Real Estate - Keeping it Simple Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:51:54 -0400 http://www.raydove.com en-us © 2026 Real Estate - Keeping it Simple yes 21111709-3e6a-5dd9-bd0a-f13f3ad2be79 Ray Dove episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Real estate, homes, buying real estate, selling real estate Ray Dove https://storage.buzzsprout.com/1ogo3dd3tuh32o3b9jt48aq3tmc8?.jpg Real Estate - Keeping it Simple http://www.raydove.com May 2026 NWMLS Real estate acivity (Homes and Condos) May 2026 NWMLS Real estate acivity (Homes and Condos) Yes, we are seeing a small increase of inventory, historically we see more inventory in the summner months so we will see if that trend continues this year. I have heard of a few multiple offer situations with homes selling for over their asking price but 98% of all homes are staying on the market over 90+ days - Great time to be a buyer!

]]> Yes, we are seeing a small increase of inventory, historically we see more inventory in the summner months so we will see if that trend continues this year. I have heard of a few multiple offer situations with homes selling for over their asking price but 98% of all homes are staying on the market over 90+ days - Great time to be a buyer!

]]> Buzzsprout-19344667 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0700 547 full false Real Estate activity for April 2026 from our NWMLS! Real Estate activity for April 2026 from our NWMLS! Yes, we are seeing a little more inventory on the market (about 3 months of inventory) but still not a "balanced" market. Condominums are remaining on the market longer in all 3 counties (King, Snohomish, and Pierce). Average market times for all residential properties is close to 90 days, with several longer and a few selling in less than a week.

]]> Yes, we are seeing a little more inventory on the market (about 3 months of inventory) but still not a "balanced" market. Condominums are remaining on the market longer in all 3 counties (King, Snohomish, and Pierce). Average market times for all residential properties is close to 90 days, with several longer and a few selling in less than a week.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-19159471 Mon, 11 May 2026 13:00:00 -0700 542 full false Real estate activity for March 2026 from the NWMLS Real estate activity for March 2026 from the NWMLS We have seen an uptick on homes/condos coming on the market but the sales have not followed. The inventory still remains low at about 2 months of inventory in ALL 3 counties. We are also seeing longer times on the marekt and prices holding steady

]]> We have seen an uptick on homes/condos coming on the market but the sales have not followed. The inventory still remains low at about 2 months of inventory in ALL 3 counties. We are also seeing longer times on the marekt and prices holding steady

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-18979456 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0700 412 full false February 2026 real estate activity from our NWMLS! Inventory is increasing.. February 2026 real estate activity from our NWMLS! Inventory is increasing.. ...could be a great time to be a home buyer! Keep in mind that we are seeing some homes and condos sell in less than a week so get loan apporval and be ready for competition when you make your offers

]]> ...could be a great time to be a home buyer! Keep in mind that we are seeing some homes and condos sell in less than a week so get loan apporval and be ready for competition when you make your offers

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-18810925 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0700 451 full false New real estate Rules, Disclosures and Buying and Selling Forms coming our way in 2026! New real estate Rules, Disclosures and Buying and Selling Forms coming our way in 2026! One of the latest rules is the FinCen Reporting Rule, and it goes into effect on March 1, 2026. 

1) As a buyer you will be asked about the "entity" you represent - Partnership, LLC, or Trust. 

2) You will need to confirm, should you be obtaining financing with a lender, if the lender has an AML program (Anti-Money Laundering) with an obligation to file a SARS

3) As a buyer you will need to confirm your Beneficial ownership information and your payment sources with your bank details.

The transaction MUST be reported if:

1) Property is residential real estate including condos, townhomes, entire apartment buildings designed for 1-4 family units, co-ops and vacant land intended for 1-4 family unit structures

2) The transfer is non-financed (e.g All cash AND where a lender does not have an anti-money laundering program (AML)

3) If the buyer is a legal entity or a trust

4) NO exemption applies although there are "some common exemptions" - please reach out to me for more details.


** Failure to comply may result in civil and criminal penalties, including imprisonment**

 

As real estate agents we MUST be proactive to avoid delays in the buying process as well as to protect you, as our clients, so you are not shocked when your real estate agent and/or escrow company asks for this information.





]]> One of the latest rules is the FinCen Reporting Rule, and it goes into effect on March 1, 2026. 

1) As a buyer you will be asked about the "entity" you represent - Partnership, LLC, or Trust. 

2) You will need to confirm, should you be obtaining financing with a lender, if the lender has an AML program (Anti-Money Laundering) with an obligation to file a SARS

3) As a buyer you will need to confirm your Beneficial ownership information and your payment sources with your bank details.

The transaction MUST be reported if:

1) Property is residential real estate including condos, townhomes, entire apartment buildings designed for 1-4 family units, co-ops and vacant land intended for 1-4 family unit structures

2) The transfer is non-financed (e.g All cash AND where a lender does not have an anti-money laundering program (AML)

3) If the buyer is a legal entity or a trust

4) NO exemption applies although there are "some common exemptions" - please reach out to me for more details.


** Failure to comply may result in civil and criminal penalties, including imprisonment**

 

As real estate agents we MUST be proactive to avoid delays in the buying process as well as to protect you, as our clients, so you are not shocked when your real estate agent and/or escrow company asks for this information.





]]> Buzzsprout-18708115 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0800 439 full false Real estate acitvity for Jan 2026 from our NWMLS! Real estate acitvity for Jan 2026 from our NWMLS! Surprise, surprise...we have seen a BIG increase of homes still on the market as we went up to 3.4 months of inventory where last month (Dec 2025) we were at only 2 months of inventory. Yes homes are staying on the market longer, we are seeing home mortage interest rates BELOW 6% 30 year fixed and we are still seeing some homes selling in less than a week. 

]]> Surprise, surprise...we have seen a BIG increase of homes still on the market as we went up to 3.4 months of inventory where last month (Dec 2025) we were at only 2 months of inventory. Yes homes are staying on the market longer, we are seeing home mortage interest rates BELOW 6% 30 year fixed and we are still seeing some homes selling in less than a week. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-18641549 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0800 627 full false December 2025 NWMLS real estate For sale and Sold in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties of Washington Happy New Year! December 2025 NWMLS real estate For sale and Sold in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties of Washington Happy New Year! New listings and sales dipped in December as we are again are seeing 2 months or less in inventory of homes and codominiums. With the possibilty of lower interest rates we could see a very busy and robust Spring market for both buyers and sellers

]]> New listings and sales dipped in December as we are again are seeing 2 months or less in inventory of homes and codominiums. With the possibilty of lower interest rates we could see a very busy and robust Spring market for both buyers and sellers

]]> Buzzsprout-18476399 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0800 627 full false November 2025 NWMLS real estate For sale and Sold in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties of Washington. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! November 2025 NWMLS real estate For sale and Sold in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties of Washington. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Interesting trend of home/condos going on the market as we saw a decline of almost 50% from the month of October 2025 in November ,in all counties. December appears to be trending the same way with fewer homes going on the market than November 2025. Hopefully the new year will being us a more stable real estate market with lower interest rates

]]> Interesting trend of home/condos going on the market as we saw a decline of almost 50% from the month of October 2025 in November ,in all counties. December appears to be trending the same way with fewer homes going on the market than November 2025. Hopefully the new year will being us a more stable real estate market with lower interest rates

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-18326969 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0800 569 full false October 2025 NWMLS real estate activity October 2025 NWMLS real estate activity Market has slowed down, inventory has gone down as well. With lower interest rates and eager sellers this is a good time to put buying a home on your Christmas wish list!

]]> Market has slowed down, inventory has gone down as well. With lower interest rates and eager sellers this is a good time to put buying a home on your Christmas wish list!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-18152297 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0800 824 full false Here you go! Real estate activity from the NWMLS for Sept 2025 Here you go! Real estate activity from the NWMLS for Sept 2025 Homes and condominiums (New and Resale) For sale, Pending, and Sold for September 2025 in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties in Washington. As you will hear in my Podcast, YES homes are selling and YES inventory has climbed a little - Lots of buying and selling opportunities . Let's chat and see how we can find a success path to buying or selling a home.

]]> Homes and condominiums (New and Resale) For sale, Pending, and Sold for September 2025 in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties in Washington. As you will hear in my Podcast, YES homes are selling and YES inventory has climbed a little - Lots of buying and selling opportunities . Let's chat and see how we can find a success path to buying or selling a home.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-17979418 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0700 433 full false Here is the Aug 2025 NWMLS real estate activity Here is the Aug 2025 NWMLS real estate activity Yes, interest rates have gone down with some rate being just under 6% 30 year fixed rate and with that we are seeing more buyers in the market and some homes selling in less than a week. Yes, we are alos seeing a msall uptcik of homes on the market but still right around 2 months of inventory. 

]]> Yes, interest rates have gone down with some rate being just under 6% 30 year fixed rate and with that we are seeing more buyers in the market and some homes selling in less than a week. Yes, we are alos seeing a msall uptcik of homes on the market but still right around 2 months of inventory. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-17857396 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0700 646 full false July 2025 NWMLS real estate For sale and Sold in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties of Washington July 2025 NWMLS real estate For sale and Sold in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties of Washington The latest real estate activity for homes and condominiums from NWMLS for the month of July 2025. Yes inventory has increased, a little, in all counties however we are still seeing many sales. With more buyer choices available it is a better time to buy then a year ago. As a seller, it is suggested that you get your home ready and priced correctly as if you do not your home may sit idle for a few months before it is sold. 

Feel free to reach out to me should you seek advice from someone that has been a full time Realtor since 1978 - Experience and expertise that you can trust

]]> The latest real estate activity for homes and condominiums from NWMLS for the month of July 2025. Yes inventory has increased, a little, in all counties however we are still seeing many sales. With more buyer choices available it is a better time to buy then a year ago. As a seller, it is suggested that you get your home ready and priced correctly as if you do not your home may sit idle for a few months before it is sold. 

