Carrie Watt is the realtor you've been looking for! We interviewed several agents for buying our first home, and Carrie was by far the most knowledgeable, friendly, responsive, and approachable of them all. We hired her on March 2nd, did a whirlwind week of tours, found the house we wanted on March 6th, and had our offer accepted by March 8th. We got the keys yesterday, March 21st--thanks to Carries incredible speed, communicativeness, and resourcefulness. Additionally we were able to close so fast due to Carrie's lending partner and sister, Kristen Watt at All Western Mortgage (who is also fantastic). Carrie is an exceptional strategic partner. She understands how to assess a home's quality, what red flags to look out for, how to escalate in a competitive market, how to calculate risk, and how to craft an offer that stands out without overreaching. She negotiates skillfully with the other party's agent, striking that balance of being collaborative while still fiercely advocating for her clients. She also has been super helpful in helping us find contractors for our home repairs. She consistently goes above and beyond. When we first met her, she prepared for us a "homebuyers' survival kit" stocked with a tape measurer, notepad, chewing gum, chocolates, cookies, and a stress ball. She surprised us with a small teddy bear at a tour one day, because the night before we'd found our we're expecting our first child. She brought snacks to the inspection as we spent four hours in the house with the inspector. And when she handed us our keys yesterday, she arrived with a full gift basket--including blankets her mom made, treats, nonalcoholic cocktails, and custom cocktail glasses etched with our names, purchase date, address, and a Seattle map of our new neighborhood. It was just amazing. Her pricing is extremely competitive and transparent. Because I'm a musician, she offered her "Music Moves" discount, donating a portion of her commission back to us. Her sister/lending partner Kristen participates in the same program and discounts her fees as well--they're both deeply involved in supporting the music community. Carrie is both the sweetest and the strongest agent you could hope to work with. You should absolutely hire her. read more

Where do I start. Carrie might be one of the hardest workers I have ever met. This lady will get it done. That said, she is also one of the most likeable and down to earth humans you'll ever meet. Seriously, our kids have rarely liked a stranger so much so instantly before -- they're obsessed with her and even play "Carrie the realtor" make-believe at home. My family and I met her via a referral last year. She had agreed to show us a house, no strings attached, no contract. As soon as we met her, we knew we wanted to ask her to be our realtor. She greeted our kids with huge smiles and little toys -- and my husband and I with house-hunting goodie bags. Thoughtful is a good word to describe Carrie. She is very thoughtful, about everything. We searched for about a year with Carrie. She frequently sent us new listings, checked in and encouraged us to get out there and look at as many houses as we could. When she shows a house, she is constantly moving -- checking for leaks under the sink, the electrical panel year, the light switches, etc. -- she does all of this while playing with our kids and conversing with us; you don't even realize she's multitasking on another level. When we finally found our house and made an offer, she was extremely communicative with both the listing agent and us. She made sure my husband and I felt comfortable with every decision made, and let us know what all of our options were in the counteroffer process. She is very knowledgeable. Also, she is very well connected in the area and is able to quickly get an inspection done, which was ultimately key in our offer getting accepted. We are so happy with our purchase. And so grateful we had the opportunity to get to know Carrie and work with her. read more

Carrie is a phenomenal real estate agent. As first time home buyers we knew very little about real estate, the Seattle market, and all the steps involved with buying a home. Carrie was so helpful right from the start. She really helped us understand what is involved in finding and purchasing a home. Carrie is a proactive but patient agent. She constantly was searching for homes that matched what we were looking for but was not pushy at all. She was always available whether it be answering questions over text, bringing us to see properties we were interested in, or hopping on a call during negotiations to help us understand terms and options we had. When we went to open houses together she helped us understand what we should be looking for and paying attention to. If she didn't have an answer to a question she would always follow up with the sellers agent and get us as much information as possible. She is super hard working and put in a ton of effort helping us find the perfect home. Carrie was fast to put offers together, gather comps to help us understand the value of properties, and helped us close in a blazingly fast 3 weeks. Beyond her amazing work ethic and professionalism she is so kind and goes above and beyond to build a relationship with her clients. Carrie gave us multiple gifts which were so sweet and unexpected. We had a fantastic experience working with Carrie, she is simply the best. If you are looking to buy a home in Seattle I highly recommend working with her, she will not disappoint! read more

