During the month of February there were 32. [10 homes less than January and a decline from December too.] homes that sold in Port Orchard.   These Port Orchard homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I’s were dotted and the T’s crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner’s name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let’s look at those 32 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $ $241,177 [$245,351 January]
• $126 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $227,483 [$239,603 January]
• $119 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 32 Port Orchard homes was 1907 sq ft. These homes spent an average of 102 days on the market (DOM) [50 less than January - price is the key].

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 94.32  percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 94.32 of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. Prices are down, interest rates are at an all time low and with the incentives from the government you might want to look at what it means to you.  In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit – CREDIT!  NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

It is finally official. The hombuyer’s tax credit has been extended to April 30, 2010

So what can $6,500 really do? Incentive for “step-up” buyers

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market – everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

So what is the absorption rate at this point in time?  Check here for the definition of absorption rates – Absorption Rates

Using the formula and only including active and contingent homes on the market the absorption rate for January would be 12.78  months, up from 8.9 in January.  There are 410 homes currently on the market – ouch!  We had been down to 6 months in the last quarter of 2009.  Of course remember we are looking at a trend, so as we go through 2010 we will get a better picture.  Spring is almost here and the tax credit is going to expire in April - I hope this spurs the market!

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

“Statistics not compiled or published by NWMLS.”  Equal Opportunity Housing All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed."

During the month of January there were 42. [only 7 homes less than December] homes that sold in Port Orchard.   These Port Orchard homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I’s were dotted and the T’s crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner’s name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let’s look at those 42 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $245,351 [$275,956 December]
• $126 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $239,603 [$270,345 December]
• $123 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 42 Port Orchard homes was 1991 sq ft. These homes spent an average of 152 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 97.65  percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 97.65% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. Prices are down, interest rates are at an all time low and with the incentives from the government you might want to look at what it means to you.  In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit – CREDIT!  NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

It is finally official. The hombuyer’s tax credit has been extended to April 30, 2010

So what can $6,500 really do? Incentive for “step-up” buyers

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market – everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

So what is the absorption rate at this point in time?  Check here for the definition of absorption rates – Absorption Rates

Using the formula and only including active and contingent homes on the market the absorption rate for January would be 8.9 months – ouch! We had been down to 6 months in the last quarter of 2009.  Of course remember we are looking at a trend, so as we go through 2010 we will get a better picture.  Hopefully, low number of closings in January is not a trend.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

“Statistics not compiled or published by NWMLS.”  Equal Opportunity Housing All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.”

During the month of December there were 49. [21 homes less than November] homes that sold in Port Orchard.   These Port Orchard homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let's look at those 49 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $275,956 [$234,494 November]
  
• $143 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $270,345 [$230,928 November]
  
• $140per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 49 Port Orchard homes was 2052 sq ft. These homes spent an average of 155 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 97.96  percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 97.96% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. The market is still under correction and there are several homes listed under $200,000.  In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

It is finally official. The homebuyers' tax credit has been extended to April 30, 2010.

So what can $6,500 really do? Incentive for “step-up” buyers will begin on December 1 of this year.

• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Who is Eligible in Kitsap County
• It's Official - 1st Time Homebuyers Receive $8,000 Tax Credit Windfall!
• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Want your money Now?

Check out some of Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data here - Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data FYI

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

Port Orchard Real Estate 2009 Market Reports

• Port Orchard Real Estate | February Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | March Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | April Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | May Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | June Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | July Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | August Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | September Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | October Homes SOLD
• Port Orchard Real Estate | November Homes SOLD

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During the month of November there were 70 (^2) homes that sold in Port Orchard. This is 2 more homes than in October.  These Port Orchard homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let's look at those 70 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $234,494
  
• $136 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $230,928
  
• $134 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 70 Port Orchard homes was 1771 sq ft. These homes spent an average of113 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 98.48 percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 98.48% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. The market is still under correction and there are several homes listed under $200,000.  In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

It is finally official. The homebuyers' tax credit has been extended to April 30, 2010.

So what can $6,500 really do? Incentive for “step-up” buyers will begin on December 1 of this year.

• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Who is Eligible in Kitsap County
• It's Official - 1st Time Homebuyers Receive $8,000 Tax Credit Windfall!
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Check out some of Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data here - Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data FYI

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

Port Orchard Real Estate 2009 Market Reports

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“Statistics not compiled or published by NWMLS.” Equal Opportunity Housing All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed

During the month of October there were 68 homes that sold in Port Orchard. This is 8 more homes than in September.  These Port Orchard homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let's look at those 68 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $250,706
  
• $136 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $245,556
  
• $133 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 68 Port Orchard homes was 1921 sq ft. These homes spent an average of138 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 97.95 percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 97.95% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. The market is still under correction and there are several homes listed under $200,000. Over the next couple of days we should know if the $8,000 tax credit will be extented and if it will include other buyers.  Check out the information and bookmark so once I can post the information you will get it quick.  In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

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Check out some of Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data here - Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data FYI

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

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“Statistics not compiled or published by NWMLS.” Equal Opportunity Housing All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed

During the month of September there were 60 homes that sold in Port Orchard. These Port Orchard homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let's look at those 60 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $243,127
  
• $155 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $236,000
  
• $149 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 60 Port Orchard homes was 1804 sq ft. These homes spent an average of 97 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 97.07 percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 97.07% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. The market is still under correction and there are several homes listed under $200,000. In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

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• It's Official - 1st Time Homebuyers Receive $8,000 Tax Credit Windfall!
• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Want your money Now?

