Tag Archives: Homes for sale in Benton County

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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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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Mistake No. 5: Limiting Home Showings.

Posted on July 3, 2012 by

So you don’t want dinner interrupted by strangers traipsing through your home, or a call from Joe Realtor requesting a showing in 20 minutes while your kids are in the tub.  No one does; but unfortunately, many home buyers are … Continue reading →

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Mistake #3 – Being Dishonest

Posted on June 22, 2012 by

Being dishonest never pays.  Disclosure laws exist, but vary state to state.   A seller risks losing a potential sale by hiding something they know is wrong with their house.   When it’s found, inevitably during the Home Inspection, your buyer will … Continue reading →

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Mistake No. 2: Overpricing Your Home.

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

Ah….pricing your home right.   No subject could be touchier.  Although no one can place a value on the “home” you have built over the years, in order to sell, an asking price must be reached.  Your homes asking price cannot … Continue reading →

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Avoiding Common Mistakes For Sellers

Posted on June 12, 2012 by

In today’s market, selling your home is tough enough.  Certain mistakes can cost you a favorable deal or worse yet, any deal at all!   In today’s blog, we will discuss the top mistakes and provide tips to assist to make … Continue reading →

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Tri-Cities…we’ve made the news!

Posted on May 30, 2012 by

We are always looking for interesting and trending happenings within Real Estate and our local community in our Distinctive Properties blog.   We have been blogging lately about the low interest rates and how there has never been a better time … Continue reading →

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