Author: George Anderson

Does Washington's Capital Gains Tax Apply to Your Home Sale

Does Washington’s Capital Gains Tax Apply to Your Home Sale

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A seller in Spokane called me last spring convinced she owed the state seven percent of her profit. I hear that worry a lot. Confusion around the capital gains tax in Washington has cost people real money in delayed decisions. Does Washington’s Capital Gains Tax Apply When You Sell Your House? The real property exemption … Continued
How to Sell a Fire Damaged House Fast in Spokane for Cash

How to Sell a Fire Damaged House Fast in Spokane for Cash

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Smoke doesn’t leave when the trucks do. It settles into the subfloor, the drapes, and the back of the kitchen cabinets. Three weeks later the house still smells like the worst night of somebody’s life. Maybe you’re looking at a property with fire damage somewhere in Spokane and wondering if anyone will ever want it. … Continued
Single-story Everett home with tidy yard and a “For Sale” sign, representing a retirement downsizing sale

Downsizing in Everett? We Make Retirement Transitions Easy.

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Moving after retirement is a big decision. Whether you’re going from a house to a condo, assisted living, or relocating out of state — one thing’s for sure: you don’t want to spend months fixing up the house. That’s where REI Branded Home Buyer comes in. We buy homes from Everett seniors looking to downsize … Continued
Selling an Inherited House in Washington

Selling a House You Inherited With Siblings in Washington

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Inheriting a house with your siblings can feel like a blessing… or a burden. Sometimes it’s both. If you’ve found yourself co-owning a home after the death of a parent or loved one, you’re not alone. This is a common situation in Washington, and figuring out how to sell the house (when not everyone agrees) … Continued