Looking Into My Crystal Ball. . . - 12/30/10 08:44 PM
Looking into my Crystal Ball. . .If only I had one!
Naturally, in December everyone is speculating about what type of year the new year will be. We have undergone so many changes in the past three years, it is no wonder that there is even more speculation this time around. Generally when you look at the forecasts, economists are now calling for a stronger rebound during the next 12 months. Not necessarily very strong, but stronger than the predictions we saw just a few months ago. If these predictions come to fruition, we may see the housing market become … (6 comments)

Can I still receive the $8000 home buyer tax credit as a Military Service Member? - 12/28/10 09:09 PM
Great information on the $8000 home buyer tax credit.  Lanre Folayan ~ "The Real Estate Farmer" does a fantastic job of answering this question and supplying the criteria on this subject for both agents and buyers alike.  Thanks for such a great blog Lanre!
Via Lanre"The Real Estate Farmer" Folayan DC & PG County MD homes for sale (EXIT Advance Realty-Upper Marlboro,MD (PG County MD Homes)):
     Can I still receive the $8000 home buyer tax credit as a Military Service Member? The answer is absolutely yes. But you can receive the $8000 home buyer tax credit ONLY if you are a Military … (0 comments)

Why Buy in 2011?! - 12/27/10 03:43 PM
Why Buy in 2011?!  I can think of a whole list of reasons to be a homeowner in the coveted Magical Valley of Walla Walla!
Featured Property. . .Just Reduced and Short Sale Approved.  Click the link for a detailed brochure on this Preferred Listing!
The Top Four Reasons
Mortgage rates are still at historic lows but beginning to edge upwards. It is anticipated that a rate hike will take place before third quarter 2011 as the Fed sees more positive economic recovery. The Washington real estate market is forecast to recover in 2012, meaning that prices will stabilize and begin … (3 comments)

Do I Really Need To Have A Home Inspection? - 12/27/10 02:41 PM
Rob Thomas wrote this great blog.  The question comes up frequently with our first time home buyers.  We can not emphasize enough the importance of a home inspection.
Via Rob Thomas Realtor, ABR, GRI, e-PRO (Heritage Homes at Sixth Street,Inc CALL....423-341-6954):
Do I Really Need To Have A Home Inspection?
This is just one in a series of posts that I will share where I attempt to answer frequently asked Real Estate questions that I receive in emails from clients and Internet leads.
I hope you find this informative and of value if you have the same concerns.
On the question "Do I … (1 comments)

Saved by Christmas. . .By Steve McCann - 12/25/10 12:34 PM
Wanted to share this heart warming story featured in  American Thinker. Saved by Christmas By Steve McCann
Preparations are underway in the United States and the nations of Europe to celebrate Christmas first and foremost as a tribute to materialism.  These increasingly agnostic and secular societies have chosen to ignore the existence of God and have instead placed more and more trust in man.  The consequence of this misguided reliance and the reality of God's outstretched helping hand is embodied in the story of a young boy from the streets of a nameless city in an unknown country. World War II … (3 comments)

When Working on Goals for 2011. . .Keep this in mind! - 12/23/10 01:20 AM
Along with success comes a reputation for wisdom. Euripides
 
 They can because they think they can.
Virgil
 

Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude. Thomas Jefferson
Keep steadily before you the fact that all true success depends at last upon yourself. Theodore T. Hunger
 
We are all motivated by a keen desire for praise, and the better a man is, the more he is inspired to glory. Cicero
 
Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated … (15 comments)

Luxury Real Estate For Sale in Walla Walla, Washington - 12/21/10 02:24 AM
Luxury Real Estate For Sale in Walla Walla, Washington.
Just Listed ~ Unique Jewel in the Beverly Hills of Walla Walla Wine Country.  Perched on a hilltop with 360 degree, awe inspiring views.  This rare, one-of-a-kind estate defines luxury.  Situated in the development of Hilltop Acres, a private and peaceful rural setting only 7 minutes from downtown Walla Walla. Come live the ultimate lifestyle in Wine Country.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Features include:
4.62 Landscaped Acres Indoor Pool Sauna Jacuzzi Spa … (6 comments)

Short Sales: How to Stop Harassing Debt Collector Phone Calls - 12/20/10 11:40 AM
Excellent. . .Informative. . .And Helpful to the general public.  Everyone should know their rights.  I have clients in my office that are stuggling to short sale their properties and are behind on their credit cards....They are exhausted from all the phone calls they receive throughout their work day. Thanks Scott Auten for such a great post.
Via Scott Auten (CDPE, Distressed Property Specialist):

Miramar FL – If you are facing financial hardship, then paying credit cards and other unsecured debts is your lowest priority. An unsecured debt is a debt where they can't take away your car or house. A secured … (1 comments)

Home with Vineyard for sale in Walla Walla Wine Country - 12/16/10 01:53 AM
Home with Vineyard for sale in Walla Walla Wine Country . . .
 
