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9240 3rd Ave NW, Seattle 98117

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:17:30 GMT

OPEN THIS SUNDAY 2/5 FROM 12-3PM!

This home sits high above the street with alley access in back to the garage/shop and carport. No wasted space, it feels larger than it is! Hardwood floors under carpets and spacious kitchen with eating nook. Bring your own designer ideas! This home gets wonderful, sunny Southwest exposure and is conveniently close to shopping and Metro!

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9221 Wallingford Ave N, Seattle 98103

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:33:26 GMT

Offered at: $649,950. Modern new construction home featuring spacious rooms and an open and bright floor plan. Great room with bamboo floors, gas fireplace, and access to large patio. Gourmet kitchen with slab chroma counters, island, and stainless appliances. Flexible use main floor den, could be used as a 4th bedroom. Private master with walk-in closet and 5 piece bath. Attached 2 car garage and large fenced yard, rare for in-city new construction. Located on a quiet block of Wallingford Avenue.

Refacing Your Kitchen Cabinets: The Options and Costs

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Refacing your kitchen cabinets includes covering the exposed frames with a thin veneer of real wood or plastic laminate. Doors and drawer fronts are replaced to match or complement the new veneer. New hinges, knobs, pulls, and molding complete the transformation.

Kitchen cabinet refacing pros

It’s about half the cost of a total cabinet replacement. You’ll also save the time, cost, and hassle of tearing out your old cabinets.

4056 5th Ave NE, Seattle 98105

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:18:13 GMT

Offered at: $325,000! Classic Wallingford bungalow! Bright spacious living room with hardwood floors. Kitchen is updated and has newer appliances. View of Seattle skyline from upper level. Partially finished basement features fourth bedroom, utility room, and potential for expansion. Attached garage. Well maintained fenced backyard with a peek-a-boo Seattle skyline view. Ideal Wallingford location- close to shops, restaurants, I-5, John Stanford International Elementary, and UW.

1546 NW 61st St #C, Seattle 98107

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:08:08 GMT

Offered at: $369,000! New construction townhouses in the heart of Ballard. Great open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, modern styling and finishes. Tasteful gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. Beautifully tiled bathrooms. Concrete and bamboo floors, plus radiant heat flooring. All appliances included. Assigned off street parking. Desirable Ballard location, walk to shops and restaurants.

7534 12th Ave NW, Seattle 98117

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:01:05 GMT

Offered at: $450,000! Charming 1912 Ballard Craftsman! Formal entry way leads to bright living room w/leaded glass windows & cozy gas stove. Adjacent formal dining room features built-in hutch & window bench. Period details throughout, including moldings, plate rails & ribbon inlaid hardwoods. Updated kitchen has tons of counter space & breakfast bar. 2nd floor master bedroom. Unfinished basement. Large entertainment size deck w/ built-in seating. Fenced yard has patio & mature plantings. Central Ballard location.

Mid-Century Broadview Brick Home

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:20:31 GMT

Offered at $500,000. Well maintained Brick Mid-Century! Spacious 2910 sq ft home. Bright living room w/fireplace & lrge picture window has peek-a-boo water view. Formal dining room. Kitchen w/hardwoods. 3 bedrooms on main level, including master suite. Lower level family room w/2nd fireplace + 4th bedroom. Updated plumbing, electrical & vinyl windows. Recently updated furnace w/central AC. Huge lot is beautifully landscaped w/sports court. Attached 2 car garage. Located in quiet/desirable Broadview neighborhood.

Lovely Edmonds Tri-level

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:35:50 GMT

Super sharp 1988 tri-level located on a secluded lot in Edmonds/Ballinger area, down a private drive. The open floor plan is spacious and filled with lots of natural light! The main floor features a living room, dining room and kitchen with eating space. Off of the dining room is a slider to the large, private deck…perfect for entertaining. Upstairs you will find 2 generously sized bedrooms, a full bath and the master suite with double closet and ¾ bath. Downstairs there is access to the 2 car garage, a good sized rec-room/family room with slider to back yard and a laundry room with a half bath! Lovely yard, sprinkler system, convenient location and in move-in condition. Home sweet home!

Home Energy Tax Credits Expire December 31st!

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

There are only a few more days left in the month to take advantage of tax credits for energy efficiency home improvements! Tax credits up to $500 are available for home owner’s to claim until the end of the year, but they better hurry. Congress has yet to renew the tax credits for 2012.

You can read the full article by Melissa Dittmann Tracey, by clicking here.

You can get further information regarding the tax credit by reading the General Instructions for Form 5695 - Residential Energy Credits from IRS.gov.

520 Tolling Set To Start, December 29th!

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

If you have not ordered your Good To Go pass, you can view and purchase all of the information you need at:

http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/goodtogo/

North Seattle and Shoreline Open Houses for 12/10-12/11

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Attention home buyers, sellers and curious neighbors alike - get out there and take a look! Simply click on the link below for the complete list of all the open houses taking place this weekend in the North Seattle and Shoreline neighborhoods.

