Jessica Side

Trader Joe’s Is Coming to Spokane Valley—Here’s Why That Matters for the Local Market Big news for Spokane Valley: Trader Joe’s is officially on the way, and the excitement is justified. A new TJ’s...

For millions of homeowners, checking their Zillow Zestimate has become as routine as checking a stock portfolio—a quick hit of seeing your home’s estimated value, right at your fingertips. With 178 million monthly users...

Hi friends, My four-year-old niece Quinn, a curly-haired, bright-eyed sweetheart, knelt on her chair and bent over the table intent on brushing each and every leftover crumb from her saltine crackers into a little...

Real estate scams are targeting more victims than ever before, and they’re becoming increasingly sophisticated. Nearly 10,000 Americans fell victim to real estate fraud in 2024, losing over $173 million according to FBI reports.1...

Real estate continues to dominate as America’s favorite long-term investment strategy. For the 12th consecutive year, 37% of Americans consider real estate the top investment choice—nearly doubling stocks at just 16%.1 This isn’t just...

Savvy Spokane buyers are rewriting the rules of homeownership—and it’s paying off. House hacking, the strategy of using part of your property to generate rental income, is giving first-time buyers and seasoned investors alike...

As a homeowner, you’re likely diligent about the basics—mowing the lawn, touching up paint, and cleaning regularly. But what about the critical home maintenance tasks you don’t see every day? Research shows that home...

When I was a kid, our bathtub overflowed, badly damaging the flooring. My grandfather helped install a new subfloor and new vinyl flooring. All was well again, and on the ceiling of the laundry...

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, the U.S. housing market stands at a critical juncture. The frenzy of the pandemic-era real estate boom has long since cooled, but in its place we’re seeing...

Navigating the real estate market without guidance is like starting an expedition without a map. Whether you’re selling your cherished family home or searching for your dream property, having the right real estate agent...