Mileage 2026 & Tax Preparation Tips

Mileage rates for travel are now set for 2026. The standard business mileage rate increases by 2.5 cents to 72.5 cents per mile. The medical and moving mileage rates go down 1/2 cent to 20.5 cents per mile. Charitable mileage rates remain unchanged at 14 cents per mile. How many miles did you drive for […]

Inflation is influencing buyer behavior.

Thought of the Week: Hills pay the bills! Questions to ask yourself/others about this thought: Success often requires doing hard things. What is something challenging that you need to embrace? What’s a hill you’ll be glad you climbed? As you ponder the hills you are climbing, it might also be helpful to gain perspective on […]

2026 and Beyond: Key Real Estate Trends Shaping the Next Market Cycle

As we look ahead to 2026, the real estate industry is at an important turning point. Change is coming from many directions—new building materials, creative financing options, bold business strategies, and yes, AI. While affordability is still a major hurdle and first-time buyers continue to struggle, the market is showing early signs of leveling out. […]

Best Pumpkin Patches | October 2025

Never miss a thing with SnoKingLiving Events! Autumn always brings a sense of warmth and nostalgia for me. One of my favorite memories is jumping into the car for a cozy road trip to our go-to pumpkin patch! 🎃 We make a whole day of it—wandering through rows of pumpkins and colorful gourds, bouncing along […]

Best Haunted Houses | October 2025

Never miss a thing with SnoKingLiving Events. Boo! Did I scare ya? Probably not. But if you’re looking for a spine-chilling, hair-raising, and frightening good time, here are some of my fave haunted houses in around the sound: • Frighthouse Station• Stalker Farms- Haunted Attractions (Stocker Farms)• Nile Nightmares Haunted House• Thomas Family Farm• Georgetown […]

National Pie Day | Jan 23, 2025

Where can I find pie near me for National Pie Day? If you love pie (like me) you’ll be thrilled to know that today is #NationalPieDay! 🥧  There’s so many places to get yummy pies near me that it’s hard to pick just one. Here’s a list of some of my favorites: • Snohomish Pie […]