Is selling your house in the winter months a good idea?  Absolutely yes!  I have been helping clients buy and sell in Pullman for many years.  The old philosophy was wait till Spring market.  Things have changed dramatically in the past few years.  Here's just a few reasons why listing now makes sense. Inventory is lower in the winter months.  Lower inventory is a good thing when you are selling your home.  There are still folks moving into Pullman and surround areas in Whitman county.  They are out there looking and they are serious.  You have to be serious to brave the elements to look! There can be a charm in winter months and a cozy feeling a home gives, especially as days are shorter.  There is a sense of security we feel when we see lights glowing in a warm and cozy home.  And typ... 11/12/2020

As I just recently listed and sold our home and purchased a new home for us, I learned a lot along the way. I list and sell lots and lots of homes a year. But this was the first time I was the one who was selling and buying. So on top of the typical challenges I face as a Realtor, I now had to handle the seller’s and buyer’s role.The process went really very well. I just took the processes I use for all my transactions, and put them into place with our own transaction. And I was super fortunate to have another great agent on the other side of both transactions. As I just went through the challenges of moving, I thought it might be helpful to have a few blogs about hints for getting your home ready to sell, packing up and moving. Let’s start at the beginning. The day my husband John and ... 09/07/2016

Five Senses To Appeal To Your Pullman WA Buyers!  You are wanting to sell your Pullman Washington Home on the Real Estate Market.  Here is a new twist on reaching your buyers.  Try to engage as many sense as possible for your buyers.  We all know there are five senses which include the following: touching, tasting, hearing, smelling and seeing.There are a lot of ways we can bring our buyers senses to a heightened awareness of what your home has to offer,  but here are just a few ideas to help you kick start your showings!   1.  Touching - There is more to this aspect than you might first think.  From the opening of the door knob, to the feeling of the carpet under our feet, and even to the feel of that smooth granite counter top we are engaging our buyers sense of touch.  If you have a ... 01/20/2016

It’s time for another update!  The real estate market in Pullman has been very active!  Since January 1, Pullman has seen one hundred single family homes sell!  I have personally seen this as I have been working with buyers and sellers this spring market!The following statistics are as of June 25, 2014.  The number of active listings in Pullman (99163) is 94.  It has dropped by 9.6% from the previous month.  This is typical of a healthy spring market where houses are selling!The median number of days active single family homes and condos that have been listed is 68.  Don’t forget that this time frame includes not only the time the property is active on the Whitman County MLS but also the time frame from contract to closing.  Typically I have seen that properties that are highly marketab... 06/25/2014

The new year has begun and I have found the real estate market is beginning early this year.  Fortunately we are enjoying mild weather and agents are out showing.  Internet marketing has also taken a sharp increase which I find to be typical of the new year.I work with both buyers and sellers in Pullman.  The following statistics are as of Jan 9, 2014.The number of active listings in Pullman (99163) dropped by 11.4%from the previous month.  This is typical of winter months.  If you are considering putting your home on the market, it is a great time!  With inclement weather the buyers that are looking are very serious.  And with less inventory, the competition between homes is less!The median number of days active properties have been listed is 154. One thing you must take into considera... 01/09/2014

      Thanksgiving and Christmas are around the corner, and a lot of folks wonder if they should keep their homes on the Pullman Real Estate Market in the winter months.  That depends on a lot of factors, such as how soon you need to sell, and how long your home has been on the market.   But I always encourage my sellers to keep their homes on the real estate market if they possibly can.  Here is a short list of reasons why:     1.  Buyers looking in the winter months are serious.  We all know Pullman winters aren’t all that easy.   Buyers are out there sloshing through the wind, rain and snow to look because they want to buy a house.  If yours isn’t on the market, they aren’t going to see it and probably buy something else.   2.  New lending requirements come 2014 will make potential ... 11/18/2013

  When selling your Pullman Washington Home you are most likely hear your Realtor® tell you to declutter.  I am, of course, am no exception.     Why declutter?  It gives your home a clean and organized feeling, letting your buyers focus on the room spaces instead of focusing on your things.   Being one who hates to waste energy, may I recommend to my sellers to use the time you are decluttering to begin the packing process!   First, sort through your things, decide what needs to be tossed, what needs to be donated and what you need to keep.   Second look at what you are needing to keep.  Decide what you might not need for a while, and pack those things up!  For example you might want to begin by packing your fall wardrobe if you are approaching Spring.  Maybe box up  those Fall & Winter... 10/18/2013

