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Existing-home sales end 4 months of declines in July 

The pace of home sales increased 1.3% from June after months of decreases, the National Association of REALTORS® said.      

Housing inventory reaches post-pandemic high as market continues to balance

Housing inventory reached its highest level since the pandemic in July, according to Realtor.com’s July Monthly Housing Markets Trends Report. 

Pending home sales regain upward momentum in June 

The National Association of REALTORS® said its Pending Home Sales Index rose 4.8% month over month. 

The most popular ways to upgrade a home in 2024 — without a huge demolition

There are plenty of ways to upgrade a home without knocking down walls or hiring a whole construction crew.

Seattle is the No. 3 most affordable city in the U.S. for remote workers

Seattle is one of the most affordable cities in the country for people who work from home, according to a report from CoworkingCafe.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle

This month’s roundup of the 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle includes two houseboats — one in Portage Bay and the other on Lake Union.

Where rents are growing the most — and least — in the Seattle metro

Rents in different neighborhoods and areas within the Seattle metro are growing (or slowing) at their own paces.

Falling mortgage rates, increased supply create opportunities for homebuyers

Despite record high prices, two factors are creating opportunities for homebuyers this summer: falling mortgage rates and rising supply.

Most American homeowners crave privacy from their neighbors

Despite spending more time than ever at home, more than half of Americans admit to hiding from their neighbors, according to a survey from Top Rail Fence.

Washington among top states for house flippers

Washington is the No. 9 state in the country for house-flipping, according to a report from Highland Cabinetry.

Houzz: The top outdoor home trends for 2024

Summer is underway, and many homeowners are looking for ways to upgrade their outdoor spaces so they can enjoy the heat in style.

Washington has the lowest electricity costs in the country

Washington ranks as the U.S. state with the lowest electricity prices, meaning major savings for Washingtonians.

A down payment of just 20% may be a thing of the past, Zillow says

Buying a home in Seattle? Here’s the down payment you need to afford it.

Median existing-home sales price hits all-time high in May 

The record-breaking sales price comes as the pace of transactions slid from April, the National Association of REALTORS® said. 

The 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle

Agents from Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty are responsible for nearly half of the 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle.

The top home trends for summer 2024

With warm weather heating up much of the United States, many homeowners are craving new summer styles for their living spaces.

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