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I am Brandice Raybourn, a Coldwell Banker Danforth real estate broker. I answer local buying and selling questions using NWMLS data, current market activity, and the practical details that broad statistics and online estimates often leave out. If your city or question is not covered yet, email me and tell me what you would like me to answer next.

What Made Maltby, Waterfront, and Acreage Homes So Competitive?

What Made Maltby, Waterfront, and Acreage Homes So Competitive?

What Made Maltby, Waterfront, and Acreage Homes So Competitive?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/08/2026

Snohomish buyers competed aggressively for Maltby, waterfront, riverfront, acreage, and character homes because those properties were hard to replace.

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Why Did Snohomish Buyers Compete for Rare Homes but Pass on Others?

Why Did Snohomish Buyers Compete for Rare Homes but Pass on Others?

Why Did Snohomish Buyers Compete for Rare Homes but Pass on Others?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/08/2026

Snohomish buyers had 29% more homes to choose from but competed aggressively for rare waterfront, acreage, and standout properties in July.

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Why Did Snohomish Homes Between $1.25M and $1.449M Move So Quickly?

Why Did Snohomish Homes Between $1.25M and $1.449M Move So Quickly?

Why Did Snohomish Homes Between $1.25M and $1.449M Move So Quickly?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 05/08/2026

Snohomish homes from $1.25M to $1.449M produced a seven-day median and 15 showings, but pending and closed timing tells an important story.

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Are Sellers Getting Their Asking Price in Snohomish Right Now?

Are Sellers Getting Their Asking Price in Snohomish Right Now?

Are Sellers Getting Their Asking Price in Snohomish Right Now?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 02/06/2026

See which Snohomish homes sold at asking price and which sold below asking price this month.

Local Q&ASnohomish2026
Are buyers negotiating in Snohomish right now?

Are buyers negotiating in Snohomish right now?

Are buyers negotiating in Snohomish right now?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/05/2026

Are buyers negotiating in Snohomish right now based on current market behavior and May 2026 data.

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Why are some homes sitting in Snohomish right now?

Why are some homes sitting in Snohomish right now?

Why are some homes sitting in Snohomish right now?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 07/05/2026

Why some Snohomish homes are selling fast while others are sitting right now May 2026

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Understanding HOAs Before You Buy (What Most Buyers Don’t Realize Until It’s Too Late)

Understanding HOAs Before You Buy (What Most Buyers Don’t Realize Until It’s Too Late)Brandice Raybourn Published on: 26/04/2026

Here’s how to spot red flags, understand assessments, and know what you’re really buying.

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