Feel free to reach out to me should you seek advice from someone that has been a full time Realtor since 1978 - Experience and expertise that you can trust

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-17638848 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0700 548 full false June 2025 NWMLS real estate activity - For sale and sold! June 2025 NWMLS real estate activity - For sale and sold! Yes, inventory has increased but just a little as homes continue to sell, with some selling in less than a week and some taking longer. Summer months typically are slower so we will be watching how the market trends thru July and August. Make it a GREAT summer!

]]> Yes, inventory has increased but just a little as homes continue to sell, with some selling in less than a week and some taking longer. Summer months typically are slower so we will be watching how the market trends thru July and August. Make it a GREAT summer!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-17480732 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0700 499 full false May 2025 NWMLS real estate activity and Buyer Broker Agreements. May 2025 NWMLS real estate activity and Buyer Broker Agreements. As I have mentioned before, the real estate inventory is creeping up yet it is still way below a "normal" inventory market. To be considered a normal and stabilized market for both buyers and sellers we would need to have 4 to 8 months of inventory. In also included my thoughts on buyers trying to renegotiate their buyer broker services agreement with their Realtor/real estate agent on the day of making a formal offer on a home.

]]> As I have mentioned before, the real estate inventory is creeping up yet it is still way below a "normal" inventory market. To be considered a normal and stabilized market for both buyers and sellers we would need to have 4 to 8 months of inventory. In also included my thoughts on buyers trying to renegotiate their buyer broker services agreement with their Realtor/real estate agent on the day of making a formal offer on a home.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-17321368 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0700 754 full false Latest real estate activity for April 2025 from our NWMLS - Homes are selling! The Spring market is here! Latest real estate activity for April 2025 from our NWMLS - Homes are selling! The Spring market is here! We are seeing more homes come on the market and with those for sale we are seeing homes selling, some selling for over their asking prices!

]]> We are seeing more homes come on the market and with those for sale we are seeing homes selling, some selling for over their asking prices!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-17126462 Tue, 13 May 2025 09:00:00 -0700 430 full false Latest real estate activity for March 2025 from our NWMLS - Homes are selling! Latest real estate activity for March 2025 from our NWMLS - Homes are selling! Yes, home loan interest rates are edging downward! Appears to be a strong Spring market with some homes selling over their asking price

]]> Yes, home loan interest rates are edging downward! Appears to be a strong Spring market with some homes selling over their asking price

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-16922059 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0700 454 full false The latest real estate activity from our NWMLS for February 2025 The latest real estate activity from our NWMLS for February 2025 We are headed into our Spring market and are seeing a little more inventory, but not really, as homes are selliing, especially if they are priced accordingly. Yes, interest rates are edging downward and if they continue to do so we will see more buyer activity and if we do get more buyer activity with our current inventory of homes we will start seeing multiple offers and rising home prices.

]]> We are headed into our Spring market and are seeing a little more inventory, but not really, as homes are selliing, especially if they are priced accordingly. Yes, interest rates are edging downward and if they continue to do so we will see more buyer activity and if we do get more buyer activity with our current inventory of homes we will start seeing multiple offers and rising home prices.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-16756799 Sat, 08 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0800 447 full false Sales activity for Jan 2025 from out NWMLS! Sales activity for Jan 2025 from out NWMLS! As well as some added thoughts on getting approved for financing if you are serious about looking for a home, as a buyer, and getting your home ready to sell if you are a seller. Thanks for listening!

]]> As well as some added thoughts on getting approved for financing if you are serious about looking for a home, as a buyer, and getting your home ready to sell if you are a seller. Thanks for listening!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-16604246 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0800 622 full false Hot off the Press! Real estate activity report from the NWMLS-December 2024 - for King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties in Washington. Hot off the Press! Real estate activity report from the NWMLS-December 2024 - for King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties in Washington. As expected, lower inventory in the month of December and likely attributed to the earlier wind storm and the holiday season. The Spring market will provide us with better information on how the 2025 real estate market will trend for these three counties in Washington State.

]]> As expected, lower inventory in the month of December and likely attributed to the earlier wind storm and the holiday season. The Spring market will provide us with better information on how the 2025 real estate market will trend for these three counties in Washington State.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-16415901 Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0800 391 full false Hot off the Press! Real estate activity report from the NWMLS-November 2024 - for King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties in Washington. Hot off the Press! Real estate activity report from the NWMLS-November 2024 - for King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties in Washington. Our inventory has dipped again and am seeing even less inventory in Decmember. If we get lower home loan interest rates in the 1st quarter of 2025 we will see increased buyer traffic as well as increased home prices.

]]> Our inventory has dipped again and am seeing even less inventory in Decmember. If we get lower home loan interest rates in the 1st quarter of 2025 we will see increased buyer traffic as well as increased home prices.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-16248517 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0800 442 full false October 2024 NWMLS Real Estate Activity PLUS thoughts on Buying and Selling October 2024 NWMLS Real Estate Activity PLUS thoughts on Buying and Selling I added some thoughts on how to get ready to start your home search and some things to do to get your home ready to sell if you are a seller. I am also suggesting that you do the research as a buyer and seller to make sure that the information provided by the seller to the buyer is true and correct as the sellers have an obligation to represent their home with reliable and accurate information.

]]> I added some thoughts on how to get ready to start your home search and some things to do to get your home ready to sell if you are a seller. I am also suggesting that you do the research as a buyer and seller to make sure that the information provided by the seller to the buyer is true and correct as the sellers have an obligation to represent their home with reliable and accurate information.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-16087922 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0800 1021 full false The NWMLS Sept 2024 real estate activity report! The NWMLS Sept 2024 real estate activity report! Good news for buyers - inventory has increased this past month, yet good homes are still selling qucikly. We are seeing some price adjustmenst as well and those new prices are making those homes very attractive. Good time to be a buyer and YES still a good time to be a seller. 

]]> Good news for buyers - inventory has increased this past month, yet good homes are still selling qucikly. We are seeing some price adjustmenst as well and those new prices are making those homes very attractive. Good time to be a buyer and YES still a good time to be a seller. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15883058 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0700 716 full false The Latest NWMLS real estate activity report for Aug 2024 - Seattle area The Latest NWMLS real estate activity report for Aug 2024 - Seattle area Even with interest rates slowly going down we are seeing an increase in inventory, and adjusted asking prices, yet homes are still selling. I belive that this fall we will see more buyer activity and inventory decreasing due to lower interest rates.  Have also included in this Podcast some thoughts on VA and FHA assumable loans and my thoughts on getting your home ready to sell to maximize your selling price.

]]> Even with interest rates slowly going down we are seeing an increase in inventory, and adjusted asking prices, yet homes are still selling. I belive that this fall we will see more buyer activity and inventory decreasing due to lower interest rates.  Have also included in this Podcast some thoughts on VA and FHA assumable loans and my thoughts on getting your home ready to sell to maximize your selling price.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15712088 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0700 1029 full false Real estate sales activity for July 2024 from the NWMLS Real estate sales activity for July 2024 from the NWMLS We are seeing a bump in inventory, not much, yet if interest rates continue to move downward the inventory is likely to decrease with increased buyer activity. We are seeing, in some markets, multiple offers and homes selling over their asking prices.

]]> We are seeing a bump in inventory, not much, yet if interest rates continue to move downward the inventory is likely to decrease with increased buyer activity. We are seeing, in some markets, multiple offers and homes selling over their asking prices.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15562009 Sat, 10 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0700 565 full false Monthly Real estate Activity report for June 2024 from the NWMLS Monthly Real estate Activity report for June 2024 from the NWMLS Seeing a bump in inventory yet several properties are selling with multiple offers, even with rising interest rates.

]]> Seeing a bump in inventory yet several properties are selling with multiple offers, even with rising interest rates.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15400439 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0700 384 full false What is the value of a Buyer Broker? Why work with one? What is the value of a Buyer Broker? Why work with one? A few examples of why good buyer brokers are worth every penny you spend on having them represent you as those good brokers do far more than "just" opening a door for you. Their value is way beyond showing you homes!

]]> A few examples of why good buyer brokers are worth every penny you spend on having them represent you as those good brokers do far more than "just" opening a door for you. Their value is way beyond showing you homes!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15382436 Mon, 08 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0700 1450 full false Our NWMLS real estate activity report for May 2024 - Hot off the Press! Our NWMLS real estate activity report for May 2024 - Hot off the Press! Starting to see a little more inventory to select from yet good homes that are priced well are selling in less than a week. Interest rates are down to 7% 30 year fixed this week.

]]> Starting to see a little more inventory to select from yet good homes that are priced well are selling in less than a week. Interest rates are down to 7% 30 year fixed this week.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15228159 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0700 389 full false NWMLS - NAR Settlement and our NWMLS and their position to the NAR settlement NWMLS - NAR Settlement and our NWMLS and their position to the NAR settlement This Podcast includes a letter sent to ALL NWMLS members in Washington State so I  decided to share that letter with you so that you had "real" information instead of how the media spins things. If you would like more information feel free to reach out to me.

]]> This Podcast includes a letter sent to ALL NWMLS members in Washington State so I  decided to share that letter with you so that you had "real" information instead of how the media spins things. If you would like more information feel free to reach out to me.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15166914 Thu, 30 May 2024 15:00:00 -0700 793 full false Selling your parents home, Proper etiquette when attending an Open House and visting homes , and opportunities to assume VA or FHA loans Selling your parents home, Proper etiquette when attending an Open House and visting homes , and opportunities to assume VA or FHA loans Some advice andon the ideal steps to take to either sell your parents home and/or to help your aprents downsize to a smaller home or move to a 55+ neighborhood. 

We are starting to see homes come on the market that have VA and FHA assumable loans, so do not overlook them as they might be a good opportunity for you to assume at their low interest rates,.

Lnd lastly - the  proper etiquette for visiting open houses and/or visiting a home with your buyers agent

]]> Some advice andon the ideal steps to take to either sell your parents home and/or to help your aprents downsize to a smaller home or move to a 55+ neighborhood. 

