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KENMORE QUARTERLY QUARTER 4 | 2017

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Contents Kenmore Quarterly 2017 | quarter 4 Looking forward

We closed the fourth quarter of 2017 off and are already jumping head first into the new year. Although we are already planning how to WOW you with the next issue of the Kenmore Quarterly, we invite you to take a moment to look back with us and compare the year’s statistics. Soups on, listings are fresh on the market, and the dancing shoes are laced up and ready to go. Cheers! Kenmore Team, LLC

Magazine contributions •

Karen Kenmore: Operations Director

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Jordan De Groot: Magazine Graphic Designer and Photographer - Kenmore Team Marketing and Photo Specialist

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Carrie Hay: Writer and Copy Editor

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Sarah Machiela: Food Feature

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Buyer Agent: Chris Cowgill

3 Welcome 4 Feature: soup’s on 8 Feature: at home with 12 Residential Division 14 16

2017 by the numbers Active Listings

22 24 26

Buyer trends: the millenials are coming Here’s looking at you 2018! Ice ice baby 28 Property Management Division 29 Statistics 30 Active Listings

32 Featured: Dance images west 36 Commercial Division 39 40

Commercial Statistics Active Listings

46 Directory

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SOUPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ON Cold days and early evenings call for meals that fill and warm. Our team has enjoyed putting together recipes and finding new inspiration for your table over the year, and we hope that they are tasty and enjoyable for you and your family!

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CHEDDAR CHICKEN CHOWDER INGREDIENTS 2 bacon slices Cooking spray 1 pound skinned, boneless chicken breast 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup diced red bell pepper 2 garlic cloves minced 4 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth 1 3/4 cups diced peeled red potatoes 2 1/4 cups frozen whole kernel corn 1/2 cup flour 2 cups 2% milk 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 pepper

INSTRUCTIONS • Cook bacon in a Dutch oven pan coated with cooking spray over medium heat until crunchy • Remove bacon from pan; crumble and set aside • Add chicken, onion, bell peppers, and garlic cloves to bacon fat – sauté 5 minutes • Add broth and potatoes, bring to a boil • Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender • Add corn, stir well • Place flour in a separate bowl – gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended, add to soup • Cook over medium heat 15 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently • Stir cheese, salt, and pepper • Garnish with crumbled bacon kenmore quarterly

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CHICKEN VEGGIE DETOX SOUP INGREDIENTS • 2 Tbsp olive oil • 1 large shallot, peeled and thinly sliced • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 pound skinned, boneless chicken breast • 1 thumb sized piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated • 32 ounce carton of unsalted chicken broth • 1 large carrot, peeled and thinly sliced • 1 medium golden beet, or several baby beets, peeled and sliced • a handful of small broccoli florets • a handful of small cauliflower florets • 1 hot chili pepper, I used a Serrano pepper, sliced (optional) • a handful of pea pods, any type • several mushrooms, sliced • a handful of shredded red cabbage • 1 bell pepper, any color, cut in strips • salt and black pepper to taste • handful of baby kale and/or spinach leaves • handful of small grape tomatoes, cut in half • garnish with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan or other hard Italian cheese

INSTRUCTIONS • Heat the olive oil in a large heavy bottomed pan. Gently saute the chicken, shallot, garlic, and ginger for a few minutes until softened. • Add the broth to the pan and bring up to a simmer. • Add the carrots and beets and simmer for several minutes. • Add in the broccoli and cauliflower florets and the hot pepper, if using, and simmer for another couple of minutes. The veggies should be just barely tender. If not, cook a little longer. • Next add the pea pods, mushrooms, red cabbage, and bell pepper. Bring back to a boil and then turn down the heat again, these veggies don’t require much cooking at all. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. • When you are ready to serve, throw in the leafy greens and the tomatoes and give everything a stir. Garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of cheese.

