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"Since Januar y, prices in King County are up 16.5% and up 10.5% in Snohomish County. No other counties in the central Puget Sound region break double digits in house price growth for this period," said James Young, Director of the Washington Center for Real Estate Research at the University of Washington. I'm happy to chat about all things real estate, whether you need a contractor/vendor referral as you spring clean (see some suggestions below) or if you’re toying with the idea of selling or buying at some point soon or down the road. I'm always here and ready to help! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/6af21562-1b1a-4aef-8785-4452e2be5218/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3768910.jpg News & Updates - April News and March Housing Data for Seattle - SPRING MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST Clean gutters De-winterize your yard (remove old leaves and trim shrubs) Mulch/compost/prepare your gardens for spring planting Clean your siding (materials needed: warm bucket of water and soap; long brush; hose; ladder) Clean and repair outdoor decks Inspect walkways & driveways (winter can be tough on both) https://www.laraweasea.com/newsandupdates/spring-news monthly 0.5 2022-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/be0a8ca2-ded9-4937-9f6c-6debe67e950a/MARKET+REPORT+Feb+2022-v1a.png News & Updates - Spring News & February Stats for the Greater Seattle Area - The Greater Seattle housing market changes greatly from month to month, so it’s critical you work with an agent who understands and monitors trends. 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Real estate has been part of my life since childhood, and today, I’m honored to be among the top brokers in both my firm and the Northwest MLS. My approach is built on authenticity, trust, and personalized service—qualities my satisfied clients consistently recognize and appreciate. I believe that everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their home buying or selling journey. That’s why I’m deeply committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where all people—regardless of race, gender, orientation, or economic background—feel valued and respected. Your story matters, and I take the time to truly understand your goals, dreams, and what home means to you. Beyond real estate, I’m passionate about giving back. I currently serve on the board of a nonprofit in Guatemala that supports local women launching their own businesses—work that inspires me every day. I’ve also had the privilege of serving as a Director on the Board of Realtors® and as Chair of the Seattle First Citizen Awards Banquet, which honors exemplary community leadership and service. When I’m not working with clients or volunteering, you’ll find me hiking with my husband and our German Shorthaired Pointer “Trout”, cooking something delicious, tending to my garden, or wine tasting around the Pacific Northwest. In today’s competitive housing market, it is critical to bring strategy, creativity, and outside-the-box thinking. In addition to my experience in real estate, I have an art and design professional background that lends itself to seeing unique opportunities and allows me to better evaluate potential homes for buyers and plan beautiful staging and marketing with a creative critical eye for sellers. As a Certified Negotiation Expert®, I am skilled at negotiating and winning on behalf of my buyers and sellers, dedicating the time, care, and passion necessary for a successful outcome. Their success is my success. My husband is a mortgage lender, which offers invaluable education, serves as an additional resource for my clients, and makes us a formidable team when working together for shared clients. I’m also backed by seven-day-a-week professional office staff and have a strong industry network of top-producing collegial peers; we provide a sounding board for each other on market scenarios, professional expertise, and broker opinions. When you work with me, you’re getting me and my entire network, ensuring your satisfaction and success. Who you hire matters. Don't leave one of the most important financial investments you’ll make in life to chance or a discount broker with less experience, time, and skill sets. You can read more of my 5-star client reviews on Zillow and Google – offering insight and perspectives about what it's like to partner with me on your home sale or purchase. My position as a Principal Managing Broker for Lake & Company Real Estate - the largest independent real estate brokerage in WA ranking 8th in productivity (Puget Sound Business Journal, 2023) alongside nation-wide firms - and past Director on the Seattle King County Board of Realtors® means I'm held to a higher ethical and educational standard than the average real estate broker out there. A lifelong and passionate learner, I embrace the challenges and dynamic nature of the real estate industry and how it is continually evolving to better serve consumers. You can read more of my 5-star client reviews on Zillow and Google – offering insight and perspectives about what it's like to partner with me on your home sale or purchase. Text, call, or email me to discuss how I can help you achieve your real estate goals. I look forward to connecting with you. 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Ready for a cool mid-century architecturally unique light-filled home with vaulted ceilings, gleaming hardwoods, circular floor plan, and great flow for entertaining, inside & out? This is IT! Stunning primary bedroom w/exposed beams, cozy wood-burning stove, cool loft over family room, large gear storage room, tons of shop, garden, storage space, & gorgeous landscaping to boot. So much happening in the Parkwood neighborhood; you're in the coveted Shoreline School District, walking distance to future 145th St LightRail, and new homes nearby are increasing property values for all. Shop at Central Market, enjoy the myriad of parks, and love where you live! 1949 / 3 bedrooms / 2 baths / 1,631 sq ft / Offered at $799,950 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1649812833051-AZQ13BI5IUCNZJKTWIW0/_MG_0334.jpg Recent Listings & Sales - SELLER SUCCESS STORY This stately 4-bedroom home in Newcastle was listed at $1.298M. Out of the 17 offers received, many landed in the $1.4M - $1.55M range, with a couple pushing $1.6M. With my negotiation skills, prompts, and with my previously researched data at hand, I provided all prospective buyers’ agents the following: Data on comparable nearby homes The number of offers received on comparable homes Escalation trends in the area Combined with psychological build up, multiple buyers’ offers were revised and resubmitted with escalations to compete. This beautiful home closed at $1.69M -- nearly $100k more (!) than if my sellers had worked with another listing agent with less expertise and skill. