Edmonds Home for Sale April 16, 2013

Edmonds Home for Sale – Coming Soon!

 

EDMONDS HOME – COMING SOON!

Exceptional condition, private setting with manicured grounds, convenient location and attractive price. All brand new inside including kitchen and baths, refinished hardwood floors, new interior paint, new light fixtures and large back yard highlight this lovely home in Edmonds. Beautifully balanced, this home boasts 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.75 baths and large recreation room on the lower level. Conveniently located near major routes, shopping, renowned Edmonds schools, parks and Puget Sound.

For more information on this beautful property, call Steve Hill or Sandra Brenner, Windermere Real Estate Seattle Northwest, 206-769-9577.

Mortgage Rates April 15, 2013

Mortgage Rates

This Week's Mortgage Rates Forecast
Risks Favor: FLOATING
Now that we are seeing a new trend in MBS performance, and technical signs point to short term interest rate stability, we can advise to float and see if we may experience some improvement.  Be careful though, there is a lot of economic data being released this week that will cause daily volatility.  So, let's recap:  mortgage interest rates will probably end the week where they began them, meaning that rates are pretty stable.  However, during the day, we may see volatility which means that rebate or loan pricing may be affected even though interest rates themselves remain unchanged.  On a $200k loan, a difference of .5005 in loan pricing or rebate is $1,000 in out of pocket costs.

So for this week, any consumers who are less than 7 days out from closing may want to just lock in the great rates we see.  Anyone more than that should watch the market with their mortgage loan originator and see if we may find even more improvement on the horizon.

BOTTOM LINE:  Improvements in rate will come grudgingly, but if the stock market recovery we've been waiting for finally happens, we may improve by about .125%. Want more information about mortgage rates?   Give us a call, Steve Hill and Sandra Brenner, Windermere Real Estate Seattle Northwest 206-769-9577.

Hardwood Floors April 14, 2013

Weekend Warrior: Hardwood Floors

To ensure that you have good floors in your house, just knock on wood. Nothing rivals the way wood warm ups a room, its classic good looks, or how long it lasts—qualities that earn it the distinction of being This Old House's favorite flooring. Read on HERE.

Need ideas for improving your home for sale? Give us a call!

Steve Hill and Sandra Brenner
Windermere Real Estate Seattle Northwest
206-769-9577

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Windermere Real Estate Client Satisfaction March 23, 2013

99% Client Satisfaction – That’s what you tell us. And that’s what drives us.

How we achieve this goal is pretty straightforward: good-old-fashioned customer service. Because earning your trust and respect is our highest priority. It’s been that way for more than 40 years, passed down from one generation of Windermere agents to the next. Buying or selling a home is rarely a simple endeavor, so we use a combination of knowledge, passion, and market savvy to meet all of your real estate needs – a commitment we intend to uphold.

Here is what some satisfied clients have to say about their experience with their Windermere Real Estate agent:

"Our agent offered a complete package from beginning to end. By placing our trust in her knowledge and experience, we were able to get results that exceeded our expectations in the most difficult of markets."

– Tom and Jennifer
 

"Our Windermere agent helped my husband and I purchase our first home in May of 2012. He works extremely well with military families because of his former military background and knowledge of the VA process. This made home buying a pleasant experience rather than painful. Our agent has a very dedicated and trusting personality and will definitely go out of his way to make sure you are satisfied with your purchase. My husband and I are now happily settled in our first home and couldn't have asked for a better agent."

– Kayla and Minh

 

"In the fall of 2010, we hired our agent to market our elderly parents’ house in Laurelhurst. Despite a very weak real estate market, we were able to sell the house in a relatively short time and at a fairly aggressive price. Our agent was on her game throughout the process – beginning with the listing and marketing, then negotiating the sale and, finally, closing the deal. She was extremely helpful with her advice about the logistics of downsizing all the furnishings and general "stuff" accumulated during the 40+ years that my parents lived in the home. She also had invaluable advice about the emotional journey of moving my aging parents from their family-sized home to their new retirement-sized home. We wouldn’t hesitate to hire her again."

– P. Miller and J. Johnson
 

"Our Windermere agent’s outstanding sales record speaks for itself, but beyond the numbers is a solid real estate expert who both understands the intricacies of the market and is highly sensitive to the needs and best interests of her clients. We would recommend her without qualification."

– Michael
 

"Our agent went above and beyond for me and my family. She was really a great support, teacher, and coach through the whole process of clearing the house and preparing it for sale. She got to know what my needs were and how I think, and helped prepare me. I really learned a lot from her – she took the time to explain things so that I could make good decisions. This was very important to me. She provided the clear thinking and understanding of project management that meant so much at the time. She also pitched right in and rolled up her sleeves! I can only say that she made all the difference in the world. I am very grateful that she was my helper – I certainly would recommend her to any friends or relations that need a good agent."

