Seattle Blog | Selling a House

Selling a house with foundation problems: what you need to know 

When it comes to your house, the foundation is a big deal. It’s what holds everything up and keeps your house standing strong. When problems start at the foundation, they can ripple through the whole structure. This brings costly repairs along with them. If you’re thinking about selling a house with foundation problems, here’s what […]

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5 reasons no one will buy your house in Seattle

Trying to sell your house in Seattle but not getting any interest? You’re not the only one. A lot of folks deal with the same thing during their home sale. Maybe your home has been sitting on the MLS (multiple listing service) among other real estate listings for weeks or even months without much movement. […]

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Remodeling permits: when and why you need them in Seattle

Before beginning a home remodeling project, it’s necessary to check if you need a remodeling permit. These are permissions issued by the city that confirm your project meets safety and building regulations. They serve to safeguard homeowners from problems like unsafe construction, and they can be required for selling a house.  In Seattle, the homeowner […]

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Selling a house with unpermitted work in Seattle

Unpermitted work can decrease your property’s marketability, bring legal risks, and turn off buyers. It can be costly to fix and may cause issues with lending and insurance. The good news is that you have options. Whether you fix the issues or sell the property “as is,” selling a house with unpermitted work is a […]

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Benefits Of Selling Your Seattle House For Cash

Are you thinking about selling your house in Seattle? If so, selling your house for cash could be a great solution. Here’s what a cash sale involves, the benefits of choosing this option, and some information about cash home buyers in the Seattle area. Should you sell your house for cash? Selling your house for […]

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Tips to selling your house by owner

How to sell a house by owner You've decided to put your Seattle home on the market. After looking at the pros and cons of selling For Sale by Owner (FSBO), you have chosen to make more money on the sale by cutting out the go-between––a real estate agent. Generally, the real estate agent's […]

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Flooding In Seattle

Some Seattle homes will flood.   There isn't a more destructive type of disaster than a flood. So, to put floods into perspective, think about Hurricane Katrina. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the most powerful winds blowing in that monster storm reached 174 mph. Even though those devastating winds blew faster than most cars' top […]

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How long are home appraisals valid?

How long are home appraisals good for? Generally, house appraisals in Seattle are valid for 90 days (about 3 months) as long as the housing market is stable. If there is a booming market and houses are selling fast, house values can change quickly. You may want to have your property appraised sooner to […]

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Sell your Seattle house during a divorce.

How can you go about selling a house in a divorce? When dealing with something as difficult as divorce, we understand it can be hard to gather all your thoughts and make good choices. Having a house involved makes it much more complicated.  In this article, we’ll answer some common questions you may have, […]

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