sandy nelson: Does Buying a Home Warranty Make Sense? - 11/17/08 05:56 PM
When I bought my laptop computer, I was asked by the sales clerk if I also wanted to purchase a warranty. I considered that I had just spent a lot of money on my new computer. Did I really want to spend more on a warranty when I could be … (3 comments)
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sandy nelson: Photo Journal of Olympia Washington - See the pictures, feel the vibe! - 11/03/08 06:02 PM
Olympia WA is a beautiful and unique city. Discover this city photo by photo and visit the popular viewpoints, as well as the not-so-well-known treasures.
Visit the new photo site www.OlympiaUncovered.com
This picture gallery gives the visitor to Olympia and the surrounding communities of Boston Harbor, Tumwater, Lacey a taste of … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Awesome Client Appreciation Party - 08/27/08 07:37 PM
With fantastic clients, rewarding real estate careers, and a solid support team, my partners and I feel sincere gratitude and the desire to celebrate with, and give back to the people who make it all possible: Our Clients.
The 2008 annual Key Group client appreciation BBQ turned out to be another fun-filled and exciting … (16 comments)
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sandy nelson: Positioning a "Built Green" home for high resale value - 07/29/08 05:11 PM
Building or buying a home that is designed to save on energy costs and has a low impact on the environment isn't just good for your utility bills or your social conscience. When it comes time to sell a "built green" house you can also expect a higher … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: "Built Green" not just for Tree Huggers - 07/28/08 05:38 PM
Green home building has arrived. It has become so popular that "built green" is now one of the search functions for MLS listing searches. People who think that a "built green" home is for hippies or enviro-freaks will be surprised to learn that many new homes built in their communities are "built … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Questions sellers should ask their prospective listing agent - 07/10/08 07:49 PM
My husband is travelling to the east coast to assist his elderly mother in the sale of her home. He'll be interviewing several pre-selected Realtors and has asked me to write out a list with questions he should ask. I was so proud of him for thinking about what he should … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: What a diffence a gallon of gasoline can make - 07/05/08 07:22 PM
I once drove by a California apartment complex right off the freeway that posted a huge banner reading "If you'd live here, you'd be home by now". It was a clever way to make drivers, stuck in traffic, question their commute time. In this day and age it would first and foremost make drivers consider the … (20 comments)
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sandy nelson: Grand Built Green Home For Sale - 06/14/08 07:21 PM
This stately new home is located at Lacey's "Estates at Campus Highlands". With a greenbelt both in front and behind the house, living in this home feels like living in a lush forest. The golf course green is visible through the trees. What makes this home so special are … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Thurston County Relay For Life Fundraiser - 05/22/08 07:27 PM
The "There's No Place Like Home" team of local real estate professionals held their annual rummage sale on 17 May 2008. Thanks to the huge amount of generous donations, we were able to fill a parking lot with everything from office furniture, toys, clothes, dishes, jewelry and other treasures. Thanks … (0 comments)
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sandy nelson: Good "Comps" are harder to find - 05/13/08 05:17 PM
Many lenders have tightened their requirements for appraisers in areas of declining value. Many lenders have issued new guidelines and here are some of the changes that have been instituted:
1. Comparables must now be within 0.5 miles from the subject property in urban locations and must be within a 1.0 … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: Gorgeous Lake Views - 05/13/08 04:58 PM
Tumwater Home for Sale
Enjoy country tranquility just minutes from shopping, I-5, restaurants and walking distance to schools.
This 4BR/2BA home in Tumwater offers hardwood and Marmoleum floors, ceramic tile kitchen back splash, 2 fireplaces, stainless steel refrigerator, washer and dryer, central vacuum and more. All this on … (0 comments)
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sandy nelson: Exciting Development: Lacey's Gateway Town Center - 04/27/08 07:22 PM
Lacey's Hawks Prairie area is growing and developing into a valuable prime residential location.
The planned development of the "Gateway Town Center" promises to bring added value to the neighboring communities of Meridian Campus, Continental Crest, Campus Highlands, Christa Heights, Jubilee etc. The sidewalks and bike paths will connect local residents to accessible shopping, entertainment venues, civic … (5 comments)
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sandy nelson: Where do I get my Support? - 04/25/08 08:45 PM
Sometimes I think I must be the luckiest Realtor, because I'm fortunate to have two unbelievable business partners. Actually I should be the third luckiest Realtor, because my two teammates have me. In 2006, Al Stickland, Rob Chrisler and I have decided to pool our resources and talents to form "The Key Group".
