Tag Archives: Real Estate for sale in Kennewick

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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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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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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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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Mistake No. 8: Procrastinating after an offer.

Posted on July 19, 2012 by

Always ensure that the communication between your Realtor and yourself is exceptional and that you are both reachable at all times. Once an offer on a home is made time is of the essence, for instance if you reside within … Continue reading →

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Mistake #7: Anger Over Repair Requests

Posted on July 17, 2012 by

Remember  Mistake No. 3;  being dishonest about the home?  “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 wonder what else … Continue reading →

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