Check out some of Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data here - Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data FYI

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

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“Statistics not compiled or published by NWMLS.” Equal Opportunity Housing All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed

During the month of August there were 77 homes that sold in Port Orchard. (up from 68 in July) These Port Orchard homes actually had a transfer of home ownership. Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages. Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site. There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let's look at those 77 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $251,824
  
• $140 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $250,568
  
• $139 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 77 Port Orchard homes was 1798 sq ft. These homes spent an average of 150 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 99.50 percent. What that meas is that buyers offered 99.50% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington. The market is still under correction and there are several homes listed under $200,000. In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

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Check out some of Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data here - Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data FYI

What do these numbers mean? Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation. I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds. I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful.

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

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“Statistics not compiled or published by NWMLS.” Equal Opportunity Housing All information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed

During the month of July there were 68  homes that sold in Port Orchard.  These Port Orchard  homes actually had a transfer of home ownership.  Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages.  Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site.  There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let's look at those 68  Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $252,099
  
• $139 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $245,344
  
• $135 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 90 Port Orchard homes was 1897 sq ft.  These homes spent an average of 165 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 97.32 percent.  What that meas is that buyers offered 97.32% of what the seller requested.

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington.  The market is still under correction and there are several homes listed under $200,000.  In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

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What do these numbers mean?  Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation.  I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds.  I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful. 

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

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Virtual Shopping Shout Out | West Sound Landscaping Port Orchard WA | Gravel

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I love to shop online! I think it stems from commuting for several years from South King County to Redmond and being in my car for several hours during the day. Or, it might be because I spent the late 1970's and early 1980's living in a very small town in Eastern Washington and had to either drive several hours to Wenatchee or the Tri-Cities, so if I can shop online I WILL.

Shopping for some items online - or virtually is something that is very attractive to lots of DIY'ers!  I like nothing more than calling up a company - getting a bid and placing an order without entering the physical storefront.  I have met several local area businesses this way. 

One is - WEST SOUND LANDSCAPING in Port Orchard WA.  I was looking for gravel and I really didn't want to go to all of the local landscape yards so I started to ask around.  This business came from a gravel company in Port Orchard that doesn't deliver small amounts.  So you could say it was a referral.  I had done my research on what type of gravel I needed so that when I called I was able to speak with the order desk with some kind of knowledge. 

This was easy! Awesome phone customer service. Awesome delivery communication and awesome delivery customer service.

Because of the service I received I have passed along this company's information to several of my new homeowners.  I would use this company again in a heartbeat!

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The Ridge at McCormick Woods

McCormick Woods in Port Orchard is one of the Puget Sound's successful master planned communities.  Built around an 18-hole golf course with clubhouse and restaurant there are parks, open space, ponds, wetlands and a highly used by residence trail system. In just a short two year span the community is home to hundreds of West Puget Sound friends and families.

One of the new-home construction communities in the building process is the neighborhood called "The Ridge" or "The Ridge at McCormick Woods".  This new home community is being built by one of Washington's best builders Quadrant Homes.

The Ridge at McCormick Woods Homes For Sale NOW

Currently there are 5 homes listed in the NWMLS available for sale as pre-sales.  Division II is almost sold out!  These 5 homes range in price from $220,900 to $327,400 with an average list price of $250,000.  These homes have an amazing average square foot of 2342 - that is just over $110 per square foot which is amazing!  Quadrant usually has some type of buyer bonus so if you want to know what it is give me an call or email me and I will pass the information on to you!

I have had the pleasure to meet the site staff and to review the product and amenities.

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Sunnyslope Elementary

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So, is it a good time to buy real estate in the Bremerton, Silverdale, Port Orchard area of Kitsap County?  The question isn't as easy to answer as you may think.  Do you wait for the "bottom out"? How will you know when we hit bottom?  Do you chance waiting and then find yourself buying on the "upswing"? These are all very important questions and questions that many real estate experts are trying to answer for their buyers.  

Right now I don't think that any real estate professional can really give the perfect advice.  You see we have all the data but it is all really new data. The trends have changed, the market has changed and we have had to really study and become involved with market data more so than a few years ago. 

