I began my real estate career in the Puget Sound in 2010. At that time, the market was a heavy buyer's market with nearly 40% of listings being bank owned or short sales. While it may have been tough, I learned the right things to do. I learned how to best put my clients' needs first; I learned how to accurately assess a home's value and not just assume an appreciation rate; and I learned how to really negotiate for a win-win between buyers and...