Category Archives: Real Estate News

Information on the Real Estate market in the greater tri-city area.

The Luxury Deck Becomes Latest Must-Have

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, July 11, 2016 The average size of decks and patios is expanding, as luxury home buyers even in cold-weather markets are paying more attention to these outdoor spaces. For example, a home for sale … Continue reading →

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3 Mortgage Mistakes Buyers Keep Making

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, July 08, 2016 The mortgage process can be overwhelming to your buyers. David Gunn, mortgage sales effectiveness director for Fifth Third Mortgage, recently shared with HousingWire some of the biggest mistakes buyers make when … Continue reading →

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City Living Not Just a Modern Shift

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Wednesday, July 06, 2016 We live in an age of rapid urbanization, with those migrating to city centers largely being rich, college-educated, and childless. But the uptick of urban wealth and decline in rural populations … Continue reading →

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Yun: ‘Flashing Yellow Lights on Affordability’

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, June 27, 2016 The median price of an existing home reached a new record last month at $239,700. That price increase was primarily driven by repeat buyers trading up or downsizing from their current … Continue reading →

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Kennewick Makes #14 in the Top 20 June Markets

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Here They Are: The Top 20 Markets for June Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, June 23, 2016 The overall residential housing market is heating up this summer, but a markets in a few cities across the country are in … Continue reading →

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FAA Finalizes Rule for Commercial Drones

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Wednesday, June 22, 2016 Using a drone to capture listing photos and videos or inspect properties is about to become significantly easier now that the federal government has finalized its long-awaited regulations over the commercial … Continue reading →

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Average Time to Close: 45 Days

Posted on June 17, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, June 16, 2016 For home buyers financing a home purchase, they should expect about 45 days to close, according to the latest Origination Insight Report from Ellie Mae. Last month the average closing time … Continue reading →

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2016 Summer Events

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Erin Johnston

  Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo Aug. 23 – 27, 2016 10:00 AM – 11:59 PM Benton County Fair Grounds |Kennewick, WA Website Join us for the Best Week of Summer, featuring headline entertainment, world class rodeo, exhibits from your … Continue reading →

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Rental Costs Eat Up 70% of Your Income Here

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, May 12, 2016 Soaring rental costs are taking a big dent out of some renters’ paychecks, and creating hardships for entry-level employees in particular. In New York City, the average entry-level employee earns $47,000 … Continue reading →

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