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	<title>Vancouver WA Real Estate Blog &#187; Clark County</title>
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	<description>Vancouver WA and Portland OR real estate listings</description>
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		<title>Homes with Special Views</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/homes-with-special-views/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:20:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Relocation]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Location, Location, Location is always of great importance. In the Portland/Vancouver area we have an abundance of properties with magnificent views of the rivers and  mountains. These view homes sell at a premium. There is a rule when buying view properties that goes like  is:  "First and foremost, buy your new home for your own pleasure and not as an investment. Because  it may take you  a longer time to find a buyer when it comes time to re-sell the home." This is not as big an issue here in the Vancouver housing market as most people relocate to this area for views of our beautiful environment and will pay greatly for the privilege to live here.]]></description>
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		<title>A Great Time to Purchase a Clark County Home</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/a-great-time-to-purchase-a-clark-county-home/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/a-great-time-to-purchase-a-clark-county-home/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Apr 2011 18:31:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Vancouver]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Washington Homes]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Although the economy has caused home sale prices to slide downward,  in our own Clark County real estate market the average sale price increased this February compared to January.

Perhaps this is the right time for you to purchase that new home.  It is a buyers market and even though we have witnessed a decline in property values;history has shown they will go up. Real Estate is still the best long term investment one can make.]]></description>
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		<title>What does Location, Location, Location Really Mean?</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/what-does-location-location-location-really-mean/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 21:11:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Homes]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Washington Homes]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Location, Location , Location is often a over used phrase. But there is truth in the phrase  Of course it is obvious that homes in high end areas are higher priced that in average communities. But what about homes in the same development that are priced differently?

An example would be a house located in the middle of a tract compared to one that backs up to a commercial area, a school,  or other non residential properties. The one in the middle of the tract is of higher value. Another example would be a corner lot is of less valued than a home in the middle of the block.

Sometimes buyers are happy to substitute location for better amenities in the property itself within their price range. What this says is n matter where the property is located; there is always a buyer for a property. This is where a experienced Vancouver Realtor will help you in either purchasing or selling your property.]]></description>
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		<title>Home Schooling in Vancouver</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/home-schooling-in-vancouver/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/home-schooling-in-vancouver/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 20:46:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Vancouver]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Home schooling]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Washington Homes]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Vancouver has a great support system for those children that are home schooled. There are monthly consultations, Online help for both the student and the parent. The teachers are wonderful, the class size stays small (between 7-13 children) and there is always help if you need it.]]></description>
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		<title>Home Seller Advice</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/home-seller-advise/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/home-seller-advise/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 20:43:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Business]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[RE/MAX]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Real estate]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Real estate broker/agent]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Relocation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Realtor]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[As a seller you will want to make sure and contract with a REALTOR that is an expert in the type of transaction you sale will be.  If it is a short sale, which Realtor in your area has that expertise? If you are selling a very high end home, then you will want to work with a expert in high end executive homes, such as myself.

Designations:
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Certified Distressed Property Expert
Licensed WA and OR Broker Associate
Accredited Buyer Representative
Graduate Real Estate Institute
Certified Relocation Member
Top 10 Relocation Member
E-Pro Certified
Certified Residential Specialist Awards:]]></description>
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		<title>Possible Changes for Reverse Mortgages</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/possible-changes-for-reverse-mortgages/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/possible-changes-for-reverse-mortgages/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 18:55:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Home]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Home equity]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Loan]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mortgage]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Personal Finance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Reverse mortgage]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Realtor]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Are the upfront charges for Reverse Mortgages coming down?  The FHA isn’t talking about this too loud, but the agency may be getting ready to lessen the upfront costs of ‘Reverse Mortgages’ for some borrowers.  They are also considering reducing the amount that seniors can borrow from their homes.  The ‘Reverse Mortgage’, or ‘Home Equity Conversion Mortgage’, as it is called, is designed to let homeowners who are 62 years old or older tap into the equity of their homes.  The loans and accrued interest do not have to be repaid until the owner sells the home, dies or fails to live there for one year.  These loans have traditionally had significant upfront, and annual expenses.  There has been a trend in recent months, however, with some of the ‘Reverse Mortgage’ lenders decreasing their origination fees and closing costs.]]></description>
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		<title>Debt Management</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/debt-management/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/debt-management/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:56:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[From the trenches]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Housing Market]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Homes]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Realtor]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Today, homeowners and consumers are finding that because they have fallen behind on certain payments, their credit rating is showing the results which can prevent them from buying another home, or refinancing, or hindering their ability to do home improvements, etc. At this point many people search out ways to get back on track to repairing their credit.

