It’s hard to believe, the new year is here.  It’s a time for reflection, a time for planning, and a time for partying.  It’s a time to make those new year’s resolutions we all hope to keep.  Most of all it’s time to have fun, appreciate what you do have:  your friends, family, and health. […]

Thinking about the economy in 2011?   Who isn’t these days? Local economist, Matthew Gardner presented his predictions for next year’s economy and the real estate market. (photo: Andrew@cubagallery) Here are a few of his predictions for 2011: Economic growth will remain slow, particularly for the first half of the year. An “easing” in the […]

Attention all you Seattle eastsiders: Have a Very Merry “Green” Holiday! Holiday Lights Looking for a last minute gift idea? Give a tote bag or sign someone up for weekly home deliveries of local produce.  Full Circle Farms has terrific produce available. Can you re-use a potato chip bag to wrap presents? Check this video […]

The Seattle-eastside market is balanced.  Surprised by that?  Here’s why I say this: A balanced market is when homes on average are selling in 3-6 months.  This means there was a more level playing field between buyers and sellers during that particular month, in this case November 2010.  Given the news we hear, it’s surprising […]