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Is Tacoma really a queer-friendly city? This episode, Dave Jones sits down with Katie Jones — Tacoma native, Abode real estate agent, and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community — for an honest conversation about what it actually feels like to grow up, raise a family, and feel safe in Tacoma. Katie gets candid about the nuances of acceptance in a city that's often misunderstood: where the safe sp...

In this episode of Inside Abode, host Dave Jones breaks down the Pierce County market right now — inventory, pricing, and where interest rates are headed. It's a quick read on the signals that matter and what they mean for your next move: if you're buying, what to watch before you jump in; if you're selling, how to read the timing. Market data is only useful if it changes your decision...

Is spring actually showing up in the Pierce County real estate market — or is this the quietest "selling season" we've seen in years? In this episode of Inside Abode, host Dave Jones sits down with Jeff Tucker, Windermere Real Estate's Principal Economist, to break down what the latest Northwest MLS data really means for buyers, sellers, and agents across Pierce County and the gr...

Host Dave Jones sits down with Marguerite Martin — founder of MoveToTacoma.com, fair housing champion, and now part of the Windermere Abode family. Marguerite launched MoveToTacoma.com in 2015 when "niching down to one city" felt crazy. Eleven years later, it's one of the most trusted local real estate resources in the PNW. We get into why "what's the best neighborhood?" is a loaded question most...

Most people don't realize that the neighborhood you live in today was likely shaped by decisions made 100 years ago — and not by accident. In this episode of Inside Abode, Dave digs into the history of fair housing right here in Tacoma, as he peruses the website 'tacomafairhousing.com,' which you can go visit for more information! We're talking restrictive covenants, redlining, and...

Here’s a tight, YouTube-optimized version: Most buyers don’t realize there’s a powerful program in Washington helping BIPOC families buy homes with little to no traditional down payment. In this episode, Titus Davis breaks down the Covenant Home Loan Program—offering up to 20% down payment assistance for those with family roots in WA before 1968. Built to address the impact of redlining and housin...

What does it take to be Windermere Ready? Heidi Hurst joins us to unpack the Windermere Ready program — what it covers,why it matters for agents,and how it's raising the bar in real estate. If you'e curious about what Windermere is doing to prepare agents at the highest level,this one' for you.

If you're wondering what's happening in the real estate market in Pierce County, you're not alone. Many are concerned about how the current economic climate, including rising mortgage rates and other factors, will impact home sales. But is the Spring Market already here in Pierce County? Dave goes through some of the data. #RealEstate #PierceCounty #SpringMarket #HousingMarket #MortgageRates #Taco...

Yes, you read correct... a 626 pound fish! Jenny Wetzel joins the show today to share not only her once in a lifetime experience, but her reflections on how the experience relates to real estate. Jenny also gives us an update on what she's seeing in the North Tacoma real estate market. Follow Jenny Wetzel online: www.jennywetzelhomes.com ------------------------------ 🏡 Don’t forget to like,...

How do you get your offer accepted without overpaying? In this episode, we break down real buyer strategies that are working in Tacoma, Puyallup, Lakewood, Gig Harbor, and across Pierce County. From writing stronger offers to understanding seller psychology, we explain how buyers can compete strategically instead of just throwing more money at a deal. If you’re buying a home in Tacoma or anywhere...

This podcast is a throwback episode of the Black History Month Reflection series, where Dave sits down with local black and brown professionals in and around Tacoma. We're bringing conversations that we often have in private, out in the public. Be a fly on the wall as Dave chats with these great individuals. Skyway native Pearl Nelson has lost his family member to a murder at the hands of the...

This podcast is part of a series of Black History Month Reflections with local black and brown professionals in and around Tacoma. We're bringing conversations that we often have in private, out in public. Be a fly on the wall as Dave chats with these great individuals as we wrap up Black History Month 2022. Jiquanda Nelson is a multi-faceted entrepreneur and social disruptor, and the CEO of Diver...

