The beginning of the year is a time when many owners in the real estate industry take time to reflect and review the performance of their buildings. As active multifamily real estate brokers in the Puget Sound Region, we are exposed to the building operations of some of the most sophisticated and successful apartment operators. […]
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How To Effectively Advertise Your Rental Property
The rental housing industry has undergone drastic changes since 2020. A slew of new landlord-tenant laws has made the rental housing industry much more difficult to navigate than in years past. Furthermore, both prospective and current tenant habits have drastically changed after more than two years of lockdown. While some changes in tenant behavior have […]
Read moreToday’s Housing Market Is Nothing Like 15 Years Ago
There’s no doubt today’s housing market is very different than the frenzied one from the past couple of years. In the second half of 2022, there was a dramatic shift in real estate, and it caused many people to make comparisons to the 2008 housing crisis. While there may be a few similarities, when looking at key […]
Read moreLower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market
As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling. Now, however, rates are beginning to come down—and buyers are starting to reenter the market. In fact, the latest […]
Read moreNorth Pacific Properties: Real Estate Newsletter – Volume 2
We are proud to launch volume 2 of “The News”s real estate newsletter. A huge congratulations to the winners of the NPP Gold Performance award and Shannon Brooks for winning Top Producing Broker of 2022!
Read moreWhat Are Your Goals in the Housing Market This Year?
If buying or selling a home is part of your dreams for 2023, it’s essential for you to understand today’s housing market, define your goals, and work with industry experts to bring your homeownership vision for the new year into focus. In the last year, high inflation had a big impact on the economy, the housing market, […]
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Read moreHomeowner Gift Guide: What to buy a homeowner this holiday season?
Tis the season! With the holidays just around the corner, we’ve cultivated a homeowner gift guide for five distinct personality types you might be familiar with in your life: The Dog Lover The Host / Hostess The Homebody The Kitchen Fanatic The Backyard Griller If you have a friend or loved one that fits one […]
Read moreTaking the Fear out of Saving for a Home
If you’re saving for a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound scary at first. But it doesn’t have to be. One way to take the fear out of budgeting is understanding some of the costs you might encounter. And to do that, turn to trusted real estate professionals. They can […]
Read moreApplying for a Mortgage Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Even with higher mortgage rates, the mortgage process doesn’t need to be something you fear. Here are some steps to help as you set out to buy a home. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on the pros and connect with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search. Any major life […]
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