September 07, 2018
The Seahawks and Windermere Return for Another Season to #TackleHomelessness
Posted in Seahawks by Shelley Rossi
All of us at Windermere are very excited to kick-off our third season as the Official Real Estate Company of the Seattle Seahawks! Once again, our #tacklehomelessnesscampaign is front-and-center, with the Windermere Foundation donating $100 for every Seahawks home-game defensive tackle to YouthCare, a Seattle-based non-profit organization that has been providing services and support to
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September 05, 2018
What You Need to Know About the US Luxury Housing Market
Posted in Luxury by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate
Luxury homes sales across the U.S. continue to perform strongly, but I’m noticing some headwinds starting to appear that are worthy of a closer look. It’s often thought that luxury real estate runs totally independent of the overall market, and while this is true in some respects, there are definitely correlations between high-end housing and the rest of the market.
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August 30, 2018
How Restrictive Growth Policies Affect Housing Affordability In Many Cities
Posted in Economics 101 Videos by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate
Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner explains how restrictive growth policies are affecting housing affordability in many cities.
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August 29, 2018
Providing Scholarships and School Supplies to Students in Need
Posted in Windermere Foundation by Marilou Ubungen
It’s that time of year again! As families prepare to send their kids back to school, Windermere agents have been out in their communities raising money to support programs that provide school supplies and scholarships to students in need.
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August 27, 2018
Building Character - Balancing a Home's Personality and Amenities
Posted in Buying by John Trupin
It's sometimes said that the limitations of a house are what help make it a home. For many, however, it is a point of pride to accept only the finest in their new residence. How can you find the balance between cultivating a lived-in home with personality and quirks versus a house with cutting-edge amenities that improve quality of life? To get to the bottom of that, we gathered a list of six...
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August 22, 2018
Outfitting Your Home to Survive the Threat of Wildfires
Posted in Living by John Trupin
Much of the Western United States is grappling with the same issue this summer – the specter of smoke and fire from some of the largest forest fires in recent memory. For individuals, even the decreased air quality can be a threat, while the destruction that the fires themselves can wreak is devastating. Homeowners living near impacted areas are often left with an impossible choice...
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August 20, 2018
Avoiding the Pitfalls of Home Addition Construction
Posted in Architecture by John Trupin
When dissatisfaction with your current home strikes, it can be exciting to launch into a plan for a new addition. A new living room, bedroom, or more can add value to your home while improving your quality of life. On the other hand, even a modest addition can turn into a major construction project, with architects and contractors to manage, construction workers...
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August 16, 2018
How Zoning and Regulatory Costs Impact Housing Affordability
Posted in Economics 101 Videos by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate
Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner explains the ways zoning rules and regulatory costs can limit housing affordability.
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August 15, 2018
The Most Ambitious Trends in Luxury Pool Design
Posted in Luxury by John Trupin
When it comes to luxury home design, if you can imagine it, it can be done. In-home spas, luxe bowling alleys, and glass wine rooms are just a few examples we’re seeing out there. The same idea extends outdoors to swimming pools, which are a must for most luxury homes. But we aren’t talking about just any old backyard pool; they’re usually more masterpiece than mainstream. We consulted...
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August 13, 2018
Refreshing Your Home and Your Spirit With Seven Easy Steps
Posted in Living by John Trupin
The yearning to move lives in the spirit of many homeowners, but that desire for something new is often at odds with what feels feasible. That sense of newness needn't come from a dramatic uprooting, however. The great part about having a home of your own is you can make improvements and give your home a chance to evolve over time. You just need to help your home live up to its potential! We...
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