– R. Hershey


"My wife and I trusted the experience and market savvy of our Windermere agent and his team and it paid off. He guided us through the necessary plan to sell and kept us focused on the goal of selling smart and buying smart. His patience and guidance were key in putting a deal together. We sold, and bought the house of our dreams, and feel our agent helped us get a great deal. It really shows that experience pays off. We have already recommended our Windermere agent to our friends and colleagues and will continue to do so."

– Brad & Dina

 

"Our agent was outstanding! She handled every detail with care. Her understanding of how to position our house in the market helped us get a better price and a faster transaction than we ever hoped for. I recommend her to everyone!"

– John

“Our agent displayed expertise, integrity, professionalism, and stellar customer service throughout our entire home buying process. He not only carefully guided us through the home buying process, but went above and beyond to connect us to resources in the community for our remodeling plans. This was truly a fantastic experience for our family. We'll continue to use Windermere services for our real estate needs.”

– Julie & Brandon

Home Buying and Selling March 15, 2013

Representing Home Buyers and Sellers Throught the Pacific Northwest

Representing Home Buyers and Sellers Throughout the Pacific Northwest

 

Real Estate is a complex and demanding profession.  An individual practitioner must wear several hats in order to competently service the needs of both buyers and sellers.  Aside from just enjoying working together,  Steve and Sandra truly believe in the old adage “two heads are better than one”.  They each bring something different to the team.  Their individual skill sets are diverse, but complimentary.  They feel their combined professional expertise together with Windermere’s excellent reputation, advanced tools and resources are a winning combination that fully serves the needs of their clients.

 

Contact Steve and Sandra Today

 

Steve Hill and Sandra Brenner

Windermere Real Estate Seattle Northwest

206-769-9577

Representing Home Buyers and Sellers Throughout the Pacific Northwest

 

Real Estate is a complex and demanding profession.  An individual practitioner must wear several hats in order to competently service the needs of both buyers and sellers.  Aside from just enjoying working together,  Steve and Sandra truly believe in the old adage “two heads are better than one”.  They each bring something different to the team.  Their individual skill sets are diverse, but complimentary.  They feel their combined professional expertise together with Windermere’s excellent reputation, advanced tools and resources are a winning combination that fully serves the needs of their clients.

 

Contact Steve and Sandra Today

 

Steve Hill and Sandra Brenner

Windermere Real Estate Seattle Northwest

206-769-9577

 

Real Estate App March 15, 2013

Check Out Our New Real Estate App at the Google Play Store

Use our new real estate app to search for real estate in the entire Puget Sound region.

 

Real Estate Brokers assist with negotiating, problem solving and promotion to represent both buyer and seller clients.

Steve Hill and Sandra Brenner have years of valuable experience with aggressive and effective marketing plans.


Most consumers agree that when looking for someone to list and sell their home, a REALTOR who is creative with marketing will give that Seller an edge in the marketplace. Working with a creative REALTOR is also extremely beneficial to a Buyer.

As a Buyer, especially now that we are seeing multiple offers again, you need a REALTOR who can confidently and creatively represent you in competitive offer situations.


You need a REALTOR who can tell your story, build emotion and trust which compels the Seller to accept your offer. You need a REALTOR who can think outside of tradition and get you the home you want!


Windermere Brokers are highly trained and have the power of Windermere at their service. Use this App to keep in constant contact with Steve and Sandra while you buy or sell your real estate property. Serving Seattle, Washington and the Greater Puget Sound Area including Bellevue, Kirkland, Bothell, Mill Creek, West Seattle, Queen Anne, Ballard, Fremont, Wallingford and Mercer Island to name a few of our favorite and well known neighborhoods, but there are many more.

 

Steve Hill and Sandra Brenner

Windermere Real Estate Seattle Northwest

206-769-9577

Seattle Real Estate March 11, 2013

Buyers Beware: Seattle Real Estate Inventory Levels at a Critical Low

Seattle area real estate levels are at a critical low for home buyers. As we move into the Spring 2013 home buying season, the amount of homes for sale will be less than half of those available in the Spring 2012 market. The culmination of low inventory and low interest rates have pushed our market into a buying frenzy with a high percentage of homes for sale entering multiple offers.

Check out Seattle real estate market statistics HERE.

If you are looking for a new home or would like usful advice about selling your home, give us a call, we are ready to assist you in the competitive real estate market.

 


Steve Hill and Sandra Brenner
Windermere Real Estate Seattle Northwest
206-769-9577