Main Content

Home » Blog

Blog

Real estate appraisal: What is it and why is it important?

Whether you are buying or selling real estate, getting your home appraised by a licensed professional is an absolute must. A residential appraisal report not only establishes the market value of a property. It also contains other important ...

Keep your boat at Anchor Cove Marina across the street

1619 6th St Anacortes WA Prime Old Town location! Meticulously maintained ONE level view home w/constant boat parade of yachts, freighters, fishing boats & Guemes Ferry. Keep your boat at Anchor Cove Marina across the street; restaurants...

Expansive & magnificent views of the San Juans, The Olympics, & Skagit Valley

18083 Peregrine Ln Mount Vernon, WA Complete privacy, expansive views, a tranquil setting, easy access to I-5, and a beautiful 5000± sf ONE level architectural home.…this exquisite property in Mount Vernon WA has everything on your dream ...

The floor to ceiling wall of windows was a new concept when this home was home was built, proving that excellent architecture is timeless.

One of The Most Iconic Mid-Century Homes on Fidalgo Island.

719 W Ave Anacortes, WA Reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright, this custom Mid-Century Modern is in the historic Cap Sante just a few blocks from the waterfront, downtown restaurants & shopping providing the quintessential Anacortes Lifestyl...

Why You Might Want To Sell Now – Winter 2020

Smart Questions to Ask a Real Estate Consultant

The help and expertise of a real estate agent can be indispensable whether you are buying or selling a home. The challenge lies in finding the right person to aid you in your real estate transaction. As you interview candidates, here are se...

Real Estate Market Snapshot – October 2020

In this edition of our newsletter, find out the latest insights on the current local real estate market. It is still a market that favors sellers. Read more>>>

Your Guide to Parenting in the Time of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing restrictions it brings to daily life can be a lot to handle, especially for children. They might have a harder time understanding why they cannot go out and play with their friends, as well as do other ...

Home Projects You Can Do While Sheltering in Place

One of the beautiful things about home improvement is that you can always do something to elevate your property without stepping outside to buy new items and tools. Here are a couple of do-it-yourself projects you can take on to improve you...

What You Need to Know About Mortgage Closings

In the home buying experience, the last step is often the closing. Part of this final stage is securing your mortgage loan. Should you fail to get your application approved, your home purchase might not be able to push through. For this rea...

Virtual real estate services you can expect from your agent

The COVID-19 pandemic might have fast-tracked the transition of real estate transactions to virtual online means. But it can also be argued that online is the direction they were heading anyway. With the ubiquity and accessibility of the in...

How to keep both productivity and mental health up while working at home

Working from home has been increasingly commonplace since COVID-19 lockdowns were put into effect earlier this year. As individuals and companies became more familiar with the nuances of remote work, the new challenge for everyone is to ree...

How to improve your virtual home tour

With the right tools—a smartphone and a fast internet connection—practically anyone can host an online home tour at any given time. But for home sellers who want their property to attract the best possible offers, a virtual house tour s...

10 tips on buying a house online

As real estate transactions find their way onto digital platforms, it’s increasingly important for homebuyers to understand how to engage in these deals with confidence. Here are 10 tips to keep in mind if you are shopping for your nex...

Virtual Home Staging: The Next Frontier

Anyone trying to sell their home during the COVID-19 crisis knows that staging their home can be challenging. At a time when many companies are closed, it’s hard to find someone to help make your house picture- and video-ready. But a n...

Three persons looking on laptop for homeschooling

The Fundamentals of Homeschooling in Washington

Homeschooling is gaining momentum in the country. In Washington state alone, over one million kids homeschool. And with schools closed due to the pandemic, you’ve probably wondered if home-based education is right for your family. If s...

Top Tips for Selling a House Online

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way real estate transactions are done—and this includes home sales. In times like these, the saying “necessity is the mother of invention” certainly holds true. Sellers and their agents are tod...

