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How Much Can You Actually Save with a 1% Listing in Bellevue?
Selling Tips

How Much Can You Actually Save with a 1% Listing in Bellevue?

With the average Bellevue home now selling above $1.4M, the difference between a 1% and 3% listing commission can be staggering. Here's exactly how much equity homeowners are keeping.

Jeff Dickinson·June 15, 2025·5 min read
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Bellevue Real Estate Market Mid-2025: What Sellers Need to Know
Bellevue Real Estate

Bellevue Real Estate Market Mid-2025: What Sellers Need to Know

Inventory remains constrained while tech sector employment drives sustained buyer demand. Here's our current market analysis for homeowners considering a sale this summer.

Ron Harmon·June 10, 2025·7 min read
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Why Professional Photography Makes or Breaks a Luxury Home SaleLuxury Homes

Why Professional Photography Makes or Breaks a Luxury Home Sale

Studies show that homes with professional photography sell 32% faster and for higher prices. But in the luxury market, the stakes are even higher. Here's what separates good photos from great ones.

6 min readJune 5, 2025
Mercer Island Neighborhood Guide 2025: Market Trends & Living GuideNeighborhood Guides

Mercer Island Neighborhood Guide 2025: Market Trends & Living Guide

Mercer Island combines the exclusivity of island living with immediate access to Seattle and Bellevue. Here's everything homeowners and buyers need to know about this exceptional community.

8 min readMay 28, 2025
How to Prepare Your Eastside Home for Sale: A Room-by-Room GuideSelling Tips

How to Prepare Your Eastside Home for Sale: A Room-by-Room Guide

The right preparation strategy can add tens of thousands to your sale price. We break down exactly what to prioritize — and what to skip — before hitting the market.

9 min readMay 20, 2025
Buying a Home in Kirkland in 2025: What You Need to Know Before You OfferBuying Tips

Buying a Home in Kirkland in 2025: What You Need to Know Before You Offer

Kirkland's waterfront and tech-adjacent neighborhoods move fast. Here's how to compete effectively without overpaying — including offer structure tips that make sellers take notice.

7 min readMay 12, 2025
How the NAR Settlement Changed Real Estate in Washington StateReal Estate News

How the NAR Settlement Changed Real Estate in Washington State

The 2024 NAR settlement fundamentally changed how buyer broker compensation works. Here's what it means for Washington home sellers and buyers — and how to navigate the new landscape.

6 min readMay 5, 2025
What Is Your Bellevue Home Worth in 2025? Key Factors That Drive ValueHome Values

What Is Your Bellevue Home Worth in 2025? Key Factors That Drive Value

Square footage and bedrooms are just the beginning. School district, lot size, updates, and proximity to tech campuses all play significant roles in Bellevue home valuations.

6 min readApril 28, 2025
The Microsoft and Amazon Effect on Redmond and Bellevue Real EstateBellevue Real Estate

The Microsoft and Amazon Effect on Redmond and Bellevue Real Estate

Tech employment has reshaped the Eastside housing market over the past decade. Here's how RSU vesting cycles, layoff cycles, and return-to-office policies continue to influence your neighborhood.

8 min readApril 20, 2025
Why Drone Photography Is Non-Negotiable for Luxury Real Estate in 2025Luxury Homes

Why Drone Photography Is Non-Negotiable for Luxury Real Estate in 2025

Aerial footage does what ground photography cannot — it tells the story of a property's setting, privacy, views, and relationship to the surrounding neighborhood.

5 min readApril 15, 2025
Seattle Real Estate Market Update: Spring 2025Seattle Market

Seattle Real Estate Market Update: Spring 2025

Seattle's urban core neighborhoods are showing resilience as remote work trends stabilize. Here's what the data tells us about pricing, days on market, and competition heading into summer.

7 min readApril 8, 2025
Woodinville: Where Wine Country Meets Luxury Real EstateNeighborhood Guides

Woodinville: Where Wine Country Meets Luxury Real Estate

Woodinville has evolved from a rural escape to one of the Eastside's most sought-after addresses. Here's what buyers and sellers need to know about this distinctive market.

6 min readApril 1, 2025

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