Real Estate

The Joy of Observing a House Artist Hard at Work
March 27, 2008, 5:35 PM
it's comforting to know that out there exists at least one team intent on bringing their excellence in art and ecological sensibilities to the craft of home building.

Acting Beyond the Ordinary
March 27, 2008, 11:20 AM
I celebrate those who, despite all the gloom and doom, have rolled up their sleeves, said "there's work to be done here" and forged ahead.

What's On Your Goddard's List?
March 19, 2008, 10:35 AM
As Mr. Goddard relates about his own life, he was inspired at age fifteen to sit down at the kitchen table and begin crafting his "life list", an inventory of experiences he wished to have, his life's road map.

Letting Those Who Are Taught Teach
March 12, 2008, 1:10 AM
My "instructor evaluations" were about what I expected, brutal to sanguine. For some, my style was best described as "excruciating, the worst in a career filled with seemingly needless clock hour classes"; others "delightful, informative and energetic".

Code of Ethics
February 20, 2008, 8:30 PM
It contains within it the framework for correct behavior amongst professionals as they serve their clients, the public and each other. The articles and their standards of practice are the standard by which arbitration and disciplinary action are dispensed. It remains the model for much real estate and contract-related law in municipalities across the country.

Safety Tips for Showings and Open Houses
February 15, 2008, 6:30 PM
Being safe requires forethought, vigilance and most importantly, common sense.

One Pundit's Prognosis for The Nation's Economy and Real Estate Markets
February 06, 2008, 5:20 PM
Although the Fed has already aggressively attacked rates, Mr. Gardner suggests the likelihood of yet another .5percent basis point reduction at their next meeting, preceded perhaps by a .25pt. cut prior to that event.

Increases in the Conforming Loan and FHA Loan Limits?
January 25, 2008, 1:25 PM
..it appears there will be increases in both the Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac-backed conforming loan limits, set currently for single family residences at $417,000 and the FHA limit, to be increased from its currently locked ceiling of $362,790 to a recalculation of 125% of the country's median price with a new limit set at $729,000.

Finding the "Up" in A "Down" Market
January 22, 2008, 3:40 PM
Whether home seller or buyer, with a little more deliberation, investigation and consideration, you may find reason for optimism amidst the gloom.

Flip That House.....Or Maybe Not
January 07, 2008, 5:55 PM
Unbeknownst to most, a change was made to Washington State's contractor registration statute that went into effect this past July requiring that many real estate investors and developers be licensed as a contractor.