Washington's Wet News by Karen

Photo GalleryDining RoomFormal living roomKitchenEating area in kitchenRec RoomMorning RoomMountain ViewLake ViewDescriptionGreat plan in this reverse tri-level. All new hardwoods installed, bedrooms on the main level and two full baths. Lower level had rec room, laundry room and half bath and op...

Great news today. The IRS has revised it's Form 5405 that allows a first time homebuyer to get a tax credit for $8,000. The most important change is they can claim it on their 2008 TAXES! That's correct, if you purchased a home in 2009 you can check a box that states you are collecting the $8,000...

Well you must read the previous blog about my persnickity buyer.  Well, thought I had the problem solved. Took them out today to see four homes, the second home met all their needs in terms of space, location to work (walking or bike distance), 3 car garage, 2504 sq. feet, beautiful fenced yard t...

The Internal Revenue Service announced today that taxpayers who qualify for the first-time homebuyer credit and purchase a home this year before Dec. 1 have a special option available for claiming the tax credit either on their 2008 tax returns due April 15 or on their 2009 tax returns next year....

LinksBuy Now, Seller says let's negotiatePhoto Gallery23 ft. Entry w/Africian Acacia wood floors thru out main floorBack of home viewDescriptionOver $160,000+ price reduction. Seller says sell now.Quality crafted Custom built home with 4000 sq. feet of luxury on 1.30 acres with view of the sunset...

 In the world of real estate, there can be an overwhelming amount of items on the agenda. Having the assistance of those in the industry can be a big part in accumulating the right information to making the crucial decision. The path to home ownership is a great accomplishment that will also make...

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are restricted by law to purchasing single-family mortgages with origination balances below a specific amount, known as the "conforming loan limit." Loans above this limit are known as jumbo loans. The national conforming loan limit for mortgages that finance single-fam...

LinksBuy Now, Seller says let's negotiatePhoto Gallery23 ft. Entry w/Africian Acacia wood floors thru out main floorBack of home viewDescriptionQuality crafted Custom built home with 4000 sq. feet of luxury on 1.30 acres with view of the sunset, Puget Sound, and mountains. Extensive use of white ...

Having just cleaned out my desk recently with my new business plan in place, I found an old newspaper, The Everett Herald, from March 1992.  The headlines read:  "Boeing Gives Layoff Slips to 3,000"; "Unemployment rate rises to highest level in more than six years" - 7.3%. And then I compare the ...

Photo GalleryRV Parking w/GateFormal Living Room with Bayed WindowWindow wall in KitchenFamily RoomWood Fireplace and Built in CabinetsMaster w/Crown ModlingPatioYardDescriptionPride of ownership is evident here with a fabulous remodel. New roof in 2008, fresh decorator paint on the interior, new...