puyallup: Wasted Time, or not?!(part 3) - 05/13/08 02:57 AM
in case anybody's listenin' out there, "i'm back."
if you've gotten this far, but haven't read Wasted time, or not?!(part1) or Wasted time, or not?!(part2),...
...click & come back. I'll wait.
humbdy dumbdy dumbdy doo.
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OK. Glad yer back. … (2 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup Art & Wine Walk Saturday May 10th. 1pm to 6pm - 05/06/08 04:12 PM
Puyallup Spring Art & Wine Walk Saturday May 10th.
The Spring Art & Wine Walk in Puyallup will be held Saturday
May 10th. from 1 to 6 pm. There will be sixteen sites featuring 30 different
wines. In addition nine locations will be providing food.
This is an outstanding … (2 comments)
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puyallup: Immaculate 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home in gated Evergreen community of Puyallup, Washington - 05/02/08 09:27 AM
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puyallup: Internet Lead Generation w/ Jack Miller, Review - 04/30/08 11:00 AM
So I'm a few days out of the Lead Generation class with Jack Miller, Coach Extrodinaire from Keller Williams, MAPS and I must say how ...whats the right word...inspiring, encouraging, exciting, overwhelming,? There are so many ways to describe it. For those of us a bit familiar with the Internet and … (2 comments)
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puyallup: Let it Breathe - 04/30/08 10:15 AM
Puyallup, Wa
Because there are quite a few of us who like to gather "stuff"... I would like to talk about that today. It ends up being a problem when we try to fit it all into the limited square footage that we have. Too many items and improper placement can actually … (17 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup Farmers Market Starts May 3rd. Runs Through October - 04/19/08 11:16 PM
The Puyallup Farmers Market Season starts May 3rd. Running every Saturday through October.
The market also runs on May through August.
The Puyallup Farmers Market is sponsored by the Main Street Association of Puyallup.
The Puyallup Valley has long been a vibrant farming community. The Puyallup Farmers Market allows you to buy direct from … (0 comments)
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puyallup: 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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puyallup: If Yogi Berra Was My Realtor... - 03/31/08 02:08 PM
If Yogi Berra was My Realtor®…
By Glenn Leach – Loan Officer, The Legacy Group, GlennL@LegacyG.com
Is it really a good time to buy? What can I do to get my house sold faster? I’m hearing questions like this more and more, so I thought we could turn to legendary former … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Pierce County and Puyallup real estate market... - 03/28/08 01:41 AM
... bounces back a bit. The number of new listings is still stalled, bucking the seasonal trend. The number of sales did rise a bit, but so did the time on market for sellers. The median price of homes also bounced back but is still down in year-over-year numbers.
Check out the … (1 comments)
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puyallup: The Sky is NOT falling! - 03/14/08 02:19 PM
Here is an article from the Seattle Times that I found and thought I would share it. I like the fact that there is no alarmism in this article, it is much more practical and realistic. I am getting tired of all the "sky is falling" news media that is making … (4 comments)
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puyallup: Moving Your Office is Overrated! - 02/28/08 04:38 PM
Rainier Real Estate has just moved into our new office. This is a cause for excitement and a great reason to have a party!It's been a while since I been associated with a business that has moved locations. It was so much easier when I changed offices. Just pack up my … (4 comments)
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puyallup: Watch out world! - 02/26/08 04:50 PM
It is official, the world should be scared..... I have a voice on-line now and I'm planning on using it. Okay, so maybe its not that scary that I can reach the world. It may even be a good thing. This is my first blog post so I just wanted to … (9 comments)
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puyallup: Pierce County and Puyallup real estate market... - 02/22/08 05:08 PM
... continues to slow down. The number of new listings has largely stalled, which is good for those already trying to sell their home. However, the number of sales is down, the days on market is rising, and the median price of homes has retreated to numbers not seen a while.
