Blog entries tagged with "naval base kitsap":


naval base kitsap: Kitsap Peninsula | Relocation Package | Bremerton, Silverdale, Naval Base Kitsap | The Journey Begins - 08/20/08 06:27 AM
 
I have learned much from Jo Soss and her relocation posts.  As a military spouse, she understands what kind of information military families need and want.
I want to grow up to be just like Jo Soss. 
Jo can assist you with your relocation Kitsap Peninsula and I am here … (6 comments)

naval base kitsap: Turn your BAH into Home Ownership – Stop Renting (LOCALISM FEATURED) - 07/16/08 03:04 PM
I am sure as a military member you have heard this phrase about a million times in the last several years. Interest rates have been so low for so long that home ownership has been easier than ever before for anyone and this especially includes the military population, who until recently … (20 comments)

naval base kitsap: Just Like Vegas Baby! | Naval Base Kitsap | Reenlistment Bonus! - 07/16/08 02:15 PM

 
 
With the lure of high salaries in the private sector the Pentagon had to do some "wheeling and dealing". The Pentagon has paid out more that $100 Million - yes I said MILLION in bonuses to veteran Green Bret and Navy SEALS alone. On every military chat board … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap | Saving for a Downpayment | DEPLOYMENT PAY! - 07/16/08 02:02 PM
 
LEAVING ON A JET PLANE......
 
That's the song that I sing when my husband heads out on a deployment. Yep, he is in the Navy but I have never had the pleasure of being involved with a Navy command. We have spent all of our years together hanging out … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: West Bremerton | There are some Great Homes Here! - 07/11/08 02:10 AM

In the Bremerton area there are 691 homes on the market in the Price range of $69,900 - $1,499,000.00.
There are Craftsman, Craftsman Bungalows, Cape Cods, Cape Cod Bungalows, Ranch Style, Split -level and Split entry, New homes, Old homes, any style home you can dream of.
Here in this … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton Attractions | Harborside District | BREMERTON NAVAL MUSEUM - 07/10/08 11:14 PM
BREMERTON NAVAL MUSEUM
 
The oldest building located on the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard site was relocated by the US Navy to Harborside Fountain Park to become the new home of the Naval Memorial Museum of the Pacific. The new location along with the opening of the museum was dedicated this … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: East Bremerton | Service Recommendations | Discount Tire - 07/10/08 09:40 PM

Discount Tire 5034 State Highway 303 NE, Bremerton, WA 98311
 
When ever you relocate to a new area you always have to find new service businesses. Where to have your oil changed, who to use for dry cleaning, where to take your car for service, the list goes on … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap | June 2008 - 07/06/08 01:04 PM
Here is the Real Estate Market Activity for January - June 2008. Check back each month to see the monthly 2008 trend for Bremerton WA.There are currently 691 homes for sale with 5 of those homes listed as a contingent sale and 43 of those listed as Pending Inspection (new NWMLS … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About :: Video Series :: Bremerton : 4th Street Market : Arts, Antiques & FUN! - 06/29/08 06:13 PM
 

 
Do you remember where you were on Saturday, June 14th?  I do! I was at The 4th Street Market in downtown Bremerton.  There are two Saturdays left this season so be sure to mark these dates on your calendar:
 
2008 Schedule: June 14th, July 12th, August 9th
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naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap | May 2008 - 06/18/08 08:37 PM
Please, forgive me for being so late with the Month of May's activity, sometimes business gets in the way, which is a very good thing in this market!  Here is the Real Estate Market Activity for January - May 2008. Check back each month to see the monthly 2008 trend for Bremerton WA.
This is … (7 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series |WWI Memorial - 06/16/08 11:26 PM




Located near the public boat launch at Bremerton's Evergreen Park is the Bremerton WWI Memorial. The memorial is in memory of the local men who fought and died in WWI. There are 20 Names engraved on plates attached to the stone structure. This time of year the … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series |Farmer's Market - 06/14/08 09:25 PM
Bremerton WA :: Farmer's Market from Jo Soss on Vimeo.
It's Market Time!!
Bremerton Farmers Market's is in full swing! The activity has been great even though the weather has not been the best. Every Thursday, through October 9th, at 4pm across from Evergreen Park in the Seaside Church's … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series |Evergreen Park - 06/14/08 08:44 PM

