Raymond Hill

Windermere West Seattle - Fauntleroy

This is one of the best Windermere offices in Seattle and located at the Morgan Junction, the Fauntleroy office is home to some of the finest Windermere agents in all of West Seattle. As a member of the Wall Street Inc. group of Windermere offices Fauntleroy Inc joins the Alaska Junction office in providing the best customer service and "experience when it counts."

I can honestly say, that since I joined the team here at Windermere Fauntleroy that I have been greeted and welcomed into a wonderful family of agents that truly have a passion for the industry and a genuine integrity that is hard to come by in this industry. I guess like all things real estate when it comes down to it it's always "location, location, location."

West Seattle has so many great affordable real estate opportunities that help you stay minutes from downtown Seattle without paying the outrageous price tag of living downtown (Plus, you can actually have a yard) But it's not just the real estate, it's the community.

If you've ever had the opportunity to take a stroll down California Ave then you already know how great this little slice of urban living can be. A perfect evening could start from pizza at Zeek's Pizza to Cupcake Royale at Alaska Junction on down to Alki for a walk on the beach. If it were a little warmer you might think you were in Southern California, but I have to say the air is much fresher and the people are a lot friendlier here in West Seattle.

No wonder the agents at Windermere Fauntleroy are so great to be around, but it's not just the location - here people count too.

Capitol Hill Condos for sale now in Seattle, WA offer a wide variety of options for first time home buyers and move up buyers. For instance, the current inventory on Capitol Hill include

• Studios from the mid 130s to the high 180s
• One bedrooms from the 150s to the high 280s
• Two bedrooms from the 260s to high 900s.

One of the best parts about Capitol Hill is the energy and atmosphere of city living, where everything is within your reach. There is always something going on, with the best restaurants, shops, bars and clubs within walking distance of every condo mentioned in the price list above.

While there are single family houses and townhomes in Capitol Hill, most find that a condo will suit their needs quite nicely and that it's actually more affordable than you would think. With the first time home buyer's tax credit and FHA financing, it may now be more affordable to buy your own condo than renting in Capitol Hill.

Take a few minutes to think about it...

Would you rather be paying $900.00 a month for a one bedroom apartment in Capitol Hill where you're basically throwing money away every month?

Or

Would you rather be paying 1000.00 a month for your OWN one bedroom Condo in CAPITOL HILL? (Based on 150,000 list price, 3.5% down, and 4.875% APR, including property taxes and homeowner's dues)

I know, it may seem like I'm just trying to get a phone call with these prices, but take a look for yourself and see what condos are available on Capitol Hill by searching my Capitol Hill Condos search.

If you have any questions and would like to speak with a Realtor that not only lives in and loves Capitol Hill, but also specializing in the area and condos, then please

Call or text me anytime between 6AM and Midnight or email me at RaymondCapitolHill@Gmail.com .

Have a great one and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Raymond HILL

"Raymond with a Capitol HILL"
Director Washington Realtors
Short Sale & Capitol Hill Specialist
206 65 98101
Raymond@Windermere.com
www.homes4saleinseattle.com

Short Sale Condos in Capitol Hill Seattle are a little more difficult to make it through than a regular short sale on a house. There are many obstacles that can come up when dealing with a short sale on a condo, mostly because there is a home owner's association and dues that may or may not be current. As a result a short sale condo can take a little longer than usual to close, but the return on the investment of time may be a really sweet deal on a great home in a great location.

There is also a smaller number of short sale condos in Capitol Hill on the market right now in comparison to some other areas of Seattle, however it doesn't mean those deals aren't there. In fact, there may be several short sale opportunities that are hiding.

One of the services I like to offer my clients in Capitol Hill is to create a search in the area for the building or amenities that they may be interested in for their new home and begin working backwards. I know that this can add to the length of time on an already lengthy short sale process, but if it makes you happy in the end, then it's worth it.

By working backwards, it means that I will work with my knowledge of buildings and sales in the area, so I can find potential listings to represent for my client after an initial search consultation. I will then work with the investment group that I partner with MKAT, to see if there are any properties in their portfolio that may meet your criteria and give you as a buyer the first opportunity to see certain properties before they are even marketed to the public. If there is any concern about my acting as a dual agent during the transaction, my partner will handle the listing side of the transaction and I would represent the buyer, you.

I currently specialize in the Capitol Hill/downtown Seattle market and short sales, I work with a condo specialist, Caroline Tamayo, so that our clients may capitalize on both of our experience and talent for finding the ideal property and getting you the best deal possible.

If you would like to schedule a showing or a short sale consultation for Capitol Hill or downtown Seattle, or any of the surrounding areas, please do not hesitate to call me at (206) 65-98101 or email me at Raymond@Windermere.com.

We also schedule walking tours for groups that are targeted towards specific buyer's needs that can help you get the most out of your time and see more properties in a less intimidating and efficient setting. If you are interested in a walking tour of short sale condos on Capitol Hill, please send an email or contact me through my website at www.homes4saleinseattle.com and be sure to ask about the next walking tour of Short Sale Condos in Capitol Hill Seattle.

Raymond HILL
"Raymond with a Capitol HILL"

Director Washington Realtors
Short Sale & Capitol Hill Specialist
206 65 98101
Raymond@Windermere.com

Home Mortgages in Seattle

There are many different ways to go about getting approved for a home mortgage in Seattle :

One is to go online and immediately get started with a home mortgage loan application, fill out the form and get pre-qualified so you can start your home search.

Or

You can start your home mortgage search by using online tools such as pre-qualification mortgage calculators and monthly payment calculators to start your own online research on housing in Seattle and even real estate for sale.

You can find a local professional that specializes in home mortgages in Seattle and the surrounding areas and get your answers over the phone or even in person!

I always advise my clients it's best to do both and I think Premier Mortgage Resources is a great place to start.

This is a great resource for first time home buyers, seasoned investors or buyers trading up to get some basic questions answered regarding home mortgages in Seattle.

One of the best parts about going to PMR is that there are both options an instant home mortgage application online and there is a number for you to call. That's right you can actually speak with a real live mortgage professional that specializes in home mortgages in Seattle, not some corporate entity on the other side of the US. After all, one of the best assets you can have during the home buying process is a live person that can understand the human side of the business.

Don't worry if you think you won't qualify for a home mortgage in Seattle, they can help you clear up your credit and actually give you the resources you need to make wishing you could buy a house into owning your own home!

I've worked with numerous different mortgage companies, and always respect my clients wishes when it comes to choosing the right mortgage professional for them. But having been in the mortgage industry myself, I appreciate quality work and enjoy knowing that my clients are in capable hands.

Just so you can put a face with a name:

This is Heather Jacobs and she is an expert in home mortgages in the Seattle area and someone that I know you can trust for an honest answer and the best service!

I know this just barely scratches the surface, but it's a great place to get started when you are looking for home mortgages in Seattle!