Preparing for a Home Appraisal: What Pierce County Sellers Should Know

Preparing for a Home Appraisal: What Pierce County Sellers Should Know   After accepting an offer, many home sales include an appraisal contingency. For sellers, the appraisal can feel stressful because it plays an important role in the buyer's financing approval. Fortunately, understanding the appr

Five Pricing Mistakes That Can Cost Tacoma Home Sellers Thousands

Five Pricing Mistakes That Can Cost Tacoma Home Sellers Thousands   Pricing is one of the most important decisions a homeowner makes when selling a property. Even in a healthy market, incorrect pricing can reduce buyer activity and ultimately result in a lower selling price. Here are five of the mos

Why Well-Priced Homes Still Sell Quickly in Tacoma's Changing Market

Why Well-Priced Homes Still Sell Quickly in Tacoma's Changing Market   For many homeowners, headlines about rising inventory or changing market conditions create uncertainty about selling. While it's true that today's market is more balanced than it was a few years ago, one thing hasn't changed: hom

Why Local Real Estate Expertise Still Beats Automated Home Valuations (AVMs)

Why Local Real Estate Expertise Still Beats Automated Home Valuations (AVMs) If you've ever searched your home's address online, you've probably seen an instant estimate of what it's might be worth. Automated Valuation Models—commonly called AVMs—have become increasingly sophisticated. They analyze