Finding The Right Contractor When Selling Your Bothell Home - 09/30/11 06:48 AM
Finding The Right Contractor When Selling Your Bothell Home
Before selling your Bothell home, it is a good idea to examine each room for unfinished or needed repairs. It is very likely that you might need a portion of drywall replaced or cracks caulked outside your bathtub. These small repairs might seem unnecessary, but can easily turn out to be the difference between selling your house that day, or weeks later.
You need to find a Bothell general contractor fast! You could easily call up the neighborhood handyman, but it is important to hire someone that has insurance and … (3 comments)
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Heating and Cooling is The New “SEXY” in New Homes - 09/29/11 06:45 PM
Heating and Cooling is The New “SEXY” in New Homes
City Cabins the latest high-tech high-performance homes being built in Seattle’s Queen Anne Hill neighborhood by award winning green builder Martha Rose are “totally electrifying”. The all electric homes will be introducing several systems and appliances that will help lower the owners cost of ownership by reducing utility costs while improving comfort and overall livability.
One of the most exciting systems to be added to the City Cabins is Mitsubishi Mr. Slim a split-ductless A/C and Heat Pump by Mitsubishi Electric. One of its newest features is the intergraded … (0 comments)
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Bothell Home Features Clients Are Looking For! - 09/29/11 09:38 AM
Many people are looking for the perfect Bothell home features to suite their family and individual needs. This can be a very hard thing to find if you are not one hundred percent sure about what you will settle for. When it comes to homes, people have varying needs and wants. There are, however, some basic things that many will look for when trying to identify their perfect house.
Kitchens and bathrooms This is one of the first things people will look at when viewing a house. Kitchens are a place that a lot of time is spent in and … (1 comments)
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4 Seattle homes will be in Washington State Solar Tour - 09/28/11 08:37 PM
Washington State Solar 2011 Tour
The neighborhoods of Queen Anne and Magnolia in Seattle will have 4 homes to preview in this Saturday's National Solar Tour. This is a great way to look at 4 different solar arrays and rainwater, rainwater catchment systems and one electric car charging station.
Queen Anne Hill
2223 4th Ave N Seattle, Wa. 98119
Technologies: Photovoltaics Other (Electric Vehicle, Living Roof, Rainwater Catchment, etc
3652 13th Ave West City Cabins
Technologies: Photovoltaics, Passive Solar, Other (Electric Vehicle, Living Roof, Rainwater Catchment, etc.)
City Cabins are two high performance homes currently under construction. A … (0 comments)
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Bothell Wa. Home Fund Registry - Get A Head Start In Obtaining The Home Of Your Dreams! - 09/28/11 10:20 AM
One of the most exciting parts of organizing a wedding is putting together your gift registry. These days some people are doing things a bit differently by starting up a Bothell home fund registry. This gives the married couple a chance to start gathering up a bit of extra money to put towards a down payment on a home.
Bothell home fund registry Forget the useless toasters that you probably already own anyway, it's time to start giving a real gift that can honestly be used. There are a lot of needless gifts given to the bride and groom and … (0 comments)
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Bothell Wa. House Hunting - Save Time And Energy With Your House Hunting! - 09/27/11 03:00 PM
Bothell house hunting is supposed to be fun, exciting and straightforward, but it can easily be made into a tedious and tiresome chore that can last a very long time. You need to understand a few basic concepts in order to speed up the selection and narrowing down of potential homes to consider for purchase.
Finding the Right Real Estate Agent It is very important that you find a real estate agent that will devote himself to assisting you in your search for the ideal home. Many real estate agents are extremely busy and will have little time to spare. The … (0 comments)
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How to Find The Perfect Shoreline Wa. Real Estate Agent Using An Interview - 09/27/11 05:29 AM
If you are having a problem finding a Shoreline real estate agent there are some key points you should go over during your first interview. These are some of the most critical things that you should be looking for in an agent before hiring one.
Experience -When was the last time you sold a property? This will give you a basic understanding of what that agent can offer in terms of getting your property sold quickly.
Have you ever sold a property similar to mine or within the same location? If the Shoreline real estate agent answers yes then you … (1 comments)
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It’s Okay To Use Grocery Store Boxes When Moving Into Your Bothell Home - 09/26/11 02:13 PM
It's time to move, you're ready to pack to move into your Bothell home and you're stuck. How can you possibly do this move in a green way without causing a bad effect on the environment? With a little quick thinking, you can make this move happen in a green way without too much fuss.
