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Real estate headlines tell part of the story, but the numbers mean something different depending on where you're buying or selling. Here, we'll look at what's happening across Greater Seattle, what the latest market data tells us, and how to put that information into perspective when making real estate decisions.

Education first, never predictions  ·  Written by Dawna Capps

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What the latest Northwest MLS snapshot tells buyers and sellers

November 2, 2026

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Northwest MLS publishes a monthly snapshot for the region, and the September 2026 numbers are a useful, current starting point for understanding where the Seattle area stands.

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How to read a listing like a local

A listing is a marketing document and a data sheet at the same time. Learn which parts to trust, which parts to translate, and which parts to ignore.

November 2, 2026

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Buying power, mortgage rates, and the long game

Rates move up and down, headlines shout about both, but your buying power is decided by the numbers you can actually control. Here is the plain-English version.

November 2, 2026

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The questions every Washington buyer asks me first

After years of helping buyers across Greater Seattle and the Eastside, these are the questions I hear in nearly every first conversation. Here are straight answers.

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