This last Thursday and today Saturday, June 14th, were great for getting out and about in the Bremerton area. We finally received some sun and even though the temperatures were only in the mid 60's it was perfect!
I decided to visit some of my favorite places in Bremerton and … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series |Evergreen Park Boat Launch - 06/14/08 07:23 PM
Located at Bremerton's Evergreen Park on the Port Washington Narrows is the Evergreen Park public boat launch. Here you can launch your vessel and park your vehicle and trailer in the reserved for vehicle with trailer parking spaces.
Evergreen Rotary Park :: 1400 Park Avenue • 10 acres, • 1,900 feet … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Puget Sound Military Guide :: Did you get yours? - 05/30/08 07:42 AM


The Puget Sound Military Guide has been out to the NEX, MCX, PX and well all the X's over the last couple of weeks. I picked mine up at Naval Base Kitsap - Bremerton. Inside you will find a ton of information about all of the bases in the … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series | USS Turner Joy (DD-951) US Naval Destroyer Museum Ship - 05/20/08 02:03 PM
USS TURNER JOY (DD-951)
Whenever we transferred to a new location we turn into "tourists".  We call it our new "Navy" vacation.  How many families get to live all over the country and "vacation" without leaving home? 
 
The first year at a new duty station we spend most of our … (5 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series | Bremerton Boardwalk - 05/18/08 02:20 PM

 
  
The "HEART OF DOWNTOWN". On quiet days you can sit on a bench and watch the ferries come and go, on others days you can participate in local activities such as the Blackberry Festival or the summer Concert series, either way it is a fun place to be.  … (6 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series | Harborside Fountain Park - 05/17/08 03:06 AM
This last fall I spent some time down on the Bremerton Boardwalk taking photos of the new attractions and learning about the revitalization projects that were complete.  Harborside Fountain Park was one of my favorite. 
Below is the article I wrote back in October or you can click here and see it … (8 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA :: Out & About | Video Series | The New Bremerton Marina - 05/16/08 10:51 AM
Today was gorgeous so I decided to update all of the Bremerton Out & About series with video.  This is the first of several showing all of the area attractions I have blogged about in the past with video.  I was amazed at how much fun the Bremerton Marina was. No, … (8 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap :: Use Your VA Guaranteed Home Loan for ZERO DOWN - 05/05/08 12:32 PM
 
I am sure you have heard all the doom and gloom from a million different news reports concerning the lending industry mess, how several loan programs once available are no longer, how zero down loan programs are almost non-existent and how hard it is right now if you have little to … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap :: Certificate of Eligibility | VA Home Loan :: Have 30 Seconds? - 05/04/08 06:41 PM
 
If you have ever been involved with military bureaucracy finding out you have to apply for something might bring memories of frustration and time consuming tasks. Fear not when it comes to obtaining your Certificate of Eligibility.  Because of the updated and automated system the VA has with their application link called WebLGY.  WebLGY provides several "real-time" processes and … (7 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap | April 2008 - 05/03/08 06:11 PM
Here is the Real Estate Market Activity for January - April 2008. Check back each month to see the monthly 2008 trend for Bremerton WA.
This is the Market report for the Bremerton area of Kitsap County which includes the NWML areas of 146,148,149,150 which are areas that all have Bremerton as the city for … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap | March 2008 - 04/02/08 03:50 PM
Here is the Real Estate Market Activity for January - March 2008. Check back each month to see the monthly 2008 trend for Bremerton WA.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Relocation to Naval Base Kitsap - 03/28/08 07:12 PM
Your Military Relocation Guide to Naval Base Kitsap | You Are Gonna Love West Puget Sound on the Kitsap Peninsula!
This is the moving van that hauled our Household Goods (HHG's) on our military PCS to Naval Base Kitsap from the desert of  Southern California.   
Every year it is estimated that one third of Active Duty Military members have … (10 comments)

naval base kitsap: A Short Trip for the USS John C. Stennis - 03/28/08 11:01 AM
The USS John C. Stennis spent the week at sea for sea trials after a long maintenance period at the Puget Sound Shipyard.  They are returning as we speak!
My son and I are sitting at my mom and dad's beachfront home, watching Adam's Daddy's ship come in on this chilly, gray March morning. 
They … (7 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Four | Vacation on the Navy | Mini Vacations - 03/25/08 06:20 PM
 
