Monday, July 30, 2007

Updated Real Estate Market Statistics (As of July 30th, 2007)

King County (Washington State)
Single Family Homes
Average Days on Market: 60 Days
Inventory of Active Listings: 8810 Active Listings
Average List Price: $701,296
Average Sale Price: $791,424

Condominiums
Average Days on Market: 55 Days
Inventory of Active Listings: 3,000 Active Listings
Average List Price: $450,524
Average Sale Price: $350,028

Note: For King County only, stats do not include manufactured homes or unfinished new construction.

MLS Area 350 (Renton Highlands)
Single Family Homes
Average Days on Market: 79 Days (Up From 78 Days Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 398 Active Listings (Down from 404 Last Week)
Average List Price: $500,894 (Up from $500,169 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $472,962 (Up From $472,776 Last Week)

Condominiums
Average Days on Market: 35 Days (Down from 36 Days Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 51 Active Listings (Up from 41 Last Week)
Average List Price: $243,662 (Down from $247,093 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $237,550 (Down from $238,976 Last Week)

MLS Area 500 (Newcastle & South Bellevue)
Single Family Homes
Average Days on Market: 75 Days (No Change from Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 487 Active Listings (Up from 485 Last Week)
Average List Price: $896,833 (Down from $897,685 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $769,599 (Up from $765,153 Last Week)

Condominiums
Average Days on Market: 44 Days (Up from 42 Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 108 Active Listings (Up from 101 Last Week)Average List Price: $350,653 (Down from $350,978 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $334,861 (Down from $335,153 Last Week)

If you are interested in statistical information for an area not covered here, please respond to this post to let me know and I will follow up with the statistics specific to your area of interest. You are also welcome to visit my website at www.davidjedwards.com where you can access my Market Snapshot research tool found on the left side of the homepage.

I generated these statistics using the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. These statistics were not compiled or published by the Northwest Multiple Listing Service.

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Friday, July 27, 2007

Pacific Northwest Events Calendar - Updated 07/27/07!

Summer in the beautiful Pacific Northwest highlights our one-of-a-kind calendar of seasonal festivities and outdoor events that define Pacific Northwest living.

The opportunity to enjoy a vast array of moon lit music, animated entertainment, fairs and festivals with fresh foods and art have become part of the subtle allure for living in the Pacific Northwest.

I have updated my Local Community Events Calendar found online at http://www.davidjedwards.com/area-events-calendar.asp.

If you have something you would like to see added to the calendar, please submit your request by responding to this post with a comment. Please limit your event postings to those taking place in Washington’s King, Pierce, Snohomish or Kitsap counties.

Have a great weekend.

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Thursday, July 26, 2007

Open House on July 29, 2007 at 680 Dayton Ave NE


On July 22, 2007 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, you are invited to an Open House at 680 Dayton Ave NE in Renton 98056.



If you are looking for a Single-family home in this area, don’t miss your rare opportunity to visit this magnificent property. For a preview of this Single-family property, check out my site at http://www.davidjedwards.com/.



This fully remodeled charmer in the Renton Highlands boasts 3 beautiful bedrooms and 1 fully updated bathroom. It’s a brick house on a corner lot in a pleasant neighborhood with easy access to 405 without the noise! As the owner of this home, you’ll enjoy new kitchen cabinets, tile floors, counters and appliances. This home has new carpet and a freshly painted interior that has been finished with new molding throughout. The bathroom has been fully remodeled and the yard has been landscaped and upgraded with a new fence. There is RV parking and an enclosed one car garage with shop space. A 1 Year American Home Shield Home Warranty is included!




http://www.davidjedwards.com/featured-listings.asp
Virtual Tour: http://www.flyinside.com/tour.php?id=13492
Property Specific Website: http://www.680daytonavene.com/
Video on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llO3kPJY-oI

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or wish to schedule a private showing.

Have a great day!

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com/
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.


Tuesday, July 24, 2007

How to keep a con-artist "contractor" out of the house

Warm weather is when the pests come out -- the kind who try to rip you off on home improvements, that is.

Transient con artists often solicit customers door to door, do shoddy or incomplete work and then skip town with the money when the authorities move in.

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry cautions homeowners to be skeptical of anyone who comes to the door unsolicited or uses high-pressure sales tactics.

Be suspicious of contractors who say they've just finished work on a neighbor's house and have just enough materials to do repair work on yours.

Other red flags: The person requests full payment before completing the work, gives you a post-office box without a street address or phone number or promises to do the work faster and more cheaply than any other company.

To avoid scams, NARI recommends you do the following when hiring a contractor:

-Get the name and address of the company.

-Get all details of the offer in writing, and review it carefully. Be sure that you understand everything in the contract and that any promises made orally are included.

-Find out how long the company has been in business. The Better Business Bureau (www.thebbb.org or 206-431-2222) can be a useful resource.

-Call trade organizations with which the company is affiliated to determine its legitimacy.

- Ask for references, and contact each.

- Check with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries www.lni.wa.gov/tradeslicensing/contractors to make sure a contractor is registered with a bond and insured.

