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Neighborhood Spotlight: Trossachs in Sammamish – Schools Report

What are the ratings and reputations of the local schools in Trossachs Public schools serving the Trossachs neighborhood are among the highest-rated and most prestigious in Washington State. The community sits within the award-winning Issaquah School District, which is a major driver of regional pro

Sammamish Housing Market Overview

1-Year Market Forecast: 4-6% decrease in sales price. Percent of Sales Under List Price: 53.2%(March 31, 2026) Precent of Homes with at Least One Price Drop Before Sale: 78.9% Precent of Homes with Multiple Price Drops Before Sale: 53.7% For Sale Inventory: 192(April 30, 2026) New Listings: 106(Apri

• Why Record High Inventory is the "Great Reset" Buyers Have Been Waiting For

For the last few years, the real estate "boogeyman" was FOMO—the fear of missing out. You had to move fast, waive inspections, and offer your firstborn just to get a set of keys. But the wind has shifted. Today, a new, much louder fear has taken its place: The Fear of Overpaying. With interest rates

You’re Over-Paying for Real Estate Brokerage Services

You've got choices..... In this market every dollar counts. Since 2006, The Cascade Team has put homeowners first by delivering full-service real estate at a fraction of the traditional cost. You don't have to choose between a premium experience and smart savings. Expert marketing and smart savings