Now that we have some day trips under our belt, let's talk about some "mini-vacations" you can take on a long  weekend or plan to enjoy for several days in the Great State of Washington. It's God's Country, you know! I had that affirmed to me while filling up at a gas station in Southern … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Four | Vacation on the Navy | Day Trips - 03/24/08 05:08 PM
Whenever you PCS you should take advantage of what the area has to offer and make sure you "Take a Vacation on the Navy"!  Seeing different parts of the county is one of the many benefits of a military career. 
I don't think I would have ever had the privilege of … (14 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Three | Out and About | The Arts - 03/21/08 03:22 PM
 
The Art, Theater and Music scenes are alive and well in West Puget Sound. The area boasts the Bremerton Symphony at the Bremerton Performing Arts Center, the Admiral Theater with its classic and independent film series, Collective Visions an art gallery with a concert series, concerts in the park, concerts on the Boardwalk, The Bremerton Community … (18 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Three | Out and About |HARBORSIDE - 03/18/08 01:53 PM
 
Bremerton Harborside District
 
The Bremerton Harborside District opened in August of 2004. I wasn't here for the Grand-Opening ceremony but I was still so very excited. The Harborside District is a combination of past and present Boardwalk projects.  Now being all tied together and called the Haborside District. 
The Harborside District … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Appreciation Day at Kitsap Mall March 29,2008 - 03/17/08 11:14 PM
Military Appreciation Day at Kitsap Mall is scheduled for next Saturday, March 29, 2008.  This annual event, sponsored by Kitsap Mall, the Silverdale Chamber of Commerce, and local military installations, is a salute to our military men and women as well as their families.
Local businesses will be on hand offering demonstrations of … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: KitsapKids Playground in Bremerton, WA: Naval Base Kitsap - 03/15/08 08:53 PM
What would happen if you asked children to design their own playground?  What would that playground look like?  What would a child's imagination conjure up?
To find out, spend some time at one of my favorite play areas in Kitsap County -- KitsapKids Playground at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds!
The playground was designed … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: 2950 Delphi Court, Bremerton, WA 98311 - 03/15/08 08:10 PM
Imagine entertaining in this updated, warm kitchen.  This large home has three bedrooms, two baths and a two-car garage. The living area feels spacious, with separate living and dining rooms attached to an open kitchen with an eating bar. The custom, built-in entertainment center surrounding a brick fireplace adds to the … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Two | Won't You Be My Neighbor? - 03/14/08 10:02 PM
I promised this week to write an article about the different neighborhoods located around Naval Base Kitsap.  There are so many different places to live it is hard to pick just a few.  Here is just a partial list of the neighborhoods:
 
 
 
I have chosen four very diverse neighborhoods to inform you … (15 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Two | Fun, Fitness & Food on DECK! - 03/13/08 08:26 PM
 
Welcome to NAVAL BASE KITSAP on the Beautiful Kitsap Peninsula between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges in Washington State.  NAVAL BASE KITSAP belongs to Navy Region Northwest  and consists of Bremerton, Bangor and Keyport.  Naval Hospital Bremerton of Navy Region Northwest is also located in the region as is PSNS (IMF). 
If this is the first … (18 comments)

naval base kitsap: Spring in Silverdale means playing and boating in Silverdale: Naval Base Kitsap - 03/12/08 03:04 AM
If you are new to Kitsap County and have just reported to Naval Base Kitsap, you may be wondering what to do in the area as spring approaches.
Silverdale Waterfront Park is a wonderful 17 acre recreation facility by Kitsap Parks and Recreation located right in the heart of Silverdale!  The park … (14 comments)

naval base kitsap: FREE Meds for Military: Naval Base Kitsap - 03/11/08 01:22 AM
I've been a navy spouse for eight years now, and was a navy brat for more than, well, I won't tell my age.  I like to think I am a pretty well-informed military spouse, but I had no idea how easy it was to get over-the-counter meds free from the Bremerton … (13 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Two | Shop Till Ya Drop - 03/10/08 11:50 PM
 