Check … (0 comments)
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puyallup: PUYALLUP, WA - OPEN HOUSE Sat 3/15 and Sun 3/16 - 02/16/08 04:16 PM
Puyallup, Washington Real EstateAward winning Street of Dreams builder proudly presents this elegant, spacious 5250 sq ft, 3 car garage home. This home features 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. A large eat-in kitchen with granite counter-tops and beautiful hardwood floors. A main level Master Suite with his & her closets and 2 offices are just … (6 comments)
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puyallup: This Week in Puyallup - 02/04/08 08:00 PM
With just over 36,000 people within the city limits of Puyallup and another 73,000 plus people that call unincorporated Puyallup (also known as South Hill) home, there’s plenty of things going on that one might find of interest. Here are the things I found interesting this week. News Bethel School … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Villages at South Hill Underway - 01/30/08 04:25 PM
The developer and builder for the Villages at South Hill, Highridge Development LLC, picked up their first building permit on Friday. The Villages will be located just off 39th Ave SE, east of Shaw Rd near Sunrise Elementary School. The permit is for Lot #8, which is going to be … (0 comments)
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puyallup: This Week in Puyallup - 01/25/08 10:12 PM
With just over 36,000 people within the city limits of Puyallup and another 73,000 plus people that call unincorporated Puyallup (also known as South Hill) home, there’s plenty of things going on that one might find of interest. Here are the things I found interesting this week. News Megan Quann … (0 comments)
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puyallup: This Week in Puyallup - 01/18/08 11:38 AM
With just over 36,000 people within the city limits of Puyallup and another 73,000 plus people that call unincorporated Puyallup (also known as South Hill) home, there’s plenty of things going on that one might find of interest. Here are the things I found interesting this week. News Locals plan … (0 comments)
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puyallup: This Week in Puyallup - 01/12/08 05:07 PM
With just over 36,000 people within the city limits of Puyallup and another 73,000 plus people that call unincorporated Puyallup (also known as South Hill) home, there’s plenty of things going on that one might find of interest. Crazy was in the air - here are the things I found … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup January Market Update - 98375 - 01/12/08 12:29 PM
Current Price Trends The final statistics for 2007 have been released by the NWMLS. Prices continued to edge down for a third month. The median price for December was $266k, which was a 14% correction from the January 2007 figure of $308k. The 98375 area saw the most growth in recent … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup January Market Update - 98374 - 01/12/08 12:27 PM
Current Price Trends The final statistics for 2007 have been released by the NWMLS. Prices rose slightly, but were still down from a year high in October. The median price for December was $304k, which was a slight increase from the January 2007 figure of $300k.
The average cumulative days on … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup January Market Update - 98373 - 01/12/08 12:26 PM
Current Price Trends The final statistics for 2007 have been released by the NWMLS. Prices rose slightly last month, ending a three month decline. The median price for December was $290k, which was an almost 10% increase from the January 2007 figure of $264k.
The average cumulative days on market - … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup January Market Update - 98372 - 01/12/08 12:23 PM
Current Price Trends The final statistics for 2007 have been released by the NWMLS. Prices rose sharply this month. The median price for December was $317k, which was a 5% decrease from the January 2007 figure of $334k.
The average cumulative days on market - total time a home is for … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup January Market Update - 98371 - 01/12/08 12:21 PM
Current Price Trends The final statistics for 2007 have been released by the NWMLS. Prices continued to slide for the third month after a significant gain in September. The median price for December was $308k, which was a 15% gain from the January 2007 figure of $266k.
The average cumulative days … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup January Market Update - 01/12/08 12:19 PM
Current Price Trends The final statistics for 2007 have been released by the NWMLS. Prices rose slightly from last month. The median price for December was $286k, which was a 4% decrease from the January 2007 figure of $300k. We believe the monthly trends will reverse themselves soon and that the … (0 comments)
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puyallup: This Week in Puyallup - 01/04/08 11:18 AM
With just over 36,000 people within the city limits of Puyallup and another 73,000 plus people that call unincorporated Puyallup (also known as South Hill) home, there’s plenty of things going on that one might find of interest. Here are the things I found interesting this week in Puyallup. News … (0 comments)
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puyallup: This Week in Puyallup - 12/28/07 04:19 PM
With just over 36,000 people within the city limits of Puyallup and another 73,000 plus people that call unincorporated Puyallup (also known as South Hill) home, there’s plenty of things going on that one might find of interest. Here are the things I found interesting this week in Puyallup. News … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Learning From Today’s Market to Succeed in Tomorrow’s - 12/27/07 04:27 PM
Many, many Puyallup homeowners made an attempt to sell their home this year. A record number in fact. And while we faired better than most places in the country, not that many actually got to sell their home. At best this year, less than 1 in 5 homes sold. … (4 comments)
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puyallup: At this time, Joseph went up from Puyallup - 12/26/07 09:35 AM
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a very safe and festive New Year from our family to yours. Susanne Kromberg shares with us the Christmas story - Puget Sound style.