There are times when I am out showing a home and answering questions and I have said, "I don't know".  Buyers want to know what they can "get". Well, everyday there are strange things happening so the "get" part is a mystery.  I tell my buyers what others have "got" and really some have "got a lot" and some have not.

Just like real estate is local and "one size doesn't fit all" the same holds true for buyers. This may be the perfect time for you to buy and it may not.  What we need to do is find out what is best for you. That is why you need a real estate agent that will help you buy a home and not just sell you a home. There is a difference. Call me and we can discuss that in more detail.

Does a buyer's market mean you can "low ball" or ask for a ton of concessions? The answer is  - not really.  Within a "buyer's market" we sometimes find a "seller's market" in certain areas or price ranges.  So we need to still do our research which will include a comparative analysis of homes when we find the home you want to write a purchase and sell agreement on. 

Being a buyer's market you now have the opportunity to take some time, do some research and relax a little.  We are not going to see as many multiple offers, we are going to be able to ask for some concessions like closing costs, home warranty plan, appliances - there is some room for flexibility because the seller knows the buyer pool is a little on the low side. 

As a buyer you still must realize that the seller has goals too and some might even be offended if you offer a lower price.  But don't worry through the research process we will know how to overcome this objection with evidence we have gathered with our comparative analysis. 

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Kitsap Real Estate FYI

• Kitsap County | Pending Sales | What a week
• Bremerton Real Estate | New Construction Homes
• Kitsap County Home Buyer's | Closing Costs Paid by Seller

Here is the clip from Port Orchard.  Did you attend a "Tea Party" today?  I was unable to attend but was there in spirit.  I really don't mind paying taxes for the services we are provided but I do mind paying taxes when the government just can't get a handle on spending. My family has had to tighten our budget and so should the country. 

I am just so frustrated by the lack of respect that DC has for MainStreet!

So, is it a good time to buy real estate in the Bremerton, Silverdale, Port Orchard area of Kitsap County?  The question isn't as easy to answer as you may think.  Do you wait for the "bottom out"? How will you know when we hit bottom?  Do you chance waiting and then find yourself buying on the "upswing"? These are all very important questions and questions that many real estate experts are trying to answer for their buyers.  

Right now I don't think that any real estate professional can really give the perfect advice.  You see we have all the data but it is all really new data. The trends have changed, the market has changed and we have had to really study and become involved with market data more so than a few years ago. 

There are times when I am out showing a home and answering questions and I have said, "I don't know".  Buyers want to know what they can "get". Well, everyday there are strange things happening so the "get" part is a mystery.  I tell my buyers what others have "got" and really some have "got a lot" and some have not.

Just like real estate is local and "one size doesn't fit all" the same holds true for buyers. This may be the perfect time for you to buy and it may not.  What we need to do is find out what is best for you. That is why you need a real estate agent that will help you buy a home and not just sell you a home. There is a difference. Call me and we can discuss that in more detail.

Does a buyer's market mean you can "low ball" or ask for a ton of concessions? The answer is  - not really.  Within a "buyer's market" we sometimes find a "seller's market" in certain areas or price ranges.  So we need to still do our research which will include a comparative analysis of homes when we find the home you want to write a purchase and sell agreement on. 

Being a buyer's market you now have the opportunity to take some time, do some research and relax a little.  We are not going to see as many multiple offers, we are going to be able to ask for some concessions like closing costs, home warranty plan, appliances - there is some room for flexibility because the seller knows the buyer pool is a little on the low side. 

As a buyer you still must realize that the seller has goals too and some might even be offended if you offer a lower price.  But don't worry through the research process we will know how to overcome this objection with evidence we have gathered with our comparative analysis. 

Posts of Interest

First Time Homebuyer

• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Who is Eligible in Kitsap County
• It's Official - 1st Time Homebuyers Receive $8,000 Tax Credit Windfall!
• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Want your money Now?

Kitsap Area Real Estate Market Stats

• Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data 2007 vs 2008
• Bremerton Real Estate Market Data 2007 vs 2008
• Silverdale Real Estate Market Data 2007 vs 2008
• Port Orchard Real Estate Market Data 2007 vs 2008

Kitsap Real Estate FYI

• Kitsap County | Pending Sales | What a week
• Bremerton Real Estate | New Construction Homes
• Kitsap County Home Buyer's | Closing Costs Paid by Seller

If you live in Kitsap County or Anchorage, Alaska you know this dude!

That Mattress Ranch Guy: A Goofball on TV Ads, but a Smart Businessman

Here is the article the Kitsap Sun posted yesterday. I have always thought about writing about the Mattress Ranch but since I have never purchased a product there I hadn't. For some reason I have been thinking a lot about Ted Sadtler and his crazy commercials lately. You see I first heard/saw these on my first trip to Anchorage, Alaska.

