425realtycom: Seattle / Eastside Summer Fun - 06/20/08 05:01 PM
Seattle / Eastside Summer Fun
By Greg Perrywww.425Realty.com
June
7-8 Tastin' n Racin' - Issaquah, Lk. Samm. Park
www.tastinracin.com
15 Father's Day Car Show - Bothell
www.countryvillagebothell.com /425.483.2250
21-22 Fremont Fair - Seattle
www.fremontfair.com
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425realtycom: When you need an Arborist -- Service Provider Spotlight -- Symbiosis Tree Care - 06/20/08 04:58 PM
A 425Realty.com Service Provider Spotlight -- Symbiosis Tree Care
by Greg Perrywww.425Realty.com
Trees They are all around us. What do we really know about them?
Is this one healthy? Is this the right tree for this location?
Today we're going to highlight Certified Arborist Kurt Fickeisen. His company is Symbiosis Tree … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: 4th of July Events - Eastside - Seattle - Puget Sound 2008 - 06/20/08 04:55 PM
4th of July Events - Eastside - Seattle - Puget Sound
by Greg Perrywww.425Realty.com
July is one of the best times of the year around Seattle and it's Eastside communities. Here is a list of events happening near you. From fireworks over Elliot bay in Seattle, to Demolition Derby's in Monroe, … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Friday's Did You Know? -- Kirkland has first woman city councilperson! - 06/08/07 12:25 PM
Friday's Did you Know? -- Kirkland has first woman city councilperson!
This Friday's did you know takes us back to the beautiful city of Kirkland, and a piece of its history. Did you know...that in 1911 a woman by the name of Carrie Shumway (1858-1956) was elected to the Kirkland, Washington, … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Issaquah will finally get a hospital - 06/02/07 02:11 PM
Issaquah will finally get a hospital.
Brian PerryEastside Realtor
So here it comes, the city of Issaquah will finally get a hospital.
It has been a drawn out battle between the Washington State Department of Health, Swedish and the people of the plateau. Here is the history of the situation... in June of 2004 … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland Real Estate Market Goes RED HOT (Over $1,000,000 houses) - 05/29/07 09:33 AM
KIrkland Real Estate Market Goes RED HOT! (Over $1,000,000 homes)
Kirkland Real Estate Market Goes RED HOT ! ($1,000,000 and over)By Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor
For months, I have been tracking the Eastside real estate markets, especially Kirkland. I've been fascinated by the rebirth of the East of Market (Norkirk), West … (2 comments)
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425realtycom: Mercer Island Real Estate Prices - 05/24/07 11:44 PM
Mercer Island Real Estate Prices By Greg Perry, Eastside Realtor
Entry prices on Mercer Island gets started at about $800,000. There are 0 properties under $700,000 with only 18 under $1,000,000, out of 118 properties.
NWMLS Area 510 Here is a breakdown of active inventory numbers for the week end 05/12Under $800,000 3$1,000,000 to … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: 4083 223rd Pl SE, Issaquah, WA - 05/21/07 04:35 PM
SOLD!!
