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Q2 Market Report

Each quarter, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty analyzes market data to examine trends and to ensure our clients better understand the real estate market. The second quarter of 2020 was framed by a very different real estate landscape as Washington’s stay-at-home order was in effect for the majority of this period. The data across these market areas reflects fewer homes on the market year-over-year likely because of this, and while median prices and buyer demand varied more, it was a seller’s market.

Trending Floor Styles That Sell

For many buyers, flooring is an unexpectedly key factor in the choice of a home. Flooring can unify a space and make it stand out — or can draw unnecessary attention to itself and be a stumbling block to a sale. When preparing your next property for sale, flooring should be a focus, not an afterthought.

In-demand flooring styles are changing — these are the types most sought after by today’s buyers and how sellers see the value of revitalizing their floors.

Home MaintenanceDaniel SessomsJune 29, 2020real estate, home, trends, flooring, concrete, hardwood, light, design, upgrades, architecture, trending

10 Reasons Why Now Might be the Right Time to Buy

Just when the market was expected to enter busy spring season, the coronavirus pandemic shocked the world. The impacts of this pandemic have caused uncertainty across all sectors of the economy and the housing market is no exception. Many home buyers who were ready to make their move are now sitting on the sidelines wondering if now is the right time. While each market has responded differently, we have seen numerous reasons in our local market in the greater Seattle area that now is the right time to buy.

If you’ve been considering purchasing a home, read on to learn about some of the reasons that it would be better to make your move now instead of wait, and learn what recent events and trends could mean for your home search.