Chris Butler Realtor HawkinsPoe

04/06/2023

Here are the February market stats. Right around President's Day Weekend there was a noticeable increase in market activity. Month over month increases in average sales prices and percentage of list price. On top of that a small reduction in days on market. Call me today to talk about the market in your neighborhood!

02/09/2023

Here are the market stats for January! Pierce county has a 140% increase in residential inventory from January 2022. Average days on the market has increased significantly as well, from 19 days in 2022 to 51 days in 2023.

What does it all mean? Average residential sale price is up 1.1% from last year. Compare this to the 1%-2% MONTHLY increase in house prices during 2020-2022. The market has slowed down, but you house is still earning value!

01/10/2023

In the most recent market statistics, the power dynamic continues to shift toward the buyer. If you are in the market to buy or sell don't hesitate, call me today!

11/23/2022

My buyers knocked it out of the park! They got the house of their dreams in a gorgeous neighborhood, contingent offer, got all their requests satisfied, AND saved tons of money with a seller paid rate lock on their mortgage!

I'm so thankful every time I can help my clients, and these two were a blast to work with. Congrats Renae, Gabe, and Camber, you guys are rock stars!

10/18/2022

The September market updates are in for Pierce and Kitsap counties. No surprises here, the increase in interest rates has reduced the number of buyers in the market, causing inventory to stay on the market longer.

Buyers have more power now than they have had in a long time. Call me now to learn about how this shifting market is affecting your neighborhood!

09/22/2022

Check out our September Newsletter. Call me today if you want to talk about how dynamic this shifting market really is!

Frank Hawkins of Hawkins-Poe Real Estate, Fircrest WA, provides insight for this coming months marke...

09/07/2022

Check out these market updates for Pierce and Kitsap Counties. The increase in interest rates are cooling the market as intended, but your home is still increasing in value! On average houses are on the market 22 days, with about 1.7 months worth of inventory in Pierce county.

What does all of this mean? The market is coming back down to reality. Supply is starting to catch up with demand, but the market is not crashing.

If you want a deeper dive into the numbers give me a call today!

08/09/2022

Call me now to view this beautiful home! MLS #1972654.

07/22/2022

Home prices continued to increase in June. On average houses were on the market just over two weeks, while still closing over list price.

Come on out and see our new listing on Sentinel Loop in Harbor Hill!

07/22/2022

Come out and view this gorgeous 5 Bed 3 Bath home in Harbor Hill! Beautifully remodeled all white kitchen.

$879,900 | 5 Bed | 3 Bath | You’ll be wowed the moment you walk in the door of this newly remodeled 5 bed 3 bath home in the desirable Harbor Hill neighborhood! The large open concept main floor is perfect for hosting, with ample dining space and an oversized chef inspired kitchen and pantry finis...

06/08/2022

Here are some market facts for Pierce and Kitsap counties. While the average houses are on the market slightly longer they are still closing above list price. Inventory is still low.

05/27/2022

It's always a great morning when I can combine the things I love: my boys, our beautiful downtown Gig Harbor, and pancakes! Thank you Netshed 9 for the ginormous and delicious breakfast.

Call me today so I can help you find your dream home!