Author Archives: Erin Johnston

‘Red Flag’ fire warnings for Columbia Basin

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Erin Johnston

The National Weather Service has issued a “red flag” warning, effective through 9 p.m. Friday, August 19th  for the Columbia Basin. High heat, gusty winds and low humidity have created critical fire danger conditions, the weather service said. All burning … Continue reading →

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2016 BENTON COUNTY FAIR & RODEO

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Erin Johnston

BENTON COUNTY FAIR & RODEO, AUGUST 3-6, 2016 Fair hours: Wednesday, August 3, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday, August 4, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday, August 5, 11 a.m.-midnight Saturday, August. 6, 11 a.m.-midnight (Exhibit and Commercial Buildings close at 10 PM … Continue reading →

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Good Schools Give 77% Boost to Home Values

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, August 08, 2016 Home values can get a big increase from having a highly rated school nearby. According to the new ATTOM Data Solutions 2016 Schools and Housing Report, homes in ZIP codes with … Continue reading →

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Renovation Tips to Attract Millennial Buyers

Posted on August 10, 2016 by Erin Johnston

  Daily Real Estate News | Tuesday, August 09, 2016 Generation Y makes up the largest pool of potential buyers, and builders and current home owners alike are keeping their needs in mind when building and renovating homes. The millennial … Continue reading →

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One vs. Two-Story Homes: Which Dominates?

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, August 08, 2016 Most people prefer a single-story home, one study reports. But home shoppers may have a more difficult time finding a one-story home in some regions of the country. The greatest shares … Continue reading →

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Renovation Ideas Owners May Want to Rethink

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, August 04, 2016 Home renovation television shows give home owners big ideas about how they can spruce up their property. But some of these projects can open up problems for owners whose big remodeling … Continue reading →

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4 Common Home Buyer Oversights

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Tuesday, August 02, 2016 Buyers on the hunt for the perfect home often overlook common issues that could cost them thousands of dollars and give them buyer’s remorse later on. As their real estate professional, … Continue reading →

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Fannie Mae Tweaks 3% Loan Program

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, July 28, 2016 Fannie Mae announced that it has changed income maximums and some eligibility criteria for its HomeReady mortgage program that it believes will allow more borrowers to qualify for a mortgage with … Continue reading →

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What Are Americans’ Top Housing Concerns?

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Wednesday, July 27, 2016 It might not be all low inventory and high prices. It seems Americans have a confidence problem when it comes to the housing market. They’re increasingly apprehensive to move forward, citing concerns over … Continue reading →

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