Archive for May, 2008

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Midtown Station in Sumner

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For all of you new or old Sounder Commuters if you don’t already know Summers Best kept secret (says the Sumner/Lake Tapps Reporter) stop in and “Get Wired Awake or Wine’d Down at Midtown!” Kristi Kildare the owner of “Midtown Station” started out as a coffee bar.  About a year ago, she re-built and expanded into much more after realizing the need to service the daily customers wants and needs. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner.   All Lattes , regular coffee, desserts, muffins and wines in a nicely decorated cozy atmosphere.

You might just run into Rachel one of the Baristas at Midtown, you can’t miss her warm welcoming smile! Her friendly demeanor will surely make your day not to mention that great cup of java she makes! If you have some time, stop by even if your not waiting for the Sounder you won’t be sorry you did. For more information on Midtown Station, click here.

Meet Rachel the Barista, customer service with a smile!

Until we meet again~

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07

Sumner Sounder Station

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Sumner, a small town with lots of old historic charm brings easy transportation options to Sumner residence. Whether you work in Seattle or just want to enjoy some Seattle fun like a Mariners, Seahawk or Sonics Game or maybe looking for a great place to eat and a walk on the waterfront without having to sit in traffic the “Sounder” is the way to go! Fast, easy and convenient. For shedules or more information on the Sounder Station, click here

Need that morning cup of coffee, visit the Midtown Station before you get on the train!

until we meet again~

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07

Do you have a HELOC ? (Home Equity Line of Credit)

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This is very valuable information if you have a heloc. I am sure that most of you are familiar with the term “HELOC” short for Home Equity Line of Credit. Banks in the past were relentless trying to get homeowners to sign up and now that has subsided. I want to give all you homeowners a heads up! Listen to what some bankers are doing now.
They are sending out letters to home owners with Heloc’s that might read something like this:
Dear Homeowner:
Because property values in your area have decreased so dramatically this year we are forced to reduce the amount of your Home Equity Line of Credit from $50,000 to 25,000

Or even worse:

We are forced to relinquish your entire Home Equity Line of Credit.

Ouch! For some, this is going to be very painful and stressful but the fact remains that
this letter is being mailed out. It’s my belief that many homeowners will be affected
by this, banks can do this because it’s in the fine print and could read something like…..the bank has the right to “relinquish on demand” your home equity line of credit. Read more

Until we meet again~

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04

The Time to Invest in Real Estate is NOW.

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I know with all the news media putting such a negative spin on the real estate market conditions, I wanted to put my vote in for “It’s a great time to Buy.” The buyers clearly have the advantage and bargaining power right now.
I am a Realtor that works Pierce and King County in Washington State and I see it with my own eyes that there are some really fantastic buys and very motivated sellers right now!
For all of you first time investors who wanted to buy/invest in a rental, Now is the time!
For all of you first time home buyers that wanted to buy your first home, Now is the time!
For all you true blue experienced investors, its buy low and sell high. If you don’t already have a project, Now is the time!

I want to share this “Time Magazine” article, I couldn’t say it better myself! If you are ready to buy, Now is the time!
http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1713483,00.html

Current Interest Rates : Opening day for Friday…Rates for, 05/02/08, look like:

30 year fixed – 5.75% par pricing

15 year fixed – 5.375% par pricingJumbo loan (over $567,500)

30 year fixed – 6.25% par pricing

Government (FHA/VA)30 year fixed 6.00% par pricing

Rates are courtesy of Christina Meats w/Evergreen Home Loans

http://christinameats-evergreenhomeloanslo.mortgagewebcenter.com/default.asp?bhcp=1