Monthly Archives: February 2012

Town of Woodway Beckons Magnolia Buyers

Recently I did some research in order to identify the demographic profile of a typical buyer who purchases an estate type home in Woodway, WA (1-3 acres).  What was not a surprise to me was that most of the buyers came … Continue reading

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CNN Money: Secrets to getting a mortgage with so-so credit

Lenders have tightened the screws on mortgage credit since the crash.  This CNN Money article gives a few things to think about:  http://cnnmon.ie/jBzPT5

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Fannie and BofA Duke it out in Lover’s Spat Over Who Dumped Whom

Bank of America sure loves to be the news!  http://onforb.es/w5U31Z

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Amazon to Build 3 Million Square Feet of Office Space in South Lake Union Area

And this ain’t chump change stuff! Check it out: http://bit.ly/yTFTsn

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For Valentine’s Day: Apparently Home Ownership = More Dates/Love!

Never would have thought of this one, but check it out: http://cnnmon.ie/Ax505Y

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Seattle Times Snapshot of Home Activity for 2011

Lots and lots of stats for you to check out in an easy to read and understand format: http://bit.ly/ynX1SO

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We’re Talking REALLY low interest rates for home loans.

One would think that the buyers would be lined up at the door to buy:  Prices are way down and the interest rates are at historic lows… And it could be happening.  Some real estate experts who said “SELL” a … Continue reading

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What Happens WHen You Walk Away From Real Estate?

Here’s an article which outlines some of the considerations if you’re underwater on your home loan (It will sell for less than what you now owe). http://linkd.in/wTZ2zX

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One of the Best-Kept Secrets in Seattle Real Estate?

Many people are now searching these areas instead of the areas which immediately come to mind when one thinks of popular Seattle neighborhoods for real estate: http://bit.ly/wh3yWA

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Wind of Change Coming in 2012 Regarding Home Buyers’ Opportunity?

According to a recent report, the banks will once again start loosening the tight credit that home buyers have been experiencing the past few years since the houseing crash: http://bit.ly/xlXYeC

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