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Weekend Update – 6.24.18

Beatles Love I recently was in Las Vegas and was able to see the “Beatles Love” show – it was one of the most amazing things I’ve ever experienced.  Beatles music combined with the extraordinary acrobatic dancers and aerialist – a feast for the eyes and ears for sure!  Consequently, I’ve been in a “Beatles [...]

2018-06-24T13:46:01-07:00June 24th, 2018|

When Is a Good Time to Rent? Not Now!

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 [...]

2018-06-12T11:15:06-07:00June 12th, 2018|

The cost of waiting to buy a home

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 [...]

2018-06-08T12:10:49-07:00June 8th, 2018|

Still waiting to buy?

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 [...]

2018-06-08T11:49:36-07:00June 8th, 2018|

Number of homes for sale is up, and so are the prices

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 [...]

2018-06-08T10:58:42-07:00June 8th, 2018|

Just Listed – 2 Homes in Steilacoom – $700,000

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 [...]

2018-06-06T14:21:02-07:00June 6th, 2018|

Investor Alert! Just Listed in NE Tacoma – $375,000

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 [...]

2018-05-31T15:51:48-07:00May 31st, 2018|

Just Listed in North Tacoma – $450,000

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 [...]

2018-05-31T12:56:14-07:00May 31st, 2018|