Spring Market Talk With Theresa Ahdieh

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View this email in your browser Happy Easter Weekend!  Enjoy your family, friends and the wonderful sunshine this weekend.  I send all of my love, laughter, & guilty pleasures your way! Real Estate - Real Estate has been in the news plenty these past few weeks regarding the NAR Lawsuit & now Settlement.  NAR - National Association of Realtors.  I have included in this weeks newsletter the statement put out by Windermere on the issues of the settlement. What I want to comment on is what I have control of, and how the changes that are affecting the nation I have had in place since I started my real estate career 5 1/2 years ago.  I have been utilizing a Buyers Agency Agreement with my buyers since my beginning. This agreement looks different today than when I started - everything evolves. What a Buyers Agency Agreement does for my and my clients is opens up conversation, trust, and a road map for finding that home they are looking for. The agreement also covered how I got paid, and what my clients could expect from me in being their advocate in finding their home.   With the NAR Settlement, new laws are coming into play.  The Buyers Agency Agreement is for transparancy, and to show who is paying for my services.  One caveat in this "new transparency" is that the seller can not advertise/promote/disclose on the MLS (Multiple Listing Services) the amount the seller has agreed to pay the Buyers Agent.  The Seller could opt out of offering any compensation to the Buyers Agent and we will not see it  (as we can see it now on the MLS) and decide if we want to visit that home.    So, back to my world and how I will continue my business:  As a Sellers Broker (Listing Broker) I will still use my same Commissions Worksheet model which will include a 3% commission for Buyers Brokers included in my Commissions.  As a Seller, we work extremely hard to provide a solid, good looking, no hidden problems product - We want to have a Buyers Agent that can bring the right client, that has the right financing/cash for the product we are listing, bring a client that is ready and willing to make it to the closing table with as few hiccups as possible.  Its important to pay for quality to get quality.  I go over this concept with each of my clients to help explain, educate, and provide guidance on how to get the most out of the process. This NAR Settlement has a lot of rough spots that need clarification and ironing out, but for me it will be transparency all the way.  It will mean more in-depth conversations with you, clients, friends, family, & curious people.   Gone are the days of "Lets go out and look at home for the joy of it" - now - we will chat discuss & sign an agreement before we can go "look at homes".  All in the name of quality business & transparency for all parties involved.  I am, not worried, I believe offering the best service, being transparent for everything that I do for my clients and business is my way of life.  I have provide the following information on my website.  You can see them HERE: Windermere Statement (sample) Buyer Agency Agreement  My Commission Worksheet  If you have any questions, thoughts or just want to chat - reach out - I would love to hear your thoughts & opinions.  I value each and everyone of you. With Love & Gratitude Theresa    "Where is the Pink Umbrella?" is: Cherry Blossom Festival Post a picture or pictures of you and .... amongst the blossoms, festivities, or in any spring Cherry Blossoms you may be near.   Take a group photo, selfie, or whatever inspiration.   Hashtag for Instagram: #Whereisthepinkumbrella #_underthepinkumbrella_ #buildingcommunity #uwcherryblossoms #cherryblossoms2024 I am excited to see all of you participating! Mariners Opening Weekend It is opening series!  Are you ready for baseball season!?! Seattle Restaurant Week For two weeks, Seattle Restaurant Week invites diners to explore our diverse and innovative local food scene through curated menus. Tulip Festival While the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival itself is ticket-free, there are four different tulip gardens that offer distinctive experiences and ticket prices. NAR Settlement Statement from Windermere CEO and Co-Presidents Recent developments in the real estate industry concerning the settlement of a class action lawsuit by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has raised a number of questions, especially as it pertains to agent compensation. Is It Easier to Find a Home to Buy Now? One of the biggest hurdles buyers have faced over the past few years has been a lack of homes available for sale. But that’s starting to change. Every 2024 Color of the Year We Know So Far Soothing earth tones, deep moody hues, and various shades of blue are among the most popular colors this year. 9 Ways to Refresh Your Home's Curb Appeal, Just in Time for Spring While spring cleaning often focuses on an indoor refresh, now is also the perfect time to upgrade your home’s curb appeal. 43 Spring Dinner Ideas That Will Bring You Back to Life Revitalize your taste buds with spicy radishes, earthy mushrooms, and all the rhubarb you can eat.   Thursdays at  Interbay Golf Center!  I got a "new to me" Hot Pink Driver for Christmas!  Thanks to Shannon Malloch!  Let's Hit Some Balls! Starting up in April Spark Golf is a network of social golf leagues organized to be casual and fun. We make it easy for co-ed players of all skill levels to play golf. In 2022 more than 1,000 courses will host Spark Golf across North America. Find a league and play Spark Golf at a course near you! www.sparkgolf.com COME & JOIN SWEATING IS AMAZING (said Theresa never before) MONDAY - WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM SUNDAY for Mobility Class 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM We are an inclusive community of athletes who find strength, confidence, and connection by pursuing lifelong health and fitness together. We believe coming to the gym can help you learn the skills, build the strength, and develop the flexibility you need to live the rest of your life to the fullest. www.greenlakestrength.com Contact Theresa  underthepinkumbrella.net Did you miss a past edition of The Umbrella? 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