    Five Tips for Buying your Pullman Washington Home   1.  Begin your search on line.  You have probably already started that as you most likely found this article on line.  Looking on line does give you a feel for different styles available of homes in our area, and the prices you might need to expect given a certain neighborhood or the amenities.  As I work with a lot of clients who are relocating, it is a great place to start.   2.  Find an agent you are comfortable working with.  Interview several agents.  Don’t be shy here.  Does the agent return your calls promptly?  Are they knowledgeable about the market?  Are they a full time agent whose priority is finding you a home?  What kind of on-line marketing presence do they have?  You can learn a lot about agents by their  line mark... 10/11/2013

Our Pulllman Washington Real Estate Market is in full swing and properties are moving quite quickly.  Our inventory is lower than it has been in the recent past, so things are changing in our real estate market.  That is good news for sellers!   Last week we had 16 properties in Pullman alone go pending, many of which were fresh on the market.  I know that I personally had three properties go pending last week, one of which was one of my listings, and two others were buyers I am representing.    Needless to say I have been putting some long hours this week, but it has paid off well for several of my clients.  My buyers have wonderful properties under contract, and my seller is thrilled to being moving on in her life.   If you have been considering selling your home in Pullman, it might... 03/18/2013

    For 6 Dollars at your Pullman WA Dollar Store you can set up a nice display to let your buyers know how much you care about your home.  This simple idea sets the nice stage for a first impression.  I just picked up a tray for wet shoes and filled it with 5 bags of washed and polished stones.  Then set the stage with a little prompt to remind your buyers to remove their shoes. It will not only keep people from tracking through the home, it will keep the front door area nice and dry.   If you have any great tips you would like to share, please feel free to do so!     01/22/2013

The New Year has begun in the Pullman Washington Real Estate Market.  And I am super excited for the upcoming year.  Last year was a very successful one for me in Whitman County and Pullman.  I performed in the top 5 in both categories in our association in 2012 of which I am very thankful and proud as this is a huge accomplishment for me.     With that being said, there is never resting on our laurels in this business.  I am excited for the New Year.   I have been getting all my education done with new business cards, signs and riders to provide a fresh look.  And some new and exciting marketing ahead.       Well...off to get a closing across the table, an inspection response to get worked through, and some calls to return to clients...looking like I am off to a good start this year!  ... 01/02/2013

All Real Estate Agents need to do their continuing education.  I am licensed in both Washington & Idaho, and each state is different with respect to the hours and classes needed.  One of the things I always try to do is jump start my year and get that education in place before the end of the year and the beginning of the busy year ahead.  I am really looking forward to next year in Real Estate.  This has been a good year for me business wise.  I have had more transactions this year, than any other previous years.  And, I have had the best clients this year as well.  I still am in the process of getting a property closed in the next week, so I have continued to work.  In fact, I have had a closing every single month for two years straight, with the exception of one deal that fell apart t... 12/13/2012

December is typically slower in the Pullman Washington Real Estate Market.  But I count myself to still be working, with a super sweet couple I am trying to get into their first home by Christmas.   I love working with all buyers and sellers, but I will always hold a special place in my heart for the first time home buyer.  It is so exciting to get them into their first home.  I love taking them through the process and trying to make it as stress free and seamless as possible!  And there is nothing quite as rewarding for me as handing them the keys! I will always love that!!!   I am also busy working away on getting ready for the upcoming Spring Market.  I always use December to get the jump start on the next year.   It is a great time to get new systems into place for the upcoming year... 12/03/2012

For the month of November I have been writing a series on 30 things to do in or around Pullman Washington.  As Realtor that helps clients relocate to our community, I thought this might be helpful. For day 30, I have to look forward to December and the lighting of our downtown Pullman Christmas Tree!  Holiday Fest is great Pullman downtown event!  The center of action is, of course, the lighting of the tree in Pine Street Plaza. But there are events staring at 4!  At 4 we have the Jingle Bell Kids' Fun Run.  There is also a Holiday Costume Contest.  At 4:30 the tree takes center stage when it is lit!  There are is also local choirs and and bands performing Holiday usic with FREE HOT COCOA and COOKIES!   Santa arriaves at 5!  And at 5:30 we have a drawing for the Home for the Holiday's P... 11/30/2012