My husband is stationed there and so we have a home there too. I thought this guy was crazy! and then I realized what an amazing advertising presence he had. I had no idea that there were stores in Kitsap County. After I flew back to Bremerton from Alaska where we have a home that we had just bought a couple of months prior I was alone in my home office with the TV on in the living room and I heard the commercial! I thought I was hearing things because I wasn't in Anchorage I was in Bremerton. I ran to the living room and there he was dancing away! I almost cried - it reminded me of my husband and our new home in Anchorage.

This past weekend up in Anchorage my husband was doing the Fur Rondy and I made sure he was taking pictures for me because I had to miss it this year because of business. Here is my favorite - its my husband and Ted Sadtler in downtown Anchorage at the Fur Rondy!

During the month of February there were 32 homes that sold in Port Orchard.  These Port Orchard  homes actually had a transfer of home ownership.  Contracts complete and Lender funds available the home buyer and seller signed all of their documents as escrow prepared the closing packages.  Once all the I's were dotted and the T's crossed there where deeds recorded at the Kitsap County courthouse that transferred the property into the new home owner's name!

If you want to learn more about how we transfer property in Washington State a really great site to visit is the Escrow Association of Washington site.  There you can find definitions and explanations of the home buying process for Port Orchard Washington.

Let's look at those 32 Port Orchard homes -

Average List Price

• $210,904
• $135 per sq ft

Average Sold Price

• $210,376
• $135 per sq ft

The average sq ft of these 32 Port Orchard homes was 1585 sq ft.  These homes spent an average of 138 days on the market (DOM).

The list to sale ratio for these homes was 99.75 percent.  What that meas is that buyers offered 99.75% of what the seller requested.  So the average list price home of $210,904 would have received an offer from a buyer of $210.376. Wow! almost full price in Port Orchard!

Not a bad time to purchase a home in Port Orchard, Washington.  In fact it is a great time if you are a 1st time home buyer and qualify for the $8,000 tax credit - CREDIT! NOT loan! Read the information I have written about the program here

• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Who is Eligible in Kitsap County
• It's Official - 1st Time Homebuyers Receive $8,000 Tax Credit Windfall!
• $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit | Want your money Now?

Check out some of Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data here - Kitsap County Real Estate Market Data FYI

What do these numbers mean?  Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell. It all depends on your individual situation.  I would rather buy in a buyers market and I would rather sell in a buyers market if I have to buy another home with the proceeds.  I am a fan of the NORMAL market - everyone can feel more comfortable and real estate transactions are not as stressful. 

If you would like to find out the value of your home please feel free to contact me via phone or email. I would be more than happy to supply you with a FREE Market Analysis.

If you would like to purchase a home in the Kitsap County Real Estate Area please give me a call or contact me via email. We can discuss your future plans and I can set you up on an email campaign to receive the hot new listings quicker than YOU can find them.

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I want you to click on the photo of the CNN page to read the information about the new 1^st Time Homebuyer Tax Credit. This is awesome news for 1^st time homebuyers in the Kitsap County real estate market!

Are you sitting on the fence? Have you read the many horror stories across the nation? Well, remember real estate is local and here in the Kitsap County area we are in an amazing buyer’s market. It just might be the perfect time for you to purchase a home if you are a First-Time Home Buyer. Here is a nudge to get you into the housing market.

Read the article and make sure to read the scenario’s that CNN has listed

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Final score: $8,000 for homebuyers

First-time purchasers get a tax credit windfall if they buy before December.

By Les Christie, CNNMoney.com staff writer

Last Updated: February 17, 2009: 12:13 PM ET

Scenario 1: Your final tax liability is normally $6,000. You’ve had taxes withheld from every paycheck and at the end of the year you’ve paid Uncle Sam $6,000. Since you’ve already paid him all you owe, you get the entire $8,000 tax credit as a refund check.

Scenario 2: Your final tax liability is $6,000, but you’ve overpaid by $1,000 through your payroll withholding. Normally you would get a $1,000 refund check. In this scenario, you get $9,000, the $8,000 credit plus the $1,000 you overpaid.

Scenario 3: Your final tax liability is $6,000, but you’ve underpaid through your payroll withholding by $1,000. Normally, you would have to write the IRS a $1,000 check. This time, the first $1,000 of the tax credit pays your bill, and you get the remaining $7,000 as a refund.

To qualify for the credit, the purchase must be made between Jan. 1, 2009 and Nov. 30, 2009. Buyers may not have owned a home for the past three years to qualify as “first time” buyer. They must also live in the house for at least three years, or they will be obligated to pay back the credit.

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If this sounds interesting to you why not give me a call so we can discuss it in more detail and I can get you in touch with one of my local lenders. I do not want you to think I am an expert in this area but I do have a network of mortgage lenders that are. You might also want to discuss this with your CPA. I am not allowed to practice law or give tax advice.

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