Emily Cressey

Emily Cressey HomePro Associates is Emily Cressey's Seattle, WA Real Estate Team at Keller Williams Greater Seattle

Let us put our experience to work for you and make the process of buying or selling your next home smooth and enjoyable. We pride ourselves on our market knowledge, negotiation expertise and concierge-level service. With excellent communication skills, we will make sure you understand each step of the process so you can be as hands-on or hands-off as you like, while still benefiting from our skill

s and market knowledge. HomePro Associates is a team of real estate brokers led by Emily Cressey and affiliated with HomeSmart Real Estate Associates. If you are looking for a top real estate agent in the Seattle-Bellevue-Everett area, call us and put us to work for you.

06/06/2026

The first house he loved… was completely wrong 😬

It was beautiful. Historic. Full of charm.

But in real life?
📍 Super steep hill
🌿 Awkward yard
👶 Not ideal for young kids

And his wife hadn’t even seen it in person yet.

That’s when we had the conversation 👇

You’re not just buying a house…
You’re buying a lifestyle.

How it feels day to day matters way more than how it looks online.

Don’t fall in love too fast… make sure it actually fits your life ❤️


06/05/2026

Lost another house… to a cash buyer? 💔

I know how frustrating that feels.

You find a home you love… start picturing your life there… and then suddenly it’s gone.

But here’s what I want you to hear 👇

Just because you didn’t win… doesn’t mean you did anything wrong.

In fact, sometimes losing a bidding war is actually protecting you ⚠️

In hot markets, buyers can get pushed to:
❌ Overpay
❌ Waive inspections
❌ Take on more risk than they should

And that doesn’t always end well.

The right home is still out there for you 🏡
And when it’s the right one… it will come together.

06/05/2026

It took my buyers over a year to find the right home in Seattle… and that’s exactly why they got such a great deal 💡

They flew out multiple times ✈️
We looked at everything… fixer-uppers, luxury homes… even a house with parrots in the basement 🦜😅

At one point, we were negotiating on a home they loved… and got stuck $100,000 apart.

So we walked away.

Most buyers panic in that moment… but they didn’t.

And months later?
The seller came back and accepted their terms… below list price 💰

Patience isn’t weakness in real estate.
If you know what you’re doing… it’s a strategy.


06/04/2026

💡 Selling your Seattle home? Don't underestimate the power of good staging.

Many Seattle homes were built without much overhead lighting, which can make spaces feel darker than buyers would like. The good news? A few simple staging tricks can completely change how a room feels.

In my latest video, I share:
✅ Why fake plants often work better than real ones
✅ How to fill empty shelves and counters without creating clutter
✅ My favorite lamp strategy for brightening dark rooms
✅ Why candles are a staging secret weapon

Remember, buyers aren't just looking at your home. They're imagining how they'll feel living there.

Want help getting your home market-ready? Let's talk.

📅 Schedule a free strategy call: https://calendar.app.google/kD76e2q7MTp9iTti9

06/03/2026

Your offer got accepted… now what? 🎉🏡

Here’s where a lot of buyers make a costly mistake 👇

You usually have about 5 days to choose your lender in Washington. And once you pick, switching later can put your protection at risk ⚠️

It’s not just about the lowest rate.
It’s about choosing a lender who can actually get you to the finish line.

Think responsiveness, reliability, and whether they’ve fully underwritten your file 📄

I’ve seen deals fall apart right here. Don’t let that be you.

If you’re buying in Seattle and want guidance you can trust, I’m here to help.
📞 (206) 245-8813


06/03/2026

Touring a co-op at The Marquee on Capitol Hill 🏙️

Price point around $300K… and walkable to everything you need 🚶‍♀️
Trader Joe’s, Safeway, gas, and even Kaiser Permanente nearby 🛒🏥

Co-ops can be a great entry point into Seattle real estate, but they work differently than condos.

Curious if this could be a fit for you? I’m happy to walk you through it.
📞 (206) 245-8813

She wanted Capitol Hill. She made it happen.My buyer was a nurse relocating to Seattle. She found an affordable co-op un...
06/03/2026

She wanted Capitol Hill. She made it happen.

My buyer was a nurse relocating to Seattle. She found an affordable co-op unit in a neighborhood she already loved — close to work, close to friends.

Getting there took some creative problem-solving: a job switch, a below-asking offer, and $9K in seller-paid closing costs to preserve her cash for updates.

Listed at $313K. Closed at $295K. Seller covered closing costs.

Sometimes buying a home means solving a few puzzles first. That's what I'm here for.

Thinking about buying in Seattle? Text HOME to 206-245-8813.

06/03/2026

Yes, homes are still selling every day 🏡✨
But here’s what most sellers miss…
The ones getting results today are NOT stuck in the “COVID market” mindset 🚫
Buyers today are different:
👀 More cautious
⏳ Taking their time
🏘️ Comparing more options
If your home is overpriced or not move-in ready, buyers don’t negotiate… they just move on.
That’s the shift.
The winning strategy right now?
✔️ Price for today’s market
✔️ Make smart, simple updates
✔️ Stay open and flexible
You don’t need perfection. You just need the right strategy.
📲 Thinking about selling? Let’s walk your home and create a plan that works in today’s market.

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Seattle, WA
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