HomeFinders Weekend May 18-20, 2012 by The Wenatchee World

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Homefinder’s WEEKEND

WEEK OF MAY 19TH

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Realtor’s Corner 1 S. Chelan St., Wenatchee •

Agents Coldwell Banker LaVigne 1 S.1 Chelan St., Wenatchee • 509-888-8887 S. Chelan St., Wenatchee • 888-8887

Cynthia Huffer • 679-5675 • ColdwellBankerLaVigne.com ”

People are “Our Business”

Office: (509) 888-3950

gary@premierone.biz Cell 509-679-4132 garymullenrealestate.com

Bringing Buyers & Sellers Together Lisa Deaver

Broker Associate

R E A L E S TAT E

885-4202 Connect to johnlscott.com/wenatcheeofice • 662-4772 • 1201 N. Wenatchee Ave. This Office independently Owned & Operated

Lela C

Honesty, Integrity and 18 years of Experience

1-509-322-6060

Make Dreams come True

CLela@lauramounter.com

My Real Estate business is going to the dogs! (and cats too) I donate a portion of my commissions to the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society.

Jerry Paine

509-860-7696 • ncwrealestate.com Call me for all your real estate needs.

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509.668.8800 Melissa@MelissaKiser.com

741-2548 Cell

Are You a Buyer Looking to Purchase a Short Sale? From the KCM Blog, May 8th 2012 It seems that there is a significant amount of confusion when it comes to purchasing a short sale. There are many misconceptions when it comes to this type of transaction, so below I have provided some information to potential buyers of short sales. If you are looking to purchase a short sale, understand that it is not the same as a normal sale and the approach is very different. There could be several parties involved and issues that are unknown to the buyer and buyer’s agent that can affect the transaction. If you are looking to purchase a short sale here is some helpful information. 1. On average, to get a short sale approval, it can take 60-90 days. There could be mortgage insurance and an end investor on the loan as well as the servicer, which means it has to go through three different processes. Bank of America could be the servicer on the loan but they do not actually own the loan, so, the short sale has to pass their guidelines, then go to the mortgage insurer if there is one, then to the end investor like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. If you are a buyer and can’t wait at least 60-90 days for an approval and then another 30 days to go to closing, then you need to look at other houses. The worst thing you can do is tie up a house that is in a short sale with no intention of being patient while waiting for a short sale approval. Approvals can come sooner than 60 days, but industry standard is at least 60 days to get an approval or denial. 2. There is a general assumption that you can purchase a short sale for 40-50% under its listed price. In a short sale the bank comes out and does a valuation of the property and will expect a slight discount, but will not accept a huge amount under the market value. Hopefully, if the agent who is handling the sale is experienced, they will have already gotten an approved list price from the bank by the time you are interested in making an offer. The bank will usually be willing to negotiate on that price, but will not, in almost every case, take 40-50% off of that price. To that point, you may be able to get a reasonable deal on a short sale, though it will not be, in most cases, as much of a deal as you may be able to get on an REO (foreclosed property). Also to that point, most short sales will be in better condition than an REO. When you look at the potential repairs a comparable REO needs and the time and expense it can take to do those improvements vs. a short sale being sold at a slight market discount with improvements already made, the investment could even out. There are REO properties that can be picked up for a huge discount, but require massive repairs that a comparable short sale may not require. 3. Short sales are a very difﬁcult process and it takes a qualiﬁed person to handle this type of transaction. With this type of transaction it takes a very experienced agent on the listing side as well as the buying side. Make sure before you move forward on the transaction that the listing agent has ample experience dealing with these types of transactions, or you could be tied up in a contract for months that never goes to settlement. There are several different types of short sale processes and each bank’s process is somewhat different; it takes a professional who has had experience with all of these different types of short sales to help facilitate a successful transaction.

4. In most short sale transactions the properties are sold “as-is” and no repairs will be made. Although there are some exceptions to this rule, speaking in general, short sales are sold “as-is” and no repairs will be made even if they are found during a home inspection. In most short sale transactions the bank will require both the buyer and the seller to sign an addendum that states the property is being sold “As-is” and no repairs will be made. These are just a few short pointers for buyers who are looking to purchase a short sale as they are a reality in every market, and if you have the patience you may be able to get the home you are looking for at a discount!

