Home sales in North Tacoma

Closed Transactions: Feb 1-7

A relatively large increase in the number of sales this week compared to last week at this time. The average sale price was skewed by a $900+ sale on Yakima Ave., but all homes sold more quickly. Pricing seems to have been just what buyers were looking for. 

If you are interested in the details of the home that sold in your neighborhood, email me.

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Home fixup tips

PAINT AND CARPET FACTS

Paint is your best investment for getting a greater return on your money.

New paint makes the entire home smell clean and neat. If your home has chipped paint, exposed wood, or the paint looks faded, it's time for new paint.

If your carpet is worn, dirty, outdated, or an unusual color or style, you may need to seriously consider replacing it.

Many houses do not sell because of these problems, which are easily solved. Don't think that buyers have the money or want to "choose the color". They typically don't. They will simply just buy elsewhere.

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You might save a life! (video)

Michelle Murphy (one of the best Realtors in King County, by the way), sent this timely tip. Easy to learn and no worries about mouth-to-mouth. I hope you never have occasion to use this method, but if you do, you might save a life.

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