Real estate market in the  Roosevelt-Ravenna-Maple Leaf area holding steadyThis week:The median list price in Seattle’s Roosevelt-Ravenna Maple Leaf neighborhoods is $650,000  down from last week’s $662,500. The Market Action Index (see MAI chart below) is increasing and days-on-market is holding steady.  With more properties coming available, conditions are mildly positive.Supply and DemandIn the last few weeks the market has achieved a relative stasis point in terms of sales to inventory.  However, inventory is sufficiently low to keep us in the Seller’s Market zone so watch changes in the MAI.  If the market heats up, prices are likely to esume an upward climb.Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle at or near all time lows.   The key to maximizing you... 08/06/2015

      Northeast Seattle’s real estate market remains a mixed bag This Week:The median list price in Northeast Seattle (zip code 98125) is $492,500 down  from  last week’s $535,000. Inventory has been lightening lately and the Market Action Index (see MAI chart below) has been trending down lately, while inventory and days-on-market are been trending higher. Though days-on-market is increasing, these are mildly positive indications for the market. climbing.   Check in  next week to see how the  housing market in northeast Seattle  is shaping up.Average days-on-market (DOM) 24 days up from last week’s (23).Percent of properties with price decreases 22% up from last week’s 19%.  Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle at or near all time lows.   The key to m... 08/04/2015

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Demand starting to heat up for Haller Lake real estate  The median list price this week for Haller Lake real estate  is $422,500 up from last week’s $416,000. Inventory is tightening and days-on-market is falling.  The Market Action Index (see below MAI chart) shows demand heating up.  These are relatively bullish signs for prices. Supply and DemandHome sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks.  This is a Seller’s market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues.                                                                      PriceWe continue to see prices  in the Haller Lake area bounce around this plateau.  Look for a persistent down-shift in the Market Action Index before we see pr... 08/03/2015

Everyone is always searching for ways of improving happiness, health & wisdom in their lives.Well my whole life I am always searching for any information on creating a better life.So I am going to share with you some very simple words that can be written down in a matter of minutes.These words are from an old Ancient Sufi Story ... So whenever you want to improve your life and bring more understanding and purpose, read these words of wisdom ;o)  Non-resistance, Non-judgment, and Non-attachment are the three aspects of true freedom and enlightened living.  And always remember these words ...  'THIS, TOO, WILL PASS'  Seattle - Tacoma International Airport Washington by Robert Swetz 2015  08/02/2015

                                                  Demand for  Laurelhurst-Windermere’s real estate slumping This week:The median list price this week for the Laurelhurst-Windermere  area is $807,500 down from last week’s $1,006,940. Inventory is tightening and days-on-market is falling.  But demand as measured by the Market Action Index  (MAI see below chart) is also trending down.  The market is not giving strong up or down signals from these data. Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle at or near all time lows.   The key to maximizing your listing price is in the preparation and pricing.   For listing tips click here. Supply and DemandHome sales have been exceeding new inventory for several weeks.  However prices have not yet stopped falling.  Since th... 07/30/2015

      Northeast Seattle’s real estate market entering the dog-daysThis Week:The median list price in Northeast Seattle (zip code 98125) is $535,000 up  from  last week’s $499,500. The Market Action Index (see MAI chart below) has been trending down lately, while inventory and days-on-market are climbing. The trends imply a weakening market.  Check in  next week to see how the  housing market in northeast Seattle  is shaping up.Average days-on-market (DOM) 36 days up from last week’s (27).Percent of properties with price decreases 19% up from last week’s 12%.  Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle at or near all time lows.   The key to maximizing your listing price is in the preparation and pricing.   For listing tips click here.                         ... 07/29/2015

