Helen Hitchcock - John L Scott Real Estate

Pantone Color of the Year: Peach Fuzz. Where could you see this in your home? Let us know in the comments!

Mercer Island tonight! Come to our office to see the Junior Art Winners before heading across the street to Art Uncorked. 5-8pm. Tonight!

I see sun!

Check out the stats on our local market in Seattle. If you are in a quandary about whether to buy or sell or wait (and then for how long?), give me a call and we can discuss strategy.

Seattle saw the third-largest drop in home sales in April, according to the RE/MAX National Housing Report. The area also saw some of the biggest year-over-year decreases in new listings and median sales price.

Closings fell by 39.3% year over year in Seattle — in April 2022, 6,058 homes sold versus 3,677 in April 2023. Only two cities in the country saw larger margins of decrease: Portland, Oregon (-40%) and San Francisco (-42.3%).

When it comes to new listings, Realtors entered 4,377 new properties into the Multiple Listing Service during April. A year ago, there were 7,200 new listings — a decrease of 39.2%, the largest in the country.

“The Seattle market continues to struggle as the number of available homes for sale remains far below demand. At the same time, prices have fallen due to the significant drop in buyer purchasing power from rising interest rates and cost of living hikes due to inflation,” said John Manning, managing broker at RE/MAX Gateway. “Overall, buyer demand for housing remains robust, but many sellers are staying put to hang on to ultra-low interest rates. The traditionally hot spring market has not materialized because there are so few homes to consider.”

Median sales price has also dropped by 10.9% in Seattle. A year ago, the median sales price was $757,750. Last month, the median house sold for $675,000.

“In this environment, prices for desirable homes are still being pushed to their highest point due to buyer competition,” Manning continued. “We expect the market to remain stable through the summer, barring further significant interest rate movements.”

Does A Pre-Listing Home Inspection Make Sense? Something to consider!

By identifying potential issues before it goes on the market, you can list a home with greater confidence about its condition. This can mean cleaner offers, getting to closing faster, and maximizing the selling price for your client.

A pre-listing home inspection can uncover previously unknown problems – major and minor – allowing sellers the opportunity to make repairs, updates, or replacements as needed or as they wish. If they choose not to address these issues, making the inspection report available to potential buyers builds buyer trust through transparency. As such, it’s a great marketing tool for homes sold “as-is.”

Convention today! .

Come join us Sunday 5-8 pm.

This event is so fun! Come and start gathering your loot at the John L Scott office. We give out great treats! Its 4-6pm this Friday so start early so you can hit each business.

Have a Happy and Safe Independence Day!

Whatever your reason for moving, call me and let's get you to the beach!

What’s easy on the eyes, yields a good return, and goes with just about everything? Neutral walls! Whether you’re looking to sell or looking to refresh a room, a fresh paint job with colors like these can evoke a sense of calm and wellbeing.

The market is getting to be a little tricky with pricing right now. Call for an appointment to get a detailed review of your home value and current marketing strategy.

Home Value Estimator by Helen Hitchcock Contact Real Estate Specialist Helen Hitchcock to get home value estimates plus details regarding buyers looking for a home like yours!

Even with rising rates, there’s still a lot of competition in the market here. Nothing like 2008.

Always looking at homes wherever I go! This one is at 2 Meeting Street, on Charleston harbor, Charleston, SC

It's not too late to enjoy the perfect summer breeze through the open windows of your new home. Reach out today and close before the summer takes hold!

If you’re tired of asking your landlord for permission, it might be time to buy. So instead of asking if you can paint, you can decide which color to go with. Call me today!

Crab cake sandwich and Cajun waffle fries. Charleston SC yummm!

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Outgrown your Starter Home? Call me and let's find your Move-Up Home!

Get ready for Pi Day! 3.14. Start now.

I hope you have a fabulous day filled with love and friendship.❤

Now is the time to sell. Increased mortgage rates are on the horizon and that dampens buyers ability to buy. Contact me for a detailed evaluation of your home's current market value and a strategic marketing plan. Stay well! Helen Hitchcock

Home Value Estimator by Helen Hitchcock Contact Real Estate Specialist Helen Hitchcock to get home value estimates plus details regarding buyers looking for a home like yours!

Now is the time to sell. You never know what the future may bring for mortgage rates and that could dampen demand. Many multiple offers and many sales above asking price are occurring in our market. Call me for a thorough evaluation of price if you are interested in selling.

Want Top Dollar for Your House? Now’s the Time To List It. When you’re selling any item, you usually want to sell it for the greatest profit possible.

Soft open today. Order your 4 home tests today.

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COVIDtests.gov - Free at-home COVID-19 tests Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.