Windermere Bellevue Commons News The Seahawks and Windermere Return for Another Season to #TackleHomelessness by Shelley Rossi  on the Windermere blog All of us at Windermere are very excited to kick-off our third season as the Official Real Estate Company of the Seattle Seahawks! Once again, our #tacklehomelessnesscampaign is front-and-center, with the Windermere Foundation donating $100 for every Seahawks home-game defensive tackle to YouthCare, a Seattle-based non-profit organization that has been providing […]
Bellevue News Market Update September Eastside Market Statistics through August 2018     The number of homes for sale in August increased dramatically over the same time a year ago. This is the result of a moderate increase in new listings and a much slower pace of sales. Homes are staying on the market longer, giving buyers more choices and […]
Bellevue News Dear Washingtonians, Adventure Season Is NOT Over   Labor Day weekend is upon us which usually marks the end of adventure season. But it doesn’t have to! The Pacific Northwest is home to endless beautiful spots for hiking, camping, winter sports, and more. So even though we’re about to head into the quiet months, you can still get out and explore in […]
Windermere Bellevue Commons News Windermere Foundation: Providing Scholarships and Supplies to Students in Need   by Marilou Ubungen originally posted on the Windermere blog Education First Scholarship Program It’s that time of year again! As families prepare to send their kids back to school, Windermere agents have been out in their communities raising money to support programs that provide school supplies and scholarships to students in need. These are a just […]
Bellevue News Building Character-Balancing a Home’s Personality and Amenities by  John Trupin originally posted on the Windermere blog It’s sometimes said that the limitations of a house are what help make it a home. For many, however, it is a point of pride to accept only the finest in their new residence. How can you find the balance between cultivating a lived-in home with personality […]
Bellevue News Avoiding Home Addition Construction Pitfalls John Trupin originally posted on the Windermere blog When dissatisfaction with your current home strikes, it can be exciting to launch into a plan for a new addition. A new living room, bedroom, or more can add value to your home while improving your quality of life. On the other hand, even a modest addition can […]
Bellevue News Market Update-July For the first time in years, the real estate market is finally starting to deliver good news for buyers. The region experienced its third straight month of significant growth in inventory. Homes are sitting on the market longer, prices are moderating, and multiple offers are becoming more rare. Despite the surge in homes for sale, […]
Windermere Bellevue Commons News 9 Trending House Plants, and How to keep them alive Do you have trouble caring for your house plants? Here are some trending house plants and some ways to keep them happy…and alive.  
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Windermere Bellevue Commons News Refresh Your Home and Spirit With 7 Easy Steps by John Trupin originally posted on the Windermere blog The yearning to move lives in the spirit of many homeowners, but that desire for something new is often at odds with what feels feasible. That sense of newness needn’t come from a dramatic uprooting, however. The great part about having a home of your own is you […]
Bellevue News Windermere Foundation Donates Nearly $1 Million in the first half of 2018 Thanks to the generosity of Windermere agents, staff, franchise owners, and the community, the Windermere Foundation has proudly donated a total of $920,351 so far this year to non-profit organizations that provide services to low-income and homeless families. This brings the total amount of money that the Windermere Foundation has raised since 1989 to over $36 million. Each Windermere office […]
Bellevue News 7 Steps to Yard Sale Success Yard sale season has arrived! Many people shy away from the idea of having a yard sale, but do you truly need that broken-down accordion or the 80’s-styled prom dress? A yard sale is a great way to get out with the old and make room for the new. Here are some tips to help […]
Windermere Bellevue Commons News Western Washington Real Estate Market Update   The following analysis of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact your Windermere Agent.    ECONOMIC […]
Windermere Bellevue Commons News How Will the Real Estate Market Respond to Rising Interest Rates? Let Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner walk you through what to expect from the real estate market amidst rising interest rates.​        
Bellevue News 4 Ways to Make Smart Tech Upgrades to Your Garage When it comes to upgrading your home with the latest technology, your garage is likely to be the last thing on your radar. But as electric vehicles and even self-driving cars are hitting the road across the country, real estate listings are touting smart garages in high-tech cities like Palo Alto, California and Austin, Texas. […]
Windermere Bellevue Commons News What’s Happening in the Market The local real estate market looks like it might finally be showing signs of softening, with inventory up and sales down. More sellers have opted to put their homes on the market. Inventory was up 47 percent in King County and price increases were in the single digits. Despite the increase in inventory and slowdown […]
Bellevue News Introducing the NEW Windermere.com Around the halls of Windermere, we’ve decided that 2018 is the year to hit #refresh; it started with the launch of the refreshed Windermere brand earlier this year and today it continues with the unveiling of our refreshed website! The new Windermere.com is a result of a lot of research and input from our agents, franchise owners – and […]
Bellevue News What Happened in the Market Last Month? May 2018’s Median closed sales price saw a 14% increase from $754k to $856k. Last month brought some long-awaited, positive news for buyers with May posting the most new listings in over a decade. Despite the uptick in inventory, most homes are selling in less than a month. Prices haven’t been impacted either, with the […]
Market Stats King & Snohomish County Market Stats – April 2018 April 2018 active inventory rose 25% from March 31 2018 and 17% from April 2017. Historically listings taken and active listings at the end of the month grow from April through July. In addition the majority of the year’s appreciation occurs in the first six months. What does this mean: Buyers can be a little […]
Community Support Community Service Day 2018 – Windermere Bellevue Commons Windermere Community Service Day – June 8th, 2018 Every year since 1984, Windermere managers, brokers and staff have dedicated a day of work to complete neighborhood improvement projects as part of Windermere’s Community Service Day. Creating vibrant communities is one of the things that inspire all of us at Windermere as it gives us an opportunity […]
Community Support Seattle Humane | MISSION IMPAWSIBLE Are you ready to go “Over The Edge”?     We are teaming up with Seattle Humane as they are looking for a cast of “Stuntpeople” to take on the challenge to raise money for the animals, with a thrilling goal of rappelling down a 40 story building! Seattle Humane casting agents are looking for serious […]