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    Q&A – Inspection Response

    Here is an example of a question that came up during the inspection negotiation (with some small exaggeration:) Agent, I just received the inspection response you sent over from the buyers. However, there are over twenty-five things the buyer wants…

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    Harsh Reality and Costs of Renting

    The Millennial generation has a decision to make as the economy improves and they begin to move out of their parents’ home and move into living space of their own. Should they rent or should they own? Before they make…

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    Predictions for 2014

    I have a few predictions for 2014. There are some real estate experts and stat resources that I look into to gather my opinions on what to expect ahead. Housing Inventory: Several factors affect housing inventory levels. The economy is improving…

  • Buying,  Home Value

    I’ve received a few questions lately about Zillow. Some of the features by Zillow can be confusing. First of all you have “Zestimates”- Zillow estimates of market value are displayed next to list prices. And the accuracy of Zesitmates can vary…

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    The Power of Leverage

    Whether you are considering purchasing a home for yourself, a vacation home or rental, if you are a beginning investor, you must understand the power of leverage and time.   Leverage is what people utilize when they don’t have the…

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    New On The Market- Greenwood Classic Home

    src=”http://www.nellop.com/create/photos/20131031/235124_9993477_807540669.jpg”> $389,999 , 3 bedrooms, 1 full baths, 0 half baths, 2,160 square feet   Elizabeth Nettles | John L. Scott | (206) 370-0043 757 N 103rd St, Seattle, WA Cheery 3 bedrm & 1 bathrm home in the desirable…

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    What is Title Insurance and Why Do I Need It?

    Two questions that I am often asked are, “What is title insurance?” which is usually followed by the question, “Do I need title insurance?” These questions usually get asked when I present the seller with a “net proceeds” sheet which…

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    What Happened to the Curtains?

    Whether you are a buyer or seller, there may come a time when you are either touring a home or about to sell one when you look around and wonder if that amenity should come with the house or not.…