I promise specialized, knowledgeable, trusted and caring service to you!

Bob Richards
Broker, ABR, CRS
Windermere Real Estate
1810 15th Pl NW, Issaquah 98027

I am proud to have 150 Five Star Reviews on Zillow:

 

As a professional realtor selling real estate in the Eastside communities of Klahanie, Issaquah, Sammamish, Bellevue, Redmond and Kirkland, my goal is to give the highest level of care and help to every one of my clients throughout the entire transaction. Explaining every detail and communicating all information so my buyers and sellers always know what is taking place with their home sale.
As a longtime Eastside resident, I am passionate about selling real estate and continue to implement new technologies to ensure my clients the very best chance of obtaining their goals as they buy and sell.
I will do everything in my power to make sure that at the end of our transaction you feel happy to refer me to your friends and family.
Please call or email with any questions you may have.

LOCAL MARKET UPDATE – SEPTEMBER 2019

A decrease in inventory coupled with an increase in sales activity led to fewer options for home shoppers in August. There is some good news for would-be buyers as mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest level in three years. Demand remains high but there simply aren’t enough homes on the market. Brokers are hoping to see the traditional seasonal influx of new inventory as we move forward.

EASTSIDE

Sept 19 eastside stats

Read the full Local Market Update, including statistics for the Eastside,Seattle, King County and Snohomish County.

Sunny Hills - Sammamish

Bob guided us with knowledge and skill as we worked to restore our parents mid-century modern home. His feedback was invaluable and the staging and photos he provided found us the perfect buyer. This is the second family home we have sold through Bob Richards and we couldn't be happier with our  experience.

The Grette Family

Seller

This is the third time Bob has served us. He facilitated the purchase of our Sammamish home in 1994, sold our mother's home in North Bend in 2007, and now in 2019 has listed and sold that same Sammamish home where we have lived happily for 25 years. Bob's extensive experience in the market is  invaluable, his integrity is above reproach, and his willingness to go the extra mile in the interest of his client is worthy of applause. Our experience with Bob has always been about him serving our needs and interests first. We love Bob and you will too. We recommend him to any prospective buyer or seller without reservation.

The Riggs Family

Seller

 

The experience with Bob listing our home was the greatest. A year before we listed he met with us to give his expert advice on preparing our home for sale. We took his advice through the entire process. He is very knowledgeable, professional and kind. We highly recommend Bob and miss him now that  our home has sold.

The Israel Family

Seller

Talus -Issaquah

 

Bob is so awesome! He has bought and sold many properties for us over the years. He has been in the area all his life and is so knowledgeable about all areas on the Eastside and beyond. I would highly recommend him to anyone. You can't do better than Bob!

M. Garris

Seller

 

"I've worked with Bob twice and I was very pleased both times. Most recently, for the sale of my home in July. Judy created wonderful staging which showed-off the best features of my home. Her attention to detail was more than I could have hoped for. Bob was a life-saver to me at the last  minute, pitching in to help me in so many different and appreciated ways."

J. Wicks

Seller

"Bob was very active in helping us with our move out of state. He arranged the painter and the flooring since we had already moved. Bob was right in every aspect of pricing, staging, and making this a very pleasant expierence. We recommend any one looking to sell or buy a home to seek Bob’s  expertise and experience."

 

The Goodwins

Seller

"Bob is a true pro. He has represented us before and again he did not disappoint. He knows the market, is honest and does not create false hope. He not only helped us sell our house but also, through Windermere’s relocation services help us find a buyer’s broker in a different location. We highly  recommend Bob. "

 

The Whistons

Seller

"Before our initial conversation ended, Bob thanked us for calling him, we appreciated that polite touch. As Bob walked up to the house he took in many details and it was obvious he knew the neighborhood, the builder and the positive selling points. Bob answered calls and emails quickly and provided great advice when asked. He took time to explain legal details in a manner we understood. Our house sold as quickly as Bob promised and well over listing price. He is a total professional and we highly recommend him."

D. Seaman

Seller

 

"Before our initial conversation ended, Bob thanked us for calling him, we appreciated that polite touch. As Bob walked up to the house he took in many details and it was obvious he knew the neighborhood, the builder and the positive selling points. Bob answered calls and emails quickly and provided great advice when asked. He took time to explain legal details in a manner we understood. Our house sold as quickly as Bob promised and well over listing price. He is a total professional and we highly recommend him."

The Pena Family

Seller

"We appreciated working with Bob as our real estate agent. We were impressed by his knowledge and integrity in his field. Bob walked us through the process of selling our home and helped us to find our new home! The transaction went smoothly because of Bob's experience."

C. Lathrop

Seller

"Before our initial conversation ended, Bob thanked us for calling him, we appreciated that polite touch. As Bob walked up to the house he took in many details and it was obvious he knew the neighborhood, the builder and the positive selling points. Bob answered calls and emails quickly and provided great advice when asked. He took time to explain legal details in a manner we understood. Our house sold as quickly as Bob promised and well over listing price. He is a total professional and we highly recommend him."

