Aaron Wilder - Seattle PNW Realtor

02/03/2026

Proof that the fireplace is everyone’s favorite feature in the house. 🐶🔥

12/09/2025

If you’ve been debating whether to keep renting or finally buy, take a look at this.

No matter the year or the market, homeowners have consistently built wealth while renters have not. This data makes it clear that over time, ownership creates equity and financial stability while rent payments simply disappear.

Even when you factor in maintenance, insurance, and property taxes, homeowners still come out ahead. Every mortgage payment builds your equity and your net worth.

If you’re focused on long-term financial growth, owning isn’t just about having a place to live. It’s about building something that pays you back.

12/02/2025

If you’re shopping for a home right now, don’t overlook the listings that have been sitting on the market for a while. The numbers tell the story: Homes that stay on the market longer tend to sell for less.

Properties listed for 9–16 weeks are selling for about 96% of their asking price, and those on the market 17+ weeks are averaging around 94%. That’s real money saved for buyers who are patient and strategic.

For sellers, this is a reminder that first impressions matter. Pricing a home accurately from the start helps attract serious buyers early and prevents your listing from becoming one of those “deal” opportunities later.

11/05/2025

A lot of people are waiting for mortgage rates to drop below 6%, thinking that’s when it’ll finally make sense to buy. But here’s the reality: the difference between a 6.37% rate and 5.99% on a $650,000 loan is only about $160 a month. That’s not nothing, but it’s also not the game-changer most expect.

What often matters more is what happens to home prices while you wait. In the Seattle area, prices have continued to rise year over year. So even if rates dip a bit, higher home values can easily offset the small monthly savings.

The better move? Get ready now. When the right home shows up, you’ll be in a position to act—regardless of the exact rate that day.

11/02/2025

November in the Pacific Northwest, and we still get days like this. Grateful to call this place home.

10/17/2025

10/15/2025

Roughly 20% of home sellers are cutting their asking price right now. That’s a reminder that pricing a home correctly from the start is key. For sellers, it’s about staying competitive in today’s shifting market. For buyers, it can mean more room to negotiate and fewer bidding wars than we’ve seen in past years.

The Greater Seattle area’s real estate market is still active, but trends like this show how important timing and strategy are. Whether you’re thinking about selling or buying now or in the coming months, understanding the data helps you make smarter moves.