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Breaking Even Is Okay!
One concern I have been hearing a lot from clients is they would like to move (or need to due to a job transition), however, the recent economic challenges have not been kind to the equity they have in their home – and…
5 Real Estate Trends To Heed To Beat the Real Estate Blues from the Northwest REporter
As the housing market emerges from the recession, one author, media commentator and entrepreneur suggests five trends bear watching in order to seize investment opportunities. “The secret to making sure your real estate doesn’t turn into a money pit is…
Good News is on the Uptick
I was reading an article the other day about how, in some parts of the country, the economy – while still challenged – is beginning to see signs of improvement. In Seattle, Washington, for instance, orders for Boeing planes have…
It’s All In the Numbers
One of the key indicators that a regional or local real estate market is relatively healthy is the average time it takes for homes to sell. Known as the ‘days-on-market’ number, as agents we pay close attention to this number.…
Advice for Buyers
It happens all too often that buyers are distracted by the peanut gallery. Among all the other challenges of purchasing a home, today’s buyer often has an added burden: the advice of friends, co-workers and family. And what do these…
Certified Short Sale Negotiator Designation
Last week I went to class & passed my test so now I am a Certified Short Sale Negotiator. What does that mean? Well short sales are complex because the negotiation is not only between a buyer and seller but…
Marketing Your Home During The Holidays
It’s a common belief that homes do not sell during the holidays. Many prospective sellers shy away from listing their homes at this time for fear the market will be slow. But the truth is – homes do sell during…
Second Home Mortgage Solutions
I received some great mortgage information from Natasha Anderson with The Legacy Group. I have a friend who wants to move her parents from Michigan to Seattle so they can be close to their grandchildren. She plans to buy a…
Are you famliar with the 1%=10% rule?
Every 1% change in interest rate affects your buying power 10%. 1% in rate = 10% in mortgage For example: Your budget allows you a monthly payment of $1,013 4.5%, 30 year mortgage, $1,013/month= $200,000 mortgage 5.5%, 30 year mortgage,…
We are Ninjas!!
My dad and I just spent 4 days on intense training to become Real Estate Ninjas. What does it mean to be a Ninja? Basically, it means you are trained to give the best real estate experience to your people.…