Stay up-to-date on the Snohomish County housing market with monthly Snohomish County Real Estate Market Updates from Snohomish County real estate agent, Zach McDonald.
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This podcast is all about living in Seattle Washington and its neighboring cities like Bellevue Washington and Tacoma Washington! Dive deep into what living in Seattle and its neighboring areas truly feels like. 👋 Considering a move to Seattle, Washington, or its dynamic suburbs like Tacoma, WA & Bellevue, WA? We will cover everything you want to know about the greater Seattle real estate market as well as the most common home buying and selling pitfalls. Transition confidently with guidance ...
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Carl Self is first and foremost a proud father to Jordan and Alexis, but he is also a Senior Mortgage Originator licensed in the state of Washington since 1989. He started out part-time while working as an insurance agent for Pacific Cliffs Financial, and soon learned that he’s truly passionate about helping people to purchase a home. Having fallen in love with the mortgage industry quite quickly, Carl spent time reading and obtaining all of the information available to better serve his clie ...
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Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update | June 2024
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In this Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update, I share Snohomish County housing market stats from May 2024. Do you have questions about the Snohomish County housing market? Thinking about buying or selling a home in Snohomish County? Please don't hesitate to reach out! People like you regularly contact me about their real estate goals after di…
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Rehab Loans: Your Competitive Edge in Buying or Selling! (Make The Compromise Starter Home Your Dream Home Today!
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Unlock the hidden potential of rehab loans and transform your real estate game! Join Aaron Morrow and Brian Laflame as they dissect the world beyond the popular FHA 203K loans, introducing you to VA renovation loans, USDA loans, and investment property options. Discover how these financial tools can enable you to turn less expensive homes into drea…
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Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update | May 2024
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In this Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update, I share Snohomish County housing market stats from April 2024. Do you have questions about the Snohomish County housing market? Thinking about buying or selling a home in Snohomish County? Please don't hesitate to reach out! People like you regularly contact me about their real estate goals after …
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Why are interest rates so high!? | What in the FED is going on!?
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Prepare to navigate the high seas of today's real estate market with expert insights from my self Aaron Morrow & my co-host, Bryan LaFlame. We're tackling the perfect storm of surging interest rates, and understanding their ripple effects on homebuyers' finances. We'll illuminate the often-misunderstood dynamics of Federal Reserve policies, pandemi…
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Climbing the Property Ladder: From First Condo to Million-Dollar Dream Home | Buy This First!
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Imagine kicking off your real estate journey with a smart condo purchase and watching it pave the way to your dream home. Join Bryan LaFlame from Movement Mortgage and me, Aaron Morrow, as we unravel the truth about climbing the property ladder. We're peeling back the layers on home ownership strategies, showing you that the old-school mindset of r…
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Green Living Investments: Mastering Seattle's Eco-Friendly Real Estate Market | Strategies for Buyers and Savvy Home Improvements
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Unlock the secrets of thriving in Seattle's green real estate market with your hosts, Aaron Morrow and mortgage maestro Bryan LaFlame. This week, we're peeling back the layers of what it means to invest in eco-friendly living spaces, from the price premiums of green-certified homes to the long-term savings they offer. Find out how to navigate the N…
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Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update | April 2024
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In this Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update, I share Snohomish County housing market stats from April 2024. Do you have questions about the Snohomish County housing market? Thinking about buying or selling a home in Snohomish County? Please don't hesitate to reach out! People like you regularly contact me about their real estate goals after …
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Home Sellers Sue National Association of Realtors and the Settlement means the death of all Buyer's Agents
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Join us, Aaron Morrow and Brian Laflame, we dive deep into the recent NAR (National Association of Realtors) lawsuit settlement. There's a lot of buzz and, unfortunately, a ton of misinformation swirling around out there. We're here to clear the air, focus on the facts, and shed light on what we know so far! We take a sharp look at the National Ass…
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What it Takes to Win a Bidding War on a Home - Competitive Home Buying
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If you've ever wondered how to make your real estate offer as a home buyer the one that sellers can't refuse in a bidding war, then buckle up for an enlightening journey with Aaron Morrow and Bryan Laflamme. Together, we peel back the layers on the complexities of the Seattle housing market, from earnest money negotiations to the ins and outs of se…
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Exposing Low Down Payment Vs 20% Down Loans | Is Putting More Money Down on a Home Always Better?
