Puget Sound Realtors See Signs Of Fall Slowdown

The Northwest Multiple Listing Service said asking prices fell in about half the counties it analyzed in August. John Deely talks the appeal of neighborhoods away from the city.

Top Seattle agents give 4 tips on how to win a bidding war

We spoke with top agents in the Seattle metro area — including Jill Petersen, Coldwell Banker Bain.

Home demand soars in the Pacific Northwest

Total active home inventory continues to free fall in Washington state with no end in sight. John Deely, vice president of Coldwell Banker Bain in Seattle, said many of his clients arrive from California and work for either Seattle-based Amazon.

Housing Affordability Increases in July as Home Price Growth Slows

At the national level, housing affordability slightly inclined in July compared to the previous month according to NAR's Housing Affordability Index.

 

Instant Reaction: Consumer Price Index, September 14, 2021

It seems that inflation is slowly cooling off, confirming the Fed's view that high inflation will be temporary.

 

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, September 9, 2021


Mortgage rates continued to remain below 2.9% for the last nine straight weeks.

The Hidden Costs Many First-Time Homebuyers Have Never Heard Of

Many of today’s homebuyers are suffering from sticker shock—and not just over astronomical home prices.

Seven Myths About Green Building (And The Reality Of The Situation)

While choosing green appliances is a fairly simple change to make, green building demands a lot more attention and consideration.

Mortgage Refinancing Activity Tapers in Latest Month

The last four weeks’ mortgage purchasing and refinancing activities, as reflected in the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) latest weekly application surveys

Home Equity Hits Record High

Housing equity surged nearly 40% compared to a year ago and is at a record high, according to a new report from Black Knight, Inc.

As Inventory Improves, Consumer Confidence Inches Up

The housing market is showing some signs of cooling, which may be making more home buyers more optimistic in a competitive market.

 

 

S&P/Case-Shiller OR-Portland Home Price Index

 

S&P/Case-Shiller OR-Seattle Home Price Index