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How to Win a Multiple Offer in Seattle in 2024

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Out of the blue, all of our clients and team members suddenly need to re-learn how to Win a Multiple Offer in Seattle in 2024. Why? Those of us with 3% interest rates are not selling our single-family homes. Meanwhile, buyers have adjusted to the higher interest rates and want to buy something that is […]

What Is My Home’s Value?

Backyard garden with covered patio

Curious about what your home’s value is in this market and you don’t think Zillow or Redfin know your true value? Same!!! I have been working in Real Estate for over 15 years and only once did I have a home sell right at the Zillow value and that home was in the suburbs surrounded […]

How Long Does It Take to Prepare a Home For Sale?

One of the biggest questions we receive when we talk to a new seller is “How long does it take to prepare a home for sale?” And the answer could be anywhere from two weeks to six months depending on the situation. But the bottom line is that it is longer than you think it […]

How Much Does It Cost To Prep My Home for Sale?

Last year we had some of our sellers experience sticker shock when it came to figuring out how much it costs to prep a home for sale. For many sellers the last time they had to pay to have someone paint their home, replace the carpets, and other details was at least five if not […]

What You Need To Know About Buying a Home in Seattle in 2024

Let’s get real and have a Diva chat about what you actually need to know about buying a home in Seattle in 2024! This is going to be a bit bossy, but let’s be honest, your favorite Aunt is probably a boss. The Divas are aunts. And Aunts give advice and tips that are direct […]

Learn About the New Washington State Home Buyer Agency Law

Starting January 1st of this year the new Washington State Home Buyer Agency laws have taken effect. There are new forms and processes. And it is going to be one of the biggest changes in our industry in a generation. Basically how we operated with buyers has been the same since the 1990s. These changes […]

Update Your Home Like a Diva

Update your home like a diva with Kim colaprete

Update your home like a Diva in a way to make sure you are adding value. The number one question I hear from my clients when we do an initial walkthrough of their homes is “How to Make Updates That Add Value to Your Home.” You would be surprised how long people ignore simple projects […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Getting a Home Inspection in Seattle

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What do you need to know about getting a home inspection in Seattle? Well, almost everything! Home inspections are the most important parts of buying a home in Seattle. We have a very diverse housing stock and I do not know if you have noticed but we also have a lot of hills. Oh and […]

Team Diva Awarded Best in Seattle Real Estate

Thank You Loc8NearMe for Awarding Team Diva Best in Seattle Real Estate Team Diva Real Estate at CBBain in Seattle Loc8NearMe.com Team Diva Real Estate at CBBain in Seattle is being proudly recommended by many happy customers! Loc8NearMe prides itself on recognizing the best businesses in the industry, and Team Diva Real Estate at CBBain in Seattle has […]

Celebrate Seattle Pride Like A Diva in 2023

Divas Chavi and Kim at White Center Pride

Want to celebrate Seattle Pride like a true Diva in 2023? Then gather all your friends, make a plan, and buy tickets in advance! We really cannot emphasize this enough. Yes, you have to plan ahead in order to have the most epic and memorable Seattle Pride 2023 experience. You really can’t wing it anymore […]

Thank You For Kicking Off Pride at White Center Pride

White Center Pride 2023 - Divas Roy with Diva Dwellers

White Center Pride was epic!!!! Last Saturday, June 4th we all gathered in the heart of White Center and kicked off Pride. We had an information booth and a huge photo area. Basically, we treated anyone and everyone in their queerness like they were a celebrity on their way to the Pride Ball.  Let’s dive […]

A Few of the Many LGBTQ+ Friendly Neighborhoods in Seattle

Capitol Hill AIDS Memorial Pathway

First off, Seattle is super friendly to our LGBTQ+ community. EVERY neighborhood in Seattle has our Framily (aka LGBTQ+ folks) living happily in each and every one of our many neighborhoods. Seattle is in fact one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly cities in the nation. And in this post, I am excited to share some […]

Tips on How to Buy a Home in Burien

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What do you need to know about how to buy a home in Burien? Burien provides more affordable home prices than Seattle. In Burien, you’ll find many home types, including everything from single-family homes to townhomes and condos. Everything from classic mid-century homes to modern starter homes are all in the mix. On average, the […]

The Best Transit-Friendly Neighborhoods in Seattle

Capitol Hill street car in Seattle. Transit in Seattle.

What are the best transit-friendly neighborhoods in Seattle? Rainier Valley, Northgate, Capitol Hill, Ballard, and West Seattle have some of the best transit options in Seattle. Throughout these neighborhoods, you’ll find access to the Link light rail, many bus lines, Rapid Ride buses, streetcars, bike lanes, and even rentable bikes and scooters. Living in a […]

Best Neighborhoods in Seattle for Dog Owners

Diva Dogs Hollis and Daisy

Are you new to Seattle and curious which neighborhoods are the best for dog owners? You are not alone. Our fur babies are precious to us here in Seattle. In fact, there are more doggies that live in Seattle than young humans. True facts… See the excerpt from the Seattle Times Article “Kids Making a […]