By Mary Beth Breckenridge
Akron Beacon Journal

Seattle Times staff contributed to this report. For more tips on home repairs, see "Guide to contractors: Finding a good one, work tips and problem-solving" at http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/living/


David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Friday, July 20, 2007

Charity Spotlight: Big Brothers Big Sisters

Charity Spotlight: Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers was started in Seattle in 1957, and Big Sisters was started in 1973. In 1999, the two agencies merged. The branch that serves King, Pierce and Jefferson counties is based in Seattle.

Mission: The agency matches and provides support for adult volunteers and children to build one-on-one mentoring relationships.

Programs: The community-based program, one of the best-known Big Brothers Big Sisters programs, brings mentors and children ages 7 to 16 together two to four times a month for activities and outings. A school-based program targets the academic and social skills of children by bringing mentors and children 7 to 16 together for one hour a week on elementary, junior-high and high-school campuses. A separate program serves children 4 to 16 who have incarcerated parents. Big Brothers Big Sisters works with local jails and prisons to find family-friendly activities that include the child, the incarcerated parent and mentors.

Requirements: All volunteers must commit to at least one year as a mentor and must pass an extensive screening process, which requires three references, an in-person interview and a background check.

For more information visit: http://www.bbbs.org/pugetsound or call 877-700-2447. This information was originally printed in the Seattle Times on Sunday July 8th 2007.

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Pacific Northwest Events Calendar – Updated 07/20/2007!

Summer in the beautiful Pacific Northwest highlights our one-of-a-kind calendar of seasonal festivities and outdoor events that define Pacific Northwest living.

The opportunity to enjoy a vast array of moon lit music, animated entertainment, fairs and festivals with fresh foods and art have become part of the subtle allure for living in the Pacific Northwest.

I have updated my Local Community Events Calendar found online at http://www.davidjedwards.com/area-events-calendar.asp.

If you have something you would like to see added to the calendar, please submit your request by responding to this post with a comment. Please limit your event postings to those taking place in Washington’s King, Pierce, Snohomish or Kitsap counties.

Have a great weekend.

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Thursday, July 19, 2007

Open House on July 22, 2007 at 680 Dayton Ave NE


On Sunday July 22, 2007 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, you are invited to an Open House at 680 Dayton Ave NE in Renton 98056.

If you are looking for a Single-family home in this area, don’t miss your rare opportunity to visit this magnificent property. For a preview of this Single-family property, check out my site at www.davidjedwards.com.

This fully remodeled charmer in the Renton Highlands boasts 3 beautiful bedrooms and 1 fully updated bathroom. It’s a brick house on a corner lot in a pleasant neighborhood with easy access to 405 without the noise! As the owner of this home, you’ll enjoy new kitchen cabinets, tile floors, counters and appliances. This home has new carpet and a freshly painted interior that has been finished with new molding throughout. The bathroom has been fully remodeled and the yard has been landscaped and upgraded with a new fence. There is RV parking and an enclosed one car garage with shop space. A 1 Year American Home Shield Home Warranty is included!




http://www.davidjedwards.com/featured-listings.asp
Virtual Tour: http://www.flyinside.com/tour.php?id=13492
Property Specific Website: www.680DaytonAveNE.com
Video on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llO3kPJY-oI

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or wish to schedule a private showing.

Have a great day!

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.


Tuesday, July 17, 2007

Just Listed! Fully Remodeled 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Charmer $329,999


Just Listed!

Come home to this fully remodeled charmer in the Renton Highlands! It's a beautiful 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom brick house on a corner lot in a pleasant neighborhood with easy access to 405 without the noise! Enjoy new kitchen cabinets, tile floors, counters and appliances. This home has new carpet and a freshly painted interior that has been finished with new molding throughout. The bathroom has been fully remodeled and the yard has been landscaped and upgraded with a new fence. Enjoy RV parking and an enclosed one car garage with shop space. 1 Year American Home Shield Home Warranty is included!



http://www.davidjedwards.com/featured-listings.asp
Virtual Tour: http://www.flyinside.com/tour.php?id=13492
Property Specific Website: http://www.680daytonavene.com/
Video on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llO3kPJY-oI

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com/
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp
David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Monday, July 16, 2007

Updated Real Estate Market Statistics - July 16th 2007

Updated Real Estate Market Statistics (As of July 16th, 2007)

Area 350 (Renton Highlands)

Single Family Homes
Average Days on Market: 78 Days (Down from 79 Days Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 395 Active Listings (Up from 380 Last Week)
Average List Price: $502,014 (Down from $503,757 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $474,074 (Up from $472,596 Last Week)

Condominiums
Average Days on Market: 33 Days (Up from 35 Days Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 43 Active Listings (Down from 46 Last Week)
Average List Price: $246,716 (Down from $246,747 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $239,838 (Up from $238,307 Last Week)


Area 500 (Newcastle & South Bellevue)

Single Family Homes
Average Days on Market: 74 Days (No Change from Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 474 Active Listings (Up from 470 Last Week)
Average List Price: $899,878 (Down from $905,414 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $763,141 (Down from $763,885 Last Week)

Condominiums
Average Days on Market: 43 Days (Up from 42 Last Week)
Inventory of Active Listings: 89 Active Listings (Down from 92 Last Week)
Average List Price: $352,646 (Up from $351,293 Last Week)
Average Sale Price: $334,403 (Down from $334,797 Last Week)

If you are interested in statistical information for an area not covered here, please respond to this post to let me know and I will follow up with the statistics specific to your area of interest. You are also welcome to visit my website at www.davidjedwards.com where you can access my Market Snapshot research tool found on the left side of the homepage.