North Seattle and Shoreline Open Houses

Interested in Owning a New Construction Home?

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

If you're interested in New Construction homes then check these out!

We have compilied a list of all homes built since 2010 that are currently for sale from Seattle all the way up to Everett as of today's date - 12/9/2011.

To view these homes simply click here.

If you are interested in viewing any of these properties, please contact us today!

Open House 12/8/11 re: Northgate Light Rail Station - Urban Design Study

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Northgate Light Rail Station Area – Future Urban Design and Development Options

Source DPD Seattle.gov;

Community Design Study for the Northgate Light Rail Station Area Open House #2

The City of Seattle has drawn up options that illustrate future urban design and development possibilities for the Northgate Light Rail Station area south of Northgate Mall. They include interesting ideas for creating urban plazas, active and green streetscapes, and a more complete neighborhood district near the light rail station.

The public is invited to view these options and provide feedback on the ideas, which will make a difference in the future planning for:

Pedestrian and bicycle connections to the station
Public spaces in the vicinity – parks, plazas
How to create an active neighborhood near the light rail station
Connecting bus and rail service
Creating a healthy and sustainable community

Help influence the future of this area south of Northgate Mall by attending the Community Design Study for the Northgate Light Rail Station Area Open House #2.

Meeting Details
Community Design Study for the Northgate Light Rail Station Area Open House #2
Thurs., Dec. 8, 2011
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Brief presentation at 6:30 p.m.
Aljoya Senior Apartments at Thornton Place
450 NE 100^th Street

To learn more about the Northgate Light Rail Station Area Development project, please visit: http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/Planning/NorthgateStationAreaDevelopment/
Overview/default.asp

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Posted: December 1st, 2011 under Building Connections, Long-Range Planning, Top News Stories.
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1548 NW 61st St #B, Seattle 98107

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:44:03 GMT

Offered at $349,000. New construction townhouses in the heart of Ballard. Great open floor plan with flexible use loft. Vaulted ceilings, modern styling and finishes. Tasteful gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliance and breakfast bar. Beautifully tiled bathrooms. Concrete and bamboo floors, plus radiant heat flooring. All appliances included. Assigned off street parking. Desirable Ballard location, walk to shops and restaurants.

North Seattle and Shoreline Open Houses for 12/3/11 - 12/4/11

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Attention home buyers, sellers and curious neighbors alike - get out there and take a look!

Simply click on the link below for a complete list of all the open houses taking place this weekend in the North Seattle and Shoreline neighborhoods.

Click Here: North Seattle and Shoreline Open Houses

Fast Fixes for Common Gutter Problems

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Maintaining gutters is the most important thing you can do to prevent water damage to your home.

Gutters are designed to do one thing—channel water away from the foundation—and they’re critical to protecting the structural integrity of your house. But in order for gutters to do their job properly, they have to be kept in shape and free of clogs, holes, and sags.

Luckily, most common gutter problems are easy for homeowners to fix themselves. And it’s worth the effort. “Gutters are one of those things where routine maintenance and inspecting them can really prevent bigger problems down the road,” says Jason Stutzman, director of home maintenance and repair for Brothers Redevelopment in Denver.

Here are the gutter problems that the pros see most often, and the recommended solutions.

Clogged gutters

This is the most common problem of all. Left untended, gutters and downspouts get so clogged with debris that they’re rendered useless. The excess weight of leaves, twigs, and standing water can also make them sag and pull away from the fascia.

Clean them at least once a year, and twice a year if you have a lot of trees nearby. Gary Mindlin, managing partner of New York City-based Top Hat Home Services, schedules gutter maintenance four times a year, with additional checks after big storms.

You can clean your own gutters if you’re comfortable on a ladder, don’t mind getting wet and dirty, and don’t have an extremely tall house. After you’ve cleared the muck, flush them with a garden hose to make sure they’re flowing properly. If you’d prefer, you can hire someone to do the job for you for between $50 and $250, depending on the size of your house.

Another option for dealing with chronically clogged gutters is to outfit them with gutter covers. These include mesh screens, clip-on grates, and porous foam. They still need regular maintenance, though, and the cost can be more than the gutters themselves.

Sagging gutters and gutters pulling away from the house

This is usually a problem with the hangers, the hardware that secures the gutters to the fascia. They might have deteriorated over time, the fasteners may have backed out of the wood, or they’re spaced too far apart to support the weight of full gutters. The cost to fix it yourself is cheap; hangers generally cost $10 or less apiece, and the fasteners run about $1 each.

