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W Report – November 2021

W Report by Windermere
W Report October 2021

[THE STATE OF] REAL ESTATE

Regional Housing Market News
As we come to the end of the year, the housing market has slowed a bit in the traditional winter slump. However, for sellers wanting to list ahead of the holidays, low inventory still gives them the advantage.
2022 Housing Market Forecast
Windermere’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner applies his insight to the state of the economy and housing market to forecast trends and conditions for the year ahead.
Windermere Partners with HomeSight for New Down Payment Assistance Fund
Windermere is working to address housing inequities with a new down payment assistance fund for underserved Black homebuyers.

LOCAL ECONOMY

2022 Economic Forecast
Windermere’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner uses current data to forecast national trends in economic activity, including job recovery and inflation, for the year to come.

Washington State Leads the Nation in Wage Growth 

It pays to live in the Evergreen State. The average salary here increased by the highest percentage in the country since 2010.

PIN [SPIRATION]

A large kitchen decorated for the holidays Pumpkins in a tablescape
Close up candles on a table Tall candles on a table
With the holiday season upon us, it’s time to get ready to host friends and family for a variety of celebrations. We’ve created this Pinterest board featuring Homes for Hosting to inspire you to get in the mood for entertaining, despite the cleanup afterwards.

ARCHI [TECH]

A 747 will park inside a new high-rise in Seattle
A Decommissioned 747 Will Feature in a New High Rise Development
A new mixed-use development in Seattle will include an eye-catching 747 in its design. The decommissioned plane will eventually be home to office space and occasional public exhibits, while providing a new landmark in the city.

LOCAL HAPPENINGS

Creative Ways to Enjoy the Season
Creative Ways to Enjoy the Season
Shorter days don’t have to keep you cooped up at home. We’ve rounded up three creative events to engage your artistic side while you spend time with loved ones this season.