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/fa9cfe68-4177-4bb1-b692-156d8e37a84a/Screen+Shot+2021-12-18+at+1.41.11+PM.png Recent Listings & Sales - BUYER SUCCESS STORY I sold these lovely clients their first home in Renton four years ago and since then they have had a child and their family is growing. They wanted to scale up to a larger home and live in beautiful Wilderness Rim area of North Bend. We started searching and within just a couple weeks were pending on a gorgeous, completely remodeled home for them! We went in with a different strategy since our market is so fast moving and competitive. We knew that this freshly remodeled home would likely escalate far above the asking price, so we did our research, figured out how much we think it would go for on offer-review date, and decided to put in an offer on day two on market to try to swoop it off the market before the weekend and before open houses. Lo’ and behold, we wrote such a strong offer, it worked! My clients are over the moon, and now we’re prepping their sweet Renton home to list in early spring 2022! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/51e169b1-a864-4234-b0e6-50db7a5e16e0/Front_80.jpg Recent Listings & Sales - SELLER SUCCESS STORY I managed the entire hands-on process of taking this turn-of-the-century home from "needs work" to "WOW!" My trusted team — contractors, landscapers, painters, stagers, and a photographer — rebuilt steps; stained the back deck; hauled loads of yard and junk debris; installed new sod, bark, stone pavers, and a gravel drive; pressure washed; cleaned the roof; deep cleaned; designer staged; and professionally photographed this turn-of-the-century Craftsman. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/7f34444c-dc05-461f-ad7b-35fd6410858a/Screen+Shot+2021-12-18+at+1.36.07+PM.jpg Recent Listings & Sales - BUYER SUCCESS STORY My client was a referral from previous buyers who moved here from California to work at the University of Washington. I helped them purchase remotely via numerous FaceTime walk-through tours as well as enlisting their family to tour homes with me in-person. They are ecstatically happy in their lovely Laurelhurst home and neighborhood! When their friend was also ready to relocate from California, he and I connected via Zoom and I set up his web-based client portal and started searching with him online. When he moved here, I helped him find a short-term rental and then we started touring homes in-person. Three weeks later, I negotiated an under-asking-price contract, with favorable terms for my client. My buyer was thrilled that his first offer was accepted! The listing agent told me that despite two other offers -- which were the same price as ours -- he chose ours because of its great terms (it’s not always price!), my superior and professional communication with him and his team, and the reputation of Lake and Company. https://www.laraweasea.com/buyers daily 0.75 2023-07-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639623644404-OBU04XRGZ6QIC8BZAZ39/bellevue+house.jpg Buyers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639623643169-ICCVSDBQRIKQS22AHRVK/house+with+windows.jpg Buyers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639623695726-157JOWS5FYW9HK9VOJ48/townhomes+2.jpg Buyers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639623644248-E5KHWOGLJ9K1GMN0JNMF/town+homes+outside.jpeg Buyers https://www.laraweasea.com/sellers daily 0.75 2021-12-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639625497074-JPDL4AZP4LJBPWBA9ZQ1/unsplash-image-lH-UZuoG-aY.jpg Sellers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639625684423-HA28PS1QUPHSWR859E1G/unsplash-image-L7EwHkq1B2s.jpg Sellers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639626001185-IY5ECTQVIDWWVT43O1A3/unsplash-image-FlPc9_VocJ4.jpg Sellers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/1639626198244-X6Y2SWQQKUF0RQRUE0GW/unsplash-image-B9N22h2s0to.jpg Sellers https://www.laraweasea.com/lake-company-real-estate daily 0.75 2025-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61734a12a9561a2bd1bbb5d2/943989ed-3fec-4b3a-9223-f891709fad38/Lake%26Company.jpeg Lake & Company Real Estate - Started in Seattle, specializing in all of greater Seattle & Tacoma, and committed to excellence for all persons regardless of race, gender, or ethnicity. Lake & Company Real Estate began in 1982 with a simple goal: be Seattle' and Tacoma’s best real estate company and serve the entire region. Our central location on the shores of Green Lake is ideally suited for easy access to all areas and as a member of the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS), Independent Broker Association (IBA), and National Association of Realtors® (NAR), Lake & Company is positioned to provide the best service available in today's market. As a result, Lake & Company has grown to become Seattle's most productive independent real estate office, supporting nearly one hundred professional Realtors. Through commitment to quality, not size, Lake & Company carefully guards its reputation for excellence rather than simply relying on a national name, for, without a national name, we must rely on only our reputation for superior service to compete. You will find many Lake & Company brokers on the boards of the NWMLS, The Seattle King County Board of Realtors, pledging time and resources towards our goals to further excellence in our field in Olympia, and donating our time to a myriad of amazing charities & causes. 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