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If you’re in the market to buy or sell a home, you’ve come to the right spot. Whatever your real estate needs, I can help you reach your goals with confidence. While visiting my website, you can access the most current real estate data and search for homes throughout the Western U.S. And when the time is right, feel free to contact me, I’d love to help you find your dream home or next great investment—let’s connect!

emelie@windermere.com       (206) 519.7436

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Buy easier

You need a partner who knows the neighborhoods, the market and the process. Who can advise you when to think on it, sleep on it or go all in on it. Because this is about much more than a house. This is about your future home. And you don't want to live with it. You want to love it.

Sell faster

There are three things that affect a buyers decision to buy; location, condition and price. It is so important to know the market, know the current rate of homes for sale and recently sold in your neighborhood to ensure you hit the market at the right price.

On the Blog

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    Mortgage Interest Deduction
    Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID): What It Is, Who Qualifies, How the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act Changed It, and How to Claim It on Your 2025 Taxes One of the biggest financial perks of homeownership is the Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID). It can reduce your taxable income and save you money at tax time—but it’s […]
  • Seattle Resources
    How to Stop or Reduce Junk Mail
    How to Stop or Reduce Junk Mail Here’s a guide to help you reduce or stop junk mail filling up your mailbox. Whether it’s piles of offers, catalogs, or random marketing postcards, you’re not alone – and there are good steps you can take. Why it matters Junk mail isn’t just annoying – it’s expensive […]
  • Seattle Real Estate
    What to Know Before Buying a New Construction Home
    🏗️ What to Know Before Buying a New Construction Home Buying a new construction home is exciting-everything is brand new, energy-efficient, and built to today’s design trends. But while the idea of being the first to live in a home is appealing, there are a few important things to consider before signing on the dotted […]
  • First Time Home Buyer Assistance, Seattle Real Estate
    How Mortgage Rate Buydowns Work—And How They Can Help You Win in Today’s Market
    How Mortgage Rate Buydowns Work-And How They Can Help You Win in Today’s Market In today’s high-interest-rate real estate market, both buyers and sellers are looking for ways to make homeownership more affordable-and deals more attractive. One increasingly popular strategy is the mortgage rate buydown. Whether you’re buying your first home or selling one in […]
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Current Mortgage Rates

For 1/17/2026

30 Year Fixed
6.124%
15 Year Fixed
5.49%
7/6 ARM
6.75%

For general informational purposes only. Actual rates available to you will depend on many factors including lender, income, credit, location, and property value. Contact a mortgage broker to find out what programs are available to you.

Mortgage calculator estimates are provided by Windermere Real Estate and are intended for information use only. Your payments may be higher or lower and all loans are subject to credit approval.

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