~ Buying or selling...together we can unlock your dreams! ~ ~17 years marketing & ~ Buying or selling...together w ~ new construction experience heidi@premierone.biz

Rebecca Hackworth 509-421-2007 (Direct) 509-662-2100 (Office) Rebeccahackworth@ymail.com Rebeccahackworth@century21.com

Century 21 Exclusively • 135 N. Mission, Wenatchee, WA 98801

www.wenatcheepremierhomes.com Stephen Office: 662-3491 Bishop fax: 664-3897

679-7004

Sharon Moreland

670-0075

Bringing Buyers & Sellers Together

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Anne Conway Broker Associate

R E A L E S TAT E

885-0845 Connect to johnlscott.com/wenatcheeofﬁce • 662-4772 • 1201 N. Wenatchee Ave.

Why rent? We can help you own!

This Office independently Owned & Operated

Lorre Stimac Realtor

It’s time to join.

cell: 509 670-7653 fax: 509 662-2164 lorrestimac@hotmail.com

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Homefinder’s WEEKEND

WEEK OF MAY 19TH

May 19 & 20, 2012

N<<B<E; FG<E ?FLJ<J Saturday Open Homes $298,500

625 Easy Street Open Sat. & Sun. 12-4                             RE/MAX Landmark Jon Port 669-5400

Wenatchee $104,000

25 Furney Open Sun. 12-2 3164 Sq. Ft. rambler with full basement and lots of upgrades. Directions: South Miller, right on Washington, right on Furney. John L. Scott Wenatchee Darlene Garton 881-1600

$248,500

945 Idaho St. Open Sun. 12-2 3 Bedrooms, 1.75 Baths with attached 2 car garage and fenced backyard. Directions: Miller, East on Idaho. John L. Scott Wenatchee Sharon Shaw 670-5459

1308 Horizon Place Open Sun. 2:30-4 Twin Peaks 55+ Senior Park. Huge 1,848 sq. ft.! Very well maintained. So much storage room! Great for downsizing. Homeowner dues, home warranty paid for 1 year. Directions: From Miller, West on Maple, left into Twin Peaks Park. Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Jody Campbell 630-0722

$279,900

$164,900 617 Yakima Open Sun. 2:30-4                                    Premier One Properties Steven Schwind 421-1150

$285,000

$179,900

307 Whitebirch Place Open Sun. 1-3 Desirable Wenatchee Neighborhood! You ll love this adorable rambler with 3 beds, 2 baths. Some hardwood under carpet. Easy care home in excellent condition. Nice, close, convenient location. Directions: Castlerock, North on Whitebirch Place. Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Rica Insley 630-6482

$179,950 1235 Leanne Place Open Sun. 12-2 3 Bed, 2 bath, spacious, corner lot, private yard! Directions: Millerdale, left on Gellatly, right on Leanne. John L. Scott Wenatchee Tracy Franklin 670-1165 $189,900 1308 Cascade St. Open Sun. 12-2                                     Windermere Real Estate/NCW Tim Seyster 669-5786 $192,000

620 Kenaston Dr. Open Sun. 1-3                                      NCW Realty, Patti Davis, 670-4690

$199,900

1221-1/2 Gary St. Open Sun.1-3                                                  Coldwell Banker LaVigne Laurie Carlson 393-9010

$213,500

38 Martin Place Open Sun. 12-2                                        Premier One Properties Steven Schwind 421-1150

Sunnyslope

Wenatchee $239,900

4C S. Western Ave. Open Sun 12:30-2 2854 sq. ft. rambler with 3 bed, 2 baths, updated kitchen, lots of character. Spacious .47 acres. Fenced yard and above ground pool surrounded by large deck system. Wonderful Location. Directions: Western and turn West on private drive at 4C. Premier One Properties Steve Bishop 679-7004

East Wenatchee

$279,000

565 W. Rolling Hills Lane Open Sun. 11-12:30 This 2010 built rambler is located in the desirable Mt. Brook neighborhood! 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 1,803 sq. ft. ready for your landscaping ideas! Directions: Easy St., right on School St., left on Knowles Rd., right on W. Rolling Hills Lane. Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Nannette Saint 679-2741

