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Matt Goyer

March 25, 2026

Spring 2026: From Scarcity to Selection As we say hello to spring, I wanted to see how this year’s market stacks up against 2025. The graphs below tell part of the story, but the “vibe” on the ground is shifting: Buyers finally have options, but they are using them with newfound caution. Despite interest rates […]

Matt Goyer

March 18, 2026

🌧️ Rain, Real Estate, and Resilience I was tempted to headline this week’s update “Is Seattle cooked?” but we’ve long steered clear of politics here, and we’re sticking to that! Headlines aside, the ground-level reality is quite different: we have new clients reaching out every week who are genuinely excited to call the PNW home. […]

Matt Goyer

March 11, 2026

The data for what happened with the market in February is out, and it mirrors what we’ve been seeing in our weekly data: more homes are hitting the market and taking longer to sell because buyer appetite isn’t as strong as in recent years. TLDR; Buyers have more selection, likely at a better price, which […]

Matt Goyer

March 5, 2026

The Rate Rollercoaster Just when it felt like mortgage rates were stabilizing at 6%, they ticked up to 6.13%. While it’s tempting to point to recent geopolitical tensions, the experts at Mortgage News Daily are skeptical that oil prices are the primary culprit. The silver lining? Rates are still significantly more attractive than this time […]

Matt Goyer

February 25, 2026

Welcome back from mid-winter break! Now that the kids are back in school, it’s officially “Go Time” for Seattle real estate. The Single-Family Surge Being a buyer over the last two months has been brutal. We just had clients lose out on a home yesterday. It was listed at $1M, received 16 offers, and is pending at […]

Matt Goyer

February 20, 2026

Rare opportunity to own a top-floor corner unit in a charming 1926 vintage building located in the heart of the University District. This sun-drenched one-bedroom home features massive windows that flood the space with natural light and offer an iconic view of the Space Needle and Seattle skyline. Well maintained and freshly painted with the […]

Matt Goyer

February 18, 2026

Happy Mid-Winter Break to everyone with school-aged kids! It still blows my mind that a week off in February is the “new normal.” Back in my day, it was just spring break in April. 📈 The Market Pulse: A Tale of Two Sides Usually, the President’s Day combo creates a lull in new listings. While […]

Matt Goyer

February 11, 2026

Seahawks! It’s safe to say no one will be touring condos downtown tomorrow, we’ll all be at the parade! 😂 Last week was a wild one in the market. We saw two completely different worlds: Want to be a Billionaire’s Neighbor? In other news, if you have a spare $5M (well, $4.8M to be exact), […]

Matt Goyer

February 5, 2026

Situated in the heart of Fremont, this end-unit townhome captures exceptional natural light and enhanced privacy. Recently added split AC units in all three bedrooms and living room ensure year-round comfort, while updated flooring on the second and third floors adds fresh appeal throughout. Ascend to your private rooftop deck where panoramic views unfold: the […]

Matt Goyer

February 4, 2026

If you’re hunting for a single-family home under ~$2M right now, buckle up. We have three clients submitting offers this week, and all three will be competitive even though the news is filled with layoff headlines. To give you an idea of what we’re seeing on the ground: How to Win: We’re advising our clients […]

Matt Goyer

January 28, 2026

The Buyers are Back. The “January thaw” has hit the market. We’re seeing a surge of activity as buyers from last year restart their searches, joined by a fresh wave of faces at our weekend open houses. Interestingly, the data shows buyer activity is nearly identical to this time last year, even with mortgage rates […]