FAQs

Erik Meldahl, a real estate broker with RSVP Brokers ERA, has extensive experience buying and selling equestrian properties, horse farms and acreage in Everett and across Snohomish County, including Monroe, Sultan, Gold Bar and Marysville. He has been licensed in Washington since 2014.

Look at the septic system, the well and water supply, pasture drainage, fencing, barns and outbuildings, and whether structures were permitted. Ask the county about zoning, animal limits and any critical areas such as wetlands or flood zones. Erik walks his buyers through each item and recommends professional inspections before they commit.

Yes. An inspection report only covers the system that was inspected, and some rural properties have more than one. On a recent purchase, Erik found a second septic system that had failed. The seller's report covered only the one system the buyers knew about. Erik recommends checking county septic records for every system on the property and hiring your own inspector.

Often, yes. VA loans are for a primary residence, and the home must meet VA minimum property requirements, including safe water and sewage systems. Properties used mainly as a working farm or business may not qualify. Erik helps VA buyers find properties that fit and connects them with lenders experienced in rural VA loans.

Yes. Erik Meldahl of RSVP Brokers ERA is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who understands PCS timelines and VA loans. He helps military families buy and sell in Everett and Snohomish County, including families moving to or from Naval Station Everett.

Erik served as a U.S. State Department diplomat after his time in the Marine Corps. He negotiates with preparation, market data and patience, stays calm under pressure, and advocates firmly for his clients.

Everett, Mill Creek, Lynnwood, Edmonds, Marysville, Monroe, Sultan, Gold Bar, Bothell and Woodinville, plus nearby King, Skagit, Whatcom and Island counties.

Call (425) 366-9006, email erik.meldahl@gmail.com or visit erikmeldahl.com.