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FEATURE

AT HOME WITH the Meadors family

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AT HOME WITH the Meadors family The Meadors family worked with Buyer Specialist Chris Cowgill to find their home in the Tri-Cities. The family relocated from Seattle, and found themselves in their ninth home purchase. They joked that in the past their homes looked best when they were getting ready to sell and they had them staged. This time around they wanted the home to be beautiful from the start. They worked with home decorator Traci Bedard

to pull together beautiful pieces to go along with some family favorites. It was very cool to see some of the pieces that have traveled across the country with the family, mixed with fresh new styles. What really sold them on the home was the beautiful backyard oasis! Complete with pool and immaculate landscaping, we are guessing that they will spend a lot of time out there this summer!

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| Q4 2017

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residential listing

86104 SUMMIT VIEW DR., KENNEWICK see more on page

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RESIDENTIAL STATISTICS Quarter

four statistics

October

November

December

ACTIVE LISTINGS

741

682

585

LISTINGS SOLD

346

332

363

AVERAGE SOLD PRICE

$276,523

$278,051

$285,742

LISTINGS UNDER CONTRACT

356

332

254

AVERAGE DAYS ON THE MARKET

$00,000 - $99,999

3% (10 sold)

2% (8 sold)

$100,000 - $149,999

4% (15 sold)

6% (19 sold)

5% (18 sold)

$150,000 - $199,999

16% (60 sold)

14% (48 sold)

15% (53 sold)

$200,000 - $249,999

24% (83 sold)

21% (70 sold)

22% (79 sold)

$250,000 - $299,999

18% (62 sold)

21% (70 sold)

18% (64 sold)

$300,000 - $349,999

12% (43 sold)

12% (39 sold)

15% (54 sold)

$350,000 - $399,999

10% (33 sold)

10% (32 sold)

9% (34 sold)

$400,000 - $449,999

3% (12 sold)

7% (22 sold)

7% (25 sold)

$450,000 - $499,999

13 Homes sold

6 Homes sold

14 Homes sold

$500,000 +

15 homes sold

14 homes sold

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Sale breakdown by price

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2017

averages and totals

2017 Q1 Averages 2017 Q2 Averages 2017 Q3 Averages 2017 Q4 Averages 2017 Averages January, February, March April, May, June July, August, September October, November, December ACTIVE LISTINGS

410

514

731

669

581

LISTINGS SOLD

262

362

383

347

339

AVERAGE SOLD PRICE

$251,756

$265,962

$268,399

$280,105

$266,556

LISTINGS UNDER CONTRACT

329

399

371

314

353

AVERAGE DAYS ON THE MARKET

total Homes sold

total 2017 Homes sold

$00,000 - $99,999

235

$100,000 - $149,999

117

350

$150,000 - $199,999

203

266

263

161

893

$200,000 - $249,999

201

306

232

1,045

$250,000 - $299,999

156

243

270

196

865

$300,000 - $349,999

103

162

153

136

554

$350,000 - $399,999

118

373

$400,000 - $449,999

241

$450,000 - $499,999

103

$500,000 +

143 4,802

total homes sold in 2017

2017

by the numbers

2017 brought an interesting residential market to the Tri-Cities, to say the least! A snowy start to the year and limited supplies due to numerous forest fires slowed the construction industry and limited the number of available new construction. By the numbers: On average, around 1200 homes are typically available as active listings in the Tri-Cities. Starting off the first quarter with an average of 410 listings created intense buyer competition and drove listing prices up. The number of active listings climbed as the year went on and then dipped again in the fourth quarter. The number of sold properties also

started low, grew in the second and third quarters, and lowered in the fourth quarter. The average number of days that homes were listed on the market dropped drastically throughout the year. We witnessed many properties in multiple offer situations and some sales before the property even hit the market. Rather than letting the numbers get us down, the Kenmore Team Listing Specialists worked harder to get new listings on the market. Thank you to all of the amazing clients who allowed us to represent you in the sale of your property. Our listing team couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have done it without you! On the

Buyer side, our Buyer Specialists were on the ball making sure that they knew what was coming on the market so that they could get their clients in for showings first. If our team helped you purchase a home, welcome home! And we are so thankful to have been part of the process. On to 2018: Another year of growth is in the works, our entire team has lofty goals and big plans. We are excited to see where the market will take us, and as always, we are excited to serve this amazing community!

