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Listings Puyallup Investment Opportunity Awaits! 1-Acre Property Offers 2 Homes & Abundant Potential Tucked away in the Summit area of Puyallup, this 1-acre property presents a thoroughly unique opportunity. This Pierce County property features 2 separate homes, offering a flexible living situation whether you need space for a live-in loved one, a guest house, or a potential rental. In addition to having abundant space, this residence is brimming […]
Other Charming 3-Bedroom, 1.75-Bath Brick Rambler w/Exceptional Sound View in Burien Showcasing a captivating blend of vintage elements and modern convenience, this 2,600-square-foot rambler is move-in ready! In addition to 3 bedrooms and 1.75 baths, this home also features inviting living spaces (including a finished daylight basement), a fully remodeled kitchen, an attached garage, and an outdoor oasis, all with exceptional views of the shimmering Puget […]
Other Updated & Immaculate 3-Bedroom, 2.5-Bath Home on Large Corner Lot w/Park-Like Yard in Tacoma Surrounded by convenience and situated on a large 0.21-acre corner lot in Tacoma, this 2,372-square-foot home offers plenty of space to enjoy both inside and out! Showcasing thoughtful updates, timeless style, and lovingly maintained spaces, this home-sweet-home is ready for you to move right in and make it your own. In addition to 3 bedrooms, […]
Local Attractions Last week to experience the Washington State Fair in Puyallup Washington State Fair The first “Puyallup Valley Fair” was held October 4–6, 1900. Now held for 21 days in September, people from all over Washington State come to eat corn dogs, see animals, scream on rides and at concerts and buy a variety of fun items. 4-H Program at the Washington State Fair There’s so […]
Other Pet Safety During the Holiday Festivities Don’t forget your furry family members' safety…these are some great pet holiday tips. Most importantly, be careful with seasonal plants and decorations and avoid holiday food dangers.
Other Adopt don’t shop – rescue a dog or cat from your local pet shelter Are considering adding a pet to your home for the holidays? If so, think about adopting a dog or cat from your local pet shelter. There is a Metro Animal Services right by our office that Vickie and I work with to sponsor different animals throughout the year.
Other DIY Dog Ornaments for the Pet Lover This salt dough one is a classic and a great memory for you and your pup (click here). If you are crafty, these are some great holiday ornaments that can make pets part of the fun. From our classic Salt Dough Paw Print Ornament to the more humorous Pipe Cleaner Dog Ornament. Whatever ornament you do […]
Other 29 Great Christmas Gifts for Dog (and Cat and Bird!) Owners With the holidays right around the corner, many people are putting together their holiday shopping lists. There are tons of ideas out there for what to get pet parents, but here are a few to get you started.
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Home Buying How long do you plan to live in your home? When you bought your home, did you consider how long you planned on living there? Have you been there longer than you planned, either because you still love where you are at or maybe because moving is a hassle? According to the National Association of Realtors, the average length of time in a home from 1985 to 2008 was 6 years (with only two data points differing from that “magic” 6). However, something changed in 2008, and the average length of time in a home started increasing…the average from then to now is almost 9 years. So what happened?
Other It’s time to change those clocks again! We’ll “fall back” Sunday Nov 6th this year. This little extra sunlight in the morning comes at a cost…evenings get dark earlier. But never fear, your trusted Realtor with a flashlight is here! Just because it’s dark outside doesn’t mean that people aren’t still out house hunting. Buyers in Pierce County and surrounding areas are still out looking at homes during the day, after work, and on the weekends, just like the rest of the year. What does this mean for sellers? Turn your porch light on, keep walkways free of leaves (which can become slippery in our oh so wet weather), and take comfort in knowing that although there may be fewer buyers looking this time of year, the ones that are looking are committed to finding a place to buy.
