• Should You Wait for Lower Interest Rates Before Buying Your First Home?,Niki Shelton

    Should You Wait for Lower Interest Rates Before Buying Your First Home?

    One of the most common questions I hear from first-time buyers is, "Should we wait for interest rates to come down so we can get more house for our money?" It's an understandable question. While lower rates could increase buying power, none of us knows exactly when rates will change or what home pri

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  • What Happens Between Offer Accepted and Closing Day - A Kitsap County Buyer's Timeline,Niki Shelton

    What Happens Between Offer Accepted and Closing Day - A Kitsap County Buyer's Timeline

    Getting your offer accepted is one of the most exciting moments in the home buying process. And then the next 30 to 45 days can feel like a blur of deadlines, documents, and decisions. Here is exactly what happens so nothing catches you off guard.  Step 1 - Earnest money. Within the first two to thr

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  • What Really Happens When You Call That Number on Zillow — A Kitsap County Buyer's Guide,Niki Shelton

    What Really Happens When You Call That Number on Zillow — A Kitsap County Buyer's Guide

    Zillow is one of the most popular real estate search tools in the country — and for good reason. It is easy to use, visually appealing, and has millions of listings. But there is something very specific that happens when you click that contact button or call that listing number that most buyers have

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