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Seattle News

Here’s How to Keep Your Home Pollutant-Free

August 24, 2018 By Remax On Market

Seattle Smoke

The Seattle Smoke that has enveloped Seattle and the surrounding area for the last two weeks is finally clearing. Wildfires raging all over Eastern Washington, British Columbia and Northern California gave our area some of the worst air quality of the century, outranking even large cities like Beijing. While the fires have probably caused you to think about taking your outdoor activities inside, you may not even know that your indoors may be just as polluted. Here are five ways to keep your home clear of pollutants, smoke or otherwise:

Take off your shoes. When you come in from outside, your shoes can track in all kinds of debris, germs and allergens. That’s why it’s probably best to have a mud room or entry area storage bench where you regularly remove your shoes before tromping through your house. Dirt and debris on the floor can also be hazardous to babies crawling around, so keep those floors and rugs cleaned and vacuumed regularly.

Use natural cleaners. Perhaps you’re under the impression that commercial cleaners, bleach and strong, scouring abrasives are what it takes to keep your home clean without killing your arms, but there’s a better way. You don’t actually need all those harsh cleaners, which can have carcinogenic ingredients, allergy triggers, respiratory irritants and even pesticides. A mixture of baking soda and vinegar will do a fine job cleaning sinks, tubs and toilets (and even help break up clogs), and borax can be used as laundry detergent. At the very least, remember that gray water and water in storm drains eventually ends up in Puget Sound! For more information on what to flush and how to clean, visit King County’s Keep Water Clean page.

Freshen your air. If your home doesn’t have a built in air filtration system, it might be time to think about getting a portable one. Dust, mold and pet dander are allergens that tend to build up if a house isn’t cleaned often enough or improperly ventilated. In the summer, this might mean using a HEPA air filter, and in winter a dehumidifier. Keep in mind areas of your home that have poor ventilation as well, such as the garage, laundry room or basement.

Drink plenty of (clean) water. Water that comes from the city is tested, but it travels a long way to get there, through old pipes and probably collecting some dirt and debris on the way. So you might want to go the extra mile and get a water filtration system. Make sure to change the filters regularly, too!

Boost Lighting and Plants. Conserve energy during the daylight hours and open curtains to let in the natural light. During nights and the darker months of the year, equip your home with broad-spectrum daylight bulbs. Plants can also provide a robust defense against airborne toxins and allergens in the home. For a full list of the best plants to get to detoxify your home, click here.

Filed Under: Real Estate News, Seattle Homes, Seattle News Tagged With: green home tips, home cleaning tips

Home Buyer’s Pets a High Priority

August 10, 2018 By Remax On Market

REALTOR study on pets
Graphic courtesy realtor.com®

A new survey out from realtor.com® shows that home buyers are more and more likely to forego other wants in their home search in order to accommodate their furry friends. In the survey, 75% of pet owners said they would not make an offer for an otherwise “perfect” home if the home didn’t have spaces suitable for their pets. Woof!

Home buyers with pets make up 80% of the home searching population, so these results are nothing to scoff at. Dogs were the most common pets, so outdoor spaces and large yards are common must-haves when searching for homes. Eighty-nine percent of younger buyers aged 18-34 said they have pets, and families with children were also highly likely to have pets, at 91%! However, dogs weren’t the only pets that made an impact on buying decisions. Pets like fish, birds, reptiles and rodents were also taken into consideration.

“It’s heartwarming to find that people will put their pets’ needs first, even when it comes to one of the biggest financial decisions they will ever make. This survey shows that we really do consider pets part of the family — and that their needs are a critical part of finding the perfect home.”
—Nate Johnson, realtor.com®

Seattle is a notoriously dog-friendly city, with one Seattle Times’ article noting that we now have more dogs than children in the city. There are plenty of dog-friendly eateries and parks, including Norm’s in Fremont, Belltown Pub, and Fremont Brewing. See a comprehensive list of dog-friendly Seattle restaurants here.

Several of our own clients this year have been dutifully searching for homes that will be a good match for their pets. If you’re a Seattle renter searching for a home to make your own and looking for pet-friendly accommodations, give us a call at 206-965-8205 or email us at hello@remaxonmarket.com. We can help you figure out the best solution for your needs!

Filed Under: Ballard Neighborhood News, Home Buyers, Real Estate News, Seattle Homes, Seattle News Tagged With: home, home buyers with pets, home owners with pets, seattle dogs, seattle pets

NWMLS InfoSparks Market Update for Seattle and Ballard

August 7, 2018 By Remax On Market

The Seattle and Ballard Market Update is a monthly update using information from NWMLS’ InfoSparks using data for sold residential and condominium homes in Seattle and the Ballard/Greenlake area. July’s Market update key points include:

Listings are up compared to the previous month, leading to an increase in average days on market and months supply of inventory. This brings some relief for buyers but overall prices are still trending upwards.

