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Here you can find the previous and current listings, posts around real estate tips, and the general life of David Pope, owner of Popes Homes, and his journey of a Washington REALTOR©.

Economics with Matthew Gardner New Agency Law Change New Agency Law Change: Transparency, Consumer Protection & Commitment by David Pope On January 1, 2024, major changes to the Law of Agency will go into effect. These changes result from the real estate industry in the state of Washington wanting to elevate the level of transparency and consumer protection surrounding buyer representation. Senate Bill 5191 was […]
Real Estate A Busy Legislative Session for Housing A Busy Legislative Session for Housing: 10 Bills Passed That Will Affect Housing in Our State by David Pope Search for Washington House(HB) and Senate(SB) Bills Here On April 23rd the Washington State Legislature adjourned after passing 10 new bills that will affect housing. Some of the bills are geared toward creating more transparency around […]
Housing Market Key Factors to Note as the Market Recalibrates in the New Year Key Factors to Note as the Market Recalibrates in the New Year 2022 has been an eventful year in the real estate market and the economy. After two years of pandemic-fueled demand and historically low-interest rates, we experienced a shift. The Fed quickly raised rates (by 2 points) from April to October to combat inflation, […]
Listing Tucked Away in Lake Stevens Tucked Away in Lake Stevens 1605 131st Dr NE 3 Bedrooms | 2.25 Bathrooms | 1,709 Square Feet $639,950 Photos Description Listing Video This house does not come with a green thumb, but you may grow one. A lovely, quiet property with a beautiful greenbelt and Catherine creek running be-ide. Walking paths lead to a […]
Listing Quiet & Quaint Rambler Quiet & Quaint 6014 140th St SE, Everett, WA 98208 3 Bedrooms | 1Bathrooms | 1,008 Square Feet $575,000 Photos Description iGuide Virtual Tour Listing Video Floor Plans This lovely home, which is located in a highly desired Silver Firs community, boasts comfortability and unbeatable convenience. This neighborhood is highly sought-after for its short commute […]
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Listing Secluded on the West Ridge Secluded on the West Ridge 13863 130th Place NE, Kirkland, WA 98034 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 2,120 Square Feet $1,125,000 Photos Description Listing Video iGuide Virtual Tour Floor Plans Up the West Ridge foothills of Woodinville Wine Country stands a beautiful home that reflects the best details of a CamWest Home. Found quietly […]
Listing Secluded on the West Ridge Secluded on the West Ridge Up the West Ridge foothills of Woodinville Wine Country stands a beautiful home that reflects the best details of a CamWest Home. Found quietly secluded in the Sweetbriar neighborhood. This floor plan’s flexibility boasts many options; multiple office spaces, living areas, or bedrooms, it has it all. The sitting room […]
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Listing Lynnwood – Remodeled Rambler 6031 190th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036 Remodeled Rambler $650,000 MLS # 1946417 Click Here for Property Video Click Here for Video of Lynnwood Daleway Park 6031 190th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036 Remodeled Rambler $650,000 MLS # 1946417 Click Here for Property Video Click Here for Video of Lynnwood Daleway Park Beautiful & Fully […]
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Listing Marysville – A Cozy Residential 7110 63rd Place NE, Marysville, WA 98270 So Much Potential $500,000 MLS # 1901377 Listing Video 7110 63rd Place NE, Marysville, WA 98270 So Much Potential $500,000 MLS # 1901377 Property Video This house is an excellent opportunity in this work-from-home environment with a functional floor plan. The main floor great room has a kitchen […]
Economics with Matthew Gardner Monday with Matthew What’s Happening With Mortgage Rates? by Matthew Gardner In this episode of “Monday with Matthew,” Matthew explains the spike in mortgage rates that took place earlier this year and the possible impacts of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the U.S. housing market. He also provides his updated 2022 mortgage rates forecast. The Impact of Rising […]
Listing South Lake Stevens – A MainVue Home 8003 11th Place Southeast, Lake Stevens, WA A MAINVUE HOME $850,000 MLS # 1883131 Listing Video 8003 11th Place Southeast, Lake Stevens, WA A MAINVUE HOME $850,000 MLS # 1883131 Property Video With today’s work-from-home lifestyle, this home offers tremendous flexibility. Main level offers perfect home office near entry away from distractions, theatre room that […]
Real Estate Woods Creek – Worked with Buyer 24213 Florence Acres Rd, Monroe, WA 98272   Worked with two great buyers Woods Creek Rambler MLS# 1850389    Offer accepted at: $650,000 So happy for these first-time homeowners and could not be more impressed with how well prepared they were.  They had put themselves in a good position financially, understood the market, and were […]
Housing Market The Zillow Algorithm vs the Human Algorithm The Zillow Algorithm vs the Human Algorithm The recent news of Zillow’s plan to shut down their iBuyer program due to a $328 million loss in the third quarter has heads spinning in the real estate world and on Wall Street.  Sadly, Zillow plans to eliminate 25% of its workforce because of its decision to […]
Listing Clearview – Snohomish 17410 87th Ave SE Unit #17, Snohomish, WA 98296   Offered at $159,950 Clearview East Residential MLS# 1832777 Imagine relaxing out back surrounded by trees enjoying the quiet yet close enough for easy commuting and shopping. Clearview East #17 is located on a dead-end street, and this is the best site in the park. Covered […]
Listing Long Bay – Lake Stevens 1621 95th Ave NE Lake Stevens, WA 98258   Offered at $515,000 Long Bay Residential MLS# 1825775 Grab your paddleboard and head down to your private community beach/dock on Lake Stevens. This wonderfully cared-for home in the Long Bay community is all ready for its next owner. Relax out back on the new composite deck […]
Listing Madison Estates Residential Listing   Offered at $599,950 Madison Estates Residential MLS# 1821510 Tucked back at the end of a quiet little community is your place to call home. Imagine having enough space inside w rooms for all you need including a main floor office. Beautiful updates including full ceiling height tile fireplace w/ reclaimed wood mantel, gorgeous kitchen […]
Listing Madison Estates Residential & Buildable Lot Listing   Offered at $749,950 Madison Estates Residential MLS# 1821696 Bring your RV, boat & swimsuit and enjoy watching the eagles soar in this gem of a home tucked back at the end of a quiet little community.  Imagine having all the space you need including a home office on the main level, perfect for today’s […]
Listing Magnuson Place II Townhome 15486 ESTHER AVE SE, MONROE, WA 98272 Offered at$424,950 Magnuson Place II Townhome All new interior & exterior paint and carpet. Easy living floor plan with space at the entry before coming into the great room style main level. There is plenty of room for a table in the eating nook that opens to the […]