Issaquah Condo at Providence Point, a 55+ secure community.By Greg Perry, Eastside Realtor -- Listing number 27086651http://www.425realty.com/
2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1150 sq feet
$250,000
You will love your lifestyle as you enjoy living in this bright, sunny ground floor condo unit in one of the region's best secure 55+ communities! This beautiful unit … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland Real Estate Statistics 7 Week Averages - 05/18/07 12:44 AM
Kirkland Real Estate Statistics 7 Week AveragesBy Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor
NWMLS Area 560 (Kirkland/Bridle Trails) Residential Only
Each week, we track the ACTIVE inventory in every price range, and what has SOLD (PENDINGS) in every price range. We then take each week's statistics and average them over a 7 week period. … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Lunch with Active Rain's Matt Heaton and Jonathan Washburn - 05/16/07 08:17 AM
Lunch with Active Rain's Matt Heaton and Jonathan WashburnBy Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor
I have always loved good ideas. The trouble with good ideas is that often, they just remain -- good ideas. However, when a good idea is executed with passion and belief, magic happens. Matt Heaton and Jonathan Washburn are … (4 comments)
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425realtycom: Eastside Real Estate April 2007 Condo Statistics - 05/11/07 11:16 PM
Eastside Real Estate April 2007 Condo StatisticsBy Greg Perry, Eastside Realtor
As with the residential side, Eastside condo inventory increased from last year. In April 2006, the Eastside had 444 units. April 2007 is showing 621 units for an inventory increase of 39.9%. Pending sales are off as 2006 had 400 … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Friday's Did You Know? Lake Washington - 05/11/07 09:28 AM
By Brian PerryEastside Realtorwww.425realty.com
Did you know that Lake Washington is considered to be one of the cleanest lakes surrounded by urban development in the world? Here are a few reasons why:
The cleanliness of the Cedar River, which provides half of its inflow; A rapid flushing rate, with average water residence only … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland meets Bermuda! - 05/10/07 07:55 PM
Kirkland meets Bermuda!By Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor
Last year at this time, we were vacationing in Bermuda. Now Bermuda is different place to visit for sure. It's a small series of islands with close, windy roads. Because it is a former British colony, everyone drives on the wrong side of the … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Marketing real estate listings. Where are Buyer eyeballs? - 05/10/07 12:27 AM
Marketing real estate listings. Where are Buyer eyeballs?By Greg PerryEastside Realtor
For the last several months, we have been contemplating, studying and synergising with other Realtors on the subject of marketing listings. I think the most basic question is, "Where do Buyer eyeballs go when they are searching for homes?"
In … (5 comments)
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425realtycom: Eastside real estate statistics. April 2007 - 05/08/07 10:42 PM
Eastside Real Estate Statistics For April 2007By Greg Perry, Eastside Realtor
Although inventory remains near historic lows, the Eastside NWMLS areas saw a 35% increase in inventory (2,661 units to 3,065)between March 2007and April 2007. At the same time, PENDING sales were off 10% (1,231 to 1111). Despite building inventory, … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: A fine day to be a Realtor - 05/08/07 12:54 AM
A fine day to be a RealtorBy Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor Yes, the Eastside, King County region is often gray and rainy. We had our share of wind storms, snow storms and long rainy periods during this past winter.Today made up for it all. There is nothing more beautiful than a … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Housing market in Western Washington Remains Relatively Healty - 05/07/07 06:16 PM
From NWMLS Housing Market in Western Washington Remains Relatively HealthyKIRKLAND, Wash. (May 7, 2007) - Unlike many regions of the country, the Puget Sound area continues to enjoy a healthy housing market, according to the latest figures from Northwest Multiple Listing Service. Condominiums are showing steady - and in some areas very … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: "The SECRET" .....to efficiently working with Buyers, Part 8 Understanding Consumer Issues - 05/07/07 10:08 AM
"The SECRET" ......to efficiently working with Buyers. Part 8 Understanding Consumer IssuesBy Greg Perry, Eastside realtor
Part 7 - The buying process Part 6 - My expectations of my clientsPart 5. What are the Buyers expectation of their agent?Part 4. What to look for in an agent.Part 3, Disover Buyer desires and needs.Part … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: It's Buyer Beware! - 05/01/07 11:27 PM
It's Buyer Beware!By Greg Perry, Eastside realtor
We've had considerable discussion in office meetings about the Washington State Supreme Court decision that says Buyers will no longer have a claim for negligent misrepresentation in post-closing property condition disputes. The Court applied the "Economic loss rule" in the context of a real … (2 comments)
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425realtycom: "The SECRET" .....to working efficiently with Buyers Part 7 "THE HOME BUYING PROCESS" - 04/30/07 10:09 AM
"The SECRET" ........to working efficiently with Buyers. Part 7 "THE HOME BUYING PROCESS"By Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor
Part 7 of a Series
Part 6 - My expectations of my clientsPart 5. What are the Buyers expectation of their agent?Part 4. What to look for in an agent.Part 3, Disover Buyer desires and needs.Part … (4 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland Mother's Day Events - 04/29/07 10:29 AM
Kirkalnd Mother's day eventsGreg Perry, Kirkland Realtorwww.425realty.com The Voice of Seattle's Eastside There is plenty to do in Kirkland on Mother's Day. Here are some events you may want to put on your calendar!Celebrate Mother's Day in Kirkland! (Sunday May 13):Kirkland's Artists Studio Tour May 12 and 13thBon Appetit Hosts Mother's Day … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: 571 241st LN SE, Sammamish, Washington, 98074 - 04/28/07 10:18 AM
SOLD!!
