Rich Johnson
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Bellingham Wa "State of the Union Real Estate Report" Dec 2008
A client who has wandered the world once told us, after a particularly good travel story, "The most uncomfortable experiences always make the most interesting stories." As we look back on the current economic times, I'm sure that will be the case. What makes it uncomfortable today is that we don't know the story's ending. In the case of the real estate market, we want to know, "Will prices... (posted by Rich 3 years 37 days ago.)
A client who has wandered the world once told us, after a particularly good travel story, "The most uncomfortable experiences always make the most interesting stories." As we look back on the current economic times, I'm sure that will be the case. What makes it uncomfortable today is that we don't know the story's ending. In the case of the real estate market, we want to know, "Will prices... (posted by Rich 3 years 37 days ago.)
Bellingham Real Estate - Housing Opportunity or Housing Crisis
The current Bellingham/Whatcom County housing climate has created crisis for some homeowners and opportunity for some home buyers. As in any time of instability, there is the potential for risk on both sides. The first step to managing risk is to know the terms; the second step is to have some knowledge of the process; the third step is to have some knowledge of the potential pitfalls. ... (posted by Rich 3 years 45 days ago.)
The current Bellingham/Whatcom County housing climate has created crisis for some homeowners and opportunity for some home buyers. As in any time of instability, there is the potential for risk on both sides. The first step to managing risk is to know the terms; the second step is to have some knowledge of the process; the third step is to have some knowledge of the potential pitfalls. ... (posted by Rich 3 years 45 days ago.)
How Much is my House Worth? / You Gotta Be Kiddin !
If you own real estate on Lummi Island , Lake Whatcom , SuddenValley, Geneva or south of Lakeway Drive in Bellingham , you recently received a notice from the Whatcom County Assessor that your property is worth more than it used to be. Since real estate in these areas was last assessed prior to 4 years of rising real estate prices, it's not surprising that the Assessor says it is worth more today than... (posted by Rich 3 years 45 days ago.)
If you own real estate on Lummi Island , Lake Whatcom , SuddenValley, Geneva or south of Lakeway Drive in Bellingham , you recently received a notice from the Whatcom County Assessor that your property is worth more than it used to be. Since real estate in these areas was last assessed prior to 4 years of rising real estate prices, it's not surprising that the Assessor says it is worth more today than... (posted by Rich 3 years 45 days ago.)
Fannie Mae Stops Foreclosures Temporarily
In all the discussion and dissension over the $700 billion government bailout intended to stop the downward slide of the economy, it is encouraging to finally hear of some plans to help the " Main Street " we keep hearing about. Since this is where the problems started, it seems reasonable that it may have a place in the recovery. On November 11, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced a program to help... (posted by Rich 3 years 45 days ago.)
In all the discussion and dissension over the $700 billion government bailout intended to stop the downward slide of the economy, it is encouraging to finally hear of some plans to help the " Main Street " we keep hearing about. Since this is where the problems started, it seems reasonable that it may have a place in the recovery. On November 11, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced a program to help... (posted by Rich 3 years 45 days ago.)
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