916 N Jennifer Open Sun. 12-2                                   Windermere Real Estate/NCW Cindy Seyster 670-6466

$509,000 189 Red Fern Road Open Sun. 1-3 Great Price! This 5000 sq. ft. home has just been reduced by $20,000. Great living spaces with 5 bedrooms, large lot, huge garage. Direction: Easy Street to E. Peters to Burch Mtn. Rd. to Red Fern. Century 21 Exclusively Lee Hildebrand 669-7601

$249,500

3 Lakes/Malaga

$279,700

$399,900

2201 Lark Brook Open Sun. 1:30-3:30                                          Coldwell Banker LaVigne Debbie Chase 630-0235

3060 Riverview Lane Open Sun. 2-4                                           Century 21 Exclusively Betsy Loomis 669-6464

$295,000 403 Lombard Lane Open Sun. 12:30-2:30 Views! 4000 Sq. Ft., daylight rambler, .48 acres. Directions: School St., right on Lombard Lane. John L. Scott Wenatchee Sue Long 670-0633

$214,900

East Wenatchee

$347,000

1271 Wheatridge Open Sun. 11-1 3 bedroom, 3 bath with 180 degree view! Immaculate and on shy 1/2 acre fenced yard. Directions: Canyon Hills off Eastmont. Herring & Associates, Inc. Lisa Day 884-4326

$349,000

$219,900 791 N. Keller Ave. Open Sun. 12-1:30 Fabulous 1722 sq. ft. Rambler with 4 bedrooms and 1.75 baths. GREAT Park like Yard with .45 acres, Trex deck and detached Garage/shop. Wonderful FEEL. Directions: North on Eastmont, East up NE 8th, Corner of Keller. Premier One Properties Sharon Moreland 670-0075

$439,000

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223 N Western Ave. Open Sun. 12-2 Wonderful mid-century home boasts a delightful mix of period design and modern conveniences. Nestled on 1.52 acre grounds adorned with towering shade trees and inviting in-ground pool. 4 beds, 3 baths, over 3400 sq. ft.! Coldwell Banker LaVigne Linda Bondo 860-2398

1309 First St. Open Sun. 1-3 BEST Location. BEST Remodel. BEST Offer. Top of the line appliances, pool table stays. Large Family Home, 4 bed, 3.75 bath. Directions: Miller to West on First. Coldwell Banker LaVigne Tom LaVigne 860-9998 1510 Anton Place Open Sun. 11:30-1 Big, beautiful and bright Bollinger Construction 2-story home. Quiet country and city views on seldom used cul-de-sac. Oversized triple garage + 2 family rooms! Directions: Millerdale to Appleland, right on Anton, right on Anton Place. Century 21 Exclusively Betsy Loomis 669-6464

$465,000

2017 Broadhurst Pl. Open Sun. 1:30-3                                    Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Cindy Smith 664-6278

$229,000

303 S. Mary Ave. Open Sun. 12-3 Two bed home with new carpet and paint, formal living, family room, with a large kitchen. Very nice master with 5 piece master bath. Walk -n closets in every bedroom. Home backs up to a greenbelt. Directions: Left off 3rd St. or right off Grant Road. Premier One Properties Jeff Benson 630-6859

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$229,900 1354 Tractor Loop Open Sun. 2-3:30                                    Premier One Properties Sharon Moreland 670-0075

3707 Burch Mountain Road Open Sun. 12-2 Great view of the entire Wenatchee Valley from this 3 bed, 2.75 bath manufactured home with 3 car garage. Directions: Easy St., right on Peters, left on Burch Mountain Road. Century 21 Exclusively RJ Wallis 670-2007

$239,000 620 Linda Lane Open Sun. 1:15-3 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath doll house. Just listed and adorable! RV Parking, updated bathrooms and kitchen, move in ready. Directions: Corner of Fairmont and Linda off of 10th St. Herring & Associates, Inc. Lisa Day 884-4326

$189,900

$239,900

1441 Copper Loop Open Sun. 1-3 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, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Directions: SE 4th Street to Kansas. Windermere Real Estate/NCW Cliff Larson 679-0202

1815 Manhattan Drive Open Sun. 1-3 Beautiful, meticulously groomed 4 bed, 3.5 bath home in awesome subdivision. RV parking, stamped concrete gazebo area in back yard, lots of storage, room for hobbies. Directions: Up Grant, left on Lyle, left into Manhattan Square house on right. Coldwell Banker LaVigne Ed Belmudes 503-780-0300/630-0235

