The History Behind Black History Month

The History Behind Black History Month

Black History Month was initially formed in February of 1926 as a way to recognize the many contributions of African Americans and the Black community. It is a time that we celebrate a nationally celebrated month that reflects on the important roles that African...
Seattle Eastside Valentine’s Day Ideas

Seattle Eastside Valentine’s Day Ideas

It’s almost Valentine’s Day! We are lucky to live in an area with so many restaurants, bakeries, florists, chocolatiers, gift shops, coffee shops, and beyond! Whether you’re in Seattle, Bellevue, Issaquah, Ballard, Kirkland, Redmond, or anywhere in the Eastside, we...
Homeowner Equity Increases an Astonishing $1 Trillion

Homeowner Equity Increases an Astonishing $1 Trillion

In a year that was financially devastating for many Americans, some good news for most homeowners is the dramatic gain in home equity over the last twelve months. Last week, CoreLogic released its 2020 3rd Quarter Homeowner Equity Insights report, which reveals four...
3 Reasons to Be Optimistic about Real Estate in 2021

3 Reasons to Be Optimistic about Real Estate in 2021

This year will be remembered for many reasons, and optimism is one thing that’s been in short supply since the spring. We’re experiencing a global pandemic, social unrest, an economic downturn, and natural disasters, just to name a few. The challenges brought on by...
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