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Weigh The Options. For Sale By Owner VS. Realtor

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th_templatemo_big_1Do you know how to prepare your home for sale?

An agent can make educated suggestions based on past experience that will aid in a professional presentation of your home.

Are you knowledgeable in setting the right price for your home?
An agent has specialized training and the ability to formulate a comparative market analysis to price your home competitively. A Realtor is aware of changing market conditions and will price your home accordingly with optimum value in mind.

Do You Know The Most Effective Way To Advertise?
Choosing and agent will gain exposure to a network of over 5,000 agents, many with prospective buyers in waiting. This is the most important reason to have an agent on your side who knows all the best marketing platforms to gain you the most exposure. In addition, advertising including signs and multimedia will be managed by your real estate professional and is included with your listing.

Are you prepared to qualify a legitimate buyer? Or waste your time with lookey-loos.
1. Are they financially able to purchase your home?
2. Are they truly interested or on a sight-seeing tour?
Do you have the ability to negotiate the sale?
An agent has no emotional ties with the property and can handle objections on a more neutral basis. Fielding objections on price, terms, and amenities and handling them effectively is part of the training agents receive. You are emotionally vested in your home and that is normal. A prospective buyer is not and this can be the hardest part.
Are you prepared to field all the calls and make time to set and keep all appointments?
An agent will receive most of the calls and will schedule appointments accordingly. Unless you like knocks on your door out of the blue?

Do you understand the steps that take place after an agreement has been reached?
An agent will prepare a sales agreement that’s enforceable with forms that were written by lawyers. Why pay a lawyer separate to do the same thing? An agent understands closing costs and the process of title and escrow. We monitor the escrow process and follow the title exchange, recording and funding to transfer the home to the new buyer.

Before choosing to sell your home on your own, please weigh these questions and answers.

I take pride in my chosen career and my sellers and buyers are important to me. I make sure they are satisfied and always go the extra mile with solutions not promises.  With my proven techniques, great team and the “easy exit listing” why would you do it on your own.
So sit back and relax and leave the process to me!

www.snohomishcountyhomes4u.com

Last Chance To Buy Under 200K!!!!

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Get them while there still at Hot Prices!

Finally affordable living in Snohomish County! Buy now as prices are going up!
Last Chance in 2013 to buy under 200K.
Prices start at $168,950. Lake Stevens Schools
1.5 acre Community Park
Large Native growth protection Area
You actually get a yard and can be fenced!
Solid Granite slab counters in Kitchen and Bath! Not an upgrade.
GE Appliances
Open Great Room Floor plan
Very Low HOA
Extra Parking
5 Minutes to Lake Stevens

Shasta Ridge Division 3 now being built. Come and take a look at these beautiful
Town Homes now!
Looking for Single Family Homes? Division 4 also is now being built. Large Lot homes
starting at $239,950.

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Help and Advice in case of flooding

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What would you do if your property were flooded? Are you prepared?

Here in Washington we are lucky to have so many beautiful lakes and rivers surrounding us. With that beauty however comes a risk at times with rivers overflowing and threatening homes. Even if you feel you live in a community with a low risk of flooding, remember that anywhere it rains, it can flood.  Just because you haven’t experienced a flood in the past, doesn’t mean you won’t in the future.  Flood risk isn’t just based on history; it’s also based on a number of factors including rainfall , topography, flood-control measures, river-flow and tidal-surge data, and changes due to new construction and development.

Right now its really cold with nice sunny days but we know how fast it changes here. Take a look at these tips and information to help your family prepare in case the worse happens.

http://www.emd.wa.gov/preparedness/FloodSafe_HowTo.shtml

OPEN HOUSES! Dont Miss These Ones!

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OPEN HOUSES!

Bordering Mill Creek/Bothell and South Everett you will find 5 new homes tucked back on a culdesac. These are not any ordinary homes but absolutely extrodinary with builders touches and quality that you do not see everyday.

Come and see me Friday 1/11 and Saturday 1/12 from 1-3 p.m. You will fall in love!

12315 31st Ave SE, Everett 98208

Huge lots in Silver Lk~GREAT location! Private, dead-end street and lot will be mostly fenced. Features 4 bdrms, 2.75 bath, HUGE master bedroom (16×24!!) includes 5-pc master bath! Office/den downstairs *WITH CLOSET* so can be used as possible 5th bedroom!!, formal dining, rec room w/ fireplace AND living room. You’ll appreciate this builder’s attention to detail and design.

