I was watching an episode of some show on HGTV (don't shoot me) and as the buyers were walking through the front door they mentioned how they like it. It was of course a red door. Don't know how red front doors became so popular (probably because its bold), but this front door was hideous. Sure it was red but the paint job was a bit to be desired.

We all know the front door is a first impression and should be at its best. I have had white doors on every home I have ever owned but one and that door, which was a double door entry was pointed a blue color, sort of like a cornflower blue, it matched the shutters. I always wished they had not ruined the original natrual wood with the paint. I was always going to paint it white.

Here is a link to House Beautiful and some Front Door Paint Colors

Here is a link for those of you that would like to choose your color based on Feng Shui

And here is a vidoeo on how to choose your front door color - from GMC Trade Secrets - the Pros Who Know

Port Orchard Real Estate | Homes Sold December 2011

During the month of December there were 56 homes that sold in Port Orchard, Washington. These homes all have the city listed as Port Orchard. If you would like to see stats for an individual neighborhood just fill out the form below and we can get the information to you. These Port Orchard WA homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available. The home buyer and seller signed all of their documents prepared by escrow for the closing packages. Once all the I’s were dotted and the T’s crossed there where deeds recorded at the King County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner’s name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Auburn Washington.

Let’s look at those 56 Port Orchard WA homes -

Port Orchard WA December Homes Sold 2011

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. Prices are down, interest rates are at an all time low you might want to look at what it means to you.

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market – everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

“Statistics not compiled or published by NWMLS.” Equal Opportunity Housing All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed”

Port Orchard Real Estate | Homes Sold November 2011

During the month of November there were 49 homes that sold in Port Orchard, Washington. These homes all have the city listed as Port Orchard. If you would like to see stats for an individual neighborhood just fill out the form below and we can get the information to you. These Port Orchard WA homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available. The home buyer and seller signed all of their documents prepared by escrow for the closing packages. Once all the I’s were dotted and the T’s crossed there where deeds recorded at the King County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner’s name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Auburn Washington.

Let’s look at those 49 Port Orchard WA homes -

Port Orchard WA November Homes Sold 2011

Total number of Homes Sold	49
Median Original List Price	$225,000
Median List Price	$224,950
Median Selling Price	$219,500
Cumulative days on Market	61
Days on Market	51

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. Prices are down, interest rates are at an all time low you might want to look at what it means to you.

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market – everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

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Jo Soss is the designated Broker and the owner of Homefront Realty in Bremerton Washington. Selling real estate in the greater Puget Sound area since 1994 she has vast knowledge in all aspects of a real estate transaction. Using today's technology with her signature personal service allows her to achieve complete customer satisfaction.

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The Seagulls are calling!

No, that’s not the City of Port Orchard’s slogan but Port Orchard is the host of the famous Seagull Calling Festival a fun and quirky festival hosted by the City of Port Orchard’s Chamber of Commerce in the spring. This crazy event has been featured on The Tonight Show, on CBS Sunday Morning and on King 5 Evening Magazine.

Port Orchard is a fun place! Being a waterfront community there are many amenities such as numerous marinas, unique shopping, museums, entertainment, galleries and fun/fine dining. Just a ferry ride from Bremerton and Seattle the City of Port Orchard is a fun weekend getaway for visitors which help bolster the local economy.

Between the waterfront and downtown area you will find Port Orchard fun activities all year round. From the legendary Fathoms O’ Fun Festival in June and July which features a waterfront carnival, a parade down Bay Street and an amazing fireworks display, to Tall Ships visits, Cedar Cove Days, Farmers Market on the Waterfront and the annual Festival of Chimes & Lights, Port Orchard is a fun place to live!

Seriously….

The City of Port Orchard which is located on Sinclair Inlet in the West Sound area of Puget Sound was originally named the Town of Sidney and incorporated in 1890.

Port Orchard is rich with a historic downtown and is the County seat for Kitsap County.

The City of Port Orchard and the area surrounding the incorporated area also known as Port Orchard are serviced by the South Kitsap School District. The South Kitsap School District has adopted the Vision Statement: Nurturing growth, Inspiring achievement, Building community.

Port Orchard is a visionary community of the ever changing and diversifying West Sound area. Economic growth, lifestyle experience and community pride is alive and well in Port Orchard.

Whether you come to play or plan on staying you will not be disappointed with the opportunities available to you.

Please utilize all of this free Port Orchard WA Real Estate information to help educate yourself on the Real Estate Market in Port Orchard WA. Whether you are living in Port Orchard WA now or starting a Relocation or a Military Relocation PCS you will find that I have all of the real estate resource information you need here. If you have any more Port Orchard WA Real Estate questions please feel free to contact me.

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