$299,900

351 19th St. NE #7 Open Sun. 1-3                                             Century 21 Exclusively Pam Wright 860-4487

$349,000 191 N Lyle Open Sun. 1-3 Immaculate rambler 3 bed, 2 bath, additional guest quarters. Lots of privacy, large back deck, irrigation water, 3 car garage. Directions: Grant Road, North on Lyle. Century 21 Exclusively DeAnn Compton 670-9966 $378,900

621 Briarwood Dr. Open Sun. 1:30-3:30                                      Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Jeff Hallman 387-0735

$407,900 420 NE 21st Street Open Sun. 2-3:30                                            Century 21 Exclusively Bitsi George 670-8555 $449,000

2327 Fancher Heights Blvd. Open Sun. 12-1:30 Just Reduced $25,000! 5 bedrooms + theater and billiard rooms. Spectacular Views of River & City! Perfect for elegant entertaining and living at it s best! Directions: Badger Mtn. Road, left to Fancher Heights. Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Jody Campbell 630-0722

Leavenworth $299,000 12535 Shore Street Open Sun. 1-4 Triple wide, Oakwood Manufactured Home with 1834 sq. ft. 3 bed, 2 bath, on 1.15 acres. Two well maintained extra buildings for shop, tools and well equipment. Beautiful location. Directions: West on Hwy 2, left at Icicle Road, left on Shore Street. Premier One Properties Mae Hamilton 630-1104

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$400,000.. COLUMBIA RIVER WATERFRONT Just a few miles past Rocky Reach Dam. Two parcels, total 76+ acres approximately 800 front feet of waterfront, plus a pond. Power and a private well. Under highway access tunnel. Several building sites. MLS# 698143 Cindy Seyster 509-670-6466

$250,000......... EAST WENATCHEE Location! Floor to ceiling windows frame gorgeous views! 3 Bedrooms 2.5 baths 2,309 sq ft, 2 fire places, wood floors, fabulous built-ins. Fresh interior paint, newer roof, covered patio, private backyard. MLS# 698124 Jolly Seyster 670-2500

$199,900......... EAST WENATCHEE So much space! 2768 sq ft, very functional floor plan. Full finished basement, large private fenced yard. Big windows, lots of natural light, plenty of storage, nice sized bedrooms, RV parking. Near schools. MLS# 698104 Christie Kay 630-8289

$164,900...................WENATCHEE Close and convenient with lots of space to grow! 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, full basement with non conforming 4th bedroom, storage, lots of potential. Nicely landscaped yard. Move in ready! MLS# 698152 Christie Kay 630-8289

473 NE. 5TH ST. - EAST WENATCHEE This house is a must see. Large Tri-Level home with an in-ground Larson Pool and a huge shop! All this sitting on a beautifully landscaped .60 of an acre lot. Plenty of room with a large family room and 2nd kitchen that is also plumbed and wired for a hot tub. $299,900. Please Contact GARY MULLEN @ 679-4132 For more information. MLS# 697460

1112 KITTITAS ST. - WENATCHEE Spacious 2364sf rambler with main floor master, separate living and family rooms, hobby room and full basement for expansion. Possible 3rd br in basement. Freshly painted! Lots of counter space and eating bar in the kitchen. Refrigerator included! Hardwood, laminate and tile floors, detached shop with power! RV parking off alley! Lots of home for the price! $172,500. Please Contact PAUL MARES @ 670-2119 For more information. MLS# 696975 Classic 2 story home with an absolutely incredible setting! This home has it all, formal living and dining, family room with cathedral ceilings, gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, four bedrooms, nearly 1/2 acre fully landscaped lot with in-ground pool, RV parking, and a fantastic location with a view. A must see property that feels like an estate! $324,900. Please Contact PAUL MARES @ 6702119 For more information. MLS# 697679

1032 WASHINGTON - WENATCHEE

Multi Family! .75 acre. Residential High Density for Multi-Family, small offices, adult family home, etc. Great views, near river loop trail. Sewer available not connected. Irrigation water available. MLS# 698005 Jacqueline Hurst 860-3963

Eating area, living room and main floor bedrooms have hardwood floors. Large room downstairs could be a family room or the closets could allow for a bedroom. Detached single car garage with small easy care yard. Centrally located in a well-established neighborhood. Faces Harrison St. $169,900. Please Contact JEANNIE KING @ 679-5150 For more information. MLS# 696638

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