We are starting to see homes come on the market that have VA and FHA assumable loans, so do not overlook them as they might be a good opportunity for you to assume at their low interest rates,.

Lnd lastly - the  proper etiquette for visiting open houses and/or visiting a home with your buyers agent

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15119376 Wed, 22 May 2024 13:00:00 -0700 1054 full false Our MLS (NWMLS) real estate activity for April 2024! Our MLS (NWMLS) real estate activity for April 2024! Again, homes are selling and prices continue to go up, yet we still have very low inventory!

]]> Again, homes are selling and prices continue to go up, yet we still have very low inventory!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-15035858 Wed, 08 May 2024 13:00:00 -0700 779 full false March 2024 NWMLS Activity Plus Buyer Broker Agreements and the Spring Market March 2024 NWMLS Activity Plus Buyer Broker Agreements and the Spring Market Yes, the Spring real estate market is underway, seeing a few more properties come on the market, yet even with higher interest rates homes are still going up in value and selling quickly

]]> Yes, the Spring real estate market is underway, seeing a few more properties come on the market, yet even with higher interest rates homes are still going up in value and selling quickly

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-14894496 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0700 883 full false Buyer Broker Services Agreement - State of Washington effective Jan 1 2024 Buyer Broker Services Agreement - State of Washington effective Jan 1 2024 As we go forward and tranistion to the new state law I wanted to share my insights on the obligations of buyers agents  as they represent buyers, as it pertains to the new law. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

]]> As we go forward and tranistion to the new state law I wanted to share my insights on the obligations of buyers agents  as they represent buyers, as it pertains to the new law. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-14649205 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:00:00 -0800 998 full false Feb 2024 Sales activity from our NWMLS - LOW, LOW, LOW Inventory! Feb 2024 Sales activity from our NWMLS - LOW, LOW, LOW Inventory! Yes, even with low inventory we are seeing homes sale, with some homes getting multiple offers. 

]]> Yes, even with low inventory we are seeing homes sale, with some homes getting multiple offers. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-14648871 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0800 536 full false Jan 2024 NWMLS sales activity, Market Trends and Buyer Broker Services Agreement Jan 2024 NWMLS sales activity, Market Trends and Buyer Broker Services Agreement Yes, we continue to struggle with very low inventory, yet buyers are looking and buying homes with a few homes being sold after receiving multiple offers. If we see any interest rate reductions I think the market will get busier with more buyer activity and the inventory will contuinue to shrink as all indications are that we will not see any increase in any inventory for the next few years

]]> Yes, we continue to struggle with very low inventory, yet buyers are looking and buying homes with a few homes being sold after receiving multiple offers. If we see any interest rate reductions I think the market will get busier with more buyer activity and the inventory will contuinue to shrink as all indications are that we will not see any increase in any inventory for the next few years

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-14475159 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0800 867 full false Mortgage rates and the local real estate market - with Laurie Ausmus at Washington First Mortgage Loan Corp Mortgage rates and the local real estate market - with Laurie Ausmus at Washington First Mortgage Loan Corp What is going on with the mortgage rates? What does it look like for interest rates in the near future? Are there and loan programs that are appealing to buyers? Is this a good time to buy or sell? 

]]> What is going on with the mortgage rates? What does it look like for interest rates in the near future? Are there and loan programs that are appealing to buyers? Is this a good time to buy or sell? 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-14389472 Sat, 27 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0800 1419 full false Dec 2023 NWMLS Real estate activity stats and the NEW Buyer broker agreements Dec 2023 NWMLS Real estate activity stats and the NEW Buyer broker agreements Happy New Year! December was another month of continued low inventory, the only real highlight was that interest rates had fallen to the low 6% which helped with increased sales. I believe that rates will fall to the mid 5's by the spring of 2024. As a reminder, Jan 1 2024 ALL buyers MUST sign the new state approved Buyer Broker Service Agreement.  Thinking of selling? Get your home prepared to sell. If you are looking to buy a home then get pre-approved for financing. I expect a busy 1st quarter for 2024 with good homes selling quickly

]]> Happy New Year! December was another month of continued low inventory, the only real highlight was that interest rates had fallen to the low 6% which helped with increased sales. I believe that rates will fall to the mid 5's by the spring of 2024. As a reminder, Jan 1 2024 ALL buyers MUST sign the new state approved Buyer Broker Service Agreement.  Thinking of selling? Get your home prepared to sell. If you are looking to buy a home then get pre-approved for financing. I expect a busy 1st quarter for 2024 with good homes selling quickly

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-14273319 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -0800 755 full false Nov 2023 NWMLS Stats and New NWMLS rules on buyers representation and buyer compensation to real estate brokers Nov 2023 NWMLS Stats and New NWMLS rules on buyers representation and buyer compensation to real estate brokers Yes, interest rates continue to go down, and Yes home are selling!

Starting Jan 2024 there will be new rules on buyer representation, written contracts,  that will include how the buyer broker will be compensated, either from the seller(s) or the buyer(s).

]]> Yes, interest rates continue to go down, and Yes home are selling!

Starting Jan 2024 there will be new rules on buyer representation, written contracts,  that will include how the buyer broker will be compensated, either from the seller(s) or the buyer(s).

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-14128603 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0800 755 full false Oct 2023 NWMLS Sales Report and more thoughts on the current real estate market Oct 2023 NWMLS Sales Report and more thoughts on the current real estate market YES, homes are still selling, YES buyers are looking and YES interest rates have gone down for the last 2 weeks. - There are lots of great homes to buy!

]]> YES, homes are still selling, YES buyers are looking and YES interest rates have gone down for the last 2 weeks. - There are lots of great homes to buy!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-13986064 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0800 731 full false Market Activity from our NWMLS for Sept 2023 and New laws on Agency and Agent/Broker compensation starting January 2024. Market Activity from our NWMLS for Sept 2023 and New laws on Agency and Agent/Broker compensation starting January 2024. Yes, the market is still very active with lots of buyer interest in "good" homes (homes in good condition and preiced according to current market valuations) even with higher interest rates. We also have new state laws taking place effective January 2024, have a discussion with your real estate Agent/Broker about the changes as this will affect BOTH Buyers and Sellers.  

]]> Yes, the market is still very active with lots of buyer interest in "good" homes (homes in good condition and preiced according to current market valuations) even with higher interest rates. We also have new state laws taking place effective January 2024, have a discussion with your real estate Agent/Broker about the changes as this will affect BOTH Buyers and Sellers.  

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-13753867 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0700 697 full false The latest sales activity from the NWMLS for Aug 2023 The latest sales activity from the NWMLS for Aug 2023 Consisten theme, no inventory, higher interest rates and yet buyers are active and buying. A good time to sell! 

]]> Consisten theme, no inventory, higher interest rates and yet buyers are active and buying. A good time to sell! 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-13622015 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0700 583 full false My challenges with a couple of home sales recently - My suggestions to help you avoid potential pitfalls of your real estate transaction My challenges with a couple of home sales recently - My suggestions to help you avoid potential pitfalls of your real estate transaction Ranting somewhat but what I discuss today is very valid on how real estate transactions can go sideways and fall apart. The best offense is to have a good defense, meaning get your home ready to sell and have full transparency to all parties and you will likely have a very satisfactory and successful transaction. 

]]> Ranting somewhat but what I discuss today is very valid on how real estate transactions can go sideways and fall apart. The best offense is to have a good defense, meaning get your home ready to sell and have full transparency to all parties and you will likely have a very satisfactory and successful transaction. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-13424969 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0700 1183 full false Hot off The Press - July 2023 NWMLS real estate acivity Hot off The Press - July 2023 NWMLS real estate acivity Also some thoughts on building inspections and home improvement suggestions

]]> Also some thoughts on building inspections and home improvement suggestions

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-13371185 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0700 699 full false HOT Off the Press!! - NWMLS Homes stats for June 2023 HOT Off the Press!! - NWMLS Homes stats for June 2023 As we continue to work with the challenges of VERY low inventory we are still seeing homes sell as well as home prices remaining clsoe to their values for a year ago. 

Great time to be a buyer!

]]> As we continue to work with the challenges of VERY low inventory we are still seeing homes sell as well as home prices remaining clsoe to their values for a year ago. 

Great time to be a buyer!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-13204514 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0700 448 full false May 2023 NWMLS Market Update - Hot Off the Press! May 2023 NWMLS Market Update - Hot Off the Press! Low, Low, Low inventory yet what is on the market is selling for 30 days or less, depending on certain market areas. 

]]> Low, Low, Low inventory yet what is on the market is selling for 30 days or less, depending on certain market areas. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-13041397 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0700 754 full false Just released! - Our NWMLS Housing report for April 2023 Just released! - Our NWMLS Housing report for April 2023 Low, Low inventory and YES homes are selling with some selling for much higher than their asking prices. 

]]> Low, Low inventory and YES homes are selling with some selling for much higher than their asking prices. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12801626 Sun, 07 May 2023 13:00:00 -0700 444 full false LLPA new home loan fees - the cost of getting a home loan has gone for those with good income, good credit and large downpayments - Starting today, May 1 2023 LLPA new home loan fees - the cost of getting a home loan has gone for those with good income, good credit and large downpayments - Starting today, May 1 2023 I am perplexed as to why they would bring in such a program that penalizes people for having good paying jobs, good credit and a history of saving money so that they can have a larger downpayment - I think this is absolutely ridiculous!

 




]]> I am perplexed as to why they would bring in such a program that penalizes people for having good paying jobs, good credit and a history of saving money so that they can have a larger downpayment - I think this is absolutely ridiculous!

 




]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12759888 Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:00 -0700 666 full false Lawsuit regarding real estate commissions that were paid by sellers to a buyers agent - My thoughts Lawsuit regarding real estate commissions that were paid by sellers to a buyers agent - My thoughts Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12702991 Sat, 22 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0700 848 full false March 2023 NWMLS Sales Activity- With VERY low inventory of homes we are seeing a lackluster Spring market March 2023 NWMLS Sales Activity- With VERY low inventory of homes we are seeing a lackluster Spring market So far, with dinishing inventory we are seeing a lack luster Spring market yet even with higher interest rates we have buyers not only looking to buy they ARE buying homes.

