• Thinking About Buying in 2026? Here’s How to Prepare,Sievers Real Estate

    Thinking About Buying in 2026? Here’s How to Prepare

      Quietly, the housing market is starting to pick up. New information from NerdWallet shows more people are thinking about buying a home again. Last year, about 15% of people said they planned to buy within the next year. This year, that number has grown to 17%. A 2% increase may seem small, but aft

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  • How Down Payment Assistance Makes Homeownership in Washington More Affordable,Sievers Real Estate

    How Down Payment Assistance Makes Homeownership in Washington More Affordable

      For many hopeful buyers, the dream of homeownership can feel just out of reach — not because they can’t afford the monthly payment, but because saving up for the down payment and closing costs feels like climbing a mountain. Here’s the good news: Washington State offers several programs designed t

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  • Don’t Let the Calendar Control Your Home Sale,Sievers Real Estate

    Don’t Let the Calendar Control Your Home Sale

      In much of the country, real estate moves in waves. Spring kicks off the frenzy—sellers rush to list, buyers flood the market, and summer keeps the momentum going. By fall, activity starts to taper off. Winter in places like the Midwest or Northeast can bring things to a near standstill, with snow

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