There are so many spectacular hikes all around the Spokane area. Yesterday, I went to the Iller Creek Conservation area and hiked up to the Rocks of Sharon, also known as " Big Rock"
One thing I loved about this hike is the diversity! One minute you feel like you are in the rain forest, and the next you have an almost desert feel. Then it is on to Forest, and when you reach the rocks, well be ready to say WOW when you see the view of the farm land and Palouse. Simply so much to take in!
I am so fortunate to live in the GREAT NORTHWEST!
Spokane Realtor, BethAnn Long of Coldwell Banker Tomlinson is now a nationally published author and syndicated Real Estate Columnist. BethAnn was discovered on ACTIVE RAIN and invited to be a regular contributing columnist for www.newsgeni.us and www.thecommissioncheck.com .
The first site, www.newsgeni.us is created for real estate agents and is an excellent free resource to gain ideas for growing your business. You can subscribe there to receive daily news e-briefs with all kinds of cutting edge idea's and up to the minute estate news! Her personal column is titled: "Long Story Short".
The second site, www.thecommission.check.com is designed for brokers, owners, managers, trainers, and agents alike. This site is sure to provide you with fresh training and ideas to ensure that those commission checks keep coming in.
While both of these great sites are designed for the real estate industry, you can find BethAnn's consumer sites at:
www.BethAnnHomes.com (website) and www.SpokaneRealEstateVoice.com (blog).
BethAnn has been selling real estate in the Spokane area for the past 8 years, and has won numerous awards for her outstanding performance.
When she is not servicing her clients, BethAnn is married to Bill Long (KXLY),they have 5 children, and she is a professional musician - active in both her church and community.
A note from BethAnn:
Realtors:
I highly recommend subscribing to these FREE websites! You will most certainly learn some great new ideas for your business as well as increase your bottom line! Do it now! www.newsgeni.us
Award winning Spokane Realtor BethAnn Long specializes in Spokane Homes for sale, Spokane Real Estate, Relocation to Spokane Wa.
Farm Chick Serena Thompson has finally revealed the location of her new store: 1601 W. Pacific Ave. in Browne's Addition.
Wow! This is too good to be true.
If you don't know about the FARM CHICKS you should!
Check out their INCREDIBLE BLOG at http://www.thefarmchicks.typepad.com/
I will be going to the new store this Saturday!
They have written cookbooks, and regular columnists for County Living!
I think the store will do very well. Country girls in the heart of the city. Love it!
Each month I post the Spokane Association of Realtor monthly report for Spokane Wa. These statistics reflect sales for residential properties on one acre or less.
As for myself, this has been a steady year. Not too crazy busy, and not too slow. I am particularly curious how sales will continue and compare now that the tax credit's are behind us. However, there are still some tax credits that apply for active military personnel. Ask your accountant or Realtor for details!
Spokane Wa real estate is alive and well and has proven to be one of the more stable markets in the nation.
SAR REPORT AS FOLLOWS for June 2010:
For the ninth consecutive month closed sales for this month surpassed closed sales for the same month a year ago. Closed sales reported in June totaled 506 compared to 501 for June of last year. The average sales price for June was $190,308 which is up 5.4% from last month and the median price for June was $171,295 up 6.6% over May. Residential closed sales for the first half of this year are up 24.5% over last year. (wow!) The average sales price for the half year mark stands at $181,482 and the median price is at $163,000. These numbers are down 6.4% and 6.1% respectively when compared to last year. The current inventory increased the past month and as of this report totals 3,406 homes/condos on the market in Spokane County (on less than one acre). Sales of newly constructed homes/condos are up 5.5% year to date.
Visit my website! www.BethAnnHomes.com
Yesterday, my sister, mom and I had a great Spokane area Mini Adventure! The truth is, if you live in the great northwest like we do, there are hundreds of little mini adventures to be had around every cornner!
We went out the Palouse Highway, just south of town. We took a hike up toward Big Rock (STUNNING!). When we encountered a very BIG MOOSE we decided to turn around. But the view from part way up was breathtaking!
Then we adventured to Mt. Hope, a serene little chapel in the country. So beautiful! Driving past feilds of gold mustard, rolling wheat fields, wildflowers, country farms and simple beauty.
From Mountain hike to valley farms, it is just moments. I hope you enjoy these pictures I took!
Here is BIG ROCK!
View of Palouse from Big Rock Trail
Mt. Hope Chapel ~ A sweet country setting.
