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We’ve published many Seattle real estate market reports over the years, and most were geared toward home buyers. Today, we’ll offer some helpful insights for tech employees who are planning to relocate to Seattle in 2024.

Portland, Oregon, home buyers could enjoy a slower real estate market in 2024, with lower home prices and mortgage rates. For these and other reasons, the Portland housing market could be more buyer-friendly in 2024 compared to the past few years. Here’s an updated look at current real estate trends across the Portland-Vancouver metro area, emphasizing the above buyer-friendly conditions.

The Seattle metro area housing market seems to have undergone yet another shift over the past few months. After cooling down during much of last year, the local real estate scene has been warming up again lately. The latest evidence can be found in a new report published by analysts at Realtor.com. It showed an ongoing decline in real estate listings with a price reduction. This suggests that Seattle-area sellers are less inclined to reduce their asking prices compared to a year ago.

In a previous article, we speculated on the possibility that California’s home-price downturn might end. Since then, even more evidence has come to light reinforcing that analysis. For example, data from Zillow and other sources show that the median home price has risen over the past few months. A new report from the California Association of Realtors predicts home sales and prices will increase in 2024. So, let’s look at these two “upturn” predictions for the California real estate market in 2024.

In California, mortgage insurance is often required when a home buyer makes a small down payment. A smaller down payment results in a higher loan-to-value ratio, which can require the borrower to pay mortgage insurance. This article is an educational resource for California home buyers and homeowners who have questions about this subject. Below, we have answered some of the most common questions relating to mortgage insurance in California, including costs, requirements, and other key topics.

It’s widely known that California has some of the highest home prices of any state in the nation. Because of this, it also has a much higher average down payment, when compared to other states. A recent report showed that the median or average down payment in some parts of California now exceeds $300,000, as of 2024.

Today, we’ll be examining current real estate market trends and conditions in Tacoma, Washington — one of the most affordable housing markets in the Seattle area.

As we move into 2024, recent forecasts suggest that the Boise area real estate market could become more competitive for buyers.

Bellevue, Washington is one of the most popular real estate markets in the Seattle area. And if you currently live there, or have visited in the past, you probably already know why. It has low crime rates, great schools, cultural and recreational opportunities, and plenty of natural splendor. It’s also one of the most expensive real estate markets in the state of Washington, and for all of the same reasons mentioned above. So you definitely want to do some research before entering this housing market.

Last year, we heard a lot about real estate markets cooling down all across the country. But now, as we head further into 2024, the Seattle-area housing market appears to be revving up again.

FHA loans are one of the most popular mortgage options among home buyers in the state of Washington, second only to conventional home loans. The FHA mortgage insurance program offers a number of benefits for borrowers, including a down payment as low as 3.5%. In this guide, we will explore the FHA loan down payment rules and requirements for borrowers in Washington. This will help you make a more informed decision about which type of loan you want to use.

Home buyers seeking a VA loan in Washington often have questions regarding the amount they can finance versus the amount they have to put down. Today, we will address one of those common questions: Can a VA loan cover the entire home purchase price in Washington?

Home buyers in California have struggled with housing market supply shortages for years, with inventory levels dropping to record lows. Now, in the spring of 2024, California’s real estate inventory shortage appears to be easing a bit. In a promising turn of events for prospective home buyers, the housing market experienced a significant uptick in supply during February. That’s based on a recent report from the California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.).

An overview of the “escape clause” contingency for VA home loans that allow borrowers to back out of the deal in a low appraisal situation.

For years now, we’ve been hearing that Seattle, Washington is a seller’s market due to supply shortages and other factors. But the Seattle real estate market has changed a lot over the past few years. So we thought it was high time to revisit this subject by examining the latest housing trends and data.

Belltown is the most densely populated neighborhood within the city of Seattle. It’s also one of the most popular places to live in the city, well-suited for those seeking a walkable urban lifestyle. The Belltown neighborhood has a somewhat gritty and industrial history. But over the past decade or so, it has evolved into a haven of trendy restaurants, cool boutiques, exciting nightlife, and modern residential towers.