]]> So far, with dinishing inventory we are seeing a lack luster Spring market yet even with higher interest rates we have buyers not only looking to buy they ARE buying homes.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12616878 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0700 629 full false The Spring Real Estate Market for 2023 - What are the expectations? The Spring Real Estate Market for 2023 - What are the expectations? Decided to share my thoughts as well as additional information from 
Inman Real Estate (real estate industry newsletter) on the trends we 
have seen in the past and what we are seeing unfold in our Spring 2023 
real estate market. 

Always good to look at the past trends and how those trends are shaping
our current market

]]> Decided to share my thoughts as well as additional information from 
Inman Real Estate (real estate industry newsletter) on the trends we 
have seen in the past and what we are seeing unfold in our Spring 2023 
real estate market. 

Always good to look at the past trends and how those trends are shaping
our current market

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12590484 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 17:00:00 -0700 1091 full false Hot off the Press! February 2023 - NWMLS Sales Activity Hot off the Press! February 2023 - NWMLS Sales Activity We are seeing lots of buyer activity, yet we are also seeing very little inventory so when you go to look at homes you may be up against competing offers from other buyers. If you are a seller and price your home/property according to the current market you may very well see multiple offers. 

]]> We are seeing lots of buyer activity, yet we are also seeing very little inventory so when you go to look at homes you may be up against competing offers from other buyers. If you are a seller and price your home/property according to the current market you may very well see multiple offers. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12410800 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0800 483 full false Predictions for 2023 Real Estate Market Predictions for 2023 Real Estate Market Read some articles on Predictions for the 2023 real estate market, thought I would share, in this Podcast, the Predictions that are floating around.  Some of these make sense and may very well come true and some may not come true as the interest rates and inventory challenges will have a major effect on these and other predictions.

]]> Read some articles on Predictions for the 2023 real estate market, thought I would share, in this Podcast, the Predictions that are floating around.  Some of these make sense and may very well come true and some may not come true as the interest rates and inventory challenges will have a major effect on these and other predictions.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12357714 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0800 1539 full false Property Taxes 2023 for King County- Increased Valuatuations and Increases in Taxes Owed! Property Taxes 2023 for King County- Increased Valuatuations and Increases in Taxes Owed! I think ALL property owners will be or are shocked at the recent Property Tax assessments for 2022, since they increased from 25% to 52% in 1 year and the taxes increased from 10% to 30% - the largest increase I have seen in King County for taxes due in 2023

]]> I think ALL property owners will be or are shocked at the recent Property Tax assessments for 2022, since they increased from 25% to 52% in 1 year and the taxes increased from 10% to 30% - the largest increase I have seen in King County for taxes due in 2023

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12323375 Fri, 24 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0800 458 full false January 2023 Real estate Activity for our MLS (NWMLS) - On the Market and Sold January 2023 Real estate Activity for our MLS (NWMLS) - On the Market and Sold Yes, we are seeing a little more homes going on the market BUT we are also seeing more sales and more activity at our open houses. All this could lead up to a busy Spring market, especially if long term interest rates go down

]]> Yes, we are seeing a little more homes going on the market BUT we are also seeing more sales and more activity at our open houses. All this could lead up to a busy Spring market, especially if long term interest rates go down

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12244216 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0800 465 full false Hot off the Press! Dec 2022 NWMLS Housing Acivity Hot off the Press! Dec 2022 NWMLS Housing Acivity Inspite of the holidays, the rain, the snow and the ice strom homes were still coming on the market and selling, although at a slower pace, yet we are seeing more buyer activity in the month of January 2023

]]> Inspite of the holidays, the rain, the snow and the ice strom homes were still coming on the market and selling, although at a slower pace, yet we are seeing more buyer activity in the month of January 2023

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-12019637 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0800 477 full false Happy New Year - Let's celebrate all new beginnings! Happy New Year - Let's celebrate all new beginnings! Buzzsprout-11943832 Fri, 30 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0800 199 full false Merry Christmas! Merry Christmas! Have a VERY, VERY Merry Christmas!

]]> Have a VERY, VERY Merry Christmas!

]]> Buzzsprout-11928670 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0800 60 full false November 2022 NWMLS Real Estate Acivity Report November 2022 NWMLS Real Estate Acivity Report Merry Christmas! Have a wonderful holiday season

]]> Merry Christmas! Have a wonderful holiday season

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-11838045 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0800 405 full false Washington State Excise Tax Update for 2023 (REET) Washington State Excise Tax Update for 2023 (REET) Just a quick update on the excise tax changes effective January 1, 2023. 

Excise tax is paid by the seller, at close of escrow.

]]> Just a quick update on the excise tax changes effective January 1, 2023. 

Excise tax is paid by the seller, at close of escrow.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-11732039 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0800 299 full false Hot off the Press! Our October 2022 NWMLS Housing activity stats Hot off the Press! Our October 2022 NWMLS Housing activity stats YES, we are seeing an increase in homes going on the market, yet we are still way below what a typical and equal balanced real estate market looks like - 4 to 6 months of inventory. We are now at 2 months of inventory. Yes, homes are selling, Yes some homes are selling in less than a week and Yes some homes are selling for over their asking price, but the majority of homes are staying on the market longer. Great time to be a buyer!

]]> YES, we are seeing an increase in homes going on the market, yet we are still way below what a typical and equal balanced real estate market looks like - 4 to 6 months of inventory. We are now at 2 months of inventory. Yes, homes are selling, Yes some homes are selling in less than a week and Yes some homes are selling for over their asking price, but the majority of homes are staying on the market longer. Great time to be a buyer!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-11685381 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0800 652 full false NWMLS Sept 2022 Sales Activity - Homes are selling! NWMLS Sept 2022 Sales Activity - Homes are selling! This is a very good time to be a buyer! If you are a home seller, make sure your home price is in alignment with the current market values as if it is we are seeing homes priced correctly selling in less than a week. 

]]> This is a very good time to be a buyer! If you are a home seller, make sure your home price is in alignment with the current market values as if it is we are seeing homes priced correctly selling in less than a week. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-11466763 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0700 655 full false NWMLS Aug 2022 Activity in Home Sales NWMLS Aug 2022 Activity in Home Sales NWMLS (Our MLS) Sales activity ending August 2022 for ALL residential homes and condos for King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties

]]> NWMLS (Our MLS) Sales activity ending August 2022 for ALL residential homes and condos for King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-11402191 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0700 433 full false Convert your Home Equity into Cash! Our guest today , Matthew Sullivan, offers insights on how to access cash from your home without increasing your monthly debt. Convert your Home Equity into Cash! Our guest today , Matthew Sullivan, offers insights on how to access cash from your home without increasing your monthly debt. Mathew is the CEO of QuantmRE, a company that solves a real problem for homeowners by helping them access a portion of their home equity without the homeowner taking on more debt by using a Home Equity Contract.

Find out more about this opportunity, as a homeowner or investor, at the following website: www.quantmre.com

]]> Mathew is the CEO of QuantmRE, a company that solves a real problem for homeowners by helping them access a portion of their home equity without the homeowner taking on more debt by using a Home Equity Contract.

Find out more about this opportunity, as a homeowner or investor, at the following website: www.quantmre.com

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-11192016 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0700 1669 full false Hot off the Press! NWMLS July 2022 Real Estate Homes Sales Stats Hot off the Press! NWMLS July 2022 Real Estate Homes Sales Stats YES, homes are selling still! 
YES, our inventory has grown to 2 months of availability.!
YES, interest rates are coming down! 
YES, this is a great time to buy and sell a home!

]]> YES, homes are selling still! 
YES, our inventory has grown to 2 months of availability.!
YES, interest rates are coming down! 
YES, this is a great time to buy and sell a home!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-11124109 Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0700 545 full false NWMLS June Sales Report and My Opinion on current market conditions - Buy now? Sell now? NWMLS June Sales Report and My Opinion on current market conditions - Buy now? Sell now? The latest sales statistics from our local MLS (NWMLS) and some added thoughts on the market from me and from opinions on the national level

]]> The latest sales statistics from our local MLS (NWMLS) and some added thoughts on the market from me and from opinions on the national level

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10963887 Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0700 842 full false The latest NWMLS Stats for May 2022 - Yes Inventory is up, just a little The latest NWMLS Stats for May 2022 - Yes Inventory is up, just a little Yes, interest rates have gone up too, yet buyers are still buying homes and home prices are still going up from a year ago

]]> Yes, interest rates have gone up too, yet buyers are still buying homes and home prices are still going up from a year ago

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10760659 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0700 612 full false April 2022 NWMLS stats and thoughts on Buying and Selling April 2022 NWMLS stats and thoughts on Buying and Selling Yes, it is true, we are seeing a little more inventory and some homes are remaining on the market over a wee with some over 2 weeks yet many homes are still selling fast?

]]> Yes, it is true, we are seeing a little more inventory and some homes are remaining on the market over a wee with some over 2 weeks yet many homes are still selling fast?

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10627521 Mon, 16 May 2022 10:00:00 -0700 509 full false Market is changing, but this is NOT 2008! Interest rates and loan discussion with Laurie Ausmus with Washington 1st Mortgage Market is changing, but this is NOT 2008! Interest rates and loan discussion with Laurie Ausmus with Washington 1st Mortgage In my opinion, this IS NOT 2008! So many different and stronger variables than what had taken place in 2008. Please remember, buying real estate is not a short-term investment and Lenders are in the business of making loans so we will see more types of loans become available to fit your budget. As a buyer don't get discouraged and don't give up. As a seller, you may not see as many offers on your home but homes are selling and selling within 7 days if priced to what the market feels is a good value.

