Category Archives: Real Estate News

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

Have a Showing Scheduled for your Home?

Posted on November 7, 2012 by

You want to sell your home for the most amount of money in the least amount of time.  You’ve doubtless heard that curb appeal is one of the most important factors in marketing your home–it’s the buyer’s very first impression … Continue reading →

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Are you ready for this freezing weather?

Posted on October 24, 2012 by

According to the Tri-City Herald today, we could be getting some freezing fog tonight and early tomorrow–a good reminder to make sure your home is ready for the freezing temperatures!  Here are a couple tips to help protect your home and … Continue reading →

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Housing Market Improves

Posted on October 17, 2012 by

The National Association of Home Builders has listed Kennewick on the First American Improving Markets Index due to a rise in house prices, employment and new building activity.  The index, which is released monthly tracks housing markets throughout the country that are showing … Continue reading →

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Free Homebuyer Education Seminars

Posted on October 8, 2012 by

Did you know that Washington State Housing Finance Commission offers Commission Sponsored Homebuyer Education Seminars FREE to the public? These seminars are free, open to the public, include information about the Commissions Home Advantage first mortgage program, downpayment assistance, and … Continue reading →

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Bank of America to Eliminate Second Liens!

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

Bank of America announced that it will forgive second-lien mortgages for about 150,000 of it’s borrowers. 150,000 letters were mailed to Bank of America customers who may be eligible for the program.   The program is intended to provide relief to some mortgagees who … Continue reading →

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Your Distinctive Checklist

Posted on September 28, 2012 by

The complex process of applying for a mortgage is made simpler once broken down into steps.   To simplify that aspect of achieving Home Ownership, here is a checklist for you: Determine Your “ Mortgage Limit” – (How much mortgage you … Continue reading →

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Applying for a Mortgage Loan?

Posted on September 25, 2012 by

Be prepared….. having the following documents available will help streamline the application process. Employment History/Income Source: Name, address & phone numbers of all employers for the past two (2) years. W2’s for past two (2) years. Most recent pay stub from employer. … Continue reading →

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Financial Benefits To Buying A Home…

Posted on September 18, 2012 by

So other than fulfilling the American Dream, there are other benefits to purchasing a home.   Here are just a few… 1 – Mortgage Interest Deduction;  The United States still allows a home mortgage deduction – with limitations. 2 – Property Tax … Continue reading →

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2012 Parade of Homes

Posted on September 14, 2012 by

It’s the end of another wonderful Summer season and that means it’s the last weekend to catch the Tri Cities 2012 Parade of Homes™! This year the Parade is showcasing 25 new homes located throughout Tri-Cities.  A Distinctive Properties Inc., listing is … Continue reading →

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