gig harbor: Gig Harbor, WA Open Houses - 07/05/08 10:39 AM
Sorry for being late on this one...the holiday threw me off. Didn't make a big difference though, as there are only 5 open houses in Gig Harbor this weekend, and they're all tomorrow from 1-4pm. Click on the map below for information on the homes and who the listing agent is.
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor outdoor concert series - 07/05/08 10:08 AM
Small towns are fun. Gig Harbor is a small town. Therefore Gig Harbor is fun. One of the fun events that you'll find in Gig Harbor this summer is the Gig Harbor Concert in the Park series. Various local artists set up under the pagoda (I think that's what it is) … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Come on down to Gig Harbor, WA - 07/05/08 10:07 AM
Sometimes blogs don't need words...come enjoy Gig Harbor, Washington.
Photo courtesy of LaVeta Jude and Flickr. Posted here with written permission.
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gig harbor: Interactive Gig Harbor Open House map - 06/27/08 04:10 PM
There are several open houses in the Gig Harbor and Fox Island area this weekend. With temps expected to hit 90, why don't you hop into your air-conditioned car and tour some great area homes? I've added one home (#5 on the map) that is a bit out of the area … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Softball season in Gig Harbor - 06/25/08 11:17 PM
I'm happy now. I love softball. I'm not sure what it is that I love so much, but I just love playing. Yesterday was the first game of the season for our team, the Believer's Fellowship Harborites. At 6:15pm, we gathered at Harbor Ridge Middle School underneath a glorious sun filled … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor real estate open houses - 06/20/08 02:23 PM
There are some really nice homes for sale in Gig Harbor, and many of them are open for viewing this weekend. A few that I'd recommend are a nicely remodeled waterfront home for only $494,000 (#7 on the map). Well worth seeing if you're looking for a fun waterfront get away. … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: A Day (or 3) For the Community - 06/18/08 10:32 PM
Today was Community Service Day for Windermere Real Estate. We always try to choose a project that will benefit our community. This year we chose the "Grange". A historical building in the Artondale area. This building is over 80 years old, and we took on the grueling task of painting it. … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: 5th Generation Gig Harbor Native-- Really! - 06/17/08 12:59 PM
The "new" Harbor Ridge Middle School sits on a bluff high above downtown Gig Harbor. The spoiled students enjoy amazing picture post card views of Gig Harbor and Mt. Rainier.
When I was a kid this was Goodman Middle School home of the Roadrunners. Before that it was the only high school in … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Open houses in Fox Island and Gig Harbor - 06/13/08 01:31 PM
It's Father's Day weekend. Your dad loves Gig Harbor and wants a house on the water. You can't afford that, but you can drive him around and tour the homes that you would buy him if you could. There are only 5 homes open this weekend, but they are some nice … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: School's out...kids are bored...what to do in Gig Harbor this summer - 06/13/08 12:53 PM
Summer is here...kind of. School has let out in much of the area, and kids are excited, teachers are relieved, and parents are fear-struck. What to do in Gig Harbor now that school's out? Here are just a few ideas. If you've got others, I'd love to hear about them (after … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Open Houses - 06/06/08 03:41 PM
Maybe it's the weather. Maybe it's the fact that we'll all be at this weekend's Maritime Gig Festival. Whatever the reason, there are only 7 open houses in Gig Harbor this weekend. Click on the map below for a list of the opens. Put your cursor over the pushpins to get … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Downtown Gig Harbor Waterfront - 05/31/08 12:41 PM
A great National Historic Landmark visited Gig Harbor this week. Adventuress is an amazing schooner that was built in Maine for the purpose of hunting whales in Alaska. Later she worked as a pilot boat in San Fransico, then during World War II joined the United States Coast Guard protecting San Fransico Bay. About 1960, she was … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: FC's Pawprints opens in Gig Harbor - 05/31/08 11:35 AM
Gig Harbor, WA, is a doggy's paradise. Trails, beaches, parks, and lots of folks who love to walk their dogs. There are a few pet stores in town, my favorite being Green Cottage Pets. A new pet store has just opened right next door to my Thursday night date spot, El … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Open Houses in Gig Harbor, WA - 05/30/08 08:12 PM
Each week I post an interactive map showing all of the open houses that will be available in Gig Harbor and Fox Island. Click on the map below to activate the map. Put your cursor over any pushpin to see house statistics and the real estate agent who has the house … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: A Whale of a Tale from Gig Harbor, WA - 05/29/08 05:22 PM
There is currently a humpback whale cruising around the waters between Tacoma and Gig Harbor. It's pretty rare to have whales swimming in the Narrows, but apparently this guy is just hungry and didn't want to share his meals with any other whales. You can actually see the whale from this waterfront … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: 13806 12th Ave NW Gig Harbor, WA. - 05/22/08 07:50 PM
This home built in the year 2000 is better than new.