Having been stationed at a Marine Corps base in the middle of the Mojave Desertin the land of "nothing", 29 Stumps is what most would call it I have realized what a pleasure it is to have the barest necessities around when it comes to shopping.  I am not a shopper; … (14 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week Two | ABC...Easy as 123 - 03/09/08 03:31 PM
Welcome to Kitsap County on the Beautiful Kitsap Peninsula between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges in Washington State.  The Kitsap Peninsula area belongs to Navy Region Northwest with Naval Base Kitsapwhich includes Bremerton, Bangor and Keyport, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS & IMF), and Naval Hospital Bremerton .   
 
 
If this is … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week One | Kitsap County Homeownership - 03/05/08 07:21 PM
As a military member relocating to Naval Base Kitsap do you purchase a home?
It is a very complicated process which needs some investigation and education before making a decision. You should ask yourself some questions like these at the minimum.
 
Do I have upfront money to buy a home? Can I get financing? … (16 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week One | Schedule of Events - 03/02/08 02:12 AM
Schedule of Events sounds better than organization - RIGHT!? 
For a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation, you have three choices on how to move your household goods:  commercial movers hired by the military, a DITY (do-it-yourself) move, or a partial DITY move which is a combination of both.  I have never done … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week One | Installation Overview - 03/01/08 10:42 PM
 
 
LOCATION
Naval Base Kitsap is located in Kitsap County of West Puget Sound on the Kitsap Peninsula.  Naval Base Kitsap is composed of Naval Base Kitsap - Bangor and Naval Base Kitsap Bremerton. Naval Base Kitsap is part of the Navy Region Northwest.  Bangor is the submarine community and Bremerton is the … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap | February 2008 - 03/01/08 04:34 PM
Here is the Real Estate Market Activity for January - February 2008. Check back each month to see the monthly 2008 trend for Bremerton WA.
 

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | Week One - Take Charge | Know Your PCS - 03/01/08 02:38 PM

 
 
When I say "Take Charge" I mean it.  There are so many military members that have no clue on what the move process is even though they have been threw it.  A few months down the road they find out from speaking to someone else that they missed out on some … (8 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap |Online Relocation Package | IT’S YOUR PCS - 03/01/08 02:25 PM
 
