FAQ for Olympia WA Sellers – Is the First Offer the Best Offer?

The Olympia WA (in Thurston County) January 2020 real estate marketplace is deep in a seller’s market.  With the low inventory and fewer choices for buyers, many sellers are seeing multiple offers and are receiving offers within hours of listing.  Most offers are over the asking price when buyers are bidding on a property.  But …

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Seller FAQ: What do I do with my pets during showings?

What do I do with my pets during showings? Sellers with pets can have an extra burden when listing their house for sale. If the pets cannot be removed from the house during showings, here are some tips that will ease the stress for you, your pets and the potential buyers touring your home. Indoor-only …

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Seller FAQ: What to do with all the house keys, remotes and keypad codes?

Congratulations – you closed on your house!  Transferring the keys over the new owner is probably the easiest part of the whole transaction but even this task can go awry!  Take these simple steps to deliver the keys to the new owner and avoid getting calls after closing. How to get the keys to the …

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