The Davis Family

Seller

"Perhaps our experience was a little different from many home sales in that it was done long distance. As soon as we listed our home with Bob we moved to Northern Cal - so, our selling experience was done via text, electronic messaging, Authentisign, and many, many phone calls. Bob was absolutely excellent in insuring our complete understanding of "just where we were in the selling / closing process" through one of these electronic formats. Felt like we were next door. Bob also ensured that communication process through our escrow company, CW Title. Through his communication he made a potential crooked road straight & relatively easy to follow. Thank You !!!!!"

C. Scott

Seller

"Our entire selling process went very smoothly. We couldn't have asked for a better real estate professional than Bob.   We highly recommend Bob for any real estate need that you may have."  

M. Huang

Seller

"Very positive experience-! Bob is always willing to answer questions or get information requested, quick response if you text him or email him. He is honest and trustworthy."

L. Albaum

Seller

"We continue to be very satisfied with Bob's help with buying and selling homes. We just closed on the sale of a very unusual house which took some special attention to figure out the best approach for marketing. Bob's long experience and close attention to details really did pay off for us. We  were amazed at the tasteful way he staged the house without additional cost over his commission. This was the fourth time we have relied on his service, and it is unlikely to be the last."

T. Silverman

Seller

"Selling your house can be a bit of a scary thing. For those of that don't do this very often there are a lot of unknowns and uncertainties. I interviewed several agents and it was pretty obvious that Bob was head and shoulders above the others. Here are a few things that Bob nailed: - my home  was priced perfectly to maximize the sell price - it was immaculately staged - he masterfully negotiated the sell price and conditions of the sale - he was very responsive and proactive throughout the process including after the sale which is when you can expect service to drop off. I am really glad Bob represented me."

R. Leggett

Seller

The median price of a single-family home on the Eastside was $935,000 in August, unchanged from a year ago and up slightly from $925,000 in July. New commercial and residential construction projects are in the works. Strong demand for downtown condos has prompted plans for yet another high-rise tower to break ground next year.

Read the Full Report

The following analysis of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner. I hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

“Even as borrowing costs remain very competitive, it’s clear buyers are not necessarily jumping at any home that comes on the market. Although it’s still a sellers’ market, buyers have become increasingly price-conscious which is reflected in slowing home price growth,” states Matthew Gardner, Windermere Chief Economist, as the real estate market continues to benefit from low mortgage rates.

Homes Sold By Bob

"My ex-wife and I used Bob as our agent to sell our home after a divorce. Bob did an excellent job of communicating with both of us throughout the process. The home was sold as the market was still fairly hot but just beginning to show signs of slowing. Bob used his wife to do the staging; the place  looked great. This along with Bob's recommendations for initial asking price followed by a strategic adjustment allowed us to sell our home within two weeks at an excellent price while other homes in the neighborhood didn't fair as well. I then worked with Bob to purchase a townhouse and felt well represented throughout. Bob is easy going but experienced and knowledgeable. I highly recommend working with him whether you're selling or buying."

R. Seaman
Buyer & Seller

"I would highly recommend Bob Richards as your agent of choice to sell your house. Bottom line: Our house sold in 24 hours and above our asking price! A high-integrity person with deep experience, Bob helped us understand what to expect throughout the entire process and prepared us for all phases  of getting our house ready to sell, marketing to potential buyers, and negotiating and closing the deal. Highly knowledgeable about the Eastside, Bob understood the market dynamics of our area, could predict the type of buyers most interested in our house, and guided us in optimizing our home’s appeal and value. One bonus is that Bob and his delightful wife Judy did the staging for our house, saving us several thousand dollars. When decisions had to be made, Bob’s expertise and calm, steady guidance inspired our confidence and helped us make the right choices. He nimbly and methodically utilized both on-line and traditional resources to professionally market our house. Bob hit this out of the park!"

The Petee's
Seller

"The team of Bob and Judy Richards did a very good job selling our Mother's home. Bob is a veteran agent with a vast knowledge of the local market. We took his advice on what to do to prepare the home for sale, and Judy did a wonderful job staging the home with their large collection of furniture  and accessories, including wall art, lamps, and décor. We were well informed throughout the entire process and Bob knew exactly how the local market process best worked for us. In my opinion, we got top dollar based on current market conditions and the location/condition of the home."

The Adams Family
Seller

"We first encountered Bob in February 1986, and he has been our realtor ever since. There is NO one else to use. He is THE BEST!!! The real estate market has changed a great deal since 1986, but with every purchase and sale that Bob has brokered for us has been done with the utmost  professionalism. Bob knows how to maneuver the market whether you are selling or buying. Today's market requires a realtor to be creative in the listing and how to secure a solid buyer. If you are the buyer, Bob evaluates every aspect of the property, and he has a quick eye to determine if it is a good deal or not. He once told me "you can't buy this house because it is on the main road, but you can buy the house next door." Fortunately, we have listened to Bob's sound advice at every turn, and the real estate transactions have turned out to be perfect for our family and changing needs."

The Malcher Family
Seller

"Bob has now listed and sold two homes for me in the last 9 years. Bob recently sold my home in about 48 hours. He was very knowledgeable about the comparable market. I feel he helped me get the best price possible without having to wait. Seeing what other homes in my neighborhood have done since,it  is clear Bob knew exactly where to price my home. He kept me informed through the whole process! I would highly recommend him!"

A. Louser
Buyer & Seller
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