Looking for a Fixer or Investment Property?

There is still time in 2019 to find that Fixer or Investment Property.  Here is a little guide while you are looking.

Don't miss out on your 2019 Opportunity (Click here)

Is your Roof ready for Winter?

Here comes the Rain, Snow, Wind.  Is your roof ready for Winter?  

Checking the Roof (Click Here)

Holiday Decorating!!!

It is a great weekend to get some of it done...We all need a little extra activity in our days this weekend.

Holiday Decorating (Click Here)

It's All About The Turkey!

It is all about the turkey and a few other things as well...Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Turkey Day!! (Click Here)

Let's Go Millennials!!

Get your boots on and let's get out there.  Millennials and Boomers are the largest groups looking to buy in 2020.  Mellennials want a home on a small lot as do Boomers.  Mellennials will purchase a two level or a single level home.  Boomers want out out of the two level on large lots.  Let's make it work in 2020.  Ready, Go.

Let's go Millennials!! (Click here)

How can we help our Vets?

A special Thank You to all that have and continue to serve our Country.  

For all who serve and have served! (Click Here)

Homeowner Tax Breaks!

What Homeowner Tax Breaks have you been using?  Are they still available?  Have any new Tax Breaks become available?

Homeowner Tax Breaks (click here)

Happy Holidays, here comes Mischief Night...

What have you done that was mischievous for Halloween?  I can remember my Mother telling us that in her youth there were those who knocked over Outhouses.  The did not, in those days, go trick or treating for treats, especially in the farming communities.

Mischief Night 

Replace or Reface...As we move indoors as the Seasons change, we may be looking around for ideas.

Spring and Summer are behind us, now we are looking at Autumn and Winter and will probably be spending more of our time inside.  Are we looking at doing some Painting, Replacement, Repair.  Here are some thoughts as we discern.  Sometimes a good check list is helpful.

Paint, Replace, Repair (click here)

Bees may be our best friends.

Do you see bees in your gardens?  I know that they love my Lavender and will let me know if I choose to cut too much.  LOL.  If you find that you have too many Bees in your yard, land, there are those who can assist you with the removal.  Here are some helpful hints.

Bees, be friendly (click here)

Thinking of painting the interior of your home?

What are your favorite interior colors?  I think htat it can be region directed.  In the Pacific NW, I find that Homeowners are looking for a lighter/brighter interior shade of colors.  What are your favorite where you live?

Interior Paint Colors (click here)

Here Comes Autumn! Ready?

Ready or not it is here.  Some think that Winter is here as well.  Snow if falling in the Pacific Northwest and through the Upper Midwest.

Autumn is here as is Halloween (Click Here)

Welcome to Fall!

Love looking out the windows, home, car, etc. and seeing the beauty of the season.  With this beauty comes the clean up.  I find a great joy in being in the yard during this season, the weather is more pleasant, people are outside, walking, cleaning, talking.

What are your Autumn thoughts (Click Here)

We love our pets, however...

We love our pets, however, they don't always love visitors.  Some visitors do not really care for or about our pets as well..so, here are some tips when your home is on the market.

Our pets (click here)

Door Security - Privacy and Security

Is there a difference between Privacy and Security?  How about with your Neighbors?  

Door Security (Click here)

Co-Borrower

Are you a Co-Borrower or assisting a Family member or friend with the purchase of their property.  If so, how does this affect your finances.

Co-Borrower (click here)

Looking towards Winter and a Cozy and Warm Home.

As we move into the Autumn and Winter Seasons we begin to think about just how are we going keep our home, family and pets comfy and warm.  We may have ended last Winter thinking that we would look into a new or different system as we move through the year.  Well, maybe this well help in your decision making process for 2019-2020.

Making my home Comfy for 2020. (Click here)

Are you trying to survive a remodel?

It can be a challenge to survive the journey of the remodel..

Surviving your remodel! (click here)

Do you have or are you thinking of an Electric Car?

It is becoming the trend especially in the PNW.  Have you thought about the availability of an Electric Plug In at home?

Your Electric Plug in at Home for your Car. (Click Here)

Looking forward to Autumn, however, some are still living with the Summer Heat!

Today as we look forward to Autumn, many of us are still dealing with the Summer heat.  Here are a few suggestions to get through this final stage.

Summer Heat (Click here)

Check your brick..

It is a perfect time of the year to check your house before Winter sets in...Have you looked at your brick lately?  

Check the brickll (click here)

How are your Windows?

How are your windows, are they letting in the heat and the cold?  Has the seal broken?  Do you just want new windows?

How are your Windows? (Click Here)

To Pay off your Mortgage Early or not..