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6116 Hampshire court, pasco $259,900 | 1.790 sqft | MLS # 226584 | 3 bed | 3 bath Beautifully maintained 3 BR 3 BA rambler on quiet West Pasco cul-de-sac. Open layout offers large living room complete with corner gas fireplace. Kitchen features island, breakfast bar, touch faucet, pantry, and is open to large dining room. Split-bedroom design for maximum privacy. Master suite with slider to deck, walk-in closet, and large shower. Roomy secondary bedrooms. Third bedroom has French doors to front patio and is cable ready--great space for tv room, home office, or home business. Half bath in laundry room. All appliances stay. Deck overlooking large, fully-fenced backyard. RV parking. Brand New Roof in 2017. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on this great home with easy access to all amenities.

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6113 W 20th Ave., Kennewick $310,00 | 1,902 sqft | MLS # 226643 | 3 bed | 2 bath Immaculate 3 BR 2 BA + an office home with view in desirable West Kennewick location. Vaulted ceiling, formal living, formal dining room, and office. Updated and spacious kitchen offers granite counters, full tile back splash, ample counter/cabinet space, breakfast bar, island, wine chiller, and pantry. Kitchen opens to bright family room with slider to expansive deck. Big master suite with bay windows, walk-in closet, soaking tub, and separate shower. Beautiful backyard offers private setting with no homes behind, mature landscaping and huge deck for relaxing and entertaining. Transferable lifetime roof, fruit trees, grapes, raspberries, and strawberry plants--donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on this great home.

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86104 Summit View Dr., Kennewick $350,000 | 2,270 sqft | MLS # 225045 | 3 bed | 2 bath Fall in love with this beautiful 3 BR 2 BA rambler in SW Kennewickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summit View neighborhood. This beautiful home by Royal Holland, Inc. was designed and crafted paying full respect to the true style of the California Bungalow. The living spaces are laid out with open sight lines and strong details giving each room itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own distinct space. Three patios and a double set of French doors invite you to live both inside and out. Natural light, beautiful hand-crafted architecture, style, and elegance. Huge covered front porch, formal dining room, stylish kitchen, concrete counters in kitchen and master bath, gas fireplace, custom built-ins, and much more. All situated on nearly one acre.

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1114 Bridle Dr., Richland $430,000 | 2,637 sqft | MLS # 226365 | 4 bed | 2 bath One-of-a-kind 4 BR 2 BA rambler in South Richland’s Country Ridge. Two “secret” rooms--one accessed through main entry closet (doors at back of closet), and a secret walk-in pantry in kitchen. Stunning kitchen built for entertaining with cherry cabinets, roll out shelves on lower cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, double oven, 10x5 walk-in pantry, and Viking six-burner gas range opens out to family room with gas fireplace and formal dining area. Beautiful Brazilian Rosewood floors through entry and hallway. Master suite boasts walk-in closet and newly remodeled bathroom with dual vanities, jetted tub, heated tile floors, and new walk-in shower. Craft room, 30x14 covered patio, RV parking, storage shed, central vacuum, and storage room above garage. HOA includes pool, day barn, riding arena, and 22 acres of greenbelt. Desirable location with easy access to all amenities.

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323 Shaw Street, Richland $470,000 | 4,229 sqft | MLS # 222390 | 4 bed | 4 bath Plenty of space for everyone with great layout for entertaining in this 4 BR 4 BA + an office home in desirable North Richland location. Easy distance to Leslie Groves Park and schools. Main-level features tile flooring through entry and kitchen and bamboo floors in living areas. Formal living room and dining room with lots of natural light and 12-foot ceilings. Spacious kitchen features large island with breakfast bar, tile counters, downdraft cook top, built-in oven, pantry, and second dining area. Kitchen opens to family room with fireplace and built-in shelving. Laundry room, half bath, and office all on main-level. Large master on upper level with oversize master bath featuring tile galore, dual sinks, jetted tub, walk-in shower with dual heads, and walk-in closet. Lots of flex space in basement with 28x13 family room/flex space with second fireplace and another 23x15 bonus room. Full bath in basement. New deck overlooking beautifully landscaped, fully-fenced yard with relaxing fire pit area, mature landscaping, and covered patio on lower-level. New appliances, new heat pump, and new carpet on upper level. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on this beautiful home walking distance to river, parks, and recreation. RE SID E N TIA L | p r o p e r t y m a n a g e m e n t | c o m m e r c i a l | fe a t ur e