Have questions about buying or selling, or specific questions on trends in your neighborhood? Shoot us an email at hello@remaxonmarket.com. We’re happy to answer all your questions!

Filed Under: Ballard Neighborhood News, Real Estate News, Seattle Homes, Seattle News Tagged With: ballard realtor, seattle realtor

NWMLS July Snapshot

August 7, 2018 By Remax On Market

The NWMLS snapshot tells some key market indicators for homes sold within the entire MLS, which is currently 23 counties within WA state. Some highlights for last month include:

  • Median closed price is $415,000, up 9% from last year but a drop of $10K compared to last month.
  • Active listings increased by 6% since last year, giving a little relief to buyers
  • Months of inventory is up to 1.79 months, meaning homes are on the market slightly longer

NWMLS July Snapshot

Looking for information on buying or selling a home? Contact us for an expert analysis!

Filed Under: RE/MAX News, Seattle Homes, Seattle News Tagged With: Home Market Reports, NWMLS July Snapshot

August 2018 Events in Seattle

August 1, 2018 By Remax On Market

concerts at the mural
Concerts at the Mural / Photo credit: Seattle Municipal Archives FLICKR

KEXP Concerts at the Mural
Every Friday in August, 5:30 PM
See local musical acts play on the lawn in front of the mural at Seattle Center. Bring a blanket and the whole family!

Movies in the Park with Scarecrow Video
Magnuson Park, Thurs Aug 2, 7:30 pm & Aug 16–30, Thursdays, 7:30 pm
Scarecrow Video and Seattle Parks and Recreation are providing children’s movies that won’t bore or patronize you—or your kids!

Seattle Art Fair
August 2-5, Century Link Field
Based in Seattle, a city as renowned for its natural beauty as its cultural landscape, the fair brings together the region’s strong collector base; local, national, and international galleries; area museums and institutions; and an array of innovative public programming.

Tiki Pop-Up Bar
August 2, Brimmer & Heeltap
Put on your best Tiki attire and enjoy a wide variety of Tiki cocktails in the back patio garden space of this chic eatery.

Seafair Weekend Festival
August 3-5, Genesee Park
Seafair Weekend offers the best sights, sounds, tastes and action of the summer including Hydroplane racing on the water, Blue Angels performing in the sky, world class wakeboarding tricks off shore and music and entertainment on stage!

Towards Impressionism: Landscape Painting from Corot to Monet
Ends August 5, Frye Art Museum
This exhibition traces the development of French landscape painting from the schools of Barbizon and Honfleur through Impressionism, featuring over 40 works from the Musée des Beaux-Arts, Reims.

South Lake Union Block Party
August 10, Westlake Ave + Denny Way
A large festival focusing on showcasing the best of the South Lake Union community, including booths, and bands Deep Sea Diver and Built to Spill.

SPF 30: Sub Pop’s 30th Anniversary Party
August 11, Alki Beach
Sub Pop Records is hosting an entirely FREE event along incredibly scenic Alki Ave. in West Seattle.

Movies at the Mural
Saturdays in August
Experience FREE movies outdoors at Seattle Center this summer. Picnic on the gently sloping Mural Amphitheatre lawn, in front of a state-of-the-art 40-foot screen, with the Space Needle looming above.  Schedule:
Aug 4: Get Out 
Aug 11: Little Shop of Horrors 
Aug 18: I Am Not Your Negro 
Aug 25: Wonder Woman

Gigantic Bicycle Festival
August 24-26, Snoqualmie, WA
First ride your bike 50 miles, then relax in the grass and listen to some live music.

Filed Under: Ballard Neighborhood News, RE/MAX News, Seattle News Tagged With: Seattle August Events, seattle events, Seattle things to do

Seattle Voted Best City to Live In By WalletHub

July 24, 2018 By Remax On Market

Source: WalletHub

Seattle was voted the number one city by WalletHub’s annual report of the most livable cities in America. WalletHub based its findings on a survey of cities with 300,000+ people measuring its findings on 5 criteria. Those criteria are 1) Affordability, 2) Economy, 3) Education & Health, 4) Quality of Life, and 5) Safety.

Seattle ranks number 1 for “economy” and number 1 for “education and health” rankings. It’s no surprise as anyone who lives here can tell you the economy is booming. We have nearly 1,000 people moving to Seattle per week and housing and rent prices have been off the charts. A recent cool-down in rent prices has offered some relief for renters this year.

Seattle also fared well in other categories. We are tied with San Francisco and Austin for “high income growth,” and also have the highest percentage of “population over age 25 with a high school diploma or higher” We also tied the top 5 spots for most coffee shops per capita (don’t we always win that one?)

Seattle ranked near the bottom at 50, in the affordability criteria. Housing prices in Seattle have exploded over the last 3 years, with seemingly no end in sight. Home prices jumped $100,000 in one year spanning from August 2016 – 2017. Home prices have continued to grow in 2018, but not as quickly. Zillow’s estimate for Seattle home price growth puts it at 6.8% for the next year.