And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Bush that all the land should be … (1 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup December Market Update - 12/12/07 04:44 PM
A small caveat before I get started here. If you've been following my monthly market updates, you'll know that I've focused on Pierce County at large. While I will continue to provide market information for Pierce County, I'm going to start drilling down into the Puyallup market by ZIP Code. The … (2 comments)
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puyallup: Active Military Relocating to Pierce County, Washington - School District Web Sites - 12/08/07 03:14 PM
Are you an active military family with school age children and relocating to McChord Air Force or Ft. Lewis Army base in Pierce County, Washington? If so, I've compiled a list of the school districts in the county and their web site link for your use:School District Web Site: Bethel www.bethelsd.orgClover Park www.cloverpark.k12.wa.us (Lakewood)Dieringer www.dieringer.webnet.eduEatonville www.cruiser.eatonville.webnet.eduFife … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Just One Short Phone Call For Fast, Effective Relief - 12/06/07 03:10 PM
The storm earlier this week sure feels reminiscent to last year's winter weather. Hopefully this is the last of it, but assuming more is to come, Puyallup is one step closer to providing Puyallup residents the help they need in a timely manner. Messages left on the Puyallup Emergency Operations Center … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Quaint Downtown Puyallup Home... - 12/05/07 01:33 PM
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puyallup: Oh, the Weather Outside is Frightful - 12/05/07 09:48 AM
Despite what images you get on the local and national news, there were brief clearings in the rain and wind today - and I seem to have caught most of them. I had a few appointments outside of Puyallup today that took me up Hwy-167 and I-405. I didn’t have any … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup’s Annual Veterans Day Observance - 11/06/07 02:24 PM
The community program observing Veterans Day in Puyallup will be held on Monday, November 12, 2007 at 1 p.m. at Pioneer Park Pavilion, 330 S. Meridian Street. This year’s featured speakers include COL Harry D. Tunnell, Commander of the 5th Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, Stryker Brigade Combat Team--Puyallup’s Ft. Lewis Community … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup Microchip Campus Gets a Chance at a New Life - 10/28/07 10:29 AM
John Gillie at The News Tribune has done an excellent job of recounting the Microchip Technology campus' past, present, and hopeful future. "...the city got new hope last Monday. A Seattle company bought the property, bringing the promise of a new formula to put the sophisticated, expensive cluster of buildings and … (3 comments)
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puyallup: 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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puyallup: Does Your HOA Help You Sleep at Night, or Is It More Like an Annoying Rash? - 10/22/07 10:02 PM
I read an article today that focused on Homeowners Associations (HOAs) - the article cited a survey conducted in Colorado where 3,000 homeowners were asked questions about their HOA. Of the 3,000 respondents, nearly 70 percent said homeowners associations are either a “major headache” or a “minor annoyance,” although 25 percent … (1 comments)
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puyallup: Open House Sunday October 21st. Please Save the Date! - 10/19/07 05:51 PM
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puyallup: The Rock Comes To South Hill! - 10/18/07 09:16 AM
OK, anyone that knows me, knows I'm a fan of food . . . and especially a fan of good pizza! Way back in 1996 a little restaurant opened in downtown Tacoma called "The Rock Wood Fired Pizza and Pasta". I was attending Tacoma Community College at the time and our … (1 comments)
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puyallup: Someone To Trust - 10/16/07 11:48 PM
I haven't made it a point to remember all the service providers that I've used through the years and blog about them - and it's likely that I won't. But I do want to give credit where it's due, and share useful experiences I think you'll appreciate, into the future. When … (3 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup Fire & Rescue's Second Annual Saftey Fair - 10/11/07 05:13 PM
The City of Puyallup is inviting your family and mine to Puyallup Fire & Rescue's Second Annual Saftey Fair. It is being held this Saturday, October 13th from 9am thru 2pm, at Puyallup's Pioneer Park & Pavilion. Activities will include: Free coffee & donuts in the morning; hot dogs & chili … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup Art & Wine Walk October 20th. Save the Date! - 09/14/07 03:16 PM
The annual Puyallup Art & Wine Walk is scheduled for Saturday October 20th. If you live in or around Puyallup I hope you will join us! It promises to be a fun filled event!. Drop in and meet your friendly Puyallup area Real Estate agent! Rainier Real Estate will be open … (1 comments)
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puyallup: Pierce County Condo prices, listing and sales rising. - 08/15/07 02:09 PM
A report in the Tacoma News Tribune today shows that prices and sales are up in the Pierce County region.The report can be found here. I find this to be good news for everyone in the real estate market. Buyers benefit as there are more homes/condos to choose from. Sellers benefit … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup Area Housing Statistics for July of 2007 - 08/07/07 02:51 PM
Puyallup's trend followed along with Pierce County this month. Housing prices continue to rise along with inventory levels. There are 31% more homes on the market now than there were this time last year, but home owners in Puyallup saw on avererage a $10,000 appreciation from last year (About 3.5%).
