As the market shifts into a more balanced cycle, sellers are still realizing equity value and buyers are finding more flexibility in availability as well as negotiable terms! This is the balance we are EXCITED about! A truly sustainable and strong market is a win-win w...

We are so thrilled to welcome Blair Kumar Wooldridge to THE ⭕️NE. As a native to the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle, Blair brings a passion for real estate and an obsession for client experience that we know will continue to serve her well in her career. I’m sure her...

We are thrilled to welcome Ramses Chmait to THE ⭕️NE! Growing up in Kirkland and graduating from the University of Washington, Ramses has a deep understanding of the KIRKLAND and Eastside Real Estate market. He believes every client deserves the luxury experience regar...

This month, The ⭕️NE Real Estate Group will make a donation to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure when a showing or contract takes place on any one of our listings! 

Because real estate isn’t just about selling houses, it’s about giving back and supporting our commu...

Owning a home has great financial benefits, yet many continue to rent! Today, let’s look at the financial reasons why owning a home of your own has been a part of the American Dream for as long as America has existed.

Realtor.com recently reported that:

“Buying...

According to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 3.92%, which is still near record lows in comparison to recent history!

The interest rate you secure when buying a home not...

If you’ve entered the real estate market, as a buyer or a seller, you’ve inevitably heard the real estate mantra, “location, location, location” in reference to how identical homes can increase or decrease in value due to where they’re located. Well, a new survey shows...

With residential home prices continuing to appreciate at levels above historic norms, some are questioning if we are heading toward another housing bubble (and subsequent burst) like the one we experienced in 2006-2008.

Recently, five housing experts weighed in on the q...

Knowing your credit score or getting a recent copy of your credit report is one of the first steps that you can take toward knowing how ready you are to start the home buying process.

Make sure all the information listed on your report is accurate and work to correct an...

There are some people who have not purchased homes yet because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s.

As...