Events in the Area Finally Checking Out the PenMet Rec Center The PenMet Parks Recreation Center has been open for almost a year now, and up until recently, I had only been there twice, once for a quick tour before it officially opened with my office, and another time to drop my daughter off at a birthday party. That was about it. My daughter had at […]
Things to See in Washingon A Sunny Day at Point Ruston This past weekend we made a trip over to Point Ruston and I’ll just say this, apparently everyone else had the exact same idea. The weather was about as good as it gets around here, and after a long stretch of gray, people were ready to be outside. It was busy… but honestly, that’s part […]
Things Eddie Likes A Rainy Forecast, a Trip to Hawaii, and a Lesson in Expectations We recently got back from a family trip to Honolulu, Hawaii, where we spent 8 nights trying to escape the cold and wet Pacific Northwest. Naturally, right before the trip, the forecast started looking… a little questionable. Not just a little rain, but actual storms for the first three days, with more rain sprinkled throughout […]
Washington Real Estate Is Spring Really the Best Time to Buy or Sell a Home? It’s that time of year again where the sun starts showing up a little more often, the days get longer, and getting out of the house actually sounds like a good idea. And like clockwork, the real estate market starts to pick up too. People are browsing homes more seriously, stopping by open houses, and […]
Washington Real Estate Control What You Can: A Simple Approach to Real Estate One of the biggest things I talk about with both buyers and sellers is this: in real estate, there’s only so much you can control. There are a lot of moving parts in any market. Interest rates shift, buyer demand comes and goes, new listings pop up, and sometimes it feels like even the weather […]
Events in the Area Spring Is Around the Corner… Time to Dust Off the Golf Clubs It’s starting to feel like spring is almost here, or at least I’m telling myself that as the sun shows up a little more often. Warmer weather, longer days… it’s that time of year where getting outside sounds like a pretty good idea. And for me, that usually means one thing: golf. Now, I wouldn’t […]
Washington Real Estate Deal Breakers When Buying a Home When you start looking for a home, most people naturally begin making a list in their head. You think about what you need; maybe a certain number of bedrooms, a good layout, or a specific location. Then there are the things that would be nice to have, like a bigger yard, a newer kitchen, or […]
Washington Real Estate Spring Is Almost Here: A Fresh Start for Your Home It’s starting to feel like spring is right around the corner, and after a long winter it always feels good to open the windows, let some fresh air in, and give the house a little reset. For many of us, spring cleaning and a little home maintenance go hand in hand. It doesn’t have to […]
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Washington Real Estate Rates Are Back Under 6% — Here’s Why That Matters There’s been a lot of conversation lately about mortgage rates, and for good reason. You may have seen conventional loan rates have recently dipped just below 6%, and FHA and VA loans are even lower. In today’s market, that’s significant. We haven’t seen rates this low in quite some time. I know many buyers are […]
Things to See in Washingon A Perfect First Trip to Woodinville Wine Country This past weekend, I took my first-ever trip to Woodinville, and it was also my first time wine tasting in Washington. Let me just say—Woodinville is such a great spot for a quick, easy getaway, especially if you love good wine, good food, and not having to overthink logistics. We stayed at Willows Lodge, which […]
Washington Real Estate Starting 2026: A Look At Our Local Real Estate Market As we settle into the start of 2026, I’ve been getting a lot of the same questions from clients and friends alike: What’s happening with the market right now? Is it a good time to buy or sell? The short answer—things are moving, but they’re doing so with a little more balance than we’ve seen […]
Events in the Area A Week at the Capitol: Charlie as a Legislative Page This past week was a pretty memorable one for our family, especially for my son Charlie. He had the opportunity to serve as a Legislative Page at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia, and it was such a cool experience for him to step into something completely new. The days started early — really early. […]
Events in the Area New Year, New Eats: What’s Coming to Gig Harbor One of the things I love about a new year is seeing what’s changing around town—especially when it comes to food and local businesses. Gig Harbor does a great job of holding onto its small-town charm, but it’s also fun to see new spots open their doors (and give us new excuses to eat out). […]
Washington Real Estate Looking Ahead to 2026 As we settle into a new year, I always like to pause and look ahead—not with a crystal ball, but with solid data and realistic expectations. Windermere’s Principal Economist, Jeff Tucker, recently released his 2026 real estate forecast, and while it may not scream headline-grabbing drama, that’s actually good news. A calmer, more balanced market […]
Washington Real Estate The Power of Referrals: A Grateful Start to the New Year As we start a new year, I always like to pause for a moment and reflect on the year behind us. One thing that stands out more than anything else is how fortunate I am to receive referrals from friends, family, past clients, and even other real estate agents. Referrals are incredibly meaningful. They aren’t […]
Events in the Area A Little Holiday Magic at Ancich Park 🎅🐾 If you were anywhere near Ancich Park last weekend, you may have noticed something extra festive going on. Every year in Gig Harbor, there’s a great tradition of free photos with Santa, and this year the event found a new home at Ancich Park. In the past, the photos were held at Donkey Creek Park. […]
Washington Real Estate Pierce County Housing Market Update: What the Last 12 Months of Inventory Tell Us If you’ve been keeping an eye on the Pierce County real estate market, you may have noticed things feel a little different than they did earlier this year. Looking at inventory trends from the past 12 months helps tell a clearer story of where the market has been — and where it may be heading […]
Events in the Area Winter Maintenance Tips to Keep Your PNW Home Safe & Comfortable Winter has officially arrived in the Pacific Northwest, which usually means colder temperatures, heavier rain, windstorms, and the occasional power outage. A little preparation now can save a lot of stress (and money) later. Here are some simple winter maintenance reminders to help keep your home healthy, safe, and comfortable through the colder months. Insulate […]
Crazy Times Thanksgiving: Food, Family, and a Good Power Nap Everyone celebrates Thanksgiving a little differently. Some people host big gatherings with friends and family, some keep it small, and some families operate on a strict schedule dictated entirely by football kick-off times. But no matter how you celebrate, there’s one universal truth about Thanksgiving: it all revolves around the food. Over the last few […]
Events in the Area A Saturday Stroll, Local Shops, and a Proud Dad Moment in Gig Harbor Last Saturday, Downtown Gig Harbor hosted one of my favorite community events: Shop the Harbor. If you’ve never been, picture the most walkable, scenic street in town lined with small businesses—some you know well and others you’ve probably walked past a dozen times without ever stepping inside (guilty). You can buy a ticket for perks […]