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For details on these homes please click here

Considering a Remodel Project This Winter? Know The Average Cost Before Starting

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Welcome to 2013! Do you know  its expected to be a double digit year in remodeling?

Since the Seattle Remodeling Expo  is going on right now and through the weekend what better time to give an idea on how much those new windows or kitchen remodel would be. If a project is in your horizon this year, whether large or small, take your time and compare. Its amazing the cost difference and quality so pay yourself back a bit and do your homework. But most of all have fun!

These are average costs of typical projects and could be more or less depending on materials, labor costs or if your doing it yourself. For example, we added on our home a family room addition. The below states typical cost at about $101K.  We added 940 sq. ft on our split level home for a family room and additional down stairs bedroom. Our cost 75K but, I have a handy husband who did most all of the labor except for foundation, framing and electrical. Still a chunk of money and the time spent was enormous. Many late nights after work and weekends to complete.  So when you do factor in costs dont forget to consider your time. Oh, and the possible arguments with your spouse in Lowes (yes, I do know first hand). Most of all from me to you~~ Good Luck!

 

PROJECT JOB COST RESALE VALUE COST RECOUPED
Minor Kitchen Remodel $20,947 $19,165 91.5%
Garage Door Replacement $1,742 $1,531 88.4%
Entry door replacement (steel) $1,473 $1,252 85%
Deck addition (wood) $12,938 $10,596 81.4%
Window Replacement (wood) $13,504 $10,995 81.4%
Attic Bedroom $61,066 $46,981 76.9%
Basement Remodel $76,393 $58,337 76.4%
Major Kitchen Remodel $64,209 $48,745 75.9%
Deck Addition (composite) $17,358 $13,045 75.2%
Bathroom Remodel $19,204 $14,431 75.1%
Siding Replaced (Vinyl) $14,161 $10,080 71.2%
Two-Story Addition $191,902 $135,006 70.4%
Roof Replacement $26,086 $17,942 68.8%
Family Room Addition $101,311 $69,611 68.7%
Entry Door Replacement $3,959 $2,696 68.1%
Garage Addition $69,904 $45,893 65.7%
Master Suite Addition $127,813 $82,764 64.8%
Bathroom Addition $48,237 $29,747 61.7%
Backup Power Generator $16,996 $8,783 51.7%
Sunroom Addition $85,177 $43,184 50.7%
Home Office Remodel $31,239 $15,777 50.5%

OPEN HOUSE IN SILVERLAKE ~~~HOT , HOT NEW HOME

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d14b28d0-c764-9af8-3ea272d01a641c89Gorgeous and Huge New Home in Silverlake

OPEN HOUSE TOMORROW 1/4/13; FROM 1-3. COME AND SEE THIS AND THE 4 OTHER BRAND NEW HOMES IS A CULDESAC

FOR MORE PICTURES PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW.
http://snohomishcountyhomes4u.com/listings/D15557E2-06BE-229E-64E66EA179B2E3C7.shtml

Everett, WA 98208

Price: $494,950

GORGEOUS new construction home in a new 5 lot community, huge lot in the Silver Lake area~GREAT location! Private, dead-end street and lot will be mostly fenced. Features 4 bdrms, 2.75 bath, large master bedroom includes 5-pc master bath! Office/den downstairs *WITH CLOSET* so can be used as possible 5th bedroom!!, formal dining, rec room w/ fireplace AND living room. close to major shopping centers, malls, schools, Costco, Parks, Beaches and Everett Boeing. What could be better? You will definitely appreciate this builder’s attention to detail and design~!!

Move in Ready and will not Disappoint!

•Neighborhood: Silverlake
•Lot Size: 8400
•Type: Single Family Residential for Sale
•Floors: Two or More Stories
•Parking/Garage: 3
•Bedrooms: 4
•Baths: 2
•Half Baths: 1
•Square Feet: 2969
•Year Built: 2012
•School District: Everett

Protect Yourself This Holiday Season and Beyond

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We all love going home at the end of the day to a place we feel safe. Yet, residential homes are often the target of burglary, theft and other crimes. Statistically there are over 8000 reported home invasions each and every day across North America. Luckily, there are a number of measures you can take to help keep your home and valuables secure when you are at home or away.