Recycle boxes A lot of people will tell you that you need to buy brand new boxes when you are planning to move into your Bothell home. This is complete rubbish. Every day thousands of boxes are being dumped either into the garbage or … (4 comments)
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Queen Anne-Magnolia New Home Construction YTD Activity - 09/26/11 12:55 PM
Construction starts in the Seattle areas of Queen Anne Hill and Magnolia lag behind 2010 levels. In August of 2011 there are 11 new homes for sale in Queen Anne and Magnolia compared to 25 for August 2010.
The average price for a new home in one of these areas start is $1,333,582 compared to $844,144 in 2010. Market times have been drastically reduced for year-to-date (YTD) new home sales in these areas from 130 days in 2010 to 85 days in 2011.
With high the higher price tags on new construction it will be interesting to see if … (2 comments)
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Locating The Right Bothell Real Estate Market - 09/25/11 03:41 PM
When you are looking for homes for sale in the Bothell real estate market you'll find that there is a lot of research that needs to be done first. You can either do this yourself or tap into the knowledge of a professional agent to help you out.
One thing that you should start with is finding out where the Bothell real estate market is heading. By looking at past statistics across the board you'll see some city trends that are consistent. By working with these stats you'll know which areas are prime real estate areas and which ones are not.
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Seattle Net Zero Homes-Who Benefits? Buyers - 09/24/11 02:22 PM
A Seattle net-zero energy home (NZEH) is a grid connected homes that, over a course of a year, produce as much energy as they use. The underlying purpose of these homes is to use the most sustainable energy with the least expense.
Several homes in the Seattle area marketplace are targeting for net-zero, the recently completed Z-Home a revolutionary 10-unit development in Issaquah and Martha Rose Construction’s innovative City Cabins under construction on Queen Anne Hill, both of these projects will be multi-certified and recognized by leading green home building programs.
Z-Home is a collaboration effort from … (2 comments)
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Bothell Real Estate- 3 most Common Buyer Fears Part 2 - 09/22/11 09:29 AM
There are many types of hidden fears that can stop someone from making a Bothell real estate purchase. While these can vary from one person to the next there are a few common ones that may fit your situation.
1. Marriage problems
If there is some sort of problem within your marriage you may not be willing to make a big financial commitment together. If there is even a small nagging doubt about the relationship it can hold you back from buying a home.
The only thing that can be done about this is to resolve the doubt … (4 comments)
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Bothell Real Estate - Understanding Buyer Fear - Part 1 - 09/21/11 08:54 PM
There are a lot of reasons why people put off purchasing Bothell real estate but the major one is fear. It can become so intense that it actually becomes paralyzing.
Many people will say that the number one reason is that they do not have the money to put towards a down payment. If you look a little deeper, however, these individuals or couple may have been using this excuse for many years and haven't put in the effort to get the money together.
Putting your down payment together You see, many people have put together a 5-year or even … (2 comments)
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Save Money When Selling your Home By Using A Bothell Real Estate Agent - 09/21/11 10:42 AM
A lot of people get fooled into thinking that they could save some money by selling their home on their own if they avoid using a Bothell real estate agent. The truth is that it is a real estate agent's job to save you money and they know how to do this very well.
Negotiate A Bothell real estate agent understands that you want to get the best price possible on your home. He can negotiate for you and work with the potential buyers that are almost ready to present an offer. The problem with selling your home on your own … (1 comments)
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Should You Build Or Buy Your Bothell Home? - 09/20/11 09:15 AM
A very common question in today’s real estate market is concerning whether or not you should build or buy your Bothell home. This is a decision that will involve thousands of dollars and you’ll need to make a well-informed decision on it first. There are a lot of pros and cons to either side or you should be well aware of them before starting your venture.