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3490 Eastlake Drive, West Richland $620,000 | 4,300 sqft | MLS # 226778 | 5 bed | 4 bath Fall in love with this one-of-a-kind 5 BR 4 BA home in West Richland’s ‘The Lakes’ community. Nearly one-acre corner lot overlooks community park, lake, and is steps to walking paths. Custom wood floors, formal living room, formal dining room, two family rooms with fireplaces, and office. Gorgeous, updated kitchen with granite counters, island, full back splash, ample storage, pantry, and wine bar with wine chiller. Bright dining nook off kitchen with beautiful view of Rattlesnake Mountain. Private master suite on main level has dual walk-in closets with custom organizers, corner soaking tub, large shower, and dual vanities. Attached office (or fifth bedroom) off master suite. Spacious, finished basement with second family room, pellet stove, bedroom, full bath, and perfect office/craft room/flex room. Lots of extra storage. Beautiful outdoor living with covered patio, large, recently added deck with fire pit, hot tub, and second pergola-covered patio--all overlooking beautifully landscaped yard, community park and lake. Custom shed to match house and fenced area for dogs. This is a must see property--don’t miss out. kenmore quarterly

BUYER TRENDS The Millennials Are Coming! The Millennials Are Coming! For years, many of us have seen the jokes and the videos about the Millennial generation, but when we look at their buying power in the housing market – they are no joke. It might have taken them a few years longer to decide to buy, but now they are here in force. Many recent reports, including a comprehensive study by the Zillow group called Consumer Housing Trends Report 2017, show the buying power of this generation. Here are a few key points from the report. •

4 in 10 buyers of the housing market are first time home buyers. And who makes up the biggest share of that? You guessed it. MILLENNIALS! (Defined as age 18-37) They accounted for 71 percent of first time home buyers.

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Looking back at 2017 data, the Zillow report states that Millennials made up 42% of all buyers who purchased in the last 12 months.

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Todays buyers are spending roughly 4.3 months searching for a new home, but Millennials average only 3.9 months. Using all that new technology is paying off!

“Millennials have been fairly slow to get into the market, but we are seeing an uptick in millennial buyers this year — which is a good sign, because as home values rise, we want a wider number of people to participate in this housing recovery,” said Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR). “There’s a pent-up demand and as the economy continues to improve, we expect to see more people in their early thirties, adults who are still living with their parents — clearly not their idea of the American dream — begin to look for their own housing units.” As our next generation steps into the home buying process, we are here to help. We laugh and joke about the perceived Millennials lifestyle, but at the end of the day, they are the group that is gaining in buying power!

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mil·len·nial /mi’lenēeǝl/

TOP 10 CITIES WHERE MILLENIALS ARE BUYING 1. Salt Lake City 2. Miami 3. Orlando 4. Seattle 5. Houston 6. Los Angeles 7. Buffalo, New York 8. Albany, New York 9. San Francisco 10. San Jose KENMORE TEAM MILLENIALS We might be a little biased, but we feel like we have some of the best in the generation working here. Meet our Kenmore Team Millennials!

BETHANY - Bethany serves the team in many capacities including assisting the listing coordinator, maintaining flyers, and many other tasks to keep the office running smoothly

BEN - Property Manager, A new addition to the team, Ben serves in the Property Management Division taking care of both clients and applicants

BRETT - Showing Partner, Brett partners with the listing and buying team by assisting with showings while growing his own sphere.

JORDAN - Marketing & Photo Specialist, Jordan provides marketing materials (like this magazine) and takes care of the team social media channels.

