Seller Services
Transaction Timeline
01
Position
Evaluate comparable homes
Analyze market trends
Competitively price
Discuss closing costs
02
Prepare
Marketing strategy
Listing preparation
Inspections & surveys
Client questionaires
03
Launch
MLS and syndication
Networking
Signage
04
Market
Print and digital advertising
Print collateral
Targeted email and mailers
05
Show
Broker events
Open houses
Lead follow-up
Gather feedback
06
Update
Client progress reports
Listing statistics
Price assessment
07
Negotiate
Acceptance
Contingency removal
08
Escrow
Inspections
Title
Disclosures
09
Close
Sales report
10
Celebrate
You just sold a property!
Cutting Edge
Working with our in-house marketing and advertising agency, we will target the right audience across the most effective channels — all to elevate the style and story of your home.
Marketing Timeline
01
Staging
Appliance upgrades
Furnishings
Decorations
02
Imagery
Daytime photography
Twilight photography
Arial footage
Lifestyle video
03
Floor Plan
Traditional floor plan
Virtual walk through
04
Listing Launch
Windermere.com
NWMLS
Syndication
05
Signage
Listing signpost
Window decal
Directional arrows
Open house sign
06
Email Campaign
Property announcement
Open house invitations
Company email inclusions
07
Print Campaign
Postcards
Brochures
08
Digital Campaign
Social media promotion
Feature by Windermere
Advertising
09
Events
Brokers’ open house
Open house
Special events
Staging
When prospective buyers evaluate a home, they seek a space they can make their own. A few simple shifts can dramatically impact your listing’s perceived appeal.
Homes that are professionally staged…
3%
…sell for 3% more
30%
…sell 30% faster
Photography
Proponents of powerful imagery, we invest in visual editors, creative producers, and the industry’s most respected photographers to capture your home’s finest selling points.
Our photographers' work has appeared in such publications as:
Sourcing Your Buyer
The next owner of your home could be searching for properties anywhere. That’s why we pair predictive data with a multifaceted marketing plan — to ensure your listing is seen by each and every prospect.
Social Media
We all connect with our networks every day across many dynamic platforms. By creating meaningful and engaging content, I am able to capture potential clients and the broker community when highlighting a listing or neighborhood. The focus on your home encourages potential buyers to enjoy and inquire about the space in a relatable and shareable way.
Open Houses
There’s no better way for buyers to experience a home’s merits than in person. Our seamless, well-conceived open houses invite them to truly connect with the space.
45%
of buyers attend open houses over the course of their search process
Local Expert
Samantha was born and raised in Mukilteo, spent ten years living in Seattle and now resides in Kirkland, giving her an intimate knowledge of Western Washington’s diverse and highly competitive housing market. With over 8 years in real estate experience, Samantha lends her expertise to buyers and sellers all over the Pacific Northwest.
For 50 years, Windermere has put integrity and professionalism at the heart of our business. This, along with our commitment to building thriving communities, is what has helped Windermere grow into one of the largest and most respected real estate brands in the country, with more than 300 offices and 7,000 agents throughout the Western U.S. and Mexico.
Buy. Sell. Swoon.
Finding the right home is all about the details. Samantha loves learning what kind of spaces inspire her clients and works tirelessly to make those dreams a reality. She is a perfectionist by nature, motivated, and a great listener — priding herself on her ability to provide professional guidance during a deeply personal time. She empowers her clients to make informed and educated decisions that translate into financial success stories. Above all else, she enjoys working in an industry that is relationship driven and hopes to exceed both her clients and colleagues expectations through every transaction.
Notable Sales
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3202 51st Pl SW
Everett, WA 982035 Beds | 4.25 Baths | 5,497 Sq. Ft.
$1,700,000
Seller Representation
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7679 Northeast 165th Place
Kenmore, WA 980284 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3,192 Sq. Ft.
$1,685,950
Buyer Representation
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3243 NW 64th St
Seattle, WA 981074 Beds | 1.75 Baths | 1,930 Sq. Ft.
$1,550,000
Buyer Representation
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11027 60th Ave W
Mukilteo, WA 982754 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2,474 Sq. Ft.
$1,180,000
Buyer Representation
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2587 NE Park Dr
Issaquah, WA 980293 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,890 Sq. Ft.