]]> In my opinion, this IS NOT 2008! So many different and stronger variables than what had taken place in 2008. Please remember, buying real estate is not a short-term investment and Lenders are in the business of making loans so we will see more types of loans become available to fit your budget. As a buyer don't get discouraged and don't give up. As a seller, you may not see as many offers on your home but homes are selling and selling within 7 days if priced to what the market feels is a good value.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10545850 Mon, 02 May 2022 15:00:00 -0700 585 full false March 2022 NWMLS Stats and market trends - The market is changing! March 2022 NWMLS Stats and market trends - The market is changing! Yes, homes are still selling and Yes most of them are selling in 7 days or less yet are they selling for more than the asking price? We have seen several price reductions after homes being on the market for over a week, we are seeing fewer offers on homes with some homes receiving only 1 offer. 

Good time to buy? I would not give up on your search as it appears that you will be competing with fewer buyers which could mean not paying way over the sellers asking price. 

]]> Yes, homes are still selling and Yes most of them are selling in 7 days or less yet are they selling for more than the asking price? We have seen several price reductions after homes being on the market for over a week, we are seeing fewer offers on homes with some homes receiving only 1 offer. 

Good time to buy? I would not give up on your search as it appears that you will be competing with fewer buyers which could mean not paying way over the sellers asking price. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10480326 Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0700 664 full false February 2022 NWMLS Stats and Laurie Ausmus - Mortgage Tips and Interest rate update February 2022 NWMLS Stats and Laurie Ausmus - Mortgage Tips and Interest rate update The latest statistics from our MLS for the month ending February 2022 PLUS
an update on current interest rates and the loan approval process from Laurie Ausmus (NMLS - 116156 | Sr Loan Originator) with Washington First Mortgage Loan Corp. NMLS 854647

]]> The latest statistics from our MLS for the month ending February 2022 PLUS
an update on current interest rates and the loan approval process from Laurie Ausmus (NMLS - 116156 | Sr Loan Originator) with Washington First Mortgage Loan Corp. NMLS 854647

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10299669 Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0700 1487 full false Mortgage Minute with Laurie Ausmus at Washington First 1st Mortgage Mortgage Minute with Laurie Ausmus at Washington First 1st Mortgage Thie week, and in future weeks Laurie will be a guest as she brings us Mortgage updates on interest rates and anything new to be aware of, when obtaining a home loan

]]> Thie week, and in future weeks Laurie will be a guest as she brings us Mortgage updates on interest rates and anything new to be aware of, when obtaining a home loan

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10152217 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0800 1428 full false Jan 2022 Market Update and Market Trends Jan 2022 Market Update and Market Trends Statistics from our local MLS and articles on the real estate market on a national level

]]> Statistics from our local MLS and articles on the real estate market on a national level

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10074475 Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0800 842 full false Quick market update and a conversation with Laurie Ausmus with Wash 1st Mortgage Quick market update and a conversation with Laurie Ausmus with Wash 1st Mortgage Just a candid conversation about the early Spring market and some of the challenges of "winning" a home. Laurie with Washington 1st Mortgage is ready to help you get approved for your home loan, contact her today

]]> Just a candid conversation about the early Spring market and some of the challenges of "winning" a home. Laurie with Washington 1st Mortgage is ready to help you get approved for your home loan, contact her today

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-10007975 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 13:00:00 -0800 1664 full false Hot Off the Press! - NWMLS Stats Dec 2021 Hot Off the Press! - NWMLS Stats Dec 2021 Just a quick summary of our sales for December 2021 in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties as well as the available inventory in homes and condominiums that are for sale.
Have a great 2022!

]]> Just a quick summary of our sales for December 2021 in King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties as well as the available inventory in homes and condominiums that are for sale.
Have a great 2022!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9851468 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0800 278 full false Happy New Year - Septic systems - knowing what questions to ask when selling or buying to confirm that the system is working properly Happy New Year - Septic systems - knowing what questions to ask when selling or buying to confirm that the system is working properly An issue I ran across with a home that was sold by another agent where incorrect information was provided to potential home buyers on the validity of the home's septic system and the permits of the addition to the home. Even in our very competitive market, it is always best, as a buyer, to ask questions before buying a home to confirm that what the seller is stating is true and correct, especially when it comes to the home's septic system.

]]> An issue I ran across with a home that was sold by another agent where incorrect information was provided to potential home buyers on the validity of the home's septic system and the permits of the addition to the home. Even in our very competitive market, it is always best, as a buyer, to ask questions before buying a home to confirm that what the seller is stating is true and correct, especially when it comes to the home's septic system.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9831775 Tue, 04 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0800 660 full false Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! - Market Update and Predictions for 2022 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! - Market Update and Predictions for 2022 Just a quick Podcast on the year to date snapshot of the national market and the predictions for 2022 for sales, inventory, and prices for home

]]> Just a quick Podcast on the year to date snapshot of the national market and the predictions for 2022 for sales, inventory, and prices for home

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9757058 Mon, 20 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0800 398 full false Hot Off the Press! November 2021 market stats from the NWMLS Hot Off the Press! November 2021 market stats from the NWMLS As suspected, inventory is again at an all-time low!

]]> As suspected, inventory is again at an all-time low!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9686854 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0800 460 full false Low Inventory, Current sales activity experiences with my Sellers, National Home Stats Low Inventory, Current sales activity experiences with my Sellers, National Home Stats Just a quick recap on our current market and the trends of low inventory and my recent experiences on 2 homes I had placed on the market (both are sold, yet 2 different experiences)

]]> Just a quick recap on our current market and the trends of low inventory and my recent experiences on 2 homes I had placed on the market (both are sold, yet 2 different experiences)

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9673575 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0800 498 full false NWMLS Real Estate sales Update for Oct 2021 NWMLS Real Estate sales Update for Oct 2021 Covering King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties - the most recent activity and thoughts on our current real estate market

]]> Covering King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties - the most recent activity and thoughts on our current real estate market

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9503740 Sat, 06 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0700 621 full false September 2021 NWMLS Sales and Inventory Updates for King and Snohomish Counties September 2021 NWMLS Sales and Inventory Updates for King and Snohomish Counties The latest sales report from our local MLS (NWMLS)

]]> The latest sales report from our local MLS (NWMLS)

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9398009 Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:00:00 -0700 605 full false October being best month to buy per Realtor.com October being best month to buy per Realtor.com An article I read from Realtor.com giving us a glimpse of the market nat5ion wide and what they have seen. 

]]> An article I read from Realtor.com giving us a glimpse of the market nat5ion wide and what they have seen. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9248734 Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0700 388 full false August 2021Real Estate Market sales activity August 2021Real Estate Market sales activity Just a quick update on the real estate activity for King and Snohomish Counties in our local MLS (NWMLS)

]]> Just a quick update on the real estate activity for King and Snohomish Counties in our local MLS (NWMLS)

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9195505 Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:00:00 -0700 404 full false July 2021 NWMLS Stats and some advice for Buyers and Sellers July 2021 NWMLS Stats and some advice for Buyers and Sellers Hot off the press from our MLS - The latest sales activity for July 2021 plus my comments on how the market is strending

]]> Hot off the press from our MLS - The latest sales activity for July 2021 plus my comments on how the market is strending

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-9002260 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0700 707 full false Interview with Brock Mogensen with Smart Asset Capital - Investment Properties Interview with Brock Mogensen with Smart Asset Capital - Investment Properties Great conversation with Brock today as he shares his success of starting with a duplex and then leveling up to an 89 unit apartment building. Many ways to accomplish this by being a partner in win TIC (Tenants in Common), LLC (Limited Liability Corporation) with partners
as well as a Joint Ventures (JV). Get connected with Brock and learn more on how to get your wealth thru real estate investing.  

Email: brock@smartassetcapital.com 
Web Site: Smartassetcapital.com 

]]> Great conversation with Brock today as he shares his success of starting with a duplex and then leveling up to an 89 unit apartment building. Many ways to accomplish this by being a partner in win TIC (Tenants in Common), LLC (Limited Liability Corporation) with partners
as well as a Joint Ventures (JV). Get connected with Brock and learn more on how to get your wealth thru real estate investing.  

Email: brock@smartassetcapital.com 
Web Site: Smartassetcapital.com 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8876244 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:00:00 -0700 1447 full false June 2021 Market Update on Sales Activity PLUS my thoughts on why building Realtor Realtor relationships are valuable when negotiating sales June 2021 Market Update on Sales Activity PLUS my thoughts on why building Realtor Realtor relationships are valuable when negotiating sales Quick podcast on the recent sales activity for King and Snohomish counties for Residental and Condominiums. Still, a very strong sellers market, yet some buyer opportunities are starting to show up

]]> Quick podcast on the recent sales activity for King and Snohomish counties for Residental and Condominiums. Still, a very strong sellers market, yet some buyer opportunities are starting to show up

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8851944 Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0700 585 full false Market Update - May 2021, from our MLS. We still have very low Inventory available in all markets! Market Update - May 2021, from our MLS. We still have very low Inventory available in all markets! We are also seeing some price reductions as well as longer days on markets. Some homes are not selling on their offer review date, and some homes are only getting 1 offer.  Now would be a great time to buy before interest rates go up.

]]> We are also seeing some price reductions as well as longer days on markets. Some homes are not selling on their offer review date, and some homes are only getting 1 offer.  Now would be a great time to buy before interest rates go up.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8733542 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0700 549 full false A Conversation with Van Sturgeon- Over coming your fears of house flipping and renovations A Conversation with Van Sturgeon- Over coming your fears of house flipping and renovations Mr. Van Sturgeon has is passionate about helping homeowners and real estate investors overcome their fears of home renovations and in buying and flipping homes. He has been on several Podcasts (The C.A.R.E More & Work Less by Jeffrey Wood, A Guy that Know A Guy by Michael Whitehouse, Culture Sway by Antonia Moore, and Relish the Journey by Myles Biggs).

