WinninghamKing & Associates

09/18/2026

What makes a location worthy of a second home? Increasingly, it may be less about proximity to a major city and more about choosing a place with a distinct sense of purpose.

New research highlighted by Sotheby's International Realty points to Nantucket, Vineyard Haven and Breckenridge among the country's leading vacation-home markets. In Nantucket, second homes account for 55% of the housing market, while vacation properties represent 54.4% in Vineyard Haven and 46% in Breckenridge.

For those considering a second home, the broader takeaway is worth noting: scenery, recreation and quality of life continue to carry significant value. Whether that means a mountain retreat, waterfront escape or somewhere entirely different, understanding how you plan to use a home is often the best place to begin.
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09/16/2026

Some of the most interesting design ideas are anything but new. With the historic Bayeux Tapestry on loan to the British Museum this fall, centuries-old textile art is having a renewed influence on interiors. Tapestries and embroidered pieces bring warmth, texture, and a sense of history into a room, qualities that can be especially striking alongside contemporary furnishings.

It's a thoughtful reminder that, sometimes, the pieces with the most staying power are the ones that have a story to tell.
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09/15/2026

Fall can be an interesting time to be a buyer. While spring traditionally gets the most attention, today's market is giving buyers something many have been waiting for: more choices and more time to make thoughtful decisions.

As always, the right timing depends on your individual goals, finances and the market you're considering. After 75+ combined years in real estate, we know that the best decisions are about understanding the conditions in front of you. Keeping Current Matters looks at why this fall may offer opportunities for buyers who have been sitting on the sidelines.

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…

09/13/2026

A home search gets a lot more interesting when you begin with the life you want to live.

Maybe that means mornings near the Kirkland waterfront, ferry access and forest trails on Bainbridge Island, weekends in Discovery Park from Magnolia, or being steps from the restaurants, music, and energy of Capitol Hill. The right neighborhood influences so much of daily life, from your commute and favorite coffee stop to how you spend your weekends.

It can also shape the long-term value of your purchase. Access to waterfront, parks, transit, employment centers, schools, and other enduring amenities can help a neighborhood remain desirable even as inventory, interest rates, and market conditions change.

If you’re thinking about buying but haven’t narrowed down exactly where, that’s a great place for us to start. Reach out and tell us how you want to live. We’d love to help you explore neighborhoods, compare the possibilities, and begin your home search.

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09/12/2026

A new listing status is now live in Washington, and it gives sellers more flexibility before a home officially hits the market.

It’s called First Look, and here’s the simple version: a seller can publicly market a home for up to 21 days while preparing for its Active launch. During that time, every First Look listing is still entered into Northwest MLS and visible to all 30,000+ member brokers, so buyers are not limited to one real estate company’s private network.

Sellers also get to make a few important choices during that preview period. They can allow showings or wait until the home becomes Active. They can also decide whether the property appears on IDX websites, which is simply the system that allows MLS listings to appear on participating public real estate websites, or use a more selective public marketing approach instead.

For buyers, the key takeaway is this: a home may be available through your broker before you see it on the public real estate sites you regularly browse.

For sellers, First Look creates more control around timing, preparation, showings, and early exposure without removing the property from the broader broker marketplace.

It’s a meaningful change, and one more reason it helps to have a broker who understands how the different listing statuses work and how they may affect your strategy.

If you’re buying or selling in Seattle, Kirkland, Bellevue, or the greater Eastside, we’re happy to explain how First Look may affect your strategy.

Updated listing rules expand flexibility for home sellers while preserving an open and comprehensive marketplace Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS), the premier broker-owned multiple listing service in the Pacific Northwest, today announced updated listing options designed to further expand....

09/03/2026

North Beach is now home for our buyers, and this one brings together so much of what makes a property special: thoughtful design, flexible living, and room to grow. The reimagined mid-century home features four bedrooms across two levels, a beautifully updated kitchen, a serene primary suite, central A/C, and a permitted one-bedroom DADU that adds even more versatility for guests, multigenerational living, or future income potential.

Congratulations to our clients on a wonderful purchase. Welcome home!

📍9001 28th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117
🏡 4 Beds | 2.25 Baths | 2,545 Sq. Ft.
💲 Sold for $1,510,000
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09/02/2026

A home can become more comfortable and easier to live in over time without losing the character and style that made you love it in the first place.

A recent Seattle Times feature looks at the increasingly thoughtful side of aging in place, from lever hardware and better lighting to curbless showers, pull-down shelving, wider openings, and accessibility features that are intentionally integrated into the design. With fewer than 4% of U.S. homes offering basic accessibility features, planning ahead can make a meaningful difference.

For homeowners who hope to stay in a beloved home for years to come, some of the smartest renovations may be the ones that make everyday living easier now while giving you more flexibility later.

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08/31/2026

What do a first-time buyer and a longtime homeowner ready to downsize have in common? More than you might think.

A recent analysis points to a growing housing challenge: both groups are often looking for the same kinds of homes, yet many communities simply don’t offer enough variety. In fact, AARP research cited in the article found that 85% of neighborhoods contain only single-family homes, leaving fewer options such as townhomes, condos, duplexes, and ADUs for people whose needs are changing.

This is also where a well-connected real estate broker (or team like ours) can make a meaningful difference. When the right home isn’t obvious in the available inventory, relationships with other brokers, local market knowledge, and a willingness to look beyond the usual search can broaden what’s possible.

If you’re trying to find a first home, simplify your next chapter, or simply figure out what options might fit your life now, we’re always happy to help you explore what’s out there → https://bit.ly/44uVzBG.

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08/29/2026

This beautifully reimagined Upper Preston home sits on two tranquil acres and offers a flexible four-bedroom layout with dual primary suites, accessibility-minded features, and thoughtful finishes including hickory hardwoods, Douglas fir millwork, Pella windows, and an updated kitchen with quartzite countertops. With the major renovation work substantially complete, the final details now become an exciting opportunity for our clients to put their own stamp on the home and bring the vision across the finish line. Welcome home!

📍 33010 SE 110th Street, Issaquah
🏡 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2,490 Sq. Ft.
💲Sold for $1,318,000 | Buyer Represented
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08/22/2026

What if your next beach day came with an investment property attached?

This three-story Ocean Shores triplex pairs unobstructed Pacific Ocean views with something investors will appreciate immediately: all three residences are currently occupied, including two by long-term tenants who have called the property home for more than nine years. Custom-built to make the most of its western exposure, each unit features walls of windows, private decks, open living spaces, gourmet kitchens, granite countertops, fireplaces, and soaking tubs, while a path from the property leads directly toward miles of shoreline.

If you’ve been looking for a coastal investment with established tenancy, in-place rental income, and a setting people genuinely want to stay in, this one deserves a closer look. Reach out to us with questions or to arrange a trip to see it in person. We’ll happily make a beach day out of it while we’re there. 🌊

1029 S Sand Dune Avenue SW, Ocean Shores, WA 98569
Offered at $985,000

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