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The real state of real estate in Puyallup and Washington. No fluff, just the facts and hard-won experience.

Modern home exterior with sold sign in Pierce County Washington
Market Update
Feb 18, 2026Phil 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, 2026Phil 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, 2026Phil 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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Aerial view of a residential neighborhood in Puyallup, Washington
Market Update
Dec 21, 2025Phil 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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Couple signing home purchase documents at closing table
Buying Tips
Dec 10, 2025Phil 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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Young couple receiving keys to their first home
Buying Tips
Jan 15, 2025Phil 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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Mount Rainier view from Puyallup Washington on a clear day
Phil's Take
Jan 8, 2025Phil 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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Home inspector examining roof and exterior of house
Buying Tips
Dec 28, 2024Phil 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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Well-maintained modern home exterior with high curb appeal
Selling Tips
Dec 15, 2024Phil 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 Walsh giving honest real estate advice to a client
Phil's Take
Dec 8, 2024Phil 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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For sale sign in front of house that has been on market
Selling Tips
Dec 1, 2024Phil 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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