Mauri Tracy, Real Estate Broker

09/18/2026

Down payment is only part of the cash plan for a first-time buyer.

• Earnest money: funds you may need soon after your offer is accepted.
• Home inspection: helps you learn the home's condition before moving forward.
• Appraisal: your lender may require one to confirm value.
• Closing costs: lender fees, title work, and prepaid taxes or insurance.
• Move-in cushion: locks, utilities, small repairs, and basics add up quickly.

If you want help planning the full budget before you tour, we are happy to help.

09/16/2026

Buying and selling at the same time can feel like two full-time jobs.

Start with the order, not the listings. Decide what happens first, know what you could likely walk away with, get your current home ready early, and build a backup plan for timing. That one sequence can make the whole move feel calmer.

For moves around Mill Creek, Bothell, Lynnwood, and Kirkland, timing can matter as much as price. If a move is on your radar, we are happy to help you map it out.

09/14/2026

09/14/2026

The big change that we're seeing right now is buyers have far more to choose from. Inventory is at a decade high, prices have adjusted, and buyers finally have real negotiating power, but the most compelling homes are still selling fast. Strategy, not the market, determines your outcome this fall.

09/12/2026

It’s a good day at the dog park 🐾💙

09/12/2026

Found some Island vibe in Mill Creek 🗿🏝️ - great food and fun drinks!

09/10/2026

The littles learning soccer and making friends 🥰

09/10/2026

I’m so happy to be a part of this group! Truly exceptional connections!!

September Issue is 🔥🔥🔥

09/09/2026

Wow! Big plans for Mill City of Mill Creek, Washington!