Every year it is estimated that one third of Active Duty Military members have to plan and execute a permanent change of duty station or PCS in military speak.  The most important part of a PCS is to take charge, it's your PCS!! There's lots of help available but you are … (5 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | The Mountain - 02/18/08 11:45 PM
The Series | Bremerton | Day Trips | Mount Rainier National Park
That is what we call it. When you relocate to the Pacific Northwest you will here people talk about "the mountain". You will hear the phrase "the mountain is out today" and  "have you seen the mountain today". The mountain they are talking about … (6 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | All Aboard... Ferry Ride!! - 02/13/08 02:36 PM
The Series | Bremerton | Day Trips | Ferry Rides
Take a day and ride the Ferry.  Several years ago I took a day trip with my kids on the Ferry. We left Seattle and headed over to Bainbridge Island.  There is nothing like being out on Puget Sound!! Once on Bainbridge Island we took … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | Insects, Butterflies and Dinosaurs, Oh My - 02/11/08 09:01 PM
The Series | Bremerton | Day Trips | Pacific Science Center
When my kiddos were in elementary school we must have visited the Pacific Science Center at least 3 times a year. This is an amazing place unlike any other science center in the world.  Of course the fun just isn't for kids, all of the … (6 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | The Space Needle - 02/11/08 01:06 AM
The Series | Bremerton | Day Trips | Seattle Space Needle
There is nothing like having lunch at the Seattle Space Needle. One year while living in eastern Washington I decided that it was time to take a vacation and we choose to explore Seattle.  I love to vacation local. I am amazed at how many … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | Point Defiance Park - 02/10/08 07:44 PM
 The Series | Bremerton | Day Trips | Point Defiance Park
Never have I ever come across a park like Point Defiance Park just over the Narrow's Bridge in Tacoma.  Growing up in the area I have enjoyed this park many times, from the family picnics to the elementary school field trips.  Point Defiance Park is … (9 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | You're in Moose Country! - 02/10/08 04:49 PM
The Series | Bremerton | Day Trips | Safeco Field
Moose Country? Yep, that is what I said! Mariner Moose Country!!! The Mariner Moose is the official mascot for the Seattle Mariner's pro baseball team.  Living in the area all my life I have come to see the many changes of the Mariners and the … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton | One of the Cool Kids | Seattle Says So - 02/07/08 08:00 PM
That is right!!!Bremerton over the last couple of years has worked very hard on a huge revitalization plan, which is paying off.  This month's issue of Seattle Magazine has tagged Bremerton as the Northwest Getaways Feature.  Writer Lynn Cook takes a look at Bremerton as a getaway destination. It is our turn now; … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | Real Estate Information - 02/07/08 06:52 PM
Welcome to Bremerton WA on the Beautiful Kitsap Peninsula between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges in Washington State.  The Kitsap Peninsula area offers some of the best views of mountains and water as well as some of the best boating and recreational opportunities in the Greater Puget Sound Area. Within a mile radius … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Relocation Destination | Bremerton WA | Does it rain all the time? - 02/06/08 07:53 PM
Every time I am asked if it rains in the area that song by Albert Hammond ... "It Never Rains in Southern California" pops in my head! Of course it rains in southern California. Yes, it does rain here. Does it rain a lot? Depends on what area of the country … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap | January 2008 - 02/06/08 05:00 PM
Real Estate Market Activity for January 2008. I am amazed that January has already hit the "stats" book!! Check back each month to see the monthly 2008 trend for Bremerton WA.
 
 
 
 
If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate | IT’S ALMOST SPRING SERIES | Project 1 | Walks & Patios - 01/20/08 12:30 AM
Building Walks & Patios with a Walk Maker Mold.
For the next few weeks I will be writing about some very easy spring time 1st impression projects.  These projects you can easily do in a weekend to prepare your home for that "Curb Appeal Wow". 
Many buyers have started their search on … (8 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap | Naval Hospital Bremerton - 01/18/08 05:45 PM
NAVAL HOSPITAL BREMERTON 1 Boone Rd, Bremerton WA 98312
Naval Hospital Bremerton has an amazing website where you can access any contact information you desire. Along with links to articles about the hospital and the personnel that server there. Naval Hospital has a very to point Mission Statement and an even … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap | Military Relocation | In Bound or Out Bound | ActiveRain Makes it Easy - 01/17/08 03:45 AM
 
 
"HOME IS WHERE THE NAVY SENDS YOU"
Military Relocations can be complicated but that doesn't' mean they should be scary or filled with uncertainty.  A successful PCS move is not a matter of chance.  It is the result of planning, hard work and a network of personnel both at your … (12 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton | Bremerton Boardwalk, Park & Sewer Project | Highest Priority - 01/15/08 12:15 AM
The Mayor of Bremerton, Carry Bozeman has published his 2008 Priorities for Bremerton. 
Over 30 years ago a long-time City Official Fred Schoneman had a vision of a Boardwalk that was grand.  This is my favorite Bremerton Revitalization Project!  I love what is going on downtown and have written on the … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap | BAH Rates E6 | HomeOwnership | Yes you can! - 01/14/08 03:21 PM
 
Look at your new BAH rate for 2008 with Dependants the rate is $1207.00 per month tax fee! Is that enough to purchase a home in the Naval Base Kitsap area in Kitsap County? I say yes it is.  Right now rates are low! If you can use your VA eligibility … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Relocation | Out & About | Bremerton Reviews | Anthony's Homeport | 9 Days & a Wake-up - 01/13/08 11:01 PM

