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Metropolist Magazine Volume 1 | Issue 1

Get Your Guide to the Hottest Real Estate Market in the Nation

Seattle’s real estate market, both residential and commercial, has been cooking for a few years, making it tough for people who want to enter the market, or even move within it. That’s where the 1st-ever Metropolist Magazine jumps in to inform.

Our 1st magazine is a 12-page guide packed with 2 main types of content, based on the last 6 months of market activity:

  1. Stories
  2. Data

Designed to easily inform and inspire you, this guide shares high-level data and professional insights about single-home, condominium and commercial sectors.

By neighborhood

Also, we’ve broken the data out by neighborhood provided by NWMLS data and Trendgraphix. So, if you’re living in Ballard or University District, head over to page 9.

Curious about what’s been going on in West Seattle or Belltown? Those are on page 10, along with loads of other neighborhoods and districts. Fremont? Queen Anne? Madison Park? Yes, yes & yes….and more.

The color coded legend at the top of page 9 will make it a snap for you to understand at a glance.

Our aim?

Keep it simple, but provide great information around a large investment that directly affects the most important things in your life… your home, your family and your future.

Making the most of it

For best strategies and results, we suggest you ask your trusted broker to walk through this guide for more personal insights based on your own home and investment goals.

Whether you’re buying, selling or just checking in on the market, it’s time to download your 12-page Metropolist Magazine now.

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Keeping Consistently Clean & Tidy in Your New Home

Worried about inviting guests over because of Fido?

Pet owners know that [wo]man’s best friend comes with all the love and mess of sharing your life with a furry friend. This can sometimes include …odors. Uh, wet dog, anyone?

And what if you want to entertain for friends & family? Whether your digs are big or small, cleaning up for guests to come over can seem like a daunting task, especially if you have pets.

We found a great article that might give you the insight, tips & hacks you need. Apartment Therapyhas outlined some easy tips to keep your home consistently tidy and pet-smell free.

These small changes can free up your time, keep your possessions looking new, and potentially help in maintaining the resale value of your home. See what you think!

Categorieseconomy, info for buyers, Seattle, Uncategorized, Washington real estate

The Seattle Rental Market Blues

Is renting your current digs giving you the renter’s blues?

As a past or present Seattle renter, you’ve probably thought to yourself, at one point or another, “What a waste it is to throw my money into something I don’t own.”

Whether it be updates, decor for a small space or even just the rent check itself.

This recent article by Curbed Seattle highlights just how up and down this current Seattle renter’s market is.

Surprisingly, the most dramatic increase from this research can be seen in the pricing for studio apartments.

Start to plan for a future writing checks for an investment …instead of to a landlord!

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Don’t Be a Stranger in Your Community

Have you been craving some more community involvement or some new friends here in Seattle?

Feeling like an outsider in your own neighborhood can be intimidating whether you are new to the area or thinking of branching out. You might be moving from a close knit community into an undiscovered one, leaving you feeling down in the dumps.

Sunset released an article that shares creative ways to help establish a community or contribute to an already existing one.

No matter your situation, if you become active in your neighborhood, you are sure to be appreciated and more connected.

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Tough Housing Markets: Where Does Seattle Land?

Who’s to blame for the high prices and slim pickings?

It’s always easier to blame the price hikes and lack of inventory in the Seattle area on Washington outsiders but if you look at the overall real estate market, you’ll see the real crux.

The Seattle Times recently compared different regions with the tightest housing markets throughout the country and found one common theme: “No one is selling their house.” Ranking second on the list means fiercer competition, bidding wars, and a fear of selling. See the whole article here.

Are you curious about how you could capitalize on this great sellers’ market, but concerned about how to navigate your move? It’s time to contact your trusted broker for insights and strategies that are catered to your specific circumstances and goals.

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Summertime and the livin’s easy

Summertime and the livin’s easy…

Nothing is better than summertime in Seattle, sitting with your closest friends and family at a local outdoor concert. Thankfully, Seattle Times came out with an outdoor concert calendar so that you can make this dream come true.

If outdoor concerts aren’t typically your jam, check out events12.com, they post super fun things to do around Seattle every month for the whole year as well as The Stranger’s ‘Things to Do’ column, which is always up to date on the hippest events/music Seattle has to offer.

No summertime blues for you this year! Keep cool and enjoy all that Seattle has to offer. Let me know what you are up to, maybe we will see you there!

Categorieshome values, info for home owners, Seattle, Uncategorized

The Importance of Pricing Strategy

Crazy sellers market right?
Tempted to price just a smidge higher?
Let’s talk about the importance of strategic pricing…

In this sellers market, many sellers are wanting to see just how high they can push their list price. The conversation goes something like this, “because my neighbors put their house on the market for $400,000 and received $50,000 over asking, I want to list my house for $450,000”. It is extremely tempting to push the market; that is, price your home at the tippy top of what you think is possible in this market. This graph below from the National Association of Realtors shows the percentage of buyers who will look at your house if it is priced at market, below market and above market.

PricingBuyers still want to see prices reflect market value and then decide if they are willing to pay more to compete. When it is obvious the house is overpriced or pushing the envelope, they pass it up and will likely go pay just as much for another house around the corner that used a smarter pricing strategy. Pricing, as always, is paramount. Metropolist agents are skilled and educated to help you price your home to get the most money – and perhaps even more importantly the best contract terms – in this market. If you have been thinking of selling, or know someone who is, give us a call!

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8420 Eighth Avenue South- Super Sweet South Park

Prime location across from Community Center, 1 block from South Park Library. Stroll along the tree lined streets waving to neighbor & friends on your way to Lorettas or to grab a cup of coffee on 14th. South Park has a wonderful, diverse and involved community ready to welcome new residents. Drive right up to your back door into the large open lot with high privacy fence surrounding flowering plants and trees. Inside is sweet fir flooring, coved ceilings, sunroom & 2 beds. Light & Bright!

Check out 8420eighth.com for more photos and information!

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The ‘Modern’ Mystery

WHAT IS MODERN???

Many of you probably wonder what I’m talking about when I mention 360 Modern. Some of you may even wonder what the heck I mean by modern in general??? Am I talking about all those 50’s houses I can’t get enough of?  What about those ugly towering town homes they built down the street?  What is “Modern”?
Well my friends at 360 Modern give us a little taste of what we mean by that here. Take a look and let me know what YOU think “Modern” is!