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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.

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.

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Which Seattle Neighborhoods Saw the Strongest Bidding Competition?

Which Seattle Neighborhoods Saw the Strongest Bidding Competition?

Which Seattle Neighborhoods Saw the Strongest Bidding Competition?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 07/08/2026

Seattle bidding competition appeared most often in selected West Seattle and north Seattle neighborhoods, including Gatewood and Highland Park.

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Are Seattle Buyers Still Competing for Homes in July 2026?

Are Seattle Buyers Still Competing for Homes in July 2026?

Are Seattle Buyers Still Competing for Homes in July 2026?Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 05/08/2026

Seattle buyers still competed for standout homes in July 2026, even as inventory increased and citywide closed sales declined.

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Buying a Home Under $850K in Seattle | July 2026 Housing Market

Buying a Home Under $850K in Seattle | July 2026 Housing Market

Buying a Home Under $850K in Seattle | July 2026 Housing MarketBrandice Raybourn
Published on: 25/07/2026

Thinking about buying a home under $850K in Seattle? Here's what July 2026 NWMLS data reveals about competition, days on market, buyer activity, and seller negotiations.

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New Construction vs. Resale Homes in Seattle | July 2026 Housing Market

New Construction vs. Resale Homes in Seattle | July 2026 Housing Market

New Construction vs. Resale Homes in Seattle | July 2026 Housing MarketBrandice Raybourn
Published on: 25/07/2026

Trying to decide between new construction and a resale home in Seattle? July 2026 NWMLS data reveals where buyers have more choices and how each market is performing.

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Is Seattle's $1.35M+ Resale Housing Market Still Strong? | July 2026

Is Seattle's $1.35M+ Resale Housing Market Still Strong? | July 2026

Is Seattle's $1.35M+ Resale Housing Market Still Strong? | July 2026Brandice Raybourn
Published on: 25/07/2026

How is Seattle's $1.35M+ residential resale market performing? June 2026 NWMLS data shows surprisingly tight inventory, quick sales, and strong buyer demand for luxury resale homes.

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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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