Not Even Haunted Houses Scare Off Home Buyers in a Competitive 2021 Real Estate Market

Would you buy a haunted house? According to a recent poll that’s been released by Real Estate Witch, 73% of Americans said that they would at least consider it. The recent poll surveyed a total of 1,000 Americans who were asked 20 questions regarding their paranormal experiences, what they prefer when buying a home, etc…

WHAT’S SCARIER THAN LIVING IN A HAUNTED HOUSE?

Among people who believe in the supernatural, 44% say paranormal activity has increased since the pandemic began — yet more than half of Americans say problems such as mold or foundation issues are still scarier than living in a haunted house.

As Americans plan their Halloween costumes and indulge in scary movie marathons this October, many sense a ghostly chill in the air. 

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Frenzied Fall Housing Market Ahead

•          Northwest MLS brokers report gains in new listings, closed sales, prices versus year ago!
•          Historically low interest rates and inventory shortages as factors contributing to a “very active market.”
•          The housing market intensity for each new listing will continue its upward trajectory as the first of the year approaches.
•          Shortage of supply still remains a significant issue.

KIRKLAND, Washington (October 6, 2021) – September’s housing market remained “very active” to “frenzied” around Washington state with brokers reporting year-over-year (YOY) gains in new listings, closed sales, and prices. Brokers with Northwest Multiple Listing Service also detected growing stability in the condominium market.

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Free Ghost Inspections For The Month Of October!

“Did you hear that?  I feel like I am being watched.  There are things going bump in the night.”

As a buyer, these aren’t the things you want to say after you moved into your new home.  Fortunately, for the month of October, you can have a thorough paranormal activity inspection to reassure you that, yes, you were just imaging it. 

The Cascade Team and Eastside Home Inspectors have announced that they are teaming up to offer Paranormal Inspections to buyers as part of the home inspection process.

In addition to their standard process, the inspectors will conclude home inspections by using state of the art thermal cameras to find out if the homes have any unusual activity such as ghostly apparitions, unidentified orbs, objects moving without…

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Real-Estate Agent Commissions Again In The Spotlight

Justice Department probe, civil lawsuits pose challenge to real-estate industry practices

“Plaintiffs’ allegations plausibly show that the Buyer-Broker Commission Rules prevent effective negotiation over commission rates and cause an artificial inflation of buyer-broker commission rates,” the judge wrote last year. “But-for Defendants’ conspiracy, each Plaintiff would have paid ‘substantially lower commissions.’”

Transparency in Commissions

Fact: Real estate brokers’ commission rates are not regulated in any state and are ALWAYS 100% negotiable.

The end goal of this lawsuit is for “Buyer Agent Commissions” to be fully seen as a fee paid for and financed in the buyer’s loan.

For example, on a $1 million home with a 3% commission the…

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August Housing Activity Slight Dip Follows Patterns of Seasonal Slowing

•       August show month-to-month drops in new listings, total inventory, pending sales, close sales, and median prices.
•          NWMLS statistics show the volume of new listings added during August declined from July (down 11.5%)
•          “We are seeing homes stay on the market slightly longer and more instances of sellers overpricing their properties.
•          Prices showed signs of moderating during August. The average price was down $10,000 from July.

Northwest MLS brokers say August housing activity follows patterns of seasonal slowing KIRKLAND, Washington (September 7, 2021) – August typically brings a dip in housing activity and this year was no different, according to representatives from Northwest Multiple Listing Service…

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Far From a Housing Market Crash, Home Prices in Seattle are Expected to Rise 18% Over The Next Year.

The flaming-hot housing market has seen median home prices soar an unprecedented 24% since the outbreak of the virus last year. But in recent weeks, that fire has lost some of its heat as buyers finally start to push back at sky-high prices. Simply put: The housing market is slowing a bit.

Already, a growing list of doomsayers point to the shifting market as taking us one step closer to a bursting housing bubble. In their minds, housing went up too fast and now must come back down.

But what does the data say? When you look under the hood, the run-up to 2008 housing bubble and the hot 2021 housing market are very different bull markets. While there are several reasons why our latest frenzy won’t result in a bust, there’s one reason in particular…

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Check Out Our Latest Results For Sellers!

Our dedication to your successful dealings (buying or selling) are unwavering. We are firmly committed to the service, results, and value for you with every transaction.

For others the definition of service can be very ambiguous. With us, it is crystal clear.  We believe that knowledge is power and transparency is vital, especially in the real estate industry.  That is why we provide a clearly defined set of services because sometimes, you don’t know what you don’t know.

Know these questions and answers before you interview a broker. The difference can cost you thousands.

Service, at the highest level, is our mission.

Results, accomplished efficiently and effectively through our proprietary marketing program, innovative…

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At The Cascade Team, It's About YOU!

Most of all the real estate marketing you see out there from other companies is all about “Them…. The Agent.”

Completely missing the most important point… It’s not about “Them”….. It’s about the “Client/Customer”

 Everyone loves taking about themselves. That’s a truism from psychology 101. So our course for agents seeing a mailer where people have said nice things about them or given testimonials looks amazing. They also love to show off all the homes they have sold…

It’s pretty unlikely anyone would self-mail out a critical review of their services… Hummmm

And all of those homes?.... We’ll it’s good to know that agent is making a lot of money….. But there isn’t anything mentioning the value or saving to the customer is there?

In a…

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What Is Your Home REALLY worth?

Bidding Wars and multiple offers have been the story of 2021 so far. But now inventory is increasing (Up 50% in the past 30 days) and while inventory is still historically low, pricing your home correctly is more important than ever.

Our 18-Point Analysis will bring you the most accurate assessment possible when it comes to your home's value. Click here to learn more! We factor in sold homes, active, pending, pending inspection, builder, size, beds, baths, school, year built, upgrades, lot size, assessments, condition, view, curb appeal, title issues and easements.

On average, serious buyers look at about fifteen properties before they make an offer. Doing so gives them a basis for determining how competitively a property is priced, both in…

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Use All Five Senses When Touring Homes for Sale

by SARAH KUTA

We all know that first impressions matter when it comes to buying and selling homes. It’s why curb appeal is such an important real estate tenet, why homeowners hire professional photographers to take listing photos, and why home stagers make spaces look beautiful and inviting.

But if you only use your eyes during your search for the perfect home, you could be overlooking some very crucial clues about whether a listing is right for you. Most people forget to use all of their senses during open houses and home tours.

The next time you attend a showing, take “the five-sense approach” to home touring. Use your sight, hearing, sense of smell, touch, and even taste to evaluate each prospective home and gather information…

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