Craftsman townhouse in the heart of Ballard!  Formal entry with slate floor, new paint  throughout, open living & dining room with hardwood floors & beautiful gas fireplace.  Cook’s kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances & gas range.  Two master suites with vaulted ceilings.  Spacious separate utility room, attached garage. Fenced & landscaped front patio with stone pavers.

Classic Cape Cod on great street in wonderful Ballard neighborhood.  Bright living room with picture windows & fireplace.  Remodeled kitchen with adjoining eating space.  Full bathroom features original mosaic tile.  Four bedrooms above grade plus expansion potential in large unfinished basement. Deck overlooking sunny backyard with garden beds.  Fresh paint throughout, one car attached garage, move in ready.

Affordable two bedroom one bath rambler in wonderful Ballard/Fremont neighborhood!  Hardwood floors, thermal windows, fresh paint throughout. Detached studio has second bathroom & is perfect for a variety of uses.  Fully fenced private yard with mature plantings including a producing fig tree, stone patio.  Garage with alley access.

This beautiful Mid-Century Rambler is move-in ready with many thoughtful updates throughout! Spacious and bright living room features hardwood floors and brick fireplace. Kitchen flows nicely to dining room, with sliding glass doors leading to extra large deck and backyard– perfect for entertaining and gardening!  Dining area opens up to family room and is complete with gas stove. Newer double pane storm windows, fiber internet and metal roof.  Close to walking trails and parks.

Never again allowed- built over the water-Lake Union condo.  Unobstructed magnificent 180 degree views of downtown, Space Needle, Queen Anne, Aurora & Fremont Bridges, Olympic Mountains & Gas Works Park. Swimming pool, 36’ boat slip in private marina, two west facing balconies, 2 secure parking spaces, on site building manager, financially secure condo association with large reserves.  Updated unit is built in a wave theme with curved ceilings & walls to enhance water views.

Enjoy the best of new & old in this updated 1904 Sunset Hill home! Open floor plan features spacious living room with gas fireplace & dining room with bay window. Large master with ample storage, sunny kitchen with stainless appliances & adjoining all-season sun room. Lower level has two additional bedrooms, bath, workshop & lots of storage. Entertainment sized deck overlooks private low maintenance backyard complete with fountain & hot tub. Alley access with gate for off-street parking.  Fabulous location in quiet neighborhood close to shops, restaurants, Shilshole & the locks.

Cape Cod Charmer featuring hardwood floors, original millwork & new thermal wood windows.  Remodeled kitchen with stainless appliances,granite counters & sunny eating area.  Updated bathroom features hex-tile floor & pedestal sink.  Wonderful media room  with new carpet.  Enjoy the large backyard complete with patio perfect for entertaining.  Mature landscaping, raised garden beds & shed. Great street in wonderful Ballard neighborhood.

Solid brick and cedar side by side duplex in the heart of Ballard.  Desirable LR1 zoning and full 5000 sq ft lot.  Bright units with hardwood floors.  Both units have large laundry rooms.  Off street parking and sunny well manicured yard.  Great owner occupied or investment property in high demand neighborhood.  Central Ballard location, walk to Ballard amenities.

Walk to Green Lake! Potential abounds in this affordable 1909 bungalow.  Great starter or rental in high demand neighborhood.  Main floor with high ceilings, bright living room, large eat-in farmhouse kitchen with adjoining utility room.  Original fir wood floors on main level. New roof in 2007, new range/oven.  Alley access, off-street parking, newly sodded large backyard.  

This 1940 Cape Cod House features Olympic Mountain and canal views!  Lots of windows to  take and views and sunlight.  Mahogany trim, coved ceilings, glass door knobs. Living room features beautiful fireplace and wood floors.  Bright & spacious eat-in kitchen has picture window and ceramic tile floor.  Sunny landscaped yard,partially fenced.  Off-street parking, unfinished basement.

A: Many people are wondering about the value of their homes. There are many factors that can influence value, including;

• Neighborhood - if the homes in your neighborhood are well-maintained, it can help your home hold its value or appreciate consistently through time. Even such intangibles as friendly neighbors or low noise levels can affect property values.
• Community - good schools can have a positive impact on property values, along with responsive city services, low crime rates and thriving businesses. Having such amenities as a library, parks and walking trails nearby also help property values.
• Roads and transportation -  if the roads are maintained properly and offer convenient access to the businesses, shopping and attractions, your property value will tend to be higher.

Call me for a comparative analysis to give you a reasonable idea of your home's value in today's market. I can also provide selling prices of similar homes in your area.

• The $8,000 tax credit is for first-time home buyers only. For the tax credit program, the IRS defines a first-time home buyer as someone who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase.
• The tax credit does not have to be repaid unless the home is sold or ceases to be used as the buyer’s principal residence within three years after the initial purchase.
• The tax credit is equal to 10 percent of the home’s purchase price up to a maximum of $8,000.
• The tax credit applies only to homes priced at $800,000 or less.
• The tax credit now applies to sales occurring on or after January 1, 2009 and on or before April 30, 2010. However, in cases where a binding sales contract is signed by April 30, 2010, a home purchase completed by June 30, 2010 will qualify.
• For homes purchased on or after January 1, 2009 and on or before November 6, 2009, the income limits are $75,000 for single taxpayers and $150,000 for married couples filing jointly.
• For homes purchased after November 6, 2009 and on or before April 30, 2010, single taxpayers with incomes up to $125,000 and married couples with incomes up to $225,000 qualify for the full tax credit.

The $6,500 Move-Up / Repeat Home Buyer Tax Credit at a Glance

• To be eligible to claim the tax credit, buyers must have owned and lived in their previous home for five consecutive years out of the last eight years.
• The tax credit does not have to be repaid unless the home is sold or ceases to be used as the buyer’s principal residence within three years after the initial purchase.
• The tax credit is equal to 10 percent of the home’s purchase price up to a maximum of $6,500.
• The tax credit applies only to homes priced at $800,000 or less.
• The credit is available for homes purchased after November 6, 2009 and on or before April 30, 2010. However, in cases where a binding sales contract is signed by April 30, 2010, the home purchase qualifies provided it is completed by June 30, 2010.
• Single taxpayers with incomes up to $125,000 and married couples with incomes up to $225,000 qualify for the full tax credit.

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• Note pad and pen. You'll want to take notes about each property. As you visit more homes, details may begin to blur together and your notes will help keep them straight.
• Flashlight. This will help you take a closer look into enclosed areas.
• Tape Measure. It's important to check such dimensions as room sizes, clearances and the depth of the garage, etc.
• Camera. This will allow you to look back and compare homes side-by-side. You can also share photos with children or other family members who may not have been able to go on each tour. This way everyone can be involved in the final home-buying decision.

If you have more questions about purchasing a home, call me. I would be happy to walk you through this exciting phase in life.

1. Are you a full time agent?

2. Do you spend 100% of your time assisting buyers?

3. Will you point out the negative aspects of each property as well as the      positive?

4. Do you have a list of lenders, home inspectors and other professionals that you recommend?

5. Are you a member of a team? If so, please explain.

6. What area and in what aspect of the market do you specialize?

7. Can you give me references of past clients to contact?

8. Will you guarantee me that you will not be representing any seller at any time while you are working with me?

9. Will you show me all the homes on the market that you feel meet my needs, including For Sale By Owner properties and other properties?

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