HomeFinders Weekend March 23-25, 2012

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Homefinder’s WEEKEND Realtor’s Corner VikkiGildenRealEstate.com www.windermere.com

Real Estate Commissions: You Get What You Pay For

What got you into real estate and what keeps you there?

Tim & Cindy Seyster Windermere Real Estate (509) 662-7184

Tim’s mom, Jolly Ann Seyster encouraged us to get our real estate licenses. She has been a Realtor since 1977.

We have been licensed since 1996.We love that no two days in this business are ever the same. There a is huge satisfaction that comes from helping people through a real estate transaction, especially the difficult sales, and we have met some incredible people who have inspired us during the process . We work really hard, but there is also freedom that has allowed us to attend our kid’s events, volunteer at the school, and be involved in our community.

Tell us about your family?

We represent the 3rd generation of Realtors in the Seyster family. The Seysters and the Sachs( Tim’s mom’s maiden name) families are Wenatchee “pioneers”. Both of our parents have owned their own businesses. We both come from families that understand the importance of hard work & great customer service. We have a 26 year old son, TJ who is a crab fisherman in the Bering Sea (yes, just like “Deadliest Catch”), he just bought a house in Arizona, and we are really excited that he chose to purchase a home at this point in time. Our daughter Niki is graduating from EHS this year and will be attending WWU this fall. She plans on obtaining a bachelors degree in BioChemisty, so now we are not sure who will carry on the family business!

What is the most interesting property you have ever listed or sold?

There is not one certain stand out, however we tend to love any property that has a peaceful & beautiful setting.

Some of our favorites have been Chalet style homes on the Entiat River, Columbia River Waterfront, or acreage homes in the mountains. Basically any residential property that is a bit removed from town and feels like a vacation destination, we have sold and listed several of them.

What special designations/awards do you hold as a Realtor?

Collectively: Two time recipient of the Realtor Special Achievement Award , 2007 & 2009 “Realtor of the Year”. Acredited Staging Professional, Acredited Buyer’s Representative, Realtor of the quarter.

What tip would you give someone buying and/or selling real estate in this market?

Sellers: Stage your home, you will get the most money, it will sell faster and appeal to more buyers. Price correctly, this is not a market for “testing” the price.

Buyers: Buy now. The rates are at a 25 year low, and the house prices are very affordable. Make sure you get a good buyer’s agent who will advocate for you and help you through the process (did we mention we love working with buyers)?

What do you enjoy doing when not working?

Right now, our free time is pretty invested in to our daughter Niki’s senior year, which makes us happy and sad all at once. ! We both ride Harleys. In the summer, we love to RV or spend time at the family cabin at Lake Chelan.We enjoy cooking and entertaining. Cindy is pretty active in fundraising for our community through the NCWAR and The Follies Guild. Tim has been involved with the Harley Owner’s Group which also raises money for charitable causes in our community.

If you could go anywhere in the world this weekend, where would it be?

Cindy : If I could stay longer than the weekend, I would take my daughter to France & Italy ( Tim has no desire to travel abroad, otherwise we would take him too).

Tim: Anywhere that is warm, probably Arizona.

What is the most challenging/gratifying aspects of being a Realtor?

Challenging: Keeping up with technology, it is exhausting. Gratifying: Helping and meeting a wide variety of amazing people from all walks of life.The experiences are priceless.

Get your home loan from the home team.

The KCM Blog March 7, 2012 Does it makes sense to pay a full commission to your real estate agent in today’s market? Sellers, buyers and even agents are debating what should be charged to assist a consumer in completing a real estate transaction.

Forget what the actual amount of the commission is. The bigger question is whether you should pay a ‘full fee’ when hiring a real estate expert to guide you through the complexities of today’s rapidly changing housing environment.

If a full fee was the rule in 2006 when completing a deal was so much simpler, why would you now consider cutting the fee of your agent in today’s tumultuous market? You are depending on this person to help you reach your goals in a sale or purchase. In 2006, buyers were willing to pay almost anything to a seller just to get into a home. Banking entities seemed to be willing to mortgage any property for any buyer. The process was rather simple.

