Blog archives from 2009

Homes with High Walk-ability Worth More
Sep
8

Homes with High Walk-ability Worth More

Homes located within walking distance of amenities such as schools, parks and shopping aren’t only more convenient for their owners, often they’re also worth more than homes in neighborhoods where driving is the rule, according to a study released last month. The report, “Walking the Walk: How Walkability Raises Housing Values in U.S. Cities,” was commissioned by CEOs for Cities, a national network of urban leaders from the civic, business, academic and philanthropic sectors.
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New Foreclosure Rules In Washington Assist Homeowners
Sep
3

New Foreclosure Rules In Washington Assist Homeowners

The predominant method to foreclose a residential property in Washington is through a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding. The law has been in effect for many years with relatively few major changes overall.  However, in its last session, the Legislature in Washington added a whole new section to the statute that changes the method of foreclosure dramatically for certain homeowners. Lenders are now required to provide credit counseling to certain homeowners


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Jan said
"Running out to my recycle container right now to check. Helpful article. " about Recycling: A Refresher Course
on Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 9:50 PM

Shirley said
"I heard they are considering extending this credit past November. Heard anything like this?" about Six Critical Things You Need to Know to Get the $8000 Buyer Credit
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:57 AM

Steven said
"Well, time will tell I guess. For my sake I hope it's true but I have a feeling the high end market is going to come down in price for the next several years. " about
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:56 AM

Micah said
"Keep posting more articles like this. Question, does a short sale offer delay the foreclosure process??" about New Foreclosure Rules In Washington Assist Homeowners
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:54 AM

Jessica said
"This will be even more true when the price of gas jumps to seven dollars a gallon!" about Homes with High Walk-ability Worth More
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:52 AM