Blog - Cori Whitaker

Outdoor Movies: Summer 2021

By Cori Whitaker | Jul 6, 2021

Movies at the Mural Free outdoor movies at Seattle Center this summer. Movies begin at dusk (usually around 9pm) Jul 31 – The Princess Bride Aug 6 – The Farewell Aug 7 – Strictly Ballroom Aug 13 – Vampires vs […]

Newsletter – Summertime 2021: No Relief in Heat, But Relief for Buyers

By Cori Whitaker | Jul 1, 2021

Last week I heard a quote from Mike Loftin of the Urban Institute that resonated with me. “We need to stop seeing housing as a reward for financial success and instead see it as a critical tool that can facilitate financial success.” Homeownership as an investment has always been a long-term hold in order for […]

4th of July: Fireworks & Events Around the Sound

By Cori Whitaker | Jun 28, 2021

In-person events are back! As we transition back to “normal” there are several local events and celebrations for the whole family to enjoy this 4th of July! Some cities were not able to pull off such large events given the timing of opening and the circumstances surrounding the pandemic, but there are some great options […]

By Cori Whitaker | May 20, 2021

Here we are, one-third into 2021, and boy what a ride it has been so far. We all know that 2020 was a unique year full of challenges and change. The pandemic made us pause and reevaluate many aspects of our lives including where and how we live. The impact of the pandemic on the […]

By Cori Whitaker | May 3, 2021

Matthew Gardner is the Chief Economist at Windermere and a sought-after expert on real estate, both locally and across the country. Every quarter, Matthew breaks down the real estate market by region and provides the Gardner Report; you can read this quarter’s full report here. Additionally, he also provides a monthly video report touching on […]

By Cori Whitaker | Apr 19, 2021

Q1 2021 signified a measurable shift in the real estate market. Demand since the first of the year has been brisk, proving Q1 2021 to be one of the most impactful times in market history! Interest rates remain historically low, helping to offset the cost of price appreciation. Rates and the lucrative tech-influenced job market have helped pending sales […]