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Windermere Foundation Approaches $1.5 Million Raised in 2021

October 18, 2021

Thank you Sandy Dodge at Windermere for writing this post about the impact Windermere offices are making on their local communities– Windermere offices across the Western U.S. have remained committed to serving their communities in 2021, collectively raising nearly $1.5 million so far this year alone, pushing the foundation’s grand total raised since 1989 to nearly […]

9/27/2021 Housing and Economic Update from Matthew Gardner

September 27, 2021

This video is the latest in our Monday with Matthew series with Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. Each month, he analyzes the most up-to-date U.S. housing data to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market.     Introducing Matthew Gardner, Windermere’s Chief Economist, and his latest episode of Mondays with Matthew. […]

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Windermere Foundation Surpasses $44 Million Total Raised

September 24, 2021

So proud of the Windermere Foundation and all they are accomplishing. Thanks Sandy Dodge for covering this glowing report. Since 1989, the Windermere Foundation has supported low-income and homeless families throughout the Western U.S. Earlier this year, the Foundation proudly crossed the $44 million mark in total donations. 2021 has been an active year for […]

Windermere Real Estate and Seahawks partner up, Leigh Buchan Harvey real estate, Edmodns WA

Windermere Partners with the Seattle Seahawks for Another Season to #TackleHomelessness

September 17, 2021

Exciting news that Windermere and the Seahawks are partnering again! Thanks for the announcement, Meaghan McGlynn! All of us at Windermere Real Estate are proud to kick off another season as the “Official Real Estate Company of the Seattle Seahawks.” Since 2016, we’ve partnered with the Seahawks to #TackleHomelessness by donating $100 for every Seahawks […]

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What is a Buyer’s Market?

September 8, 2021

While we aren’t in a buyer’s market yet, it’s still good to know how to navigate through one. Thanks Sandy Dodge for pulling this information in one place Much can be determined about the conditions of a local real estate market by its supply and demand. When the supply of available homes is greater than […]

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The Difference Between a Comparative Market Analysis and an Appraisal

August 17, 2021

Have you ever wondered how these two differ from each other? Thanks Sandy Dodge at Windermere for this helpful explanation. It can be difficult for sellers to distinguish between two methods of finding the value of their home: a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) and a home appraisal. Though they share many similarities, there are key differences […]

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Preparing Your Home for Summer Heat and Wildfires

August 11, 2021

It’s going to get hot! And smoky. Are you prepared? Thanks Sandy Dodge at Windermere for this helpful guide! Summer is the season for spending long days in the yard, taking dips in the pool, and sitting in the shade to beat the heat. In the midst of these sun-filled adventures, though, lies the potential […]

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5 Green Upgrades that Increase Your Home Value

August 9, 2021

Going green is happening all around us. And there are many ways to make your home green AND increase its value. Thanks Sandy Dodge at Windermere for this helpful guide! Selling a home begins with understanding how much it’s worth. After an initial assessment, you may want to make some updates to increase the value of […]

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Windermere Living: Board it Up

August 7, 2021

This article originally appeared in the Summer 2021 issue of Windermere Living Big thanks to the Windermere Staff for singling out this story! I hope it inspires your food creativity. By Naomi Tomky | Photography by Carly Diaz | Food Styling By Anne Parker   For an intimate gathering or celebration, or just to change […]

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Q2 2021 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update

July 30, 2021

The following analysis of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. I hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact me any time. REGIONAL ECONOMIC OVERVIEW […]