What are the advantages in paying off your Mortgage early.  Are you looking at retirement or a child going to College in the near future...

Paying off your Mortgage (Click Here)

What a great place to hang with Family and Friends..

An outdoor fireplace is a home venue for Family. Friends, Watching your favorite Sports Activity Family Events.  

Perfect Hangout!! (Click Here)

How Much Information Do You Need?

Would this be a good notice for you and your family?  Sometimes we just need that little reminder.

Alexa, do I need..... (click here)

Gardens are Work...

While we love our flowers, lavender and the joy of the view, we do have to keep a look out for the weeds...How do you keep your garden looking beautiful?

Gardens are work, but such a joy!

Time to Buy Your New Nest...

It is looking like a great time to get into the Market and make that purchase...Interest Rates are going in the right direction.  Rents are going UP, your home interest rates are going DOWN..  How can I help you in the Market?

Interest Rates are going DOWN!! (click here)

FOUNDATION CRACKS..

Whenever we see a crack in the foundation we tend to overthink it.  What is your greatest concern?

Foundation Cracks (click here)

Septic Tank Maintenance

If you live with a Septic Tank on your property, whether in Town or Out of Town, this is a great review for keeping it up and working.

Septic Tank Maintenance (Check here)

Kitchen Danger...Oops

Be careful of what you leave on the stove as you leave the kitchen..

Kitchen Danger!! ( Click here to view)

Time for a little cleaning..

As we move into a new Season, it may be time to change out what is old and get something new..this could be a simple as a new air filter.

Change out the filters..(click here)

How Can We Help?

For Sale By Owner is harder than it first appears.  It is not just about lookers, it is a legal process of the transfer of your Title to another Owner.

FSBO (Click here)

Yard Robo

Just for the fun of it, would you try this?

Keep your yard looking good..

Yard Robo (click here)

Who Likes To Play In The Dirt?

It is that time of the year..The Sun is out and the dirt is ready for the adventure..

Play in the dirt!! (Click Here)

The Sun is Out!!!

Loving it that the Sun is out.  Time to hit the dirt and get some fun going for the Summer.







Let's go and play in the Dirt! (click here)

Garage Sales this Weekend!!

Memorial Day Weekend is a great weekend for a Garage Sale.  Here are a few good hints if you are making plans for one of your own..

Garage Sale Tips (Click Here)

Popcorn...

Do you like your popcorn in your bowl or on your ceiling?

Popcorn (click to view)

Purchasing by Auction..

An Auction Purchase can be fun and disappointing all at the same time...Or it can be a huge winning situation..Just go prepared..

Buying at Auction (click here)

Reverse Mortgage - Yes or No?

What do you know about Reverse Mortgages...here is a great read.  Of course there is more to the story..

Click Here!! What do your know about a Reverse Mortgage?

How is your water?

My water has a definite chemical smell...Filters are important, but just how important..

Filtering your Water..(click here)

Pool Days!!

Thinking of a new pool this Summer...Pool parties, family gatherings or just a place to chill..

Pool Fun (click here)

Getting Ready For A Beautiful Summer!!

Getting ready for a beautiful Summer.  It may begin with cleaning your air conditioner, as we tend to spend more time inside when it is hot outside especially if it gets humid.  It is always a great idea to be ready.

Cleaning our A/C  (click here)

Family Photo's

Our families are very important to us.  Many times this is how we keep up with members of our family.  We love to share our family pictures.  How do you show them at your home?  I know that I have walls and shelves full of photo's, along with albums.💓

Family Photo's (click here)

Spring Has Sprung!!

Spring has sprung, the grass has riz, now let's get going on cleaning out the house and get ready to bring in the flowers.

Spring cleaning suggestions: (click here)

Looking at your Property Taxes?

This may give you a little insight into reviewing your Property Taxes, especially if you are on a fixed income..

Property Tax Review (click here)

Homeowners Associations..

Sometimes this can cause confusion when looking for a new Nest.  Attached is a good review.

Homeowners Associations (click here)

Is your Home Smart?

How Smart is your home?

Smart Home (Click here)

Are you Ready? Here comes Summer!!!

Are you looking outside and seeing a great weather change?  I know that I have been enjoying the new weather here in the Pacific NW.  First day of Spring and it was 70 degrees.  Time to get out and clean up the yard and patio.  Here are some ideas..

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Good Neighbor Homes

Check this out and see if you qualify for this HUD financing opportunity!

Good Neighbor Home Owner (Click here)

Did you Stay cool last Summer?

Looking forward as we approach the Summer Season.  How did you stay cool in your home last summer?  Will you be 

looking for an upgrade this year?

Thinking of a beautiful Summer season! (Click here)