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Friday, July 13, 2007

Pacific Northwest Event Calendar - Updated!

I have updated my Local Community Events Calendar found online at http://www.davidjedwards.com/area-events-calendar.asp.

If you have something you would like to see added to the calendar, please submit your request by responding to this post with a comment. Please limit your event postings to those taking place in Washington’s King, Pierce, Snohomish or Kitsap counties. Have a great weekend.

Best Regards!

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com

Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp
David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Thursday, July 12, 2007

Open House on July 15, 2007 at 4610 NE 5th Place


On July 15, 2007 between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM, you are invited to an Open House at 4610 NE 5th Place in the Orchards Community of Cherry Tree Lane (Renton 98059).

If you are looking for a Single-family home in this area, don’t miss this rare opportunity to visit a magnificent property.

For a preview of this Single-family home in Cherry Tree Lane at The Orchards, check out my site at http://www.davidjedwards.com./

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or wish to schedule a private showing.



David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com/
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Friday, July 6, 2007

Pacific Northwest Event Calendar - Updated!

I have updated my Local Community Events Calendar found online at http://www.davidjedwards.com/area-events-calendar.asp.

If you have something you would like to see added to the calendar, please submit your request by responding to this post with a comment. Please limit your event postings to those taking place in Washington's King, Pierce, Snohomish or Kitsap counties. Have a great weekend.

Best Regards!

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Wednesday, July 4, 2007

Now Hiring

At Keller Williams Realty, we like to think we stand out from other real estate firms in many ways, but these areas in particular define Keller Williams Realty as an industry innovator and leader: Culture, Education, Profit Share, and Technology.

We are a company built and shaped by talented, driven real estate professionals who know the value of having a great career, accomplished colleagues, work-life balance, and a reputation for being the best in the business.

We focus on helping associates realize their fullest potential. You will find opportunities for growth, support for achieving your objectives and a true sense of family and belonging.
Your success is our goal.... Make today the day you begin the next fulfilling chapter in your life and career.

Job Title: Real Estate Agent
Company: Keller Williams Southeast Sound
Location: Renton, WA
Job ID: 0001
Salary: Commission
Job Location: Northwest Region

Job Description: Keller Williams Realty is one of the most innovative real estate companies in real estate today. Find out how you can be a part of it. The real estate agents we empower today will shape the real estate industry of tomorrow.

Keller Williams Southeast Sound is seeking both experienced and new sales associates to join our team. Our training will get you started or take you to a higher level of earnings.

Request More Information: david@davidjedwards.com or 425-890-8045


Job Title: Team Leader
Company: Keller Williams Bothell
Location: Bothell, WA
Job ID: 0002
Salary: Job
Location: Northwest Region

Job Description: Keller Williams Bothell is looking for a motivated individual with a leadership attitude to serve as Team Leader.

Candidate will be expected to inspire the associate leadership council, staff and agents throughout the launch phase of the new market center and beyond.

Relationship building will be a large part of this position. Candidate must be an independent thinking, trustworthy individual who thrives in a great team environment. Excellent administrative skills are a must. Candidate must be able to multi-task and should be detail oriented.

Request More Information: david@davidjedwards.com or 425-890-8045


David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Monday, July 2, 2007

Updated Real Estate Market Statistics (As of July 2nd, 2007)

Area 350 (Renton Highlands)

Single Family Homes
Average Days on Market: 79 Days
Inventory: 386 Active Listings
Average List Price: $502,348
Average Sale Price: $473,310

Condominiums
Average Days on Market: 35 Days
Inventory: 41 Active Listings
Average List Price: $246,107
Average Sale Price: $236,289


Area 500 (Newcastle & South Bellevue)

Single Family Homes
Average Days on Market: 74 Days
Inventory: 460 Active Listings
Average List Price: $914,627
Average Sale Price: $766,628

Condominiums
Average Days on Market: 42 Days
Inventory: 92 Active Listings
Average List Price: $351,254
Average Sale Price: $334,948

If you are interested in statistical information not covered here, please respond to this post to let me know. You are also welcome to visit my website at www.davidjedwards.com where you can access my Market Snapshot research tool found on the left side of the homepage.

David Edwards
REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone: 425-890-8045
E-Mail: david@davidjedwards.com
Website: http://www.davidjedwards.com
Blogsite: http://www.davidjedwards.com/renton-info-blog.asp

David J Edwards is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington’s Renton Highlands, Newcastle and South Bellevue.