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Bellevue News Help Homeless Youth Stay Warm This Winter Windermere and the Seattle Seahawks have come together for another season to help #Tacklehomelessness in our community.   As part of that campaign, Windermere is hosting a “We’ve Got You Covered” winter drive for YouthCare, a non-profit that provides support and services to homeless youth throughout the Puget Sound area.   We are collecting NEW hats, scarves, gloves/mittens, and warm socks. […]
Bellevue News Eastside Market Update-October   It appears that balance is slowly returning to the local housing market. Home price growth slowed in September. Inventory continued to climb, but is still far short of the four to six months that indicate a normal market. Homes are staying on the market longer, giving buyers the breathing room to make the right […]
Bellevue News How Reliable Are Home Valuation Tools? by John Trupin on the Windermere Blog What’s your home worth? It seems like a simple question, but finding that answer is more complicated than it might seem. Sites like Zillow, Redfin, Eppraisal, and others have built-in home valuation tools that make it seem easy, but how accurate are they? And which one do you believe if […]
Bellevue News 5 Dangers of Overpricing a Home by Windermere Guest Author on the Windermere Blog It is still a great time to be a seller, but in much of the Western U.S., the local real estate market has begun to soften. With significant increases in inventory, buyers now have more choices and less sense of urgency. If you are thinking about selling your home, […]
Bellevue News Transforming Your House from Summer Home to Winter Hideaway by John Trupin  on the Windermere Blog None of us want to admit it, but Winter is Coming. The new season of Game of Thrones might not be until 2019, but your home will need preparation before then. As the days shorten, you can mitigate many mid-winter headaches with some preemptive prep. Proper weatherizing can help protect your […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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, […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Bellevue News Lake Bellevue Spring District Tour by Michael Link Brand New Bellevue Neighborhood: The Spring District   Yesterday some of our brokers went to a tour to learn more about Lake Bellevue Spring District. Our broker Michael Link, the President of the Lake Bellevue Alliance with The Spring District, was the tour guide. They previewed some of the apartment homes, experienced one of the best […]
Bellevue News 2017 Christmas Ship Festival by Argosy Cruises A fun activity during the Holidays The Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship™ Festival is a ship-to-shore holiday celebration that has been a Northwest tradition since 1949. The Spirit of Seattle, the Official Christmas Ship™ is decorated with hundreds of shimmery white lights and sails to different Puget Sound waterfront communities – around 65 in all. Choirs on board the Christmas Ship™ perform to guests aboard as well as […]
Bellevue News Meydenbauer Bay Park construction has begun Meydenbauer Bay Park construction The City of Bellevue has started the construction of Meydenbauer Bay Park. We’re excited to see how it would improve the connection between Bellevue’s bustling downtown and its scenic Lake Washington waterfront. With a quarter mile of waterfront, the 10-acre park considerably expands the current Meydenbauer Bay Beach Park. A large public […]