Mortgage lenders can get hourly computer updates on the current Par rate, the lowest rate available for a home mortgage or refinance. You have every right to see the current Par rate so you can make a wise decision on whether to go for Par or buy down your loan by paying points. Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) are payments the mortgage lender receives for selling you a higher interest ...

SEATTLE HOUSING MARKET COOLS? Not that much, unless you are a luxury home buyer. My recent transactions, where the home is well priced, have still been in multiple offer situations - however the bidding has been stopping short of seller "best case" expectations. One recent shift in the marketing of homes by agents has been a move away from "offer review days" where buyers are asked to take th ...

I just finished uploading this Duplex, 1138 NW 58th Street, Seattle WA Serene Ballard Retreat in the heart of hip urbanity. Major upgrades to all systems w/ thoughtful details throughout. Upstairs features deluxe kitchen w/ 5 burner stainless gas range, island w/ 2nd sink, custom maple cabinets & butcher block countertops. Formal dining room, potential 5th bedroom or office, all dbl pane win ...

I just sold this Condo at 1200 Boylston Ave , Seattle WA in the Capitol Hill neighborhood.

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I just sold this Condo at 1200 Boylston Ave , Seattle WA in the Capitol Hill neighborhood.

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I just sold this House at 1112 NW 67th St, Seattle WA in the Ballard neighborhood.

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So many people enjoyed the last blog about the possible origins of the Red Doors so popular right now, I decided to forward this info on another practice; burying a St. Joseph in the yard of a home up for sale.  Here's what my friend and client Deane emailed me: Origins:   Those trying to sell a home often feel in need of a miracle when a quick sale fails to materialize. Folklore purports to h ...