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09/17/2026

Selling a Seattle home in 2026? A strong sale almost always starts well before the home ever goes live. 🏡

Online estimates rarely reflect the nuance of Seattle values, which can shift by neighborhood, view, lot position, condition, and recent comparable sales. Fixing what buyers notice, paint, flooring, clutter, and inspection items, shapes buyer confidence from the first showing. Professional staging and photography help buyers understand the space before they tour. A well-priced, well-marketed launch creates more attention in the first days on market when interest is highest. And when offers come in, financing, contingencies, timing, and buyer flexibility all matter just as much as the number itself.

Preparation protects the sale. Read the full roadmap at christineandreasen.com/blog/seattle-home-seller-roadmap-2026 or DM us and visit christineandcompany.com to get started. 👇

Christine Andreasen & Travis Foxx | Christine & Company | eXp Realty
📞 Christine: (206) 353-8787 · Travis: (206) 992-0066
✉️ [email protected] · [email protected]
🌐 christineandcompany.com · christineandreasen.com

09/16/2026

Ballard has a coffee culture worth experiencing before you start comparing neighborhoods, and Red Arrow Coffee is one of the spots that captures what makes this part of Seattle feel genuinely livable.

A garden cafe with outdoor seating, a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere, and the kind of cozy setting that works for a slow morning, a casual meetup, or a quiet coffee break. The type of local spot that becomes part of a regular weekly routine rather than somewhere you visit once and move on from.

Local gathering places like Red Arrow are part of what shapes how Ballard actually feels to live in day to day. If you are searching for homes in Ballard or nearby Seattle neighborhoods and want to understand what the surrounding lifestyle offers, DM us or visit christineandcompany.com to get started. 👇

Christine Andreasen & Travis Foxx | Christine & Company | eXp Realty
📞 Christine: (206) 353-8787 · Travis: (206) 992-0066
✉️ [email protected] · [email protected]
🌐 christineandcompany.com · christineandreasen.com

09/14/2026

🏡 Your Next Chapter in Real Estate Could Start Here.

At Christine & Company, we believe the right team should do more than give you a place to hang your license. It should give you the support, tools, mentorship, opportunities, and people to help you build the career you want.
And we’re growing.

We’re looking for motivated real estate agents who are passionate about people, ready to grow their business, and looking for a team where collaboration truly means something.

Whether you’re preparing to launch your real estate career or you’re an experienced agent ready to take your business to the next level, Christine & Company offers the strength of a full team behind you — with proven systems, professional marketing, coaching, resources, and a culture built around helping one another succeed.

✨ Come build something great with us.
If you’ve been wondering what your real estate career could look like with the right team beside you, we’d love to start a conversation.

📩 Send us a DM or visit Christine & Company www.christineandcompany.com to learn more.

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09/11/2026

Today, we remember.

We remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. We honor the first responders, service members, everyday heroes, and countless individuals whose courage and compassion emerged in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
We also remember the families and communities who carry the impact of that day with them still.

Twenty-five years later, may we continue to honor their memory not only with our words, but through kindness, unity, service, and the way we show up for one another.
May we never forget the lives, the sacrifice, the courage, and the humanity that defined that day and the days that followed.

🇺🇸 We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

09/10/2026

Your mortgage isn’t the only cost of owning a Seattle home. Property taxes and carrying costs can vary by neighborhood.

See the 2026 breakdown:

Most buyers budget for a mortgage payment and stop there. Property tax is often the single largest ongoing cost after the mortgage itself — and it varies meaningfully by neighborhood, taxing district, and school levy. Here's how to actually budget for it before you buy.

09/05/2026

Seattle buyers who prioritize walkability often ask what daily life actually looks like beyond the home itself. Mr. West Café Bar is one of those places that helps answer that question. 🌿

A polished Seattle cafe where coffee, casual dining, and wine bar energy come together in one elevated city setting. Works for a slow morning with a laptop, a midday break, or an evening with wine and small plates. The kind of local spot that becomes part of a regular routine rather than somewhere you visit once.

Local places like this shape how a Seattle neighborhood actually feels to live in. If you are searching for homes in Seattle with walkable neighborhood lifestyle in mind, DM us or visit christineandcompany.com to get started. 👇

Christine Andreasen & Travis Foxx | Christine & Company | eXp Realty
📞 Christine: (206) 353-8787 · Travis: (206) 992-0066
✉️ [email protected] · [email protected]
🌐 christineandcompany.com · christineandreasen.com

09/03/2026

Thinking about selling your Seattle home? A clear plan can make every step—from preparation to closing—feel more manageable.

Follow the 2026 seller roadmap:

Selling a home in Seattle involves more strategy — and more sequencing — than most sellers expect. This complete guide walks through every stage of the process, from pricing to closing, so you can move forward with a plan instead of guesswork.

09/01/2026

Navigating a home sale or buyout during divorce can feel overwhelming. Clear guidance can help you move forward with confidence.

Read the Seattle guide:

Divorce forces real estate decisions on a timeline no one would choose — and Washington's community property laws shape those decisions in ways that surprise most people. Here's what actually happens to the house, the options beyond simply selling, and how to protect your interests.

08/28/2026

Offer accepted on a Seattle home. What happens next is where escrow comes in, and understanding how it works makes the process significantly less stressful. 🏡

Escrow is a neutral third party that holds funds and documents, tracks contract conditions, and releases everything at closing. After both sides sign, a title report is ordered to check ownership, liens, and easements. Inspections, appraisal, loan conditions, and title review often happen simultaneously. Each contingency has its own deadline, and the contract determines what happens if those are not met.

A smoother escrow comes down to clear deadlines, fast communication, and staying organized. If you are buying or selling in Seattle and want to understand the process from offer to close, DM us or visit christineandcompany.com to get started. 👇

Christine Andreasen & Travis Foxx | Christine & Company | eXp Realty
📞 Christine: (206) 353-8787 · Travis: (206) 992-0066
✉️ [email protected] · [email protected]
🌐 christineandcompany.com · christineandreasen.com