Wallingford: This neighborhood, located between Lake union and Green lake, is one of the best places to live in Seattle. Wallingford is named after a rich landowner who owned almost the entire neighborhood. In the 1980s this area was merged with the Seattle and thus...
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Happy Thanksgiving!!
Happy Thanksgiving! This is usually such a happy time for most folks but it can also be such a sad time as we remember loved ones that are gone or we may feel all alone because our circumstances have changed. We want to offer you some hope and courage so stay tuned...
Why You Should be Aware of Real Estate Market Trends in Washington State?
Whether you are a buyer or a seller, unless you do your research on the way the real estate market functioning, the current market trends, you may risk losing a lucrative real estate deal because it is important to know whether the market is buyer or seller oriented....
Opportunity Zones, What are they are they worth the hulabaloo?
So what exactly is an Opportunity Zone and why all the buzz? The Qualified Opportunity Zone (“QOZ”) program was created by the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to encourage economic growth in underserved communities through tax incentives for investors who utilize...
What a great way to explore! Such a hoot!
We love meeting other business owners and learning what it is that they are doing to make a difference in this ever changing world. As we ventured up to Victoria British Columbia Canada, we rented electric bikes from a new company. We thought it would be a fun way to...
5 Biggest Fears Of Owning A Rental Property (That You Shouldn’t Be Afraid Of)
A healthy real estate portfolio is one of the keys to true long-term wealth. Even a sole single-family rental can completely change your financial outlook. As much as you may see the upside with a rental, there are a handful of negatives that can be difficult to...
5 Actions To Take When You Apply For A Traditional Mortgage Loan
There are many real estate investors who are utilizing traditional lender programs. With interest rates continuing to slide this has become an increasingly viable option. As popular as lender programs are not every borrower can get approved. There are still strict...
Looking for a way to make more money yet still have a life?
Everyone is looking for a way to make more money so there is more money left at the end of the month. Are you wanting to leave a legacy for your kids and grandkids? Are you realizing much like the rest of my generation that social security is not going to be there...
Did the New Year treat you right?
Everybody loves the New Year! It's fresh, it's motivating, it's hopeful and encouraging. Now that it is February how do we keep that feeling going all year long. Some people look forward to goal setting for the year and some dread it and put it off because they...
America’s Best Communities
Get to live in Arlington, WA a city that identifies with economic benefits. The city became a finalist among 15 contestants in a 2016 America's Best Communities competition that sought to identify real estate locations with a tangible economic impact. The competition...