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Selling Selling Your Home with Pets? Here’s What to Know For pet owners, it’s hard to imagine their home without a furry friend. However, when it comes time to sell, showcasing the qualities of a home should take precedence over the pets that live in it. This creates additional steps in the process of preparing your home for sale, but it makes all the difference in the […]
Market News Local Look Western Washington Housing Update 7/7/25 Hi. I’m Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a Local Look at the June 2025 data from the Northwest MLS. Here are the four key metrics I watch to track supply and demand in the market: closed and pending sales, which tell us a lot about demand; and listings – […]
More Windermere Community Service Day 2025: 41 Years of Connection, Care, and Impact Since 1984, Windermere offices have closed their doors for one special day each June to roll up their sleeves and give back. Community Service Day unites agents, staff, and franchise owners across our network in a shared mission: to support the places we live and work through hands-on projects that strengthen communities and bring people […]
Market News Numbers to Know 6/25/25: Inventory Levels Are Up, So Why Are Home Sales Flat? This is the latest in a series of videos with Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker where he delivers the key economic numbers to follow to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market. I’ll be starting this month by checking in on one of the most important numbers for the real […]
Buying Planning Ahead: A 12-Month Guide to Buying Your First Home Thinking about buying a home can be daunting, especially if it’s your first time. What should be an exciting milestone can feel overwhelming without a clearly defined roadmap, and diving in headfirst without a solid plan can lead to unnecessary stress, financial surprises, and missed opportunities. However, by establishing a timeline and breaking the process […]
Architecture Pueblo Revival Architecture and Its Timeless Southwestern Charm Pueblo Revival architecture is one of the most distinctive and enduring styles in the American Southwest. With its warm stucco walls, rounded edges, and earthy materials, it’s a look that’s both culturally significant and inviting. Rooted in Indigenous and Spanish colonial traditions, this style has evolved over time while remaining closely tied to the landscape […]
Selling Finding the Right Agent to Sell Your Home Selling your home is a collaborative effort between you and your real estate agent. As you prepare to sell your home, it’s crucial to find an agent who not only can answer your questions throughout the selling process but also understands your unique goals and values the happiness of you and your household.  Before You Begin […]
Market News Local Look: Western Washington Housing Update 6/5/2025 Hi. I’m Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a Local Look at the March 2025 data from the Northwest MLS. Last month, we saw a sudden pullback in pending sales, and those chickens came home to roost with fewer closed sales in May. Many of these impacted closed sales originated […]
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Design 5 Defining Elements of Moroccan Interior Design For centuries, Morocco has captivated people from around the world with its rich tapestry of culture, art, and unmatched design. From the lively souks of Marrakech to the serene riads of Fes, Moroccan interiors tell a story of intricate craftsmanship, vibrant colors, and a blend of tradition and global influence. In this post, we’ll look […]
Market News Housing & Economic Update: Numbers to Know 5/21/25 This is the latest in a series of videos with Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker where he delivers the key economic numbers to follow to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market. This week I’m jumping right back in to check on the elephant in the room this spring: tariffs. […]
Buying Real Estate Contingencies: What They Are and Why They Matter Imagine a home-buying scenario where you make an offer, the seller immediately accepts, and everything goes smoothly until you’re handed the keys. It’s possible, but more often, buying a home involves negotiation, counteroffers, and a back-and-forth dialogue between buyer and seller to reach a deal. And in some cases, the deal can fall through. That’s […]
Selling A Step-by-Step Guide to a Smooth and Successful Sale Navigating everything involved with selling your home can seem intimidating. Breaking the process down step by step will keep you organized and ready to work with your agent toward a successful home sale. 1. Choose an Agent A lot goes into choosing the right agent. If you’re unsure where to start, get referrals from trusted […]
Market News Local Look: Western Washington Housing Update 5/7/25 Hi. I’m Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a Local Look at the March 2025 data from the Northwest MLS. Last month I said our local real estate market was on a roller coaster, and that proved true again, this month, as sales trends turned sharply downward after a strong […]
More UW to Host New Zealand and Indiana at the 39th Annual Windermere Cup On Saturday, May 3, the Windermere Cup will make its highly anticipated return to the Montlake Cut for its 39th year, bringing with it all the speed, pageantry, and community spirit Seattle has come to love. The Windermere Cup began in 1987 when Windermere Real Estate founder John Jacobi partnered with the University of Washington […]
Luxury The Benefits of Shared Second Home Ownership The idea of owning a second home is a dream for many—but the reality often comes with high costs, logistical hurdles, and much more upkeep than expected. And as home prices continue to climb and travel habits shift, buyers are starting to ask: is there a better way? In partnership with Windermere, Esterre offers a […]
Market News Numbers To Know 4/16/25: Let’s Talk Tariffs This is the latest in a series of videos with Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker where he delivers the key economic numbers to follow to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market. Our first number this week is all about the elephant in the room: Tariffs President Trump’s new tariff […]
Buying When is the Best Time to Buy a House? There’s a factor of the home buying process that can often be the catalyst for everything that follows. That factor is timing. Much of the dialogue—rightfully so—around buying a home is focused on the “what.” However, it’s often the case that the “when” is just as important. So, when is the best time to buy […]
More A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing I have had the privilege of being part of this amazing industry for most of my life; but there was a time when residential real estate was synonymous with marginalizing people by using “secretive” policies, such as redlining, racial steering, and other forms of manipulation and discrimination.   In the late 1960s, Fair Housing Act legislation […]
Market News Local Look: Western Washington Housing Update 4/7/25 Hi. I’m Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a Local Look at the March 2025 data from the Northwest MLS. Our local real estate roller coaster turned back up in March, after a couple soft months to start the year. Pending sales actually climbed YoY in March, around Washington and […]
Architecture The Art of Pacific Lodge Architecture The Pacific Northwest is known for its lush forests, rugged coastline, and stunning mountain ranges. Naturally, architects and designers in the region draw from this unique environment, combining indigenous design principles with earlier frontier styles to create what we now know as Pacific Lodge architecture. From its defining features to its deep regional roots, here’s […]

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