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Trends in Luxury Home Improvement
Even though the current housing market in general is experiencing a readjustment, the luxury home market is still moving. Many owners of high end properties see their homes as long term investments as well as a great place to live, and they are putting their money into improvements. Harvard University’s Housing Studies Center estimated that $160 billion was spent on home improvements last year, and much of that went for the latest in luxury upgrades.
Selling Your Home for the Holidays
If you want to sell (or buy) a home, conventional wisdom dictates that you should wait until the holiday season is over. It’s generally assumed that people are too busy shopping for gifts and won’t shop for real estate. However, while home sales usually slow down between November and January, they certainly do not stop!
First-Time Buyer Tax Credit Provisions
Are you or someone you know a first-time homebuyer? Thanks to this year’s Housing and Economic Recovery Act, when you purchase a home you may qualify to receive a tax credit of up to $7500. The credit expires in June 2009; another reason why right now is the best time to be a buyer!
A Strategic Time To Buy
We’ve all seen the news reports about the real estate market slow down. Those reports have motivated many home buyers to wait until they are certain that the market has reached the bottom, so they can get the best deal.
Best Bellevue Workplaces for Recycling
King County announced the 2nd Annual Best Workplaces for Recycling list. Eleven Bellevue businesses have been recognized for strong internal recycling programs and for their commitment to making recycling a priority for their companies.
Buying Home vs. Dorm for Students
An increasing number of parents of college-bound offspring are purchasing a condo or small house in the area of the college for their student’s residence while attending the college or university. In some cases, it appears to be more cost-effective than paying for room and board in a dorm.
Downtown Bellevue Construction Projects
PSE is starting a major natural gas pipeline project in Downtown Bellevue on Monday, August 4th. There will be some roads closures and, we can definitely expect some traffic delays.
Opportunities for Property Buyers
After many years of rapidly rising home prices, home construction starts are now at the lowest level in the past fourteen years. Foreclosures are on the rise. Inventories of available homes are at a very high volume.
Outstanding Homes Feature Unique Architecture
There are many contemporary homes created by talented architects and builders that are examples of excellence in design, craftsmanship and functionality. These exquisite residences are constructed with unique architectural and interior design features that add to their beauty and desirability.



