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6712 92nd St E, Puyallup, WA 98371
$324,900
3 bedrooms; 1.75 bathrooms; 1,354 square feet
You will love this bright & open floor plan with vaulted ceilings! The home is well maintained with all newer appliances that stay, as well as a gas furnace & water heater. Everything except the washer was replaced w/in the last 2 yrs. You’ll appreciate the laminate floor, rounded corners, molding, gas fireplace, skylights, large walk-in master closet, utility rm w/sink, sprinklers, shed and partial valley/mountain range views. Relax on the front porch & enjoy the large conveniently located lot!
Fewer Americans Are Willing to Move for a Job
Fewer Americans are willing to uproot their lives to move for new job opportunities, suggests new census data.
About 3.5 million Americans relocated for a new job last year, a 10 percent drop from 3.8 million in 2015. The number has been trending lower, despite the overall population increasing 20 percent over that time, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Why are more people staying put? Experts told WSJ that some blame may rest on rebounding real estate values. Housing costs have soared higher in some regions where jobs may be more plentiful, like East and West Coast cities, but it may be pricing out some who may have otherwise been willing to relocate.
Read the full article on REALTORmagazine…
8 Affordable Ways To Boost A Home’s Curb Appeal
Your home’s curb appeal could be make or break for the amount of showings you have. In the same way curb appeal can attract potential buyers through your door, a less than spectacular home front can also be a detractor. From upgrading landscaping to refreshing paint, consider these eight affordable ways to boost your home’s curb appeal and entice buyers to add your home to their “must see” list:
- Update Outdoor Lighting
An easy way to instantly add interest and depth to an outdoor space is to replace dated lighting fixtures with new ones. There are many lighting options on the market in a wide range of colors and styles. Most choices are quite affordable and you will be amazed at what a few dollars can do in upgrading the overall look of your outdoor space.
- Keep It Mowed
A freshly mowed lawn is essential to boosting your curb appeal when trying to sell your home. Mowing your lawn on a weekly or 10 day basis will allow it to grow enough between mows so that you don’t damage the grass. Make sure to also allow time for edging and clear away any clippings before your house is shown to potential buyers. Keeping your lawn in top condition is always a good idea to boost curb appeal.
- Fix The Small Things
Do a thorough look through your front porch to find any small issues that have gone unnoticed for years. Fix small things like a slit in the window screen, tightening the mailbox, or replacing a burned out lightbulb. Attending to these small things can add up when it comes to receiving an offer for your home.
- Add Some Flowers
Pick up a few beautiful sets of flowers from the garden center and plant them in a pot next to the front door. Colorful flowers will add instant beauty to the space and welcome guests into your home. Consider adding a few different colors to help create an interesting and inviting atmosphere.
- Trim Up Shrubs
Get out your shears and trim up bushes and plants that have overgrown their spaces. All you need is a little bit of elbow grease to freshen up your landscaping. Trim bushes into eye pleasing shapes with rounded edges and give every plant in your garden enough room to shine while still being a part of the overall landscaping picture.
- Touch Up Paint
You most likely have a can of leftover paint in the garage or basement. Use this to touch up areas of your house that could use a fresh coat of paint. Consider items like the mailbox, house numbers, or plant pots that have seen a few years since their last painting. If your front door needs some help consider painting it to add a fresh look to your home.
- Power Wash It
You will be amazed by the amount of dirt a good power washing can lift from your home. Renting a power washer for a day is also a good and affordable way to add curb appeal to your home. Another affordable option is to consider borrowing one from a friend to save on expenses. Pay close attention to the outside of your home as well as gutters, patios, walkways, and patio furniture.
- Add Some Mulch
Picking up a few bags of mulch at a garden center is a great way to add instant curb appeal to your landscaping. Mulch not only looks great but it also provides essential help to plants by helping to retain water as well as keeping weeds at bay. Simply add a few inches of mulch around trees and garden beds to instantly raise the overall look of your home.
There are many ways that you can instantly increase your home’s curb appeal without breaking the bank. Consider ways that you can help your home for little to no cost. Doing any of the above tips can help boost your home’s resale value.
July 2018 RE/MAX National Housing Report
Sales Increase Nearly 2%, Despite Record Prices, Sinking Inventory
July home sales rose 1.8% year-over-year, making it the second month of 2018 to post a sales increase year-over-year, according to the RE/MAX National Housing Report.
In the July 2018 report, 37 of the report’s 54 metro areas posted sales increases over July 2017—April was the first month of 2018 where more homes were sold than the same month in 2017. The report also marks the 28th consecutive month of year-over-year price increases.
The Median Sales Price of $250,575 was up 4.4% from July 2017, and represents the third-highest price in report history—topped only by May and June of this year. Months Supply of Inventory was at 2.9 – the smallest total ever recorded for July.
Forty-two of the 54 metro areas reported a year-over-year drop in inventory. The Days on Market dropped to 41 – four days less than July 2017 and one day under the previous nine-year low set in June 2018.
“Because we’ve faced challenging inventories and increasing home prices for some time now, a seasonal slowdown that rebalances the market a bit might actually be a positive in the months ahead,” said RE/MAX CEO Adam Contos. “It could level affordability to some extent and create more opportunity for buyers who’ve been priced out of hot markets.”
Read the full article in RE/MAX’s newsroom…
Watch the 40 second summary video on YouTube…
Washington State NWMLS Market Snapshot for July 2018
31003 14th Ave S #H-12, Federal Way, WA 98003
$157,900
2 bedrooms; 1 bathroom; 780 square feet
Don’t miss this bright, move-in ready top floor condo! Enjoy fresh paint & newer carpet thru-out the open floor plan. You’ll appreciate the carport, as well as other parking. This beautiful & well maintained lakeside community has a clubhouse, gazebo, pool, hot tub, sauna & exercise room. Enjoy sunsets & geese on peaceful Easter Lake from the gazebo or clubhouse. Near stores, restaurants & main bus line. Ideal for investors with no rental cap, but you may love this community & not want to leave!
