9/21/2007 10:24:00 AM
No Housing Woes In Seattle
While the sub-prime debacle leaves many prospective home buyer's in the rental pool (which has given property investors an infusion of demand), Seattle's economy continues to boost appreciation and demand for housing. Reuter's is reporting Seattle ...
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9/19/2007 1:28:00 PM
Special Fed Alert!
The long awaited Fed decision arrived with a bang! The Fed surprised many economists and traders with a half percent cut in both the Fed Funds and Discount Rates. Stocks soared higher and enjoyed their largest gain since 2003. What does the Fed cut mean? Rates ...
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9/19/2007 11:54:00 AM
Pets and Carpet: Preserve your investment!
Our dearly loved pets can sometimes leave us unwelcome gifts. Here are some tips to help keep your carpet from permanent damage. Acids in pet urine can cause permanent damage to carpet fibers and dyes. Use white towels (paper or terry) to absorb as much liquid ...
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8/22/2007 6:42:00 PM
Is it a Buyer's Market in Seattle?
This is a question I get daily and it is important to address it in my blog. Is it a Buyers Market? : Yes, in some areas The Sub-Prime Situation The recent demise of many large sub-prime lenders has certainly shaken up the housing market. It has effectively ...
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6/29/2007 11:54:00 AM
Finding a Realtor on the Internet
I've been on the other end of this scenario many times. I've had clients contact me and ask if I'd help them identify a good Realtor in the city they moved from to list their home. Wow. Where to start?! Like you probably did, I head to Google and ...
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6/27/2007 10:30:00 PM
Searching the MLS for Homes Just Got Easier!
John L. Scott has always been a front runner when it comes to internet search tools and use of technology. A partnership with Microsoft in 2006 brought forth High Definition Home Search with Virtual Earth mapping and Bird's Eye imagery. This has allowed ...
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5/10/2007 6:03:00 PM
Circle of Life: The Most Basic of Necessities!
Wow. This will warm your heart. My friend Lisa Evans works with World Concern and she just returned from a trip to Africa. The attached photo is a picture of a water well, that was hand dug, and then the infrastructure built around it to pump water. One pump ...
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3/21/2007 11:00:00 AM
New Construction: How do I select a builder?
There is something wonderful about being the first person to live in a new home. Whether you are involved in the construction process from the architectural stage and whether you purchase a spec home, choosing a builder can be a daunting task. Some tips on ...
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3/8/2007 2:08:00 PM
We love the house, but what about the schools? The Best Seattle-area School Guide Available Now!
One of the most common concerns among my clients who relocate is finding the right school for their children. While making a move, it is difficult to identify a town or neighborhood with the question of schools hanging in the balance. Enter the Seattle Times ...
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3/7/2007 2:14:00 PM
Condo Conversions are all the rage in Seattle & Suburbs!
With the median single family home price in the Seatte Metropolitan area in the mid $400's, condo sales are the staple of first time home buyers. Thanks to companies like Microsoft, Boeing, Expedia, Amazon and many others who continue to recruit, there ...
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