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Leslie McFadden

Real Living Northwest, REALTORS®
18422 103rd Ave. NE
Bothell, WA 98011
(425) 954-7128
leslie@rlnorthwest.com
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I've been a Realtor for over 13 years and I am also a US Army Veteran. I built my business on the principles I learned from these experiences and then grew it, together with my husband Kevin, on a foundation of satisfied clients and referrals. Below are a few of my key qualifications:

- Over 240 career market transactions (buyers and sellers)

- Average sell price vs. list price of 106.1%

- Certified in the following areas:

- Negotiation

- Condo Law

- New Home Sales

- Remarketing of expired listings

- Relocation

What this means to you as our client, whether buying or selling, is that I am well versed in the dynamics of the current market and will work diligently to bring your transaction the best price possible.

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REAL ESTATE NEWS UPDATES

Pre-Approval: Your 1st Step in Buying a Home
Yesterday, Monday, October 15, 2018, 19 hours ago
In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes outnumbers the number of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about buying your dream home is to get pre-qualified or pre-approved for a […]
Buying a Home? Do You Know the Lingo? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Friday, October 12, 2018, 5:00 AM
Some Highlights:

Buying a home can be intimidating if you are not familiar with the terms used during the process.

To start you on your path with confidence, we have compiled a list of some of the most common terms used when buying a home.

The best way to ensure that your home-buying process is a confident one is to find a real estate professional who not only puts your family’s needs first, but will guide you through every aspect of the transaction with ‘the heart of a teacher.’
Dispelling the Myth About Home Affordability
Thursday, October 11, 2018, 5:00 AM
We have all seen the headlines that report that buying a home is less affordable today than it was at any other time in the last ten years, and those headlines are accurate. But, have you ever wondered why the headlines don’t say the last 25 years, the last 20 years, or even the last […]
New Home Sales Up 12.7% From Last Year
Wednesday, October 10, 2018, 5:00 AM
According to the latest New Residential Sales Report from the Census Bureau, new construction sales in August were up 3.5% from July and 12.7% from last year! This marks the second consecutive month with double-digit year-over-year growth (12.8% in July). The report also showed that builders have ramped up construction with an increase in new […]
What’s Going On With Home Prices?
Tuesday, October 09, 2018, 5:00 AM
According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Insights Report, national home prices in August were up 5.5% from August 2017. This marks the first time since June 2016 that home prices did not appreciate by at least 6.0% year-over-year. CoreLogic’s Chief Economist Frank Nothaft gave some insight into this change, “The rise in mortgage rates this […]
The True Cost of NOT Owning Your Home
Monday, October 08, 2018, 5:00 AM
Owning a home has great financial benefits, yet many continue to rent! Today, let’s look at the financial reasons why owning a home of your own has been a part of the American Dream for the entirety of America’s existence. Realtor.com reported that: “Buying remains the more attractive option in the long term – that remains the […]
Buying a Home is Cheaper than Renting in 38 States! [INFOGRAPHIC]
Friday, October 05, 2018, 5:00 AM
Some Highlights:

According to a study by GOBankingRates, it is cheaper to buy a home than rent in 38 states across the country.

In six states the difference between buying & renting would account for less than a $50 monthly difference, leaving the choice up to the individual family.

Nationwide, it is now 26.3% cheaper to buy.
Are We About to Enter a Buyers’ Market?
Thursday, October 04, 2018, 5:00 AM
Home sales are below last year’s levels, home values are appreciating at a slower pace, and there are reports showing purchasing demand softening. This has some thinking we may be entering a buyers’ market after sellers have had the upper hand for the past several years. Is this really happening? The market has definitely softened. […]