Sammamish Listing - Cameray Condo - 571 241st Ln SE, SammamishGreg Perry Eastside Realtor
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1081 Square feet, 1 Car Garage,Gas Fireplace,All appliances stay!
$314,000
This drop dead gorgeous condo located in popular Cameray is ready for you to move in to! Recently painted with decorator colors, the entertainment spaces include a … (2 comments)
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425realtycom: Friday's Did You Know? Washington's first auto ferry - 04/27/07 10:09 AM
Two days after Christmas in 1913, Washingtons first auto ferry named "Leschi" made her maiden voyage across Lake Washington. The Leschi was a steam powered sidewheeler and ferried cars from Eastside communities to Madison Park from 1913 to 1950.
Lake Washington ferries were the only way to go across Lake Washington, … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: "The SECRET" ......to working efficeintly with Buyers. Part 6 My expectations of my clients. - 04/26/07 04:43 PM
"The SECRET" .....to working efficiently with Buyers. Part 6 My expactations of my clients.By Greg Perry, Kirkland RealtorEastside real estatePart 5. What are the Buyers expectation of their agent?Part 4. What to look for in an agent.Part 3, Disover Buyer desires and needs.Part 2, Helping Buyers understand the marketOverview: "The … (2 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland's Norkirk and Market Neighborhood Plans Update Project: - 04/24/07 11:40 PM
Kirkland's Norkirk and Market Neighborhood Plans Update Project:
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 26, 2007 to receive public comments on the draft Zoning Code, Zoning Map, Municipal Code and Subdivision amendments implementing recently adopted Market and Norkirk Neighborhood Plans and Market Street Corridor Plan goals … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: "The SECRET" ....to working efficiently with Buyers Part 5, What are the Buyer's expectatons of an agent? - 04/22/07 11:31 PM
"The SECRET" ......to working efficiently with Buyers Part 5, What are the Buyer's expectations of an agent? By Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor, Kirkland WaPart 4. What to look for in an agent.Part 3, Disover Buyer desires and needs.Part 2, Helping Buyers understand the marketOverview: "The SECRET" ....to working efficiently with Buyers. . … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Woodinville wineries. - 04/21/07 10:33 AM
Did you know the city of Woodinville is world renowned for its wine and has over 30 wineries to visit in the area? Woodinville wineries share more than locality; they share a commitment to creating fine, world-class wines from the best of Washington vineyards -- vineyards located somewhere else.Here's a link … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: "The SECRET" ......to working efficiently with Buyers Part 3 Discover Buyer desires and needs - 04/17/07 02:44 PM
The "SECRET" ........to efficiently work with Buyers. Part 3 --Discover Buyer's desires and needs by Greg Perry, Kirkland RealtorPart 3 of my Series "The Secret" ......to working efficiently with Buyers" , a section of my initial Buyer consultation.Part 2: Helping Buyer's understand the market. I'm going to share with you my two … (2 comments)
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425realtycom: "The SECRET" to efficiently working with Buyers. Part 2 Helping Buyers understand the market - 04/16/07 08:54 AM
"The Secret" .....Part 2 helping Buyers understand the marketBy Greg Perry, Kirkland RealtorKirkland real estate
Part 2 of my Series "The Secret" ......to working efficiently with Buyers" , a section of my initial Buyer consultation.
While working with Buyers, I feel it's critical for them to understand basic market conditions. If they … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: 207 7th Avenue, Kirkland, WA 98034 - 04/13/07 12:26 AM
SOLD!!