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I am a full service Realtor in Spokane, WA providing comprehensive, proactive service for Home Sellers and Home Buyers in the Spokane, WA area. I am passionate about being YOUR real estate advocate!
Greetings from the great Northwest! I am really glad you stopped by. I am a full time realtor, and I truly believe in the quality of life here.
Providing you with the most comprehensive, proactive service is my guarantee. I serve my clients with intergrity, honesty, and entusiasm. I incorporate market knowledge with honest guidance to insure the best possible real estate experience.
I have a family history of 40 years in the Spokane WA Real Estate Market. My father was a broker, and I guess it runs in the family!
I am hoping we can chat about real estate here in Spokane, Wa. as well as your interests. I have been selling real estate since 2003. Selling real estate comes naturally to me, and I pride myself in proactive, comprehensive service. I am very assertive in my negotiating skills, and very creative with my marketing strategies. I love showing folks who are from out of the area the benefits of relocating to Spokane Wa . I look forward to hearing from you!
~ There's no place like Spokane, Wa. !
I live and work on Spokane's South Hill, and specialize in this area I call home. However, I am happy to service listings and buyers in North Spokane, the Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Mead, and all of Greater Spokane!
Working under one of the most sucsessful, progressive agencies, Coldwell Banker Tomlinson South Inc. , I took very quickly to the business in 2003.The first full year I was an agent, I was awarded the coveted "...rookie of the year award". Since then, I have been in the prestigious "Presidents Club" for outstanding sales volume in 2005, 2006, and 2007, 2009 !
I love helping people Relocate to Spokane Wa! As a lifelong resident here, I believe it is a great place to live!
I am an e-PRO which is an earned designation few agents have. This ensures my clients that I am always on the cutting edge of technology.
The combination of the number one Spokane Residential company I am with, and my passion for selling real estate, assures that my clients get the best possible service and attention!
Member:
Greater Spokane Inc.
National Association of Realtors
Washington Association of Realtors
Spokane Association of Realtors.
Tomlinson Group of Companies, Presidents Club 2005,2006,2007, 2009
BethAnn is a professional free lance musician.
An active member of her church and community, BethAnn loves life and values her relationships above all elese!
I have recieved both GOLD and PLATINUM awards from the Spokane Assocoation of Realtors for outstanding volume.
If you are looking for a dedicated realtor in the Spokane area, here I am!
Stop by my web site! www.BethAnnHomes.com
MISSION STATEMENT: (Coldwell Banker Tomlinson South, Inc. )
About BethAnn, Award winning Spokane Realtor:
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BethAnn,
Just wanted to take the time to write you a say thank you so much for helping us buy our first home! We definitely feel like the shoe fits! BethAnn made buying our first home as smooth as possible. She is a very strong woman who put us first no matter what day it was or time even driving us around in snow storms looking at not only what she picked but what we wanted to look at as well. Her communication skills are second to none she always kept us in the loop as well as communicating to our lender. We interviewed five different agents and we hired her because she was very honest and up front with us; furthermore, she understood our budget and stuck to it along with our expectations and style of homes we were interested in. We were in the market looking for a home about 2 months and in that time we never felt pressured by her to buy at any time. Also because of her extensive experience in this business she negotiated a large sewer connection fee to be paid for by our seller along with the closing costs. BethAnn- thank you for working hard for us we love our new home and most of all thank you for treating us like not just a customer but a friend who always had our best interest at heart through the whole experience.
Sincerely,
Ismael & Danielle R.
"BethAnn Long of Coldwell BankerTomlinson South represented us in a recent home purchase. We've bought and sold several homes and this was, without question, the best real estate experience we've ever had. These are the traits she demonstrated that impressed us so much:
. Extremely attentive without being pushy.
. Anticipated our needs, such as arranging a meeting with the principal at our prospective school.
. Completely knowledgeable.
. Always professional in both her actions and appearance.
. Thorough, in her research and paperwork.
. Real and authentic in her interaction.
. Genuinely caring and interested.
. Honest and ethical.
. Always willing to go above and beyond the call of duty.
. And last but not least, she was great company as we drove all over the city!
We would recommend BethAnn to anyone for their real estate transaction without reservation. She is a kind, funny, efficient, and highly intelligent woman who deserves great success in her career. "
Sincerely,
Renee H.
Sandy, Oregon
In the end, we found a great house in an awesome neighborhood at an affordable price.
Without a doubt, BethAnn was the reason we got such a great deal!"
Sincerely,
Mike G.
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