Lacey, WA

Lacey, WA wasn't always called Lacey - it first was named Woodland after Isaac & Catherine Wood who claimed land there in 1853. It did not incorporate until December of 1966, and the name Lacey came from developer and attorney O.C. Lacey.

Lacey is a city without a real downtown - or maybe it has two downtowns. The city hall and library and Woodland Square (yes, there's that name Woodland again), along with one of the main commercial areas are perhaps one downtown. And the fast growing area known as Hawks Prairie is another downtown of sorts - at least a major retail and office location.

Watch for more historical tidbits about other Thurston County towns and cities soon!

Large new homes giving you more than square footage; a custom look on a dime.

This was the challenge, find me and my family a brand new home, over 3,000 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, with custom features such as wood floors, tile counters, a kitchen with all of the bells and whistles. for UNDER $300,000
Where am I going to find that?  Well it's a good thing Lacey was on the list.
We could have found a box, but Jamaria wanted to see large new homes giving you more than square footage; a custom look on a dime.

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We ended up just where we begin. Freestone Station in Lacey.  These homes have won awards.  They have been voted the best buy in Pierce and Thurston Counties and that's no joke. To be honest I'm not sure how they can do it.  When you see all of the features that come standard you will be amazed. Large new homes giving you more than square footage; a custom look on a dime is only part of the story. This story is about a military family serving our Country; moving to the State of Washington with five children and looking for a place to call home. It was indeed my honor and pleasure to help in this pursuit;

I want you to meet Jamaria in her kitchen; see for yourself in the video the happy face of a new homeowner.  She has turned this Large new house, into her family home. She found the large new homes giving you more than square footage; a custom look on a dime.

I want to share this email from Jamaria with you.

Debra;

I want to thank you and Carl for being so patient with my husband and I while we were house hunting.  I have recommended your services because of your attention to detail and untiring search for the perfect home. You both are wonderful professionals and individuals to work with.  Thanks for finding the perfect home for my large family; it was no easy task.

Jamaria

In the second video you will see a tour of the model at Freestone, it is the same floor plan of the home that Jamaria bought, enjoy.

Carl and I would love help you find your special place.  Call us 253-376-3973.  Until the end of the month we are offering an additional $2,000 cash in your pocket at closing on selected homes at Freestone, or Horizon Pointe, Lacey WA.  This cash offer is only from Carl Reed, John L Scott, DuPont.

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Builders of affordable homes near Fort Lewis WA are selling by giving unbelievable incentives and discounts.

I have never seen anything like this.   A National builder is throwing out all of the STOPS. It is easy to see why sellers of re-sale homes are having such a hard time competing. Builders of affordable homes are selling by giving unbelievable incentives and discounts.   This is what you will get if you buy one of these brand new homes; at no additional cost you will receive a brand new Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Garage Door Opener, Window Screens, Rear Yard Landscaping. Usually when buying a new home at an affordable price all of those items are at an added cost.  But that's not all.
How about a brand new 42" Plasma TV. How about throwing in  3% cash for closing. Now don't forget about the $8,000 that the Government is giving. You add it up. Just in case you need a little more push we have added one more give a way.  Carl Reed, of John L Scott, DuPont is sweetening the deal with $2,000 of his commission.  That is money in your pocket less than a week from the day of closing. Builders of affordable homes are selling by giving unbelievable incentives and discounts in order to close out standing inventory before the end of the year.

These beautiful homes range in price from $194,995 to $235,995 and range in size from 1,319 to 2,207 sq ft.  Most of the homes are  craftsman in design, and really cute. Builders of affordable homes are selling by giving unbelievable incentives and discounts if you close your home before December 31, 2009.

  

Local builders of affordable homes are selling by giving unbelievable incentives and discounts. These homes
range in price from $229,000 to $305,000 but they are much larger homes. These home range in size from 1,545 to 3,237 sq ft.  You will not find a better deal on a large home in Thurston County.  They were voted best value in both Thurston and Pierce Counties.
This builder is offering nine homes in this blow out; and is willing to give you an additional $7,500 as a buyer bonus. When adding that up with your government tax credit money and the cash in your pocket at closing from Carl Reed, you would be getting a $17,500 incentive.

This is all about timing.  This time it did pay for you to wait until the end of the year. These deals are only on standing inventory so you must act fast to get the best selection, when the homes are gone so is the deal. You must also call Carl Reed, of John L Scott, DuPont to get the added cash of $2,000 in your pocket at closing, it is only being offered through him; coming right out of his commission. Give him a call at 253-468-6023 or 253-376-3973. This is your time; come and get it while Builders of affordable homes are selling by giving unbelievable incentives and discounts.

Take a look at ther VIDEO, you will see an example of how special these homes are. This is a walking tour of one of the builders model home mentioned in this blog.

If you love buying handcrafted gifts for family and friends - & like the idea that you are also helping support your local economy - you can't beat shopping at local holiday bazaars.

There's a good one here in Lacey this Friday, November 6th from 4-8 PM & Saturday, November 7th from 9 AM - 4 PM at Thurston County Fairgrounds (3054 Carpenter Rd SE, Lacey). This is the 18th year for this bazaar & there will be something like 100 different crafters with very cool, unique items to tempt you - 4 buildings full! Parking & admission are free though food bank donations are gratefully accepted. There will even be food for lunch or bake sale items available if you shop so hard that you work up an appetite!

In past years I have found scented candles, ornaments and other decorations, clever wooden plaques, knitted sweaters & hats and cozy, cuddly scarves, hand painted wine glasses & carafes, colorful old fashioned rag rugs, yummy jams, jellies, pickles & lovely jewelry of all types!

So much fun to browse, admire the talent on display - & get your shopping started!!

The decision of buying versus renting is one that many people have confronted over the past few years. Huge gains in home values a few years ago pushed many new homebuyers into the market with grand hopes of finding wealth. While owning a home can be one path to long term wealth, it is important to consider all that goes along with it.

This video was created by WAHomeowners.com as a tool to help prospective first time home buyers decide if buying a home is the right step for them. Enjoy, and if you want to discuss the benefits of homeownership further I am only a phone call or email away!