Chris R Austin - Real Estate

09/04/2026

13 back-to-school home ideas from HGTV Magazine

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09/03/2026

“Sometimes we're tested not to show our weaknesses, but to discover our strengths.” - Anonymous

09/02/2026

What happens during the final walkthrough when buying your first house?

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The days leading up to closing can be exciting, but there’s one more important step before you receive the keys. If you’re buying your first house, you’ll usually have a final walkthrough to make sure everything is as expected before the sale is completed.

09/01/2026

September Monthly Home Maintenance

◾ Flush water heater
◾ Clean ceiling fans
◾ Clean and repair leaky faucets
◾ Repair siding
◾ Service yard equipment

08/31/2026

How to decorate the wall behind the couch

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Need behind sofa decor ideas? Read how to decorate the wall behind the couch with gallery walls, shelving, and more wall decor ideas here.

08/28/2026

How to determine if a rental property will make money

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08/27/2026

Seller Tip - August

A buyer wants to walk into a bright and airy space. If it's dark and filled with blackout curtains, you aren't showing a very appealing home to a potential buyer. Take down any drapes, clean the windows, install fresh light bulbs in each fixture, and show off the brightness potential.

08/26/2026

10 ideas to make every day at home a little better

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Consider some simple changes and fun tips for brightening your world

08/26/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING in Ballard

📍 1414 NW 60th St Unit A, Seattle
💰 $788,000
🛏️ 3 bedrooms | 🛁 3 bathrooms | 🚗 Heated garage

Live, grow, or invest in this well-maintained end-unit townhome in the heart of Ballard! This 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers 1,460 sq ft, two ensuite bedrooms, two decks, a heated garage, and a fully fenced backyard with a stone patio and raised garden bed.

With no condo dues and no HOA restrictions, this charming 8-unit Craftsman community offers flexibility for first-time buyers, housemates, growing households, or investors. Freshly updated with new carpet, paint, and lighting, it's move-in ready with all appliances included.

Enjoy easy access to downtown, the D-Line, bike routes, 15th Ave NW, Old Ballard, the Brewery District, Sunday Farmers Market, parks, and neighborhood favorites—all just minutes away.

Plus, Seattle Wholesale Mortgage is offering a 1% rate subsidy for the first year if the loan is locked by 8/31!

Co-listed with Margo Snow | Windermere Midtown

08/25/2026

Real Estate Terms

DISCOUNT POINT
A fee paid by the borrower at closing to reduce the interest rate. A point equals one percent of the loan amount.