8 Real Estate Articles and 13 Properties You May Have Missed

Real Estate Articles and New WA Properties

Congratulations to everyone we made it through a really wet April here in Washington.  We were all dreaming about the type of weather we finally had yesterday.  Blue Skies and at least in the 60s.  It seems like everyone in my whole neighbor did yard work yesterday for fear of the returning rain.  I was blessed by the golden yellow orb with my first sunburn of 2011.  …Anyway here is more about what’s been happening with RESG.

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Did You Repay Your First-Time Homebuyer Credit (Loan) To The IRS?

You remember the IRS “credit” that was suppose to reward first-time homebuyers by putting some cash back in their pockets?  Let’s refresh your memory.

How To Prepare For The Next Seattle & Puget Sound Area Earthquake and Tsunami

The Puget Sound region of Washington sits on 13 major fault lines and those are just the fault lines we know about. The 9.0 magnitude earthquake and subsequent destructive tsunami in Japan reminds us that we need to be prepared here in Washington for a disaster of that magnitude or greater.

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The Real Estate Gold Rush: Time To Buy Again?

For the past few years we’ve bemoaned the housing bust, the credit crisis, toxic mortgages and the foreclosure onslaught. There are some housing industry veterans putting their bets on a real estate gold rush.

Five Tax Benefits Of Homeownership

There are a lot of benefits to homeownership. Having a place to call you own, building equity and having an automatic savings plan are just a few of those benefits. But in addition to the direct benefits homeownership offers buyers, it also has some tax benefits.

Three Reasons Why Some Will Regret Not Buying Real Estate Now

In some areas of the country some property prices have slumped as much as 57 percent since 2005 causing many Americans to turn their nose up at home ownership. The most affordable real estate in a generation is failing to lure buyers as Americans sour on the idea of home ownership.

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Government Shutdown Averted – Housing Disaster Straight Ahead

In coming to a consensus on the provisional budget that will help our nation move forward until a more permanent budget agreement can be reached, we have averted a shutdown; but put ourselves on the road to a housing/foreclosure disaster.

Residential Vacancy Rate Depressing Housing Markets

Residential Vacancy Rates Depressing Housing Markets Nationally and Locally due to Pre-Foreclosures, Short Sales, Foreclosures, REOs and Bank Owned Properties.

What You Need To Know About Earthquake Insurance

What is earthquake insurance? It provides coverage if your Washington State home is damaged by an earthquake. Your standard homeowner and renters policies will not cover earthquake damage. Earthquake insurance is a separate endorsement you must buy and add to your homeowner or renters policy.

13 Properties That RESG Brought to Market in April

Historic Downtown Marysville WA MLS 204726

A Fannie Mae Bank Owned Home with Special Limited Time 3.5% Seller Paid Closing for the Buyer and this sweet property has a main home with 2000sqft and Mother-in-Law Apartment behind it.  This is a perfect home for a first time buyer or investor.

Country in the City Marysville WA MLS 201295

Unique home with 3 beds, 2.5 baths on a 1/2 acre lot in desirable Sunnyside area. Master Suite is entire top floor, has a private balcony and has an impressive attached bath.

Country Charm Monroe WA MLS 165586

2 bedrooms plus a den and tons of character. Over 1/3 acre is completely level and the backyard is fully fenced.

Summertime Retreat Stanwood, WA MLS 202530 98292

This will make some lucky buyer a great summertime retreat! Look at this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a park like yard.

Movie Room and Wet Bar Lake Stevens WA 98254 MLS 204034

Gorgeous Lake Stevens view home!! Open beam, A-Frame style, 22Ft soaring ceilings in living room which features hardwood floors, wood stove, 2 french doors opens to upper view deck. Remodeled kitchen w/hardwood floors, Corina counters, smooth surface cooktop, breakfast bar & walk-in pantry. Lg formal dining room. You have GOT to see the family/movie room…wetbar, 600 watt theater surround sound, new slate flooring. Over sized master suite downstairs w/pellet stove, sitting area, views of Lake Stevens!

Puget Sound Views Everett WA MLS 208870

In Mukilteo with stunning views of the Puget Sound from this spacious 4 bdrm, 3 bath home situated on huge lot. You will enjoy the wonderful island kitchen that opens to family rm and eating area. This home incl formal dining & living rm. Large rec rm downstairs, two fireplaces & much more.

Walk to Jennings Park, Marysville WA MLS 204750

Walk to Jennings Park & YMCA. Short distance to schools, shopping and I-5. This spacious rambler at a great price on a corner lot is perfect for 1st time buyers or someone looking to downsize. New carpet, paint, siding, home is move in ready.

Beautiful 2-Story in Beverly Park, Everett WA MLS 205824

Beautiful 2 Story home can be your home sweet home with 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms and many upgrades including maple floors. Gas fireplace with marble surround. Large Master Bedroom with sitting area, a jetted tub and marble floors. Resurfacing is the single most cost-effective value-adding home improvement available in Nashville. The best part is the price – it’s only 99¢ per sq. ft. and can be accomplished within hours, not days. Wood Floor Refinishing Queens NY has become one of the top hardwood floor services in NY area.

Craftsman with Unique Touches Snohomish WA MLS 206064

Quaint craftsman style fixer in the convenient Maltby/Clearview area. This home has classic style and is on a large, grassy lot with room for all your friends, family, & pets this summer.

2-Story Corner Lot Marysville WA MLS 207169

This 2-Story home sits on large corner lot with fenced in back yard, huge deck & dog run. Covered front porch & 3-car garage. Kitchen offers hickory cabinets, hardwood floors, Corina counters, tile back splash and is open to the family room. Family room includes gas fireplace with a gorgeous mantle.

Beautiful Historic Home Snohomish WA MLS 209893

Beautiful historic hm in Snohomish. Remodeled w/newer wiring, plumbing repairs by the plumbers in Phoenix, fixtures and more! Charming home w/pine planked floors throughout;wrap around porch. Large main level with den, library, parlor, living rm, family rm, dining rm and spacious updated kitchen with mud rm. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on 2nd floor including master bdrm with separate bath; utility rm. 3rd floor has additional bedroom w/private full bath. Large spacious fully fenced yard.

Perfect Starter Home Lake Stevens WA MLS 214571

Recently remodeled perfect starter home! Home is a nice rambler on a five acre lot with plenty of room with great views and nice neighbors. Close to downtown Lake Stevens but secluded enough for plenty of privacy. Great potential with this starter home!

Great Newer, Mid-Entry Home Lake Stevens WA MLS 214522

Great home with plenty of space and a recent plumbing tune up! Almost 2000sqft on nearly a half acre lot. Lots of mature trees and good landscaping for privacy and security. Home is a newer mid-level built in 2000 and with a few finishing touches the house will shine! Fully fenced yard is perfect for the kids and the family dogs! Great home for a family or for anyone looking for space to grow.

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