Phil's Take
May 1, 2026•Phil Walsh
Should You Build an ADU on Your Pierce County Property?
ADUs are getting a lot of hype in Washington right now. Here is the honest breakdown of when they pay off and when they do not.
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The real state of real estate in Puyallup and Washington. No fluff, just the facts and hard-won experience.
Buying Tips
Apr 22, 2026•Phil Walsh
New Construction or Resale in Pierce County? Here's How to Decide.
Both have their place. But the wrong choice can cost you tens of thousands. Here is how I help clients decide.
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Selling Tips
Apr 15, 2026•Phil Walsh
Selling This Spring? The 30-Day Pre-Listing Plan That Actually Works
Most sellers list their home before it is actually ready. Here is the 30-day plan I walk every client through before we go live.
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Market Update
Apr 8, 2026•Phil Walsh
Pierce County April 2026 Update: Buyer Demand Is Outpacing Supply
April brought exactly what I expected. Buyers are out, inventory is tight, and the strongest listings are moving fast. Here is the read.
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Market Update
Feb 18, 2026•Phil Walsh
Is 2026 a Good Time to Sell in Pierce County?
Everyone wants to time the market perfectly. Here is an honest answer to the question I keep getting asked heading into 2026.
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Buying Tips
Jan 22, 2026•Phil Walsh
How to Win a Bidding War Without Overpaying
Winning in a competitive market is not about throwing the most money at a house. It is about being the most prepared buyer at the table.
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Phil's Take
Jan 10, 2026•Phil Walsh
Tacoma vs. Puyallup: Where Should You Actually Buy?
Two very different cities. Two very different lifestyles. Here is how I break it down for clients who cannot decide between them.
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Market Update
Dec 21, 2025•Phil Walsh
Puyallup Market Update: What's Really Happening?
Forget what the national headlines are telling you. Here is the boots-on-the-ground reality of the Pierce County housing market this month.
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Buying Tips
Dec 10, 2025•Phil Walsh
Offer Accepted. Now What? The 30 Days Nobody Explains.
Your offer got accepted. Congratulations. Now the real work begins. Here is what the next 30 days actually look like.
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Buying Tips
Jan 15, 2025•Phil Walsh
First-Time Homebuyer? Here's What Nobody Tells You
The advice I wish someone had given me. No sugarcoating, just the truth about buying your first home in Washington.
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Phil's Take
Jan 8, 2025•Phil Walsh
Moving to Puyallup? What I Wish Someone Told Me
After 10 years living here, this is what I tell people who are thinking about making the move to Puyallup and Pierce County.
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Buying Tips
Dec 28, 2024•Phil Walsh
5 Home Inspection Red Flags That Should Scare You
Not every inspection issue is a dealbreaker. But these five should make you think twice before moving forward.
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Selling Tips
Dec 15, 2024•Phil Walsh
Top 3 Mistakes I See Sellers Making in Washington
Overpricing is just the tip of the iceberg. Avoid these common pitfalls to ensure you don't leave money on the table.
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Phil's Take
Dec 8, 2024•Phil Walsh
Why Integrity is Missing in Real Estate
A candid look at why I chose 'Accountability' as my brand's cornerstone and why it matters for your next move.
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Selling Tips
Dec 1, 2024•Phil Walsh
Your Home Isn't Selling. Here's the Real Reason Why.
It's not the market. It's not bad luck. If your home is sitting, there's a reason - and it's probably fixable.
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