The above property is no longer available, but there is a similar property right next door that just came on the market!

This lastest Home with Vineyard for sale in Walla Walla Wine Country is described as:
The Crown Jewel of Bella Terra. . .Located in a premier, gated, vineyard community in Walla Walla Wine Country. Boasting sensational views of the Blue Mountains and surrounding vineyards, this exquisite French Chateau is situated on 6.27 gracious acres. Perched on a hilltop this property takes in breath-taking sunsets. … (6 comments)

For the Rock Star in All of Us. . .Firework by Katy Perry - 12/16/10 01:01 AM
Katy Perry is my hero and by far one most talented artists out there!  I love her latest long, "FIREWORK."

The lyrics to the Katy Perry's song Firework are:

Do you ever feel like a plastic bag Drifting through the wind Wanting to start again Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin Like a house of cards One blow from caving in Do you ever feel already buried deep Six feet under scream But no one seems to hear a thing Do you know that there's still a chance for you Cause there's a spark in you You … (5 comments)

Napa Valley ~ Stags' Leap Wine is Fabulous! - 12/15/10 02:25 AM
Napa Valley ~ Stag's Leap Wine is Fabulous!
Tonight, as I am sitting at my desk finishing up and getting ready to head out the door to my favorite restaurant (T. Maccarone's) for dinner. . . The FedEx Truck pulls into my parking lot.  I receive a large box.  Hmmmm. . .what could it be and who is it from?  I open the box and squeal with delight.  There lay 3 bottles of wine by Stag's Leap Winery with a card from their winemaker Christophe Paubert.  The card reads, "Trisha, A little sample of what we do here. Thank you again … (3 comments)

5 Predictions for 2011 - 12/14/10 07:35 PM
5 Predictions for 2011 Freddie Mac analysts point to five features that they believe will likely characterize the 2011 housing and mortgage markets: 1. Low mortgage rates. With Fed observers expecting the central bank to keep the federal funds rate at its current target range of 0 percent to 0.25 percent for most (or all) of 2011, relatively low mortgage rates will be a feature of the 2011 mortgage market. Thirty-year fixed-rate loans are likely to remain below 5 percent throughout the year, and initial rates of 5/1 hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages will likely remain below 4 percent in 2011. 2. Prices … (2 comments)

Can you put a price on your principles? Are they worth $0? - 12/14/10 01:26 AM
Excellent blog post by Alex Morris.  I share his sentiments on this topic and tell my clients that "some money is better than no money." 
Via Alex Morris - Austin Real Estate Agent:
I have come across a few properties recently that are scheduled for auction.  Let me offer this immediate and sincere disclaimer:    I am saddened by all owner-occupied foreclosures.   I never want to see people forced out of their homes.  Regardless of the circumstances, we would all prefer that the scheduled mortgage played out as expected, and payments were all made in a timely fashion.    That said, foreclosures … (2 comments)

The Victor - 12/13/10 12:26 AM
"The Victor" Poet: C.W. Longenecker
If you think you are beaten, you are. If you think you dare not, you don’t If you like to win but think you can’t, It’s almost a cinch you won’t. If you think you’ll lose, you’re lost. For out in the world we find Success begins with a fellow’s will It’s all in the state of mind. If you think you are outclassed, you are. You’ve got to think high to rise. You’ve got to be sure of yourself before You can ever win the prize. Life’s battles don’t always go To the stronger … (4 comments)

Open House in Walla Walla, Washington 99362 - 12/11/10 11:56 PM
Open House in Walla Walla, Washington 99362 tomorrow, December 12th from 1:00-3:00.  Please stop by and tour this fabulous resort style property.  Have some warm cider and hot out of the oven cookies.
Address: 1776 Shelton Road, Walla Walla, Washington 99362
This Preferred Properties Listing was recently reduced on 12/09/10 to $449,000 (Original List price $649,000) . . .Truly an incredible buy and won't last long.  Stop by the open house to check out this fine home that boasts over 4,000 square feet of heated living space.
Located in a desirable East-side location with views of the Blue Mountains. . .This … (5 comments)

Walla Walla, America's New Wine Capital - 12/09/10 04:08 AM
Walla Walla, America's New Wine Capital. . . It is exciting to get national recognition for our balanced and elegant wines.  A recent segment done by NBC's Today Show featured Walla Walla, Washington.  An interview by Nilou Motamed, the Features Director of Travel and Leisure discussed "Unexpected Vacation Spots."  Nilou Motamed said, "The next great wine destination. You heard it here first, Walla Walla,Washington. . .For great Syrahs, Merlots and Cabernets, this is the place to go!"
 

