Well it has been about a week since Windermere upgraded our websites to bring us the best of the best techonology in today's world.  I for one, well, truthfully, do not like change but have slowly learned to adapt and overcome!  I haven't quite completed or accomplished the look and feel I am looking for on my new website, but I hope you'll hang in there until all the kinks are worked out and we're back on track! I am fairly computer and internet savvy, but it has been a challenge utilizing the new format, but I know with time and knowledge it will be better than ever for both you, as the consumer,and myself, as a professional broker marketing your home for sale or for rent!  I have not had much time to learn all the new tricks and widgets and links etc. due to being quite busy in the f... 10/23/2011

The Theler wetlands is the perfect way to enjoy a lazy Sunday afternoon. Birds dip and soar as they call to the winds. Small animals pause on the graveled path as if to consider the humans. Breezes carry through the channel of Hood Canal to retell a legend lost to time. The coy sun melts though the gray and understands that Theler is more than a moment to be found.   09/25/2011

Its a sad to to see this place close, we will miss this great place to hang out.      The food that my family and I have received there has always been very tasty ( somewhat greasy at times, but hey – that’s part of the charm). The french fries are the best (I love the natural skins on and floppiness of them). The onion rings are hand dipped and we love them as well. And the milkshakes are made from hand-dipped ice cream the old-fashioned way. Your flavor in town will be missed. Thanks for the time you were here! www.daryldatus.com love to hear of your memorys of a favorite place!  09/20/2011

Updated and remodeled one story 3 Quick Links Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale What is your home worth? Short Sale Homes For Sale Belfair, Hood Canal & Puget Sound Homes for Sale Homes for sale in my Area Allyn, WA Homes for Sale See Property Details Call: 360-710-5622 for more information on this or any other property. Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. Visit Property Website Courtesy : Valerie Spaulding vlsallyn@windermere.com 360-710-5622 Updated and remodeled one story 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home. A fully finished bonus room with a half bath offers lots of possibilities as well! Tucked off the road on 1.88 of an acre with a single car garage. Community beach acces as well! The home i... 08/20/2011

In the moments of Sunday sales, I had this car drive into the parking lot, for no other reason than just good old classic fun, I wanted to share this picture. Many times over the sales drives me to get another classic, if you have a favorite send me a picture. Or if you have another love send it with your thoughts. Have a great 2nd quarter end! Daryl www.daryldatus.com 06/05/2011

This year we are looking forward to oyster fest, below  is some info to help guide you to the PLACE! With the help of nearly 100 community organizations, Skookum Rotary stages it's annual small town, BIG event! The Pacific Rim Oyster Open Speed & Half-Shell Oyster Shucking Contests are the centerpiece of the festival. Two other Open events are the Art and Photography Competition and the Seafood Cook-Off. Free entertainment is on-going. Wine tasting is provided by several Washington State Wineries and the Microbreweries certainly know how to do their thing. Not to mention the food venders--none of whom may duplicate another's delicacy. Our advice-Come Hungry! The Fairground is located on Sanderson Field, 1/2 mile north of Shelton, west of US Highway 101. Many folks with private aircraft ... 05/25/2011

North Mason Rotary Club is the proud sponsor of the 9th Annual "Taste of Hood Canal" summer event on Saturday, August 13, 2011, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Downtown Belfair on Clifton Lane. Admission is free! The "Taste" will feature a larger and expanded custom and classic car show, beer, wine tasting by Riverhill Winery, featuring specialties from local restaurants, family entertainment throughout the day, live music all day, food booths including North Mason Chamber of Commerce world-famous grilled oysters, seafood salads, and a variety of wonderful treats, informational displays, art and craft booths, fire engines, local artists and lots of fun for all! Come early for the 4th Annual Mason County Fire District 2 Pancake Breakfast- Served from 8:00a.m. to 11:30 am- Menu includes pancak... 05/23/2011

  RE: Belfair Wastewater and Water Reclamation Facilities Project announces Side Sewer Drop-In Session to assist property owners with side sewer construction The Belfair Wastewater and Water Reclamation Facilities Project will host a Side Sewer Drop-In Session for property owners to talk one-on-one with county staff and consultants about the equivalent residential unit (ERU) estimate for their property and ask questions about their side sewer connection. The meeting will be held: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 4 to 6 p.m. North Mason School District Headquarters (71 E. Campus Dr, Belfair, WA 98528) The drop-in session precedes the regularly scheduled 5th Tuesday Commissioners Meeting, which will include a presentation on the project. Businesses are encouraged to attend and provide their 2010 ... 03/26/2011

  Ask a room of Realtors, “What’s the real estate market doing?” and you’ll get more opinions than you have Realtors.  I do think, in all the confusion, there is a simple truth. The truth is there is no housing market, there are at least are two markets – primary and secondary.  Of the homes that are selling this winter, few are “primary residences”.  The primary market, where we all live and raise our children is stunted by foreclosures.  This puts the banks in the awkward position of both selling and financing properties.  This conflict in interest has banks driving the market with values that would have been unbelievable less than four years ago and while the financial institutions control the market,  real estate market is picking up but taking its sweet time doing it.  Hope does ex... 03/25/2011

Do you know what's the most precious commodity in business? Time!    www.daryldatus.com 03/10/2011

Putting your house on the market? Before the "For Sale" sign goes up, give your property the ultimate spring cleaning. When it comes to showcasing your home for sale, there's no such thing as a house that's too clean.  Here's what I recomend as an expert  you do to clean before holding an open house. Prior to your first open house, review each room for grime and clutter, including the garage, basement or attic, as there are multiple steps to a polished look.  And beware the too corny maneuver: apples baking in the oven are definitely out; the aromas of essentials oils, however, are in.Give yourself time to prep for an open house as every surface needs to be cleaned. And just like when company comes, clean and de-clutter to impress,  clean windows and screens, clean doors and finger-mark... 03/08/2011

