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national association of realtors: Shopping for a Home in Snohomish County - 07/23/08 10:44 AM
If you are thinking of buying a home in Snohomish County Washington, you couldn't have picked a better time.
The Snohomish County Camano Association of Realtors is sponsoring a "County-Wide" Open House weekend, July 26 and 27. Ove 30 brokers will be holding their listings open. We expect over 400 homes to be open for viewing this weekend.
You ask why, the local Realtors want to do something positive for what has been a dismal selling season. Growing inventory is providing a lot of choices. Competition among sellers has created a buyer's market and better home deals.
More loans from the … (0 comments)
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national association of realtors: Washington D. C. Hill Visit - 05/21/08 07:08 PM
I recently attended the National Association of Realtors Mid Year conference in Washington, D. C. We had an opportunity to meet with our local legislators and senators and lobby for real estate issue affecting our communities. It was a long week of meetings, classes, caucases and preparation for our Hill visit.
On our last evening there representatives from Washington State had the opportunity to attend the annual POTLATCH Dinner put on by The Washington State Society.
The Washington State Society is a non-profit, non-partisan, member organization comprised of individuals who are living and working in the Washington, DC metropolitan area but … (8 comments)
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national association of realtors: The Code of Ethics: A Commitment to the Public - 05/21/08 06:38 PM
The Code of Ethics of the National Association of Realtors is the promiss to the public that when dealing with a real estate agent that is a REALTOR, they can expect honext and ethical treatment in all transaction-related matters. Only REALTORS pledge to abide by the Association's Code of Ethics and only REALTORS are held accountable for their ethical behavior.
Some of the basic principles of the Code of Ethics include:
~ Protect and promot your client's interests, but be honest with all parties
~ Avoid exaggeration, misrepresentation and concealment of pertinent facts. Do not reveal facts that are … (0 comments)
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national association of realtors: Remodel vs. Remodel - 03/01/08 06:45 AM
Brazillian Cherry Woods - Pergo; Viking 8 burner range - Jennaire range; Travertine tiles - domestic tile, slab granite counter tops - granite squares or corian counter tops. What does this all mean?
The National Association of Realtors released statistics regarding remodels and your rate of return. In 2006 the rate of return on an average remodel was 77.4% - in 2007 the return was 68.4%. That's a $16,000 loss on a $50,000 kitchen remodel.
Watch the video here that talks about "modest remodels" in Snohomish County. It's Ok to remodel, just keep it modest to try to realize a higher rate of … (6 comments)
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national association of realtors: Nobody Knows Washington Real Estate like a Washington REALTOR® - 10/19/07 04:03 PM
Know The Facts - The foreclosure rates today are the same as they were 10 years ago. Fewer than one percent of mortgages end in default in Washington state. As of mid-June, sub-prime, adjustable-rate loans represented 20 percent of loans nationally but just 6 percent of home loans in Washington.
You Ask Why - Home appreciation in Washington continues to be strong. Home prices have increased an average of 8% since the same time last year. Interest rates continue to be low. Our home market isn't keeping pace with the growth of the state's population, expected to increase 1.8 percent per … (5 comments)
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national association of realtors: Snohomish County Market Conditions - 09/23/07 05:20 PM
Mortgage Problems to Dampen Homes Sales in the Short Term
According to the latest forecast by the National Association of Realtors®, tightening credit standards for those applying for home mortgages will likely dampen home sales in the short term and postpone an expected recovery for existing-home sales until 2008.
Lawrence Yun, senior NAR economist, said unusual disruptions in the mortgage market are dampening the outlook for home sales, notably for August and September. "There's been an unusual hit to home sales, starting in March when subprime problems emerged and more recently when problems spread to jumbo loans, with many potential home buyers on … (0 comments)
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national association of realtors: Snohomish County Real Estate Stats - 03/13/07 10:35 AM
Frigid Air Affects Home Sales "A rapid shift in February to frigid air in much of the country had a cooling effect on home shopping that went beyond normal seasonal factors. Weather factors have continued since, reported David Lereah, the National Association of Realtors chief economist." You will see this is true for both the King County and Snohomish County housing markets. but, even though sales slowed, prices rose in both counties.
Active listings in King County increased in February 2007 by 1,708 homes or 28 percent compared to the same time period in 2006. In comparison, sales in February decreased by 2 percent or 78 homes. The average market time in February increased … (1 comments)
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national association of realtors: Snohomish County Market Conditions - 01/14/07 05:22 PM
David Lereah, National Association of Realtors chief economist, said a fairly steady pace of home sales can be expected for the next two months. "It's important to focus on where the housing market is now - it appears to be stabilizing, and comparisons with an unsustainable boom mask the fact that home sales remain historically high - they'll stay that way through 2007." he said. "In addition, a temporary correction in prices distracts from the fact that it is primarily the number of homes sales that affects the economy, and the number for this year will be the third highest on … (0 comments)
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national association of realtors: Attention Buyers: What is an ABR? - 10/10/06 09:05 PM
What is ABR®?
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYERS AGENT Council (REBAC) of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® who met the specified educational and practical experience criteria. The criteria are:
Completed the comprehensive two-day REBAC course in buyer representation
Successfully passed a written examination
Demonstrated a practical experience of having completed five closed real estate transactions in the field of buyer representation. (We have done hundreds.)
Received recommendations from two of the real estate practitioner's buyer clients. (See our testimonials page.)
Be a … (4 comments)
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national association of realtors: Is Your Agent a Realtor® - 09/05/06 08:05 PM
Mr. and Mrs. Buyer or Seller, this is the biggest question you should be asing yourself. Realtors® pledge to conduct their business in accordance with the tenents set forth below:
Basic Principals of the Code of Ethics - Shortened version
1. Protect and promote your client's interests, but be honest with all parties.
2. Avoid exaggeration, misrepresentation and concealment of pretinent facts. Do not reveal facts that are confidential under the scope of your agency relationship.
3. Cooperate with other real estate professionals to advance your client's best interests.
4. When buying or selling, make your position in the transaction or interest known.
5. Disclose present or … (0 comments)
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national association of realtors: Why Choose Me for Your Snohomish County Realtor® and Referrals - 08/14/06 04:24 PM
BUSINESS CREDENTIALS Licensed in 1984, Karen understands the importance of education and designations to stay in the "Top 1% of All Realtors Nationally".
She has achieved the CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) designation. The residential real estate industry's most advanced "degree". It's your assurance that you're working with one of the top professionals in the business. It's the sign of Experience, Knowledge and Success. CRS MAKES A DIFFERENCE. Karen is also an ABR, (Accredited Buyer Representative). An ABR is a trained specialist in the matters of real estate buyer representation, including agency, law, negotiation and transaction structuring. By earning … (0 comments)
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