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2018 

There are some places to live within the United States where the streets roll up at sunset; everything closes at dusk. For some folks, that quiet lifestyle of simple living and early curfews may be a dream come true, but for the city-slickers who have a need to get-up-and-go after the sun has gon...
04/26/2018
Step outside and take a look at your house. That’s right, you are looking at one of the biggest investments of your life. It’s not just where you live and create memories, this is probably the largest asset you have right now. Doesn’t it seem senseless to ignore routine maintenance and repairs th...
04/25/2018
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you may be surprised when you apply for your first mortgage. You suddenly find out your credit score is too low and your dream of owning a home seems to be disappearing. Unless you can find a way to raise your credit score, but how? Many first-time home buy...
04/24/2018
Buying a home is an exciting adventure, but moving in to that house can be stressful, time consuming, and expensive. There’s a multitude of things to consider when you’re moving. One of the most important considerations is whether or not you should hire a moving company.If the thought of boxing u...
04/23/2018
Moving to a new house is an exciting experience, but it can be a stressful one. Imagine how it will feel for your pet. They depend on you to keep them safe and help them feel secure. Don’t let them down when it comes to the move. Check out these helpful tips for moving with your pet. Make the exp...
04/20/2018
There are many benefits to homeownership. One of the top ones is being able to protect yourself from rising rents and lock in your housing cost for the life of your mortgage.Don’t Become TrappedJonathan Smoke, Chief Economist at realtor.com, reported on what he calls a “Rental Affordability Crisi...
04/19/2018
After a wonderful day out shopping with friends, you’re looking forward to enjoying a quiet evening at home. As you unload your packages and head for the house, you notice that your front door is slightly ajar. Cautiously, you approach the door and find that your private sanctuary was invaded by ...
04/18/2018
Before you set out on the search for your dream home, it’s important to know exactly how much money you’re going to need. You may be looking at house listings online and see several you like within the $600,000 price range. That’s is right within your budget, right? Maybe. Don’t forget to factor ...
04/17/2018
King County Home Sales Report shows record sales. In March, King County Closed Sales saw a decrease of 8.15%. The median house sales price in King County was up 45.62% over last year to $625,000.  In March the Eastside closed sales were up 1.68% and the median home price grew by 12.83%. Inventory...
04/16/2018
It does no good to find your dream house if it’s located in a neighborhood you dislike. Gathering neighborhood information should be at the top of your to-so list when you begin the home buying process. Once you move in to the house, you will have to deal with whatever community issues arise. It’...
04/12/2018
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