He has also been featured in the following articles: Los Angeles Tribune, The Ritz Herald, The Hutson Weekly, Madison Graph, Lincoln Citizen, Belmont Star, Yahoo News, and Yahoo Finance.

He has lots of information and EBooks on his website: www.vansturgeon.com and you can also find him on IG #vansyurgeon.

A valuable resource that will help you become more successful in your home renovations and home flip business



]]> Mr. Van Sturgeon has is passionate about helping homeowners and real estate investors overcome their fears of home renovations and in buying and flipping homes. He has been on several Podcasts (The C.A.R.E More & Work Less by Jeffrey Wood, A Guy that Know A Guy by Michael Whitehouse, Culture Sway by Antonia Moore, and Relish the Journey by Myles Biggs).

He has also been featured in the following articles: Los Angeles Tribune, The Ritz Herald, The Hutson Weekly, Madison Graph, Lincoln Citizen, Belmont Star, Yahoo News, and Yahoo Finance.

He has lots of information and EBooks on his website: www.vansturgeon.com and you can also find him on IG #vansyurgeon.

A valuable resource that will help you become more successful in your home renovations and home flip business



]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8702980 Mon, 14 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0700 1725 full false NWMLS April 2021 Real Estate sales stats, Tip Tuesday ideas, Eviction Ban and ...... NWMLS April 2021 Real Estate sales stats, Tip Tuesday ideas, Eviction Ban and ...... .... a great Lender to call or email to get Pre-Approved for your home loan.

Thanks for listening!


]]> .... a great Lender to call or email to get Pre-Approved for your home loan.

Thanks for listening!


]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8486480 Sun, 09 May 2021 10:00:00 -0700 795 full false All about Credit and Credit Repair companies! All about Credit and Credit Repair companies! My recap on an email I received from an article on Money Magazine about how to clean up your credit by having a qualified Credit Repair company help you.  

]]> My recap on an email I received from an article on Money Magazine about how to clean up your credit by having a qualified Credit Repair company help you.  

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8396904 Sat, 24 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0700 691 full false Forbearance & Moratorium Extensions, Buyers and Agent stories of our crazy real estate market Forbearance & Moratorium Extensions, Buyers and Agent stories of our crazy real estate market As well as a thought on how to increase your credit score if you are renting, and some other market stat from other cities in the U.S.. 

]]> As well as a thought on how to increase your credit score if you are renting, and some other market stat from other cities in the U.S.. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8364579 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0700 986 full false March 2021 MLS market stats on sales and inventory challenges March 2021 MLS market stats on sales and inventory challenges Just a quick update on the current trend on sales and inventory for the month of March 2021,
from our local MLS

]]> Just a quick update on the current trend on sales and inventory for the month of March 2021,
from our local MLS

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8313593 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0700 498 full false A brief discussion on a recent article regarding the current real estate market A brief discussion on a recent article regarding the current real estate market PLUS  some added thoughts on understanding the current real estate market as a buyer or seller 

]]> PLUS  some added thoughts on understanding the current real estate market as a buyer or seller 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8274970 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0700 681 full false Our Crazy Real Estate Market with sales way over the sellers asking price! Our Crazy Real Estate Market with sales way over the sellers asking price! How do you prepare to compete for a house as a home buyer? Plus the many things I have done to help sellers and buyers during the escrow process of dealing with house issues. 

]]> How do you prepare to compete for a house as a home buyer? Plus the many things I have done to help sellers and buyers during the escrow process of dealing with house issues. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-8219114 Fri, 26 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0700 916 full false Tips and suggestions on preparing your home to sell and showing your home Tips and suggestions on preparing your home to sell and showing your home Read a few articles this week that I thought I would share with you as they addressed getting your home ready for the market as well as some ideas and suggestions on showing your home. Even in our strong seller's market these tips and suggestions will help your home stand out and attract multiple buyers, helping you obtain the highest possible price for your home

]]> Read a few articles this week that I thought I would share with you as they addressed getting your home ready for the market as well as some ideas and suggestions on showing your home. Even in our strong seller's market these tips and suggestions will help your home stand out and attract multiple buyers, helping you obtain the highest possible price for your home

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-7834003 Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0800 987 full false Real Estate Market stats update, Buyer and Seller expectations, Interest rates and Home prices Real Estate Market stats update, Buyer and Seller expectations, Interest rates and Home prices Our current inventory of homes for sale, what the expectations should be as a seller and as a buyer, Interest rates and home prices projections

]]> Our current inventory of homes for sale, what the expectations should be as a seller and as a buyer, Interest rates and home prices projections

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-7590997 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0800 484 full false An Update from my guest Marilyn Conyers with Caliber Home Loans An Update from my guest Marilyn Conyers with Caliber Home Loans Today's discussion was an update on current interest rates, current trends in the housing market, what does 2021 look like for interest rates and inventory, the Pre-Approval process and how important that is when making an offer on a home PLUS much more

]]> Today's discussion was an update on current interest rates, current trends in the housing market, what does 2021 look like for interest rates and inventory, the Pre-Approval process and how important that is when making an offer on a home PLUS much more

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-6940664 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 16:00:00 -0800 1860 full false Christmas Lights, Reminders for safety, Redecorating & Painting ideas and next Podcast guest - Marilyn Conyers at Caliber Mortgage Christmas Lights, Reminders for safety, Redecorating & Painting ideas and next Podcast guest - Marilyn Conyers at Caliber Mortgage Just some ideas and suggestions to make your home feel warm and cozy, as well as desirable for potential home buyers, during the holiday season. Found some great reminders on home safety, as well as redecorating and painting suggestions from the Seattle Times. Happy Holidays!

]]> Just some ideas and suggestions to make your home feel warm and cozy, as well as desirable for potential home buyers, during the holiday season. Found some great reminders on home safety, as well as redecorating and painting suggestions from the Seattle Times. Happy Holidays!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-6829729 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 16:00:00 -0800 650 full false Interest rates, 11% moving this next year, $6M Bunker home, and Home Inspections, Interest rates, 11% moving this next year, $6M Bunker home, and Home Inspections, Happy Thanksgiving! 

]]> Happy Thanksgiving! 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-6521248 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:00:00 -0800 817 full false Real Estate Market Update - October 2020 Real Estate Market Update - October 2020 Sales Activity - New Listings, Pending Sales, Closed sales for October 2020, and for Year to Date 2020. It is a very aggressive sellers market with low inventory and low interest rates

]]> Sales Activity - New Listings, Pending Sales, Closed sales for October 2020, and for Year to Date 2020. It is a very aggressive sellers market with low inventory and low interest rates

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-6348157 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0800 799 full false September 2020 Seattle/Bellevue Market Update September 2020 Seattle/Bellevue Market Update Latest information on current sales of homes and condos. Multiple offers, big price changes and more

]]> Latest information on current sales of homes and condos. Multiple offers, big price changes and more

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-5915746 Thu, 15 Oct 2020 15:00:00 -0700 584 full false August 2020 Seattle/Bellevue Real Estate Market Update! August 2020 Seattle/Bellevue Real Estate Market Update! Although late, here are the sales activity for Homes and Condos in the King and Snohomish Counties of Washington.  Also included are my thoughts on how to get ready to seel your home ins a strong sellers market and what to do to get prepared when looking to buy a home when you are competing with others for the same home

]]> Although late, here are the sales activity for Homes and Condos in the King and Snohomish Counties of Washington.  Also included are my thoughts on how to get ready to seel your home ins a strong sellers market and what to do to get prepared when looking to buy a home when you are competing with others for the same home

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-5914318 Thu, 15 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0700 700 full false Real Estate Market Updates for July 2020 Real Estate Market Updates for July 2020 I have also included, in today's Podcast, the latest real estate activity, Sales and Pending sales, from the Seattle Times for the first week of August 2020 - August 9th. 


]]> I have also included, in today's Podcast, the latest real estate activity, Sales and Pending sales, from the Seattle Times for the first week of August 2020 - August 9th. 


]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-5039873 Mon, 17 Aug 2020 17:00:00 -0700 829 full false Low Interest rates - but can you get a loan? New State Mandates and Weekly Sales Low Interest rates - but can you get a loan? New State Mandates and Weekly Sales Getting a loan can be challenging, even with low-interest rates due to the new lender criteria. Stay up to date on the New State Mandates. Home sales for the week, your market activity update

]]> Getting a loan can be challenging, even with low-interest rates due to the new lender criteria. Stay up to date on the New State Mandates. Home sales for the week, your market activity update

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-4856090 Tue, 04 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0700 636 full false Buying a home without a Real Estate Agent or Realtor Buying a home without a Real Estate Agent or Realtor My thoughts and suggestions from an article I read in the Seattle Times on the steps to take when buying a home without hiring a real estate agent or Realtor. As you may know, there are many steps in finding and buying a home, and YES you should have the option to buy a home without hiring a real estate agent or Realtor but keep in mind that a home purchase is more complex, as I have outlined in my Podcast today

]]> My thoughts and suggestions from an article I read in the Seattle Times on the steps to take when buying a home without hiring a real estate agent or Realtor. As you may know, there are many steps in finding and buying a home, and YES you should have the option to buy a home without hiring a real estate agent or Realtor but keep in mind that a home purchase is more complex, as I have outlined in my Podcast today

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-4598897 Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0700 893 full false June 2020 Market Update - Active, Pending and Sold Stats June 2020 Market Update - Active, Pending and Sold Stats Here is the most updated information on our sales for the Month of June 2020 for the King and Snohomish counties of Washington

]]> Here is the most updated information on our sales for the Month of June 2020 for the King and Snohomish counties of Washington

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-4508708 Thu, 09 Jul 2020 15:00:00 -0700 677 full false Hot Sellers Market and choosing the right agent Hot Sellers Market and choosing the right agent Yes, it is a HOT seller's market with multiple offers on homes that are priced well. In a market like this, it is VERY important to choose the right real estate agent to fully represent you so that you succeed in either buying or selling a home.

