April 11, 2018

Roy Powell’s Q1 2018 Seattle Real Estate Market Update

Hey, y’all. Roy here.  It’s hard to believe that it’s already April. The first three months of 2018 have been a whirlwind for the real estate market, and I believe it will continue. Below, I have some insights for all of my clients, whether you are a buyer, seller, renter, or landlord. Have I missed something? Hit me up and let me know what you think. Overview of the Q1 2018 Seattle Real Estate Market The phones are ringing off the hook with calls from new buyers! Usually, the first quarter of the year is pretty sleepy, as people take their time and the market warms up gradually. This year could not be more different. Many buyers took November and December off so that they could come in strong and hot during the first quarter of the year. I’ll go into more detail below… …but our phones at Team Diva… Read More »

April 10, 2018

Team Diva Are Top Producers in 2017, AKA Divas and Dudes Get it Done

Yep, it is official. Team Diva is in the big leagues of Real Estate Professionals. This crew of Divas and Dudes has broken through the glass ceiling to be top producers in a world that thinks homogeny equals success. We are queer and we are political. Those are two big things that the real estate industry tells you to not be if you want to succeed. Basically, the advice is “Hide your true self and keep politics out of it.” Here is what we have to say to that…. To quote Cardi B  Team Diva’s Greatest Accomplishment in 2017 Standing up and making political change happen in 2017. Divaland Stood Up and Made Change in 2017 Helping to crack the walls that support the ceiling of the patriarchy is our greatest accomplishment from 2017. Look for some exciting ways to get involved in our 2018 mid-terms later this summer…because Divas… Read More »

March 8, 2018

Podcast Roundup: Diva Kim Talks on The Snapshot and The Real Estate Sessions

Kim on Branding With The Snapshot The Snapshot podcast is devoted to digital marketing techniques for real estate professionals. We at Team Diva love coming up with fun, unique content to share with all of you in Divaland. It allows us to nerd out about our passions, show Seattle some love, and inform our audiences. It allows us to stay close to our community and help keep everyone excited and engaged in what is happening in our city and the region. Politically, culturally, and socially. The added bonus is that new and potential clients get to experience our passion, sense of humor and style right away. Which brings us to the first query Kim is given on The Snapshot: Why she doesn’t need to be the agent for everyone. There’s an old saying: A friend to everyone is a friend to no one. It’s true in business, too, especially in… Read More »

February 7, 2018

Happy 20th Anniversary of Love, Divas

The Divas met at the Northwest AIDS Foundation (now Lifelong AIDS Alliance) in 1997 and hooked up on this day in 1998.    At the time Kim was working at the Northwest AIDS Foundation as a community organizer and Chavi was working at a home health agency. They had been playing footsies for months when finally the stars LITERALLY aligned. Chavi wanted to wait to take their relationship to the next level as soon as mercury was out of retrograde. Don’t judge. It seemed to have done the trick.   They’ve officially gone platinum, baby! In more ways than their numerous number one years at Coldwell Banker. Divas Want to Give Back on Their Big Day Join us in celebrating Kim and Chavi’s life together, community advocacy, and general badassery. Please, no gifts! But if you are so compelled, consider donating to Lifelong AIDS Alliance. The fight is not over… Read More »

January 9, 2018

Meet The New Diva Dude: Remington Stokes

Remington grew up in the Pacific Northwest, watching Seattle grow into the incredible economic hub it is today. Real Estate has always been a passion for Remington. Specifically in home remodeling, new construction, design, and marketing. Before joining Team Diva, Remington worked with a residential green-build design firm and with a commercial furniture supplier. His ability to work hard for clients in fast-paced, fast-changing environment make him a genuine hustler Realtor. And, as we like to say at Team Diva.. Things change fast in Divaland In the short time Remington has been with Team Diva we have already seen him jump at the opportunity to help Diva Dwellers, care deeply about his own clients, and take a strong interest in the complexities that comprise our real estate market in Seattle. Get to Know Remington What do you love, Remington? I LOVE singing. I have been singing in choirs since elementary school… Read More »