Today, a person looking to buy or sell should be willing to pay a full fee for two reasons: You need an expert guide if you are traveling a dangerous path The field of real estate is loaded with land mines. You need a true expert to guide you through the dangerous pitfalls that currently exist. Finding a buyer willing to pay fair market value for your home at a time that there are mass inventories of foreclosures and short sales will take a true real estate professional. Finding reasonable financing can also be tricky in today’s lending environment.

Experts in any profession do not discount their fees; especially when the job is becoming much more difficult.

You need a skilled negotiator In today’s market, hiring a talented negotiator could save you thousands, perhaps tens of thousands of dollars. Each step of the way – from the original offer, to the possible re-negotiation of that off after a home inspection, to the possible cancellation of the deal based on a troubled appraisal – you need someone who can keep the deal together until it closes.

When an agent is negotiating their commission with you, they are negotiating their own salary the salary that keeps a roof over their family’s head; the salary that puts food on their family’s table. If they are quick to take less when negotiating for themselves and their families, what makes you think they will not act the same way when negotiating for you and your family? If they were Clark Kent when negotiating with you, they will not turn into Superman when negotiating with the buyer or seller in your deal.

Bottom Line We believe that famous sayings become famous because they are true. You get what you pay for. Just like a good accountant or a good attorney, a good agent will save you money…not cost you money.

If you’re in the market for a home loan in the Wenatchee area, connect with Brette Sangster and Cori Bautista. They can help you with any type of loan package, including purchase, refinance, first time home buyers, FHA/VA, custom construction, Guaranteed Rural Housing, manufactured home loans, reverse mortgages, and more. And no one is more connected to the Valley we call home. So call or stop by and pay Brette and Cori a visit. Your home team would love to help.

Brette Sangster, VP and Cori Bautista, CME Residential Loan Officers 501 N. Mission St. Wenatchee, WA 98801 Brette (509) 886-8282 Cori (509) 886-8285

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1308 Horizon Place Open Sun. 2-3:30 New on the Market! Twin Peaks Senior Park, 1,850 sq. ft. with loads of storage areas. Living, family, casual and formal dining rooms! Large master suite! Easy to down size. Direction: North on Western, East on Maple to Twin Peaks Park.

Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Jody Campbell 630-0722

$239,900 25 Furney Open Sun. 1-3 New Price! Beautiful remodeled rambler with full basement.

Directions: Miller, right on Washington, right on Furney.

John L. Scott Wenatchee Darlene Garton 881-1600

$278,500

$239,900 911 N Princeton Ave. Open Sun. 12-2 Updated duplex in great location! Convenient to schools, shopping, etc. Two units each with 2 bed, 1 bath, big attached garage and fully fenced yard. Units are clean with excellent rental history.

Coldwell Banker LaVigne Laurie Carlson 393-9010

$298,500 625 Easy Street Open Sat & Sun. 12-4 4 Bedrooms, 2-1/2 Bathrooms, Private Master Suite with Covered Porch, 3 Car Garage. Directions: Head Northwest on N. Wenatchee Ave. past Maiden Lane, right onto School St., first left onto Easy St. RE/MAX Landmark Jon Port 669-5400

$104,000

$106,000

912 Ferry St. Open Sun. 11-12                                 Century 21 Exclusively DeAnn Compton 670-9966

$137,900

1014 S. Mission Open Sun 11-12:45                                    Windermere Real Estate/NCW Vera Salas 670-8596

$178,000 718 Schons Place Open Sun. 12-1:30                                 Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Cindy Smith 664-6278 

                                                

$249,000

1320 Wedgewood Ave. Open Sun. 12-1:30                                     Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Jody Campbell 630-0722

$289,900 1402 Kirby Lane Open Sun. 1-2:30 Roberts Construction Double Car garage with tandem or all your toys/tools/hobbies, no stairs and UGE covered back pa tio . Open oor plan, beautiul uniue replace in great room.