Lynch and Beards Cove   Market update for   January 2011   　 　 Currently there are 23 active homes for sale 11 Manufactured Homes/12 Stick Built Homes   Home listing prices range from $27,980-$249,000   The Average Listing price is $131,084 The average Price per square foot is $99.11 　 　 Currently the are 5 pending sales   The Average pending price is $134,633 There were 2 sold property in the month of January and the average sales price was $144,000     In conclusion the market area has a very high inventory level. 50% of the inventory is bank owned foreclosure properties and another 15% are short sale properties.   To find out more or to receive a free market analysis on your property located in or around Beards Cove / Lynch Cove call me today!   Michelle Roethle 360-649-1195 www.Mic... 02/07/2011

Often it is not the strong and powerful things of this world that make the biggest difference but the meek and steadfast. The same way water cuts through rock......LOVING KINDNESS coupled with PATIENCE and PERSEVERANCE are powerful forces in transforming us and our world. It seems we all need to look within to help each other. www.daryldatus.com 01/31/2011

Home Buying Process If you are a first-time homebuyer or haven't bought a home in a while, this guide will offer valuable information about buying a home. Gather the information you will need to qualify for a home mortgage   Before you can buy a home, you will need to secure financing. Be ready to provide a mortgage lender with the following information: Income and Employment What is your current income? Are you employed? Do you have a history of steady employment? Down Payment Your lender will ask how much money you have available for a down payment. A down payment of 20 percent or more of the home purchase price demonstrates your commitment to long-term homeownership and provides you with immediate equity in a new home. Credit History Your lender will review your credit history - how ... 01/23/2011

Hood Canal Waterfront Homes Sold and Active~The 2010 Year in Review~ Well, I think we can all agree that 2010 was definitely a tough year all around and we are all glad to move forward into 2011!  So how did the Hood Canal, North Shore and South Shore and Puget Sound (Allyn, Grapeview & Victor) waterfront homes for sale fair throughout the year of 2010?  Let's take a look.  There were a total of 13 sold waterfront homes in those areas specific.  North Shore Waterfront Homes Sold : (4) total.  South Shore Waterfront Homes Sold : (4) total. Puget Sound (Allyn, Victor & Grapeview) waterfront homes sold : (5) Average sold price: $449,069 Average $$'s per sq foot? $333.29 Average Days on the market :  154 It was a fairly slow market throughout the year for waterfront homes for sale along the... 01/10/2011

Lynch and Beards Cove   Market update for   December 2010   　 　 Currently there are 13 active homes for sale   Home listing prices range from $27,980-$249,000   The Average Listing price is $158,614 The average Price per square foot is $105.54 　 　 Currently the are 3 pending sales   The Average pending price is $134,633 There was 1 sold property in the month of December and the sales price was $125,000     In conclusion the market area has a very high inventory level. 25% of the inventory is bank owned foreclosure properties and another 15% are short sale properties.   To find out more or to receive a free market analysis on your property located in or around Beards Cove / Lynch Cove call me today!   Michelle Roethle 360-649-1195   www.MichellesRealEstate.com       01/05/2011

Twanoh Falls community   Market update for   December 2010   　 　 Currently there are 8 active homes for sale   Home listing prices range from $149,500-$364,999   The Average Listing price is $195,419 The average Price per square foot is $123.00 　 　 Currently the is 0 pending sales   　 There were 0 sold properties for the month of October   　 　 In conclusion the market area has a moderately high inventory level. 10% of the inventory is bank owned foreclosure properties and another 10% are short sale properties.   To find out more or to receive a free market analysis on your property located in or around Twanoh Falls Community call me today!   Michelle Roethle 360-649-1195   www.MichellesRealEstate.com       01/05/2011

Home appraisals are a necessary step in the process of selling or refinancing your home. While many homes today aren't worth as much as they were when they were bought, it is crucial for homeowners to be realistic when it comes to getting their home appraised. If you are in the process of getting your home ready to be put on the market or if you are interested in refinancing, review the following tips from Equity Mortgage Lending as you prepare for your home appraisal. The appraiser will need approximately 30 minutes to one hour to complete the inspection phase of the appraisal process, which includes: exterior photos of the front and rear of the home and a photo of the street in front of the property; measurements of the exterior of the home, garage and any outbuildings; a walk-through... 12/27/2010

Most folks work hard for their money. Why sit by while it slips through the cracks? There are simple and inexpensive steps that you can take to make your home more energy efficient and these solutions often bring big returns. As a bonus, they benefit the environment as well as the family piggy bank. In this article we look at some simple and inexpensive ways to reduce energy consumption in the home. Lowe's is happy to provide this information as a service to you.Making Your Home More Energy EfficientInsulating Your Water HeaterIf you always have plenty of hot water, you may be able to get by with lowering your water heater's thermostat setting. Just don't lower it below 120° F. Electric heaters benefit most from this approach to saving energy. Timers are also available which allow you t... 12/27/2010

Trails End Community   Market update for   October 2010   　 Currently there are 5 active homes for sale   Home listing prices range from $90,000-$249,000   The Average Listing price is $164,770 The average Price per square foot is $124.12 　 　 Currently the are 2 pending sales   The Average pending price is $202,450 There were 2 sold properties for the month of October   The Average Sales price was $186,900   In conclusion the market area has a moderately high inventory level. 10% of the inventory is bank owned foreclosure properties and another 10% are short sale properties.   To find out more or to receive a free market analysis on your property located in or around Trails End Community call me today!   Michelle Roethle 360-649-1195   www.MichellesRealEstate.com         11/17/2010