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HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU 2018! Lance Kenmore’s 2018 Predictions Its that time of year where we reflect on the past year and look forward to the year to come! As I look ahead into the year, I wanted to take a moment and let you know what we we anticipating for the Real Estate Market in 2018. As most of you know, 2017 was an amazing year for the TriCities real estate market. Another year of approximately 8% price appreciation created a lot of equity for our clients. The Kenmore Team had the opportunity to serve a record number of clients across our three divisions: Residential, Commercial, and Property Management. As we look forward to 2018, I predict the following: 1. PRICES WILL LEVEL OFF I predict we will go back to a 5% increase in housing prices. The 8% average the last two years is an unsustainable long-term appreciation model for Tri-Cities. The National Association of Realtors is predicting the appreciation rate slowing to 3.2% nationwide, which is down from a national 5.5%. I predict that we will remain stronger here due to our low inventory, but that it will be less than it has been the last two years. What does this mean for sellers? The luxury of being able to re-sell quickly in

this market will be gone over the next three years. You will have to diligently determine how long you want to be in a house before making the decision to buy. 2. WE WILL SELL MORE HOMES While prices appreciated heavily in 2017, statistically the market did not do many more transactions than in 2016. I am basing this prediction on a greater availability of lots to build on and an increase in new construction activity for 2018. The opening of the Bob Olsen Parkway in Kennewick, as well as new developments in South Kennewick and West Pasco, should give us the home inventory we need to increase sales. I also believe you will see entry level home builders return to the market. You are going to see some developments a little further out thrive in the face of this price pressure. Let’s face it - the $200K buyer does not currently have a lot of choices out there. 3. INTEREST RATES WILL BE FORCED UP DUE TO THE HEALTH OF THE ECONOMY. Most economists are predicting a rise of 50 basis points. After averaging 3.9% last year, I think it would be highly likely to see rates end 2018 at 4.5 to 4.7%. I always break this down into two factors: affordability and purchasing power. In 2017

if you were financing $250K, then your principal and interest payments would be roughly $1,179. Affordability says that at the end of 2018, the payment on the same loan could be almost $1,300! When you look at the purchasing power side of things if you want to keep your payment the same, then instead of looking at a house for $250K, you would be looking at houses that were $230K or less. Interest rates can make a big difference in they type of home you purchase. Buyers – take advantage of the lower rates in the first half of 2018! 4. THE RATE OF COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION WILL INCREASE. I believe many larger companies have been laying the groundwork for some new larger scale commercial construction to fill the population growth in our area, with many of those projects potentially breaking ground mid-year. 5. Okay this last one is not really a prediction but……..Kenmore Team will continue to find new and innovative ways to assist our clients at the highest level.

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De-icing Driveways and Walkways Without the Damage Hopefully we are through the worst, but just in case we get one last winter storm, we have compiled a few tips to make de-icers work best for you and to help you make an informed decision about what to buy. The frigid weather leaves many looking for the best way to keep driveways and walkways clear around their home. Rock salt and other ice melts work well because they lower the freezing point of water. Try these tips to making de-icers work the best for you! 1. Get rid of accumulated snow. The more snow and ice you remove in the beginning, the less ice melt you will need to use. 2. Use a thin layer of deicer. You can also use less by combining it with sand, gravel, or cat litter to help balance traction and ice melting. 3. Avoid plants and lawn. 4. Remove granules from shoes (and pet paws!) before entering your home. Tracking deicer into your home can cause damage to your floors inside your home. 5. If you have a warm day, rinse the deicer from your car and home. It can cause corrosion. r es i dent i al | pr ope r t y m a n a g e m e n t | c o m m e r c i a l | F E AT U R E

ICE MELT COMPARISON NAME

Pros

Cons

Asphalt & concrete damage level

Rock Salt (sodium chloride) effective to 25° F

Inexpensive

Damage to asphalt, concrete, Minimal to moderate brick, stone, metal, plants, wood decks. Can be lethal to pets.

Calcium Chloride effective to -25° F

Fast Acting

Can damage grass and plants when overapplied.

Minimal to moderate

Calcium Magnesium Acetate effective to 20° F

Environmentally friendly. Less corrosive than chlorides.

Can damage concrete. More expensive.

Moderate

Magnesium Chloride effective to -13° F

Environmentally friendly. Safer around pets.

Can damage plants when overapplied. Can be lethal to pets with kidney disease if ingested.

Moderate to significant.

Potassium Chloride effective to 25° F

Environmentally friendly. Safer around pets

Can damage grass and plants Minimal to moderate when overapplied. Can be lethal to pets with kidney disease if ingested. More expensive

Urea/Carbonyl Diamide effective at 10° F; better at 25° to 30° F.

