Nikki Carson, Professional Realty Services

06/10/2025

Scaling walls and navigating the Tacoma market — both require grit and the right partner. Let me know if you want a climbing buddy or a real estate one.

10/02/2023

JUST LISTED!!!
Everybody knows someone looking for the perfect starter house.
This is the one.
Have them call me.
253-444-8154

Adorable Craftsman home available. Home is 1200 square feet with 3 bedrooms, and 1 full bath. Good sized kitchen with plenty of cabinet space for all your cooking needs. 1 bedroom on the main floor and two bedrooms upstairs. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the cute front porch, or head into the detached 1....

07/17/2023

JUST LISTED

Welcome to your dream home! This 1430 SQFT, 4 bed, 1.75 bath, rambler has been impeccably maintained and offers the perfect blend of comfort and style. This residence is bright, and spacious. 4 bedrooms offer ample space for a home office or hobby room. Primary bedroom has an attached bath. Living r...

07/15/2023

Beer cheese, anyone? Perfect for those games days or when you have people over. You can substitute any beer and get creative with your choice of cheese.

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07/08/2023

There are a lot of mistakes that can be made when buying your first home, but I am here to make sure that no mistakes will be made! If you are thinking about buying a home you can always give me a call. I can guarantee the entire process will be error free! 😀

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06/18/2023

In honor of Father's Day, here are some of my favorite dad jokes:

✨ I'm afraid for the calendar. Their days are numbered.

✨ I thought the dryer was shrinking my clothes. Turns out it was the fridge all along.

✨ A skeleton walks into a bar and says, "Hey bartender! I'll take a beer and a mop."

✨ I don't trust those trees. They seem kind of shady.

✨ You think swimming with sharks is expensive? Swimming with sharks cost me an arm and a leg.

✨ I used to play piano by ear. Now I use my hands.

✨ What's brown and sticky? A stick.

✨ Wanna hear a joke about paper? Never mind—it's tearable.

I hope you enjoyed! 😂😂

06/16/2023

Father's Day is coming up soon! Where is the best place to buy dad a gift? Put your answers in the comments!

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06/14/2023

Questions about the current market? I'm here for you!
Give me a call or shoot me a text.

253-444-8154

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06/12/2023

If you are thinking about listing your home with me, it is absolutely OKAY to ask any and all questions!

Here are some ideas of questions to ask if you are deciding on a real estate agent:

1) How long have you been a local real estate agent?

2) Do you specialize in home buying or selling?

3) Do you have references or reviews?

4) When can I talk to you?

5) Will I be working with you personally or a team?

6) Do you hold open houses?

7) How will you expose/advertise my home?

8) How will you determine the price of my home?

Let's chat and discuss the process. Give me a call or shoot me a text.

253-444-8154

06/09/2023

These watermelon skewers are perfect for your next backyard BBQ!

-In a large bowl, gently toss together two tomatoes cut and cored, sliced watermelon, cubed feta cheese, 2 tbsp of chopped mint, 2.5 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and salt + pepper

-Cover and chill 30 minutes to 1 hour

-Thread 1 tomato piece, 1 watermelon cube, and 1 feta cube onto a skewer, and place in a serving bowl. Repeat with remaining skewers. Drizzle with remaining marinade, and serve immediately.

06/07/2023

Myth!

The main reason sellers believe that selling their home “for sale by owner” (FSBO) is a good idea is because they think it will save them money. This is a common real estate myth, that sellers often learn to be untrue the hard way.

FSBO’s usually end up losing money by not hiring a professional real estate agent, if the deal even makes it to closing. This could be due to several different reasons.

Did the FSBO overprice their home and it didn’t sell for 6 months? Was the transaction mishandled, ending up in a buyer being declined after 3 months under contract? Did the FSBO not know how to negotiate the best price and terms for their home? Did the FSBO underestimate the cost of repairs they agreed to? Did the FSBO not understand the home would not pass bank appraisal? Did they understand the laws & contractual obligations? Opening yourself up for a lawsuit is never a good choice.

Real estate transactions are complicated. There are a seemingly endless list of issues that often arise and an experienced agent knows to get in front of potential issues before they become a problem.

If you are thinking about listing, give me a call or text and I will help you get the most money possible for your home without all the drama. I've been doing this for 12 years. You will be in good hands.

253-444-8154

06/05/2023

What is the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval?

1. Pre-qualifications give you an estimate of what you may be eligible to borrow. Pre-approvals tell you what you can ACTUALLY borrow.

2. A pre-approval requires thorough documentation. A pre-qualification does not.

3. A pre-approval requires a credit history check.

So here’s the scoop: A mortgage pre-qualification CAN be a first step to getting a mortgage if you are unsure if you will qualify—one that gives you a rough idea of how much you can borrow. Since the prequalification process is quick and easy, it can help you get the ball rolling, and start working with a lender.

You get pre-approved when you are ready to work with a real estate agent and to begin viewing homes. In fact, if you want any credibility as a homebuyer or your offer to even be considered by a seller, you need a pre-approval. Home sellers know how easy it is to get a prequalification—that’s why they don’t hold much weight.