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puyallup: Sushi comes to South Hill . . . - 06/23/07 12:53 PM
Or rather I should post this title as "John's bank account will never be the same". While I'm not a big fan of Sushi (California rolls are about all I can do) my wife Teri LOVES it, the more the better. So I'm a bit distressed that a sushi joint has … (3 comments)
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puyallup: South Hill Puyallup Grows Up - Sunrise Village - 06/20/07 05:17 PM
If you live anywhere near south hill, and particularly if you regularly travel south of 144th and Meridian, you start to wonder what kind of people live "out there". There's not a whole lot of shopping per se and the traffic on Meridian at times is enough to drive you straight to … (1 comments)
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puyallup: Charming Craftsman in Rebecca Ridge! - 06/11/07 08:09 PM
Combining old world craftsmanship with modern day conveniences, welcome to the Acadia by Luxury Pacific Homes! You'll love coming home to this stylishly decorated home in Rebecca Ridge. Pulling into your driveway you're greeted by expertly manicured landscaping and an inviting covered porch. You'll immediately notice the quality of this … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Cross Base Highway - State Route 704 - 06/10/07 06:14 PM
For those of you that are not Pierce County residents, this post may not make much sense. However those of you that are and particularly those of you living in South Pierce County (Spanaway, South Hill Puyallup, Graham, Eatonville, etc.) this will be of particular interest to you.
Background: The cross-base … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Puyallup River Walk Trail Opens!!! - 06/05/07 05:53 PM
It was a beautiful Saturday morning June 2nd at the Puyallup's River Walk Trail ribbon cutting ceremony. The trail runs along Puyallup River from the truck scales on River Road to Mama Stortini's Ristorante on Main Avenue.
Only a little more than half of the trail is paved right now, so users … (1 comments)
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puyallup: Free Oil Change When You Open A Vehicle Fleet Account For Your Company's Vehicle - 05/24/07 05:56 PM
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puyallup: FREE - GAS WITH EVERY COMPLETE TUNE UP - 05/15/07 05:03 PM
Meridian Transmission & Automotive Center in Puyallup is doing more than just automotive repair these days. They are giving away free gas cards to customers who purchase a Complete Tune Up Package to help thier vehicles run more efficiently during the Nationwide Gas Price Increase. Jon Aldrich Jr, owner of … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Automotive Servicing Discounts For ActiveRain & Localism members - 05/09/07 01:57 PM
With all the Hustle & Bustle that Real Estate agents & Mortgage Professionals put on thier personal and company vehicles, there has to be someone to assist in maintaining thier proper upkeep and care. I am now also Managing Fleet Accounts with a local automotive company that has been giving Excellent … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Proper Vehicle Maintenace Assistance For ActiveRain Members - 05/09/07 01:51 PM
With all the Hustle & Bustle that Real Estate agents & Mortgage Professionals put on thier personal and company vehicles, there has to be someone to assist in maintaining thier proper upkeep and care. I am now also Managing Fleet Accounts with a local automotive company that has been giving Excellent … (0 comments)
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puyallup: Alpacapalooza This Weekend! - 03/29/07 04:55 PM
The Alpaca Association of Western Washington is celebrating its 9th year of Alpacapalooza, described in its press release as "Three Days of Peace, Love, and Livestock" which will be held in the Western Washington Fairgrounds in Puyallup, Washington, this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 30-April 1st.
Free to all, this event is … (9 comments)
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