October 19, 2018
Puget Sound Business Journal Honors Windermere Agents as Tops In the Seattle-Area Luxury Market
Posted in Luxury by John Trupin
Congratulations to our Seattle-area agents for representing a disproportionate share of clients on this year’s Puget Sound Business Journal list of Top 25 Most Expensive Home Sales. In the Seattle-Eastside luxury market, Windermere outperformed all other real estate companies, resulting in some crazy stats.
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September 05, 2018
What You Need to Know About the US Luxury Housing Market
Posted in Luxury by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate
Luxury homes sales across the U.S. continue to perform strongly, but I’m noticing some headwinds starting to appear that are worthy of a closer look. It’s often thought that luxury real estate runs totally independent of the overall market, and while this is true in some respects, there are definitely correlations between high-end housing and the rest of the market.
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August 15, 2018
The Most Ambitious Trends in Luxury Pool Design
Posted in Luxury by John Trupin
When it comes to luxury home design, if you can imagine it, it can be done. In-home spas, luxe bowling alleys, and glass wine rooms are just a few examples we’re seeing out there. The same idea extends outdoors to swimming pools, which are a must for most luxury homes. But we aren’t talking about just any old backyard pool; they’re usually more masterpiece than mainstream. We consulted...
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June 29, 2018
Building Your Home's Amenities Into Experiences
Posted in Luxury by John Trupin
The value of a home is more than what it can be bought and sold for – it also lies in how it makes you feel. Security and comfort are vital components, as well as convenience; however, what many buyers are looking for in a home in 2018 are amenities that deliver a luxury experience. With that in mind, we decided to take a look at a few ways a home can add an “experience” that sets itself apart.
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June 20, 2018
Windermere Hosts Fourth Annual Washington Waterfront Home Tour
Posted in Luxury by John Trupin
Do you find yourself drawn to the water? Are you at your happiest launching a boat on the beach or fishing off a dock just yards from your back door? If you dream of a waterfront life, then you’re in luck! This June 23-24 we are hosting the fourth-annual Washington Waterfront Home Tour. More than 60 homes from as far north as Birch Bay, down throughout the Puget Sound, and even...
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March 02, 2018
Windermere and Zillow Economists Come Together To Discuss Housing
Posted in Luxury and Market News by Zacarias Dumas
Earlier this week, nearly 200 Windermere brokers came together at Windermere’s monthly luxury breakfast at Overlake Golf Club in Medina, WA. The featured speakers were Windermere Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, and Zillow Senior Economist, Skylar Olsen.
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June 20, 2017
Windermere Hosts Third-Annual Washington Waterfront Home Tour
Posted in W Collection, Luxury, Living, and Windermere by Tara Sharp
When you picture your best life, does it include entertaining shore-side? Launching a boat from your back steps? Or fishing in your pajamas? If you dream of a waterfront life then you’re in luck! That’s because on June 24-25 we are hosting the third-annual Washington Waterfront Home Tour. More than 80 homes from the San Juan Islands to Lake Sammamish are available to tour by boat, bike, or car.
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June 15, 2017
Buying Waterfront Properties – What You Should Know Before You Take the Plunge
Posted in Windermere Premier, Luxury, Living, and Windermere by Kelly Weisfield
There is a reason that owning a waterfront home is a life-long dream for so many people – it brings an extraordinary lifestyle. As a significant financial investment and very unique type of real estate, it’s especially critical to engage professionals who understand the complex issues inherent in waterfront properties. Equipped with the right expertise, guidance and knowledge, you’ll be ready...
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February 10, 2017
Luxury Design, Furnishings and Décor Trends
Posted in W Collection and Luxury by Pattie O'Loughlin
There is an appreciation of luxury that is quiet, understated, and personal that is gaining momentum in 2017. People want their homes to feel luxurious but also welcoming, warm, and most importantly, authentic. This means creating spaces that feel highly personal with a piece of original art, beautiful accessory, unique lighting or custom furnishing.
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