If I could give Carrie Watt a 50 out of 10, I would. She and the Rooted NW team delivered everything you could hope for when looking for a real estate agent who genuinely cares about helping you find a the home thats right for you. Carrie was available at a moment's notice during every step of the process, no matter the time or day. What impressed me most was her ability to prepare us for the emotional ups and downs of the home-buying journey. Her words of wisdom, calm and supportive approach, and expertise kept us grounded throughout the process. We got our first choice on a competitive home on the first day it was available. It was Carrie's communication with the selling agent, her knowledge of the process, and her willingness to follow and support our lead that made it happen. My wife and I say it all the time: we couldn't have been luckier, and we don't think we'd be in our home today without Carrie as our realtor. Beyond real estate, as we've come to know Carrie better, we are continually blown away by her commitment to the community--specifically through her Music Moves program, her philanthropy, and how she always seems to be volunteering somewhere. She's truly an exceptional person and hopefully one day we'll be fortunate enough to work with her and the Rooted NW team again. read more

Working with Carrie was an absolute dream! From the moment we met her, we knew we were in great hands. She was not only professional and proactive but also incredibly creative and resourceful when it came to finding us our dream home. Our search had its challenges, but Carrie went above and beyond by reaching out to expired and cancelled listings in our ideal location. We were so amazed when she found a home that wasn't even officially back on the market yet. It turned out to be perfect, just a few blocks from the lake with stunning views! She had our backs at the negotiating table as well, securing an amazing deal for us. Her expertise and attention to detail made the whole process smooth, even during an extended closing period as the sellers finalized permitting. We couldn't be happier with our experience. If you're looking for a real estate agent who truly goes the extra mile, Carrie is the one. We're so grateful to her for helping us find a home we absolutely love! read more

Where do I even begin...If you are looking for someone who will stand by you every step of the way, look no further. Carrie & Brandon (and the entire Rooted Northwest team!) do just that, and beyond! We are in some crazy, crazy times these days when it comes to Seattle real estate. However, this phenomenal team remained persistent with the marketing and open house plans, professional in the most thoughtful (and creative!) ways, and were razor-sharp focused on getting our cute little house sold! Their knowledge of the Seattle market, down to the neighborhood, is unsurpassed. Their ongoing caring styles of communication helps you feel more at ease and lessens anxieties. You've got questions, they've got answers! We are immensely grateful to have the Rooted Northwest team be a massive part of what has become one of the most incredible days of our lives!!! read more

We could not be happier that we chose Carrie Watt and the whole team at Rooted Northwest to guide us through the process of purchasing our home in Seattle. After the stress and uncertainty of a cross-country move, it was so nice to have someone as skilled, professional, and warm as Carrie to guide us through the process of buying a home here. From our first meeting to when she handed me the keys, I always felt that she truly understood our situation and what we wanted. And for everything in between, she demonstrated a deep knowledge and skill for what she does. On a personal level, we left every meeting with her with new local recommendations and fun things to check out. Being brand new to the area she felt like a very warm welcome to Seattle. read more

Carrie Watt is truly an expert on the Seattle area and market! As someone moving from out of state, her transparency and guidance was essential to us preparing for what to expect buying a new home. Her connections also were so helpful in finding us the right lender and inspector. We were able to buy a home with a quick closing time and seller credits we didn't expect to see (in a market that leans towards sellers!) because of Carrie's amazing negotiation and communication skills! So grateful to have found her and would recommend to anyone in the greater Seattle area. I also love all the care she puts into her relationships with us as clients, from checking in regularly to the sweetest housewarming gift. Thank you!!! read more

Carrie is an amazing Real Estate agent. My husband and I were always hesitant in buying our first home because we were scared of the market and of the daunting process home buying seemed to be. We met Carrie at an Open House she was hosting, and she immediately stood out to us as someone who is exceptional. Boy, we were right! Carrie is attentive, supportive, and knows exactly what you need! Carrie really shines as an experienced expert that knows what she's doing. Her personalized care and dedication is unmatched. We were able to buy our dream house, in this competitive market, and we can't be happier! If you have Carrie as your agent, consider yourself VERY lucky :) read more

