Amy’s Blog
Today’s real estate market news and tips to keep you informed.
Windermere’s Community Service Day 2022 in Bellevue, WA
Once a year, Windermere agents and staff dedicate a day of work to those in need. From senior centers to playgrounds, food banks, and more, these hands-on projects benefit a wide variety of community-based organizations. With more than one million hours of community...
Where Are Rates Headed & When is the Right Time to Sell (Or Buy)?
Choosing when to sell your home or even think about buying a new one can be a big decision. It shouldn't be taken lightly. However, when it comes down to it, it’s helpful to look at the market and see where things are headed in order to make the most informed...
Best Opportunities for Home Buyers in Greater Seattle Metropolitan Area
If you are living in the Seattle area, or you are a homebuyer interested in moving there, consider the beautiful east side of Lake Washington. Bellevue, Kirkland, Issaquah, and Redmond offer larger homes for the price that you will get in the Seattle Metropolitan...
House Prices Soaring in the Greater Seattle/Eastside Area
As tech companies expand and offer more jobs and opportunities, housing prices are booming in the Seattle suburbs. These startups and long-standing companies have found the Greater Seattle area a thriving place to do business. With low crime rates, favorable politics,...
Healthy Food and Recipes for Spring in the Pacific Northwest
Hey there, foodie! As we finally transition from dull winter mornings to bright summer days, it’s time to rejoice. After all, the arrival of summer means an increase in fresh produce in the Pacific Northwest, including some of our favorite fruits and vegetables,...
Do You Love Your Home?
Do you love the home you live in? Really think about it. How much you enjoy your home makes a bigger difference than most realize. Everything you know about work-life balance depends on your house being a place where you can relax and recharge. The amount your home...
What’s for dinner? Spring Salads in the Pacific Northwest
Hello, my foodie friends! We’re finally creeping out of the winter months, and into the best time of the year for food in the Pacific Northwest. March kicks off the slow increase of fruits and veggies growing in the area, giving us tons of options for fresh, healthy,...
Valentines Day Dinner & Gift Guide for the Seattle Eastside
How is it almost Valentine’s Day already?! Now, the question on everyone’s mind. Where should I go for Valentine’s Day dinner? Or, who has the best takeout for Valentine’s Day? The truth is, if you’re a foodie (or not), you’re in the perfect area to partake in a...
Why Right Now Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Sellers
If you’re thinking about selling your house in 2022, you truly have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at your fingertips. When selling anything, you always hope for strong demand for the item coupled with a limited supply. That maximizes your leverage when you’re...
How to Build a Vacation Home Portfolio to Create Passive Income & Wealth
A report from the U.S Census Bureau indicates that home sales rose by 17% in June 2020 from May and 13% in 2020 from 2019. In 2021, those numbers increased across the board with continuous increases of 20% and up quarter after quarter. These reports are a sign that...
Healthy Recipes for the New Year
Hello, my foodie friends! Okay, it’s a new year, and that usually means we’re all thinking about “how am I taking care of my body?” And things like “I should work out more” or “how can I start eating healthy meals consistently”. And that lasts like two seconds before...
Four Tips to Start Investing in Real Estate
Real estate stands out as a great industry for people interested in getting involved with investing. When people invest in real estate, they can make money by managing these properties as they give others a place to live. If you want to get started with real estate...
How to Begin Wealth Planning through Real Estate
Building a wealth plan is essential for anyone looking to generate revenue that continues to benefit you for years in the future. If you're looking to develop a strong and secure wealth plan, investing in real estate is a great place to begin. There are multiple ways...
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Now what are you cooking for dinner?
Hello, my foodie friends! It’s one of my favorite times of the year, the time that we get to entertain, cook, eat, and enjoy all the joyous festivities with FOOD! And not just everyday food, the food that makes you unbutton your jeans, go into food comas, and have the...