As a Realtor that helps lots of folks relocate to our great community, I am often asked about things to do or great restaurants to visit.   One you must put on your short list of restaurants to try is "The Black Cypress."  The Black Cypress is abosolutely amazing!  I have had the privilege of eating there many times, and it impresses me everytime.  Two of my favorites are the incredible pork chops....and the chicken is beyond words in my humble opinion.  And their rolls are irresistible.  I know...I have tried to resist to no avail! I have both been treated and treated many people to a wonderful nite at the Cypress. They also have a great selection of beautiful wines and a great selection of some of the best micro brews to compliment your dinner.  They also have a intimate bar as well. ... 11/29/2012

Living in small town like Pullman, we have a lot of small independent restaurants and coffee shops.  One of the great downtown independent coffee shops is the Daily Grind. The atmosphere is very casual with a unique mix of old chairs, tables and benches.  As it is located in historic downtown, the building affords lots of little spaces and rooms that provide great privacy for students studying and a great place to have coffee with friends or clients.  We also have our staff meetings there ocassionally. The staff is friendly and they have greata barristas.  I personally have a few favorites. I have had a great mozerralla sandwich in the past, and for the morning I love my yogurt and granola with tea.  They also have great bagels, and some incredible looking goodies. I often send clients ... 11/28/2012

  Today at our staff at the Daily Grind, there was this great wagon stuffed with WSU items to raffle off to benefit the Willow Center for  Grieving Children.  It was appropriately titled "Wave the Flag - Go Cougs" as it was stuffed with Cougar items sponsored by the Bookie and the Holiday Inn Express.  The wagon is valued at $500.00 and tickets are a $5 or 5 for $20.  What a great valued! I was also most interested in Willow Center for Greiving Children and have placed a call into see what I can personally do to help.  It is a program to help children who are going through difficult emotional difficulties, including the loss of a parent.  According to their brochure, they have a camp as well which is an annual weekend overnight camp for kids ages 6-17.   They also provide a safe place ... 11/27/2012

Got the Monday blues after Thanksgiving?  Tired of leftover turkey?  I have a great suggestion for you.  You might want to pop over to Moscow Idaho and go to dinner at "Nectar."  It is a great little locally owned restaurant, and they have incredibly good food.  Nikki Woodland is the owner of the restaurant, and everytime I have been there the food has been very good. They have a very extensive menu, including one very unusual item that gets rave reviews from Inlander.   They are known for an incredible meatloaf....yes...that is right....meatloaf!  It is a bacon wrapped meatloaf with a chipolte barbeque sauce.  It is back on the menu after it was rotated off and so many wanted it back on!  And on Monday, they do a special with a Meatloaf Monday Dinner Sandwich special!   They are locate... 11/26/2012

  Living in Pullman Washington puts us in a great location for many outdoor activities, including being within about 30 minutes to some of the best inland fishing.  As I grew up in the Lewiston Clarkston Valley, I am personally partial to the confluence of the Snake River and the Clearwater River.  And this time of the year the Steelhead are running. The river is lined with people in boats trying their luck....and many along the banks fishing as well.  There is an abundance of fish to be found including Trout & Bass, as well as a steelhead run and two Salmon runs as well.   Now I don't personally fish.  I have never really caught the "bug"...no pun intended.  But I know lots of people who do.  And many of my closest friends love to fish.   My style is to sit on a chair and read a book,... 11/25/2012

  Day 24 of 30 things to in Pullman requires a bit of a road trip 45 minutes south to Lewiston Idaho for the Winter Spirit Holiday lights at Locomotive Park. I am personally looking forward to it a great deal.  I am taking my grand daughter to the see the lights tonight, letting Momma and Dadda have a date night out.  She is just a little over 2 and I really looking forward to strolling down through the arches with her.  And I know she will love seeing the train all lit up!  According to their websight at www.winterspirit.com the park was light up as of November 17th this year.  The lights are on Sunday from 4:30 to 10 at night.  Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 to 9 at night, and Thursday Friday and Saturday from 4:30 till midnight. There is also an outdoor fireplace and believ... 11/24/2012