Mary Jacob, Real Estate Broker with Designed Realty

11/05/2025

Number of Homes for sale in King County, WA, for the years 2023, 2024, and 2025 for October.

Inventory is up in every region compared to this time last year – and that means more homes to choose from, more room to negotiate with sellers, and far less stress.
And don’t forget – prices are softening, mortgage rates are easing off their highs, and the intense pressure buyers felt over the past few years has cooled.
So, if you paused your search because the market didn’t feel right for you, it’s time to take another look. This is a different kind of moment – and it might be the one that finally gets you home.

DM me if you’d like a free copy of my latest Guide to Buying a Home to help you get your search re-started.

10/27/2025

For sellers, if you plan to sell your home, pricing it correctly is crucial in this market.
For Buyers: Inventory is up by 20% from this time last year. This IS a great time to buy.

Why are some homes selling and other sitting, especially as more houses have hit the market this year?

The difference isn’t luck. It’s strategy.

With more homes to choose from and pickier buyers, the ones that are priced right, prepped well, and marketed effectively from day one are getting offers. And those homes are selling.

If this is your year to move, there’s one thing you should know: the right local agent with an expert, proven strategy can help your house sell in any market.

When you’re ready to learn more, let’s talk. No commitment, just information you can use to call your shot.

09/27/2025

🎈🎈Have you been looking in Bellevue? Enjoy resort-style living in this tastefully upgraded prime Bellevue neighborhood, offering 3 beds/3 baths + office and MIL suite/den space with a private oasis; a custom-tiled, gas-heated in-ground pool, and hot tub! 🎈🎈

🎈🎈OPEN HOUSE - Saturday, Sept. 27 from 12-2! 🎈🎈

09/11/2025

🏡If you are looking for a place to rent in the Snoqualmie Valley, in the city of North Bend, come visit this home! It is as good as new. Located in the Tanner area in the Cascade Canyon neighborhood. Surrounded by mountains ⛰ seen from your backyard, the river as you step outside the neighborhood🛶and trails all around you, it's truly a place to live and play.

This 2240 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 3040 SE 15th St, North Bend, WA.

08/26/2025

This is a great time to be a buyer!

Remember when homes sold in a matter of days? Or hours?

Now, homes are on the market for an average of 58 days. That’s nearly double the time we saw during the frenzy just a few years ago.

That means you have more time to think. More time to negotiate. And less pressure to rush into a decision.

If you gave up on your move because of the intensity from a few years ago, things have changed. Let’s look at how much breathing room you’ve got in our local market.

06/24/2025

A growing number of homeowners are overestimating today’s market. ​And that’s why the number of sellers dropping their price is back at normal levels.​

A lot of the time this is happening because they’re not paying attention to current conditions. The best way to avoid that mistake? Lean on the expertise of an agent.

If you want a proven pricing strategy that works for today's market, let's connect.

06/24/2025

Who would like to live in Ames Lakes in a completely updated home? Check it out.

06/22/2025

A rare opportunity, "street of dreams" home in beautiful North Bend!

🎈Come and visit the OPEN HOUSE Sunday, June 22 from 12-2pm 🎈

895 Snoqualm Place, North Bend, WA 98045.

06/07/2025

🌟🌟Open house today, Saturday, June 7 from 1 to 3pm!
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8011 Douglas Ave SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065🏡🏠🎈🔑

Townhome possibly for a first time home buyer or anyone looking to downsize.
Magnolia Circle has one of the lowest HOA fees for a townhouse/condo in Snoqualmie ridge.

06/03/2025

Are you thinking about tackling a few home projects?

Whether you're planning to sell soon or not, you should know not every upgrade is going to add value.

Here’s some national data on projects where you’re most likely to recoup your costs. Just remember, your area may look a little different based on which features are in demand here.

So, before you dive in, let’s talk about what’s actually worth it in your market. Because the ones that have the best return on your upfront investment may surprise you.