It Pick: September 2019

Sought after one-level living in the heart of Broadmoor! Sited on a flat Southwest facing double-lot, this easy-living home has a room for everything and everyone. View Property >             Sited on a quiet street in the coveted Fauntleroy neighborhood, this understated 1950's home has a big “wow” factor the minute you walk in. View Property >             Executives of Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty (RSIR) announced that Robyn Kimura Hsu and Rachel Schindler, a top-producing broker team, has aligned with the fast-growing real estate firm. Hsu also accepted a leadership position as Executive Director of Business Development to support the RSIR’s plans for growth within both existing and new branch offices. The duo will join a collective of other Founding Members who will play an integral role in establishing the firm’s forthcoming branch office in Bellevue, Washington. View the Press Release >             Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to present the Pulse, a collection of arts, events, and inspiration both locally and globally. Explore the Pulse >             This fancy, vivid purplish pink, internally flawless diamond is one of three exceptional jewels that will be auctioned off in Hong Kong next month. Learn More >             Open the pages of Eleanor Oliphant and prepare to be lost in a wonderful tale of an unconventional heroine whose charm and wit brings her on a remarkable journey to the universal realization that in order to survive, we must open our hearts—a true page turner! Where to Get the Book >

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It Pick: Summer 2019

The charm of the original 1904 home combines with killer 180-degree sweeping lake, city and mountain views to create this stunning estate with lock-and-leave luxury. View Property >             This handsome contemporary townhome offers beautifully appointed interiors and finishes throughout an open-concept floor plan. Enjoy vibrant living with nearby shopping and dining. View Property >             This stunning home serves as a tribute to good taste and classical design that never goes out of style! The flawlessly executed interior is a marriage of exquisite form and function. View Property >             Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to present the Puget Sound Area's greatest events for a month of family fun and activities for every taste.  Explore the Events >             Executives of Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty (RSIR) have appointed Tadashi Shiga as Executive Director to establish a new land division for the fast-growing real estate brokerage to cultivate new, for-sale developments by identifying land and list-back opportunities for a bounty of new and existing developer clients. Read the Blog >             Engagement and wedding rings often tell enchanting stories from the past. Whether they're family heirlooms or new contemporary gems, these celebrity rings truly shine. Learn More >             Frenchy's Day Spa has been a Madison Park staple for over 20 years. New owners Angela Rosen, Jennifer Hyde and Annie Gleason, who also own Penelope and the Beauty Bar, completed a full redesign making the boutique better than ever! City dwellers and Eastsiders alike continue to flock to what is arguably the best nail salon the city has to offer. Learn More >             Sotheby's Wine offers a look at Pappy Van Winkle—one ot the most coveted bourbons available today. Travelling business man Julian "Pappy" Van Winkle debuted his whiskey business in 1893 and the family has long since been dedicated to making fine spirits. Learn More >             I'm thrilled to share some of the first new offerings in Tumble Creek in over a decade! This boutique community is nestled in beloved Suncadia, offering the best amenities available at the resort within a gated neighborhood. Join me on August 15th at the Park House from 2PM to 6PM for an afternoon of nibbles and bubbles with the onsite sales team. A formal invitation is forthcoming!  Learn More >     Luxury is an experience, not a price point.   Visit LauraHalliday.com