Secure the Yard with a Fence –  A fence and locked gate are two simple ways to prevent your home from looking like a target. These tactical deterrents add an important obstacle for thieves to overcome, and burglars will avoid homes with these basic security features. Fences can also add privacy to your backyard, and keep children and pets in one place as they play. Many fencing options are both attractive and secure, so you don’t need to worry about creating a “fortress” appearance around your home.
Secure Lighting- Lighting is a basic but important burglary deterrent. Indoor and outdoor lights can thwart would-be thieves by creating the illusion that the house is occupied when you are not home, and by minimizing the number of places for burglars to hide at night. Keep your yard well lit with motion-detecting lights and put several interior lights on a programmable timer when you are away.
Secure Garage  – Garages are a favorite target for thieves because they contain easy to sell valuables like bicycles, tools and cars. Garages can also provide easy access into the home unless precautions are taken. Installing garage door openers will make access much more difficult, but it’s also important to keep all garage windows and access doors securely locked. Look into installing tempered glass in windows, or covering the inside of the windows with a sheet of durable Plexiglas. You might also consider fastening a padlock and hasp on the interior access door when you leave for extended periods of time.
Secure Entrances  – Make a thorough evaluation of the entry points to your home. Make sure all doors have a secure lock and reinforce the door frames. Windows should be closed and locked at all times when you are away. You can also look into glass alternatives that are harder to break or cut.
The Right Alarm System  There are numerous variables and systems of monitoring, so research should be invested to find the perfect system that will works for your home and your budget. I am attaching one of those offers that I give to clients. You get a great system and a bonus too. Dont forget to give my name for this great deal! Remax Security System

Grand Opening Today! Hurry Only 5 Homes in this Development.

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12311 31st Ave SE, Everett 98208  Open today and Saturday 11-1; December 7th and 8th
GORGEOUS new construction home in a new 5 lot community, huge lot in the Silver Lake area~GREAT location! Private, dead-end street and lot will be mostly fenced. Features 4 bdrms, 2.75 bath, HUGE master bedroom (16×24!!) includes 5-pc master bath! Office/den downstairs *WITH CLOSET* so can be used as possible 5th bedroom!!, formal dining, rec room w/ fireplace AND living room,  …You’ll appreciate this builder’s attention to detail and design~!!  For More pictures please visit full listing at www.snohomishcountyhomes4u.com

 

Wow! Check Out These Great Events December 1, 2012 at the Mill Creek Town Center

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Christmas

This Saturday, December 1st, Santa is coming to the  Mill Creek Town Center.  Santa will be having brunch at Kafe Neo and tea at Spotted Cow! 

Then come across the street to our office (Remax Town Center) We will host a gingerbread house coloring contest from 12-4pm. Children can come in and color homes, and we will help them place their pictures in the window for display. A hot chocolate station and coffee station will be set up for refreshments. We have also coordinated to have local author Susan Straub-Martin, http://www.strauberrystudios.com that will be reading her new Christmas book! Reading will be at 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm.
After all the festivities we will pick a 1st and 2nd place winner from each age division. 1st place winners will receive a gift card to the local toy shop in the town center, and 2nd place will receive a signed copy of the Christmas book from Susan Straum.
Hope to See you there!

 

And dont forget after to check out the Tree lighting Event

Mark your calendar and please join Rotary of Mill Creek and Mill Creek Parks & Recreation for the annual Parade & Tree Lighting in Town Center. A few highlights from the event include musical performances by Jackson High School Jazz Band & Drumline, Disney Characters, Carolers, and Santa & his Elves.  Photos with Santa in Town Center – bring your cameras and add to your family memories.

Date: Saturday, Dec 1, 2012

Time: Parade at 3:30 pm & Tree Lighting at 4:30 pm

Location: North end of Main Street and end at Mill Creek City Hall

For more information, please visit: the City”s website at www.cityofmillcreek.com

Does your next move take into consideration great schools?

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Does your next move take into consideration close proximity to great schools? Or just curious if yours made the grade?

Check this out to see the latest list of Top 10 High Schools in our state:

School Digger. com