Directions: Western Ave. West on Maple, right on Kirby ane Century 21 Exclusively Nikki Birmingham 679-9246 $289,900 1406 Kirby Lane Open Sun. 1-2:30 Robert s Construction signature rambler with triple car garage, open kitchen, GORGEOUS masonry work, Artwork Alcoves throughout, luxury outdoor living area, Travertine tile/granite.

Directions: Western Ave, West on Maple, right on Kirby Century 21 Exclusively Nikki Birmingham 679-9246

1505 Easy Street Open SATURDAY 12-2 3,000 sq. ft., classic brick rambler situated on level 1 acre lot. Country setting but close to town. Great views as well.

Directions: Lower Sunnyslope Rd. to Easy St., home on left.

Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Stan Hartmann 741-0892

$529,000 189 Red Fern Rd. Open Sun. 1-3 Extended family or awesome 5 bedroom home in beautiful Sunnyslope location. Almost 5000 sq. ft. Come take a look!

Directions: Easy Street to E. Peters St, left onto Burch Mtn. Rd, left onto Red Fern, end of cul-de-sac.

Century 21 Exclusively Lee Hilderand 669-7601

3 Lakes/Malaga $414,000

3060 Riverview Lane Open Sun. 1-3                                          Century 21 Exclusively Betsy Loomis 669-6464

East Wenatchee

$309,000 1607 Hoselake Rd. Open Sun. 1-3                                          Premier One Properties Rich Rimbach 670-5843

$152,500

$169,900

$188,950

$320,000 2115 5th Street Open Sun. 1-3                                               Century 21 Exclusively John Bonniwell 679-0767

$176,100

$189,000

$325,000 182 Red Fern Road Open Sun. 12-2 New price on beautifully remodeled home in desirable Sunnyslope location, cul-de-sac corner lot. Better than new, 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,300 sq. ft., one level home. Directions: Easy St., right on Peters, left on Burch Mtn, left on Red Fern Rd. Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Rica Insley 630-6482

$183,900 1321 Rosewood Open Sun. 2:30-4:30                                        Premier One Properties Steven Schwind 421-1150 3432 Casandra Dr. Open Sat & Sun 10-4 GREAT VIEWS! Fully fenced, Hot Tub Stays, Includes All Appliances! Priced to sell! Directions: Highway 2 to Cashmere, 3 miles, turn right on Lower Sunnyslope Road, left on Lower Monitor Road, left on Casandra Dr. house is on the right.

RE/MAX Landmark Jon Port 669-5400

312 Oregon St. Open Sun. 1-2:30 Updated craftsman in Historic District. 4 beds, 2 baths, very detailed. Directions: West on Orondo, North on Oregon.

John L. Scott Wenatchee Randy Baldwin 860-2551

$189,900

1917 Pensione Place Open Sun. 11-1 Price Reduced! Rambler, close to town, 3 bed, 2 full baths.

Large deck and double car garage. Directions: West of Western on Mulberry, right on Angela, left on Pensione.

Century 21 Exclusively Brenda Burgett 669-3206

$196,900 1633 Concord Open Sun. 12:30-2 Fresh paint and carpet in this nice 4 bed, 2.5 bath, split level home. 2 car garage plus established neighborhood. Directions: Up Orchard St. right on Poplar, right on Concord Century 21 Exclusively DeAnn Compton 670-9966 $199,900 1714 9th Street Open Sun. 12-1:45                             Century 21 Exclusively Perrin Cornell 669-0354

$207,900

1119 S. Rosewood Ave. Open Sun. 11:30-1                                        Premier One Properties Sharon Moreland 670-0075

$234,750

1820 Story Lane Open Sun. 12:30-3:30                                    Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Jeff Hallman 387-0735

East Wenatchee

562 Sunday Drive Open Sun. 2-3:30                                       Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Cindy Smith 664-6278

$248,840 609 S. James Ave Open Sun. 10 am- 7 pm                                          RE/MAX Landmark Jennifer Fullwiler 881-1840 $249,500

1441 Copper Loop Open Sun. 12-2:30 1801 Sq. Ft. rambler on large lot with room for RV parking. Still time to pick your colors! Kitchen with breakfast nook and great room. Covered patio, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Directions: SE 4th Street to Kansas.

