Kelly Hewson Real Estate Broker

06/24/2026

🚨 SPOKANE BUYERS: We just found a weird glitch in the local housing market data... and it's heavily in your favor. 📉🏠

Everyone knows that finding a home under $400k in Spokane right now takes some strategy. Overall, our market is sitting at 3.3 months of inventory (3,476 homes for sale with 1,060 currently pending).

But when you look closer at the specific price brackets, something really interesting is happening right now:

🔹 The Tight Zone ($275k - $325k): This bracket is highly competitive. There are 248 homes for sale, but 103 are already pending. That leaves us with a tight 2.4 months of inventory. Buyers are moving fast here.

🔹 The Opportunity Zone ($325k - $350k): You would think spending an extra $25k would mean facing more competition, but it's the exact opposite. There are 175 homes for sale in this bracket, but only 51 are pending. That pushes inventory up to 3.4 months.

💡 The Takeaway: If you have been shopping in the $300k range and getting frustrated by multiple offers, stretching your budget just slightly into the $325k–$350k window actually gives you more options, more breathing room, and significantly less competition to negotiate.

Want to see what’s currently sitting active in that $325k-$350k sweet spot this week? Send me a DM and I'll send over the current list! 📲

06/23/2026

To my Spokane real estate investors, landlords, and past clients... I’ve got some updates for you! 📣👇

A lot is shifting in the insurance world this month, and I want to make sure your properties and portfolios are protected without any surprises. Three quick things you need to know:

1️⃣ Safeco is now Liberty Mutual 🏷️
As of April 17th, Safeco officially rebranded under the Liberty Mutual name. Don't do a double-take or throw away the envelope when you see Liberty Mutual on your insurance documents—your coverage and policy terms are exactly the same, it’s just a name change!

2️⃣ Massive Win for Rental Property Owners 🏢
Travelers just launched an eligibility expansion in Washington that opens up stand-alone landlord and condo policies. Better yet? They didn't file a rate increase in WA this year. If you’ve been struggling to find affordable coverage for your rental properties or condos, this is a huge door opening back up.

3️⃣ The Hyundai/Kia Headache is Over 🚗
If you or your tenants own a Hyundai or a Kia, you know they've been an insurance nightmare lately due to theft risks. Good news: Mutual of Enumclaw has officially reopened eligibility for these vehicles and is back to same-day binding.

Staying on top of these changes is how we protect your real estate wealth. If you’ve added a property to your portfolio or want to review your rental coverage, let’s connect!

Management

06/15/2026

Let's talk about the real numbers: What does insurance actually cost in Spokane right now? 💳📈

No secret here—insurance isn't cheap right now. But if you're trying to figure out your monthly budget for buying a home or investment property, guessing will ruin your math.

Here is a look at what the actual average premiums are running on new policies written so far in 2026:
🏡 Homeowners: $1,874/year (~$156/month)
🚗 Auto: $2,363/year
🪵 Landlord Policies (Rentals): $1,161/year
☂️ Umbrella Policy: $403/year

Two things to watch out for if you're shopping around:
1️⃣ The "Allstate Pivot": Allstate just filed a 20.9% rate increase for new business in Washington as they transition to National General.
2️⃣ The Progressive Trap: Progressive still strictly requires you to bundle your home and auto to even be eligible for a homeowner policy. If your auto insurance has to stay elsewhere, we need to know that early.

💡 The Best Value Hack on this List: Look at that Umbrella number ($403/year). For about $33 a month, an umbrella policy gives you $1M+ in extra liability protection that sits on top of your home and auto. If you own a home or a rental property, that is incredibly cheap peace of mind.

Want to see if your current premium is beating the 2026 averages? Send me a message and I’ll connect you with a local independent broker who can shop 20+ carriers for you for free! 📲

06/07/2026

🚨 SPOKANE BUYERS: Two things you need to know before your home inspection this week. 🚨

When you're buying a home in Spokane, you expect the inspector to look at the foundation or the furnace. But did you know a little bit of green roof moss could completely stall your home insurance policy and delay your closing? 🛑

Local insurance brokers are seeing a massive spike in home insurance policies getting flagged after the insurance company's inspection because of roof moss buildup. Insurance companies are absolute sticklers about it right now.