 
I am sold on our "Magical Valley" and for several years now have known one of our nations best kept secrets … (25 comments)

A Toast to Tuesdays! - 12/08/10 01:12 AM
That's right and by definition. . . I mean toast in the sense:
1. a tribute or proposal of health, success, etc, given to a person or thing by a company of people and marked by raising glasses and drinking together
2. a person or thing honored by such a tribute or proposal
3. (esp formerly) an attractive woman to whom such tributes are frequently made: she was the toast of the town
I see a lot of blogs titled Motivational Monday, Wordless Wednesday, you get the gist.  At my office Tuesdays are special.  Everyone walks around smiling saying with great … (4 comments)

Market Update Courtesy of the Northwest Multiple Listing Service - 12/06/10 11:19 PM
November’s home sales rose a modest 2 percent, surprising some Northwest MLS Brokers!
KIRKLAND, Wash. (Dec. 6, 2010) – Northwest Multiple Listing Service members recorded a few pleasant surprises last month. Pending sales during November outgained the same month a year ago, marking the first year-over-year increase since April, when the tax credits expired.
Also noted as encouraging were an upswing in relocation sales, shrinkage in the number of new listings added to inventory, and a year-to-date volume of closed sales that is outpacing 2009.
Northwest MLS director OB Jacobi described last month’s gain in the number of transactions written as … (0 comments)

365 Things to do in Walla Walla, Washington 99362 - 12/05/10 03:26 PM
365 Things to do in Walla Walla, Washington 99362.  Walla Walla, Washington was recently featured on NBC's Today Show as one of the best vacation spots in the nation.  Walla Walla was actually preferred over the Napa Valley.  Our local vineyards and wineries have received international recognition for the fabulous wines produced and found in Walla Walla. 
Walla Walla Valley is a small community with a county population of approximately 50,000 people.  Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Mountains this enchanting community is unique for a number of reasons:
Over 100 Wineries and Vineyards Whitman College, Walla Walla University … (5 comments)

Seasonal Safety Precautions - 12/03/10 07:24 PM
Each year fires occurring during the holiday season injure over 1,600 Americans, according to firesafety.gov. By following precautionary tips, you can ensure a safe holiday season for you and your family.
When selecting a Christmas tree, needles on a fresh tree should be green and hard to pull back from the branches. Do not place your tree near a heat source, including a fireplace or heat vent. When the tree becomes dry, dispose of it promptly. Inspect holiday lights for frayed wires, bare spots, broken or gapped sockets and excessive wear.  Do not link more than three light strands, unless directions … (0 comments)

Will Work For Food - 12/01/10 11:28 PM
Aside from being a total foody-- I have a hard time saying, "no" especially when it involves helping others.  From time to time, people come to me with their problems, and if I can help them - I do. . .No strings attached.
Nadia, a former client came to me needing to sell her house because their household income was impacted by the economy.  I suggest a loan modification and offered to help her with it as English is her second language.  The loan modification was a grueling process with Chase Bank (1st Started with Washington Mutual).  Nadia didn't have a … (6 comments)

Where's My Caboose? - 12/01/10 10:12 PM
As a former school teacher I loved this blog. I appreciated Judi's analogy of personalizing the real estate transaction to that of the wave children wait for from the train workers as the Caboose passes by...Expectations are great for everyone.
Via Judi Barrett ~ Integrity Real Estate Services ~ IDABEL, OK:
Where's My Caboose? I read a post recently on Active Rain about how much the poster loves trains...
This got me to thinking about it.. I used to love trains when I was a child.  I had not really realized that they don't bring that smile to my face that … (2 comments)

 
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Walla Walla, WA

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Commercial, Residential, New Construction, Historical Homes, Land, Recreational, CRP Ground, Multi-Family, Income Properties, Land Home Packages, 1031 Exchange, Leasing, and Vacation Rentals. In the past year, I have successfully helped clients with loan modifications, short sales, and trustee sales/foreclosures. There is no listing or sale too small or large for our company. Real Estate is our passion.


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