… (10 comments)
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sandy nelson: Olympia Hospitals Rank in Top 5% - 04/15/08 07:54 PM
According to a recently released study by Healthgrades (http://www.healthgrades.com/), Olympia's St. Peter Hospital, as well as Capital Medical center were ranked among the top 5% nationally in patient safety. The study looked at over 5000 hospitals and analyzed over 41 million patient records. Of the nine Washington hospitals that landed in the … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Gorgeous Home in Popular Lakepointe - 04/11/08 06:36 PM
LACEY HOME FOR SALE
This immaculate 3BR/2BA house is the perfect place to call home. The master bedroom is on the opposite side of the home from the other two bedrooms for privacy, and the open floor plan makes for comfortable living. This home comes with a washer, dryer and refrigerator … (0 comments)
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sandy nelson: Thurston County Market Details - 04/10/08 07:09 PM
On the front page of last Sunday's edition of "The Olympian" newspaper was the following article about the recent drop in Thurston County's home sale prices. According to the Northwest Multiple Listing Service, March 2008 home sale prices have dropped 1.7% in Thurston County compared March 2007.
One thing to keep in mind is that this … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Vacation Home Exchange - 03/21/08 06:00 PM
No, this article is not about exchanging homes with other people for vacation purposes, like in the movie "The Holiday". That's for a future blog.
This is about how to claim your vacation home in a 1031 tax exchange.
The IRS allows you to put off paying capital gains tax on the sale of investment … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Seattle Ranked Among Cleanest US Cities - 03/18/08 11:24 PM
Forbes Magazine's annual ranking of the cleanest US cities, named Seattle as the second cleanest US city for 2008, following right behind Miami.
http://www.forbes.com/logistics/2008/03/17/miami-seattle-orlando-biz-logistics-cx_tvr_0317cleanest_slide.html
In addition to using air pollution and ozone data from the American Lung Association for the 49 major metro areas with populations exceeding 1 million, the water quality and per-capita … (15 comments)
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sandy nelson: Thurston County Inventory Absorption Rate - 03/18/08 10:31 PM
GOOD NEWS FOR THE THURSTON COUNTY HOME MARKET!
Inventory of active listings is at a recent record low at 1626 active listings on March 16th, 2008, versus 2052 active listings on November 10th, 2007. At the same time the amount of average sales per month over the past 12 months has gone up … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: Northwest Landing or Dupont? - 03/16/08 05:36 PM
To many people the two terms "Northwest Landing" and "Dupont" are confusing, as they are freely interchanged. Why then are there two names?
Here's a little history on the two communities which have essentially become one:
The quaint city of Dupont started as a company town with over one hundred houses, a butcher shop … (0 comments)
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sandy nelson: Every Home Tells a Story - 03/03/08 04:36 PM
Although we might not always meet the home sellers or occupants when we show a home, we can still learn a lot about the lives they lead. Not so long ago I showed a house that was listed as a "fixer". As we approached we could see graffiti sprayed on the exterior wall. Inside we were greeted by dated, … (12 comments)
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sandy nelson: New German Resource - 03/03/08 04:06 PM
Olympia's first German Club.
The club offers a chance to meet other Germans and to stay fluent in the language, as well as in what's going on in Germany.
The website: http://www.germanclubolympia.com/ offers a resource guide with helpful links to German television programs, radio stations, webcams, recipes, shopping and much more.
Much labor has … (3 comments)
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sandy nelson: This Stinks - 02/21/08 06:14 PM
When I first heard the creator of a new website, called "rottenneighbor.com", speak about his new concept at a news interview, I thought that perhaps his idea had merit. He's just a young guy from California who wants home buyers to be able to have a place to check out the potential neighbors before … (12 comments)
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sandy nelson: Make a Difference - 02/20/08 05:56 PM
You, too can feel this great!
Have you done your good deed for the day yet?
