This enchanting Lake Washington waterfront property is unique: no dock and all the worries that go along with that! Imagine a quiet, peaceful paddle on a perfect evening, no motor noise. Just you and your  fleet of kayaks, canoes or sunfish sailboats.

https://seattlehomesandliving.com/listing/WA/Lake-Forest-Park/17350-Beach-Dr-Ne-98155/15534043

The NWMLS reports that low inventory and low, low interest rates continue to spark buyer compettition in popular in-city areas close to job hubs. "The volume of closed sales increased more than 20 percent, topping the 6,000 mark for the first time since September 2007." Median prices for King and Snohomish counties are also up. (Data based on NWMLS/July 5th, 2012)

http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20120502_rateupdate.htm

How’s this for some good news…

http://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/search?q=home+sale+prices&gosearch=&db=&de=&s=&l=

http://apps.leg.wa.gov/billinfo/summary.aspx?bill=2614

Limiting deficiency judgments pertaining to residual debts following short sales of owner-occupied residential property secured by deeds of trust.
Revised for 1st Substitute: Limiting deficiency judgments pertaining to residual debts following short sales of owner-occupied residential property secured by deeds of trust. (REVISED FOR PASSED LEGISLATURE: Assisting homeowners in crisis by providing alternatives, remedies, and assistance. )

According to a Press Release issued by HUD, FHA rates are said to increase. Another reason to purchase now and take advantage of more purchasing power before the increases take effect.

For more information, follow the link:

http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/press/press_releases_media_advisories/2012/HUDNo.12-037

Seattle remains a popular spot…

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/realestate/2017527789_realbrownbox19.html

The electronic tolls are coming this month! Check out these links for more info and purchase options for stickers.

http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Tolling/520/

Purchase the popular $5 sticker pass at participating Safeway, Costco, QFC or Fred Meyer stores then activate it online. Visit www.wsdot.wa.gov/goodtogo/retail for a list of retail locations.

· Buy any of five pass options online at GoodToGo520.org.

· Visit a full service Customer Service Center or a Mobile Customer Service Center. Find locations and hours at www.wsdot.wa.gov/goodtogo/contacts.htm.

Today’s real estate market offers plenty of opportunity.