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Economy Numbers to Know 4/13/26: Global Tensions Drive Rates & Market Shifts Numbers to Know 4/13/26: Global Tensions Drive Rates & Market Shifts This is the latest in a series of videos with Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker, where he delivers the key economic numbers to follow to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market. The first number to know this month: […]
Local Market News Numbers to Know 3/23/26: Why Mortgage Rates Are Rising Again The Housing Market Works Best in the Open. Washington Just Proved It. This is the latest in a series of videos with Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker, where he delivers the key economic numbers to follow to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market. The first news this week is […]
Local Market News The Housing Market Works Best in the Open. Washington Just Proved It. The Housing Market Works Best in the Open. Washington Just Proved It. When Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 6091 into law today, banning the marketing of residential properties to exclusive groups of buyers or brokers, he sent a clear message: transparency matters. This bill didn’t emerge from political theory or academic debate. It arose […]
Buying a Home How Long do Appliances and Household Fixtures Last? How Long do Appliances and Household Fixtures Last? Every home is made up of dozens of moving parts, and none of them last forever. From appliances and flooring to roofing and siding, every component has a general life expectancy. Knowing how long these items typically last can help homeowners plan for repairs, budget for future […]
Economy Local Look Western Washington Housing Update 3/11/26 Local Look Western Washington Housing Update 3/11/26 Hi. I’m Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a Local Look at the February 2026 data from the Northwest MLS. We are now on the cusp of the busy spring selling season, and the data so far in 2026 point to a market […]
Home Improvements Top Home Design Trends to Know in 2026 Top Home Design Trends to Know in 2026 Design trends have always reflected more than style. They reflect how people want to live. And as we move into 2026, home design continues to shift away from one-size-fits-all aesthetics and toward spaces that feel intentional, expressive, and more personal. After several years shaped by minimalism, fast […]
Home Improvements What is American Country Interior Design? How to Create a Warm, Timeless Home What is American Country Interior Design? How to Create a Warm, Timeless Home American Country style captures something many homeowners are craving: warmth, authenticity, and a sense of home that feels both personal and timeless. Rooted in rural American heritage, this design aesthetic celebrates simplicity, functionality, and craftsmanship. It’s cozy without feeling cluttered, nostalgic without feeling […]
Selling a Home The Power of a 30-Second First Impression: Why Reels Are the New Curb Appeal The Power of a 30-Second First Impression: Why Reels Are the New Curb Appeal In real estate, we all know how important first impressions are. For decades, curb appeal has been the gold standard for catching a buyer’s attention-but today, those first impressions are happening online, often in under 30 seconds. As more buyers scroll […]
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Buying a Home Numbers to Know 2/18/26: The Latest Economic & Housing Update Numbers to Know 2/18/26: The Latest Economic & Housing Update This is the latest in a series of videos with Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker, where he delivers the key economic numbers to follow to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market. I’ll start with some bad news and some […]
Buying a Home Small Town Revival: Why Everyone’s Moving Back to Main Street Small Town Revival: Why Everyone’s Moving Back to Main Street After decades of city living being the goal, a fresh trend is emerging. More and more people-especially young adults-are reimagining what “home” looks like, and that picture is starting to look a lot like small-town life. From coast to coast, smaller communities are seeing new […]
Selling a Home Refinance or Sell? Making the Right Move for Your Home Refinance or Sell? Making the Right Move for Your Home Homeownership isn’t a one-size-fits-all, and neither are the financial decisions that come with it. At some point, many homeowners reach a familiar fork in the road: Should I refinance my mortgage, or is it time to sell? The right answer depends on a mix of factors, […]
Buying a Home The Top Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Their Real Estate Agent The Top Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Their Real Estate Agent Buying a home is a major milestone, and it comes with a lot of decisions, details, and moving parts. While online searches and market headlines can offer helpful context, there’s no substitute for having a knowledgeable real estate professional by your side. The right agent […]
Uncategorized What Is Foursquare Architecture? A Guide to Prairie Box Homes What Is Foursquare Architecture? A Guide to Prairie Box Homes f you’ve ever walked through an older neighborhood and felt drawn to a home that looks balanced, practical, and quietly confident, you were likely looking at an American Foursquare. Sometimes called a Prairie Box or Prairie Cube, this architectural style is one of the most straightforward designs […]
Economy Fourth Quarter Regional Real Estate Report Fourth Quarter Regional Real Estate Report This is a recurring series of blog posts taking a closer look at the U.S. economy and several major regional markets in Windermere’s nine-state footprint. Updates will be released on a quarterly basis. Economic Overview Last year did not deliver the hoped-for breakout from the low-sales housing market that […]
Economy Local Look Western Washington Housing Update 2/4/26 Local Look Western Washington Housing Update 2/4/26 Hi. I’m Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a Local Look at the January 2026 data from the Northwest MLS So far in 2026, the housing market is still in the grips of a winter slowdown. Across the Northwest MLS, there were 7% […]
Windermere Foundation Comedy for a Cause: Windermere Foundation Comedy Events Raise Nearly $1 Million for Local Nonprofits Comedy for a Cause: Windermere Foundation Comedy Events Raise Nearly $1 Million for Local Nonprofits This fall, two cities, two stages, and hundreds of supporters of the Windermere Foundation came together for one incredible purpose: to raise funds and awareness for youth and families experiencing housing instability and hardships in our communities. In both Portland and Seattle, […]
Uncategorized Behr 2026 Color of the Year: How to Style Your Home with Behr’s Hidden Gem Behr 2026 Color of the Year: How to Style Your Home with Behr’s Hidden Gem Color has a way of reshaping the way a home feels, and for 2026, Behr has introduced a shade that truly sets the tone. Hidden Gem N430-6A, a smoky jade with an air of quiet confidence, is rich, refined, and just mysterious enough […]
Local Market News Six Predictions for 2026 Six Predictions for 2026 The following is a summary of Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker’s six predictions for the U.S. housing market and economy in 2026. He goes into more detail about his predictions in the video below. 1. Existing Home Sales Will Pick Up (Barely) Home sales have hovered near generational lows for three […]
Local Market Updates Local Look Western Washington Housing Update 12/10/25 Local Look Western Washington Housing Update 12/10/25 Hi. I’m Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, and this is a Local Look at the November 2025 data from the Northwest MLS. This November, the Washington housing market continued with its normal seasonal cooldown. And compared to last year, this month looked particularly cool, because […]
Local Market News Will Rising Foreclosures Impact the Housing Market Rising U.S. Foreclosures The market has certainly shifted since mortgage rates started skyrocketing last year and, with prices pulling back across much of the country, some have started to become concerned about the likelihood of foreclosures rising-clearly a timely topic given current circumstances. Hello there! I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner and for […]
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