HomeFinders Weekend December 9-11, 2011

Weekend www.buywenatcheehomes.com Where were you born and where did you grow up?

Kelly Thompson Premier One Properties 509-264-3185

I was actually born and raised here in Wenatchee. I went away to get my degree in Public Relations at Central Washington University and came right back. I absolutely love this valley!

What got you into Real Estate?

My mom Kay Stevens sells Real Estate and I had so much fun watching her that it was an easy decision! As soon as I returned from school I started working on my real estate license.

Tell us about your family?

I’ve been married for two years to an amazing man, Scott Thompson. He owns a local travel agency “Total Travel”.

Since he’s in the travel biz we really like to take advantage of the good deals and we haven’t given ourselves much time for kids. However, we have two dogs and two cats that keep us pretty entertained. We do have a plan for kids...my parents and in-laws hope sooner rather than later!

Realtor’s Corner

by North Central Washington Association of Realtors Board of Directors

Home Sales Increase Across the Country Posted By The KCM Crew On November 29, 2011 @ 7:00 am: The National Association of Realtors recently released their 2011 3rd Quarter Housing Report. In the report, they showed that combined sales of single family homes, condos and co-ops increased in EVERY state as compared to the 3rd quarter of last year. Here are the state-by-state numbers. The next time someone says houses aren’t selling, ask them which state they live in and show them the chart.

What is one piece of advice you would give to someone buying or selling property?

I definitely advise sellers to price competitively. Homes are definitely selling but they need to be priced at current market value. A lot of times people want to try higher... unfortunately in this market they will just sit. My advice for buyers is to buy soon.

The timing couldn’t be better! We know we are at all time lows for interest rates & prices and the rule is “buy low and sell high” I think the time is now!

Tell us about your favorite Holiday tradition(s)?

On Christmas Eve we get everyone together & have an amazing dinner, we go to candle light service at church and usually return home and play a board game or two. Also, I have never turned down a New Year’s party! New Year’s day is actually my birthday so I have to make sure to bring in the New Year with a big celebration!

What is the most interesting property you have ever listed?

Wow...this is a good question! It would probably be a house I had listed when I first started selling real estate. It was a rental and had about six guys living in it. They were the dirtiest boys I had ever met. I would show up for open houses and they would still be sleeping and had obviously thrown a huge party the night before...I often had to clean up after them and it was disgusting and interesting to say the least! I learned to bring antibacterial wipes with me everywhere.

What would you tell someone from outside the area about the value of life in the Wenatchee Valley?

Traveling to other cities has taught me that Wenatchee truly is one of the most beautiful, inexpensive, and safe places to live. The quality of life here is exceptional. Even though it is a smaller town there is something for everyone. Skiing, hiking, boating, arts, festivals, wine, food, golf, etc. If someone tells me they are board in Wenatchee I would tell them they haven’t left their house!

What is your favorite Holiday beverage?

Egg Nog Latte, I wait for this all year!

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407 Oregon Street #211 Open Sun. 12-2 Comfy, convenient condo close to downtown, library, theatres and transit. Sparkling clean, freshly painted, large enclosed patio. Buy now, move in January. Directions: Southwest on Orondo, West on Oregon for 1-1/2 blocks. Follow signs.

Coldwell Banker LaVigne Barb Dodge 630 6539

260 N Newton Open Sun. 1-2:30                                        Windermere Real Estate/NCW Jerry Paine 860-7696

$154,900 815 Monroe Street Open Sun. 1-3                                      Premier One Properties Erin Davidson 293-2214

$189,900

$179,900

1045 Kittitas St., Open Sun. 12:15-1:15                               Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Shaunna Larson 860-5040

$239,000 225 NE 19th St. #34 Open Sun. 12-2 Smart, Classy and move-in ready. 2 bed, 1.75 bath, amazing views. Tasteful use of Northwest colors, tile, granite and textures. MAKE AN OFFER. Directions: Sunset Hwy., East on 19th, cross Baker, follow signs.

Coldwell Banker LaVigne Ed Belmudes 503-780-0300

$194,000 804 Kristi Court Open Sun. 12-1:30 Fireplace in living room, formal dining room, kitchen with new counter tops & eating space plus family room. Master bedroom with full bath and walk in closet. 2 car garage. Directions: Western, East on Ninth, South on Kristi Court.

Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Donna Pipkin 669-9890

$258,900 1479 Copper Loop Open Sun. 12-2:30                                      Windermere Real Estate/NCW Christie Kay 630-8289

$199,900 1917 Pensione Open Sun. 11-1 Here it is! Large master, 2 full baths. One level, 3 bedrooms.

Close to town. Large deck, easy to maintain yard. Directions: Springwater to Mulberry, right on Angela.