Buying a home in Bothell When you buy your Bothell home it is a straight-forward transaction which involves a lot of money - but not a lot of time. You will not have to … (0 comments)
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Bothell Home Prices Trending Upward - 09/19/11 06:25 PM
Bothell Price Trends The median single family home price as of September 12,2011 for Bothell is $350,000. Sale prices have been trending up since April 2011. Market Conditions With a current Market Action Index as of September 12, 2011 at 16.3, Bothell is currently a buyer's market. Once the market MAI goes above 27 which represents a seller's market. Sales and Demand Trends The average property in Bothell as of September 12, 2011 has been on the market for 162 days. Price Per Square Foot The median price per square foot for homes in Bothell as of September 12, 2011 … (1 comments)
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City Cabins in National Solar Tour - 09/19/11 02:18 PM
Time to ROCK the Solar Nation! Registration is now open for the 2011 National Solar Tour, slated for October 1. Last year's tour featured 700 tours across all 50 US states, the Virgin Islands and Mexico. Let's make this year's tour even grander.
The ASES National Solar Tour is the world's largest grassroots solar event. This event offers you the opportunity to tour innovative green homes and buildings to see how you can use solar energy, energy efficiency, and other sustainable technologies to reduce monthly utility bills and help tackle climate change.
City Cabins
City Cabins will … (1 comments)
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Spruce Up Your Shoreline Home This Fall - Great Ideas To Liven Up Your Home - 09/19/11 10:31 AM
Ready to spruce up your Shoreline, Wa. home for this fall? Here are a few different areas you can focus on to help you get started.
Room color can have a huge impact on the overall appearance of your house. Heading to your local home decor supply store to pick up a tub or two of colored paint in fall tones would be a great way to start. Even if you decide to paint only one room, it will still help liven up your house, especially with something totally vibrant and different - a bright orange or deep green shade.
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The Benefits Of Green Real Estate In Bothell - 09/19/11 10:16 AM
There are so many benefits associated with green real estate in Bothell that it is virtually impossible to list them all. Green homes help the environment and also help the homeowner deal with the higher costs of utilities.
The environment All of us need to take an active part in cleaning up the environment – this is for sure! This needs to be done on an immediate basis in order to save the planet and make it a safe place for our children and our children's children to live in.
Studies have shown that there would be an approximate … (0 comments)
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Turning Your Bothell Property Into A Hot Commodity - 09/17/11 06:19 AM
It can be quite a mystery for a person that is putting a Bothell property for sale for the first time to really understand what it's all about. Basically, it is a selling game and you need to get into the spirit to do it right.
Your home to you is not exactly the same as what others are seeing. You may not be viewing the home as it actually is and may be looking at it from the viewpoint of the memories it contains. Potential buyers are not going to see the same picture since to them it is a … (1 comments)
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Why Bothell Townhouses Aren't Always The Best Idea - 09/16/11 07:39 PM
Bothell townhouses are a great second choice if you don't have the money to put towards a down payment on a home, but they really don't compare to owning your own house. In many cases they are purchased as a stepping stone towards single home ownership and are only lived in until the timing is right to move up.
The main problem that can arise in a Bothell townhouse environment is a problem with neighbors. You will have one on each side of your unit and you'll never really know what kind of neighbor they are until you actually move … (0 comments)
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Bothell Condo Investment Opportunities - Are They Worth It? - 09/16/11 11:11 AM
Bothell condo investment opportunities are alive and well in this great city and are great for anyone that wants to receive long term profits with low levels of maintenance. Condos are perfect for any investor that wants a long-range opportunity that is ripe for the picking right now.
Benefits of owning a condo You will attract more long-term tenants for condos than you normally would by renting out a house or townhouse. Generally, the tenants living in condos are usually quite financially stable and are looking for a place they can stay for a long time. Many home renters are just … (2 comments)
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Examining Your Shoreline Wa. Real Estate Goals - 09/15/11 07:06 AM
Have you ever taken the time to sit down and really examine your Shoreline real estate goals? Most people seem to run haphazardly into real estate and many regret their buying decision. Don't let this happen to you. Sit down and connect with your goals to figure out exactly what you want to achieve with real estate now and in the coming years.
What are your short-term goals? Well, you can first get started by determining that you certainly need a place to live. If you have enough money to buy a piece of property it is much better than … (0 comments)
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Bothell Homes For Sale - How To Help Your Agent Sell Your Home - 09/15/11 06:41 AM
There are a lot of Bothell homes for sale right now and you have hired an agent to get it sold fast. This is your first step when you are putting your house on the market. While your real estate agent is going to handle most of these things for you, there are some things that you can do as well to help speed up the whole process.