Using the great room concept has given this home large living spaces. … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Local Farmers Markets Are Full of Great Produce and Flowers You Need to Visit - 05/21/08 04:00 PM
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You Need to Visit
I have been posting about the Tacoma area farmers markets
recently. I went to the Proctor District … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: May home sale activity in Gig Harbor - 05/19/08 10:15 AM
Thus far in May we've seen 17 home sales (and 0 condo sales) in Gig Harbor. Clicking on the interactive map below will allow you to see what has sold in May. Click here for April's sales. By moving your cursor over any of the pushpins, you can see the price … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: 34 open houses in Gig Harbor and Fox Island this weekend! - 05/16/08 11:29 AM
Summer decided to show up in Gig Harbor yesterday afternoon. After a cloudy morning in the low 60's, the sun made an appearance around 2pm and the temps jumped to the low 70's. It's sunny and bright this morning, with temps expected around 80! So what to do? How about tour Gig … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Fox Island, WA garden - 05/12/08 04:09 PM
Is anyone else out there waiting for Spring, or are we just foregoing Spring and hoping for Summer? Anyway, I'm cold, but my garden for some reason is having a great time! Somthing about the weather this winter and Spring must have pleased the flowering plants, because this year everything looks … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: My wife left me today...so I went to the park - 05/09/08 10:20 PM
My wife left me today. Not forever, but she and my baby flew down to California to spend time with her family. But it was a catchy title, right? So I'm stuck here trying to remember what I did before I had a wife and a baby. I love being alone, so … (16 comments)
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gig harbor: A new home...the perfect Mother's Day gift! - 05/09/08 01:32 PM
Looking for something to do for mom this weekend? If you're in the Gig Harbor area, why not take her on a tour of some open houses? Chances are you can't buy mom that $1M home for mother's day, but don't you think she'd enjoy touring one? There are 2 homes … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Fox Island only sees 1 home sale in April! - 05/05/08 04:33 PM
I figured I had to use a doom and gloom headline to get anybody to read. Fox Island only had 1 home sell, but the rest of Gig Harbor had 32. If you are one who takes all of your information from the national news, go ahead and skip over this … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: 18 open houses in Gig Harbor this weekend - 05/03/08 12:34 PM
If you're out and about in Gig Harbor or Fox Island this weekend, there are 18 open houses for you to view. Just click on the map below and you'll be taken to my interactive Gig Harbor open house map. Hover your cursor above any pushpin to see stats, time and … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Washington Market Update April 2008 - 05/01/08 03:48 PM
Gig Harbor Washington Market Update April 2008 During the month of April 2008 26 houses sold in the Gig Harbor area. Compared with 71 homes sold in 2007 during the same time period. Average Sales price in 2008 was $479,378 vs. $513,274 in 2007 Days on market 168 in 2008 … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Art Walk Saturday May 3rd 2008 - 04/27/08 11:54 AM
Gig Harbor Art Walk Saturday May 3rd 2008 The Gig Harbor Art Walk is held the first Saturday of each month from 1pm to 5pm Featuring local artists working with various materials such as pastels, ceramics, jewelry, woodworking, and much more. Many of the local galleries are open for … (4 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor's Open Houses - 04/25/08 09:59 AM
Kind of a slow weekend for open houses around Gig Harbor, WA. Only one on Saturday, and 9 more on Sunday. If you've ever wanted to visit Fox Island and see what homes are for sale on Fox Island, this is a good weekend for it. 4 of the 9 opens … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Don't Pretend to be Realtor! - 04/23/08 03:06 PM
I'm surprised how many licensed agents don't know the difference between a Real estate sales person and a Realtor. If you don't belong to it don't pretend you do and advertise it....If your office says it's a Realtor office all agents in the office should be Realtors as well. A real estate agent is a … (7 comments)
