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2011
The Chehalis Western Trail is a 22-mile paved trail that runs through the Indian Summer residential neighborhood. Although the trail is a public trail and part of the Thurston County Parks system, Indian Summer residents can access the trail from the southern part of the neighborhood on Prestwic...
11/30/2011
I know that today is Cyber Monday and I know there are terrific deals to be had especially on new computers BUT before you purchase a new computer, try downloading Google Chrome first. Google Chrome not only saved my 10-year-old laptop from destruction but also saved me several hundred dollars. ...
11/28/2011
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This week (November 24 - November 30, 2011) is the 24th annual Providence St. Peter Foundation's Christmas Forest. This event is held every year at the Red Lion Olympia Hotel (2300 Evergreen Park Drive) in Olympia, WA.The Christmas Forest features decorated trees and wreaths as well as live enter...
11/22/2011
When buying new construction in Olympia WA, sometimes the hardest part is figuring out what is NOT included in the purchase price. Or, in other words, what is considered an upgrade and what is considered standard with the purchase price. For example, as a buyer of new construction, you may assu...
11/22/2011
It can’t be said enough but if you are buying new construction in Olympia WA or anywhere in the country, get a home inspection. A new home is NOT perfect. Most common issues with new construction are pipes and vents that are not connected. These things can happen. It doesn’t mean you have a b...
11/17/2011
A sewer line inspection in the purchase of a home in Olympia, WA is another inspection buyers can have performed to determine if there are any problems with the sewer line that runs from the house to the city sewer line. Homeowners are responsible for this section of the sewer line. I asked Geor...
11/04/2011
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