Join me and the other volunteers for the American Cancer Society in our efforts to help fight cancer. Continuous research is making it possible to find new cancer drugs, therapies and discoveries that may save the life of someone … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: It's Easy being Green - 02/13/08 06:14 PM
With "green" I don't mean being envious, or the US Dollar, although going green does have something to do with saving money. As most people know, "living green" means to be environmentally conscious, and what better place to start making green choices than at right at home. According to the U.S. Energy Information … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: New Listing in Chehalis - 01/26/08 07:45 PM
Get away from it all in the privacy of this tasteful home on ample elevated acreage. You'll love the comfortable lay-out of this immaculate 3 Br/2Ba home. Wood floors, new carpets, 9-foot ceilings and new paint are just a few of the amenities of this incredible rambler. Enjoy the picturesque … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Ride the Dash, your free downtown bus. - 01/10/08 06:12 PM
One of the great, but little known amenities the city of Olympia offers, is the free downtown shuttle service called the Dash. The buses are easily recognized by their cool, colorful designs. The Dash service is quick, easy and free. You simply hop aboard and let it take you to your downtown … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: More Troops for Ft. Lewis - 01/04/08 07:40 PM
By 2013 Ft. Lewis will see an increase of about 2000 additional military service members and about 5000 additional civilian personnel. With accompanying family members, those numbers could mean an influx of 15,000-20,000 people moving into the South Sound area. In terms of impact, it's the population of a small town. … (13 comments)
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sandy nelson: An Intimate Relationship - 12/05/07 06:10 PM
I'm a fairly private individual. It took me years to finally get a house cleaner. It was never a money issue, but I had to wrangle hard with the idea of a stranger having access to my home and seeing behind closet doors. There's really only a handful of people with restricted access through … (33 comments)
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sandy nelson: Leavenworth, WA - Almost like Germany - 11/29/07 03:46 PM
All the years I have lived here in Washington, I have never made it to the town of Leavenworth - until now.
Leavenworth is a small mountain resort town 2 hours east of Seattle. The town is modeled after a Bavarian village theme. When people learn that I'm German, they invariably ask … (13 comments)
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sandy nelson: The Agent Bonus Lure - 11/27/07 12:21 AM
In the current buyer's market I more frequently come upon listings that offer a selling bonus for the agent who brings an acceptable offer. Now what does that imply about real estate agents???
It implies that, motivated by extra money, agents will bring buyers to a listing they might otherwise not have shown. Additionally, since the … (63 comments)
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sandy nelson: Washington State Landlord Requirements - 11/21/07 06:02 PM
Did you know that the Washington State Legislature has enacted a law that requires landlords to notify their tenants about mold?
http://www.leg.wa.gov/pub/billinfo/2005-06/Htm/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5049.E.htm
The best way for landlords to fulfill this obligation is to include the Washington State Department of Heath's brochure on mold when handing over the keys. Just to be on … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: Yucky Weather? South Sound Guide to Fun Indoor Destinations for Kids - 11/21/07 05:47 PM
With the weather getting colder and wetter, it's increasingly difficult to get the kids out of the house and active. To prevent cabin fever and for a way to spend quality time with the kids, I've compiled a local guide of fun destinations.
Take a Trip to Westfield Shopping Center
"Kids, we're going to the mall!" … (8 comments)
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sandy nelson: Burdensome Impact Fees - 11/16/07 07:47 PM
Those pesky impact fees many cities charge for developing a new property are adding up to be quite a large chunk of change. The motivation behind charging impact fees is to recover the cost of added strain of the development on the public facilities, such as schools, roads, parks etc.
The city of … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Looking for Great Gift Ideas? - 11/15/07 07:37 PM
If you're still wondering what to give your clients, friends, or loved ones, here is a list of great online resources.
Easy to mail items of value for clients:
Mini calculators, custom day planners and more at http://www.myron.com/
Custom luggage tags, thermometers and other promotional products at http://www.westsky.com
Flower seed packets at http://www.americanmeadows.com/
Branded Christmas CDs … (14 comments)
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sandy nelson: Dropping Dollar could be good for Real Estate - 11/14/07 06:40 PM
A weak US dollar and a drop in US home prices are luring foreign investors to the U.S. real estate market. The U.S. dollar has dropped to its lowest level against the European Euro, currently priced at $1.47.
A recent article in "The Olympian" newspaper reports:
..."European investment is likely to pick up," said … (11 comments)
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sandy nelson: Are you like Forrest Gump? - 11/13/07 02:07 PM
How often are we chasing marketing trends, tempted to try out gimmicks and focused on getting a leg up on our competition? We're busy chasing success instead of having success attached to us as inseparably as a shadow.
