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The month also saw a slight shift in inventory, even though shortages continued.
Heading into the new year, lack of inventory is the top business concern among Seattle Realtors, according to a mid-July survey by Seattle King County Realtors (SKCR). The survey asked SKCR members to identify the business challenges they anticipate
The decrease was driven by a 5.1% month-over-month slide in the rate of multifamily starts, while single-family construction was flat.
Lack of inventory continues to restrict home sales as fewer homes sold in September, and closed home sales dropped.
Days on market rose 7.1% from August, and the median price of houses sold slid 1.8% to $638,000, according to RE/MAX’s National Housing Report.
Despite low inventory and the competitive nature of the current market, buyers are well-prepared and ready to make offers, according to a recent report by Coldwell Banker Bain. The housing shortage continued to be a problem as the third
It’s been barely three months since the federal moratorium on foreclosures expired, but it’s starting to prove costly, as nationally, foreclosures are on the rise, having increased 67% from last year.
With limited space on land and water covering 71% of the earth’s surface, it’s no surprise that luxury real estate has raised its sails and taken to the water. Floating abodes such as this buoyant Fairview Avenue residence offer
As remote work becomes the new norm for many homeowners, real estate professionals are encouraging clients to consider implementing insurance-based smart home technology into their homes.
An “inflammatory, distasteful” postcard mailer sent out by the Kathy Lambert campaign to residents of King County Council District 3 prompted Seattle King County Realtors (SKCR) to withdraw its endorsement of the council member, according to a press release.
Units are now on sale in the Spire Seattle, a highly anticipated luxury condominium tower and the Seattle skyline’s newest addition. Showcasing intelligent design and striking architecture, the 41-story new-construction tower of luxury condos boasts 360-degree panoramic views of
Overall, September’s housing market statewide remained robust, according to a new report from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service, but low inventory is still problematic. With single-family homes and condominiums combined, there were slightly more new listings last month (11,373)
Redfin is rolling out its Direct Access home tours to 22 markets, including Seattle the company announced Tuesday.
Median rents in the mid-sized port city currently run about $1,280 for a one-bedroom apartment and $1,680 for a two-bedroom — a rise of nearly 19% year over year.
Seattle King County REALTORS® has named Realtor Tina McDonough its Q3 “Good Neighbor” for her tireless efforts in fighting for a cure for cancer and assisting patients and their families
What do you think put Seattle up so high on the list?