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gig harbor: 19614 19th St Ct KPS Lakebay, Wa 98349 - 04/18/08 09:03 PM
Home will have interior cleaned and carpet shampoo prior to close. Hardi-Siding, Skylight, Kitchen Appliances, Vinyl windows, and a slider off the back. Property is pretty level with large rock landscaping in the back. Great opportunity for 1st time Home Owner, Investment property, or rental. Home located in Cul-de-sac walking distance … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Open houses in Gig Harbor, WA - 04/18/08 03:43 PM
Here is the list of open houses in Gig Harbor for this weekend. Only 10 homes this week! Click on the interactive map to find out full information. Position your cursor over a push pin to see number of bedrooms, bathrooms, price, date and time, and who the listing agent of … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Fighting for my life in Gig Harbor - 04/17/08 08:41 PM
Gig Harbor has some beautiful scenery, and some exciting wildlife as well. One thing I love about selling homes in Gig Harbor is hearing back from my clients about all the great things they love about their new home. I've featured photos from John Pleau before, but these may be the most … (14 comments)
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gig harbor: Amazing Gig Harbor Waterfront Property - 04/16/08 12:18 PM
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gig harbor: Expired Listings Sometimes Patience is a Virtue - 04/15/08 11:37 AM
I have been trying for six months to get a listing on a house that I think is simply a fantastic home.Last weekend I left a voicemail asking the seller to stop selling the home themselves and give me a chance. I said this in a very jovial voice and was … (12 comments)
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gig harbor: Open Houses in Gig Harbor - 04/11/08 04:33 PM
Wow! The weather is cooperating again which means that this weekend would be a great weekend for touring some of the homes for sale in Gig Harbor, Wa. With sunny skies and temps nearing 70, moving to Gig Harbor never looked better!
Here is the list of open houses in the Gig … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Photos of Gig Harbor's Tacoma Narrows Bridges - 04/06/08 08:56 PM
Gig Harbor, Wa, is one of God's most beautiful places. In this beautiful land, there is a beautiful man-made structure. Here is a little photo tour of Gig Harbor's Tacoma Narrows Bridges.
The 2nd Tacoma Narrows Bridge opened in July 2007.
Narrows Park is a great place to view the sunrises in Gig … (10 comments)
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gig harbor: Spotlight on Local Farmers Markets in Puget Sound - 04/05/08 07:43 PM
The Puget Sound region has fantastic farmers markets. I cannot think of a better way to buy my fruits and vegetables than directly from the person who actually had a hand in producing them. Since spring is now here the areas farmers markets are starting up again. I am going … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor's Open Houses this weekend - 04/05/08 05:14 PM
Sorry for the delay in getting this posted. Most of the Saturday opens have already happened, but there is a great twilight open house on a stunning Canterwood home that runs from 3-8pm today. 6bd, 6ba, theater...it is truly one of Canterwood's-and Gig Harbor's for that matter-most stunning homes.Click on the map … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: 20 Dividable Acres on Key Peninsula! - 03/29/08 08:47 PM
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gig harbor: Open Houses in Gig Harbor, Wa this weekend - 03/28/08 05:13 PM
If you are looking to buy a home or looking for condos for sale in Gig Harbor, here is a list of the open houses in the area this weekend. Maybe you're looking for a fun spring...uh, winter, no spring...thing to do and want to see what is available in the … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor race supports Burmese war victims - 03/27/08 08:24 PM
Gig Harbor High School senior Kate Stuart has organized a 5k run/walk to provide medical and humanitarian support to those displaced by war in Burma. The event will begin at the Chapel Hill Church parking lot in Gig Harbor, WA. Race begins at 9am on Saturday, March 29th, with day of race registration … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: It's doing what in Gig Harbor? Snow way! - 03/27/08 04:53 PM
Hey Seb, why the long face? That's not dandruff on my loyal dog, that's snow. Those of you in colder parts of the country may not have any sympathy (and may not consider this real snow), but for those of us in Gig Harbor, Wa, this stinks.