Woo Hoo!! In less than 10 days my husband will be home on leave!!! I am counting counting, counting!!! I haven't seen him since Thanksgiving weekend.  Oh, yeah right this is a review on a great restaurant chain here in Washington State.    
Anthony's Restaurants are a special place for my husband and … (3 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap | BAH - Tax Breaks - HomeOwnership - 01/13/08 05:54 PM
 
I am sure as a military member you have heard this phrase about a million times in the last several years.  Interest rates have been so low for so long that home ownership has been easier than ever before for anyone and this especially includes the military population, who until recently … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Can You Buy with BAH? - 01/13/08 04:10 AM
"We want to buy a house, and we're probably going to use our VA loan.  Can you tell us how much we can afford?  We'd like to keep our payments below our BAH."
I can't tell you how many times I have heard young military couples (and a few singles) tell me … (8 comments)

naval base kitsap: The Donut that's been to Iraq and back - 01/13/08 12:27 AM
When you are a military spouse you count things, lots of things.You count how many days until he leaves, you count how many days until he comes home, you count how many days until the next PCS, you count how many days until he leaves again.  You have to count most … (20 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton Real Estate | Market Comparison | 2007 vs 2006 | Just FYI - 01/10/08 03:58 PM
I do a ton of research daily watching the trends in the Bremerton Real Estate market.  Sometimes it is hard to decided what is good news and what is bad news - and well you know like the saying goes - No news is good news.  Seriously, all of the numbers … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Hot Off The Press | Bremerton Revitalization | 2007 Mayor's Harborside District Report - 01/09/08 07:09 PM
Over the last several months I have written many articles about the City of Bremerton's revitalization plans and progress.  I chose to live in Bremerton based on its Comprehensive Plan.  I enjoy living in an area that values the quality of a Downtown Core Area. 
So please take a look at … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap | Military PCS Relocation - 01/09/08 03:27 PM
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Baby, We Have Orders!
Welcome to Kitsap County on the Beautiful Kitsap … (6 comments)

naval base kitsap: OH THE WEATHER OUTSIDE IS FRIGHTFUL!! - 01/08/08 06:21 PM
OH THE WEATHER OUTSIDE IS FRIGHTFUL!!
Where the heck do I live?!! I had no idea that living here in Bremerton would be so filled with snow days!! This is the 3rd YES, the 3rd snow fall of the winter season!!! I live on a very steep hill so when it snows … (15 comments)

naval base kitsap: Naval Base Kitsap | Is this Legal? Receiving Tax Breaks with Tax Free Money? - 01/06/08 06:01 PM
If you are in the United States Military and receive BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) it is. This is a huge financial opportunity that not many Military members take advantage of for fear of the real estate market and the lack of education concerning real estate ownership.
The average homeowner receives tax … (6 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate | NoBody Move!! I lost my Crystal Ball!!! - 01/04/08 07:07 PM
I lost  my crystal ball!! No, really I did!!! I have been looking for it all over! I look several times a day. In fact I look for it every time my phone rings.    
A client will call with those "real estate questions", you know the ones. "When will it be a … (15 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap | December 2007 - 01/01/08 10:46 PM
Bremerton Real Estate in December
Total Homes on Market: 574
 
If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis. If you would like to purchase … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Did BAH increase enough for you to buy your home? - 01/01/08 09:23 PM
The good news is that BAH rates went up for every paygrade in Kitsap County in 2008.  The bad news?  Well, it didn't go up much for some paygrades.
For enlisted with dependents, BAH went up an average of 10%.  Officers with dependents saw an average increase of about 12%.  Don't get … (7 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton Marina | Have your Slip? - 12/30/07 08:25 PM
  Back in October I was walking down on the Boardwalk checking out all of the completed revitalization projects the City of Bremerton had completed over 2007 and was mesmerized by the construction of the new Port of Bremerton Marina.  I had the opportunity to talk to a couple of workers … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton | Metropolitan Center of the West Puget Sound - 12/30/07 05:45 PM
 
