Kim Goyette Realtor

09/30/2026

❗PRICE REDUCED❗

📍853 Fowler St, Raymond, WA 98577

https://premier-group-downtown-longview-wa.remax.com/property/21-2563645-853-fowler-street-raymond-WA-98577

This charming three-bedroom, one-bath home offers a practical layout and plenty of room to make it your own. With original features like hardwood floors, it’s full of character and ready for your personal touch. The yard is ideal for gardening or outdoor projects, and its convenient location keeps you close to schools, parks, and all the amenities in town.

09/11/2026

🏡 Thinking About Selling? Here’s How to Avoid Easy Inspection Call‑Outs
If you’re planning to sell your home, a smooth inspection can make a huge difference. The good news? Many of the most common inspection issues are simple, inexpensive fixes you can tackle before you ever hit the market.

Here’s your Selling 101 Prep List to help avoid unnecessary red flags:

🔧 Fix peeling or chipped paint
Inspectors always call this out, especially on exterior trim, decks, and older homes. A quick scrape and repaint goes a long way.

🔌 Replace missing outlet & switch covers
This cost is insignificant and gets flagged every time. Easy win.

🔥 Make sure your garage drywall is intact
The drywall in your garage acts as a fire barrier. Any missing or damaged sheetrock will be noted, so patching it now is essential to go to close! Appraiser will call this every time!

🚨 Install required smoke & CO detectors
Washington State requires both. Missing detectors = automatic inspection and appraisal condition!

🚰 Check for leaking faucets & running toilets
Even tiny drips get flagged. Tighten connections, replace washers, or swap out old fixtures if needed.

🪟 Look for broken seals or foggy windows
If you see condensation between panes, inspectors will call it. Sometimes it’s a simple repair.

🚪 Test doors & locks
Make sure doors latch properly, deadbolts work, and nothing sticks.

💡 Replace burnt‑out bulbs
If a light doesn’t turn on, inspectors often assume an electrical issue even if it’s just a bulb.

🧹 Clean gutters & clear debris
Overflowing gutters = moisture concerns. Quick clean‑out solves it.

A little prep now can save you stress later and help your home show its best during inspection and appraisal.

If you’re thinking about selling and want a pre‑listing walkthrough, I’m happy to help you spot the easy fixes before buyers ever step inside.

Send me a message and let’s get your home ready to shine.

Call now to connect with business.

09/06/2026

09/05/2026

📊 Washington Housing Market Update (NWMLS – August 2026)
Buyers gained more choices as inventory expanded sharply, while sales and prices eased due to high interest rates and inflation pressures.

🏡 Key Market Highlights (Washington State – NWMLS)
Inventory & Listings
Active listings up 22% year‑over‑year (24,675 homes vs. 20,219 last year).

9,546 new listings added, a 9.3% increase from August 2025.

25 of 27 counties saw inventory growth — strongest in:

Wahkiakum (+55.2%)

Snohomish (+39.3%)

Okanogan (+38.4%)

Thurston (+33.2%)

Walla Walla (+32.9%)

Sales Activity
Closed sales down 7.6% year‑over‑year (5,861 vs. 6,341).

Pending sales also declined, reflecting buyer hesitation due to elevated mortgage rates.

Prices
Median sales price dipped 2.3% to $635,000 statewide.

Price softening is consistent across most counties, though local variation remains.

Months of Inventory
4.21 months of inventory, up from 3.19 months last year — moving toward a more balanced market.

Market Pressure Factors
High interest rates continue to suppress demand.

Inflation & global conflict (Iran) are pushing Treasury yields higher, affecting mortgage rates.

NWMLS economists expect continued rate pressure in the near term.

👥 What This Means for Buyers
✔ More Homes to Choose From
Inventory is expanding across nearly every county, giving buyers more selection and less competition.

✔ Negotiation Power Increasing
With sales slowing and prices easing, buyers are seeing:

More price reductions

More seller concessions

More rate‑buydown offers

✔ Affordability Still Challenging
High mortgage rates remain the biggest barrier.
Many buyers are turning to:

Down payment assistance

Seller credits

Temporary buydowns (2‑1 buydowns)

🏠 What This Means for Sellers
✔ More Competition
With inventory up 22%, sellers must price strategically and prepare homes well to stand out.

✔ Fewer Bidding Wars
Multiple‑offer situations are less common than in previous years.

✔ Homes Still Selling — But More Slowly
With closed sales down 7.6%, sellers should expect:

Longer days on market

More negotiation

More appraisal sensitivity

✔ Accurate Pricing Is Critical
Overpricing leads to stagnation, especially with buyers being payment‑sensitive due to rates.

📍 Bottom Line for the Pacific Northwest
Washington’s housing market is shifting toward balance:

More inventory

Slightly lower prices

Slower sales

High interest rates keeping demand in check

Buyers benefit from more choices, while sellers must adjust expectations and pricing strategies.

Call now to connect with business.

09/05/2026

📉 Mortgage Rates Spike to 13‑Month High Amid Iran Conflict
Mortgage rates jumped to 6.71%, the highest level in over a year, after U.S. airstrikes on Iran triggered a sharp sell‑off in the bond market. When investors move out of bonds during global conflict, Treasury yields rise, and mortgage rates follow.

The situation is also pushing oil prices higher, adding inflation pressure and making borrowing more expensive for homebuyers nationwide. Combined with ongoing market volatility, affordability continues to tighten across many U.S. housing markets.

🏠 What This Means for Buyers & Sellers
For Buyers:

Expect higher monthly payments and stricter affordability.

Rate volatility may continue as geopolitical tensions evolve.

Locking rates quickly could help avoid sudden spikes.

For Sellers:

Some buyers may step back due to affordability concerns.

Homes priced accurately will still move, but demand may soften.

Expect more negotiation around closing costs and rate‑buydowns.

🔎 The Bigger Picture
Global conflict often leads to market uncertainty, and mortgage rates tend to react immediately. Until conditions stabilize, we may see continued fluctuations in rates and buyer activity.

08/30/2026

🏡 PENDING! 🎉

📍 21414 44th Avenue Ct E, Spanaway, WA 98387

This beautiful Spanaway home is officially PENDING! 🎊

Congratulations and thank you for trusting me to help make this happen. We’re one step closer to the finish line! 🥂🔑

Thinking about selling your home? Let’s get yours PENDING next! 📲

08/22/2026

🏡👀 $10,000.00 BUYER CREDT!

If you’ve been eyeing 4101 Arbor Drive SE in Lacey, here’s a perk you’ll love: the seller is offering a buyer credit. 💵

This can lower your closing costs, making the move more affordable. Or you can use it for home upgrades ✨ maybe new carpet, luxury vinyl plank, or a fresh coat of paint to match your style.

It’s a great opportunity to get into a home you love and make it feel brand‑new from day one. ✨🏠

08/22/2026

08/22/2026