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A few weeks ago, I shared that we’re remodeling our kitchen. Boy-oh-boy what a chore it is…we started the process months ago and are just starting to see light at the end of the tunnel. As I’m going through this first hand, I thought I’d share tidbits of things we’re learning along the way. Today, I’ll share the story of our kitchen counters.
Let’s start by discussing what we had on our “old” kitchen (photo above). [Read more…]
More families are choosing to live together across generations — whether to care for aging parents, support adult children, or simply share the costs of homeownership. If you’re considering buying a multi-generational home in Washington State, here’s what you need to know about how financing actually works. [Read more…]
One of the most common questions home buyers ask when comparing loan options is whether FHA or conventional financing is the better choice. The honest answer is that it depends on your specific situation — but there are some important factors that often get overlooked, including how your loan choice can affect your offer in a competitive market.
Here’s a practical breakdown of how FHA and conventional compare for buyers in Washington State — including when FHA makes strategic sense and how sellers actually view FHA offers today. [Read more…]
We’re getting ready to remodel our kitchen and recently discovered Second Use. Second Use is locations in Seattle and Tacoma. They sell second-hand items for your home from furniture to all types of fixtures. [Read more…]
This past weekend, I celebrated my 50th birthday with family and friends. I have two (not much) younger sisters who love to ask “don’t you feel older” and my answer is typically “not really”. I’m actually pretty excited to be the big 5-0…beyond being able to join AARP! [Read more…]
