Washington

Thanksgiving always comes a little early for us in Pullman Washington as the Washington State University students pack up to head to their families for Thanksgiving Break.

They are busy heading to and from classes today knowing that a the week ahead will be a great time to re-connect with their families and friends.

It is always amazing to watch the streets in Pullman go from being packed to a special quietness as the students head home. A wonderful stillness surrounds our community during the Holiday times....

Yet, interestinly today has also been a busy day with lots of showings for myself and lots of our agents.... I have seen lots of activity at our office ...that is great!

I would like to take this time to wish you all traveling home for Thanksgiving a safe trip and wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday!

Please enjoy the video I did ... just my way of saying Thank You....and How Much I appreciate You and Your Referrals.....

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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate Connection

For more information about Ocean Shores and Grays Harbor county real estate, contact Steven Simmons and Marti Schmidt: Your team of full-time real estate agents at 1-360-589-2439 or at schmidtsimmons@theoceaniscalling.com.

Steven Simmons & Marti Schmidt
REALTORS®.

Dear Home Seller, Is Your Agent Taking You For a Ride?

When choosing an agent to list your home, what factors are the most important to you?

Did you know that most people, when asked this question, will say that the listing price is one of the most important issues? Those people could be making a huge mistake. Here is the reason why-

Realtors® know that money is a huge issue for the seller. Some agents will try to "buy" a listing by telling the seller that they can get a price that is higher than the market is supporting. Their scam is to get a seller to list their home with them for an inflated listing price and then to ask them for a price reduction at a later date.

This tactic can be dangerous and costly to the seller for several reasons. The most obvious reason is that if the seller begins to make plans based on the inflated listing price, then they may make obligations that they will be unable to fulfill. This is very frustrating for sellers.

The most costly problem that this creates is the fact that the home is overpriced and sits on the declining market for longer than necessary. If a home is worth $400,000 and spends an extra month or two listed in a market that is declining 3% per month, the seller is losing about $12,000 per month!

Don't be fooled by the agent who comes to the listing appointment with a CMA that shows your home's value to be $20,000 or $30,000 higher than what the market suggests. We always shoot straight with our clients even when the truth means a lower price than they expect. We don't believe in misleading a seller just to get the listing and then asking for reductions later.

If you list with an honest agent at a reasonable price then the only ride that you should be expecting is a ride to the escrow office to sign the closing papers.

Photo credits - Mark Hall all rights reserved - When you choose us to handle your Vancouver WA real estate needs, you choose a team of realtors® who care about you and your family. Buying or selling a home is always more enjoyable when you work with professionals who will listen to your needs and who will work together with you to achieve your objective. We are very familiar with all types a real estate in Clark County and we specialize in Vancouver, Ridgefield and Battle Ground. We are also very experienced with new home and custom home construction having assisted several local builders in selling new neighborhoods in the Vancouver Washington area. Additionally, we have helped numerous families build their own Vancouver WA dream homes. We are dedicated to helping you make intelligent, informed decisions and to providing you with exceptional service. Go to www.ernw.org for more information. See our video here. This post written by Mark Hall all rights reserved. Dear Home Seller, Is Your Agent Taking You For a Ride? Vancouver WA Real Estate

Don't miss Olympia's annual Christmas Forest with over 50 trees sponsored by local businesses and displaying elegance, clever & unique ideas, sheer beauty - a feast for the senses! This is a community charity event presented by Providence St. Peter Foundation and it runs, this year, from November 26th - December 2nd. at the Red Lion Hotel, 2300 Evergreen Park Drive, Olympia.

It includes musical and dance performances, a kids day with special craft activities, a Santa Breakfast and other special happenings - check www.providence.org/giving for more info. You will marvel at the creativity that goes into these special Christmas trees!

Okay, got your attention, didn't I ? It's not really free - Donation to the wonderful organization, the Salvation Army.

"The Sally" is forever near and dear to my heart because thanks to their long-term drug and alcohol recovery program in Stocton, CA , my brother is alive and fluorishing today! So come join us for Olive Garden lunch and make your donation! They have a very friendly staff and warm environment. Cheers!

The following article was published in the Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal. www.kpbj.com :

As part of the observance of National Hunger and Homelessness Week, a spaghetti feed has been organized for the community at the Salvation Army, located at 832 6^th Street in Bremerton, from noon to 2pm on Nov. 21 (Saturday)

It is a fundraiser to support the Salvation Army by the Silverdale Olive Garden. Donations of any amount will be accepted.