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SECTION H INSIDE: RESALES – OPEN HOUSES – RENTALS AND MORE
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May 20, 2012
in conjunction with the Spokane Association of REALTORS®
Welcome to your new home in Twin Bridges
South Hill New Construction! VIEW!
We are building on 14 lots in Twin Bridges. Big Sky Homes and Developments homes with prices starting in the $160,000 range.
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Whether you are a first time home buyer, downsizing or new to Spokane looking for great value in home pricing, come join us today from 12 to 5 pm and view our quality homes. We offer ranch, tri-level and 2-story homes.
Open 1-4 From Freya, go E Eastt on 29th 29th, Ri Right on Lloyd.
Price was $249,900 • NOW ... $205,000
DIRECTIONS: From I-90 go go south on Barker Rd. to 11th; turn left, turn left on Virgil Ct.
3 bedroom, 2 bath, 3 car garage, basement, bonus room.
Jim Luster Coldwell Banker Tomlinson North Cell: 509.939.7535
Valley NEW CONSTRUCTION!
Fritz Brayton – 499-6952
John L. Scott Real Estate
ATTEND a HOME BUYING SEMINAR OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! NO COST! NO OBLIGATION!
Sponsored by the Washington State Housing Finance Commission Presented by Guild Mortgage Company, Spokane Valley WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
✒ First Time Buyers ✒ New Spokane Residents ✒ Renters Ready to Invest in their OWN Dream ✒ Those ready to move up to a larger home or those ready to downsize ✒ YOU!
LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS ABOUT: ✒ Tax Benefits ✒ Home Inspection
✒ Saving and Planning ✒ Title Insurance ✒ Current Housing Market ✒ Types of Financing ✒ Down Payment Assistance Programs ✒ How to negotiate and buy a HUD home ✒ How to Buy and Rehab a home all in one loan with as little as 1% down ✒ Everything you need to know about obtaining a mortgage and buying a home!
Laura Wells, CMPS NMLS #330328 Certified Mortgage Planner (509) 279-2320 Ext. 25 – Direct (509) 714-9411 – Cell (877) 290-1604 – Secure E-Fax www.guildmortgage.net/laurawells LWells@GuildMortgage.net
Prices starting in the low $200’s Open 1 O 1-4 4 S on Dishman Mica, R on Schafer, R on 44th to Site
Eric Tucker • 990-3223
John L. Scott Real Estate
CONTACT US TODAY FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF CLASS SCHEDULES AND TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT! (509) 279-2320 EXT. 25 Laura Anne Wells-Svedberg WA/OR-MLO-330328 / ID-MLO-12775 / Guild Mortgage NMLS # 3274 / Branch NMLS # 341940 The material provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment and/or mortgage advice or a commitment to lend. Although the material is deemed to be accurate and reliable, there is no guarantee of its accuracy. Subject to change without notice, all loans are subject to underwriter approval. Terms and conditions apply. An Equal Housing Lender, Guild Mortgage Company, Spokane Valley Branch, 12209 E. Mission Ave., Suite 7, Spokane Valley, WA 99206, © Copyright 2011 Guild Mortgage Company. DISCLAIMER: The sponsorship by the Commission of a homebuyer education seminar does not endorse a person, businness practice, product or service other than those of the Commision.
Spokane Homes for Heroes is a network of local real estate professionals who are committed to providing significant discounts to Spokane Heroes when they buy or sell a home. Workforce heroes include: Military Personnel (past and present), Firefighters, Law Enforcement, Teachers and Health Care workers. Visit our website to see how you can save thousands of dollars!
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Small-scale renovation projects continue to provide best return for homeowners ARA Staff ARA
hen it comes to home renovations, it is important to be smart about how you spend your money. Less expensive home replacement projects are a much better bet in terms of recouping your costs, garnering about 64 percent back in resale value versus the 57 percent that remodeling projects earn back, on average. Some good ideas for relatively low-budget, yet fruitful home improvement projects are adding an attractive front entry door, getting energyefficient windows, installing new siding or, perhaps the most effective and rewarding option, replacing your garage door. A new garage door is one of the best ways to improve your home with the confidence of receiving a solid return on your investment (ROI) when it’s time to sell. Replacing a garage door offers the second-highest ROI at 83.9 percent, out of 35 midrange improvement projects listed on the 24th annual Cost versus Value report. Even upscale garage doors are a smart investment, offering a 69.8 ROI and ranking fourth among the upscale projects listed in this report. There’s no doubt that a new garage door is an affordable replacement option that improves your house’s curb appeal while also offering higher energy efficiency, safety and security to both you and future homeowners. Knowing that every dollar you invest in your house needs to be spent wisely to offer the greatest possible return, it’s best to make home improvement decisions that you’ll be able to enjoy now and that will improve your resale value down the road. Replacing a garage door is the perfect
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residential project because it’s an attractive and cost-effective way to achieve these goals. But with so many styles and materials available on the market, selecting the right garage door for your house can be a bit overwhelming. If you’re not sure where to begin, check out the “How to Buy a Garage Door” guide on amarr.com or at www.YouTube.com/amarrgaragedoors. The guide is a helpful tool to get you started, offering great tips on the benefits of different materials
and how to match a door with your home’s architecture and character. In a residential real estate market that’s anything but certain, it’s comforting to know that there are some home improvement investments that continue to be a sure bet. A new garage door not only offers a solid return at resale, but also beauty and functionality that help you to enjoy your home today.
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