]]> Yes, it is a HOT seller's market with multiple offers on homes that are priced well. In a market like this, it is VERY important to choose the right real estate agent to fully represent you so that you succeed in either buying or selling a home.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-4342112 Sat, 27 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0700 602 full false My conversation with Marilyn Conyers - THE TOUCHETTE TEAM at Caliber Home Loans My conversation with Marilyn Conyers - THE TOUCHETTE TEAM at Caliber Home Loans Great conversation with Marilyn Conyers with THE TOUCHETTE TEAM at  Caliber Home Loans. She is happy to help you and answer all of your questions about home loans.
Cell:(425)949-0626 or Email: marilyn.conyers@caliberhomeloans.com. 

Lots of good information and insights on Mortgage Forbearance, Credit reviews, Loan Underwriter guidelines for debt to income ratios, Interest rates, and the loan approval process timeline. All very important when buying a home or refinancing your existing home loan.

]]> Great conversation with Marilyn Conyers with THE TOUCHETTE TEAM at  Caliber Home Loans. She is happy to help you and answer all of your questions about home loans.
Cell:(425)949-0626 or Email: marilyn.conyers@caliberhomeloans.com. 

Lots of good information and insights on Mortgage Forbearance, Credit reviews, Loan Underwriter guidelines for debt to income ratios, Interest rates, and the loan approval process timeline. All very important when buying a home or refinancing your existing home loan.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-4171886 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 15:00:00 -0700 2056 full false Seattle Real Estate Market Update May 2020 Seattle Real Estate Market Update May 2020 Our MLS monthly sales statistics for the Month of May 2020, plus some added thoughts on our real estate market

]]> Our MLS monthly sales statistics for the Month of May 2020, plus some added thoughts on our real estate market

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-4092428 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0700 571 full false Real Estate Protocols for Showings and Home loan limitations Real Estate Protocols for Showings and Home loan limitations Discussing the proper protocols for showing a home and also dealing with inspections and the proper protocols. A brief discussion on Unemployment benefits and Mortgage Forbearance and how that will affect your ability to secure either  new loan or your refinance loan

]]> Discussing the proper protocols for showing a home and also dealing with inspections and the proper protocols. A brief discussion on Unemployment benefits and Mortgage Forbearance and how that will affect your ability to secure either  new loan or your refinance loan

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3788588 Sat, 16 May 2020 17:00:00 -0700 795 full false Real Estate Market UPDATE for April 2020 Real Estate Market UPDATE for April 2020 Just some quick market stats on homes that recently went on the market (Active New) and Pending sales in April (Homes that successfully went under contract in the month of April) as well as days on market and how these stats for this year compared to 2019 ion the same month

]]> Just some quick market stats on homes that recently went on the market (Active New) and Pending sales in April (Homes that successfully went under contract in the month of April) as well as days on market and how these stats for this year compared to 2019 ion the same month

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3682954 Fri, 08 May 2020 15:00:00 -0700 732 full false Foreclosures, Short Sales, Bank Owned Homes Foreclosures, Short Sales, Bank Owned Homes A quick in-depth discussion and how each of these work as you decide to navigate these challenges and opprtunities

]]> A quick in-depth discussion and how each of these work as you decide to navigate these challenges and opprtunities

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3411364 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0700 851 full false Mortgage Forbearance, Jumbo Loans, Refinances Mortgage Forbearance, Jumbo Loans, Refinances Thoughts and suggestions regarding the Mortgage Forbearance Program, as well as what Lenders are and are not doing with Jumbo Mortgage Loans and Refinances.

]]> Thoughts and suggestions regarding the Mortgage Forbearance Program, as well as what Lenders are and are not doing with Jumbo Mortgage Loans and Refinances.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3390667 Thu, 16 Apr 2020 16:00:00 -0700 682 full false Cares Act, Mortgage Forbearance, Current Real Estate Market info Cares Act, Mortgage Forbearance, Current Real Estate Market info Thoughts and suggestions as you navigate through all the options and challenges during these interesting times. Reach out to those you trust and get the right information to make the right choice for you. 

]]> Thoughts and suggestions as you navigate through all the options and challenges during these interesting times. Reach out to those you trust and get the right information to make the right choice for you. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3318100 Fri, 10 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0700 775 full false Our MLS Updates on Buying and Selling homes during Stay Home Mandate Our MLS Updates on Buying and Selling homes during Stay Home Mandate Here are the latest rules, as modified by Governor Inslee, for the real estate industry during our Stay Home and stay healthy Mandate. I also added my thoughts on home sale trends during this turbulent time

Be Safe, Stay Healthy!

]]> Here are the latest rules, as modified by Governor Inslee, for the real estate industry during our Stay Home and stay healthy Mandate. I also added my thoughts on home sale trends during this turbulent time

Be Safe, Stay Healthy!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3215551 Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:00:00 -0700 801 full false Corona virus and NEW Washington State Mandate - Stay Home, Stay Healthy! Corona virus and NEW Washington State Mandate - Stay Home, Stay Healthy! Update on the new mandate by Governor Inslee on what real estate agents/brokers are allowed to do and not do during this mandate period. Also, my thoughts on best strategies for buying or selling a home during this time

]]> Update on the new mandate by Governor Inslee on what real estate agents/brokers are allowed to do and not do during this mandate period. Also, my thoughts on best strategies for buying or selling a home during this time

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3124153 Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:00:00 -0700 536 full false The Corona virus and how it effects Seeing homes and in Selling or Buying a home The Corona virus and how it effects Seeing homes and in Selling or Buying a home Ver 2 of my thoughts on how we should handle the corona virus issues when looking at homes and selling a home as well as some updates from our MLS on open houses and updates on expectations of getting home sales closed

]]> Ver 2 of my thoughts on how we should handle the corona virus issues when looking at homes and selling a home as well as some updates from our MLS on open houses and updates on expectations of getting home sales closed

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-3061459 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0700 775 full false Thoughts on looking at homes and selling a home during the Coronavirus issue Thoughts on looking at homes and selling a home during the Coronavirus issue Just my thoughts, and a few reminders on some best practices when putting your home on the market. The conversations you should have with your real estate agents so that everyone involved feels safe

]]> Just my thoughts, and a few reminders on some best practices when putting your home on the market. The conversations you should have with your real estate agents so that everyone involved feels safe

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2985757 Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0700 549 full false Why not Interview and Hire Ray Dove as your Realtor when Buying or Selling real estate? Why not Interview and Hire Ray Dove as your Realtor when Buying or Selling real estate? If you are buying or selling real estate why not interview me? I have over 40 years of Experience and Expertise. In addition to all of the information I have discussed on my previous Podcasts I thought I would share more on why I would be a good real estate agent for in your efforts to buy or sell real estate. Maybe you will feel the same and will make an appointment to meet with me. 

]]> If you are buying or selling real estate why not interview me? I have over 40 years of Experience and Expertise. In addition to all of the information I have discussed on my previous Podcasts I thought I would share more on why I would be a good real estate agent for in your efforts to buy or sell real estate. Maybe you will feel the same and will make an appointment to meet with me. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2850214 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0800 419 full false All about Credit Reports - One on One Interview with Maria at KLaw All about Credit Reports - One on One Interview with Maria at KLaw Things to know about your credit and where to go to get help in improve your credit scores

]]> Things to know about your credit and where to go to get help in improve your credit scores

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2676502 Thu, 06 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0800 1107 full false One on One conversation with a Home Building Inspector One on One conversation with a Home Building Inspector Meet John Torkelson with Protection Home Inspection!

]]> Meet John Torkelson with Protection Home Inspection!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2611747 Wed, 29 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0800 1043 full false Real Estate Market Update - Stats on Year Ending 2019 and Looking forward in 2020 Real Estate Market Update - Stats on Year Ending 2019 and Looking forward in 2020 Stats from our local MLS (NWMLS) for 2019, what trends we are seeing for 2020 in housing inventory, what interest rates are doing and in buyer activity

]]> Stats from our local MLS (NWMLS) for 2019, what trends we are seeing for 2020 in housing inventory, what interest rates are doing and in buyer activity

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2562853 Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:00:00 -0800 642 full false Buying a Distressed Property? Buying a Distressed Property? Short Sales, Foreclosures and Bankruptcy sales - a quick review and what each of these are as well as my thoughts on some of the risks and benefits of buying a distressed property

]]> Short Sales, Foreclosures and Bankruptcy sales - a quick review and what each of these are as well as my thoughts on some of the risks and benefits of buying a distressed property

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2449370 Thu, 09 Jan 2020 14:00:00 -0800 831 full false Buying or Selling in the New Year? My thoughts on our local market Buying or Selling in the New Year? My thoughts on our local market My thoughts and insights into the upcoming Spring real estate market of 2020 with low interest rates and limited inventory. What you might want to consider as you either prepare to sell or buy a home

]]> My thoughts and insights into the upcoming Spring real estate market of 2020 with low interest rates and limited inventory. What you might want to consider as you either prepare to sell or buy a home

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2394071 Thu, 02 Jan 2020 12:00:00 -0800 583 full false Investment Properties (Rental properties - Single Family or Multi-Family? Investment Properties (Rental properties - Single Family or Multi-Family? Some quick thoughts and suggestions on how to value the opportunities in buying investment properties - which best suits your needs - Single family or Multi-Family?

]]> Some quick thoughts and suggestions on how to value the opportunities in buying investment properties - which best suits your needs - Single family or Multi-Family?

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2273615 Thu, 12 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0800 606 full false Capital Gains and 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges Capital Gains and 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges Just a quick review of the current polices and rules for Capital Gains on your primary home and the needed steps for a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange on your investment properties

]]> Just a quick review of the current polices and rules for Capital Gains on your primary home and the needed steps for a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange on your investment properties

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2228966 Thu, 05 Dec 2019 11:00:00 -0800 533 full false Is Zillow a real estate company? Is Zillow a real estate company? Where does Zillow get the homes to advertise on their web site?

How does Zillow choose real estate agents to work with people who found a home on Zillow?