It is now official!! On December 19th, 2007 the Bremerton City Council approved the Downtown Sub Area Plan.  This plan gives much needed direction to the core downtown area of the City of Bremerton.  The City of Bremerton has over the last several years implemented several revitalization projects in the Downtown … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Jan 1st | Not just New Year's Day | No Texting Day - 12/19/07 12:18 PM
 
Washington State became the first state in the country to make texting while driving illegal. The bill was signed back in May of 2007 and the first part of that bill will be enforceable on January 1, 2008.  On January 1, 2008 if you text on your cell phone while driving … (5 comments)

naval base kitsap: Christmas and the Price of Freedom - 12/17/07 03:58 PM
As Christmas rapidly approaches, I don't necessarily have 'visions of sugar-plums' dancing in my head, but I am getting very excited at the prospects of being reunited with treasured loved ones. Our daughter, Emily, will finally be back home and Aunt Nancy from Chicago will be with us as well. It promises … (23 comments)

naval base kitsap: New 2008 BAH Rates Released | Bremerton WA Real Estate - 12/14/07 12:01 PM
  
What are you doing with your BAH?Are you giving it to the PPV/Military Housing? Are you giving it to a landlord to pay THEIR mortgage. No matter what you are hearing in the media the market in the Puget Sound area is strong. You need to build for your future. Please … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate Market Report Recap ~ November 2007 - 12/08/07 08:14 PM
  Bremerton Real Estate in November
Total Homes/Condos on Market:  765
Listed in November:  116
Days on Market ~ Homes:  106  |  Condos 315
Median Price ~ Homes:  $265,750  |  Condos:  $399,990
Homes went Pending in November:  48
Days on Market ~ Homes:  52  |  Condos 201
Median Price ~ Homes:  $253,400  |  Condos:  $477,900
Homes Closed/Sold in … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: GO NAVY!!..........BEAT ARMY!!! - 12/01/07 10:53 AM

Go Navy....Beat Army
Yep, that time of year again!! AT 12pm EST today in Baltimore the 108thNavy/Army game.  The Naval Academy Midshipmen are 7-4 and have already locked up a bowl game. The Poinsettia Bowl in San Diego on December, 20th.  They will bring with them the momentum of their win on November 17 over the Northern Illinois Huskies … (8 comments)

naval base kitsap: I have a FAKE Christmas Tree...Yes I do - 11/29/07 01:09 AM
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naval base kitsap: Military Relocation | Out & About | Bremerton WA Area | Service Recommendations | Discount Tire - 11/26/07 12:39 PM
Discount Tire 5034 State Highway 303 NE, Bremerton, WA 98311  
When ever you relocate to a new area you always have to find new service businesses. Where to have your oil changed, who to use for dry cleaning, where to take your car for service, the list goes on and … (2 comments)

naval base kitsap: Happy 232nd Birthday - United States Marine Corps - 11/10/07 01:40 AM
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naval base kitsap: Veteran's Day Ceremony - Kitsap County - 11/10/07 01:34 AM
 
 
WHEN:    Monday, November 12, 2007 (Veteran's Day Observed)                Doors Open at 9:00a.m.                Formal Ceremony at 10:30a.m. 
WHERE:  Kitsap Sun Pavilion at the Kitsap Fairgrounds (1200 NW Fairgrounds Road, Bremerton)
WHY:     "Honor All Who Serve"
Over 30 veteran organizations worked together to plan this years Veterans Day Ceremony.  Beginning at 9:00 a.m. thru … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Bremerton WA Real Estate | There are some Great Homes Here! - 11/07/07 03:30 PM

