Have a Happy Weekend Gig Harbor! I hope that everyone takes advantage of this amazing weather we have been having in Gig Harbor and around the sound! It is a very rare thing to have it be this warm this time of year. There is no rain in site! But I also want you all to be safe! We have a high firer danger in the area and if you are going to be out this weekend please be aware! Have fun Gig Harbor! 09/14/2012

  Gig Harbor Open Houses ~  September 15th ~ 16th, 2012 Stop by every week to get the latest Gig Harbor Open House information right here! I post the Open House list every week in Gig Harbor starting Friday’s so that you can get your weekend planned on which homes you would like to see. Now is the time to buy a home in gorgeous Gig Harbor. The housing market is changing for the better in our area and you wouldn’t want to miss the boat! This Is 10 Of The Gig Harbor Open Houses.   09/14/2012

This lovely 3 Bedroom home for sale in Key Center, Gig Harbor, WA sits perkily at the end of a wide drive lined with beautiful landscaping and mature trees. The 3 bedroom home for sale in Key Center, Gig Harbor, WA is white with a steeply sloped, contrasting roof that also covers a good-sized carport. On one side of the house is a charming, separate double garage with a complete apartment in the upper story, under the barn-type roof. This 3 bedroom home for sale is on property that’s already zoned for commercial or residential use, so lots of possibilities open up when you take in the beautiful one-bedroom garage apartment, which offers some fantastic views through designer windows, a great kitchen, and a delightful style and personality. The neighborhood is serene and inviting, and yo... 08/02/2012

You’ll enjoy the eye-catching beauty of this 3 bedroom home for sale in Kopachuck, Gig Harbor, WA inside as much as outside. Wonderfully situated on a gentle slope of prime Pacific Northwest real estate, this 3 bedroom home for sale offers stunning, expansive views of Horsehead Bay and Carr Inlet below, as well as the majestic foothills of Olympic Mountain and the dense Kopachuck State Park that frame the property. You and the fam will make lots of great memories out on the spacious deck of this welcoming 3 bedroom home for sale, taking in the sunsets over an enticing barbecue or sipping your morning java in the glory of a sunrise. Inside this 3 bedroom home for sale in Kopachuck, Gig Harbor, WA, you’ll find miles of gorgeous windows and warmly glowing, magnificent wood floors. Artful ... 08/02/2012

Gig Harbor Lock in Your Mortgage Rate Today! Have you taken a look at mortgage rates lately? Today’s recently updated survey by Freddie Mac shows 30 year fixed rate mortgages as averaging 3.56%! The fifteen year fixed rate mortgage is only 2.86% and adjustable rate mortgages are super low, too. The 5/1 year adjustable rate mortgage is coming in at 2.74% and the 1 year adjustable rate mortgage is 2.69%. Rates this low haven’t been seen in a long time. As a Real Estate Broker, I can tell you plenty of reasons why any time is a good time to purchase a home. It’s all about your personal situation, the market, and what works best in your scenario. I know the local market and as such can share advice to help you find the best value no matter what the real estate market at large may be doing. ... 07/12/2012

McCormick Forest Park In Gig Harbor ~ Lets Hit The Trails! Recently I have started to get my butt back in shape and I wanted to find a place where I could go for walks. I have walked in several places in Gig Harbor, but McCormick Forest Park is better than most. I love that it is heavily wooded so that even on the hottest day you won’t die of heat exhaustion. You also won’t get sunburned, I am fully aware of this at all times considering I am very sensitive to the sun. My dogs love it too! The trails are wide enough so that I can take both my dogs at the same time and have plenty of room to roam. Just remember to have them on a leash! I have seen several patrons have their dogs off leash, but since there have been several bear sightings there I wouldn’t recommend it. Don’t be alarmed a... 07/11/2012

Come to Washington and enjoy the most pristine boating in the world... This post was authored and picture was taken by Paul Henderson. ©2012, All Rights Reserved, This content may not be reproduced or reprinted (Except for ActiveRain Re-blogging) without express written permission of Paul Henderson, RE/MAX Professionals, Tacoma, WA. 07/08/2012

