Don't think that everything you hear on the national news about the housing market applies to your particular area. True some areas in the US are definitely a buyer's market (like Florida), however, here in the Pacific Northwest the market is pretty well balanced at this time and not particularly favoring anyone, buyers or sellers. So what it really comes down to is having a skilled, knowledgeable, professional real estate agent to represent you in the transaction, especially when it comes to negotiating the sale or purchase of a home. When you're the buyer, having an agent that listens to you and knows the market, to find the home that best suits your needs and desires, is in your best interest . When you're the seller, having the right agent who knows how to market your home can make all the difference to selling your home quickly and getting the best price. Let's talk about it, I'm not trying to sell you something I provide a service, my job is to assist you in finding or selling your home, in making the right decisions and being informed about this important financial decision.