Advertising Your agent is going to list your house on the MLS ® along with other Bothell homes for sale. He is also going to let other agents know about your house and … (1 comments)
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Does anybody really care…… - 09/14/11 07:00 PM
Does anybody really know what time it is? Was just one of many songs performed by legendary rock band Chicago at the Puyallup State Fair in Puyallup Washington. Last night’s rock concert was enhanced by the Tacoma Symphony and a new percussionist to the famous rock group.
Gone are the ego’s where rock stars would make the crowd wait until they reached a fever pitch before the group would step on stage. Chicago was extremely professional starting on time exactly at 7:30.
The Chicago group members included original band members Robert Lamm on keyboards, vocals, Lee Loughnane on … (0 comments)
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Bothell House For Sale With A Baby Room - 09/14/11 11:28 AM
If you are specifically looking for a Bothell house for sale with a baby room it may be hard to find. Babies grow up very quickly and as they grow the room transforms right along with them. In most cases you are going to have to create your own baby room in your new home of choice. Here are some tips to help you find a home with a room you can easily set up to be the baby room.
Not too big but...Not too small either. Many parents automatically choose the smallest bedroom for the new baby and find … (1 comments)
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How Many Bothell Homes For Sale Will I Have To Look At Before I Find The Right One? - 09/13/11 06:28 AM
The answer to that question is it really depends. I have seen a few cases where I have taken a couple to see the first home on the list and they have fallen instantly in love with it. I have also seen a couple look at dozens of potential Bothell homes for sale before finding the right one. It is really not something that can be forecast. Hopefully, however, you'll find a home very quickly with a little help from your real estate agent.
As long as your agent has a reasonable idea about the type of Bothell home you … (11 comments)
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Next-Gen Homes on Queen Anne Hill Targeting 3 Green Certifications - 09/12/11 07:29 PM
The buzz on Seattle’s Queen Anne Hill neighborhood is starting to pick about the two new high performance homes being build on the Hill’s northwest side. The two homes, City Cabins, constructed by Martha Rose Construction in Seattle, are extreme green homes. What does this mean? The homes will be put through extensive testing and third party certifying before being awarded the 5 Star Built Green, Energy Star and Building American Certifications. Rose a builder with a high green IQ has been building at the highest levels of the Built Green program since its inception and has within the last … (0 comments)
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How To Do A Bothell Real Estate Property Search - 09/12/11 03:28 PM
It wasn't too long ago when buyers had to walk into a real estate office and look through physical pictures of homes in order to do a Bothell real estate property search. Before the age of the Internet you either relied on your real estate agent's word and went out and visited properties based on his recommendations or you would go to see pictures at his office. This seems like eons ago, but really, it wasn't that long ago.
MLS® listings on the Internet Nowadays you have the freedom to look through the MLS® listings on the Internet in the … (1 comments)
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City Cabin Kitchens: Color, textures, shapes and energy saving appliances - 09/09/11 06:29 PM
Seattle, Wa.-September 9, 2011
The new 2011 City Cabin kitchens will be a blending of under cabinet LED lighting, revitalized style ceiling lights, natural wood tones incorporated with stainless steel creating a feeling of confidence, simplicity, energy efficiency and visual appeal.
A moveable island will add to the flexibility and overall appearance of the fresh kitchen design, adding overall depth as well as a staging area for wine and food service. A slight urban-industrial theme is tempered by a unique lighting package, stainless steel counters, vibrant backsplashes and a custom designed lighting feature that is suspended from the 9’ ceiling … (4 comments)
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How to Find the Right Bothell Real Estate Agent - 09/09/11 11:21 AM
When it comes to the purchasing, selling or rental of your home you should never settle for second best. You need a top rated Bothell real estate agent that has the ability and willingness to assist you in any way possible.
Characteristics of a Great Real Estate Agent When looking for the right Bothell real estate agent for your transactions you should try and find someone that will look out for your best interests. You should search for real estate agents that are credible and have great references. This person will be honest, trustworthy and have a lot of experience in … (1 comments)
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How To Get Rid Of Cracks In The Driveway For A Quick Bothell Home Sale - 09/08/11 01:23 PM
If you are aiming for a quick Bothell home sale you need to present your home as beautifully as possible. Unsightly things such as untrimmed hedges and lawns, dirty patios, and an overgrowth of weeds can hamper your efforts and make it harder for you to sell your home. Having large or even small cracks in your driveway can be very detrimental to your real estate success.