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Could the key to building your wealth lie in a real estate strategy that departs from the standard 20% down payment? We dissect the intricacies of real estate investment, debunking the myth that hefty down payments are the only route to homeownership. Grappling with the realities of saving in a world where real estate prices are ever-climbing, our …
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Buying vs. Renting in Seattle: Inflation-Proofing Your Future Through Smart Real Estate | Which Is RIGHT for YOU right NOW? | Expert Guidance and Myth-Busting Insights
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Unlock the secrets to making the best financial decision for your future as Brian Laflamme, and I dissect the buying vs. renting conundrum with a clear-eyed analysis of the Seattle real estate market. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how a fixed mortgage can protect you from inflation, and the surprising amount of income both renters…
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Seattle Versus Philadelphia: A Tale of Two Real Estate Markets
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Unlock the mysteries of the urban real estate market with our latest episode, as Arick Davidson, TikTok sensation and dual expert in law and real estate, joins me to dissect the unique characteristics of Seattle and Philadelphia's housing landscapes. As Bryan Laflame takes a brief hiatus, Arick and I navigate through the nuances of affordability, n…
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The Most Powerful Person in The World Speaks - How Did the Markets Listen?
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Unlock the mysteries of the Federal Reserve's influence on your wallet, Bryan Laflame and I, Aaron Morrow, dissect the latest Fed meeting outcomes with an eye on real estate and mortgage rates. Get ready to navigate the economic ripples with our expert analysis, as we reveal Chairman Powell's pivotal comments and the surprising ways employment data…
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Right on the Market: 2024 Housing Predictions | Revers Market Crash?
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Celebrate with us as we knock it out of the park with our 2023 housing market predictions, bringing you a treasure trove of knowledge on why home prices keep climbing up, up, up! Joining me is Bryan Laflame from Movement Mortgage, as we lift the veil on Seattle's real estate scene to showcase the wonder of compound appreciation. We're not just abou…
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House Hacking Your Way to Homeownership: Discover Real Estate Investment and Financial Freedom
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Unlock the door to financial independence through the savvy real estate strategy of house hacking! In this enlightening episode, I team up with Bryan Lafame, an expert realtor from Washington, to guide you through the process of turning a multi-unit property into a cash-flowing investment. Learn how living in one unit while renting out the rest can…
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Unlocking Washington State's Down Payment Assistance and the Art of House Hacking | Essential Mortgage Tips
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Embark on a journey through the misunderstood realm of down payment assistance programs in Washington state as Bryan Laflamme and I, Aaron Morrow, your friendly neighborhood greater Seattle area Realtor tackle myths and reveal untapped opportunities. These financial leg-ups are not just for first-time homebuyers; they're open to savvy investors loo…
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Navigating the New Year: Strategies and Stories from Seattle's Real Estate Roller Coaster
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Happy New Year, dear listeners! Aaron Maro here, with my partner-in-podcast Brian Laflame, and we're starting off the year by unpacking the ever-twisting saga of Seattle's real estate market. With a special look at King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties, we've got the lowdown on how recent shifts in interest rates are shaking up the housing inventory…
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Wall Street's Grip on Homeownership: Navigating Real Estate Investment and Legislation | In-Depth Property Insights
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Ever wondered how the big guns of Wall Street influence your chances of owning a home? This week, Brian Laflame and I tackle the thorny issue of hedge funds snapping up single-family homes and the legislative tussles that could change the game for individual homebuyers and small-scale investors. As we dissect the pros and cons of corporate ownershi…
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Fed Up Rates Down! How the Real Estate Market Reacted to the Fed Pivot
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Ever wonder how to navigate the fluctuating tides of Seattle's real estate market? Join us as we decode the mysteries alongside mortgage lender, Brian Laflame, shedding light on the recent actions of the Federal Reserve and their impact on interest rates. We dive into the rapid rise in home purchase applications and how potential homebuyers can tur…
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Seattle Housing Market: Navigating Interest Rate Trends | Expert Real Estate Insights
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Hey everyone, Aaron Morrow here, your go-to realtor expert in the Greater Seattle area. I'm thrilled to bring you key insights from the latest episode of our podcast, "Living In The Greater Seattle, WA Area with Aaron Morrow." In this insightful episode, I'm joined by Bryan Laflamme, an outstanding lender I partner with through Movement Mortgage. W…
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Seattle Area Housing Holiday Market Trends | Aaron Morrow - Seattle Real Estate For Everyone
