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Seattle Real Estate Market Trends: What to Expect in 2025

As we step into 2025, the Seattle real estate market remains one of the most dynamic and closely watched in the nation. Known for its tech-driven economy, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant urban lifestyle, Seattle continues to attract buyers, sellers, and investors. Whether you’re planning...

Your Guide to Buyer Agency Agreements

At The Howell Group, we know buying a home is one of the biggest milestones in life. That’s why we take pride in being your trusted real estate advisors, guiding you every step of the way. A Buyer Agency Agreement ensures we can fully represent...

Sliding into 2025: Tips and Predictions for Buyers and Sellers

As we step into 2025, the real estate market is ripe with opportunities—and challenges. Whether you're looking to buy your dream home or sell and make a move, the new year brings new possibilities. With a shifting market ahead, it’s important to understand what’s coming....

The Future of Home Heating

Why Heat Pump Water Heaters Are a Game-Changer In an era increasingly focused on sustainable living, choosing energy-efficient solutions is crucial. If you're considering a path toward greater sustainability, a Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH), also referred to as a Hybrid Water Heater, may be a...

Market Update Fall 2023

Well, if it hasn’t been obvious to you yet, the MLS came out with its monthly report, and this time it is not filled with good news. Or, is it? The financial mage Warren Buffett once said, “It is wise to be fearful when others are...

Fall Home Maintenance: Your Comprehensive Guide

As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, it's a reminder that fall is upon us. This season is not just about pumpkin spice lattes and cozy sweaters; it's also the perfect time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. Here's...

What You Need To Know About Housing, The Economy, And The Pandemic

A worldwide pandemic and an economic recession have had a tremendous effect on the nation. The uncertainty brought about by both has made predicting consumer behavior nearly impossible. For that reason, forecasting home prices has become extremely difficult. I have of course received a lot...

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May 2020 Market Update

For April 2020, our year over year closed sales inside King County is down 30.1% or in clear terms, we sold 1/3rd less homes this April vs April 2019. Astoundingly however, throughout the whole Northwest Multiple Listing Service area, we are seeing price increases of 6.4%...

5 Real Estate Reality TV Myths

Have you ever been flipping through the channels, only to find yourself glued to the couch in an HGTV binge session? We’ve all been there, watching entire seasons of shows like “Property Brothers,” “Fixer Upper,” and “Love It or List It,” all in one sitting. When you’re in the middle of...