Julie Cooke, Coldwell Banker Evergreen Olympic Realty

09/26/2026

PSA: Summer has left the chat and chlorophyll is OUT. Xanthophylls, carotenes, and anthocyanins are IN.

As daylight shrinks and temperatures sink, fall is officially fashioning up on the mountain—and it's giving looks courtesy of chemistry. Plants have been preparing for abscission (aka “cutting off”), restricting the movement of sugars between leaf and stem. As chlorophyll breaks down, other pigments finally get their moment in the spotlight: xanthophylls pop off in gold, carotenes serve orange, and anthocyanins bring the drama in red.

Heading to the trail? Time for a fit check. Check the forecast, bring layers, and pack the 10 Essentials. Remember: there’s no bad weather, just poor preparation.

Every fall serves something different, with weather, drought, and early frost shaping the season’s palette. What looks are you serving?

NPS Photo / Filo Merid

08/14/2026

Just listed in Yelm! This cute home sits on almost a full quarter acre, and is fully fenced. A functional split floor plan with 3 beds, 1.75 bath, and a HUGE kitchen. Just a one owner home, and bought new in 2023, so plenty of life left in all the major components giving you peace of mind for years to come. In a community with playgrounds, walking trails, and an in ground pool- bring your pets and toys, and move on in!
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07/27/2026

In this business, doing such a good job that referrals are a natural outcome is always my goal…AND when someone is so faithful in sending me so many referrals- that deserves to be recognized! A huge shoutout to Whitney Bowerman for being such a great supporter of mine! As a true unicorn, in her “spare” time, she also runs Oly Camp Kitties, a local nonprofit in our community. Please join me in telling her thank you- for her community work, for her 10/10 support, and for the wonderful clients she has shared with me! Thank you Whitney!! ❤️

07/16/2026

Inventory levels have reached some of the highest we’ve seen in the last decade or so. Our market is still strong for Sellers, but days on market are increasing, and strategic pricing is key right now! Questions? Always happy to talk shop!

06/18/2026

Olympia is pulling off another ‘Postcard Day’. What a gorgeous time to be showing waterfront!⛵️

06/15/2026

06/12/2026

Tucked inside Indian Summer Golf and Country Club, this single story home is like living on vacation! Backing the course, and peacefully situated on a large corner lot, this home is ready for you to come relax! Large great room, 2 flexible bedrooms or offices (guest rooms?) plus an en suite primary. Great light, covered patio, and HOA provided yard maintainece. Come check it out!
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06/09/2026

It’s rainy today, which makes a great excuse for extra coffee! If you haven’t already, check out the new downtown! They are right across the street from Bud Bay Cafe, and quite yummy!

06/07/2026

This cute home is on the market now, only for the 3rd time since it was built! Cleary the last owners loved it enough to stay for quite awhile. They're off to new adventures now, so she is ready for another owner to enjoy. Super conveniently located, but tucked down a dead-end cul-de-sac, and with amazing privacy and a HUGE yard! We had so much activity the first day on market, we decided an offer review day was in order! Come check it out before Tuesday...
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06/06/2026

There are so many beautiful places to visit this Summer!

📍Ruby Beach, Olympic National Park.