Kirkland Listing -- East of Market -- 207 7th Ave.By Greg Perry, Kirkland RealtorNew Construction Craftsman Style View Home $1,195,000207 7th Ave, Kirkland, WA MLS
New Price ....Now $1,195,000
Beautiful New construction Craftsman Style view home in the east of market area of Kirkland. Amenities include: Chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite counters and … (1 comments)
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425realtycom: Bellevue: Sound Transit and WSDOT break ground for new HOV lane. - 04/12/07 09:29 AM
Bellevue: Sound Transit and WSDOT break ground for ne HOV lane on I-90 between Bellevue and Mercer IslandBy Greg Perry, Bellevue RealtorBellevue, WA
From WSDOT: On Monday, April 9, we joined Sound Transit to kick off construction of a new HOV lane and ramp on westbound I-90 between Bellevue Way and 80th … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: New HOV lane opens at KIrkland's Totem Lake - 04/12/07 09:24 AM
By Greg Perry, Kirkland RealtorKirkland WA
Kirkland/Totem Lake: HOV changes in April 22 - new ramps open, lane realigned
From WSDOT: On Sunday, April 22, we plan to open the new HOV ramps on the south side of the NE 128th Street in Totem Lake. At the same time, we'll return the … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland Real Estate Statistics - Condo - Weely Sales - 04/11/07 09:46 PM
Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor
Kirkland/Bridletrails NWMLS area 560 had 121 ACTIVE condos with 16 PENDING sales for the week end April 4, 2007. This gave the area a 7.6 weeks supply of inventory.
Condo's under $600,000 are red hot, while over that price point, market times increase dramatically. The seven week period started with … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkalnd Real Estate Statistics Weekly Sales - 04/11/07 09:33 PM
By Greg Perry, Kirkalnd Realtor
For the week ending April 7, 2007, NWMLS are 560 Kirkland/Bridle Trails had 263 ACTIVE residential (no condos)listings and 19 PENDING listings. This gives area 560 13.8 weeks of standing inventory (it will take 13.8 weeks to sell all inventory at the current rate of sale).
Inventory under … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: A 425Realty.com milestone! First 100 Posts! - 04/11/07 06:41 PM
By Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor, Kirkland WA
On January 25, we made our first post on 425realty.com. Our vision was to be "The Voice of Seattle's Eastside". Yesterday, we made our 100th post!
It's been a fun experience. I knew we needed (and always had) a web page, but really wondered what … (2 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland Real Estate Residential Statistics March 2007 - 04/10/07 07:31 PM
The Kirkalnd real estate statistics for March 2007 are in. These are for residential sales only (no condos).
The Median price rose to $714,950, up from $649,990 in March 2006 for an increase of +10%.
Inventory units rose to 290 units from 246 units last year +17.9%.
Pending units fell to 82, from 89 … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: 425 Magazine -- 425Realty.com -- It's about the Eastside lifestyle - 04/09/07 08:17 PM
425 Magazine, which was launched in November 2006, is the first Eastside publication to journal the Eastside lifestyle. I received a copy of the inaugural publication, and it's actually well done. Typically, it features an Eastside home and an example of Eastside landscaping. And, what would a lifestyle magazine be … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Eastside Real Estate is heating up! - 04/09/07 09:37 AM
By Greg Perry, Kirland Realtor
Eastside real estate is buzzing. March stats are just coming in. I'm not posting any of those stats here, just some of the activity that I've experienced in the last week. Later in the week, I'll be posting the March eastside real estate stats.
First of all, our … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Buyer quick tips - 04/05/07 02:03 PM
Buyer's quick tipsBy Greg Perry, Kirkland RealtorKirkland Washington real estate
As we are out looking at and comparing the different homes for sale, keep good notes. After a while, it becomes difficult to remember which features belong to what home. It's fun to create a rating system to help you … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: The Citizen Agent - 04/03/07 06:23 PM
The Citizen agent....
The Citizen AgentBy Greg Perry, Kirkland WA Realtor
In a conversation with our office broker today, we chatted about the concept of "The Citizen Agent". How important it is to be involved with living and building within our communities. Agents that not only make a difference to the clients we … (1 comments)
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425realtycom: Kingsgate homeowners to hold annual Easter egg hunts -- Kirkland neighborhood - 04/02/07 11:46 PM
Kingsgate Homeowners to hold annual Easter egg hunt. By Greg Perry Kirkland Realtor Kirkland real estate.
