What are our top five favorite things we love about this vintage Garden Court Capitol Hill condo? Garden Court in Capitol Hill is a gorgeous vintage building and the name says it all. There is a picturesque courtyard with a fountain and tons of outdoor common space to enjoy! This corner-unit condo is filled with light, and vintage details are ready to be admired. One of the top benefits of this condo is all of the storage it offers—it’s not every day you find a vintage condo unit with a ton of storage. Garden Court is in a prime Capitol Hill location, and the Pike/Pine Corridor is just a hop ..read more

“Should I rent out or sell my home in Seattle?” This is the question almost every seller asks me when it’s time to move up to their next home. And there is so much information and misinformation about which option might make the most sense for you. In this post, I am sharing the 4 questions you need to ask yourself to help you determine whether or not renting out your home or selling your home is the right choice.  This is a common question. In fact, I recently had this exact conversation with a seller who was struggling with this question: When Donna and I came to meet with the sellers o ..read more

Everyone is asking themselves in this month’s Seattle Real Estate Market Update “Should I wait until interest rates go down before I buy a home in Seattle?” The quick answer here is that it boils down to what you want. When interest rates go down, there’s going to be more competition in the market. This causes home prices to go up and we also start seeing more multiple offers. If you buy a home now, you can also refinance at a lower interest rate in the future.  Seattle Real Estate Market Update – The Data for March 2024 Let’s dive into the data for March’s Seattle Real Estate Market Upd ..read more

For the first time ever, we are openly hiring experienced real estate agents here in Seattle!!! Are you an ambitious individual who is eager to elevate your real estate career? Do you possess a drive for success but lack the marketing skills to fully unleash your potential? Look no further than Team Diva! We are seeking diverse, talented real estate agents who are not only passionate about real estate but are also committed to giving back to the community. What Type of Experienced Real Estate Agents in Seattle Are We Looking to Hire? We’re on the lookout for individuals who embody ambition ..read more

What types of homes can you buy in Duvall? There is a large variety of home types available in Duvall, Washington, with everything from single-family homes to townhomes and condos. New construction homes, custom-built homes, historic homes, and more are all in the mix. Home prices vary, but as of 2024, detached single-family homes are around $1.1 million, townhouses are about $750,000, and condos sell for around $600,000.  Start Here: Check Out Lindsy’s Video Tour of This Duvall Home  << Coming Soon >> In this video, Lindsy Russell-Mitchell with Team Diva at Coldwell Bank ..read more

Out of the blue, all of our clients and team members suddenly need to re-learn how to Win a Multiple Offer in Seattle in 2024. Why? Those of us with 3% interest rates are not selling our single-family homes. Meanwhile, buyers have adjusted to the higher interest rates and want to buy something that is not a townhouse. What are a seller and their agent looking for in a winning offer? They are looking for the highest-priced offer with the least amount of contingencies on the contract. Contingencies are things like reviewing the title report, appraisal, inspection, etc… Sellers also want an offer ..read more

Curious about what your home’s value is in this market and you don’t think Zillow or Redfin know your true value? Same!!! I have been working in Real Estate for over 15 years and only once did I have a home sell right at the Zillow value and that home was in the suburbs surrounded by a lot of similar types of homes. But here in the city, many of the algorithms don’t quite get the value of homes right. What is My Home’s Value in Seattle? Fill out the form below and we will send you a questionnaire to help us figure out your home’s value. By us I mean experienced real estate brokers who live and ..read more

One of the biggest questions we receive when we talk to a new seller is “How long does it take to prepare a home for sale?” And the answer could be anywhere from two weeks to six months depending on the situation. But the bottom line is that it is longer than you think it is going to take, and it will cost you more than you are expecting. Details You Need to Know About How Long And What it Takes to Prepare a Home for Sale In this blog, we are going to answer the following questions.  What is typically included in preparing a home for the market? On average, how much time does it take to ..read more

Want to know what it takes when selling a home in 2024 for top dollar? The market is shifting to a more competitive state or as we like to call it a “seller’s market” in the industry. But not every home is seeing a multiple offer or even getting full price. Story time. We had several moments last year where our sellers were able to sell their homes to cash buyers for more money than recently sold homes in their neighborhoods. What no one sees is the months of preparation and work we do with the seller to make this happen. The home Kim sold in Laurelhurst had almost 20 offers and sold for $200K ..read more

Did you know that the only type of home you can buy on First Hill is a condo? Yes, it is true. As many of you know, one of Hannah’s specialties is condos in Seattle. First Hill is located super close to Downtown Seattle and Capitol Hill and it is slightly less expensive than its neighbors. In this blog, we are going to chat about what you can buy on First Hill and tour you through Hannah’s newest listing. But First – Start Here: Check Out Hannah’s Video Tour of This First Hill Condo  More Details About the Home in the Video  MLS: 2204357 Address: 1200 Boylston Ave APT 105 Seattle ..read more