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Ever wondered why the real estate market slows down during the holiday season and how you can leverage that to your advantage? That's what we're unpacking with myself, Aaron Morrow, as well as some realtor colleagues and special guests of mine, Kristy Lucas and Eric Olson. We reminisce about those sweet deals we've helped clients secure just before…
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Day 193 9 1 2020 by Carl SelfBy Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news.By Carl Self
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Day 191 8 21 2020 by Carl SelfBy Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. WOW!!! The Fed minutes came out and rates are still positive. To get these historic low mortgage rates call me today 206-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. WOW!! New Homes are on fire. Be ready to pay up to 30% more now with lumber prices skyrocketing 40% recently. Have a great day!!!By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. WOW! Was it ever hot yesterday in Seattle. Even hotter are the record low interest rates. Call us today and see how we can help.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate update. Things are crazy out there. Now the FHFA and FNMA and FHLMC are taking it upon themselves to charge the American a tax fee for refinancing their home mortgage loan. Hit me up to get in on how to reach out to your Legislatures in Washington DC.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. FHFA also announced an additional .5% LLPA fee for those of you wanting to refinance. Amazing the money grab going on right now. if you are ready to purchase a home or refinance your current home give me a call and let us help you get in on these historic low interest rates before they are gone. 206-307…
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. It was a blood bath for mortgage bonds yesterday and seems to continue today. If you have not locked your rate in yet NOW would be a good time.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Sorry we have been very busy the last couple of weeks but we are back and ready to serve.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. NOW is the time to buy a home. If you have not or are wanting to give us a call and let us get you pre-approved and make your offer the next best thing to cash. 206-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and real estate news. If you have not taken advantage of these historic lows, today is a great day to save on your mortgage payments and the interest you will pay.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. If you have not refinanced or are wanting to buy a home, today is the day to take advantage of these historic low interest rates before they are gone forever. Call me today for a free total cost analysis and see if it makes sense. 206-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news update. Things are good and will get better in the real estate market. I am still in the long distance relationship and will see how much longer I can go.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Things are really good in the mortgage bond market at all time lows and rates could be headed to the mid 2s in the next week. If you are wanting to refinance or purchase a home please give us a call for a FREE Total Cost Analysis. 2036-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also a little talk / personal thought on Covid 19. Have a great day!!!By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also share a little about why I am almost at the end of my long distance relationship and it is becoming clear what I really desire and want from a love relationship.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. I also continue to share a little about my long distance relationship.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also a little on my LD relationship and when is it really done.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also share a little about my journey in a long distance relationship.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Still at historic lows. Call us to refinance or purchase a new home today. Today I express what I am learning about long distance relationships and yes they do have an expiration date. Not sure what that is but for me it may be sooner rather than later.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. I am really finding some calm and peace staying out of the MSM and SM. I never knew how much that impacted my peace and calm.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate update. A little bit on patience and how I can be impatient and too patient. Crazy dichotomy for sure. Have a great weekend.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Rates are moving in a positive direction. I also share a little on my long distance relationship and how long do you wait? Not sure but some days I want to be done waiting. What would you do? Sorry I forgot to post yesterday's brief.By Carl Self
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today's mortgage bond and real estate update. We are really working hard to be the light and love in the world around us via SM. How are you doing and what is your goal in SM postings?By Carl Self
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If there isn't an exception on the Title Commitment or Title Policy, they will insure against any losses as a result of there not being a public road. A couple of questions for you:Is the property in a PUD or HOA?By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and real estate news. A short talk on affordable housing options such as a manufactured home and how you can get in with little to no money down.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. We are still working on removing media and social media from our minds so that we can be the light and love we desire. How about you? What are you being today, light and love or darkness, hate and anger?By Carl Self
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