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Thinking about selling your home in Washington State? Many homeowners assume selling is as simple as putting a sign in the yard and waiting for offers. In reality, the decisions you make before your home hits the market can have a major impact on how quickly it sells and how much money you ultimately walk away with. In this episode of RE radar, Nathan Mathisen breaks down the entire home selling p...

Thinking about buying a home in Washington State? The home buying process can feel overwhelming, especially if you're a first-time buyer. Between pre-approvals, inspections, earnest money, contingencies, appraisals, and closing, there are a lot of moving pieces—and making the wrong decision can be expensive. In this episode of RE radar, Nathan Mathisen walks through the entire Washington State hom...

Seattle's housing market delivered some surprising numbers in May 2026. In this episode of RE radar, Nathan Mathisen breaks down the latest Seattle residential real estate statistics, including: • Median home prices • New listings and seller activity • Inventory levels • Buyer demand and pending sales • Why some homes are getting 20+ offers while others sit on the market • What buyers and sellers...

Why do some homes get multiple offers the first weekend… while others sit on the market for months? In this episode of RE radar, Seattle area realtor Nathan Mathisen breaks down the real reasons homes sell quickly — and why others struggle to attract buyers. A lot of people assume a home sitting on the market means nobody wants it. In reality, it often comes down to pricing, presentation, buyer ps...

What’s really happening in the Seattle real estate market? In this April 2026 market update, I break down the latest numbers and what they actually mean for buyers and sellers right now. 📊 Key topics covered: Median home price changes (month-to-month vs. year-over-year) Why prices are slightly down from last year Surge in new listings (+30% YoY) Buyer activity and pending sales trends Inventory r...

If you’ve been following the news, you’ve probably heard that the housing market is slowing down… buyers are disappearing… and homes aren’t selling. But is that actually true here in Seattle? In this episode of RE radar, I break down exactly what I’m seeing right now in the Seattle real estate market as of April 2026—from open house traffic, to review dates, to why some homes are still getting mas...

March 2026 brought more homes, steady prices, and a surprising number of buyers hitting the Seattle market—despite global uncertainty and rising mortgage rates. In this episode of RE radar, I break down the latest stats, explain what it means for buyers and sellers, and show why right now could be a rare opportunity to get into a home without the bidding war stress. Timestamps: 0:00 – Welcome &amp...

Most buyers think they’ll walk into a home and instantly know it’s the one. Sometimes that happens… but most of the time, that mindset leads to hesitation, overthinking, and missed opportunities. In this episode of RE radar, I break down a better way to approach home buying—one that removes the guesswork and gives you clarity before you ever step foot in a showing. We cover: Why your “why” matters...

What’s really happening in the Seattle real estate market right now? In this February 2026 market recap, I break down the latest numbers including home prices, buyer demand, new listings, and interest rate trends to explain what’s actually happening in the market and what it means for buyers and sellers heading into the spring season. 📊 Here’s what we cover in this episode of RE radar: - Seattle...

If your home isn’t selling — or you’re worried about leaving money on the table — it almost always comes down to one thing: pricing. In this episode of RE radar, realtor Nathan Mathisen breaks down why pricing is the single most important decision you’ll make when selling your home, and how getting it wrong can cost you time, leverage, and ultimately thousands of dollars. You’ll learn: - Why overp...

When people buy or sell a home, they usually focus on price, interest rates, and timing. But the biggest regrets in real estate almost never come from those things. In this episode of RE radar, I break down the overlooked details most buyers and sellers don’t think about — the small assumptions that can turn into big problems later. We talk about: Location issues you won’t see on a listing Noise,...

Seattle home prices dipped in December — but is that a warning sign for 2026, or just normal seasonality? In this episode of RE radar, I break down the December Seattle real estate market and explain what the latest numbers actually mean for buyers and sellers moving into 2026. We look at median sale prices, how December compares to prior years, and why January is the month that really matters whe...

Real estate headlines are designed to grab attention — not tell the full story. In this episode of RE radar, I break down several viral real estate headlines and show you what actually happens when you look past the headline and into the data. You’ll hear phrases like “housing crash,” “another 2008,” or “buyers finally taking over” — but do those claims hold up once you zoom out and look at invent...

