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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 Everett Fixers and Opportunity Properties Sell Far Above Asking?

Why Did Everett Fixers and Opportunity Properties Sell Far Above Asking?

Why Did Everett Fixers and Opportunity Properties Sell Far Above Asking?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/08/2026

Everett buyers paid major premiums for selected fixers and opportunity properties when the lot, location, and upside made financial sense.

Local Q&AEverett2026
Which Seattle Price Ranges Were Most Competitive in July 2026?

Which Seattle Price Ranges Were Most Competitive in July 2026?

Which Seattle Price Ranges Were Most Competitive in July 2026?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/08/2026

Seattle resale competition remained broad in July, with fast successful sales and full asking price across several price ranges.

Local Q&A2026Seattle
Which Lynnwood Price Ranges Moved Fastest in July 2026?

Which Lynnwood Price Ranges Moved Fastest in July 2026?

Which Lynnwood Price Ranges Moved Fastest in July 2026?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/08/2026

Lynnwood resale homes moved very differently by price in July. See where closed homes sold fastest and where buyers negotiated more.

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Where Did Bellevue Homes Still Sell Above Asking in July 2026?

Where Did Bellevue Homes Still Sell Above Asking in July 2026?

Where Did Bellevue Homes Still Sell Above Asking in July 2026?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/08/2026

Bellevue above-list sales clustered most visibly in ZIP code 98006 and Somerset, even as citywide buyers gained negotiating room.

Local Q&ABellevue2026
Why Did Marysville Buyers Move Fast With 330 Homes to Choose From?

Why Did Marysville Buyers Move Fast With 330 Homes to Choose From?

Why Did Marysville Buyers Move Fast With 330 Homes to Choose From?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 08/08/2026

Marysville buyers had 330 choices, yet pending sales climbed sharply and compelling homes moved fast. July data shows where demand concentrated.

Local Q&AMarysville2026
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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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