washington state: Great News For First Time Home Buyers in Washington State - Down Payment Assistance Near
- 04/17/09 08:41 AM
Great news and big news for the residents of Washington State regarding home ownership, buying and selling. The Senate Ways and Means Committee last night unanimously approved a measure designed to help first-time homebuyers come up with a down-payment. The committee adopted the measure as an amendment to the proposed Senate biennial operating budget. The proposal would make the $8000 federal tax credit for first-time home buyers available at the closing of a home sale instead of when a buyer files a tax return. Homebuyers would repay the $8000 after filing for and receiving a tax refund. The amendment creates a … (3 comments)
washington state: Washington & Snohomish County Real Estate Asbestos Prevention
- 02/24/09 06:53 AM
In the world of real estate, there can be an overwhelming amount of items on the agenda. Having the assistance of those in the industry can be a big part in accumulating the right information to making the crucial decision. The path to home ownership is a great accomplishment that will also make for additional responsibilities. Many homes will also require repairs or remodeling. Washington and Snohomish residents seeking to buy or remodel a home built prior to 1980 should be aware the potential for asbestos laden materials remains a possibility. This by no means should make you incredibly frightened because … (0 comments)
washington state: The Buying Process in Washington State
- 06/16/08 09:21 AM
Many of you think that when we find your dream property, write an offer and get it accepted, our job is done. Far from that point.....our job is just beginning. In addition to helping you find your dream home through the listings we have sent you, making appointments to show you these listings, we are always working FOR you. When we first met we gave you a copy of the "Laws of Real Estate Agency" that describes your legal rights in dealing with a real estate broker or salesperson in Washington State. It describes the duties of a licensee, a seller's … (4 comments)
washington state: The Heavens are Raining in Seattle
- 05/28/08 12:15 PM
JP Morgan Chase is expanding it's home lending business in Washington State and will more than quadruple it's market share by the end of the year. Chase has seven branches and plans to open up four more offices this year. As reported in the Puget Sound Business Journal "The financial's giant's plans are reflective of the state's rosy reputation among mortgage bankers, and also could indicate a resurgence of the mortgage industry as stable lenders step in to fill the gaps left by those that have gone out of business." They also reported that Golf Savings Bank, a subsidiary of Spokane-based … (1 comments)
washington state: Washington State - The Sky is NOT Falling
- 05/10/08 08:28 AM
With all of the attention on the failing national housing market, many people have lost sight of the fact that Washington State is a unique market place. We have not seen the crash that most other states have. The median priced single family home in Snohomish County has dropped only .92% since last year. Here is why: 1. Washington has an extremely strong economy: unemployment is under 5 percent and according to the Washington State Office of financial management, we are projected to add another two million residents in the next 12 years. 2. Wshington has few subprime loans in danger … (3 comments)
washington state: Leadership Institute Northwest - Washington Realtors
- 04/23/08 01:40 AM
I have the privilege of having been chosen as one of seven applicants accepted from a pool of 25 applicants for 2008 to attend the Leadership Institute Northwest for Washington Realtors. It is an intense 9 day session broken into three two and half day sessions over six months. The goal is to identify future leaders of the Washington Realtors Association. They bring in national speakers, do leadership training sessions and prepare you to be a future officer and leader. We join in with the Oregon Association of Realtors in this venture so there are seven participants from each state. I am honored … (2 comments)
washington state: Do You Know Where Your Toilet Paper Comes From
- 02/12/08 01:21 PM
Well, Everett, WA does have a claim to fame; Boeing, Fluke Mfg., the Everett Naval Base and, ta da, the Kimberly-Clark Pulp Mill. Can you believe they produce over a million rolls of toilet tissue and paper products each day with about 850 employees. The plant sits on the Puget Sound waterfront neighboring the Naval Base. They were recently fined $235,000 for a smokey six month fire in waste wood chips that was meant for fuel. This is the largest fine ever levied on a pulp mill in Washington. Shame, shame, Kimberly-Clark, I'm sure you'll be hearing from the Pollution Control of Washington State. … (5 comments)
washington state: Washington Weather (The OTHER Washington)
- 10/07/07 11:35 AM
Well, who ever spoke about Washington weather, spoke too soon. It has been a short, and I mean short Autumn; however, it's as if someone "flipped the switch" and now the RAINS COMETH! As am writing this the winds are blowing the sky is dark and it's raining "cats and dogs". And on top of that the Seattle Seahawks lost to Pittsburg this afternoon, Bah Hum Bug! Well, people, get used to it. If you live in Washington State, it's going to be like this until you see the first bud of spring. Unless we get some of that "white stuff" at low elevations … (3 comments)
washington state: Buyer Tips
- 09/27/06 01:16 PM
Knowledge is power, but where do you go to educate yourself about the home buying process? It's a complicated one and you really need to understand the full process. By reading my book, "How To Make Your Realtor Get You The Best Deal," Washington State Edition. You will learn money saving tips from choosing an agent, to inspecting a home, to negotiating the best deal. You will learn from the Pros!You can purchase my book on Amazon.com for $17.95, or I am offering a Free copy to the first 25 people to contact me with a request. Give me a call, 425-308-3669 … (7 comments)
washington state: Office Administrators and Staff
- 09/03/06 07:38 PM
I have to say our RE/MAX Northwest offices in Washington State have the best staff and administrators. So often we forget their work behind the scenes that make us look good. They are always friendly, talk with a smile on their faces, will offer to do things to assist in our business and are there just when we need a friend. I want to say THANK YOU to this fabulous group of people. You are so appreciated. Thank you for helping me grow my business. You're the best. Thank you for interfacing with those difficult phone calls, thank you for sorting thru … (2 comments)
washington state: Holiday Weekend Friday Nite Capers
- 09/01/06 05:29 PM
OK, most everyone in Washington State has traveled out of town this weekend based on the bumper to bumper traffic on I-5, I'm happy just staying home. I've treated myself to TV and have been watching the Food Channel! Boy, Paula Dean and Rachael Ray can eat themselves out of any trouble! And they do it with such zest. My hobby is gourmet cooking so I enjoy reading cookbooks, magazines, and television shows about cooking. I'm always learning. I go way back to the "Julia Childs" days! I was a big fan of hers in the 70's and 80's. I even had my … (5 comments)
washington state: What Do REALTORS® Believe?
- 07/17/06 06:58 AM
As President-Elect 2007 for my local Board of Realtors, Snohomish County Camano Association of Realtors®, (SCCAR), I'd like to share these facts with you: Protecting Property Rights - REALTORS® believe that private property rights are fundamental to our free-market economic system and a cornerstone upon which this nation was founded. A strong economy depends upon preserving the right to freely own, use and transfer real property. Ensuring Economic Vitality - REALTORS®believe a strong economy with full employment for our citizens throughout the state remains the single biggest key to our quality of life. A healthy economy sustains vibrant communities for living and working. … (3 comments)
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