Tips for Successful Online House Hunting

Homebuyers find themselves in a rough spot these days. Before the pandemic hit, it was all systems go for anyone looking to purchase some real estate. Then along came COVID-19, and potential homebuyers were thrown for a loop. Today, many a...

New listing – 2105 Creekside Lane Anacortes, WA

We invite you to see the 360 tour of this new listing in Anacortes, WA. This lovely home in Creekside Village has been tastefully updated so you don't have to. From the elegant flooring to the neutral but classy color on the walls, this home...

Why Staging Is Important when Selling Your Home

Home staging is one of the most effective ways to sell a home quickly and for the best price. Get the most out of the home sale by seeking out home staging services. For those who are still on the fence, read on to learn all about why home ...

« Previous 1 2 3 Next »

Find Your Dream Home

Our LatestBlog

08 Aug

Buyer Fatigue Is Real

You might have heard of buyer fatigue, and it is real. Many home buyers have submitted offer after offer on homes only to be outbid by another buyer or trumped by a cash offer. Some homebuyers feel manipulated by sellers and are opting out if there is already an offer submitted on a property -

29 Jul

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

If you are trying to decide if you should sell your home in Anacortes or Skagit County this year or wait, here are some things you should consider. Should I Stay or Should I Go? Low interest rates Low interest rates have been a major contributing factor towards

14 Jul

Is it time to downsize?

People nowadays crave a simpler life. As Baby Boomers enter retirement they have disposable income and time, two things they have not experienced simultaneously before. They want to travel, spend time on hobbies, visit their grandkids, and work on their bucket list. The things they spent working hard to obtain now encumber them, the biggest

08 Jul

2021: Buying A House Is Like Playing Musical Chairs

Due to increasing demand for homes for sale, record low inventory levels, and rapidly increasing prices, real estate has been in the headlines almost daily. We receive a lot of questions from our clients, and I thought this would be a good venue to answer the three most common questions about the real estate market

03 Jun

Real Estate Market Shift?

When Covid hit, the business buzzword was "pivot." Life as we knew it came to a sudden halt, and consumer buying behavior changed instantly. By summer 2020, consumers were buying homes with the same frenzy they purchased toilet paper 3 months before. Homes in rural locations were being snatched up like people’s lives depended on

03 May

THE GROESBECK GROUP Takes Another Step Toward Becoming Carbon Neutral

THE GROESBECK GROUP is proud to announce that we have joined Carbonfund.org. The program's objective is to provide a way for individuals or companies to help neutralize the carbon footprint of doing business. We Are Local Most of us grew up in the NW, so we committed to minimizing our impact on the environment. We

20 Apr

Sunshine & tranquility on this Skyline Home

Just listed in Anacortes, WA - 6153 Parkside Dr This ONE LEVEL home is perfectly located on a quiet culdesac corner. The multiple windows throughout allow natural light to illuminate this well-maintained home in the highly sought-after Skyline Neighborhood in the west end of Anacortes on Fidalgo Island. This home features a HUGE HEATED SHOP

02 Apr

A Rare Waterfront Gem

A rare gem is now available in Anacortes 14869 Gibralter Rd, Anacortes WA: One of the last remaining low-bank waterfront acreage pieces available on Fidalgo Island! Approx. 200’ of easy access waterfront with 2.3 +/acres on the uplands + shy acre of tidelands in one of the best crabbing bays in the Island. Dig clams,

18 Mar

6 Qualities to look for in a listing agent

Gone are the times when you would depend on cycles in the real estate market to ensure that you get the most profitable returns when selling a property. With the current threat of COVID-19 becoming a major factor in overall market activity, there’s no better time than now to put your home-selling plans into action.

12 Mar

Why It Matters To Work With a Professional in Selling Your Home

Selling a home can be an overwhelming experience if done on your own. Apart from going through the entire process of home-selling and risking committing costly mistakes, there’s also the iffy circumstance of dealing with total strangers during negotiations who may put a strain on your mental and emotional faculties – among many other things.