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Northwest MLS brokers say bidding wars, escalating prices, and buyer fatigue are widespread
KIRKLAND, Washington (April 7, 2021) - Brokers with Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) added 10,562 new listings to inventory during March -- the highest volume since September when they added 11,210 properties to the selection. Even so, demand continued to outstrip supply, keeping inventory depleted.
Housing market stays hot despite some "lousy" February weather
KIRKLAND, Washington (March 4, 2021) - Housing activity during February remained hot around much of Washington state despite significant accumulation of lowland snow over the Valentine's Day weekend, according to latest statistical report from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service.
Pandemic presents new option for home buyers as market "kept foot firmly on the accelerator"
KIRKLAND, Washington (February 4, 2021) - Home buyers who have been precluded from entering Puget Sound's competitive market may want to consider condominiums as an option, according to industry experts who commented on the latest housing statistics from Northwest Multiple Listing Service.
"Extraordinary market conditions" sustain strong home sales around Washington state during holidays
KIRKLAND, Washington (January 6, 2021) - "Insatiable buyer demand" is keeping inventory scarce as house hunters try to outmaneuver and outbid each other, according to reports from Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS). Its statistical summary for December showed strong activity throughout the holiday season with double-digit increases in new listings, pending sales, closed sales, and prices.