Seattle Real Estate Market Update — November 2025 Welcome back to RE radar! In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about the November 2025 Seattle housing market — including home prices, new listings, pending sales, inventory, days on market, and the latest interest-rate and Fed news. If you're buying or selling in Seattle, this is the data you actually need (not the doom-and-gl...

Seattle real estate in 2025 finally took a breath — and the market revealed 7 trends that shaped everything for buyers, sellers, and investors. In this RE radar episode, I break down exactly what happened this year: • Why mortgage rates finally gave buyers confidence again • Why more inventory didn’t turn Seattle into a buyers market • Why good homes didn’t always sell the first weekend • Why pric...

October brought stormy skies and shifting dynamics to the Seattle housing market—but not in the way you might expect. In this month’s RE radar, Nathan Mathisen breaks down the latest stats: why the median sale price jumped to $888K, how different price ranges are performing, and where buyers are quietly gaining power. Whether you’re thinking about selling or scouting for deals, this episode helps...

Buying a home solo has never been tougher — but there’s a new strategy changing the game: co-buying real estate. In this RE radar episode, Nathan Mathisen breaks down everything you need to know about co-buying a house with friends, family, or partners — including how it works, the pros and cons, and how to protect everyone involved. ✅ What you’ll learn in this video: • What co-buying is and why...

September brought the first Fed rate cut of 2025 — but did that actually help mortgage rates? In this episode of RE radar, I break down exactly what happened with rates, prices, and home sales across Seattle. We’ll look at how mortgage rates dipped (and then jumped), why both home prices and total sales volume slid, and why more listings and pending sales might actually signal a stronger market he...

There’s a LOT of bad real estate advice floating around — from TikTok to the headlines. In this episode of RE radar, I’m busting six of the biggest myths I hear from Seattle buyers and sellers all the time. Some of these misconceptions? They could end up costing you thousands if you believe them. Here’s what we’re breaking down today: - Do you really need 20% down to buy a home? - Is spring actual...

Seattle real estate had a big summer — and I’m breaking it all down in the Season 3 kickoff of RE radar.   🏡 Here’s what we cover in this episode: June’s record-breaking median home price of $1,040,000 Why sales surged in June as mortgage rates dipped July & August’s seasonal slowdown (and why it wasn’t a crash) Year-over-year price growth and what it means for buyers & sellers A predicti...

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Understanding Home Value series—where we wrap things up with the biggest factor of all: external forces. I’m Nathan Mathisen, and on this episode of RE radar, we’re diving into the myths and realities around recessions, interest rates, and what actually drives housing prices on a big-picture scale.   💥 Spoiler alert: – Recessions don’t always mean a housing crash – Ris...

In Episode 2 of the "Understanding Home Value" series, I’m breaking down the features inside the home that can either boost value—or quietly kill it. From awkward floor plans to smart upgrades that deliver a huge ROI, this episode is all about helping homeowners and buyers understand what really matters when evaluating a property. Whether you're prepping to sell or house hunting with intention, th...

Welcome to Episode 1 of our three-part RE radar series: Understanding Home Value. Today we tackle the timeless saying — "location, location, location" — and break down what that actually means in today’s market. I'm Nathan Mathisen, your host and local Seattle realtor, and in this episode, we explore: 📍 The macro view — how city, neighborhood, and reputation affect baseline value 🚦 The micro vie...

What really happened in Seattle’s housing market this May? In this month’s RE radar, I break down key trends in both residential and condo sales — including why prices are slipping, pending sales are shifting, and why even with a flood of new listings, closed transactions are still way down.   We’ll talk about: 🏠 Median price drops from April to May 📉 28% fewer closed sales compared to 12-year a...

In this episode of RE radar, I’m breaking down the key differences between condos, townhomes, and single-family homes—so you can figure out which type of home actually fits your lifestyle, goals, and budget.   We’ll cover: - What each type of home really means - Ownership structure and maintenance responsibilities - Pros and cons of privacy, cost, space, and HOA rules - Real-life examples that bri...