That's why Forrest is my hero. He's a simple man who goes through life … (12 comments)
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sandy nelson: Thurston County Food Bank Donations - 11/13/07 01:37 PM
Sharing with those in need has just gotten easier. If you'd like to donate food items to the Thurston County Food Bank and you live on the west-side of Olympia, simply drop your items off at the Riley Jackson Real Estate office building at 1920 Black Lake Blvd. (next to Lumbermens).
… (0 comments)
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sandy nelson: Taking Inventory - 11/10/07 08:00 PM
Our MLS furnishes informative housing market statistics that reveal, among other things, the average sales price of homes, the average amount of time listings stay on the market and the sales price versus list price ratios.
All are very important statistics to know, but another important statistic to keep handy is the amount of … (9 comments)
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sandy nelson: Housing Inventory versus Demand - 11/10/07 07:40 PM
Just like in retail, we take inventory and measure the pace of demand.
The inventory versus demand picture in the Thurston County housing market looks like this:
Number of active residential listings: 2056
Number of residential listings sold within past 12 months: 4040
Average number of sales per month: 336
Number of months worth of … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Ft. Lewis Holiday Bazaar and other Happenings - 11/05/07 08:32 PM
I don't think there's a military installation that doesn't host a holiday bazaar. The Fort Lewis 27th Annual Holiday Bazaar is put on by the Officers' Spouses Club and opens its doors from November 3rd until November 4th at the Soldiers Field House. Besides food and live musical entertainment, there will be plenty of … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Who does the insurance industry think they're kidding? - 11/04/07 05:35 PM
I've reached a point where I just had to vent my annoyance at the insurance industry commercials on initiative 67. Do they think if they mention the words "frivolous lawsuits" and "money in trial lawyers' pockets" enough times, people won't care what the initiative is actually about and just go along … (8 comments)
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sandy nelson: Dupont is a great place to invest - 11/03/07 08:38 PM
When it comes to Location-Location-Location, the city of Dupont is the right place to be. Its convenient location to Ft. Lewis, its location right off Interstate-5 and its location right on Puget Sound, with views of Mt. Rainier and the Olympic Mountains make this a truly desirable place to live. I … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: Staging 3608 Steven Dr. Lacey, Before and After - 11/02/07 09:53 PM
I just got finished Staging a newly listed home, located at 3606 Stevens Dr. NE in Lacey. The home is vacant and needed a few finishing touches to give it some warmth and style. The home is over 2500 sq. ft in size, has 3 bedrooms, a den plus a large bonus room, … (14 comments)
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sandy nelson: Riley Jackson Grand Opening - 11/02/07 02:57 PM
In February 2007, Riley Jackson Real Estate Inc. officially opened for business as a new brokerage in Olympia. It has differentiated itself through its dedication to exceptional service and outstanding business practices. Riley Jackson is home to 25 agents and has recently completed its brand new office building on Olympia's … (5 comments)
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sandy nelson: Five Important Tips for Buyers of New Construction Homes - 11/01/07 08:41 PM
New construction activity has exploded here in the South Puget Sound area. This development has created a large inventory of new homes to choose from. With lender bonuses and other incentives, it's very tempting to walk into a model home and to walk out with a signed purchase and sale agreement.
Here are steps … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Northwest Landing / Dupont - A Unique Community - 10/31/07 04:59 PM
The city of DuPont, Washington is located on the I-5 corridor, halfway between the cities of Tacoma and Olympia, and adjacent from the Fort Lewis military installation. The original village of Dupont, next to the Northwest Landing development, was originally housing for Dupont munitions factory workers. The Weyerhauser Company purchased the 3200 acre site after … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: 3608 Stevens Dr., Lacey - 10/30/07 05:07 PM
People with distinguished taste will appreciate this superb home at Meridian Campus in Lacey.
