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5 Tips for Creating a Low-Work Yard

The point of having a yard is to enjoy outdoor living space, not spend your weekends laboring over its upkeep. Between mowing the lawn, weeding flower beds and watering plants, maintaining beautiful landscaping can often feel like a full-time job. The good news is with careful planning and the right choices, you can create a […]
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Downsizing Without the Drama: How to Harness Technology for a Smooth Transition

In today’s fast-paced world, the thought of downsizing your home can be as daunting as it is necessary. The transition to a smaller living space offers numerous benefits, including reduced maintenance and living costs. Fortunately, technology stands ready to streamline the process, transforming potential stress into a manageable, even enjoyable journey. By integrating digital tools […]
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Renovations to Consider Before Selling for Increased ROI

Selling your home can be both exciting and daunting as you prepare to downsize and enter retirement. One way to maximize your investment and ensure you get the best price is by making strategic renovations that increase your property’s return on investment (ROI). Enhancing your home’s appeal is crucial to stay competitive in today’s […]
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Unveiling the Secrets of DIY Appliance Fixes

Fixing your appliances yourself offers a dual benefit: It’s both economically advantageous and personally satisfying. Taking on these tasks can significantly extend the lifespan of your household gadgets, reducing the need for costly replacements. However, the importance of being well-informed and cautious cannot be overstated. Approaching your repairs with the right knowledge and care is […]

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For Home Owners 5 Tips for Creating a Low-Work Yard The point of having a yard is to enjoy outdoor living space, not spend your weekends laboring over its upkeep. Between mowing the lawn, weeding flower beds and watering plants, maintaining beautiful landscaping can often feel like a full-time job. The good news is with careful planning and the right choices, you can create a […]

Tips & Tricks Downsizing Without the Drama: How to Harness Technology for a Smooth Transition In today’s fast-paced world, the thought of downsizing your home can be as daunting as it is necessary. The transition to a smaller living space offers numerous benefits, including reduced maintenance and living costs. Fortunately, technology stands ready to streamline the process, transforming potential stress into a manageable, even enjoyable journey. By integrating digital tools […]

For Home Owners Renovations to Consider Before Selling for Increased ROI Selling your home can be both exciting and daunting as you prepare to downsize and enter retirement. One way to maximize your investment and ensure you get the best price is by making strategic renovations that increase your property’s return on investment (ROI). Enhancing your home’s appeal is crucial to stay competitive in today’s […]

Tips & Tricks Unveiling the Secrets of DIY Appliance Fixes Fixing your appliances yourself offers a dual benefit: It’s both economically advantageous and personally satisfying. Taking on these tasks can significantly extend the lifespan of your household gadgets, reducing the need for costly replacements. However, the importance of being well-informed and cautious cannot be overstated. Approaching your repairs with the right knowledge and care is […]

Tips & Tricks Home safety for trick or treaters Everyone wants an accident-free Halloween in the neighborhood, so these few tips will ensure the local kids have a scary and super-fun night. Clear Paths Before the little ghouls and goblins start their quest for treats, take a stroll around your front yard. Remove any lurking garden tools or toys that might pose a tripping […]

For Home Owners 13 tasks to cross off your fall home maintenance checklist. As the seasons change, it’s important to stay on top of your home maintenance checklist — especially during the fall. During this time of year, the cooler temperatures and harsh fall weather can do a number on your home. But with some preparation (and professional assistance), you can keep your home warm, cozy, and safe. […]

Kari's Blog Upsize Your Home and Your Business With These Ideas Growing a business is a great thing, but when it becomes too big for your current home, you may feel overwhelmed. Figuring out the logistics of running a business from your home can be tricky, and when you don’t have enough space to store inventory or to create an office with privacy, both you and […]

For Buyers How to Make Moving to a New State Hassle-Free Moving to a new state is a big adjustment and can be draining. However, having the right information can make it less challenging. Here are some tips from Kari Haas Real Estate Team on how to make moving to a new state hassle-free and help you make the transition as smooth as possible. Find a […]

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For Buyers Fix It Up and Sell It: A Senior’s Guide to House Flipping Believe it or not, retirement doesn’t suit everyone. In fact, some people simply enjoy working while others want to earn a little extra cash. That’s where house-flipping comes in. It can be an extremely profitable side gig for seniors willing to invest time and money. If you’re curious about learning more, you’re in luck. Kari […]

For Buyers Upsizing for Retiring: Find a Home for Your Homestead Some retirees plan to downsize their lives and homes after a while, ostensibly to make things simpler and to have less baggage in retirement. But you’re different: You want to upsize and pursue a grander new life of homesteading as a retiree, with enough space to welcome family whenever they wish to visit, pursue crafts […]

For Buyers 6 Tips for Moving and Starting Over in New State Moving is both exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Without proper planning, it can become chaos, slowing down your chance to adjust quickly to your new home. If you’re moving to a new state, you may come across even more obstacles. Consider these tips to help you simplify the process. Start Planning Far in […]

For Buyers How to Successfully Move and Start a Business at the Same Time If you’re moving house and starting a business at the same time, proper planning is key to easing stress and making smart decisions. Bellevue, WA has a lot to offer new business owners and homeowners, so it’s a great place to start your search. If you take the time to consider your needs, this venture […]

Decor Fun and Affordable Ways to Turn Your Empty Nest into a Dream Home Fun and Affordable Ways to Turn Your Empty Nest Into a Dream Home If you are one of the many empty-nesters in the U.S., then you could have more house space than you know what to do with. Instead of leaving the extra space the way it is, how about taking on a few fun, […]

Decor When Establishing a Home Office, Should You Buy New or Remodel? When Establishing a Home Office, Should You Buy New or Remodel? When you have dreams of running your own business from home, your first reaction is likely to evaluate your current space. Is it big enough? Can you actually run a business from home without violating zoning regulations? How can you ensure your […]

For Buyers What to Expect When Buying a Fixer-Upper What to Expect When Buying a Fixer-Upper Buying a fixer-upper isn’t for the faint of heart. However, for many first-time home buyers, it’s the ideal way to get into the market. Before jumping into it, make sure you’re familiar with the buying process and what to expect when renovating. These tips will help you […]

Decor How to Boost the Value of Your Vacation Rental Tens of thousands of dollars — that’s how much you could be making by renting your property out to vacationers if you do it right. Boosting the overall level of comfort and aesthetic appeal could turn a modest dwelling into a cash cow. Potential guests are willing to shell out for the extras, […]

About Kari Haas Experienced Real Estate Broker Gives Strategies for Success in Today’s Market In November I was invited to appear on The Money Hour hosted by Tina Mitchell on 1150 AM KKNW. The guest panel included: Randy Bannecker – President of Bannecker Public Affairs and founding partner of ClearPath Partners Kari Haas – Managing Real Estate Broker of Kari Haas Real Estate Team, associated with Windermere Real Estate […]

Investing Moving to Tacoma Tacoma sits on the banks of beautiful Puget Sound with views of majestic Mt. Rainier. It is a scrappy port city filled with proud locals and a hotbed of unprecedented growth for creative newcomers seeking entrepreneurship and arts communities. From the vibrant nightlife on Sixth Avenue, to the posh museum district, to the great outdoors, […]