A ‘Debt Management Plan’ is very popular and is a simple and effective way to pay your non-priority creditors. Your assigned counselor will calculate the amount you can afford to pay after giving consideration to your priority debts - mortgage, utilities, council tax etc., and day-to-day living expenses. Any money left is then deposited with the DMP administrator as a single monthly payment and then distributed to your non-priority creditors on your behalf. What are the benefits of this plan?

The ‘Debt Management Plan’ administrator will request reduced payments on your behalf, with your creditors. In many cases the creditors will also agree to totally freeze or reduce the amount of interest being charged on your accounts. 
With the ‘Debt Management Plan’ you have:

• Assistance in dealing with your creditors
• Making payments you can afford and reducing your debt
• Having regular reviews of your circumstances and your monthly deposit amount changing to reflect your current situation.  Once the DMP administrator receives your monthly deposit, you have peace of mind in knowing that all of your creditors on the DMP will be paid. 
(You can do a search on Google by typing in: Washington State Debt Counseling, or, Washington State Consumer Credit Counseling)
]]></description>
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		<title>FHA Home Financing</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/fha-home-financing/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/fha-home-financing/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:13:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[FHA loan]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mortgage]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mortgage loan]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Homes]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Realtor]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Many people do not know where to go to find out about FHA Home Financing and if they can qualify for an FHA loan.

The best thing to do is to call banks in your area and ask for the mortgage officer. Ask that person if they handle FHA - most banks do, but some don't. In this case you might have to do some homework.  FHA loans have the advantage of requiring only 3.5% as a down payment, which means less cash out of your pocket (a conventional non-FHA loan would require 20% or so down. The disadvantage is that you have to pay FHA an insurance premium for the loan guarantee, which means that .your closing costs are higher, but usually not enough to offset the much lower down payment.
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		<title>Make a Home Look More Expensive</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/make-a-home-look-more-expensive/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/make-a-home-look-more-expensive/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:37:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Housing Market]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Portland Realtor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Selling your Home]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you are getting ready to sell your home, there are many things that have to be done so the house is in excellent condition when potential buyers come to look at it.

Home staging is very important and whether you do it, or hire a professional to do it, certain things should be done to make the home look and have a feeling of being in fashion and up to date. This brings up the age old problem of having to re-do the home and possibly having to go buy new pieces of furniture, or accessories. 
Unfortunately, there is not just one place to find home staging supplies, so being creative is important, not only in what you use, but what you buy, and then how you use it.  You can get some ideas from your close friends also.]]></description>
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		<title>Some Advise For the First Time Buyer</title>
		<link>http://www.usa-relocate.com/some-advise-for-the-first-time-buyer/</link>
		<comments>http://www.usa-relocate.com/some-advise-for-the-first-time-buyer/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:41:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terrie</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[buying a home]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Clark County]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you are purchasing a home you will need anywhere from 3½% to 20% down, the lowest down payment being a Government FHA Loan. So what are the limits on such a loan?  The limit on a FHA Forward is $271,050.00.

Going on the assumption that your FICO score is at least 620, you will be able to qualify for a FHA loan that only requires a 3.5% down payment, so on $$271,050.00 mortgage loan you need $9485 down. When calculating your projected monthly payment, be sure and include what is called private mortgage insurance (PMI) until the principal becomes 80%. Another monthly expense is your property taxes and insurance.
This loan might cover less of a house than you were counting on, but it will keep you safe from payments you cannot afford and start you off on a good foundation of home ownership.
]]></description>
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