This fabulous former model home backs to a community pond and greenbelt, offering secluded privacy and unbelievable views. The interior of the home is bright and spacious, offering 3 bedrooms, an office/den and a large bonus room. With over … (0 comments)
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sandy nelson: How will you vote? - 10/29/07 11:15 PM
On November 6th, the people of Washington will have the opportunity to vote on EHJR 4204, the constitutional amendment which will change the requirements for school levy passage from a super majority to a simple majority. I've seen the ad campaign on TV that argues that only a simple majority is required … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Free Trees - 10/28/07 04:12 PM
The City of Olympia has a wonderful urban forestry program called NeighborWoods. The goal is to have more tree lines streets, which add more appeal, provide shade and habitat. In exchange for planting and caring for the trees (watering, pruning, mulching), the city provides the trees for free. The only prerequisites are … (3 comments)
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sandy nelson: Spooky Olympia Homes - 10/27/07 03:13 PM
This is the time of year when gargantuan spiders may take over your home and feed on your visitors...
When ghosts and witches descend on your neighborhood,...
and gory monsters inhabit the front yards,...
turning them into grave yards.
In my Olympia neighborhood, many residents like to go all out with their Halloween … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: Military Family Support - 10/25/07 10:16 PM
The 2007 Lacey Military Family Support March, sponsored by the Hawks Prairie Rotary Club had a record turn-out with over 2000 people attending. The event is in its 5th year and has raised a total of over $200,000. The money is used to support and sponsor children' Christmas presents, college scholarships, food banks, children's eyeglasses and … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Finding the Right Housing Option for Seniors - 10/18/07 07:26 PM
With advancing age comes a time when one's housing accommodation may no longer be suitable. Health problems, inconvenience, or safety concerns may not allow seniors to remain in the same home they've raised their families in. Many seniors, or their family members are researching alternate residential arrangements.
With the advent of the baby boomers retiring, … (8 comments)
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sandy nelson: World-Class Military Appreciation Event - 10/17/07 07:25 PM
The Thurston County Chamber of Commerce's annual FOOFARAW drew record attendees and sponsors this year. The FOOFARAW is a military appreciation event unparallelled anywhere.
In case you're wondering, "foofaraw" is an actual word in the English language and means "much ado about nothing". In relation to the Chamber's appreciation of the military, … (2 comments)
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sandy nelson: Going Solar - 10/05/07 12:04 AM
...is fortunately becoming more and more popular in the US. On Saturday the 6th of October the National Solar Tour, now in its 12th year, will showcase the use of solar power.
One of the many tour locations is Olympia, where residences, as well as commercial buildings that use clean sources of … (25 comments)
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sandy nelson: Do you speak Military - 10/03/07 07:13 PM
Every industry has its acronyms, but it seems the military more so than any other.
Not everybody would be able to clearly decode the following message:
"I'm a NCO at USAREUR and due to ETS next spring. My DEROS is in March. When I get back to CONUS I plan to return to my HOR, which is Olympia, … (30 comments)
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sandy nelson: Flipping Properties in Washington - 09/20/07 08:13 PM
Unbeknownst to many in our industry or the general public, the Washington Department of Labor and Industries slipped a bill about contractor registration into this year's legislative session that was approved and signed into law effective July 22nd, 2007.
Oddly enough, in an August 2007 information brief, the Department of Labor and Industries announces the … (16 comments)
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sandy nelson: Record Foreclosure Rates - The true picture - 09/15/07 11:28 PM
According to national media reporting, the average national foreclosure start rate is at record levels. This is blamed mostly on irresponsible sub-prime mortgage lending practices. A detailed picture shows that in most of the states the foreclosure start rates have actually declined.According to the Mortgage Bankers Association the extreme conditions in four … (10 comments)
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sandy nelson: Charming and Neat as a Pin - 08/11/07 09:06 PM
Click on the image for an online property flyer.
This charming home is located between Olympia and Tumwater. Pioneer Park and the Briggs YMCA are just a short walk up the road. The exterior of the home is deceptively plain. You'll be pleasantly surprised to find Pergo flooring, upgraded carpet, ceramic … (0 comments)
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sandy nelson: Curious about Ft. Lewis? - 08/10/07 11:52 PM
If you'd like to get a glimpse of what Ft. Lewis is like, take the virtual tour of Washington's largest Army installation. Ft. Lewis has repeatedly been voted "most desirable Army post". It's no wonder when you realize the many amenities available at Ft. Lewis; from the first rate Madigan Army Medical … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: The best place to live - 08/08/07 10:22 PM
... and you'll see why Olympia is considered the best place to live in Washington.
