Author Archives: Erin Johnston

13 in 2013

Whether you are looking or thinking of purchasing a new or previous owned home in Kennewick, Richland, Pasco or the remaining areas surrounding the Tri Cities, experts are saying that 2013 is the year to buy a home. Wednesday covered the … Continue reading

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13 in 2013

As the housing market continues to improve, and that momentum is expected to keep going, experts say 2013 is the year to buy. Whether you are looking in Kennewick, Richland, Pasco or any of the Tri Cities surrounding areas, here … Continue reading

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America’s largest totally geothermal neighborhood

SouthCliffe is a 400+ lot subdivision located in Kennewick’s Southridge area.  Over 10 years of planning with City officials and private landowners has gone into this project, and its timing corresponds with significant other developments in Southridge.  Southridge has numerous … Continue reading

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2013 Hydro Boat Races

With temperatures predicted to be in the 90’s this weekend dehydration, heat stroke and sunburns are all a concern. If you are planning to attend this year’s boat races please remember to drink lots of water, apply sunscreen throughout the … Continue reading

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Tri Cities Aquatic Center’s Future up to Voters

The August 6th ballot is a make or break for the Tri Cities Aquatic Center. On the ballot is a proposition to raise the sales tax 1/10 of a cent to help pay for the operating costs of the center. … Continue reading

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High Tech Home

If having a high tech home is important to you, here are some questions to ask when purchasing a home. 1. Cable, Telephone or Internet jacks – Are there enough jacks in each room to support your needs? 2. Home theater … Continue reading

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Mortgage Rates Take A Leap

Mortgage rates took a sudden jump last week, going from 3.93% to 4.46%. This is the largest weekly hike mortgage rates have seen in 26 years and have reached the highest level since July of 2011 according to Freddie Mac’s … Continue reading

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Home Affordable Modification Aid Extended

The main Obama administration initiative, Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), designed to give aid to borrowers having trouble paying their mortgage payments, has been extended until the end of December 2015. This will give homeowners an additional two years to … Continue reading

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Keeping your home and budget cool

          With temperatures increasing almost daily, you may be tempted to turn up your AC unit. What you may not know is cooling costs account for at least 40% of the average summer electric bill. A few simple changes can … Continue reading

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