It's the end of March, it's … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Open Houses - 03/15/08 02:20 PM
Here's the weekly look at Gig Harbor's open houses. Information is from the NWMLS, so it is reliable but not guaranteed. If you find a home that you like, and have questions about the process of purchasing the home, please feel free to contact me. … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: GHPD K-9 Foster Program - 03/14/08 03:44 PM
Officer Dennis of the Gig Harbor Police Department is unveiling a new K-9 program that is beneficial for multiple people. The Gig Harbor community is going to have the opportunity to help Officer Dennis raise police service K-9's!
It doesn't take much time being around Officer Dennis before you understand his passion … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Here's Your Sign...Now where's mine? - 03/13/08 08:53 PM
Have you ever heard Bill Engvall's "Here's Your Sign" routine? It's a very funny take on people doing and saying things that Bill Engvall feels warrants that they should wear a warning sign around their necks so the rest of us can be alerted to their lack of intelligence. Well, Pierce … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Can it be a good time to buy AND sell? - 03/11/08 05:13 PM
Our real estate market here in Gig Harbor has been pretty healthy throughout this past year's national "crisis." We're just now starting to feel the effects of the housing market slow down, and are for the first time in my real estate career pretty clearly in a "buyer's market." While that … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Open Houses - 03/07/08 04:15 PM
Here's the look at this weekend's open houses in Gig Harbor. Much smaller this week than in weeks past. Remember, this info is taken from the NWMLS, so it is reliable but not guaranteed. If you ever find a home that you're interested in, please give me a call. I'd be … (4 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Gardening - 03/03/08 08:14 PM
I'm definitely not a green thumb. About the only thing I can consistently keep green is the moss in my yard. One of the advantages of living in Gig Harbor is our climate pretty much grows things on its own. I have rhododendrons, roses, lavender, and other plants that I either … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Real Estate Weekly Report - 03/03/08 01:25 PM
Every Monday I like to take a close look at the real estate trends in Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, and the Key Peninsula. I track the home sale and home listing numbers weekly and truly enjoy looking for trends and indicators in our local real estate market.Looking at the following graphs … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Determining your home's price - 03/02/08 09:17 PM
Here's an interesting question. "Who determines the value of a home?" I have this question asked of me in a variety of ways in a variety of situations. Here are a few examples:"I have to get $XYZ from this sale, so we have to price it here.""My neighbor's house sold 3 … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Sue Sells Gig Harbor . . . by the bay, by the seashore and by the country club - 03/01/08 05:58 PM
Integrity and Honesty ... essentials in my business for the past l8 years. If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate in the Gig Harbor or surrounding area, then you have found the right agent. If you are an agent looking to refer one of your clients to a … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Rights vs. Responsibilities - 02/29/08 07:26 PM
So often I hear agents blaming other agents, buyers blaming sellers, sellers blaming buyers, loan officers get blamed by everyone, and so on and so forth. What am I getting at here? I'm afraid that in our society, many people have become more focused on their rights and what they feel they … (4 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Open Houses - 02/29/08 02:37 PM
Here's the weekly look at Gig Harbor's open houses for this weekend. Not too long ago open houses were beginning to fade away, as they were simply a tool for real estate agents to get more customers. Now, as the Gig Harbor real estate market shifts, open houses are becoming a … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Woodridge of Gig Harbor has affordable homes and it's next to New Costco - 02/28/08 10:51 PM
Woodridge of Gig Harbor Washington is located in a small sub division with about 68 homes just on the edge of the city limits. Each home is located on about a 1/3 acre with Green belts surrounding it. The development has two entrances and its basically a 1/2 mile walking … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor's public transportation - 02/28/08 03:12 PM
Many folks moving to Gig Harbor, or thinking of moving to Gig Harbor, often have questions about our transportation system. Many who are considering buying a home in Gig Harbor will be working in Seattle or Tacoma, and want to know what the commute will be like. I've never ridden the public … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor's Galaxy Theater and more Nearing completion - 02/27/08 07:55 PM
