January 21, 2019

Seattle Home Buyer Story: Tamar and Jacqui

Diva Dwellers Tamar and Jacqui in their home

“Finding this house was quite a story,” says Jacqui. When she first saw it on Redfin, it looked…well. “Pretty hideous,” in her words. A Tale of Two Gals and One Grand Remodel Tamar and Jacqui’s Seattle home buyer story started many months before they bought, with a tale of two gals in love and two households that were ready to meld into one. Jaqui was working at Microsoft and living in Bothell with her dog Twiggy and kitty, Seamus. And her horse was in a stable in Mill Creek.Tamar was working in Fremont and living in Phinney Ridge with her son Stav. Besides needing to sell both homes, we Divas needed to find them a home that was equal distance from both work locations and the stable. Not an easy task. So they knew some home sacrifices would need to be made. We were all up for the challenge. Chavi… Read More »

January 21, 2019

Seattle Home Buyer Stories: Jackie and Mike

Jackie and Mike have dubbed their 10-acre homestead in Monroe Ponderosa. They were able to work up to owning this property by investing wisely over the years, but the impetus to move out there came from something really scary. Jackie was diagnosed with and breast cancer. The reevaluation that followed made her and Mike wonder, “What are we doing here?” Making the Move to Monroe They were living in Fremont, a neighborhood they had loved for many years. But when the bustle and noise of nightlife was no longer attractive to them, they envisioned a home with acreage and space to make magic happen in their own crazy fun way. We first met these fab folks when we sold them a cute basic rental home in Haller Lake. We were able to help make their Monroe magic dreams come true after selling both their Fremont home and the rental for… Read More »

January 21, 2019

Diva Dweller Profile: Hollie and Dave

We have know Hollie and Dave for over almost 7 years and in that time they have long since stopped being clients and have become friends. We have helped them buy and sell seven homes from Leschi to Queen Anne and from Seattle to Ellensburg. And this last one may just be their “forever” view home in West Seattle. They have honed their instincts over time, which means there has not been one bad investment in this mix. Finding Their “Forever” Home When Hollie first saw the photos of their current home on Redfin, they weren’t exactly attention-grabbing. But being the detail oriented gal she is, something in the marketing remarks made her stop and take notice. And once she did, my phone started ringing. All she had to say was “I think this is the one” and Chavi and I were in the car. Hollie and Dave had been… Read More »

May 10, 2018

Just Listed Just Sold – Stylish Ballard Home

We Just Listed and Just Sold this Stylish Ballard Home on Dibble Ave NW.  This home shows how our sellers are killing it in this market when they have #DivaDifference on their side. We sold this home in 6 days for $215,000 over asking! How did we do it?  By advising our clients to fix what’s broken and make it beautiful we are able to market the heck out of the home and “voilà” – magic. Without a doubt, our sellers, Kellie & Jonathan, had done an amazing job designing and remodeling this home. And it is clear the details of this remodel made many buyers’ hearts go pitter patter. Before listing the home we Divas stepped in to make sure every minor detail was completed inside and out. Then we had this home staged to perfection by the team at Open House Staging. They loved the remodel so much they even… 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 »

November 1, 2017

The Betsy Ross – It is All About the Details

The Betsy Ross is a majestic building on 17th Ave tucked between Capitol Hill and the Central District. Rarely, does anything come on the market in the building. And to top it off our sellers have some of the most sophisticated design sense that has transformed this modest condo into a posh European style home. Let’s Discover Why Living at the Betsy Ross is Transformative It is all about the details. All of the little nooks, crannies, built-ins, and coves that make this home one of the most sophisticated finds of the year. The Kitchen This small but mighty amazing kitchen has been updated within keeping with the original character. The part that makes our heart glow is the perfect little kitchen eating nook overlooking the private patio. Not to mention the transformed ironing board hiding spot – now the keeper of fabulous stemware and Moscow Mule mugs. Imagine how wonderful your… Read More »

October 20, 2017

Diva Las Vegas – Team Diva’s Highlights From GenBlue 2017

GenBlue 2017 Highlights Today we pack up and head home (or on vacation) with the fresh memories of our amazing time at GenBlue in Las Vegas. First big shoutout to Michael who held down the fort at the DivaHQ while we were gone. The number of plates he kept up in the air was spectacular. Below are a few of the highlights that the Team felt blessed to be a part of this last week at GenBlue 2017 in Las Vegas. GenBlue Gives Back It was an odd time to be in Las Vegas, so shortly after the horrific mass shooting earlier this month. Add to that the natural disasters that have stricken North America, from hurricanes to wildfires, and things could have been understandably somber. But rather than feeling helpless, we felt empowered to give back through the GenBlue Gives Back campaign. 100 percent of donations benefit the Realogy… Read More »

September 16, 2017

Just Listed Just Sold | The Historic Amalfi Co-Op

Just Listed Just Sold | The Historic Amalfi Co-Op   Yes – we Divas “Just Listed and Just Sold” another stunner of a home in The Historic Amalfi Co-Op. The #DivaDifference strikes again. We sold this home in 7 days for 18% over asking. How you ask? Our three step plan to success: fix what’s broke, make it beautiful, and market the heck out of the home – aka The Diva Difference. This adventure started way back in 2016 when our #DivaDweller, Jennifer, decided to sell both of her top floor units at the Amalfi. She purchased them separately but then converted them to one big penthouse palace. Which meant this co-op unit was sans kitchen. Since the south corner home, unit #5 was pretty much ready to go, we were able to quickly spiff and stage that co-op and sell it easily last fall. Once 2017 rolled around – it… Read More »