Buying a home comes with a fair amount of introspection and budgeting – as well as industry jargon. These can prove difficult to navigate for the first-time homeowner and seasoned veteran alike. Knowing the difference between different types of financing…
Mortgage rates in Washington and nationwide dropped during the first week of December, giving borrowers an early holiday gift. But how long will it last? In a previous article, we explained how home buyers across Washington State could save money…
We've published a lot of information about the VA loan program over the last year or so. There are two reasons for this. The first is that it's one of our specialties. We are passionate about the VA loan program,…
This article explains some of the key requirements to buy a house in Oregon, and has been fully updated for 2019. It is designed to give you an educational jump start on your home buying process, whether you choose to…
The real estate market in Seattle's Eastside is finally cooling down, after a years-long stretch of rapid price growth. Here's a look ahead at housing market trends and forecasts for Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Sammamish, and other cities that make up…
Looking for an oasis of quiet in the suburbs? A window on a brick-wall house, decorated with flowers. For years now, Seattle has been one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. The population boom in the largest city…
Summary: Home buyer closing costs in Washington State range from about 1% to 3% of the purchase price, on average. But there are many variables that can affect the total amount you pay at closing. You should receive a detailed…
Home prices across the state of Washington have risen steadily over the past year or so. According to one recent report, the median home value for the state climbed 8% over the past 12 months alone. And that's largely why…
Summary: Based on the current median home price, a 20% down payment, along with average mortgage rates for a 30-year fixed home loan, the average principal and interest payment mortgage in Seattle is approximately $3,060 as we head into 2019.…
It looks like 2019 could be a great time to buy a home in Seattle. Home prices are slowing down. More inventory is coming onto the market. And mortgage rates are expected to remain fairly stable over the coming months.…