People often ask if now is a good time to buy a home, but nobody ever asks whether or not it’s a good time to rent. Regardless, we want to make certain that everyone understands that now is NOT a good time to rent. The Census Bureau recently released their 2018 first quarter median rent numbers. According to their [...]
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by Stephanie Brick May 22 The options are almost endless when it comes to buying new cabinets. It’s all a matter of nailing down what is most important to you. (Dayna Smith for The Washington Post) The most influential factor in the aesthetic design of a kitchen is its cabinetry. In bathrooms, vanities (which are [...]
The decision to rent or buy requires financial and emotional choices and depends on your job security, lifestyle and commitment to a neighborhood or location. A preapproval for a loan is an essential first step for potential buyers to understand their price range and the complete cost of owning a home. Some renters who want [...]
Why waiting to buy a home may not be a good idea. What If I Wait Until Next Year to Buy a Home? We recently shared that national home prices have increased by 6.7% year-over-year. Over that same time period, interest rates have remained historically low which has allowed many buyers to enter the market. As a [...]
By Debbie Cockrell And Kate Martin n - June 06, 2018 08:00 AM At least there are more homes for sale last month in Pierce County. Inventory as well as pricing have gone up since the last monthly home sales report from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. For example, new listings for the county (residential [...]
Incredible opportunity-2 homes and a huge shop on .78 acres. Larger home completely updated-a great blend of luxury and charm-modern kitchen w/2 updated baths and spacious living room surrounded by windows. A 2-car detached garage serves this home. A smaller 2-bedroom home has provided $1,600/month rental income and is like "brand new". A huge bonus-an [...]
Investor alert – home and 2 parcels - 12,321 sf of property. Charming home with Bay/Port views has an open floor plan with many upgrades throughout – newer systems and finishes provide peace of mind and contemporary living. The home sits on one parcel, while the detached garage balances over two parcels, thus there is [...]
Tree lined streets with sidewalks, lawn mowers humming, birds singing–a wonderful N. Tacoma locale. Meticulous owners for past 40 years have lovingly cared for this home and done all of the hard work–fully updated kitchen w/new appliances, new hardwood floors and carpet, fresh paint inside and out–home is simply beautiful! Lg backyard for entertaining/gardening and [...]
Built in 2004 this home is like brand new. Especially, when you consider the 2013 kitchen remodel that “grew” the home and provided a luxury space that you’ll be thrilled to enjoy. The luxury continues to the main floor master w/ensuite that features a jetted tub. 2 large bedrooms and additional bath on 2nd level. [...]