New homes sales surged in October 2017 and hit highest prices level in 10 years.

This national wide report will give the overview for the whole country.

Since we became number one market in the USA, our statistics usually show much higher numbers.

http://blog.stewart.com/stewart/2017/11/30/new-home-sales-october-2017-highest-in-10-years/

For complete market analysis, please, contact me directly

at 425.894.7301

or

[email protected]

New homes sales surged in October 2017 and hit highest prices level in 10 years.

This national wide report will give the overview for the whole country.

Since we became number one market in the USA, our statistics usually show much higher numbers.

http://blog.stewart.com/stewart/2017/11/30/new-home-sales-october-2017-highest-in-10-years/

For complete market analysis, please, contact me directly

at 425.894.7301

or

[email protected]

I just would like to remind about market seasons and cycles in this blog entry.

Starting Thanksgivings and beginning of winter we are supposed to be at the slowest time of the year for Real Estate market. Previous two years showed us that wasn't a slow time at all  I put below daily infographic from today as an example - the shortage of the homes on market is still a reality, which leads to the bidding war on good quality and reasonably priced homes hence higher prices in general as the result. January will be the month when buyers and hopefully more sellers will be back to the market, which means more homes to see and more competition.

http://nwreporter.nwmls.com/Issues/December-2017/page/Latest-Press-Release

Market Trends for Eastside Cities for first half of 2017.

School Disctict related statisctic about Sale-to-List Price Ratio.

The kitchen is one area of the home that sees the most wear and tear. All the water, heat, and food spills add up quickly so it’s important to focus on quality and lasting appeal when you’re choosing materials for a kitchen remodel. Here are a few things you should avoid:

Cheap Laminate Countertops: The bottom rung of laminate is extremely susceptible to wear and tear. It can melt if you forget to place a hot pad under a pan that’s fresh out of the oven and the edges can chip off from repeated exposure to moisture and heat.

Flat Paint: A flat or matte finish is great in rooms with lower traffic, but it’s a bad idea in the kitchen where the walls are regularly exposed to splatters and spills. You need paint that can withstand an occasional heavy scrubbing, so opt for gloss or semi-gloss finishes.

Trendy Backsplash: If you watch any home remodeling show, you’ll certainly see kitchens with expensive, elaborate backsplash designs and materials. Those trends can be pricey to pursue and can look dated in a hurry. Subway tile is a cheaper, classic option that you’ll never regret, plus you’ll have more room in your budget to purchase quality materials to be used elsewhere.

Cheap Flooring: Just like the countertops, your kitchen floor needs to be strong enough to take some abuse. Cheap flooring easily scuffs and peels (especially from moisture). Quality flooring is worth the investment.