💡 The Quick Fix: If we notice moss on the roof of a house you’re buying, we want to negotiate getting it professionally cleaned before closing day so it doesn’t create a giant insurance headache at the worst possible time.

🎉 Some Good News for Older Homes: If you love Spokane’s historic properties, standard insurance carriers used to cap eligibility at 50 years old. But one of our great local-access carriers, Grange, just expanded their guidelines to accept homes up to 75 years old in Washington! This opens up a ton of vintage inventory for us.

The moral of the story? Insurance is incredibly file-specific right now. Loop me and your lender in early so we can protect your earnest money.

Drop a 🏠 below if you're house-hunting this summer and want a checklist of what to look out for!

06/04/2026

TWO COMPLETELY DIFFERENT MARKETS UNDER SPOKANE'S AVERAGE HOME PRICE 📊🌲🏡

Right now, the average home price in Spokane sits at $474,662. But if you are looking at the entry-level market below that average, you aren't looking at just one real estate market—you are looking at two completely different stories.

If you are trying to buy or sell a home right now, you need to know these exact numbers:

🔥 The Most Competitive Tier: $275k – $300k
This price bracket is moving fast. We only have 2.1 months of inventory here. Out of 119 homes currently on the market, 56 are already pending with buyers. If a clean home hits the market here, you have to move quickly.

🐢 The Least Competitive Tier: $325k – $350k
Just a slight bump up in price changes the game completely. This bracket slows down to 3.2 months of inventory. There are 146 homes for sale, but only 46 are pending. Buyers have more breathing room, more options, and slightly more leverage here.

📈 The Big Picture View:
Overall, Spokane County has 3,313 homes for sale with 1,093 pending, putting us at an overall steady 3 months of inventory.

Why does this data matter? Because aggregate online home search sites can't tell you why one neighborhood is locked in a bidding war while a similar home a mile away has room to negotiate.

This local demand lines up perfectly with the massive infrastructure growth hitting our city this week—like Spokane Transit launching 10-minute Saturday City Line service to support Spokane being named an Official World Cup Fan Zone!

True real estate expertise means knowing the micro-data of your specific price point. Want to know exactly how much leverage you have in your neighborhood?

Let's look at the real numbers together. 📱 DM me right here, or call/text my cell line directly at 509-270-1880!

05/31/2026

LOOKING FOR TURNKEY UNDER $250K IN SPOKANE? 🚨👇

Today! May 31st, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, I am hosting an Open House at 1324 E Broad Ave, and you need to see this charming bungalow in person.

Finding an affordable single-family home that is actually move-in ready with a garage is rare right now, but this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem delivers big:
💥 Newer vinyl windows & fully updated bathroom
💥 Main floor utilities with dedicated storage (washer/dryer stay!)
💥 Brand new hot water tank (just 6 months old)
💥 Private fenced backyard with play equipment & a brand new concrete patio ready for summer BBQs
💥 1-car detached garage with a brand new metal roof, alley access, plus extra off-street parking!

Whether you're trying to stop paying a landlord or looking for total main-floor simplicity, this house is a beautiful solution for long-term stability.

📸 Take a full virtual walkthrough right here: https://tourfactory.com/3238573

Skip the robotic aggregate search sites. Come say hi Today from 12-2, or reach out to me directly to get through the door!
📱 DM me right here, or call/text my cell at 509-270-1880.

House

$250,000, 2 beds, 1 baths, 840 sq ft - Contact Peterson Property Group, Keller Williams Realty Spokane, 509-710-3928 for more information.

05/30/2026

LOOKING FOR TURNKEY UNDER $250K IN SPOKANE? 🚨👇

Stop scrolling! This Sunday, May 31st, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, I am hosting an Open House at 1324 E Broad Ave, and you need to see this charming bungalow in person.

Finding an affordable single-family home that is actually move-in ready with a garage is rare right now, but this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem delivers big:
💥 Newer vinyl windows & fully updated bathroom
💥 Main floor utilities with dedicated storage (washer/dryer stay!)
💥 Brand new hot water tank (just 6 months old)
💥 Private fenced backyard with play equipment & a brand new concrete patio ready for summer BBQs
💥 1-car detached garage with a brand new metal roof, alley access, plus extra off-street parking!

