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Dan Edwards
Sammamish, WA
I am a REALTOR in Sammamish, WA
Interests: Family,Mountain Biking, Outdoors, Hiking,Camping
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Weather you are considering buying your first home or it's time to find your dream home, here are some great tips that will assist you in finding the home you want. Get Ready. Talk to your mortgage professional about your... Continue reading
Putting a home on the market can be stressful, and some owners have a hard time making objective decisions when it matters most. Price it right. Your listing agent will perform a current market analysis. Look closely at the comparable... Continue reading
S & P Recently Cut US Credit Outlook: How Will this Impact Interest Rates? Continue reading
March 2011 Home Sales report for East King County Cities of Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah & Sammamish. In March of 2011 closed sales down in King County, Washington down 6.1% from March of 2010(1,885 vs. 2,008). The Eastside also slowed... Continue reading
Recenly I was speaking with a homeowner about replacing his window. He has a lovly classic 10960's rambler that is well taken care of. They want to replace the windows but don't want to loose the charachter by purchasing the... Continue reading
Want to boost curb apeal for your home and at the same time save you money? Nearly 1/3 of the energy used to heat or cool the typical American home escapes silently through windows and doors.* Replacing drafty old models... Continue reading
During a real estate transaction it is vital to have a great Escrow team. Many of my clients have asked me what role escrow plays in the process of buying a home. The answer I give them is always, "only... Continue reading
This condo sold pretty quickly as many bank owned homes do. Here is the latest list of bank owned homes that are for sale in Issaquah
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Turns out that the Seattle Area is the target for a home builder from down under. Henley Properties one of Australia's largest home builder plans to build 500 homes in King, Snohomish & Pierce Counties. "Local real-estate observers said Henley's... Continue reading
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Seattle-Bank-Owned-Homes Bank Owned Homes in Seattle WA Some of the best deals in Real Estate are REO or Bank Owned Real Estate. Banks are in a hurry to sell a home and they intentionally price it 20% below the market.... Continue reading
Your perspective on this is pretty good, however I have seen some non-drinkers that are also procrastinators and not at all entrepreneurs. I think inner drive is important and sometime alcohol can muddle things. Key point...moderation.
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Shopping for a a home is a process. It should be done with planning, preparation and perseverance. Many would-be buyers jump right into looking for a home and don't lay the foundation(pun intended) for and exceptional experience for the home... Continue reading
News on Global & US developments that may pressure Bonds lower – which means pressure on Home Loan rates to continue higher. Continue reading
Bellevue schools help the Eastside become a cultural crossroad. As I live and work on the eastside I have enjoyed meeting and working with the many diverse ethnicitys that are moving to the area. A recent article in the Seattle... Continue reading
Reblogged Mar 21, 2011 at Your NW Home reSource Real Estate Blog
Home Sales Report Summery Home Sales report for East King County Cities of Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah & Sammamish. In February of 2011 closed sales were pretty flat in King County, Washington down 0.9% from February of 2010(1,244 vs. 1,255).... Continue reading
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“Going Green” isn’t just good for the planet’s ecosystem; it’s healthier for you and your family, and may even benefit your finances too. What It Means to Go Green? Many people are now pursuing livable communities and an environmentally responsible... Continue reading
Home Sales Report Summery Home Sales report for East King County Cities of Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah & Sammamish. In January of 2011 sales are up in King County, Washington up 3% from January of 2010(1,259 vs. 1,222). The Eastside... Continue reading
What do Employment and Global Unrest have to do with home loan rates and real estate? Continue reading
Many home sellers facing the prospect of foreclosure, that need to perform a short sale, want to know if they will owe income tax on the discharge of debt on their principal residence. This answer can differ from case to... Continue reading
If you're looking for an exceptional CPA in the Bellevue area I strongly recommend Michael L. Markert, CPA Michael L. Markert, CPA provides personalized services and guidance in a wide range of financial and business needs including tax management, CFO... Continue reading
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If you responded to generous home-related tax incentives offered in 2009 and 2010, make sure you file the necessary forms and supporting documentation to collect your credit. Homebuyer Tax Credit: First-time buyers, or others who have not owned a home... Continue reading
Filling out tax forms can be time consuming, but it’s important to approach this critical task head-on. If you procrastinate and rush through the process at the last minute, you may miss potential tax benefits you deserve. And the sooner... Continue reading
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The start of a new year is often a time of reflection, as well as a time of anticipation for the future. It’s no different for real estate professionals, many of whom have weathered the recession and are now optimistic... Continue reading
Sammamish Trossachs community has a new neighborhood with some brand new homes. The Glencoe neighborhood is situated on the east side of the Trossachs Community near Cascade Ridge Elementary. Trossachs has a fantastic view and great Elementary School. I recently... Continue reading