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Hey there—January is here, and the Seattle market is starting the year with more clarity and less noise. Inventory finished 2025 meaningfully higher, with active listings up 28% year-over-year and months of supply at 2.3, giving buyers more choice than they’ve had in several years. Prices remain resilient, with the median closed price at $914,000, up 2% from last December—a sign of stabilization rather than slippage. Importantly, the typical monthly payment actually went down from a year ago, as lower interest rates more than offset modest price increases. With buyers more selective, presentation matters more than ever, which makes now the right time to prepare for peak spring activity. And for sellers who don’t have cash on hand, Windermere Ready loans can help fund pre-listing improvements so your home shows well from day one, without requiring upfront out-of-pocket expense. If you’re thinking about buying or selling this year and want to talk through timing, prep, or strategy, I’m always happy to help. — Erik
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