It Pick: June 2019

Starting January 1st, 2020, Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) will replace the current 1.28 percent sales tax applied to all WA transactions with a variable rate based on a property's value. In response, Realogics Sotheby's International Realty (RSIR) has launched WashingtonREET.com, a calculator to help home sellers navigate this new tax structure by displaying estimations of 2019 and 2020 taxes. For anyone considering selling their home, I am happy to talk with you about how REET will affect the process.    Learn More >                     Prominently sited on sought-after Capitol Hill, with a walkscore of 98, this historical treasure combines a pedigreed history and classical details with a home that exudes comfort.   View Property >                     The timeless, easy-living floorplan of this classic Roland Terry designed home will never go out of style. Enjoy one-level living complemented by thoughtfully appointed spaces. View Property >                     This dramatic waterfront home combines a modern aesthetic with a thoughtful use of materials and design including steel beams, reclaimed barn-wood, artistic light features and 10 foot ceilings. View Property >                     Contemporary living in West Seattle comes to life in this beautifully appointed townhome. Enjoy an open-concept floorplan, two decks, a large master suite and plenty of storage. View Property >                     A second consecutive monthly unadjusted increase for residential home prices was not enough to reverse the recent steady decline in year-over-year growth for Seattle residential home selling prices. Meanwhile, price gains are slowing throughout the rest of the country. Learn More >                     James Bond's only wedding ring sold for £52,500 in the Fine Jewels sale in London on June 5th. This distinctive item was created for the film's wedding scene and marked the only time 007 walked down the aisle. Learn More >                     Enjoy a cocktail party unlike any other! This year SAM's Party in the Park is a joy ride around the Olympic Sculpture Park with 18 incredibly rare and internationally renowned automobiles from private collections. Rally for SAM with art, music, food and drinks. Learn More >                     Just 80 miles from Seattle you can enjoy a culturally rich lifestyle with diverse offerings and amenities surrounded by classic PNW plantings. Tumble Creek at Suncadia is currently accepting prioirty reservations at $2,500 that allow you to select your dream homesite.   Learn More >                     "Laura's reputation as a top agent is well-deserved! She is just the best! She talked us through every step of selling our house. We were so impressed with her professionalism and up-to-the-minute market analysis. She is warm, open and honest and has our utmost respect and admiration. She was always available for our questions and was always on time for every appointment. Her team of re-stylers, photographers and her brochures were all A+++. We would recommend her without reservation!" — Jackie Mansfield   Learn More >

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It Pick: May 2019

I cannot wait for this year's Home and Garden Tour in Madison Park! Pictured above are my clients Carlo and Lalie Scandiuzzi from last year's tour. Their home was truly swoonworthy! Join us on June 9th for more beautiful homes and gardens!         Shore Avenue...that coveted street on Useless Bay! Charming shingled traditional combines with an over-the-top garden to deliver killer curb appeal. | OPEN HOUSE | Saturday, May 25th & Sunday, May 26th from 1-4pm View Property >         The timeless, easy living floor plan of this classic Roland Terry designed home will never go out of style. View Property >         What an amazing experience to join my Sotheby’s colleagues from around the world at our Global Networking Event in Vancouver BC. Loved making incredible connections and new friends. One of the highlights was our guest speaker on the 2nd day of the event…Gwyneth Paltrow. She was fascinating, charming and inspirational! #luckyme! Learn More >         Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty presents a look at the housing market trends for the first quarter of 2019, from the shores of Bainbridge Island’s waterfront homes and in-city living opportunities to the Eastside’s most distinguished residences. Read the Report >         This handsome contemporary styled townhome offers beautifully appointed interiors, finishes and a 10 minute commute to downtown Seattle! View Property >         Panoramic western views...seaplanes, fireworks, twinkling city lights and tangerine sunsets!  View Property >         The Met Gala always features the most stunning pieces of fashion and jewelry. Click below for a great recap of this iconic event. Check It Out >         While competition still remains high, buyers are feeling some relief with cooling prices and more inventory to choose from. Read More >         My IT Pick for May is the new bookstore in Madison Park, Madison BKS! I am thrilled that we finally have this in our community again. My mother was the owner of Madison Park Books, which closed in 2005 (for those of you that did not live here then, it occupied the space where Key Bank is now). Not a day goes by that my mom does not think about her store…  On Mother’s Day this year, after breakfast at Bings, we walked over to check out the new bookstore and had a lovely conversation and tour with the manager. Let’s all support our local store so that it continues to serve our community! View Their Website >     Luxury is an experience, not a price point.   Visit LauraHalliday.com