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Finding the Best Schools in Seattle

Where Are The Best Schools

Finding the right home in a good school district is a big deal and a recent survey conducted by Realtor.com proves it. 91% of nearly 1,000 respondents said that locating school boundaries were important when searching for a new home, but figuring out which school district is the best for your family can be tough.

What is included when I buy a house?

What is included when I buy a house? findwell agent, Lauren GeRoy, answers in this installment of Ask an Agent.

Box Canyon RD Goldendale, WA 98620

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/EY9MAD Tall towering pine trees great for private camping, residential living and vacationing. Wells in the area are around 140 to 180 ft deep, 2 blow tested over 80 GPM. Bathrooms: 0.00 Price: $32,500

Big Springs RD Goldendale, WA 98620

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/ACFCJN 576 Sq ft Cabin w/580 sq ft deck, Well, Seasonal Creeks with Springs, Aspen, oak and Pine Trees. Surveyed, Fenced 2 sides, Back 160 ac State Land, lots of Deer and turkey, 2 deeded parcels. Very private setting with gated access, cabin located at back of property. Has old windmill.

What is a sewer scope and why is it important when buying a house?

What is a sewer scope and why is it important when buying a house? findwell agent Michael Schafer answers in this installment of Ask an Agent.

Bickleton HWY Goldendale, WA 98620

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/7UCQHX 80 acres that lies on both sides of Bickleton Hwy with excellent view of Rock Creek, some Oak trees, open and Big Hills... Bluff style Property, fenced on 2 sides, possible owner terms, 25 % down. Lots of wildlife. Bathrooms: 0.00 Price: $76,000

Northwest MLS Seattle Real Estate Statistics for April 2015

The Northwest MLS has released their Western Washington real estate statistics for April 2015.

Trevor RD Goldendale, WA 98620

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/PFQNNF 20 acres with awesome valley views and simcoe mtns, treed with oak, Topo changing with levels area great for building rd into property and power, some fencing. Power at SE corner. Bathrooms: 0.00 Price: $35,000

Using Salvaged Materials in Your Next Home Project

Lately, we’ve been seeing more and more people using salvaged materials in their home DIY and remodeling projects. Using salvaged materials can save you a lot of money while adding charm and character to your home, not to mention keeping these items out of our landfills! Though these discarded materials will cost you 50%-75% less than new, be prepared to spend more time and effort shopping, cleaning, repairing, and installing these products.

findwell CEO and Zillow Chief Economist talk real estate data

Zillow Twitter Chat - Top Tweets

findwell CEO Kevin Lisota (@KevinLisota) and Zillow’s Chief Economist Stan Humphries (@StanHumphries) got together today for a chat on Twitter about real estate data.

Tucker Hill 78 Goldendale, WA 98620

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/DZBRCU 20 acres of level great growing soil. Fenced east line Mt Hood view and Peak at Mt Adams. Surveyed and easy to find. Quite area for peacefully country living. Four lots to choose from come pick your today. Owner terms pref. Bathrooms: 0.00 Price: $89,000

Do I need to stage my house to get it sold?

Do I need to stage my house to get it sold? findwell agent Tamar Baber answers in this installment of Ask an Agent.

Outdoor Living

It’s that time of year to dust off the barbecue, dig out your patio furniture from the depths of your garage and do some spring planting. Here in Seattle, we like to make the most of our 3 months (maybe 4 tops) of outdoor living. If you’re looking to spruce up your space we are featuring some outdoor spaces that have taken the idea of outdoor living to a new level! Whether you have a small townhome patio, rooftop deck, cozy backyard, or expansive green space – here is a little inspiration for everyone!

304 W MARKET ST Bickleton, WA 99322

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/89NVXS Rural center zoning allows many commercial businesses, well, septic and power,3 RV hookups, slab, fenced with 2 driveways. Bickleton is installing city water system also in mean time you will still have water. Owner terms 14% dwn, 6 % interest, $ 551.00 per month collection account to be set up at title co.

3023 NW 3rd Ave Camas WA For Sale - PENDING $750,000

Outstanding Executive Luxury View Home!
Overview Maps Photos Features Description Market Stats

A New Way to Avoid Probate for Your Vancouver Washington Home

Why You Want to Know About Washington's New "Transfer On Death" Deed

20 MILL RD 31 Appleton, WA 98602

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/A5BV73 5.6 ac Borders on North line Timber co for room to roam, well over 1000 acres! Concrete building & Old cistern with spring, both need repair, I am told there is a pump in the cistern. Tall trees with open areas ready for your Home or Cabin. Bathrooms: 0.00 Price: $45,000

Vancouver WA Condo Market Report - Recap 2014

Vancouver's Condo Market in 2014 Roared to Life, with Strong Increases in Average Sales Price and Units Sold.

The Vancouver WA Condo Market (we count Attached homes + Condos) is a smaller but important subset of the overall real estate market, coming in at 14.14% of the total units sold (8.5% in 2013).  2014 was a break-out year on the upside for Condos, with these highlights:

I am unhappy with the agent who is selling my house. Can I switch agents?

I am unhappy with the agent who is selling my house. Can I switch agents? findwell agent Lauren GeRoy answers in this installment of Ask an Agent.

What is a pre-inspection and why would I do one when buying a home?

What is a pre-inspection and why would I do one when buying a home? findwell agent Michael Schafer answers in this installment of Ask an Agent.

“Who wants it more?” – The key to winning a close bidding war for a house

The past couple years have meant lots of aggressive bidding wars for home buyers in Seattle. Bidding wars are nerve-racking, and it is easy to be disappointed or discouraged when you lose, particularly if the final price was the same or very similar to what you were willing to pay.

Pine Creek RD Bickleton, WA 99322

Property Site: http://tour.circlepix.com/home/9A9R5U 118 acres, very good condition Cabin, Outhouse, Garden shed, Mt Adams and Mt Rainier views, Trees, very private, secluded, Off Grid location. Abuts 640 acres state land and Yakima Indian Reservation.

Camas WA Real Estate Market Summary for 2014

Camas WA Real Estate Market with Strong Gains in 2014

Unlike the Fourth Quarter of 2013's major price dip, the Fall of 2014 only saw a slight dip in the average sales price, and finished the year with much improvement in Average Sales price and level of Distressed Properties.  These are some of the highlights for 2014:

A first look at Zillow’s new book: ‘Zillow Talk: The New Rules of Real Estate’

We got our hands on an advance copy of Zillow’s geeky new real estate book called Zillow Talk: The New Rules of Real Estate. The book is a fun and engaging read, weaving together tons of statistics with topics like “is it better to remodel your bathroom than your kitchen” or “you shouldn’t buy the worst house in the best neighborhood.”

Vancouver WA Real Estate Market Summary for 2014

Real Estate in Vancouver WA for 2014 Showed Strong Results!

The Year 2014 Closed out even stronger than the Year before, with Less of a seasonal slowdown in the 4th Quarter. Here are this year's highlights:

$750,000
Single Family Home at 3023 NW 3rd Ave, Camas Washington
Main Features
3 Bedrooms4 Bathrooms1 Half BathroomInterior: 3,717 sqft, Elevator for Ease of Accessing each Floor!Lot: 0.45 acre(s), with Great Landscaping, Huge Boulders, More!Year Built: 2000MLS #: 15086209
Location
3023 NW 3rd AveCamas, WA 98607USA