
Summer Housing Market News
News on the Alaskan Way Viaduct

Things are Shaping Up Downtown Seattle There are lots of interesting things going on in Seattle right now. If you have gone to a Mariners or Sounders game or just been downtown, you know what I mean. Here is the website to "keep you in the know" and it has a lot of good and useful information. The latest? Kiewit wins the contract to start demolishing the viaduct. … Continue reading...
Christmas Entertaining Ideas

Holiday Entertaining - Are you Looking for some festive and delicious Christmas dinner ideas? Search no further. Real Simple has gathered some of their best recipes—from appetizers to mains to desserts to drinks—to make your meal as special as the holiday itself. First, take the edge off everyone’s appetites with some small bites, like prosciutto-wrapped pears with blue cheese or caramelized onion and apple tarts (made with store-bought puff pastry to speed things up, of course). Then serve up a … Continue reading...
Bellevue Winter Season – It’s Magic!

From Snowflake Lane, to the ice arena, to the garden d'lights, Bellevue has something for everyone to enjoy during the winter season. Here is a link to find out what is going on and how you and family or friends can find something fun and unique to do during the cold days and nights. Enjoy yourself! If you would like to look at houses while you are out one weekend, let me know and we can set that up. Your schedule and preferences, of course! Let's talk soon! … Continue reading...
Punch Recipes for Thanksgiving

We all have our recipes for Thanksgiving whether they were mom's, grandma's or even grandpa's and even though we might pick up some new ones along the way, when it comes to drinks for everyone, that can be a little harder. Here are some punch recipes from Delish.com for Thanksgiving, try a new one out this year and let me know how it goes over. Most of these have alcohol in them but there is no reason if needed, they can be made without. Enjoy! … Continue reading...
Which Home Loan is Right for You?

HOME LOANS If and when you're shopping for a home, odds are you may be shopping for a home loan as well. These days, loans are by no means a one-mortgage-fits-all model. Where you live, how long you plan to stay put, and other variables can make certain home loans better suited to your circumstances than others. Getting all the information you can and choosing wisely could save you a bundle on your down payment, fees, and interest. Realtor.com has put together a list of the 6 most common … Continue reading...
New Housing Statistics

THE MARKET ACCORDING TO J. LENNOX SCOTT, CHAIRMAN AND CEO OF JOHN L. SCOTT "In Seattle & Portland metros we are seeing more inventory coming on the market in the mid and higher price ranges, creating a great selection and more breathing room for the backlog of buyers; but it continues to be a seller's market. Homes are selling quickly and multiple offers in areas near job centers are still the norm, with the summer market turning out to be one of the hottest on record. In Portland and … Continue reading...