Marilyn Lewis
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How a Remodeling Project Changes Your Property Tax Bill
You transformed your dingy basement into an entertainment room, guest quarters and a three-quarter bath. Yay! Dream realized. What's more, the makeover helps boost your home's value. But increased value → Read More
How a Remodeling Project Changes Your Property Tax Bill
When home improvements boost a home’s value, assessors are watching, ready to raise your property tax. We'll tell you by how much, and how you can dispute a tax bill. → Read More
Save on Granite Countertops and Rock Your Remodel
Granite countertops, durable, high-fashion and low-maintenance, are stars in kitchen and bathroom remodels nationwide. And you don't need to buy the most → Read More
Save on Granite Countertops and Rock Your Remodel
Granite countertops, durable, high-fashion and low-maintenance, are stars in kitchen and bathroom remodels nationwide. And you don’t need to buy the most expensive granite to get stunning results in your… → Read More
6 Ways to Trim the Cost of Painting a House
A fresh coat of paint makes everything it touches seem brand new. But such new beginnings cost real money. Professional painters charge around $4,000 for → Read More
6 Ways to Trim the Cost of Painting a House
A fresh coat of paint makes everything it touches seem brand new. But such new beginnings cost real money. Professional painters charge around $4,000 for labor and materials to paint… → Read More
3 Ways Parents Can Help Grown Kids Own a Home
When responsible first-time home buyers need help buying a home, the family bank can sometimes lend a hand. Younger home buyers face a mountain of obstacles, including rising home prices… → Read More
Seattle DJC.com local business news and data
April 13, 2018 Here are 3 ways parents can help their grown kids to own a house * Formal agreements are important to define obligations and minimize misunderstandings. When responsible first-time homebuyers need help buying a home, the family bank sometimes can lend a hand. Younger homebuyers face a mountain of obstacles, including rising home prices and interest rates, too few homes for sale… → Read More
3 ways parents can help grown kids own a home
3 ways parents might be able to help responsible grown kids buy their first home. → Read More
Love That Home’s View? See How Much More You’ll Pay
A house with a fabulous view can be hard for a home buyer to resist. But seeing the mountains, water or city lights from the comfort of home comes at… → Read More
Seattle DJC.com local business news and data
March 29, 2018 Here's how much more you'll pay for that view A house with a fabulous view can be hard for a homebuyer to resist. But seeing the mountains, water or city lights from the comfort of home comes at a price. The hazy part is figuring out what that added cost is — and whether it's worth it. That's where real estate appraisers and analysts who study home values can help, even though… → Read More
6 easy ways to improve your home’s curb appeal
These quick, budget-minded projects will improve your home’s appearance for potential buyers. → Read More
The latest home design trends are going to the dogs
Designers are adding dog parks, dog concierges, dog elevators, and more to make sure dogs feel right at home. → Read More
Easy home touch-ups to bring all the buyers to your yard
These six quick, budget-minded projects help boost your home’s curb appeal. → Read More
The 15-year mortgage: Pros and cons of this home loan option
To make a 15-year mortgage work, you’ll need a reliable income and enough money left after your monthly payment to cover expenses, savings and emergencies. → Read More
6 ways to build your home equity (and savings) faster
To speed up the growth of equity, you’ve got two main tools: Increase the home’s value or reduce the mortgage debt. Or both. Here are six tips to help you build home equity. → Read More
6 Ways to Build Your Home Equity (and Savings) Faster
A home purchase brings together so many things under one roof: dreams, shelter, status, maybe a passport to better schools and neighborhoods. And one. → Read More
8 ways to reduce closing costs on your new home
Closing fees run between 3% and 6% of the mortgage. Cutting these costs even a little could help a lot. → Read More
Requirements for a Home Equity Loan and HELOC
To borrow on your home you'll need enough equity, a good credit score and debt-to-income ratio and a track record of paying your bills on time. → Read More
Buying a home? Strategies for lowering your closing costs
The bill for closing costs is the final hurdle between home buyers and their new homes, and it can represent a surprising chunk of money. → Read More