Century 21 Exclusively Brenda Burgett 669-3206

$263,500 1449 Copper Loop Open Sun. 12-2:30                                     Windermere Real Estate/NCW Christie Kay 630-8289

$325,000 468 Cherry Lane Open Sun. 1:45-3:30 Log home built in 1997 on 3+ acres. Three bedrooms, all with bathrooms. Large detached shop. Directions: Squilchuck Road, left on Wenatchee Heights, left on Edgemont, left on Cherry Lane.

Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Shaunna Larson 860-5040

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$359,900 104 N. Western Open Sun. 1-3                                        Premier One Properties Tom Kriskovic 669-3201 $399,000 2002 Broadway North Open Sun. 12-1:30 Always wanted to live in Broadview but thought you could not afford it? Come check out this great deal for over 3,350 sq. ft. of comfortable living! Updated kitchen, large bedrooms, private study. Directions: Maiden Lane, left on Broadview N. Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Joni Pepperl 669-2121

$189,595

1051 N. Baker Open Sun. 11-12                                 Laura Mounter Real Estate & Co. Shaunna Larson 860-5040

$353,900 1950 Diamond Court Open Sun. 1-3:30 Wonderful Stoneridge Subdivision, Views of River, Mountains.

Over 3500 sq. ft., end of cul-de-sac. Triple garage, huge deck and updates. A Must See! Directions: North Baker to 21st, right on Devon, left on Stoneridge, right on Diamond Court.

Century 21 Exclusively Bitsi George 670-8555 $389,900 1875 Sand Canyon Ct. Open Sun.1-3 4 bedroom home with large 3 car garage, tile, marble, granite and bamboo throughout could be yours for New Years! Privacy, lots of room to run on this large estate-like lot fronting habitat.

Directions: Eastmont North, East on 19th, South on Sand Ct. Century 21 Exclusively Perrin Cornell 669-0354 REALTOR® — is a registered collective membership mark which may be used only by real estate professionals who are members of the National, State and Local Association of REALTORS® and subscribe to its strict Code of Ethics.

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$455,000......................CASHMERE New Price! This is your piece of paradise! Privacy, luxury, nature, garden and room for horses. Almost 3 acres all nestled against the Yaksum Canyon wall. 4 bedrooms, main floor master suite, gourmet kitchen. MLS# 695072 Becky Long 741-0287

$237,900....................WENATCHEE Immaculate and desirable 3 bedroom 2 bath Rambler. USDA Zero Down Eligible! Location, RV parking, irrigation water, no step entry, large vaulted ceiling living room, covered deck, oversized garage. MLS# 696947 Jacqueline Hurst 860-3963

1354 PATSUE PLACE, WENATCHEE REDUCED $229,950 TO $370,000 (off South Hills Drive) VIEW – GOURMET KITCHEN – POOL All this and 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and a 4 car garage.

Professional updates throughout. Quiet and private.

Dennis Slack 509-669-4500 Washington Brokers

$370,000 Dennis Slack JL Spotlight

$188,500.......... EAST WENATCHEE DON’T MISS THIS! Polished & ready 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, soaking tub/shower, 2 sink master. Generous rooms bright with big windows. Big lot with irrigation, garden and mature trees. New in 2001. MLS# 696951 Kathy Emerick 421-5934

$179,500....................WENATCHEE Inspections are complete for quick closing! Comfortable 1396 sq ft 4 year old rambler in area of newer homes. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Big kitchen, all appliances. Fenced yard, sprinklers, double garage. MLS# 696837 Jerry Paine 860-7696

$142,800....................WENATCHEE Must See! Adorable 3 bedroom cottage style home with new roof and fresh interior/exterior paint. Purchase for little down! Approved for Fannie Mae HomePath Mortagage and Renovation Mortgage Financing MLS# 696845 Jamie Wallace 670-3305

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$109,900........................... DUPLEX

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New Price! Home in duplex styling. Live in one, rent the other or a Mother-in-law appt? Lots of possibilities, very affordable! Newer interiors. Lots of parking. MLS# 695904 Vera Salas 670-8596

Tom Nees

Work: 509-661-5219 Cell: 509-860-2091

$90,000................................ TWISP

nees@wenatcheeworld.com

Log Cabin on the water! Riverfront .14 acre lot. 1260 sq ft, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, wood stove & beamed living room ceiling.

HUD home. MLS# 696716 Vera Salas 670-8596

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$81,700...................... WATERVILLE

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Large home, great price! Picture windows let light in, big island kitchen has tile backsplash & lots of cupboard space. 3 bedrooms, built-ins & pine ceiling upstairs. Big lot, extra deep garage. HUD home. MLS# 696872 Vera Salas 670-8596

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$80,000............ COMMERCIAL LOT

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High traffic, convenient Wenatchee location. Great visibility for business, .14 acre with all utilities. MLS# 696875 Vera Salas 670-8596

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