Home prices up in the Roosevelt-Ravenna-Maple Leaf real estate market, demand starting to slow JULY 29, 2015 BY ADMIN Home prices up in the Roosevelt-Ravenna-Maple Leaf real estate market, demand starting to slow This week: The median list price in Seattle’s Roosevelt-Ravenna Maple Leaf neighborhoods is $662,500  up from last week’s $615,000. The Market Action Index (see MAI chart below) has been trending down lately, while inventory is climbing.  These trends imply a weakening market. Supply and Demand The Market has started cooling and prices have been flat for several weeks.  Since we’re in the Seller’s zone, watch for changes in MAI.  If the MAI resumes it’s climb, prices will likely follow suit.  If the MAI drops consistently or falls into the Buyer’s zone, watch for downward press... 07/29/2015

Haller Lake’s real estate market slipping The median list price this week for Haller Lake real estate  is $416,000 down from last week’s $418,000. The Market Action Index (see below MAI chart) has been trending down lately.  These trends imply a weakening market.Supply and DemandIn the last few weeks the market has achieved a relative stasis point in terms of sales to inventory.  However, inventory is sufficiently low to keep us in the Seller’s Market zone so watch changes in the MAI.  If the market heats up, prices are likely to resume an upward climb. PriceWe continue to see prices  in the Haller Lake area bounce around this plateau.  Look for a persistent down-shift in the Market Action Index before we see prices deviate from these levels.For a more accurate pricing on residential pr... 07/28/2015

 Northwest Seattle’s real estate inventory down as  demand remains high market  This Week:  The median list price in northwest Seattle is $825,000 down from last week’s $830,475. Inventory has been lightening lately and the  Market Action Index (see below MAI chart) has been trending up.  Though days-on-market is increasing, these are mildly positive indications for the market. Average days-on-market 81 up from last week’s 71, asking price per square foot $314, median house size 2955 (sq ft).   Supply and Demand In the last few weeks, the market has been at a stasis point in terms of sales to inventory.  However, prices seem to continue to fall a bit.  Technically supply levels indicate this is a Seller’s market so it is likely that the downward pricing pressure will be light or variabl... 07/24/2015

                         Laurelhurst-Windermere’s real estate staying on the market longerThis week:The median list price this week for the Laurelhurst-Windermere  area is $1,006,940 down from last week’s $1,112,500. Inventory has been decreasing lately but the Market Action Index (MAI see below chart) is falling also. With days-on-market is climbing, these are mildly negative implications for the market.Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle at or near all time lows.   The key to maximizing your listing price is in the preparation and pricing.   For listing tips click here. Supply and DemandHome sales have been exceeding new inventory for several weeks.  However prices have not yet stopped falling.  Since the market is already in the Seller’s zone, expe... 07/23/2015

Haller Lake’s real estate market showing some resiliencyThe median list price this week for Haller Lake real estate  is $418,000 down from last week’s $425,750.  Inventory has been lightening lately and the Market Action Index (see below MAI chart) has been trending up.  Though days-on-market is increasing, these are mildly positive indications for the market.Supply and DemandHome sales continue to outstrip supply and the Market Action Index has been moving higher for several weeks.  This is a Seller’s market so watch for upward pricing pressure in the near future if the trend continues.                                                                    PriceWe continue to see prices  in the Haller Lake area bounce around this plateau.  Look for a persistent down-shift in the Market Act... 07/22/2015

       Northeast Seattle’s real estate market showing a few cracksThis Week:The median list price in Northeast Seattle (zip code 98125) is $499,500 down slightly from  last week’s $520,000. The Market Action Index (see MAI chart below) has been trending down lately, while inventory and days-on-market are climbing. The trends imply a weakening market.  Check in  next week to see how the  housing market in northeast Seattle  is shaping up.Average days-on-market (DOM) 27 days up from last week’s (25).Percent of properties with price decreases 12% down from last week’s 16%.  Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle at or near all time lows.   The key to maximizing your listing price is in the preparation and pricing.   For listing tips click here.             ... 07/21/2015

