Carol B.C. Honkanen's Blog

In today's market, it seems a bit odd to still be a Real Estate Agent.BUT, for those of us who still are - we love the challenges. We may not be making the best of money right now, but we still have thedesire to help people looking for homes, or those who want to Sell.  RealEstate is part of who ...

I'm curious about the majority of people who are out looking for homes. Are you looking for a home, with serious intentions to Buy? or Are you looking for homes, because your Agent asked you to use other Agents until you are ready for him/her to write up your Offer? or Are you just browsing and c...

Did you know that you don't have to pay a Contractor "in advance"?!  :-o The more reputable ones will allow you to pay them when they finish.  This is the SAFEST thing to do,and you won't be financially obligated to keep a bad Contractor, for the fear of losing your money.(I only work with Contra...

Carol B.C. Honkanen Associate Broker / Certified Marketing Master Mobile:206-334-2553 FAX:888-671-6565 Website:Visit Website Price : $569,000 Bedrooms : 3 Bathrooms : 3 Square Foot : 2,824 Lot Size : 33,976 sq.ft. Community : WindandTide County : Snohomish Property Type : Attached Year Built : 1...

What are your Pros and Cons about Flat Rate Fees versus Typical Commission Rates? Personally, I believe all Clients should have a "choice" when it comes to what they pay. That's why I offer them the Flat Rate Fee AND traditional Commission rates.  I let themdecide what services they prefer and wh...

I thought I'd start a Blog about the awesome place to live, Snohomish county.Whether you are in the city (proper) or in an unicorporated area of Snohomish county,you know the special reasons YOU have for living here.What are YOUR reasons for living in Snohomish country?What sets it apart from the...