Carrie is a total rockstar! As a first-time homebuyer, I was completely clueless, but she broke down everything in a way that even I could understand. Her organization skills are next-level, and her response time? Superhuman! Seriously, she responded to every text and email in minutes. She worked her magic and got me the home of my dreams, beating out 12 other offers--talk about impressive! And she did it all in record time, while making sure I was comfortable with every step. Her passion for real estate shines through, and I couldn't be happier. If you're looking for someone who's got your back and knows how to get it done, Carrie is your go-to! read more

My experience with Carrie Watt was exceptional. Her professionalism was evident from the outset, always prompt in communication and I felt completely taken care of for anything I needed in preparing my home for sale. Carrie demonstrated a deep understanding of the market and utilized effective marketing strategies that resulted in a quick sale at a favorable price with multiple offers and a final sale price of $76k over asking. It's clear that her expertise and strategic approach paid off tremendously. Overall, I was highly satisfied with their service and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to sell their property. read more

Buying a home is overwhelming, but working with Carrie made the entire experience enjoyable. She was incredibly responsive, patient with all my (many) questions, and genuinely pleasant to work with from start to finish and beyond. What really sets Carrie apart is how tactically brilliant she is without ever making a big show of it. In a highly competitive market, she negotiated an aggressive offer while maintaining a great relationship with the sellers. If you want a realtor who truly cares about you, communicates exceptionally well, and knows how to win, call Carrie. You'll thank me later. read more

Carrie is outstanding! As a first time home buyer, she both educated me on the competitive Seattle real estate market and was extremely patient as I went through my own learning curve. She is proactive and would share listings that were a fit while being flexible to work around my availability for viewings. Carrie is detail oriented and was available to answer my questions at every step of the process. Our family loved the personalized and high quality support that Carrie provided and we're so happy that she helped us find our new home :-) I highly recommend Carrie and Rooted Northwest! read more

I have been lucky enough to work with Carrie Watt on multiple transactions this past year. I have witnessed how she approaches her transactions with kindness, knowledge and professionalism. She is a skilled negotiator, communicator and relationship-builder. With a deep understanding of the local area, she truly listens to her clients, working hard, going above and beyond with integrity - you will not regret working with her! Her attention to detail is spot on and Rooted Northwest also gives back regularly to local non-profits - truly an agent that cares on so many levels! read more

Carrie Watt was an absolute pleasure to work with. From start to finish, she guided us through every step of the journey to purchasing our very first home with compassion, grace, and unwavering dedication. Her communication was exceptional, and it was clear that she genuinely loves what she does. Carrie went above and beyond to ensure we found a home we truly love, always advocating for us and making the process feel less overwhelming. We feel incredibly lucky to have had her by our side and look forward to continuing our relationship with her in the future. read more

Carrie was my real estate agent and I could not have been more pleased. She was reliable, dependable and a delight to work with. I recently moved from the Midwest, and Seattle with its complexity and size seemed quite daunting to me. Carrie made that daunting process of finding a home that I could afford and love, a manageable one. Carrie's knowledge of Seattle and its neighborhoods was paramount to that successful and desirable outcome. I am very appreciative and grateful to her. read more

Carrie Watt is such a pleasure to work with! We've worked together on dozens of transactions, and her commitment to her clients shines through every single time. Carrie has a huge heart, and I'm truly honored to work beside her. She's the kind of professional I confidently recommend to my loved ones, knowing she always has their best interests at heart. read more

Carrie Watt was awesome to work with and a true professional. She stayed ahead of every deadline and used her network of trusted pros to coordinate a fast inspection and a smooth, early closing. Carrie was spot-on in determining fair market value and thanks to her proactive communication and negotiation, we got our home below asking. read more

We had a fantastic experience working with Rooted Northwest to both purchase a new home and sell our previous home. Carrie's knowledge, responsiveness, and considerate approach were exactly what we needed for both buying and selling in a tough market. We would definitely use Rooted again and highly recommend them. read more