Gig Harbor's Uptown Center is getting further and further along. I didn't really want to say this, for fear that my wife would read it, but Ann Taylor Loft is now open in Gig Harbor. I'm going to have to sell a few more houses to support her Ann Taylor habit. … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor's best home buy? - 02/27/08 03:02 PM
Are you looking to move to Gig Harbor? Want a home that's in a neighborhood, but still private? You want to be close in to downtown Gig Harbor? Do you need a large house? Maybe you like gardening, playing in the yard, or just lounging in your hot tub. Pretty sure … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor High School and Peninsula High School spring sports are starting! - 02/26/08 04:51 PM
Before I entered the world of real estate, I taught math for 7 years and was the head track and field and cross country coach at Life Christian Academy in Tacoma, WA. Coaching cross country was a lot of fun, but it was a completely anonymous sport, and we were up against football … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: The truth about Gig Harbor's weather - 02/25/08 05:47 PM
I frequently get emails and phone calls from folks who are considering a move to the Gig Harbor area. One of the most common reservations is the weather. I can't begin to count the number of times I've heard, "Isn't it always rainy in Gig Harbor?" If by always you mean sometimes, … (6 comments)
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gig harbor: Can I trust you, Mr. Realtor? How can it always be a good time to buy? - 02/24/08 01:42 PM
Some websites have fancy segments like "Wealth-building Wednesdays" or "Fun Fridays" or "Tasty Tuesdays." I'm going to make today "Story-time Sunday." I doubt this will be a weekly thing, as stories take a lot of work. But...I'm feeling inspired. Enjoy.Irving Elleson was a very smart, practical young man. He had just … (4 comments)
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gig harbor: What is your home...really? - 02/23/08 11:36 AM
I need to stop getting so caught up in these online forums that I read. I just can't believe how negative some people are about everything. I'm not an outwardly giddy type of person, but some of these folks must just be miserable. I jumped into the online world with the idea … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Open Houses - 02/22/08 04:49 PM
Are you thinking of moving to Gig Harbor? Maybe you're just visiting Gig Harbor and think touring some homes sounds like fun. Or maybe you're a Gig Harbor resident and you want to compare your home to other homes that are for sale in the area. Whatever the case, here is … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Slow Down! Enjoy a walk in Gig Harbor, Washington - 02/18/08 09:37 PM
I don't know why I get such a kick out of this photo, but it cracks me up. I was walking with Sebastian through Canterwood Golf and Country Club yesterday, and when I got about 20ft away, this radar actually picked up my speed! Since nobody was around, I kept going … (4 comments)
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gig harbor: Weekly Gig Harbor Real Estate Update - 02/18/08 05:18 PM
For my weekly look at the Gig Harbor real estate market, I wanted to revisit the absorption rate of houses for sale in the area. As a reminder, the absorption rate measures how long it will take for our current home inventory to be completely sold, or absorbed. To calculate this … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor, WA Open Houses - 02/15/08 08:20 PM
Here is the weekly look at the open houses you'll find in Gig Harbor this weekend.
If you would like more information on ANY of these homes, I'd be happy to provide it for you. If you are looking to relocate to Gig Harbor, or simply purchase a new home in the … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: We need a virtual assistant - 02/14/08 04:14 PM
This is my first attempt at this. After looking a several agents blogs, I figured out this doesn't have to be about real estate. We need help with the paperwork end of this business and have been doing a lot of research about how to free up our time by using … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: What does community really mean? - 02/13/08 08:53 PM
My goal is to promote the community of Gig Harbor. I want people to get a good understanding of all the good that goes on here. The link below is a recent news story featuring a Keller Williams agent from Tacoma, as well as the Gig Harbor Keller Williams' Operating Principal. … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Discount Services - 02/12/08 12:35 PM
"Commission salespeople make me nervous. I'm considering a limited service brokerage that advertises large savings. I like good service as much as the next person, but I'm very capable. And I'm not into paying extra just for a warm and fuzzy experience... What am I really getting or missing with these discount brokerages?" -Sincerely, … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor, WA open houses - 02/08/08 09:56 PM
Here is the list of open houses in Gig Harbor for this weekend. If you'd like a list of opens for Tacoma, Port Orchard, or Key Peninsula, please contact me and I'll get that right out to you!