Environmentally friendly. Safer around pets. Inexpensive.

Can damage plants when overapplied. Not a very effective de-icer.

Minimal (almost nonexistent)

Alternate options to applying premade de-icers: • Homemade De-icer: Mix hot water, a small amount of dish soap, and a splash of rubbing alcohol in a bucket then pour on the walkway or driveway. It will melt ice during and after a storm. • Concrete coatings: A clear film the will coat concrete and prevent water absorption. • Heated Driveway: Electric heating coils installed under and asphalt driveway. • Snow-melting mats: Heated mats that can melt several inches of snow in an hour or two.

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statistics MANAGED UNITS: 107 MANAGED DOORS: 168 AVERAGE APPLICANTS: 2.75 PER PROPERTY AVERAGE DAYS VACANT: 27 DAYS AVERAGE TURN OVER: 2.5 YEARS

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Available properties

2640 SANDPIPER LOOP, RICHLAND

3 Bed/2 Bath | 1823 SQFT | $1,595 | Available

4021 W SYLVESTER ST., PASCO

4 Bed/2 Bath | 2100 SQFT | $1,695 | Available 10/7

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9804 VINCENZO DR., PASCO

3 Bed/2.5 Bath | 1460 SQFT | $1,295 | Available

3148 WILLOW POINTE, RICHLAND

4 Bed/5 Bath | 3550 SQFT | $2,200 | Available

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Dance images west Celebrating their first anniversary and a brand new studio! If you or your child love to dance, Dance Images West has a class for you. The local dance studio has been around for over a year and recently moved in to their new home on Clearwater Avenue in Kennewick. They offer everything from traditional ballet and point, to hip hop and musical theater, for preschool through adult â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and recreational through competitive levels. Each evening you will find the studio bustling with young ones in their leotards excited to step onto one of the floors and get started with their energetic teachers. Owner Ericka Almquist offers dance classes, but her space is loaded with evidence of how important responsibility and character are in her curriculum. The studio is fairly new, but Ericka is no rookie. She grew up in her momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dance studio on the east coast soaking in the beauty of dance, the passion for shaping lives, and the ins and outs of operating a business. With dance as a significant part of her daily life, she grew into a passionate dancer, teacher and choreographer. Ericka was also part of the New York City Dance Alliance and continued to travel home to teach at her family studio while attending University of Massachusetts. The experience has shaped her life and Ericka hopes to provide that opportunity for other young people in the TriCities. After moving in to the area in 2011, Ericka met sisters and fellow dancers, Savannah and Olivia. The three of them clicked and soon realized that their core values and teaching styles were in sync. Ericka hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really planned on opening her own business. But the connection made it feel like they were all family. The three spent time discussing what was important to them in guiding young dancers, and agreed that solid technique and structure were very important. kenmore quarterly

But more important was helping to raise good humans, and to do that the trio agreed that they needed to be able to create the proper environment and atmosphere. The discussions pushed them to take the risk and in early 2017 they opened Dance Images West in a small space at the Yoga Community. The new venture started with a small group of people that believed in the three enthusiastic dance instructors. The business continued to draw in dancers and soon outgrew their home. Ericka spent months searching for the right space to expand her studio. When she first found the new studio, it was hard to envision the finished product. But it had the right amount of square footage, high ceilings and a good location. After choosing the space, Ericka secured the help of her family (and one contractor) to do the necessary remodel to create her studio. In just one month, walls were moved, drop ceilings were removed, flooring was removed and replaced, the walls were repainted, and new lighting mirrors and reception area were installed. Dance Images West continues to grow and has over 60 dancers enjoying their new home. The growth isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t welcome and their new space provides them plenty of room for more youth and adults to participate in their classes. The instructorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; passion is infectious and they are truly excited about developing talented dancers and well rounded people. Classes are offered many times per week, depending on the level, but are shorter than many. The idea behind this structure is that if they follow a strict curriculum and structure, the students will get more out of their instruction and have more time to be with their family or pursue other interests. Ericka knows that she is the exception and that most young dancers will not dance professionally or have a career in the field of dance. That is why she focuses as much on the dancers being good people as she does accomplished dancers. Every month, the studio has a different them they follow to help building character. This theme is tied to their dances, as well as a local community service project that often includes parents, families, teachers and friends. Students are also taught about goals and the instructors help the different age groups implement them appropriately. Ericka learned long ago that placing more importance on creating better people also created better dancers and she has built her business on that principal! r es i dent i al | pr ope r t y m a n a g e m e n t | c o m m e r c i a l | F E AT U R E