 There are 208 K-12 schools in Seattle, WA, including 128 public schools and 80 private schools. Seattle public schools belong to four districts, Highline School District, Renton School District, Seattle Public Schools School District and Tukwila School District. There are 162 Seattle elementary schools, 93 Seattle middle schools, 55 Seattle high schools and 349 Seattle preschool schools. Seattle Public Schools is the largest public school district in the state of Washington. The school district serves the entire city of Seattle. As of 2012, 91 schools are operated by the district, which serve at least 47,000 students throughout the city.   School Report for Seattle, WaThe quality of a school can greatly influence home values in an area. Our School Report for Seattle, Wa provides detail... 07/21/2015

The Roosevelt-Ravenna-Maple Leaf real estate market takes a breatherThis week:The median list price in Seattle’s Roosevelt-Ravenna Maple Leaf neighborhoods is $615,000  down slightly from last week’s $622,500. With inventory and days-on-market basically unchanged and the  Market Action Index (see MAI chart below) increasing, the market is not sending strong directional signal for the near-term outlook.Supply and DemandThe Market has started cooling and prices have been flat for several weeks.  Since we’re in the Seller’s zone, watch for changes in MAI.  If the MAI resumes it’s climb, prices will likely follow suit.  If the MAI drops consistently or falls into the Buyer’s zone, watch for downward pressure on prices.Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle a... 07/21/2015

 There are 208 K-12 schools in Seattle, WA, including 128 public schools and 80 private schools. Seattle public schools belong to four districts, Highline School District, Renton School District, Seattle Public Schools School District and Tukwila School District. There are 162 Seattle elementary schools, 93 Seattle middle schools, 55 Seattle high schools and 349 Seattle preschool schools. Seattle Public Schools is the largest public school district in the state of Washington. The school district serves the entire city of Seattle. As of 2012, 91 schools are operated by the district, which serve at least 47,000 students throughout the city.  School Report for Seattle, WaThe quality of a school can greatly influence home values in an area. Our School Report for Seattle, Wa provides detaile... 07/21/2015

 There are 208 K-12 schools in Seattle, WA, including 128 public schools and 80 private schools. Seattle public schools belong to four districts, Highline School District, Renton School District, Seattle Public Schools School District and Tukwila School District. There are 162 Seattle elementary schools, 93 Seattle middle schools, 55 Seattle high schools and 349 Seattle preschool schools. Seattle Public Schools is the largest public school district in the state of Washington. The school district serves the entire city of Seattle. As of 2012, 91 schools are operated by the district, which serve at least 47,000 students throughout the city.  School Report for Seattle, WaThe quality of a school can greatly influence home values in an area. Our School Report for Seattle, Wa provides detaile... 07/20/2015

 Northwest Seattle’s real estate market remains relatively stable  This Week:  The median list price in northwest Seattle is $830,475 up from last week’s $754,475. Inventory and days-on-market are both trending higher recently.  However, the improving Market Action Index (see below MAI chart) implies some increased demand will temper the negative trends. Average days-on-market 71 up from last week’s 61 , asking price per square foot $306, median house size 2910 (sq ft).   Supply and Demand  In the last few weeks, the market has been at a stasis point in terms of sales to inventory.  However, prices seem to continue to fall a bit.  Technically supply levels indicate this is a Seller’s market so it is likely that the downward pricing pressure will be light or variable.  Watch for an up-sh... 07/16/2015

The Roosevelt-Ravenna-Maple Leaf real estate market remains mixed This week:The median list price in Seattle’s Roosevelt-Ravenna Maple Leaf neighborhoods is $622,500  down slightly from last week’s $649,950. With inventory and days-on-market basically unchanged and the  Market Action Index (see MAI chart below) increasing, the market is not sending strong directional signal for the near-term outlook.Supply and DemandThe Market has started cooling and prices have been flat for several weeks.  Since we’re in the Seller’s zone, watch for changes in MAI.  If the MAI resumes it’s climb, prices will likely follow suit.  If the MAI drops consistently or falls into the Buyer’s zone, watch for downward pressure on prices.Is it a good time to sell my home?Inventory levels in northeast Seattle at ... 07/15/2015