This information is taken from the NWMLS and deemed reliable. I am not the … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Relocating to Gig Harbor, WA - 02/06/08 08:54 PM
Are you considering relocating to Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, or the surrounding area? Moves don't have to be intimidating, in fact, I think I can make moving to Gig Harbor quite easy. First, you need to gather information. Far too many people seem to bury their heads in the sand and … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Helping Love, INC in Pierce County, WA - 02/02/08 01:26 PM
Later this month, a group of folks from Believer's Fellowship church here in Gig Harbor will be setting out to renovate a barn at Love, INC's headquarters in Puyallup, WA. Love, INC's mission is to "mobilize the Church to transform lives and communities In the Name of Christ." One thing that Love, … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: This weekend's open houses in Gig Harbor, WA - 02/02/08 10:01 AM
Following is a list of open houses for the Gig Harbor area this weekend. For more information on any of these homes, driving directions, etc, please feel free to contact me. While I am not the listing agent for all of these homes, as a Realtor it is my job to … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Best Thinking Normally Occurs on the Beach - 01/28/08 03:44 PM
As Gig Harbor awakens to a new selling season hopes and expectations began to build. Buyers are acutely aware of low interest rates and high inventory. Sellers putter with last minute projects while they attempt to quantify the little town's multiplying attractions.For a real estate agent it's a great opportunity to … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Back to Nature--Kopachuck State Park - 01/22/08 05:28 PM
It is widely known (well, maybe not widely, but in our area at least) that Gig Harbor, WA, is perhaps the most beautiful spot in the country. Surrounded on all sides by water, framed by Mt. Rainier to the east and the Olympic Mountains to the west, and majestic evergreen trees … (13 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor real esate market - 01/15/08 05:24 PM
Last week I began a weekly segment showing the home sales activity in Gig Harbor, Port Orchard, and the Key Peninsula. I like to compare homes that have come active on the market versus homes that have gone to "Pending," meaning they have a signed around contract between buyer and seller … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor, WA real estate absorption rate - 01/08/08 01:55 PM
Statistics don't lie. You can make them say just about anything you want, so they can be very deceiving, but they don't lie. Real estate is full of statistics. One of the numbers that I find to be important is what is referred to as "Absorption Rate," the rate at which the … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: I'm lucky to live in Gig Harbor - 01/04/08 03:06 PM
I knew right off the bat that today was going to be good. I got up early to feed my 3 month old daughter and spend an hour or so with her, then I got to take my dog out for a walk on a cool, cloudy, morning. Then I opened … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Bird Watching - 01/04/08 03:03 PM
Okay, there's not really a club that I'm aware of, but the last time I put in a post about a bird in Gig Harbor, it drew several comments so I'm naming us the unofficial Bird Watching Club of Gig Harbor. On my other blog site, I posted a blog asking … (4 comments)
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gig harbor: My Predictions for 2008 - 01/01/08 03:40 PM
Well, it's that time of year again-- time to put away the holiday decorations. I registered a half-hearted grumble and began organizing lights and Santa trinkets in the garage... Something caught my eye and from a dark corner I pulled out a precious but forgotten treasure, my trusty crystal ball. This … (2 comments)
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gig harbor: Happy New Year - 12/28/07 05:30 PM
The years teach much which the days never knew. -Ralph Waldo EmersonAnd wow, what a year it has been... To me it felt like Gig Harbor real estate versus the news media! There's so much to brag about- A new bridge with an easy drive across the Narrows, a new Costco, Gig Harbor North, Uptown GH, … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Do home sales pick up in January? - 12/26/07 08:52 PM
Supposedly, home sales pretty much dry up around the holidays then kick back in to gear at the start of the new year. But take at look at these Gig Harbor home sales. I'm going to run a 3 month consecutive to make the numbers make a bit more sense. In … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Affordable Gig Harbor Rambler - 12/21/07 04:22 PM
Your search is over! Sparkling clean rambler in great location. This home lives large with the wide open kitchen and great room. 3 spacious bedrooms and two full baths all on one side of the home for privacy. Fantastic lot beautifully landscaped has large trex-decking, RV parking, and sprinklers all around. … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor Condo Market - 12/21/07 04:05 PM
