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Uncategorized What Happens After Making an Offer on a House? What Happens After Making an Offer on a House? by Sandy Dodge Making an offer on a house feels like a reason to celebrate. You’ve applied for financing, worked with your agent to search for available listings, put in time attending open houses, and have found the place you’re ready to call home. However, celebrating at this […]
Uncategorized Managing Expectations as a First-Time Home Buyer Managing Expectations as a First-Time Home Buyer by Sandy Dodge There’s a first time for everything. As a first-time home buyer, navigating the uncharted territory of the home buying process can be challenging to say the least. Although every home purchase is unique, there are certain knowns that can help you manage your expectations. Once you’re […]
Uncategorized Should You Refinance or Sell Your Home? Should You Refinance or Sell Your Home? by Sandy Dodge Homeowners can often reach a financial fork in the road when they must decide to either refinance their existing mortgage or sell their home. Each route has its respective advantages depending on your financial health, the mortgage rate market, and the future needs of your household. […]
Uncategorized Bellevue listing sold! I’m excited about my recent sale in Bellevue.  The sale was very smooth and completed quickly.  It’s a great feeling of seeing the Sold sign go up on my listings!
Uncategorized 5 Ways to Incorporate Nature into Your Home 5 Ways to Incorporate Nature into Your Home by Sandy Dodge Home décor often focuses heavily on the latest and greatest trends. But even the most well decorated home can feel like it’s missing a natural element. Here are five simple ways you can incorporate nature into your home to make it feel more connected […]
Uncategorized When is the Best Time to Buy a House? When is the Best Time to Buy a House? by Sandy Dodge There’s a factor of the home buying process that can often be the catalyst for everything that follows. That factor is timing. Much of the dialogue-rightfully so-around buying a home is focused on the “what.” However, it’s often the case that the “when” […]
Uncategorized Home Safety and Security Home Safety and Security by Windermere Staff It’s true that your home is an investment and an asset, but most importantly, it’s your livelihood, so taking measures to adequately protect it is well worth your time. An unfortunate reality of being a homeowner is that your home can be a target for mischievous and/or criminal […]
Uncategorized Backing Out of a Real Estate Transaction What Happens When a Buyer Backs Out of a Real Estate Transaction? by Sandy Dodge Yes, the dream scenario for selling a home is that the entire process goes off without a hitch. But the reality is that sometimes there will be bumps in the road, and the best thing you can do is work closely […]
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Uncategorized Tips For Emergency Preparedness Tips For Emergency Preparedness by Sandy Dodge With homeownership comes the responsibility of having to plan ahead for life’s unknowns. Emergencies come in many forms, depending on your local climate. So whether its more likely that you and your household need to prepare for the potential of a wildfire, a flood, or a winter storm, it’s crucial […]
Uncategorized 7 Signs You’re Ready to Buy a Home 7 Signs You’re Ready to Buy a Home by Sandy Dodge Making the leap from renter to homeowner doesn’t happen overnight; it requires steady planning to put yourself in a good position to buy your first home. Prospective first-time home buyers can often feel like they’re waiting for a sign to indicate they’re ready to […]
Uncategorized Springtime Gardening Tips by Region Springtime Gardening Tips by Region by Sandy Dodge This time of year, there is much to be done in the garden. Whether you tend to a few veggie plants, have a sprawling urban farm, or tend to a flourishing, flowering sanctuary, spring is a critical time of the year to focus on the health of your garden to […]
Uncategorized Selling Your Home: Capital Gains Tax Selling Your Home: Capital Gains Tax by Sandy Dodge When you sell your home, you stand to receive an influx of cash. Though there are several costs associated with a home sale, you can likely still bank on the fact that you’ll be depositing a lump sum in the near future. But before you start planning […]
Uncategorized Renting vs Buying: Which is better for you? Renting vs Buying: Which is better for you? by Windermere Staff Deciding whether to rent or buy can be a difficult decision, but with the right analysis, you can determine which is best for you. Knowing whether it’s the right time to rent or buy depends on your buying power, what you’re looking for in a […]
Uncategorized Landscaping Tips That Can Increase Your Home’s Value Landscaping Tips That Can Increase Your Home’s Value by Sandy Dodge When you own a home, there’s a natural desire to invest in landscaping projects that help beautify your yard. But for those who are preparing to sell, the emphasis should be on specific projects that boost your home’s curb appeal and add to its value. […]
Uncategorized Cryptocurrencies in Real Estate Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrencies in Real Estate by Matthew Gardner     Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s chief economist, Matthew Gardner, and welcome to the latest episode of Mondays with Matthew. This month we’re going to take a look at Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies themselves and how both may impact home buyers and sellers in […]
Uncategorized How to Prevent and Deal with Mold How to Prevent and Deal with Mold by Windermere Staff Whether you are buying or selling a home, mold is something to be mindful of. Health concerns and potential damage make mold a red flag for buyers. Even if you’re not planning to sell any time soon, taking care of mold problems now can prevent […]
Uncategorized 5 Design Projects to Improve Your Backyard 5 Design Projects to Improve Your Backyard by Sandy Dodge Your home’s façade and front yard play a role in its curb appeal, but the backyard is for you and your household to enjoy. Spending time making improvements to your backyard will help to maximize your enjoyment of your property and can increase its value. These […]
Uncategorized How to Find the Right Lighting for Your Home How to Find the Right Lighting for Your Home by Sandy Dodge The right lighting can give your home the quality and mood you’re looking to achieve. Knowing about the different temperatures of light, lighting types, and how to blend lighting elements will help you narrow down your choices and find the best fixtures for […]
Uncategorized Different Types of Home Loans The Different Types of Home Loans for Buyers by Sandy Dodge Financing terms are the nuts and bolts of a successful home purchase. Once you’ve decided you’re ready to buy a house, it’s a matter of making the numbers work. So, which home loan is the right one for you? Knowing the different types of […]
Uncategorized The Village at Totem Lake   The Village at Totem Lake will be a newly reimagined lifestyle center with a village feel, mixed-use, gourmet grocery and other experiences located in Kirkland, WA.