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Tip #62: Best Home Security Features for Peace of Mind

By Laura Sinclair | Jun 5, 2023

If you’re a first-time homebuyer or you’ve owned your home for years, knowing the best home security features will give you peace of mind. So, let’s look at a list of the best home security features that can provide you with increased peace of mind: Remember, the specific security features you choose will depend on…

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Tip #61: Should We Buy a Condo or a House?

By Laura Sinclair | Jun 3, 2023

As a real estate agent, new clients frequently ask me: “Should we buy a condo or a house? Which is the best investment for us during these uncertain times?” My response is: “The best type of real estate investment depends on numerous factors that aren’t solely confined to the choice between a condo or a…

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Tip #60: Decoding the Real Estate Jargon: Your Guide to Housing Market Terms and Trends in Western Washington

By Laura Sinclair | May 30, 2023

Real estate terms, housing market terms and trends in Western Washington are the topics for our blog today. Buying a home can often feel like learning a new language, especially if it’s your first time delving into the real estate world. From MLS to HOA, contingency clauses to closing costs, real estate comes with its…

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Tip #59: How to Find the Right Real Estate Agent to Ensure Peace of Mind When Buying a Home

By Laura Sinclair | May 28, 2023

The challenge is to find the right real estate agent to ensure your peace of mind. Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you’ll ever make, and it’s also a journey fraught with uncertainties. It requires careful planning, meticulous research, and, most importantly, the guidance of a professional real estate agent who…

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Tip #58: Doubting Your Decision After Making an Offer on a Home?

By Laura Sinclair | May 27, 2023

Purchasing a home is a significant financial commitment, so it’s quite common for buyers to feel nervous or scared, especially if they are first-time homebuyers. Here are some strategies that might help reassure your clients and guide them through this process. NOTE FROM LAURA SINCLAIR: For a Four-part video series about this topic, you can…

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Tip #57: Five facts and good practices to consider when buying a home in these uncertain times

By Laura Sinclair | May 26, 2023

Let’s face it, buying a home in these uncertain times means working with a realtor who knows the market, the neighborhood, the lender, and the inventory. You want to make an intelligent decision. I have five facts for you to consider. Limited inventory: Depending on your location, there may be a limited number of homes…

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Tip 56: First-Time Homebuyer’s Market

By Laura Sinclair | May 25, 2023

The first-time homebuyer’s market is booming. There are a lot of first-time homebuyers entering the market. Interest rates are changing and we’re fully aware of that. But there are a decent amount of homes out there that will be able to fit within your budget. To see Laura from Laura Sinclair Homes deliver this message…

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Tip #55: Is It Worth It to Invest in Outdoor Furniture When Trying to Sell Your Home?

By Laura Sinclair | May 24, 2023

Are you looking at your backyard or deck right now and wondering if you should invest in outdoor furniture? You want to sell your home, and you know how much you and all your friends have enjoyed your backyard barbecues. But will a potential homebuyer appreciate that you invested a lot in the outdoor furniture…

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Tip #54: Top 5 Priorities for Improving Your Home’s Exterior Before Listing It

By Laura Sinclair | May 22, 2023

Are you looking for ways of improving your home’s exterior before listing it? In this blog post, we’ll discuss the top 5 priorities to focus on when enhancing the street appeal of the home you want to sell. Selling a home can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not sure where to start. One…

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