Home Renovations Easy home updates without breaking the bank You’ve probably seen articles about what home renovations get the most bang for the buck. If not, here's a handy table. But what about those of us that are less handy, or less inclined to do a big remodel? There are still plenty of ways to spruce up your house without breaking the bank.
Home Selling For Sale by Owner? It may not be your best move. It’s time to sell your house. You’ve weighed the pros and cons and come to this big decision. But now you have to pick a real estate agent. “Wait!” you say. “I’ve gone on Zillow, it says my house is worth x amount of money. I’ll just put a sign in my yard and sell it myself. No need to pay a real estate agent when I can do it myself”. Did you know sellers actually net MORE money when they use a real estate agent? The National Association of Realtors does a comprehensive review of trends in buying and selling every year. Nine percent of buyers purchase a home from a sign in the yard, while 77% of buyers come from real estate agents and internet.
Local Attractions Pumpkin Patch fun in the South South An October classic is a visit to a pumpkin patch, but unless you drive by one, you may not realize how many options are in the South Sound area! We have a list of fun places to go. When my kids were younger, we went to Spooner Farms or Maris Farms for pumpkins and the corn mazes. Carving pumpkins, and drinking apple cider on the porch are still some of our fall traditions. I hope that you enjoy this changing season with your friends and family. If changing your address is in your future, I’d be glad to help.
Maintenance Home Maintenance Fall Checklist The leaves are changing (or simply falling), rain is in the forecast more often, and pumpkins fill fields and grocery stores. Before winter creeps in, there are a few home maintenance things you should check off your to do list! For our rainy falls, the first one (cleaning your gutters) is especially important!
Home Buying Positioning Your Home for Sale in the Current Market In a previous post, Understanding Market Reports for Single-Family Residential Homes, I talked about the difference between a sellers market and a buyers market. This is a great graph that shows a sellers market and buyers market in terms of supply and demand (on a national level). Please note, although Washington state is coded as a very strong buyer demand outpacing seller supply, this statistic is taking to account the entire state.
Home Buying Slaying home buying myths Check out the great graph that outlines average credit scores for different types of loans, average down payments, and the trend interest rates have taken through the decades. Call or email Cathy Morris, Windermere Pierce County Realtor 253-740-3531, if you have any questions!
Home Selling Why do I need a Home Inspection when selling? You’ve listed your property for sale with your Realtor, Cathy Morris. You’ve filled out the paperwork, staged the home for photos, and do your best to keep everything clean between showings. Then you get the desired call… “We have an offer on your property!” YAY! You go over the paperwork with Cathy and she explains that the buyers are asking for time to do a home inspection. You think to yourself, “If I agree, are they going to ask me to fix a bunch of things?”
Home Buying Understanding Market Reports for Single-Family Residential Homes On my webpage, under Resources, Market Reports, you’ll find a graph that looks like this…  What does it mean?  Some of it is self explanatory (the month/year is across the bottom, the number of homes is on the vertical axis). This graph uses data for residential homes only (no condos or vacant land). The light green […]
Home Buying Why do I need a Home Inspection? Buyers Edition You’ve looked at different properties with your Realtor, Cathy Morris, and you found one that is your perfect next home. YAY! Cathy advises you ask for time to do a home inspection (and explains that you’ll be the one paying for it). You think to yourself, “I didn’t see anything that looks concerning. Why […]
Home Buying Home Buying: Realty vs Realty TV Reality TV Show Myths vs. Real Life: I have friends that love watching all the house shows on HGTV. I think we all know that even “reality tv” isn’t quite reality. This article from Keeping Current Matters does a great job at outlining the differences in what you watch on TV and what you will […]

VICKIE JENNINGS & CATHY TORGERSON

REALTORS®, CRS, GRI SRES, MRP, E-PRO
Windermere Professional Partners
10919 Canyon Rd E
Puyallup, WA 98373

Vickie: (253) 229-9709
vickie@vickshomes.com

Cathy: (253) 740-3531
cathyt@windermere.com

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