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6 Packing Hacks When Moving

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Wednesday, June 29, 2016 Moving experts recently shared with realtor.com® some of their most creative tips and tricks for helping home owners pack up their belongings. Glasses and cups: Insert a stemware into a tube … Continue reading →

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Yun: ‘Flashing Yellow Lights on Affordability’

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, June 27, 2016 The median price of an existing home reached a new record last month at $239,700. That price increase was primarily driven by repeat buyers trading up or downsizing from their current … Continue reading →

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Kennewick Makes #14 in the Top 20 June Markets

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Here They Are: The Top 20 Markets for June Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, June 23, 2016 The overall residential housing market is heating up this summer, but a markets in a few cities across the country are in … Continue reading →

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FAA Finalizes Rule for Commercial Drones

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Wednesday, June 22, 2016 Using a drone to capture listing photos and videos or inspect properties is about to become significantly easier now that the federal government has finalized its long-awaited regulations over the commercial … Continue reading →

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The Best Choices for Pet-Friendly Flooring

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, June 20, 2016 If you’re looking for pet-friendly flooring, you can’t go wrong with porcelain tile. A recent article from This Old House points out that not only is porcelain tile moisture-proof, it’s also … Continue reading →

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Defaulting HELOCs: A Growing Concern

Posted on June 9, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, June 09, 2016 In 2004, millions of home owners tapped into the equity of their homes through home equity lines of credit. Their 10-year grace periods are now done and they’ve had to start … Continue reading →

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Plan a Backyard Retreat in 5 Steps

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, June 03, 2016 Don’t leave a patio or backyard as a blank canvas. You can transform any outdoor space – from big or small – into an inviting and usable outdoor living area. Alec … Continue reading →

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7 Things You Should Paint Instead of Replace to Save Money

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Paint isn’t just for walls. Here’s how to breathe new life into old stuff. You know a fresh coat of paint can give any room a quick and inexpensive facelift. But did you know that a little paint can also … Continue reading →

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Average Time to Close: 44 Days

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, May 20, 2016 For the second consecutive month, the average time to close all loans stayed at 44 days, suggesting that new mortgage rules that took effect this fall are having less of an … Continue reading →

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