What is in a parcel number? That question is something we don't hear to often yet the tax parcel ID is an integral part of owning a piece of real estate and here is brief overview with two graphics.

Sometimes parcel numbers, also known as tax ID numbers, can seem like a random stream of numbers. This couldn't be further from the truth. The parcel number is used by the Snohomish County assessors office to keep track of land for tax purposes.

They actually contain a lof o information about how to locate the subject property with a Section Township and Rang; or, a lot and block inside of plat or subdivision. Find the below breakdown of what's in a parcel number.

Platted Tax ID Number

The Platted Tax ID Number contains Major Number / Plat Number, BLock, Lot, and Additional Segregation.

When moving to a new area, it's important to consider all factors that may impact your daily routine. In Western Washington, and more specifically Snohomish County, has limited interstates and highways for commuters to travel. Its a major soar spot for everyone that lives here and even if a home is located relatively close to your workplace, heavy traffic can greatly increase the time it takes to get to your destination.

It's often the case in Snohomish County that a homeowner's commute is based on time rather than mileage and with that. there are 2 Things to Know about commute and housing.

With housing inventory remaining low in Snohomish County and concerns of continued interest rate hikes, you are probably wondering how those factors will impact a home's or property's market value.

Or, are needing to sell a property due to a death or divorce and haven't been tuned into the housing market for a period of time? Whatever the reason for selling, it's important to understand the "market value" of your home or property and how its derived.

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In Snohomish County we use a Market Approach when determining a home's or property's value based on comparable (similar) properties. That Market Approach looks at comparable active, pending inspection, pending, and sold properties as well as days on market and median/average closed sales prices to determine a recommended listing price.

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Yet, there are other items that sellers need to be away of when understanding home valuations and in this article we'll outline the factors that go into:

• What the Market Value of Your Home is NOT
• What the Market Value of Your Home is BASED On
• What Sellers / Homeowners Can Control
• What Sellers /Homeowners Cannot Control

Whether you're new to the area or just conducting research on Snohomish County Washington, here is a infographic that is easy to read and highlights the following County statistics:

• County Size in Square Miles: 13th Largest in WA State
• Population: 833,540 in 2021, 0.7% increase from 2020
• Housing Units: 318,057 with a owner occupied rate of 68%
• Building Permits: 5,780 new permits in 2020
• Boeing & Navy: Leading employers

Have you been curious about the dirt work along 172nd in Lakewood over the past years? If so, you're not alone.

Many folks we've talked to have been more than interested and we all have heard our fair share of rumors. So we decided to do more research as previous attempts never alluded to who might be the owner, other than a LLC.

Today, it was noticed that the corner of the 172nd and 23rd Ave NE that Providence Health & Services-W owns 2 parcels totaling 9.55 acres - the south eastern side of the round-a-bout and across from Hobby Lobby.

While its unknown what type of services would be there, it is good to read the lots are not owned by another apartment investor - traffic in the area is pretty bad right now.

Do you have any thoughts on the 172nd development that you'd like to share? If so, the comments below are open.

The Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) published its Market Snapshot for January 2023 which we've complied into easy to follow infographic. The infographic highlights the following categories:

• Closed Residential & Condo Sales
• Closed Median Sales Price: Residential & Condos
• Total Dollar Value of Closed Sales
• Closed Median Sales Price: New Construction
• Available Months of Housing Inventory
• New Listings Comparison: Jan. 22 to Jan. 23
• Pending Sales
• Total NWMLS Members & Member Offices

What are the Different Types of Title Insurance Policies? In this blog post we'll briefly touch on common title insurance policies in Washington State.

Lender's Policy

If you've ever mortgaged a home, chances are you were required to purchase a title insurance policy. This Lender's Policy (often called a loan policy) is required by most lending institutions as a way to insure their security interest in the property. This policy protects the bank or other lending institution for as long as they maintain an interest in the property (typically until your mortgage is paid off).

Home maintenance is the never ending battle of homeownership. Somedays you're winning, feeling caught up or ahead of the game, and ready to soak up some couch time. Then, without notice, you can't do anything right. You're breaking toilets, losing tools, and the house just seems to be falling apart around you. Stress is high and you're trying not to snap at the family.

I should know as my experience runs deep and the struggle to repair, replace, and fix a previous owner's care, or lack thereof, is never ending. At times the tasks are hard and sometimes they're easy yet the whole ordeal is overwhelming.

Do People Buy or Sell a Home During the Holidays? It is a common industry myth that people do not buy or sell homes during the holiday season (November through January). The rational behind this myth is: people would rather enjoy the holidays without having to worry about showing(s) while guests are visiting and no one want to be move while the weather is poor.

If you believe the myth then there is no point to list a home for sale or shop online and available homes for sale.

But the answer to the question Do People Buy or Sell a Home During the Holidays? the answer is "Yes". And, its an even better time to sell and buy home for the following reasons.

Are you moving and have a pet or pets? If so, here are 5 tips to make the move easier on your pet as well as yourself.