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Landlord-Tenant Q&A by Douglas S. Tingvall

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

Question: Which party is responsible for repairs to the furnace and hot water heater when the seller remains in possession after closing under a post-closing rental agreement? Answer: Under the Residential Landlord-Tenant Act, the landlord is required to “[m]aintain all … Continue reading →

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Washington Requirement for Carbon Monoxide Alarms in 2013.

Posted on December 7, 2012 by

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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Get References and Reviews for Business Before You Sign the Contract

Posted on November 30, 2012 by

Yesterday we got an email from the Washington State Deputy Communications Director, Dan Sytman, with a newsletter concerning an HVAC company in Washington State. The Washington State General Attorney’s office had received numerous complaints about the company’s business practices described … Continue reading →

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Tri-Cities Metro Area Nationally Recognized as 6th Fasted Growing Community

Posted on November 28, 2012 by

According to the Tri-City Herald today, the Tri-Cities is rated 6th in nation for its growth in the “Metro Magnets Index,” which is a collection of data from 384 metro areas in the US provided by Pitney Bowes Software.  However, … 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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In Memoriam

Posted on September 11, 2012 by

In memory of those lives lost on that tragic day.   God Bless America   http://www.911memorial.org/ In Kennewick tonight, a moment of remembrance will begin at 6 p.m. at the Southridge 9/11 Memorial located at 2901 Southridge Blvd. (Off Highway 395).   Please join your community … Continue reading →

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Get More With Less!

Posted on August 9, 2012 by

In 1981, it took 36% of the family’s budget to buy a home.  Today, the average family only needs 15% of that income to purchase a home. History is on your side…..Call an agent today to find out how to take advantage of … Continue reading →

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Free Paint This Saturday!

Posted on August 3, 2012 by

So for those of you that know me, you know I love to coupon. While writing blog articles for Distinctive Properties that are Real Estate, it is difficult to combine the two.  Imagine how excited I was when I visited … Continue reading →

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Badger Mountain Flat?

Posted on August 2, 2012 by

Yup, that’s right!   A new mile long, flat trail below Badger Mountain will open this weekend!  The trail has been under construction since last year.  The trail will provide an alternative to those who would like to experisnece Badger Mountain without the “hike”. The trail will be of … Continue reading →

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