How to get rid of driveway cracks: short term solution
If you have a driveway that is cracking or has already cracked then you may be in trouble as far as getting … (2 comments)
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Seattle's West Queen Anne Hill Real Estate Market Today - 09/08/11 12:25 PM
The 90-day Roling Average for west Queen Anne Hill-Appears to be
trending relatively stable from mid July through the first week of September 2011.
The Market Action Index (MAI) for West Queen Anne Hill represents the balance between
supply and demand using a statistical function of the current rate of sales compared to
current inventory. An MAI greater than 30 indicates a Seller's Market, which usually
means demand is high and inventory is being quickly absorbed. MAI below 30 indicates
a Buyer's Market, the lower the number typically causes prices to fall. The demand trend
is starting … (2 comments)
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How To Succeed When Investing In Bothell Real Estate - 09/07/11 06:56 AM
If you are searching through the local market and are thinking about investing in Bothell real estate you should follow some basic guidelines to success. Having information that is easily accessible and having the knowledge as well as the tools is the key to a successful real estate investment.
What You Need You definitely need a reliable information source with detailed information regarding the Bothell real estate market and its trends. You will also need a responsible and dependable real estate agent that can assist you and answer any questions that may arise. Investing in Bothell real estate requires a significant … (2 comments)
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Bothell Neighborhoods - Examining The Latest Crime Statistics Before Making A Purchase - 09/06/11 09:45 AM
A common error people make when finalizing a real estate purchase is failing to examine their local Bothell neighborhoods prior to making the transaction. By examining the latest crime rates you will be able to make a good judgment call on whether or not the area is right for you.
What to look for in a neighborhood Neighborhoods vary in shape, size, cleanliness and overall wealth levels. You should look for areas that have clean lawns and fairly affluent families. This type of area tends to have lower crime rates than poor and dirty neighborhoods. Also, things like neighborhood … (1 comments)
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Bothell Real Estate Data - Find Everything You Need To Know On Your Agent's Website - 09/05/11 05:07 PM
If you are actively involved in the real estate market, then you will need to arm yourself with basic Bothell real estate data. This is important since you will need to stay as up-to-date and informed as possible in order to find the right property. It is difficult to make good decisions when you are uninformed about the market in your area.
How to Stay Informed
You should find a Bothell real estate agent that can offer you the very best in Bothell real estate data and information. You agent’s website should include all of the information you will … (2 comments)
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Shoreline Real Estate Guide - Examine All The Neighborhoods First Before Buying Your Home Or Condo - 09/05/11 01:16 PM
If you want to purchase either a house or a condo you should definitely consult a Shoreline real estate guide prior to finalizing anything. These guides will show the pros and cons of the different neighborhoods and what they have to offer.
Why you should use a Shoreline real estate guide You should consult a Shoreline real estate guide for more information on what to look for in certain neighborhoods. Each neighborhood will have its own qualities and downfalls that will make it either a desirable place to live or not. Also, different neighborhoods will draw in different kinds of people. … (0 comments)
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The Freedom Of Buying VS Renting Bothell Real Estate - 09/05/11 12:55 PM
If you are weighing your options as far as buying vs renting Bothell real estate you should carefully consider all aspects of the debate. Depending on your financial situation, your choices should be fairly straightforward.
Reasons to rent Renting a home means that you will have no major renovations or maintenance to do in the house. You will not be held responsible for major damage, unless you have caused it as a tenant. This means that you do not have to worry about large and small expenses arising with little or no warning, causing you personal financial distress. Also, you do … (0 comments)
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The Pitfalls of Putting Your Bothell Home Up for Sale On Your Own - 09/05/11 12:14 PM
If you are considering putting your Bothell home up for sale on your own you should make sure that you know the risks involved. Without having a representative to assist you in the many aspects of selling your home you can end up feeling quite confused.
What you will miss If you make the decision to put your Bothell home up for sale on your own, you will be losing a lot of potential benefits that a real estate agent could provide. You will not have access to a specialist that will look for buyers and also help … (0 comments)
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