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As Seattle's first social realtor, every sale with Chapman Homes helps a person in need at no additional cost to you. See how it works HERE. Some of us are lucky enough to have an amazing support system of family members and friends that have shaped us to be the person we are today. Unfortunately, Diego has not had that privilege growing up. As the last child to leave the home and with parents struggling to provide for the family, Diego lacked a support system to guide him th

You’re ready to sell your house in Seattle, Bellevue, Sammamish or the surrounding areas. But what do you need most from your real estate agent? Well, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked that very question to recent sellers and found one of the top things they were looking for is help marketing their house to potential buyers. Maybe that’s what you need the most help with too. You expect your real estate agent to write a great description of your house for the li

Questions You May Have About Selling Your House There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market. And that may leave you with some questions about whether it still makes sense to sell your house and make a move. Here are three of the top questions you may be asking – and the data that helps answer them. 1. Should I Wait To Sell? If you’re thinking about waiting to sell until after mortgage rates come down, here’s what you need to know. So ar

How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home? Climate change is impacting where people buy homes. As the experts at the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explain: “Sixty-three percent of people who have moved since the pandemic began say they believe climate change is—or will be—an issue in the place they currently live.” If you’re planning to move, climate change is something you might want to consider, no matter where you are. A recent study from Realtor.com helps put th

As Seattle's first social realtor, every sale with Chapman Homes helps a person in need at no additional cost to you. See how it works HERE. Brooklyn spent her entire life fighting to stay out of the life she was essentially born into. Her dad was a pimp and her mom, a prostitute. When she found REST, she was in an especially vulnerable situation. She was a single mom with no steady income or childcare. “I was relying on this trick (a man who purchases sex), and he was so cru

buying house tips 10 Things to Consider When Buying Your First Home When buying your first home in Bellvue, WA area consider the location for good schools, transportation, shopping, parks, and dining options. Evaluate your budget, including savings, mortgage rates, down payments, and hidden costs. Check amenities like community centers, parks, schools, shopping, and transportation. Assess potential resale value by analyzing market trends, renovation possibilities, and neighbo