Olympia is located on the southern tip of Puget Sound and offers great views of the Olympic Mountains, as well as Mt. Rainier. It is located right along the I-5 corridor and lies between Seattle and Portland. Housing … (9 comments)
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sandy nelson: Cell phone towers - detrimental to real estate values? - 08/05/07 02:13 PM
According to BBC News, a major UK study recently found that
..."In the trial, many of those who blame masts for their symptoms reported greater distress when they thought the signal was on, suggesting the problem has a psychological basis."
..."However, the Environmental Health Perspectives study stressed people were nonetheless suffering … (5 comments)
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sandy nelson: Calendar of Events - 08/03/07 12:39 AM
Do you have kids at home from school, or company staying with you, and you're wondering what to do and where to take them? Here is a list of events, attractions and things to do in the Olympia area during the summer.
Pioneer Farm Museum and Ohop Indian Village: http://www.pioneerfarmmuseum.org/FramesSite/PFOIVFrames.html Experience life in … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: Should Realtors attend Closings? - 07/30/07 11:13 PM
I have heard some of my fellow Realtors say they don't attend their clients'closings because they fear their buyers might not want them to know any financial details. I've heard brokers caution agents to stay away from closings to reduce liability.
I don't get it. Walking buyers through a real estate … (52 comments)
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sandy nelson: German speaking Realtor - Olympia, Ft. Lewis, McChord - 07/30/07 10:31 PM
When I first moved to Olympia, WA, I was happy to learn just how many German people live in this area. With the two large military installations, Ft. Lewis and Mc Chord AFB nearby, many of the military wives come from Germany (I'm one of them). I started a German conversation group in 2002 that meets once … (8 comments)
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sandy nelson: Relocating to Ft. Lewis? - 07/29/07 04:30 PM
Over the coming year Ft. Lewis will receive an entire new Brigade. This Brigade is being assembled as a phased stand-up, with individual troops coming from units all over the US and outside CONUS. Although additional housing as been added on post, there will still be a significant need for off-post housing.
I'm a … (3 comments)
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sandy nelson: Better photos with little effort - 07/28/07 03:04 AM
Unless you contract out for photo services, taking pictures is part of a Realtor's or Stager's job functions. Good pictures are a significant element in marketing a home. Who hasn't heard "A picture is worth a thousand words"?
Some pictures speak volumes; like a listing photo of a house covered in snow and still on the MLS in … (44 comments)
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sandy nelson: Thurston County Market News - 07/26/07 08:17 PM
Home sellers sigh about having to lower their sales prices. Current local home inventory is 35% up from last year and the number of buyers has dramatically diminished due to the shake-up of the sub-prime lending market. The average number of days a home is on the market is currently at … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Dishonesty or Coincidence? - 07/25/07 05:55 PM
How strange that a property that has been on the market for over 50 days without a single price reduction just happens to get another offer coming in the day I'm ready to submit an offer for less than asking price. What are the odds of that happening more than once? … (10 comments)
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sandy nelson: Dorm Room Staging - 07/24/07 05:47 PM
I visited my daughter, who is currently stationed with the Air Force in Italy, in May. I had to check out how she lived, where she worked, who her supervisors and colleagues are etc... I was pleasantly surprised at the nice Air Force facilities, compared to what I've seen with the … (12 comments)
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sandy nelson: Good Economic News - 07/23/07 12:06 PM
It's not just the rain that makes things flourish here. Forbes Magazine recently ranked Washington as having one of the best business climates in the country. The state has gone from a budget deficit just a few years ago to a $1.2 billion in reserves. According to a news article in … (4 comments)
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sandy nelson: Historic Neighborhoods - 07/21/07 03:43 PM
I live in Olympia's South Capitol Neighborhood, which is a nationally recognized historic district. As such, any remodeling plans have to be approved not just by the city, but also by the Olympia Heritage Commission. Many home buyers will not be aware of this requirement until they submit their permit requests … (7 comments)
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sandy nelson: Lack of low income housing - 07/18/07 11:20 AM
With real estate prices at a premium, developers, builders and home owners naturally seek to maximize on their investments. Providing low-income housing is not usually a motivating cause for the private sector. The lack of low-income housing, or transitional housing, however, impacts the entire community. Here in Thurston County, the number of … (3 comments)
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