According to the NWMLS, Brokers added the largest monthly number of new listings during July since May 2019, but pent-up demand from buyers meant inventory remained low. An unprecedented eight counties in the NWMLS report had less than one month’s supply of homes and condos for sale at the end…Read More
Today’s unprecedented times require us all to reflect, innovate and collaborate. The hardships on us vary, but the desire to navigate the challenges successfully is something we all share. The confidence I have in my ability to succeed grows out of past experiences that include my participation in the…Read More
There is a repetitive phrase used in many vacant land listings that states “buyer to verify’. Upon reading this the Buyer always wonders if this is because the Seller really doesn’t know about their land or whether they might be trying to hide something? This highlights that land sales…Read More
Purchasing land is inherently more challenging than buying an improved property with a home on it. With an existing home, the broker is working with the client to obtain a good home and a fair value. The designation of a “good home” relies a lot on the home inspector…Read More
I have been privileged to be the recipient ofboth the Top Sales and Top Listing Broker in my office for three consecutive years. These awards resulted from extensive hours of dedicated work on behalf of my clients and the support of a top-notch team who worked along my…Read More
In a unique joint endeavor, the Maple Valley Rotary Club worked collaboratively with King County to transform a largely overgrown area near the Cedar River. Together, this private and public partnership resulted in the creation of a park that the entire community enjoys. After years of planning, the…Read More
In March 2008, I helped a client complete the first Development Agreement in Okanogan County. The development agreement was a voluntary contract between Okanogan County and Okanogan View Estates LLC, detailing the obligations of both parties and specifying the standards and conditions that would govern development of the property. The development agreement provided assurances…Read More
The opposition against Jeff McCann and McKinley LLC’s (“McCann”) endeavor to short plat a property near Ravensdale WA, King County Department of Permitting and Environmental Review, (“County“), denied their short plat application. The King County Superior Court stated McCann met the burden to establish that the county’s land use decision…Read More
The power of the pen! (Or, “The pen is mightier than the sword”.) We’ve heard these clichés before—there is power in the pen and there are benefits of good note taking! Jotting down key points during meetings keeps us alert, engages our minds, emphasizes and organizes information for us…Read More
“Jeff did a great job in dealing with two offers on my house that were not simple. Each had complications that caused delays and he handled them with total competence. He patiently looked into all possible solutions and came up with the acceptable way to complete the sale. Thanks, Jeff”
Olivia L.
Waterfront Home Sale
Enumclaw