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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 14 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 250 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

The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC]
Today, Friday, November 22, 2019, 15 hours ago
Some Highlights:

With interest rates around 3.66%, now is a great time to look back at where they’ve been over the past few decades. Comparatively, they’re pretty low!

According to Freddie Mac, rates are projected to increase to 3.9% by this time next year.

The impact your interest rate has on your monthly mortgage payment is significant. An increase of just $20 dollars in your monthly payment can add up to $240 per year and $7,200 over the life of your loan.

Maybe it’s time to lock in now, while rates are still historically low.
How Long Can This Economic Recovery Last?
Yesterday, Thursday, November 21, 2019, 15 hours ago
The economy is currently experiencing the longest recovery in our nation’s history. The stock market has hit record highs, while unemployment rates are at record lows. Home price appreciation is beginning to reaccelerate. This begs the question: How long can this economic recovery last? The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) Survey of Economists recently called for […]
Buyers Are Looking Now. Are You Ready to List Your Home?
Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 5:00 AM
Inventory on the market today is low, especially among existing homes in the entry and middle-level tiers of the market. It is hovering well below the 6-month supply typically found in a more normal market, as shown in the graph below: With inventory being one of the biggest housing market challenges today, finding a starter […]
Expert Advice: 3 Benefits to Owning a Home
Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 5:00 AM
Success is something often worth repeating, and Brent Sutherland, a Certified Financial Planner and Real Estate Investor, has certainly made his way in a momentum-driving direction. Here are 3 tips he shares from a recent piece in Business Insider on the benefits of owning real estate: 1. Real estate diversifies your income “While it is […]
2 Myths Holding Back Home Buyers
Monday, November 18, 2019, 5:00 AM
In a recent article, First American shared how millennials are not really any different from previous generations when it comes to the goal of homeownership; it is still a huge part of their American Dream. The piece, however, also reveals, “Saving for a down payment is one of the biggest obstacles faced by first-time home […]
The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Friday, November 15, 2019, 5:00 AM
Some Highlights:

Historically, the choice between renting and buying a home has been a tough decision.

Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (27.7%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (17.5%), the choice is clear.

Every market is different. Before you renew your lease, find out if you can put your housing costs to work by buying a home this year.
This is Not 2008 All Over Again: The Mortgage Lending Factor
Thursday, November 14, 2019, 5:00 AM
Some are afraid the real estate market may be looking a lot like it did prior to the housing crash in 2008. One of the factors they’re pointing at is the availability of mortgage money. Recent articles about the availability of low-down payment loans and down payment assistance programs are causing concern that we’re returning […]
Buyer Demand Growing in Every Region
Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 5:00 AM
Buyers are out in full force this fall, increasing the demand for homebuying in all four regions of the country. According to the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, “Home showing activity was up again nationwide with a 4.6 percent rise in traffic, as the traditionally slow fall season began with a marked boost in buyer interest.” […]