]]> Where does Zillow get the homes to advertise on their web site?

How does Zillow choose real estate agents to work with people who found a home on Zillow?


]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2192363 Fri, 29 Nov 2019 14:00:00 -0800 591 full false Pocket Listings - What are they? Pocket Listings - What are they? More information on the advantages and disadvantages of a Pocket Listing, for the seller

]]> More information on the advantages and disadvantages of a Pocket Listing, for the seller

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2071623 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:00:00 -0800 545 full false Real Estate Commissions and Buyer Agreements Real Estate Commissions and Buyer Agreements My thoughts on the brokerage fees charged...i.e.,. Commissions that real estate agents charge and earn and how the discussion in the news never reveals how commissions really work and the risk real estate agents take when working with sellers and buyers. Can an hourly fee work better? 

]]> My thoughts on the brokerage fees charged...i.e.,. Commissions that real estate agents charge and earn and how the discussion in the news never reveals how commissions really work and the risk real estate agents take when working with sellers and buyers. Can an hourly fee work better? 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-2009631 Wed, 06 Nov 2019 11:00:00 -0800 661 full false Expectations from a Building Inspection Expectations from a Building Inspection What should you, as a buyer and as a seller, expect when a home has been inspection by a building inspector? What you should be looking for and what should not be part of an inspection response? I try to answer some of those questions

]]> What should you, as a buyer and as a seller, expect when a home has been inspection by a building inspector? What you should be looking for and what should not be part of an inspection response? I try to answer some of those questions

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1963945 Wed, 30 Oct 2019 14:00:00 -0700 735 full false Just a thought or two on Selling or Buying a home during the Holiday season Just a thought or two on Selling or Buying a home during the Holiday season Some suggestions on how to show your home during the holidays and some encouragement to buyers to go look to buy a home during the holiday season as it is a great time of year to sell or buy a home

]]> Some suggestions on how to show your home during the holidays and some encouragement to buyers to go look to buy a home during the holiday season as it is a great time of year to sell or buy a home

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1934603 Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0700 651 full false My Real Estate Market View and You Preparing to Sell and Buy a home My Real Estate Market View and You Preparing to Sell and Buy a home My thoughts on the current market, possible trends on the growth in our area and how this may effect homes sales. Have added some suggestions to help you get prepared and ready to sell or buy a home.

]]> My thoughts on the current market, possible trends on the growth in our area and how this may effect homes sales. Have added some suggestions to help you get prepared and ready to sell or buy a home.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1886784 Thu, 17 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0700 765 Home selling, home buying, Seattle Real Estate, real estate trends, full false Finding a Lender for Your Home Purchase Finding a Lender for Your Home Purchase Before you really begin your home search process, it's best to have a lender in place with a pre-approved loan amount so you know how much you really have to work with. But how do you find a lender? What's the difference between banks, credit unions and mortgage bankers? 
We'll cover all of that and give you a few things to consider as you tackle that process.

]]> Before you really begin your home search process, it's best to have a lender in place with a pre-approved loan amount so you know how much you really have to work with. But how do you find a lender? What's the difference between banks, credit unions and mortgage bankers? 
We'll cover all of that and give you a few things to consider as you tackle that process.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1793794 Thu, 10 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0700 690 full false Title & Escrow Title & Escrow Real Estate is full of jargon. You hear words like 'Title & Escrow' all the time. But what do they mean and why are they important?

We talk about those things and more this week. Have a listen, let us know if you have questions and as always, let us know if you have any topics you'd like us to cover!

]]> Real Estate is full of jargon. You hear words like 'Title & Escrow' all the time. But what do they mean and why are they important?

We talk about those things and more this week. Have a listen, let us know if you have questions and as always, let us know if you have any topics you'd like us to cover!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1804678 Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0700 802 full false New NWMLS Rules and What You Need to Know New NWMLS Rules and What You Need to Know The NWMLS is the main governing body for the Real Estate industry in the state of Washington. Not only is it is a great resource for getting homes listed and before as many prospective buyers as possible, it also works to protect the rights of buyers and sellers.

Beginning October 1, 2019, a new rule about the disclosure of Buyer/Broker fees will go into effect. Find out what you need to know.

]]> The NWMLS is the main governing body for the Real Estate industry in the state of Washington. Not only is it is a great resource for getting homes listed and before as many prospective buyers as possible, it also works to protect the rights of buyers and sellers.

Beginning October 1, 2019, a new rule about the disclosure of Buyer/Broker fees will go into effect. Find out what you need to know.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1772530 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0700 710 Real Estate, NWMLS, Real Estate Rules, Home buying, Home selling full false What You Need to Know About Your Credit Score What You Need to Know About Your Credit Score Financing is a key part of buying a new home. And to get that financing, banks are going to run a credit report on you. Do you know what your credit score looks like? Do you think it's accurate? Do you need some help getting it corrected or repaired?

In this episode, we talk with Maria Kolesnikoff with Kidworth Group & Associates about credit. Things to consider, best ways to go about checking your score, what you can do to maintain your score or what you can do to help it! 

]]> Financing is a key part of buying a new home. And to get that financing, banks are going to run a credit report on you. Do you know what your credit score looks like? Do you think it's accurate? Do you need some help getting it corrected or repaired?

In this episode, we talk with Maria Kolesnikoff with Kidworth Group & Associates about credit. Things to consider, best ways to go about checking your score, what you can do to maintain your score or what you can do to help it! 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1725184 Thu, 19 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0700 1152 Real Estate, Credit Score, Credit Reporting, Home Buyer, First-time home buyer full false Open Houses -- What to Expect Open Houses -- What to Expect If you're selling a home, holding an Open House is a great way to attract a lot of people to your home. What should you do to prepare for that event? What is your agent's role?

If you're looking for homes, go to some Open Houses! But consider a few points of etiquette when visiting other homes.

We'll give you an idea of what to expect, whether you're the home seller or looking to purchase a home.

]]> If you're selling a home, holding an Open House is a great way to attract a lot of people to your home. What should you do to prepare for that event? What is your agent's role?

If you're looking for homes, go to some Open Houses! But consider a few points of etiquette when visiting other homes.

We'll give you an idea of what to expect, whether you're the home seller or looking to purchase a home.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1697419 Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0700 914 full false Home Staging -- Does it Work? Home Staging -- Does it Work? This week we talk about home staging. Is it necessary? Can I do it myself or do I need to hire someone? Where did the idea of staging a home even come from and what all does it entail? 

Tune in as we answer these questions and more!

]]> This week we talk about home staging. Is it necessary? Can I do it myself or do I need to hire someone? Where did the idea of staging a home even come from and what all does it entail? 

Tune in as we answer these questions and more!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1653436 Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0700 1110 full false Listing Your Home Listing Your Home Listing your home is really just Real Estate jargon for putting your home on the market. 
What things should you consider? Do you need an agent? How do you find an agent? What kinds of things need to happen to make sure your home is ready? Is staging necessary? 

We'll answer these questions and more! 

]]> Listing your home is really just Real Estate jargon for putting your home on the market. 
What things should you consider? Do you need an agent? How do you find an agent? What kinds of things need to happen to make sure your home is ready? Is staging necessary? 

We'll answer these questions and more! 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1616839 Thu, 29 Aug 2019 11:00:00 -0700 1198 full false I'm ready to buy a home! Where do I find them? Do I need an agent? I'm ready to buy a home! Where do I find them? Do I need an agent? You saved the money. You've secured home financing. You've made your list of home/location criteria. Now what? How do you find these homes? Is an agent necessary? What do you risk if you do it on your own?  

We'll answer these questions and more!

]]> You saved the money. You've secured home financing. You've made your list of home/location criteria. Now what? How do you find these homes? Is an agent necessary? What do you risk if you do it on your own?  

We'll answer these questions and more!

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1584412 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 11:00:00 -0700 1000 Real Estate, Real Estate agent, home buying, first time home buyer full false Forms, Forms, Forms. So. Many. Forms. Forms, Forms, Forms. So. Many. Forms. Buying and/or selling a house should be an exciting time. It usually signals a new chapter full of anticipation. Except the forms. What a killjoy. But they are an important and necessary part of the process for all parties involved. We'll address some of the 'whys' behind those forms and let you know how your Realtor can help.

]]> Buying and/or selling a house should be an exciting time. It usually signals a new chapter full of anticipation. Except the forms. What a killjoy. But they are an important and necessary part of the process for all parties involved. We'll address some of the 'whys' behind those forms and let you know how your Realtor can help.

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1550323 Thu, 15 Aug 2019 11:00:00 -0700 883 Real Estate, Home Buying, Real Estate Forms, Home Selling full false Building Inspections Building Inspections The idea of a building inspection for a home you're trying to buy or sell sounds a bit scary. It can be easy to think the inspector is trying to ruin everything. But that's really not the case. Find out more about this process and why it's really not as daunting as it seems. 

]]> The idea of a building inspection for a home you're trying to buy or sell sounds a bit scary. It can be easy to think the inspector is trying to ruin everything. But that's really not the case. Find out more about this process and why it's really not as daunting as it seems. 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1521724 Thu, 08 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0700 867 Real Estate, home buying, building inspections 1 full false Law of Agency -- What Does That Mean? Law of Agency -- What Does That Mean? Buyer's Agent, Seller's Agent, Dual Agency . . . You hear these terms thrown around, but what do they really mean? How can you be sure your agent is really representing you, whether you're a buyer or a seller? 

]]> Buyer's Agent, Seller's Agent, Dual Agency . . . You hear these terms thrown around, but what do they really mean? How can you be sure your agent is really representing you, whether you're a buyer or a seller? 

]]> Ray Dove Buzzsprout-1488262 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 14:00:00 -0700 634 full false HOAs and Rules and Regulations HOAs and Rules and Regulations C,C,&Rs, HOA, Sewer capacity . . . What does all of that mean and how can they affect the home buying process? 

]]> C,C,&Rs, HOA, Sewer capacity . . . What does all of that mean and how can they affect the home buying process? 

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