The Kingsgate 1 and 2 community is holding their annual Easter Egg hunt on April 7 at 1:00 am. They are looking for neighbor volunteers to help. On April 14, they are holding their annual garden … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Juanita Bay Park -- Wildlife sanctuary -- Kirkland WA Park - 03/30/07 08:05 PM
Juanita Bay Park Wildlife sanctuary By Greg Perry Kirkland Realtor Kirkland WA real estate
Located in Kirkland, this lovely Lake Washington 144 acre park is one of the finest bird and wildlife sanctuary's on the Eastside. It gets use from dreamers, photographers, walkers, joggers, artists, wildlife observers and bird watchers.
Easy paths … (1 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland Neighborhood Profile -- Bridle Trails - 03/30/07 04:14 PM
Kirkland Neighborhood Profile -- Bridle Trails Greg Perry Kirkland Realtor Kirkland WA real estate
Located in the heart of where Redmond, Bellevue and Kirkland meet is the community of Bridle Trails. In its heart is an Eastside gem, Bridle Trails State Park. Not generally well known outside of the Bridle … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: The new face of Juanita - - Kirkland WA neighborhood - 03/29/07 11:34 PM
The new face of Juanita
By Greg Perry, Kirkland WA Realtor
Kirkland WA Real Estate
Of all the eastside areas, Juanita, just north of downtown Kirkland has undergone perhaps the greatest transformation. Just a few short years ago, Juanita really had no identity. Dominated by a very old and somewhat ugly strip mall and … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Kirkland drivers will enjoy improvements in April - 03/29/07 04:49 PM
Kirkland drivers will enjoy improvements in April By Greg Perry Kirkland Realtor Kirkland WA real estate
We have good news for Kirkland drivers next month. If the weather cooperates, we plan to:
Reopen the intersection of 116th Avenue NE and NE 128th Street Open the new NE 128th Street bridge Remove the … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: Great Issaquah Washington Remodel - 03/26/07 07:24 PM
An Amazing Eastside Remodel
By Greg Perry
Every once in awhile I run across an absolutely stunning remodel of an older home. For me, it's fun to see older floor plans reworked and the latest amenities installed. This remodel is from my client (and computer repair and maintenance technician) Loren Campbell. I'll let … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: The Top Ten Most Offensive Buyer Turn Offs! - 03/26/07 06:38 PM
Top 10 We show LOTS of Eastside homes. LOTS! We're with your Buyers, Mr. and Mrs. Seller. We see what they see and hear what they say to us afterward. Here's our "Letterman" style Top 10 Most Offensive Buyer Turn Offs list.
10. The street jungle (or is there a house behind … (7 comments)
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425realtycom: Fixing the Kirkland Crawl (WSDOT Kirkland nickel project) - 03/23/07 02:24 PM
Fixing the Kirkland crawl (WSDOT Kirkland Nickel project)
Driving on I 405 at any time during the day, especially during commute times, can be aggrevating for sure. There are several "bottlenecks" that can back traffic for miles. One of the most aggrevating is the "Kirkland crawl", between Hyw 522 and NE … (3 comments)
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425realtycom: 10 ways for a Seller to make a best first impression. - 03/13/07 03:56 PM
10 ways for a Seller to make a best first impression By Greg Perry, Kirkland Realtor Kirkland real estate
In my years of experience assisting Sellers gain an edge in the eastside real estate marketplace, one of the easiest areas to make a difference is the presentation. Buyers generally make their … (0 comments)
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425realtycom: A rainy day dream kitchen. - 03/06/07 09:05 AM
A rainy day dream kitchen.
A rainy day dream kitchen by Greg Perry Kirkland Realtor Kirkland Real Estate
It's one of those cold, rainy and dreary days here on the Eastside. Not fit to be out in, but one of those great dream building days. Here's some thoughts on a dream kitchen.
A … (0 comments)
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