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Ethics in Advertising - Having my doubts

I hate misleading advertising. I really do. And I don't think I'm alone in that. I'm also not that keen on hypocrisy. And trying to figure out mixed messages has never been my idea of fun. Lately, in driving around and previewing homes with Read More...
Posted Tuesday, June 16, 2009 5:41 PM by Steve Swanson | 0 Comments

Update - $8,000 Tax Credit Advance at Closing Still on Hold

Previous posts covered the Washington State Legislature's efforts to get the Fed's $8,000 first time homebuyer credit available to the buyer for use as a downpayment at closing. The Governor has signed the legislation that allows the Washington Read More...
Posted Thursday, May 28, 2009 8:21 PM by Steve Swanson | 0 Comments

Are We There Yet?

Like a ten year old on a road trip, people are wondering if real estate prices have hit the bottom… are we there yet? It goes beyond the usual “how’s the real estate market?” More than ever, it’s: Is this a good time to Read More...
Posted Wednesday, May 20, 2009 10:42 AM by Steve Swanson | 0 Comments