Looking to make a move to Seattle or wondering what the city has to offer? Contact us today. We can help you find information on homes, neighborhoods, schools and more. Our agents are highly trained and experienced in the areas they serve. Send us a note at john@remaxonmarket.com or call 206-965-8205.

Filed Under: RE/MAX News, Real Estate News, Seattle Homes, Seattle News Tagged With: Seattle home prices, Seattle livability

Ballard Spotlight: Katsu Burger Opens in Ballard

July 17, 2018 By Remax On Market

Katsu Burger Teriyaki Chicken Burger with Sweet Pineapple

Interior of Katsu BurgerKatsu Burger recently opened its doors in the old Skillet location in Ballard, located on NW 56th St behind the Washington Federal Building (right behind us!). Self proclaimed as the “Home of the Original Japanese Deep-Fried Burger,” this resturant features iconic deep-fried katsu style burgers, 4 different varieties of fries and an array of sushi, cocktails and shakes. (Pro-tip, prepare to unhinge your jaw because these are some tall burgers!)

Take a look at their burger menu with photos.

Katsu Burger has other Seattle locations, including Capitol Hill, Georgetown, Bellevue and Lynnwood.

Filed Under: Ballard Neighborhood News, Seattle News Tagged With: Ballard Restaurants, Katsu Burger, Katsu Burger Ballard, Seattle Restaurants

NWMLS June Snapshot

July 6, 2018 By Remax On Market

The NWMLS snapshot tells some key market indicators for homes sold within the entire MLS, which is currently 23 counties within WA state. Some highlights for last month include:

  • Median closed price is $425,000, up 10% from last year and $5k from last month
  • Active listings increased by 5% since last year, giving a little relief to buyers
  • Months of inventory is slightly up, meaning homes are on the market slightly longer

June 2018 NWMLS Market Snapshot

Filed Under: Ballard Neighborhood News, Seattle Homes, Seattle News

July 2018 Events in Seattle

July 5, 2018 By Remax On Market

Urban Craft Uprising Summer Show
July 1
Local food and craft vendors share their wares at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall

2018 Seattle Special Olympics
July 1 – 6
The Special Olympics showcases the abilities of athletes with disabilities. Closing ceremony on July 6th @ 7 PM in South Lake Union Park.

4th of July Fireworks
July 4
All around Lake Union, residents gather to see the annual fireworks show. Beginning July 4 @ 10:20 PM.

Seattle International Beerfest
July 6-8
3-day specialty beer festival held at Seattle Center’s Fisher Lawn and Pavilion. Sample everything from classic styles (pilsners, pales, etc.) to exotic new-world hybrids (barrel-aged hoppy farmhouse sours, etc.)

Seattle Street Food Fest
July 7-8
Seattle’s largest food festival returns curbside to South Lake Union adding two more blocks of street food and makers over the weekend.

Timber! Outdoor Music Festival
July 12-14
A weekend of fun, music and community featuring local bands Car Seat Headrest, Polyrhythmics, Naked Giants, Cumulus, etc.

Ballard Seafoodfest
July 13-15
Celebrating Ballard’s historic connection to the seafood industry. Live music including Blitzen Trapper, The Grizzled Mighty, Smokey Brights, Nite Wave, etc.

Viking Days
July 14-15
A free outdoor family-friendly festival featuring delicious Swedish pancakes, traditional entertainment, a Viking encampment, kids’ activities, and much more.

Capitol Hill Block Party
July 20-22
Musical acts take over Cap Hill’s Pike/Pine corridor.

Port Townsend Jazz Festival
July 26-28
Hop over the water for a day trip to Port Townsend for Jazz Festival.

Seafair Torchlight Parade
July 28
A’rr Matey! Gather at Westlake Center @ 6 PM as more than 100 parade units march, float and dance in celebration of Seattle.

CoffeCon
July 28-29
40+ exhibitors on the sample tasting floor and 30+ walk-in seminars, classes and experiences taught by top coffee experts.

Filed Under: Ballard Neighborhood News, RE/MAX News, Seattle News Tagged With: ballard events, seattle events

Just Listed: Queen Anne VIEW Condo

June 22, 2018 By Remax On Market

920 5th Ave N #4
Seattle, WA 98109
MLS #: 1312736
Offered at $615,000

Ditch your car AND your TV! Seattle urban living in an excellent, QUIET location. Lovely 2-level, top floor, 2 bedroom condo. Walk to everything incl Amazon, Gates, Seattle Center, downtown & lots of cafes, bars & restaurants. 95 Walk Score! Updated kitchen, slab granite counters, undermount sink, tile backsplash & a breakfast counter. Relax on the deck with views of Space Needle & downtown skyline. South facing home with good natural light. Designated covered parking and big storage space.

View Listing >>

Filed Under: Just Listed, RE/MAX News, Seattle Homes, Seattle News

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