Whether you're trying to stop paying a landlord or looking for total main-floor simplicity, this house is a beautiful solution for long-term stability.

📸 Take a full virtual walkthrough right here: https://tourfactory.com/3238573

Skip the robotic aggregate search sites. Come say hi this Sunday from 12-2, or reach out to me directly to get through the door!
📱 DM me right here, or call/text my cell at 509-270-1880.

House

$250,000, 2 beds, 1 baths, 840 sq ft - Contact Peterson Property Group, Keller Williams Realty Spokane, 509-710-3928 for more information.

05/29/2026

This week marked a deeply meaningful milestone for me: my very first official meeting as a member of the Board of Directors for Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners (SNAP). 💼✨

For 60 years, SNAP has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with our neighbors across Spokane County—helping people transition from instability to permanent housing, building financial literacy, and fixing up local homes. Serving on the Board and the Communications & Development Committee means I get to help champion real, lasting solutions for our community.

Combined with my work on the Women’s Steering Committee for Habitat for Humanity Spokane—especially with our massive 25th Annual Blitz Build kicking off in Spokane Valley next week on June 3rd!—my heart is firmly rooted in making housing accessible. Because housing isn't a luxury; it’s a basic human right. 🌲❤️

True real estate expertise means knowing the community from the ground up. Whether you are looking to move across town or just want to chat about what's happening in our local neighborhoods, I am always in your corner.

📱 DM me right here, or call/text my cell directly at 509-270-1880.

05/27/2026

Spokane Housing Update: A tale of two wildly different price points... 🤯🏔️

I read the boring market spreadsheets every week so you don’t have to. Right now, we have 3,276 homes for sale in the Spokane area, with 1,098 under contract. That puts us at a totally stable 3 months of inventory overall.

BUT, if you look closer, the market is playing a bizarre game of telephone depending on your budget:

🔥 The Danger Zone ($600K–$625K): This is officially the tightest, most competitive bracket in town. There are only 55 homes for sale, and 26 are already locked down by buyers. If you’re shopping here, you need a flawless strategy and quick reflexes.

🛋️ The Ultimate Breathing Room ($675K–$700K): Just a tiny step up in price, and the stress completely evaporates. This bracket has ballooned to a 5-month supply of inventory! There are 110 homes sitting on the market and only 22 under contract.

My Cheeky Advice? If your budget allows you to stretch past that $625k bottleneck into the high $600s, do it. You go from competing in a high-speed sprint to having the leverage to negotiate price, ask for inspection fixes, and actually take a breath.

Bonus local news: Did you see that Egypt chose Gonzaga/Spokane as their official World Cup training base camp? This city’s momentum is real. ⚽✨

Curious what the inventory looks like in your exact zip code? Drop a comment or send me a DM—let’s chat!

05/21/2026

Spokane is gearing up for an incredible summer! ☀️⚽⛳

I read through the latest boring city briefs so you don’t have to, and honestly? There is some incredibly cool stuff happening in our backyard right now. Here is your official cheat sheet.

⚽ The Summer of Soccer is Real: Spokane is going completely soccer-mad. Between the official World Cup Fan Zone and our hometown pros, Spokane Velocity FC, playing live at ONE Spokane Stadium, downtown is going to be electric. Let’s support our local club!

⛳ The "Mom, Dad, or Grad" Special: Need a gift that doesn't scream "I forgot until the last minute"? The city has a 4-pack golf pass for $199 total—gets you one round each at Indian Canyon, The Creek at Qulachan, Downriver, and Esmeralda. (You save $29, which buys a lot of hot dogs).

Memorial Day Logistics (Don’t Mess This Up!): Heads up for next Monday, May 25. City Hall and libraries are closed, and your garbage/recycling pickup will be one day late all week. The good news? Riverfront Park attractions, city golf courses, and select splash pads WILL be open for the holiday weekend.

A Touch of Culture: Next time you’re dodging geese in Riverfront Park, check out the Sister Cities Garden. They just planted brand new cherry trees to celebrate 65 years of friendship with our sister city, Nishinomiya, Japan. Beautiful stuff.

I love living in a city with this much momentum. What are your long weekend plans? Drop them below! 👇