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ShowingTime: How Brokers Make Showings Easy for Everyone
If you’re buying or selling a home, one of the most important steps is coordinating showings — and thanks to tools like ShowingTime, your broker can manage every detail with ease and professionalism. ShowingTime is an industry-leading scheduling platform that NWMLS brokers use to simplify the process of showing homes. [..]
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New Construction Homes: Listing Data & Market Trends
There are many benefits to purchasing a newly-constructed home or condo. With all new everything, from appliances and flooring to plumbing and electrical, new construction is a popular choice for those who are seeking a turn-key home. NWMLS brokers have access to a huge database of available properties and can [..]
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Achieve the Dream of Homeownership with Down Payment Resource
Dreaming of owning a home but unsure if you can afford the down payment? You’re not alone—and there’s good news. Northwest MLS brokers have access to a tool that could make your homeownership journey easier: it’s called Down Payment Resource (DPR). This powerful program helps connect buyers with down payment [..]
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Multi-Family Properties: Listing Data & Market Trends
Multi-family homes—like duplexes, triplexes, and converted houses—offer an appealing mix of income potential, long-term value, and relative stability. Here are some of the main benefits: ✔️ Built-in Rental Income With more than one unit under a single roof, multi-family properties offer built-in income streams. Whether you’re house-hacking (living in one [..]
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View Homes: Listing Data & Market Trends
In the Pacific Northwest, there’s no shortage of homes with amazing views. Views are considered by many buyers to be highly desirable and often increase the value of a property. Whether you are selling or looking for a view home, NWMLS brokers have the ability to list and search for [..]
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NWMLS Mobile App: Your Personalized Home Search on the Go
Finding the right home should be simple, intuitive, and convenient—and the NWMLS Mobile App provides NWMLS brokers and their clients with powerful search tools and valuable property insights to help them buy and sell real estate in the Pacific Northwest. The NWMLS Mobile App gives NWMLS brokers a huge advantage [..]
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Affordable Homes for First-Time Buyers: Listing Data & Market Trends
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone—but in today’s competitive market, affordability can feel like a major hurdle. The good news? There are still communities across the Pacific Northwest where first-time buyers can find homes under $450,000. Whether you’re dreaming of a cozy craftsman, a low-maintenance condo, or a [..]
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Unlock the Power of Realist
Grow Your Business with Smarter Property Insights Did you know? NWMLS brokers have access to Realist Property Records — the go-to source for in-depth property intelligence trusted by over one million real estate professionals nationwide. Realist gives you the edge when it comes to market expertise and client service. Here’s [..]
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Top Architectural Styles: Listing Data & Market Trends
When you picture your perfect home, what comes to mind? A charming Craftsman with a welcoming front porch? A light-filled Northwest Contemporary with clean lines and natural materials? Or maybe something more classic, like a Traditional or Cape Cod-style home? No matter your design preferences, Northwest MLS brokers are here [..]
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Top 20 Unique Home Features
Sometimes, finding the perfect home can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack! If you are looking for the ultimate entertainment space complete with an outdoor TV, or would love to work on cars in your own auto shop, NWMLS brokers have advanced searching tools to help find [..]