Dance images west

509.292.6636

web: www.danceimageswest1.com email: danceimageswest@gmail.com

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commercial listing

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8009 TUCANNON AVE., KENNEWICK

Commercial Division

Notable transactions TENANTS & BUYERS DANCE IMAGES WEST – LEASED 6515 W CLEARWATER, SUITE 320, KENNEWICK SCULPT – LEASED 8503 W CLEARWATER, SUITE C, KENNEWICK PORTER’S REAL BBQ – LEASED 1022 N COLUMBIA CENTER BLVD, KENNEWICK VANITY BY LEIGH – LEASED 8390 W GAGE BLVD, SUITE 113, KENNEWICK CITC – LEASED 5804 ROAD 90, SUITE J – PASCO SMILE-A-MILE PAINTING – LEASED 3180 W CLEARWATER, SUITE K/L, KENNEWICK CROSKREY PROPERTIES, LLC – PURCHASED 9403 & 9501 W 10TH AVE, KENNEWICK MJP DETAILING – LEASED 4193 W VAN GIESEN, WEST RICHLAND CIGAR SAVVY – LEASED 8390 W GAGE BLVD, SUITE 110 - KENNEWICK

LANDLORDS & TENANTS RIDGEVIEW REAL ESTATE MARSH QUEENSGATE PROPERTIES COLUMBIA RIVER REAL ESTATE CC WEST VITRUVIUS DEVELOPMENT GROUP SMITH COVE PARTNERSHIP STARMARK REAL ESTATE CROSKREY PROPERTIES ACHUCK FAMILY PARTNERSHIP TWO DAWGS ROBERT & LAUREE CANNON

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6601 W Deschutes, Ste C2, Kennewick $14 | 1,581 sqft | MLS # 226501 All inclusive, turn key office space in professional office building. Centrally located on Deschutes in Kennewick. Space is currently being completely remodeled and will have two offices, reception, storage closet, bathroom, break room on the main level. Three office spaces and a storage closet upstairs. The space is shared with a CPA firm, but has its own entrance. Excellent signage opportunity.

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925 Stevens Dr., STE 3D, Richland $15 | 1,530 sqft | MLS # 218832 Third floor office or medical office. Staircase and elevator from common first floor lobby space. Nicely finished with great view and large reception area. Multipe offices with sings to use or remove. In suite bathrooms. Great parking and sign placement

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building phase one and stand alone building design style 5804 Road 90, Pasco $ 17 | 3,900 sqft for single story | MLS # 218829 Stand alone office building to be built on Road 90 in West Pasco. Just off the highway and Sandifur Parkway. Great parking and signage opportunity. Building can be expaded from a single story to a two story, with the space customized to your needs. First phase of the building project has been completed and fully leased.

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8009 Tucannon Ave., Kennewick $25 | 9,580 sqft | MLS # 226669 To be built multi-story office building. Modern style building with an abundance of windows. Prime location just off the corner of Steptoe and Gage boulevard.

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1045 Jadwin ave., Richland $904,500 | 8,392 sqft | MLS # 225080 Professional office space for sale. Great location on Jadwin Avenue just off of swift boulevard. The space includes three separate units for leasing. Ample parking and good signage placement. Mature, well maintained landscaping.

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3180 W Clearwater Avenue, Kennewick $4,300,000 | 42,402 sqft | MLS # 218444 Retail/office mall in great Kennewick location off of Clearwater with easy access to Highway 395. Well maintained stucco exterior and recently re-done parking lot with ample room. Stable occupancy and steady performance. Large sign on Clearwater as well as signage on each suite. Anchored by health clinic with long term lease.

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Residential division Lance Kenmore designated broker REALTOR® Cell: (509) 727-8977 Office: (509) 735-1025 Lance@KenmoreTeam.com

Karen Kenmore operations director