Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Listing Agent
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Buyer & seller education
All 108 articles tagged “Buyer & seller education.” Researched for Greater Seattle, written in plain English.
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What Is Form 17? Washington's Seller Disclosure, Explained
Form 17 is Washington's statutory seller disclosure statement. What it covers, the 3-business-day rescission window, and what buyers should actually do with it.
21 Questions to Ask at a Seattle Open House
A question bank for Seattle open houses — what to ask the hosting agent, what to ask yourself, and which answers are red flags worth chasing.
Moving Day in Seattle: The Checklist That Actually Works
A timeline-based Seattle moving checklist — 8 weeks out to moving day — covering movers, parking permits, stairs and rain, utilities, and address changes.
The Pre-Offer Checklist Every Seattle Buyer Should Run
Before you write an offer on a Seattle home, run this checklist: pricing research, disclosure review, sewer and permit checks, financing proof, and terms.
How Many Homes Should You Tour Before Buying?
There's no magic number — tour enough homes to calibrate value in your market, often a handful to a dozen. How to know when you've seen enough to offer.
Do Sellers Pay the Buyer's Agent in Washington?
Sometimes — but it's no longer automatic. Since the 2024 NAR settlement, buyer-agent pay in Washington is negotiated deal by deal. Here's who pays what now.
Can You Negotiate Realtor Fees in Washington?
Yes — every real estate commission in Washington is negotiable by law. What's changed is that agents now expect the conversation. Here's how to have it.
Do You Need an Agent to Buy a House in Washington?
No — Washington law doesn't require buyers to use a real estate agent. Here's what changes when you go without one, and when it actually makes sense.
Title Insurance in Washington: Owner's vs. Lender's Policies
Why Washington closings include two title policies, who pays for each, what they actually cover, and whether the owner's policy is worth it.
Who Pays Closing Costs in Washington? The Buyer-Seller Split
Washington's customary buyer vs. seller closing-cost split, line by line — REET, title, escrow, agent fees — and which conventions are negotiable.
King County Property Taxes, Explained (Levies, Rates, Appeals)
How King County property taxes actually work — assessed value, levy rates, the 1% growth limit, due dates, and how to appeal — with worked examples.
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