Condos aren't a really big part of the Gig Harbor real estate scene, but for those looking to buy a vacation home or second home in Gig Harbor, there are some condos that would be a great buy. YTD in 2007, 51 condos have sold in Gig Harbor, ranging from $185,000 to … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: New home sales in Gig Harbor - 12/21/07 04:04 PM
Recently one of the readers of my other blog made mention of all of the new construction that is taking place in Gig Harbor. I thought I'd take a look at what has been happening in new home sales in Gig Harbor this year. There are currently 124 homes on the market … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Incredible - 12/20/07 09:02 PM
This is an amazing waterfront home for under $500K. Slab granite, heated tile floor, 3 decks and the list goes on. The pea gravel beach is absolutely pristine-- Clean tiny pebbles just larger than sand and you can walk for miles. Perfect summer deep water moorage. If you are looking under … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Buy Now. - 11/13/07 11:20 AM
The Gig Harbor real estate market is just fine- when I say Gig Harbor I'm including the Key Peninsula (it's even better- more on that another time).Brush aside the dire headlines to look at last month's MLS market statistics. These are the actual numbers for September 2007, a true picture of … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Is Your Vehicle Clean? - 10/26/07 07:07 PM
Make sure our vehicle is kept clean, and detailed. Your vehicle is an extension of you and as a professional you should demonstrate a commitment to the principles first impression.
Thanks, Norm
More information:
Detail King - Mobile Auto Detailing
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gig harbor: Scared clients make for a very difficult turn around in the market - 10/11/07 08:01 PM
Greetings again everyone,As most of you, I am struggling to get clients to believe that this is a great time to buy a home. Although the national news has hinted at now is the time to buy a home, the best people talking about it are not making the main stream, … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: News Media - 08/15/07 03:19 PM
Over the past several months I have observed that the major newspaper for our county has run articles weekly, and sometimes even more frequently, with a very negative bent on living in my town, on the real estate market in my area, and everything that could possibly affect someone's decision on … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Real Estate home owner education - 07/20/07 10:21 AM
Greetings all to a fine fall day! (you mean it's not October?) My last few listing appointments I have run across some pretty unreal expectations about home owner assessment of how much they think their home is worth. So now, I start every listing appointment with a short education about what … (1 comments)
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gig harbor: Great Home For First Time Homebuyer In Gig Harbor - 07/16/07 09:40 PM
Not too big but a great place to call your first home... Located within walking distance to the private Lake Minterwood Beach Club. Great for swimming, fishing (Nice Size Trout!), picnics or play some basketball & they even have a playground... Think of the summer fun you can have while enjoying … (3 comments)
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gig harbor: Gig Harbor & Key Peninsula Rejoice! - 07/16/07 07:30 PM
Greetings to all,I went to the Tacoma Narrows Bridge ceremony yesterday, and what a marvel! Not only is it the largest suspension bridge built since 1964, but it is a beauty to look at up close. But the best part was the drive into Tacoma today.Four lanes going East with an … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Tacoma Real Estate Property Search Site (Just Completed!) - 07/15/07 02:49 PM
After weeks of coding and geo-coding I would like to announce the completion of http://www.tacomarealestate-online.com/. Pierce County's most complete listings search website. The site allows you to search for Tacoma Real Estate in a variety of ways: advanced, map, and neighborhood. The unique neighborhood search functionality allows you to view the … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Purdy, WA. The gateway to Key Peninsula & Hood Canal? - 06/21/07 05:14 PM
Purdy, Washington. Is it the gateway to Hood Canal? Is it the gateway to the entire Olympic Peninsula? So many people pass through this wide spot in the road and only note that there is a very narrow bridge they have to cross in order to go west. The Purdy … (0 comments)
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gig harbor: Open the gate or close it--CC&Rs - 03/20/07 11:18 AM
I live in one of Gig Harbor's many subdivisions that comes complete with a name and CC&Rs. In fact, with the exception of the 8 $700,000+ homes called Maple Glen, all little developments have CC&Rs and HOA dues. My little community happens to be gated. Gates are supposed to add value … (3 comments)
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