     In 2007, the Mortgage Debt Relief Act was passed in an attempt to help the millions of homeowners who, due to the housing crisis and economic crash, suddenly found themselves in danger of losing their home to foreclosure. The Mortgage Debt Relief Act has helped many distressed homeowners find solutions to avoid foreclosure and opened up options to them that were previously unavailable.      This Act was always intended to be a temporary solution. Barring an act of congress extending the act, it is now set to expire at the end of 2012. For distressed homeowners, this means that time is running out for you to take advantage of this program.       Time is running out. But there is still time to change your financial direction and avoid foreclosure. Visit my website to read the comple... 06/28/2012

Gig Harbor Real Estate: Price Reduction 3302 58th Ave NW Gig Harbor This home is long over due for a new owner. It is in a prime location in the Cromwell area of Gig Harbor! It is located in the best school district around! It is also very close to highways and shopping. This home is a pure bargain and buyers don't be afraid of the short sale factor! Gig Harbor One Level Home in Cromwell Overview Maps Photos Features Neighborhood Market Stats $199,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms1 Bathroom1 Partial BathroomInterior: 1,396 sqftLot: 0.48 acre(s) Location 3302 58th Ave NWGig Harbor, WA 98335USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Stacia Whatley Hawkins-Poe Inc.(253) 426-8785staciawhatley@gmail.comhttp://www.staci... 06/22/2012

Are you looking for houses with Executive Waterfront Property in Gig Harbor Washington, with  deep water docks? There are several properties to choose from at any given time. I grew up in Gig Harbor and know the the waterfront community  like the back of my hand. I spent many a year on the water and as an avid boater, I know what to look for in water front property. What I think is important  when you look at Executive Waterfront Property in Gig Harbor Washington,  with deep water docks is the benefit of being able to use your waterfront without  destroying your boat bottom. Yes, buy a beautiful home and use your boat, anytime, just a short walk to end of your dock. You can fish, crab or water ski at a moments notice. I have worked with several clients who have searched endlessly for wa... 06/21/2012

Gig Harbor Homes For Sale Memorial Day Weekend 2012 If you are heading out this Memorial Day Weekend to begin your Gig Harbor home search then you came to the right place. Here are just a few of the gorgeous listings I  have available for you to check out. Whether you are looking for luxury, waterfront, or a great starter home you will find everything you need to get started. If you would like to access our full search then visit my website to get the complete list. Be sure to register to get access to the new listings that come on the market or if you would like to schedule an appointment to go over your wants and needs.  If you have any questions about these properties please contact me today!   Stacia Whatley 253.426.8785 staciawhatley@gmail.com www.staciasellshomes.com 05/25/2012

The 4 Things to Know to Attract Multiple Offers to Your Gig Harbor Home Have you noticed that there has been some much better news about the housing market in the last couple of months? Have you been hearing that some of your friends have been either buying or selling their homes? It is true! The housing market is heating up and just in time for summer. We will discuss the 4 things to know to attract multiple offers to your Gig Harborhome.   In Gig Harborand surrounding areas like Seattle, are seeing a much higher percentage of listings that are:                 1.Selling, period                  2.selling, fast and         3.Selling at or above the asking price than they have during any spring in recent memory. Don't take my word for it -- local papers have picked up and started to rep... 05/23/2012

Gig Harbor – Colvos Passage Area Homes For Sale The Colvos Passageis a tidal strait located in The Puget Soundin Washington State. It runs west of Vashon Islandand between the Kitsap Peninsula. It lies just north of the Tacoma Narrows. One of the more interesting things about the Colvos Passageis that it has a permanent northbound current (the rest of the Sound either flows southbound or varies with the tide). The communities of Fragaria, Sunrise Beach, Spring Beach, Maplewood, Lisabeula, Cove and Sylvan Beach are located on Colvos Passage. This is by far one of the most beautiful parts of Gig Harborand a very desireable place to live. This area is made up of Single Family Residential homes along with some of the most breathtaking waterfront homes you will ever find. In addition, there ... 05/17/2012