In the Bremerton area there are 691 homes on the market in the Price range of $69,900 - $1,499,000.00.
There are Craftsman, Craftsman Bungalows, Cape Cods, Cape Cod Bungalows, Ranch Style, Split -level and Split entry, New homes, Old homes, any style home you can dream of.
Here in this … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Relocation | Out & About | Bremerton WA Area Attractions | BREMERTON NAVAL MUSEUM - 11/01/07 03:07 PM
If you have any questions about real estate in Bremerton Washington, contact Jo Soss with Skyline Properties, Inc. at (360) 990-1433 or visit her personal website Puget Sound Real Estate Today where you will be able to search for homes and find more Bremerton Real Estate information.
Click here for my … (1 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Relocation | Out & About | Bremerton WA Area Attractions | HARBORSIDE FOUNTAIN PARK - 11/01/07 12:21 AM
HARBORSIDE FOUNTAIN PARK  
Bremerton's newest park addition - and all I can say is WOW!! 
I had read a little about the park which opened in May of this year but had yet to visit.  What is called "Harborside" is at the other side of the Boardwalk.  I was able to walk … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Relocation | Out & About | Bremerton WA Area Attractions | BREMERTON BOARDWALK - 10/31/07 10:15 PM
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naval base kitsap: Military Relocation | Out & About | Bremerton WA Area Attractions |Evergreen Rotary Park - 10/30/07 02:48 PM
 
EVERGREEN ROTARY PARK
One of the reasons I chose to live in Bremerton was because of the water. I love being around water and if I can't be on an ocean beach I will take any beach.  This is why Evergreen Park is my favorite park in Bremerton.  This must … (3 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Relocation | Out & About | Bremerton WA Area Attractions | USS TURNER JOY - 10/30/07 01:05 PM
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naval base kitsap: So You Want To Be a .............1st Time Home Buyer? - 10/24/07 11:35 PM
Good for you!!  Are you ready? Do you know what you need to do?   This is a big step in your future and you will be making some very serious decisions but there is no need to be intimidated by the process. 
               Here it is in 5 easy steps.    
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naval base kitsap: Buyer's Market? Did I hear someone say Buyer's Market? - 10/24/07 02:16 PM
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naval base kitsap: A True Moving Story - 10/23/07 02:19 AM
My husband told me of a conversation he had with one of his fellow service members on the USS John C. Stennis.  I met this man and his wife a few weeks ago, very nice couple that I am looking forward to getting to know better. 
This couple had moved here … (6 comments)

naval base kitsap: Saving for a Down Payment - hmmm - Depolyment Pay!!! - 10/23/07 01:21 AM
LEAVING ON A JET PLANE......
That's the song that I sing when my husband heads out on a deployment. Yep, he is in the Navy but I have never had the pleasure of being involved with a Navy command.  We have spent all of our years together hanging out with the Marine Corps.
Deployment … (4 comments)

naval base kitsap: Just Like Vegas Baby! - Reenlistment Bonus! - 10/22/07 11:23 PM
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naval base kitsap: Turn your BAH into Home Ownership – Stop Renting. - 10/22/07 03:26 PM
I am sure as a military member you have heard this phrase about a million times in the last several years.  Interest rates have been so low for so long that home ownership has been easier than ever before for anyone and this especially includes the military population, who until recently … (1 comments)

naval base kitsap: PCS Expert - 06/06/07 02:56 AM
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naval base kitsap: Military Relocations: Getting Down to "BASE"-ics - 12/01/06 12:38 PM
Greetings to all of the Military Relocations Group Members! I trust this finds you joyfully anticipating the coming weekend and making plans to relax & recharge!
Let me ask each of you a favor. Within the next couple of days, would you all please submit a brief post that specifically highlights the … (0 comments)

naval base kitsap: Military Relocations: A Resource Group for Active Military and their Dependents - 11/29/06 03:11 AM
Military Relocations is a resource group designed specifically for Active Military members and their Dependents and serves as a networking platform for making meaningful contact with prospective real estate professionals who live and work in those communities to which they are relocating.. Real estate professionals who specialize in serving the military community … (8 comments)

naval base kitsap: "In The Navy!" Life on the Kitsap Peninsula - 10/19/06 05:22 PM
As I have mentioned in some previous posts, the Kitsap Peninsula is proud to be home to a very large military community who faithfully serve at various locations in the surrounding area that make up Naval Base Kitsap. Naval Base Kitsap is comprised of the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, the Bangor Submarine Base, … (9 comments)

 
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