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As the Mariners lead the American League West early in the season, it's only fitting to draw parallels between baseball and real estate. Buying a home in the past 4 years may have felt like a full 9-inning ball game, with some even experiencing extra innings – exhausting yet thrilling at the end. Conversely, selling a home may have seemed like a quick game over by the 3rd inning, leaving you confident, financially fulfilled, and ready for the next chapter. However, with higher interest rates and increased inventory entering the spring market, signs are emerging that the game might be changing. Similar to baseball, the real estate season is long and filled with its share of ups and downs. Let's talk home runs. The Mariners have hit 33 home runs so far this season, placing them right in the middle of the pack. Did you know that 16% of all hits in baseball are home runs? Achieving a home run in baseball requires a combination of technique, strength, and timing. From the stance and grip to swing mechanics, eye contact, timing, and follow-through, hitting a home run demands a blend of skills and a lot of practice. Strikingly similar to making an all-star appearance in real estate. In real estate, the mindset of hitting a home run mirrors that of baseball. When it's your turn to step up to the plate in the big moment, it's essential to be prepared to deliver. Let's explore the key steps to selling your home in this month's edition. Key Steps to Sell Your Home with us: 1. Preparation and Presentation: Ensure the home is in its best condition, both aesthetically and structurally, to attract potential buyers. 2. Pricing Strategy: Set the right price based on market trends, comparable sales, and the unique features of the property. 3. Marketing Plan: Develop a comprehensive marketing strategy to showcase the home's best features and reach the buyers who desire your home’s unique features. 4. Showings and Open Houses: Coordinate showings and open houses to give potential buyers a firsthand experience of the property. 5. Negotiation Skills: Navigate offers and counteroffers with skill and professionalism to secure the best deal for the seller. 6. Closing Process: Guide the seller through the intricate process of closing the sale, ensuring a smooth and successful transaction. We believe these insights will help you step up to the plate and hit a home run in your real estate endeavors this season. Read on for more insights and relevant home information. |
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| Increase the Value of Your Home? |
| Recently, the Trey Danna Team spoke to Kyle Schurman at House Digest to discuss the 5-piece bathroom. |
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| | Recently, the Trey Danna Team spoke to the London News about 7 common mistakes that devalue your home. |
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| | | Experts help you find actionable and easy ways to minimize your home maintenance routine. |
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| | | Spring is a time for movement, so it is an opportune time to move items in, out and around our homes. Choose a room or area in your home and rearrange the furniture or decorations to see how it affects your feelings towards that space. Reflect on the changes and what they reveal about your preferences. What colors, textures and items do you prefer? Add or keep those and re-home the rest. Over time, you'll feel a subtle shift in how you feel in your space. |
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| | | | Logan, rising sophomore at the University of Colorado Boulder, is heading home for the summer. Packed with memories and experiences, he's grateful for the friendships, personal growth and newfound perspective he found at CU Boulder. Note: Logan is pictured second from the right. |
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| | | | | Grab some friends and go on a wine tasting adventure of local wineries along Main Street in Old Bellevue. A celebration of Spring featuring a Wine Walk with pop-up tastings with 21 local wineries hosted at Old Bellevue merchants. Meet winemakers from local wineries and sip, shop, & stroll along Old Bellevue – the gem of the Eastside that’s lively, intimate, and friendly! |
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| Seattle International Film Festival |
| Celebrating its 50th year in 2024, the festival will spotlight new voices alongside established directors, films from more than 70 countries, sensational hit independents, and films that have yet to break through to the US audiences. Everyone’s invited to the party to celebrate cinema in SIFF theaters and venues throughout the city. |
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| | | | This year’s festival will feature lots of vendors, great food trucks and as always, a GREAT place to come and shop for Mother’s Day, kick off the spring weather and spend time with your family and friends. |
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| | The 16th Annual Flower Festival at Pike Place Market is a celebration of local farmers and the beautiful bouquets they put together every day. This popular event has been taking place over Mother’s Day weekend for the last 16 years. Celebrate the beauty and diversity of flowers in the Pacific Northwest. |
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| | 4136 Southwest Austin Street |
| 5 BD 3 BA 2975 SF $1,375,000 |
| Remodeled, West Seattle contemporary with spectacular western views to Puget Sound & Olympic Mountains. |
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| | 1 BD 1 BA 720 SF $2,250,000 5.240 AC VACANT LAND zoned for resort development |
| Embrace a unique & exclusive opportunity to make your mark in historic Ocean Park. Situated on the corner of Bay & Park Ave, this property offers a front-row view of breathtaking sunsets. |
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| | Thank you for reading our entire newsletter. Respond to this email with your favorite home phrase - home team, home run, home plate, home game OR create your own favorite baseball home phrase. Responses will be entered into a drawing for 2 tickets to M's v Blue Jays on July 5th. Please respond by May 9th for a chance to win. |
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Compass is a licensed real estate broker. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. |
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