August 24, 2017

Team Diva Honored at Inman Connect For Innovation in Real Estate

Inman is the real estate industry’s leading news source. In advance of the annual Inman Connect summit, they selected dozens of finalists from around the country for their 2017 Innovators awards. Last week, they announced the winners and runners up. Team Diva was named as first runner up for Most Innovative Team! First off, big congrats to the Orlando-based Figueroa Team for getting first place! Second, high-five to fellow runner up Five Doors Real Estate Network in Arizona. Next, big thanks to our business family at Coldwell Banker Bain. President and COO of CB Bain Mike Grady had some kind words in response: We’re so proud of Team Diva.. the team consistently outperforms its competitors and delights its clients by providing not just amazing service, but inventive strategies that facilitate their buying and selling processes. Team Diva’s marketing acumen is second to none, and we couldn’t be happier that they’re… Read More »

July 27, 2017

Team Diva Makes Real Trends’ 2017 List of Best Real Estate Agents in America

Team Diva Joins 47 Other Coldwell Banker Bain Seal Brokers on the Real Trends 2017 List Team Diva has made it onto Real Trends’ 2017 best real estate teams list for Washington state based on volume and sides. (For those who don’t know real-estate speak, a side is a home sale/purchase.) Real Trends looks nationally at the performance of teams and individual agents to determine their rankings. Team Diva snagged the #40 (WA) spot for volume and #55 (WA) for sides. We learned of the honor this week from Coldwell Banker Bain’s COO Mike Grady. It was a perfect mid-year ego boost (and an early birthday present for Team Diva co-founder Chavi Hohm). You can check out the Real Trends site for more info about their process and see the full list. Without a doubt, Mike Grady and his team provide his brokers with an exceptional amount of support, technology… Read More »

April 14, 2017

Divas Give Back: Team Diva Joins Forces with Washington’s Paramount Duty

2017 is the year that Washington state and Divaland will pass equitable education funding for kids and teachers. Team Diva is dedicating its resources to make sure that our state rises from being 35th in high school graduation to the top of the country. We believe that teachers deserve to be able to afford to live in our city. They deserve to be paid on par with other states in our country. We believe that homeowners should NOT have to carry the entire burden of funding education. Wealthy businesses need to do their part! We recently gave our recap of the three education funding plans proposed thus far. No plan will be passed as is. There will be bargains made. Voters must demand the most equitable policy. First, we must get educated about the policies and form action groups. Washington’s Paramount Duty is doing an amazing job at both. Why Are We  Supporting… Read More »

February 23, 2017

Thank You for Your Service, Dorcas!

Thank you for spending the last year with our team Dorcas. We all wish you the very best and hope you have some fantastic adventures ahead. With a heavy heart, we are wishing our Diva Gal Dorcas a bon voyage. Dorcas was with our team for almost a year. Throughout that year she contributed to helping us streamline our listing process. She was also loved by many of our Diva Dwellers during their home buying search process. Unfortunately, life had other plans for Dorcas. She needed to return to the Muggle world in order to have more time for family obligations. Dorcas will be missed and we know wherever she lands her new team will be lucky to have her. Below are a few of our favorite moments we shared together: Michael is going to miss the morning conversations. Roy is going to miss going to Pecos Pit together. Rocky is… Read More »

January 13, 2017

Join Team Diva at Seattle’s Women’s March Is Saturday, January 21

Divaland. Please join Team Diva on Saturday, January 21st in Seattle to protest the incoming administration. Stand up for reproductive rights and immigrant rights, against police brutality, and other issues that impact many of us in our community. What Does this Have to do With Real Estate? Everything. People live in homes. People’s lives are being negatively impacted by the incoming administration. Sitting passively by while the administration and those locally come after our clients who are LGBTQ, People of Color, Muslim, immigrants, etc. is unpatriotic. Team Diva is about the people we serve. We are about our community. Learn More About the March Visit the website at www.womxnsmarchseattle.wordpress.com. The march is 100% funded through donations. Activism doesn’t pay for itself. Please donate at https://www.youcaring.com/womensmarchwastate. Here is a good run down of the agenda that our sisters in Washington DC have put forth for their protest on Sunday. Where is the March?… Read More »