Espresso Vivace's New Digs at Brix - 03/31/07 12:58 AM
Espresso Vivace announced they will be moving their flagship store to the new Brix condominium project on Broadway. Vivace will be the anchor tenant with a 2,200 sq ft store.
"The new flagship Espresso Vivace Roasteria at Brix, which will take the place of the Denny Way Roasteria, is expected to take … (1 comments)
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Conversions Get a Second Chance - 03/28/07 03:04 PM
What seemed dead a few weeks ago is being given a second chance. The Senate has attached the condo conversion bill to another affordable housing measure. If passed, it will go into House-Senate reconciliation as the House’s version of the affordable housing measure does not include the conversion bill.
Continue reading the … (1 comments)
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King County Sales Tax to increase April 1st - 03/25/07 02:26 AM
The King County Sales Tax, within the Regional Transit Authority, will raise from 8.8% to 8.9% on April 1, 2007. For restaurants, bars and coffee shops, the rate will increase to 9.4%. The extra .5% is to pay off Safeco Field debt.
The .1% increase is a result of the voter approved … (2 comments)
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Seattle & Condotels - the Imploding Explosion? - 03/24/07 06:52 PM
As I was writing my newest condo review post on my condo blog, it struck me that I had more to say about the condo / hotel projects planned or under construction in Seattle. So much so, my mind started to rant and I thought it best to let it out … (2 comments)
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Tribeca - Urban Living @ Lower Queen Anne - 03/24/07 02:36 AM
It’s what you’ve been looking for…stylish, trend setting loft style condo located in the sought-after hub of lower Queen Anne.
This beautifully appointed home features floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase the vibrant feel of the neighborhood. And, its urban location features many local retail stores, restaurants and nightspots just beneath your feet.
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CityView Condos - 03/24/07 02:21 AM
CityView at Leschi Ridge is a new conversion project at corner of S. Jackson Street & 29th Avenue S (map). Unlike many other conversions the CityView building is fairly new having only been constructed in 2003. Even so, the developer made considerable upgrades to the 28 studio, one- and two-bedroom, and … (0 comments)
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A little post about Vanessa Williams by a Realtor - 03/23/07 10:31 PM
Vanessa Williams, Realtor Extraordinaire: From disgraced Miss America to Queen of Mean...to Realtor?By a Vanessa Williams fan and RealtorI've never been interested in Vanessa Williams until this year. As a Realtor, I have very little time for entertainment, but Vanessa Williams makes Ugly Betty...at least this that's the opinion of this … (7 comments)
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Recycle for Shelter Pets - 03/23/07 01:27 PM
Though the Seattle Animal Shelter is a city-run facility, the funds for necessary veterinarian care for homeless and uncared for pets brought to the shelter are provided through Help The Animal Fund. Supported by donations, Help The Animal Fund holds fundraising events throughout the year from bake sales to the Furry … (2 comments)
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Get Re-syndicated - 03/21/07 01:53 AM
Yesterday, we received fantastic news when one of AR's own, Craig Schiller, had his blog posts published on NBC websites. No doubt due to Craig's knowledge of staging and great writing style.
But, how did NBC find him? Through a syndication service called BlogBurst which feeds many top-tier media outlets … (28 comments)
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Smith Tower - 03/20/07 12:53 AM
Smith Tower, Seattle. Have you heard of it?
The Beginning
Smith Tower is arguably is one of Seattle's most well-known and iconic landmarks, second only to the Space Needle, at least to Seattleites. When it was completed in 1914, the 522-foot office tower was the 4th tallest structure in the world. Only … (4 comments)
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Look out Oklahoma and Texas - Top Pot is coming - 03/15/07 02:49 AM
I guess I'm on a Starbucks caffeine high right now. Seems like Starbucks' Chairman, Howard Schultz, has a soft spot in his heart for all things Oklahoma. First, he sells the Seattle Sonics to an Oklahoma Citian (what do you call someone from Oklahoma City?). Now, he's exporting another homegrown Seattle … (1 comments)
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Starbucks: Free Coffee Thursday (3/15) - 03/15/07 01:46 AM
Need a cup of joe? Seattle-based Starbucks is hosting a "coffee break" throughout the US and Canada from 10 AM to Noon on Thursday, March 15th. From the Starbucks website:
"This week, Starbucks (Nasdaq: SBUX) will raise its coffee cup in honor of the daily grind by offering customers a break … (3 comments)
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Get Breaking Tri-County News - 03/13/07 10:49 PM
King, Pierce and Snohomish Counties have created the Regional Public Information Network (RPIN.org) to provide breaking news and alerts. From their website, RPIN:
"...is your one-stop resource for news alerts from more than 75 government, transportation, utility, health and emergency response agencies serving citizens in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.
RPIN … (0 comments)
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Condo Conversion Makeover - 03/12/07 05:08 PM
Recently, Seattle and much of the its Puget Sound neighbors have seen a proliferation of condo conversions. This has been a boon to first-time home buyers as conversions have been among the most, if not only, affordable in-city housing available.
The media, of course, focus on the negative aspects of conversions … (4 comments)
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King County: Living the Dream - 03/12/07 03:52 PM
King County, home to the City of Seattle, is Washington State's most populated and politically moderate counties. The name "King" was originally attributed to William Rufus King, a southern US Vice-president and slave owner.
In 1986, the King County Council, passed a motion changing the namesake of King County in favor of … (5 comments)
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SCL News: NBC Affiliate Resyndicates Content - 03/08/07 04:04 PM
(Note: this is a press release / self-promotion)
Seattle Condos and Lofts (SCL) is pleased to announce that King5.com, the NBC affiliate in Seattle and part of Belo, has selected the SCL blog to provide content for King5.com's new condo section. King5.com receives over 6-million visitors per month giving Seattle Condos and … (3 comments)
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February Condo Market Update - 03/05/07 05:38 PM
February rebounded from a slow January start with condos in Seattle’s core neighborhoods realizing healthy increases, based on median sold prices. Though, average sold prices did take a tumble. For the most part inventory remained stable while the number of closed sales increased in February compared to January.
Source: NWMLS - … (0 comments)
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