Windermere Real Estate/NCW Julie Jessup 670-6637

$249,900

1530 N. Baker Open Sun. 2-3:30                                           Century 21 Exclusively Perrin Cornell 669-0354

$274,900 2478 Plateau Drive Open Sun. 12-2 Nice, newer home with upgrades, 4 bed, 2.5 baths, great view, wonderful landscaping and pool Eastmont to Plateau Drive Century 21 Exclusively Roberta Jackson 670-1773 $279,900

1929 Eastmont Open Sun. 1-3                                      Windermere Real Estate/NCW Vera Salas 670-8596

$299,000 351 19th St. NE #7 Open Sun. 1-3                                          Century 21 Exclusively Doug Andrews 860-8840

ELLED C N A C D CANCELLE

3331 Sunset Hwy. Open Sun 1-3 PRICE HAS DROPPED! 2007 4 bed, 2 bath home on .52 of an acre! 2 car attached garage, solid oak cabinets, formal dining, warranty. Directions: Odabashian Bridge, South on Sunset Hwy, across from Shell Station, house is on the left.

Windermere Real Estate/NCW Diana Hinkle 860-1685

2440 Sunset Highway Open Sun. 1-3 Large home with over 3000 sq. ft. of living space. 4 bed, 2 bath formal living/dining plus rec room. 2 year home warranty included. Directions: Sunset Highway between 22nd & 24th Century 21 Exclusively Pam Wright 860-4487

$378,900

621 Briarwood Dr. Open Sun. 12-1:30                                   Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Lela Castro 509-322-6060

$379,900

$375,000

$184,900

3971 Vista del Rey Open 2:30-4:30 SAT. Has it All! View-Privacy-Hot Tub-Easy Care Yard. Directions: Sunset Hwy. North to Blue Rock Dr. John L. Scott Wenatchee Anne Conway 885-0845

2166 Inglewood Dr. Open Sun. 2-3:30 Custom View Home Has It ALL. 2438 sq. ft., two story, 4 bed, 2.5 bath, den, Main Floor Master, In-Ground Pool, 3 car garage, sport court/RV parking. Beautiful Yard. Directions: Eastmont to Badger Mtn. Rd, left at Fancher Heights, left on Inglewood.

Premier One Properties Sharon Moreland 670-0075

$439,000

$189,900

$574,900

$209,900 606 N Larch Open Sun. 1-3 So much larger than it looks! Nicely updated 2,042 sq. ft. home. 4 bedrooms, master with view deck, changing area and 3/4 bath. Nice family room with slider to protected patio area.

Directions: Up Grant Road, left on Lyle, left on Minor.

Windermere Real Estate/NCW Jamie Wallace 670-3305

$310,000

1223 Jefferson Open Sun. 12-1 WOW! 3 bed, 1.75 bath, bonus room over 2 car garage, RV parking! Directions: Washington to Princeton, to Jefferson.

John L. Scott Wenatchee Carol Kavanaugh 670-6762

460 River Walk Dr. Open Sun. 12-3                                       Premier One Properties Jeff Benson 630-6859

$475,000

2014 Maiden Lane Open Sun. 12-1:30                          Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Joni Pepperl 669-2121

$540,000

3025 Eastview Lane Open Sun. 12-2 Enjoy fabulous views from the expansive deck. Two master suites, detached shop with exercise room and kitchenette.

Directions: Sleepy Hollow Road to Sleepy Hollow Heights to Scenic View then to Eastview Lane.

Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Stan Hartmann 741-0892

Sunnyslope $260,000

281 Lilly Lane Open Sun. 1-2:30                                        Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. NormaJean Jessup 670-8340

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415 S. James Open Sun. 2:15-4 Well cared for & upgraded home with 3 nice-sized bedrooms, insulated garage and updated tile bath great area Directions: Past Costco on SE 3rd, left on James Century 21 Exclusively Roberta Jackson 670-1773

1536 Holly Lane Open Sun. 3:30-5                                           Coldwell Banker LaVigne Debbie Chase 630-0235

Cashmere

$215,000

4977 Red Apple Rd. Open Sun. 1-3 Country Farmhouse, land and orchard. Nearly 2 acres of pears, 3 car garage and shop. Home has upgraded baths, kitchen and dining. Country lifestyle waiting for you. Directions: From Wenatchee, Highway 2 turn at mile 114, Red Apple Road.

Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Joe Gamboni 669-2028

$229,000 2387 Combine St. Open Sun. 1:30-3 Wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bath rambler with gorgeous views and 1691 sq. ft. of living space with room for your RV. Directions: Eastmont, right on Wheatridge, right on Combine.

Coldwell Banker LaVigne Debbie Chase 630-0235

$349,000 507 Skyline Dr. Open Sun. 1-3 Outstanding hilltop home. All the right touches. Directions: Pioneer to Tigner, left on Glen, right on Skyline.

John L. Scott Wenatchee Anne Conway 885-0845

$245,000

$469,950 50 McGhee Lane Open Sun. 1:15-3 THE BEST IN COUNTRY LIVING! 9.08 Acres. Beautiful custom built 2-story Prow home, daylight basement, 3,300 sq. ft., double garage, 40x60 shop! Gourmet kitchen. Views!

Directions: 4.2 miles up Nahahum Cyn Rd, left on McGhee Ln. Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Jan Widener 670-2444

1922 Sunset Hwy. Open 1-3 SAT. Great home - .80 acres with huge shop! A must see! Directions: From bridge, North on Sunset Hwy., on left after 19th.

John L. Scott Wenatchee Julie Lester 264-5423

343 N. Newark Ave. Open Sun. 12-2                                       Premier One Properties Steven Schwind 421-1150

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135 N. Mission Wenatchee, WA • 509-662-2100

$355,900......... EAST WENATCHEE

124 S. FRANKLIN – WENATCHEE Historic Wenatchee home that’s loaded with vintage features and character! Spacious living w/fireplace flows into the large dining room and fantastic sun room! Four large bedrooms with wood floors plus an extra room. Tile floors in baths. Lots of cabinets in the kitchen. Detached garage/shop and huge basement for storage. $319,900.

Please contact PAUL MARES @ 670-2119 for more information. MLS# 697565

$350,000...................WENATCHEE

418 SKI HILL DRIVE – LEAVENWORTH

Newer 3 bedroom 2 bath rambler. Just a short walk from downtown Leavenworth. Small yard is easy to care for so you will have more time to sit on the front porch and enjoy the view. MLS #697524 Geordie Romer 679-8958

Well built Ski Hill rambler with updated baths, fixtures and doors on a large lot in scenic Leavenworth. Attached 2 car garage plus a 1020sf detached shop with insulation and 100 amp service. Tons of RV parking beside the house. Super thick cedar siding and newer roof. Covered entry and huge covered patio provides cover in winter. $277,500. Please contact PAUL MARES @ 670-2119 for more information. MLS# 697465

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HOMEFINDER’S WEEKEND SECTION IS VIEWABLE ALL WEEKEND

Shy 10 acre ranch in desirable neighborhood. Irrigation, fully fenced, pole barn, horse barn, remodeled in 1995, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 kitchens, and large family room.

Many possible uses for this zoning. MLS# 697584 Jamie Wallace 670-3305

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FOUR STAR NEIGHBORHOOD. New price in a circle neighborhood of custom homes. 4 bedroom, 3 bath + family, bonus room & sewing room. 1994, 3,250 sq.ft. on nearly 1/2 acre by the WRAC.MLS# 697277 Kathy Emerick, 421-5934

$298,000............. LEAVENWORTH

$82,000.....................WENATCHEE Price reduced on this meticulously kept 3 bedroom 2 bath Twin Peaks Manor home. A 55+ park. Newer roof, new 500 sq ft deck, and awnings on the front windows make this a wonderful home to call your own. MLS # 697079 Sharon Ventrello 293-1870

$39,000.....................WENATCHEE New on the market! Immaculate 3 bedroom doublewide.

Excellent floor plan, fresh interior paint, great kitchen and living area, large master, 2 covered decks, 2 carport locations, plus storage area. MLS # 696762 Jolly Seyster 670-2500

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