  Congratulations to Gig Harbor’s Newest Residents!   I am so happy to announce another happy buyer! They are new to Gig Harbormoving here from Bremerton. I am excited to have them as Gig Harbor Residentsand I hope you get to meet what a wonderful family they are! Marla & Toby and their 3 boys are excited to call Gig Harbortheir home. They had always dreamed of having their home and horses on the same piece of property. We finally made their dream come true!     I also want to give a HUGE thank you to Gil Lang with AlaskaUSA Mortgage Companyfor taking care of all their Home Loan Needs! GIG HARBOR HOME SEARCH   05/04/2012

There’s a Cop in your Gig Harbor Home! I was on tour a couple weeks ago like I do every Thursday. I came into this lovely waterfront home that had just come on the market. I am doing my normal walk through from the kitchen to the bedrooms. This particular home had a basement and I decided to go down stairs to see more of this wonderful home. While I am walking down the stairs I am looking behind me because one of the other Real Estate Brokersand I are chatting. Next thing I know I come around the corner and this is starring me in the face! I actually let out a little bit of a scream and jump back for I am convinced there is a cop standing in front of me. Come to find out it is only a statue, but it looked so real and convincing. Of course everyone laughed and we all got a kick out of it... 05/03/2012

Picking up the phone | GUILD MORTGAGE | Tom Jarzynka I love email because in my business it allows us to give an immediate source of reference material for our clients (e.g. updates, explanations, process expectations, etc). The issue with email is that it can easily become inundating for whoever is receiving the emails. Email can make a somewhat easy process more confusing for all those involved. This is why the most important part in the step of informing and communicating with clients through email is the follow up phone conversation to go over the email material together to make sure we are on the same page. Email is a huge part of my business because it allows me to send the client something to keep for their records as reference and as an expectation. I love to use emails as a rec... 04/30/2012

Gig Harbor Home Back on the Market! $205,000 You don't want to miss this opportunity to own this great home located in Gig Harbor Washington. You won't find a better value than this home with it's great open floor plan and large half acre lot. Very private and secluded, yet close to all the amenities Gig Harbor has to offer. You have Uptown Mall and all the new shopping, plus you are minutes from Highway 16. Contact me today for your private showing! Gig Harbor One Level Home in Cromwell Overview Maps Photos Features Neighborhood Market Stats $205,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms1 Bathroom1 Partial BathroomInterior: 1,396 sqftLot: 0.48 acre(s) Location 3302 58th Ave NWGig Harbor, WA 98335USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Li... 04/30/2012

Ready… Set… GO GIG HARBOR! It’s National Open House Weekend! It is finally here and I hope you are ready to go! This weekend is the BEST time to get out and see a lot of houses! If you are a Buyer or Seller and are looking for that perfect home or just trying to check out the competition, this is your weekend. I will be holding steady at 1808 49th St Ct NW Gig Harbor, WA 98335on Saturday and Sunday April 28 and 29from 1:00-4:00pm. Just know that when you stop by my Open Houseyou will have a great time! So join me this weekend for National Open House Weekend! 4 Bedroom Gig Harbor Home 1808 49th St Ct NW, Gig Harbor 98335 Overview Maps Photos Features Neighborhood Open House Market Stats $825,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms3 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 4,561 sqftL... 04/27/2012

Gig Harbor Turns 124 Years Old Today! That’s a huge accomplishment for such an amazing city. This little town among the trees of the Puget Sound has had some pretty amazing accomplishments this year. We were voted number 5 Best Cities to live in by Smithsonian Magazineand now this! Gig Harbor has turned 124 years old today! Happy Birthday to an amazing city. I am proud to be one of your wonderful residents! 04/25/2012

Sellers of Their Gig Harbor Homes Should Go To Open Houses! I have been getting everyone prepared for the National Association of Realtors® National Open House Weekend which is this weekend April 28th and 29th  of 2012! If you are a Seller you don’t want to miss this opportunity either! Wait… What’s that you say? Sellers? Yes! If you have your home on the market then you should go to any Open Housethat is a home that is comparable to yours. Why? You ask. Even though your Realtor®is telling you all the facts about the comps that are out there and including pictures to you in these discussions, there is no better way to get to know your competition then to actually go to the homes. There are several reasons why this is. You can’t see EVERTYHING from photos online. You also, and most impor... 04/24/2012