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09/25/2026

Why So Many Sellers Are Cutting Their Price Right Now

Price cuts are a normal part of today’s housing market, and both buyers and sellers can use them to their advantage. Let's look at what's actually happening with prices in your neighborhood, so you know exactly where you stand before you list or make an offer.



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Price cuts are turning up everywhere right now, and they read very differently depending on which side of the deal you’re on.

09/24/2026

Selling this fall? Starting strong matters even more this time of year.

In the fall, buyer activity typically starts to slow while the number of homes for sale climbs. That means fewer buyers may be looking at more options – so you want your house to stand out from day one.

Here’s the cheat sheet for how to make that happen.

Price it for today’s buyers. Not what your neighbor sold for a few years back.

Make your house hard to pass up. Tackle essential repairs and spend time on your curb appeal.

Stay flexible when offers come in. This is not the season to play hardball.

And be ready to adjust when needed. If you keep getting the same feedback from buyers, take it to heart.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have the right strategy from the start. Because with the right plan, selling in the fall is a no brainer.



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09/23/2026

Get Your House Buyer-Ready for Fall

Prepping your house to sell this fall and not sure where to focus? Start where buyers do – at the curb. Their first few seconds out front shape how buyers feel about the rest of the house.A few simple touches make a big difference. Freshen up the front door with a new coat of paint, touch up your landscaping or bring in seasonal flowers, sweep the walkways and clean the gutters, and make sure the path to the door is well lit. A great agent knows what today's buyers will notice, and which touch-ups are worth your time. So, let’s connect and get your house ready to turn heads this fall.



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09/22/2026

Mortgage rates have been climbing again, and if you're hoping to buy, that can feel discouraging.

Here’s what you have to remember.

You can't control where rates go. But you can control a few things that shape the rate you actually get: your credit score, the type and term of loan you choose, and whether you buy a newly built home, where builders are often buying down rates to bring buyers in.

Focus there, and you put yourself in a stronger spot without waiting on the market.

Want to talk it through? A trusted lender can help with the numbers, and we can find the home to match. Let's connect.



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09/21/2026

Selling This Fall? You Want To Get These 4 Things Right.

Selling this fall is absolutely doable. And now you know four of the biggest things to get right.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have a winning strategy from day one.



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Selling your house this fall is absolutely doable. But there’s something you need to know about this time of year.

09/18/2026

🏡 Open House on English Hill in Redmond

Come tour 13712 176th Ave NE, Redmond — listed at $1,150,000. This classic 4 bedroom, 2.25 bath two story home offers 2,158 sq ft, a private greenbelt setting, and a flexible layout in the Amberley neighborhood.

🗓️ Friday, September 18
⏰ 4 PM – 6 PM

🗓️ Saturday, September 19
⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM

Highlights to look for: hardwood floors on the main level, a bright living room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen, family room with easy access to the deck, and a movie ready bonus room with projector and surround sound speakers. Step outside to an expansive deck, broad level lawn, mature evergreens, and a peaceful backyard that backs directly to a lush greenbelt.

More details: EnglishHillHome.com

Tony Meier & Team | Windermere Real Estate NE
425-466-1000 | [email protected]

09/18/2026

The Best Time To Buy a Home in 2026 Is Almost Here

If you want to buy a house this year, there’s still a way to make it happen, even with today’s rates. This fall gives you the chance to get some of the best seasonal perks the market has to offer.

Want help figuring out when those advantages typically show up in our market?

Let's have a quick conversation about how our market works and the steps you’ll need to take to get ready.



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Want to buy a house this year, but not sure if the timing’s right? Seasonally, it may actually be a better time to buy than you expect.

09/17/2026

Just listed on English Hill in Redmond! 🏡✨
$1,150,000 | 13712 176th Ave NE

4 bedrooms | 2.25 bathrooms | 2,158 SF
Highlights:
• Classic two story home in the Amberley neighborhood on English Hill
• Quiet loop street with a private backyard backing to a lush greenbelt
• Spacious 8,739 SF lot with mature evergreens and a park like setting
• Hardwood floors throughout the main level and bright living spaces
• Eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances, pantry, and peninsula seating
• Family room with easy indoor outdoor flow to the deck
• Movie ready bonus room with projector, surround sound speakers, and high tech cabling
• Expansive deck, broad level lawn, storage shed, and gated side yard
• Central A/C, natural gas forced air heat, built in vacuum, and 2 car garage
• Northshore School District with easy access to Redmond, Woodinville, parks, trails, and the Eastside tech corridor

Full details, photos, and video tour: EnglishHillHome.com

Tony Meier & Team | Windermere RE/NE
425-466-1000 | [email protected]

09/17/2026

Still Waiting for Rates To Come Down?

When affordability is this tight, waiting for lower mortgage rates can feel like your only way in. But 41% of buyers who waited actually wish they'd bought sooner. And right now, inflation, the economy, and global events are all having an impact on rates – and could even nudge them up. So, waiting might not pay off the way you hope. You don’t have to buy now. Move only when the numbers work for you. But talk to a trusted lender first, so you know all your options.



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09/16/2026

The best time to buy a home this year is here.

Realtor.com says September 27–October 3 is expected to bring the best combination of buyer-friendly conditions in 2026.

We’re talking about more homes to choose from, better pricing, less competition, and more time to decide. And maybe that’s enough to offset some of the pressure today’s higher rates are putting on your budget.

Want to find out? Let’s have a quick conversation about what’s expected in our market and what’s available in your price point. Just DM me to get started.

And just so you know, the window doesn’t close after that one week. It’s open all October long.



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