$1,150,000
Seller Representation
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1832 Southwest 352nd Street
Federal Way, WA 980233 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,970 Sq. Ft.
$675,000
Buyer Representation
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13824 North Creek Drive, Unit 902
Mill Creek, WA 980123 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,604 Sq. Ft.
$674,000
Seller Representation
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2116-B 9th Avenue West
Seattle, WA 981193 Beds | 2.25 Baths | 1,557 Sq. Ft.
$1,159,950
Buyer Representation
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1902 Bigelow Avenue North, Unit 402
Seattle, WA 981091 Beds | 1 Bath | 945 Sq. Ft.
$628,500
Seller Representation
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9914 123rd Lane Northeast
Kirkland, WA 980335 Beds | 3.75 Baths | 3,240 Sq. Ft.
$1,369,000
Seller Representation
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6122 Douglas Avenue Southeast
Snoqualmie, WA 980654 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 3,470 Sq. Ft.
$965,000
Buyer Representation
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4067 149th Avenue Southeast
Bellevue, WA 980064 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 4,079 Sq. Ft.
$1,960,000
Buyer Representation
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12648 Eagles Nest Drive
Mukilteo, WA 982755 Beds | 3.25 Baths | 3,990 Sq. Ft.
$800,000
Buyer Representation
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12068 Minor Way
Mukilteo, WA 982752 Beds | 2.25 | Baths | 1,336 Sq. Ft.
$383,000
Seller Representation
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6273 20th Avenue Northeast
Seattle, WA 981153 Beds | 2.25 Baths | 2,290 Sq. Ft.
$1,450,000
Seller Representation
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5058 38th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 981053 Beds | 1 Bath | 2,340 Sq. Ft.
$875,000
Seller Representation
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8905 220th Street Southwest
Edmonds, WA 980263 Beds | 2.75 Baths | 2,000 Sq. Ft.
$660,000
Buyer Representation
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1516 E Republican St, Unit 5
Seattle, WA 981123 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1,399 Sq. Ft.
$860,000
Seller Representation
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7037 Northeast 164th Street
Kenmore, WA 980283 Beds | 2.25 Baths | 2,200 Sq. Ft.
$790,000
Buyer Representation
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2113 3rd Ave W
Seattle, WA 981193 Beds | 1.75 Baths | 1,380 Sq. Ft.
$899,000
Buyer Representation
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1304 37th St Place Southeast
Puyallup, WA 983724 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 3,026 Sq. Ft.
$540,000
Buyer Representation
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1060 Spragger Way
Cle Elum, WA 989225 Beds | 3.75 Baths | 2,843 Sq. Ft.
$917,000
Buyer Representation
I help you. You help them.
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For Samantha, finding the perfect home doesn’t stop at real estate. A passionate animal adoption advocate, she is deeply committed to helping animals meet their perfect match. After each transaction, Samantha donates back to local shelters in her clients name(s). Count on her to consistently share information about the most eligible pets in the area and use her platform to highlight the incredible work done by staff, volunteers and community members.
Client Testimonials
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★★★★★
“…Samantha’s attention to detail was also absolutely key to keeping us organized and allowed us to make the best offers possible … We were always set up for success because the other brokers greatly respected Samantha’s professionalism and efficiency…”
— Phil & Jen | Snoqualmie
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★★★★★
“…The biggest attribute to Samantha as an agent is her attention to detail when listing our home and knowing what a potential new buyer in the market is looking for. Everything from staging to getting the perfect angle during listing photos. We were blown away with how our house looked on listing day…”
— Casey & Chelsea
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★★★★★
"We’ve had the pleasure of working with Samatha Burnstead on two real estate transactions; the purchase and sale of our home … We strongly recommend Samatha Burnstead to represent you in your next real estate transaction. She keeps your best interest in her heart and mind”
— Gary & Barb | Mill Creek
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★★★★★
“…As first time buyers in a very competitive market, we were nervous we’d be small fish in a very big pond. With Samantha on our team, we were able to find and purchase a home that checked all of our boxes — and them some…”
— Steve & Allison | Edmonds
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★★★★★
“…She was attentive to our concerns, provided expert strategic advice, and helped us navigate numerous hurdles in both selling our old home in Kirkland and purchasing our new home in Bellevue, which was particularly impressive given the circumstances that arose during the height of COVID lockdowns…”
— Doug & Carlee | Bellevue
