Bainbridge Living: Housing Market, News, Things to Do

New Agent Spotlight: Ashley Mathews

We’re excited to highlight our new Broker, Ashley Mathews. Highly involved in our community, Ashley is passionate about helping people. She has a background in marketing and a range of industry experiences. Read on to find out more! What unique professional skills do you possess that enhance your abilities as a realtor? I started working […]

Home Sale Contingent Offer – Pros and Cons

There are a lot of specific terms used in real estate, and you may wonder what a home sale contingent offer is. Who does it affect and what are the advantages and disadvantages? We’re here to provide you with the information you need. A Home Sale Contingent Offer Offers typically come with contingencies such as […]

Selling in Winter: 4 Reasons Why It’s a Good Time to Sell

Selling in winter may not seem optimal but there are actually some important advantages to consider, especially given our current market. Here are four reasons why now may be the right time for you to sell. 1. Demand is High and Supply is Low There are many anxious buyers who want to move to our […]

Start the New Year Off Right With These Fun Activities

Each new year brings hope and the chance to start fresh. Here are some activities to help you feel rejuvenated and more connected to this incredible place we call home. New Year, New View We all get caught up in our daily lives and sometimes we take this gorgeous area for granted. Grab your coat […]

Patti Shannon: Real Estate Expert & Soon-to-be Retiree!

Patti Shannon has helped hundreds of families buy and sell homes, and she’s been a tremendous asset to our Windermere Bainbridge team. She’s now ready to retire, so we wanted to celebrate her incredible career and share some of her valuable insights. We recently connected with her and we love what she had to say […]

Everything You Need to Know about Title Insurance

Title insurance is a policy that protects you from potential problems when acquiring real estate. When you buy real estate, you’re also buying all of the assets and liabilities associated with that property. So title insurance protects you from any past title problems. Some of these problems can include forgery, fraud, liens, and prior mistakes […]

The Suquamish Museum: Honoring Traditions

Images courtesy of the Suquamish Museum. In honor of Native American Heritage Month and in recognition of the Suquamish Tribe today and every day, we’re highlighting an incredible local attraction and resource: Suquamish Museum. The Suquamish Tribe has lived here for centuries, long before settlers arrived. Their history is scattered across this region, and locals […]

Local Holiday Events You Can Safely Enjoy This Year

While the holidays will look different this year due to the pandemic, there are still many ways to safely enjoy them. We’ve compiled a list of local holiday events. Please note that at the time of publication, all of these events were scheduled to occur. But due to the situation with COVID-19, it’s important to […]

Why You Should Stage Your Home in a Seller’s Market

We have a strong seller’s market, which means it’s an excellent time to sell your home. Inventory remains low and there are many anxious buyers wanting to move out of crowded cities to a beautiful place like Bainbridge Island. In our third quarter, our closed sales were up by 46% year-over-year. But just because our […]

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