Leaks and holes

Leaky gutter joints can be sealed by caulking the joint from the inside with gutter sealant, says John Eggenberger, vice president of training and corporate development for the Mr. Handyman franchise of home repair companies. A tube costs about $5. Very small holes can be filled with gutter sealant. Larger holes will require a patch. If you can’t find a gutter patching kit at the hardware store, you can make a patch from metal flashing.

Improperly pitched gutters

Gutters need to be pitched toward the downspouts for the water to flow properly. You want at least a quarter inch of slope for every 10 feet. Get on a ladder after a rainstorm and look in the gutter; if there’s standing water, it’s not pitched properly.

To correct this yourself, you’ll need to measure from the peak to the downspout. Snap a chalk line between the two and find the spots where the gutter is out of alignment. You might be able to push it up into place by bending the hanger. If that doesn’t solve the problem, you might need to take a section down and re-hang it. If you have seamless gutters, call the company that installed them to correct the problem.

Downspouts draining too close to the foundation

Downspouts need to extend several feet from the house, or they’ll dump right into the basement. Gutter extensions attached to the bottom of the downspout will discharge water well beyond the foundation. They’re inexpensive and easy to install. Cost: less than $20 per downspout.

Missing gutters

If your house has no gutters at all, consider investing in a system. The cost depends on the material. Most residential gutters are aluminum, which is lightweight and durable. “Unless an aluminum gutter is damaged by something, it will last forever,” says Scott McCurdy, vice president of Jacksonville, Fla.,-based disaster repair contractor Coastal Reconstruction. Vinyl, galvanized steel, and copper also are available options.

Aluminum gutters range from about $4.50 to $8.50 per linear foot installed. On a 2,000-square-foot house with about 180 linear feet of gutters, that’s roughly $800 to $1,500.

Information obtained from houselogic.com

Chimney Inspection Cost and Types

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

With an annual fireplace chimney inspection—and possible sweeping—you can improve fireplace performance, and snuff out chimney fire and carbon monoxide concerns. Here are the types and cost of each.

The byproduct of enjoying a crackling flame is creosote buildup (the major cause of chimney fires) and soot, which can restrict air flow and damage the fireplace chimney. Even a gas fireplace chimney can become blocked by a bird’s nest or other debris. Prevent problems with an annual chimney inspection.

What does a chimney inspection cover?

An annual chimney inspection looks for buildup and blockages, followed by sweeping to remove problems inhibiting performance.

Most chimney inspectors/sweeps offer three levels of service:

A level-one chimney inspection includes a visual check of the fireplace and chimney without any special equipment or climbing up on the roof.

The inspector/sweeper comes to your house with a flashlight; looks for damage, obstructions, creosote buildup, and soot; and tells you if the chimney requires sweeping. If so, the chimney sweep will use brushes, extension poles, and a vacuum, and do it on the spot.

Cost: $79 to $200.

A level-two chimney inspection is vital if you’ve experienced an earthquake or a dramatic weather event, like a tornado or hurricane; if you’ve made a major change to your fireplace; or bought a house.

This includes a level-one chimney inspection, plus the inspector’s time to visit the roof, attic, and crawl space in search of disrepair as well as the use of video scanning and other special tools. It concludes with a sweep, if necessary, and information on what repair is needed.

Cost: $100 to $500.

A level-three chimney inspection is considered “destructive and intrusive” and can resemble a demolition job. It may involve tearing down and rebuilding walls and your chimney, and is usually done after a chimney fire.

Cost: $1,000 to $5,000, depending on the size and location of the chimney.

Information provided by houselogic.com

Victory Heights Cape Cod

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 23:51:44 GMT

OPEN THIS SUNDAY 2/5 FROM 1-4PM!

Home sweet home! Attractive Cape Cod home on corner lot in Victory Heights. Features include: New kitchen, new bath, Swedish finish on hardwood floors, cozy fireplace insert in the living room, formal dining room, full basement with semi-finished rec room and office. Outside is a large, detached garage with additional storage space! Walk to Victory Heights playfield, tennis and basketball courts…and only minutes to Northgate Mall and freeway. Sweet!

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1537 A NW 58th St, Seattle 98107

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:19:46 GMT

Offered at $375,000! Ballard Townhouse! Super clean unit with designer touches throughout. Formal entry with slate floors. Open living/dining rooms with hardwood floors and gas fireplace. Beautiful kitchen with granite counters-tops and stainless steel appliances. Master suite with full bath. Attached garage. Wonderful landscaped yard is private and fenced. Ideal location is close to many Ballard amenities.

GO VOTE!!!

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Don't forget to mail-in your vote!

Ballots for the Nov. 8 general election need to be in the mail today or dropped off by 8:00pm at a King County ballot box at one of the following locations:

Ballard Library
Lake Forest Park City Hall
Magnuson Park
King County Administration Building

The Edmonds Library is also available for drop-off's for the South Snohomish residents.

Make it count!