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Tag Archives: Benton City
Thinking of Remodeling?
With the tax return season nearing, some of you may be thinking of remodeling your home. Here are some tips on finding the right contractor and avoiding the less reputable ones. Before you open your phone book and start randomly … Continue reading
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Slow But Steady Growth in Tri City Home Sales
Real estate agents in the Tri City area are feeling positive over the 2% increase in home sales last year, which was comparable to the year 2011. Modest growth and average sale prices means steady growth, which is good as … Continue reading
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New Mortgage Rules Released by Federal Officials
Thursday, January 10th, Federal officials released new mortgage rules set to go into effect on January 21st, to decrease risky lending and to allow borrowers to easier understand what they are agreeing to. The new mortgage rules are aimed at … Continue reading
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Higher End Home Sales Are On The Rise
Sales of homes priced above the $750,000 mark increased by 50% from 2011, according to a November report by the National Association of Realtors. The change pushed the median home price to $180,600 increasing from November of 2011 by a total … Continue reading
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Real Estate Comes Out Winners at end of “Fiscal Cliff”
Late last night the Senate Bill to extend some federal tax code provisions important to home buyers, sellers, builders, and those in real estate were finally passed by the House in a 259-167 vote. Among the items approved through the … Continue reading
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Washington Requirement for Carbon Monoxide Alarms in 2013.
According to the CBS Seattle news report from Dec. 4th, 2012, since 2011, carbon monoxide detectors are required in all new construction homes. Now in 2013, all residences will be required to have the alarms:, apartments, condos, townhouses, dormitories, etc. … Continue reading
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Free Homebuyer Education Seminars
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!
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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Calculators!
Whether you’re buying a home or refinancing an existing loan, there is a calculator that can help you make the right decisions. Determine exactly which deal offers the lowest monthly payments, how much home you can afford, and whether it makes … Continue reading
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