In this episode, we get an impromptu visit from Harrison Beacher, one-third of the Coalition Properties real estate team based out of Washington D.C. Harrison and Dave reflect and pontificate on real estate, black pop culture, and general blackness... be a fly on the wall as they dive in!  Subscribe to the insideABODE podcast! Or visit https://windermereabode.com/ for more content, information on...

Will the Pierce County housing market have is normal cyclical Spring this season? 👀Dave dives into Pierce County real estate market data and looks at where inventory could be headed, days on market, and buyer data... where are they looking to buy right now? ----------- 🏡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real estate tips and updates!🔑 Connect with one of our agents! 👇https:...

*This throwback episode kicks off our Black History Month reflection series. We'll be sharing classic conversations and episodes that still ring true today.* Want to hear a crazy story? Spend the next half hour listening to Devin Hampton's story; from dropping out of the University of Washington, to being laid off at Alaska Airlines, and finding his way to working for the Obama campaign, w...

This episode we spend time looking at the Pierce County Luxury market with Luxury Specialist Heidi Hurst from the Heidi Hurst Team. Heidi and Dave dive into some January numbers as of the time of recording and talk about the Windermere Premier Program, what it takes to make a home a 'Premier Listing' by Windermere, and other sections of the luxury market and how buyers are responding, or not respo...

Looking for somewhere to eat in Tacoma but you can't choose? Are you new and just don't know where to go? We got you! Abodie Kiss'Swanna Curtis joins the show to talk about her top ten favorite spots in Tacoma! What's your favorite? Let us know! --------------------------- 🏡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real estate tips and updates! 🔑 Connect with one of our agents! 👇 h...

Did you know Martin Luther King was a strong advocate for fair housing, and his assassination was the precursor to the Fair Housing Act being passed in 1968? In this episode, Dave takes a look at a speech Dr. King made in Chicago, and then takes a look at housing data by race, provided by the National Association of Realtors. ----------------------------🏡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscr...

In this episode of Inside Abode , Dave Jones sits down with Jenny Wetzel to break down what’s ahead for the 2026 real estate market. The conversation focuses on intentional strategy—how smart pricing, thoughtful improvements, and early planning can separate successful sellers from the rest. Follow Jenny Wetzel online: Instagram Website

📊 What’s next for the housing market? Will rates go down? How will inventory be impacted? Join us as we dive into Jeff Tucker’s insights on the future of real estate in 2026!

Dave Jones sits down with lender Giovanni Cervantes for an honest conversation about the realities black and brown buyers are facing right now. They unpack the challenges first-time homebuyers are running into, the fears many Latino families carry around homeownership, and how down payment assistance programs can open doors for people who don’t think buying is possible. Giovanni shares how his imm...

Abode agent Melo Hogan joins the show to discuss the intricacies of selling a home during a market shift, and how she helps prepare her sellers to sell their home in today's constantly shifting real estate landscape. She breaks down the challenges faced by sellers, the emotional aspects of the selling process, and the importance of creative solutions and community support in navigating the rea...

In this episode, we chat with John Langston, a veteran who spent time in the Navy and transitioned to civilian life. We chat about the challenges he faced, and the support systems available. We also dive into the Seattle Seahawks, and talk sports, and how change and transition applies to both. #veteransday #supportourtroops Follow John Langston online: Instagram

In this episode, Heidi Hurst joins the show to discuss a seller success story. Heidi shares a specific success story involving a client who navigated foundation issues and ultimately secured a full-price offer. Follow Heidi Hurst online: Instagram Website

In this episode, Windermere Abode realtor Ian Broadie joins the podcast to discuss the current state of mortgage rates and their implications for buyers. Ian breaks down the complexities of how mortgage rates are determined, the impact of economic indicators, and the importance of refinancing. Dave and Ian also touch on future predictions for interest rates and strategies for buyers in the current...