-769-9577 | stevehill@windermere.com