The Kitchen Table

Good questions deserve a place at the table.

Pull up a chair for straightforward homebuyer education, useful checklists, and real conversations about the homebuying process.

First Homes

Before you start touring

Talk with a lender about your budget, monthly payment, and cash needed to close. Think about location, commute, property type, and what you want daily life to feel like.

When you find a home

Understand your offer terms, financing and inspection contingencies, title review, insurance, and closing timeline. Washington buyer representation agreements should be discussed before touring homes with your broker.

After the keys

Keep your closing documents, learn how your home systems work, and make a list of the practical details that make settling in easier.

Questions buyers wish they had asked

Where is the mailbox, and does it need a key? When is garbage pickup? Which utilities serve the property? How do you operate the heating system? Where are the shutoffs? Who handles shared roads or community amenities?

Not every question has a simple answer, but knowing what to ask helps you investigate before closing.