Explore the fundamental criteria for securing a VA home loan in our comprehensive guide. We delve into the key requirements including credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and documented income, providing insights to help military members and veterans navigate the loan process seamlessly. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or seeking to refinance, understanding these VA loan prerequisites is crucial for a successful mortgage application.

People researching the Seattle-area real estate market are often surprised by the home price discrepancy between Tacoma and Seattle. Home prices within the city of Tacoma tend to be significantly lower than those in Seattle. But why? What factors make the Tacoma real estate market so much more affordable, when compared to the city of Seattle? After all, they’re both part of the same metropolitan statistical area (MSA) and only about 30 miles apart.

Are you thinking about moving to the Boise metro area and buying a home? You’re not alone. While population growth has slowed since the pandemic boom, the Boise-area real estate market continues to lure home buyers from other parts of the country. This guide gives you a broad overview of the Boise-Nampa metropolitan area, with an emphasis on relocation and home buying. We will cover everything from geography to economy, and from real estate market trends to local attractions.

When buying a home in the state of Washington, you have an opportunity to request a real estate survey to identify the legal boundaries. Your mortgage lender might require a survey as well, if you’re financing a home purchase. As a buyer, you’ll want to know what a real estate property survey is, what it does, and how it could protect you as a homeowner in Washington. This guide answers all of those questions and more.

FHA loans are one of the most popular mortgage options among home buyers in the state of Washington, second only to conventional home loans. The FHA mortgage insurance program offers a number of benefits for borrowers, including a down payment as low as 3.5%. In this guide, we will explore the FHA loan down payment rules and requirements for borrowers in Washington. This will help you make a more informed decision about which type of loan you want to use.

Home buyers seeking a VA loan in Washington often have questions regarding the amount they can finance versus the amount they have to put down. Today, we will address one of those common questions: Can a VA loan cover the entire home purchase price in Washington?

Home buyers in California have struggled with housing market supply shortages for years, with inventory levels dropping to record lows. Now, in the spring of 2024, California’s real estate inventory shortage appears to be easing a bit. In a promising turn of events for prospective home buyers, the housing market experienced a significant uptick in supply during February. That’s based on a recent report from the California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.).

For years now, we’ve been hearing that Seattle, Washington is a seller’s market due to supply shortages and other factors. But the Seattle real estate market has changed a lot over the past few years. So we thought it was high time to revisit this subject by examining the latest housing trends and data.

Belltown is the most densely populated neighborhood within the city of Seattle. It’s also one of the most popular places to live in the city, well-suited for those seeking a walkable urban lifestyle. The Belltown neighborhood has a somewhat gritty and industrial history. But over the past decade or so, it has evolved into a haven of trendy restaurants, cool boutiques, exciting nightlife, and modern residential towers.

Explore the fundamental criteria for securing a VA home loan in our comprehensive guide. We delve into the key requirements including credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and documented income, providing insights to help military members and veterans navigate the loan process seamlessly. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or seeking to refinance, understanding these VA loan prerequisites is crucial for a successful mortgage application.

People researching the Seattle-area real estate market are often surprised by the home price discrepancy between Tacoma and Seattle. Home prices within the city of Tacoma tend to be significantly lower than those in Seattle. But why? What factors make the Tacoma real estate market so much more affordable, when compared to the city of Seattle? After all, they’re both part of the same metropolitan statistical area (MSA) and only about 30 miles apart.

Are you thinking about moving to the Boise metro area and buying a home? You’re not alone. While population growth has slowed since the pandemic boom, the Boise-area real estate market continues to lure home buyers from other parts of the country. This guide gives you a broad overview of the Boise-Nampa metropolitan area, with an emphasis on relocation and home buying. We will cover everything from geography to economy, and from real estate market trends to local attractions.

Seattle-area home buyers often want to know how different cities and communities compare with each other, in terms of home prices. Today we address one of those common questions: Is Bellevue cheaper than Seattle, from a real estate perspective?

Recent reports have shown that the Denver, Colorado real estate market could be more friendly toward home buyers in 2024. Home prices have flattened out after several years of steady gains. Houses are taking longer to sell with fewer offers. And the Denver metro area was recently singled out as having the biggest increase in new real estate listings over the past year.