About Kim Mulligan, Seattle Realtor
Engel & Voelkers Seattle/Eastside
I believe that home is a very special place, and there’s nothing I like better than helping good people find a place they love. My profession is an honor and calling. My own housing instability as a young child informed me in a visceral way how important a home is and how good it can feel to have a little bit of your own space in the fast-paced outside world. I was lucky enough to eventually land and live near a wild stream in my built environment where all sorts of natural wonders waited daily to be discovered by an eager child. I spent hours at that stream, reveling in mentally mapping the changes as the seasons went by; as the polliwogs and tadpoles grew into toads and frogs, the small fry grew larger and the birds made their nests and raised their hatchlings. More about this later…..
Later, as my family acquired real estate, I was put to work at 6 years old maintaining properties. Much later now with my experience as a former building contractor, I use my hands-on earned knowledge to help my clients see beyond the finishes and staging to approach a real estate transaction with knowledge and confidence. The home buying process is a complicated map of intersecting information and deadlines. I strive to give my clients the undivided attention, loyalty, and guidance they deserve — ideally with a little fun thrown in.
Because of my reverence of nature, I endeavored to learn more about how to protect it. I’ve always believed that we can and should demand more from our built environment: more efficiency, greater comfort, healthier indoor air. As a designated Realtor GREEN and Built Green Professional, I genuinely enjoy sharing the advantages of smart, healthy building with my clients and peers, and I can help buyers account for factors such as heating and commuting costs when considering a property. Additionally, my background allows me to help clients see beyond a property’s curb appeal and approach the purchase and sale with clear information. It is an honor to guide home buyers in their quest for sustainability and livability. I’m a great source for ideas and creative problem solving throughout the process of the negotiation, the sales transaction, contractor contacts and beyond.
Working with my sellers, I help them to target the likely buyer of their home based on the price point,
A house is a safe haven, a place for family and friends, an investment and much more to many inhabitants. It says something about you as a person and what your values are. Whether you are buying or selling, many different emotions and conflicting interests can get tied up in the process. My aim is to make the transition as smooth as possible and to help you see the process objectively. I will always look out for your best interests and when needed give my buyers and sellers the unvarnished truth even if it hurts (just a little) sometimes. I always ask my clients to do the same with me. It is a trust I don’t take lightly. I’m truly humbled when someone chooses me to represent their interests. I look forward to hearing about your wants and needs in a Real Estate transaction and collaborating on a plan of action to achieve your desired outcome.
Accreditations
The National Association of Realtors, Green Designation
Certified Negotiation Expert
Certified NW Energy Star Agent
Built Green of King and Snohomish Counties Certification
North Seattle College Green Real Estate Certificate (First Cohort)
Green Real Estate Specialist Certificate
American Lung Assoc. Healthy Home Environmentalist Training
WA State Home Financing Commission First Time Home Buyer Instructor
Earth Advantage ADU Specialist
Awards
National Association of Realtors Evergreen Award, Nov. 2014
Seattle Magazine's 5 Star Award for Client Satisfaction (Top 7% of Area Real Estate Professionals) Multi-Year Winner
Accolades
"I first met Kim in 2010 when I bought my home, and she was the perfect real estate agent for me. She took such great care and was incredibly patient, guiding me through every step of the process. She was truly the best agent I could have asked for. Over the years, Kim kept in touch, and when I decided to sell my home this year, she was the only person I wanted to work with again. It felt like a full-circle moment. This time, from the seller’s perspective, Kim went above and beyond. She staged my home beautifully, helped with the right touch-ups, conducted a thorough comparative market analysis, and crafted a highly effective go-to-market strategy. Despite a challenging market, we received multiple offers above asking price. Kim is undoubtedly one of the best real estate agents in all of Seattle. Not only does she deliver outstanding results, but she also genuinely cares about her clients. She is passionate, smart, driven, a clear communicator, and incredibly supportive. Do yourself a favor—if you're thinking about selling or buying a home, give Kim a call. You won’t regret it." (Google)
Nice person, knowledgeable builder, great real estate agent! If/when we are ready to buy another house, we'd work with Kim again in a heartbeat!" A.H. (Full Review on Trulia)
"......We pounced on a home that had been off listing and then back just that morning. Kim helped us craft an offer for a 'hot' home that was within our budget and that was accepted.
It was then that Kim's ability especially shone. "The devil is in the details." Our contingency inspection, using an inspector that Kim had worked with before, found several faults with an otherwise well presented flip home........She used contacts in the building trades to verify costs of repairs, refute complaints from the seller, and determine reasonable responses to our (seller accepted) requests for repairs. Kim negotiated several thousand dollars of additional repairs and improvements on the home, this in sellers' market. Kim was essential to providing this advantage......" M.U. (Full Review on Trulia)
"I was a first time home buyer and Kim couldn't of made it a better experience. She was there for me during each step and very accommodating around my work schedule. I couldn't be more pleased with my home purchase and I have Kim to thank for that." M.R. (Yelp)
"One word Amazing!!! Kim helped us find our first home and we love it. She made us feel as though we were her only clients and was willing to show us homes after our work hours. She also has great knowledge in green homes. If you want to go house hunting with someone who truly has your best interest in mind Kim's the best!" M. & E. (Yelp)
"As a Loan Officer for 20 years, I have worked with many Real Estate Professionals. Trust me.....not all Real Estate agents WORK for YOU. I truly appreciated Kim's attention to detail in her contracts, her quick responsiveness to questions, even the difficult ones. She never quivers as to where her loyalty begins ~ her client. She's a team player, she's positive and charming, and she knows where to get answers and find solutions. With pleasure and confidence, I would not hesitate to refer Kim Mulligan to my pre-approved buyers." Kimberly Buttle Metropolitan Mortgage (Yelp)
