According to the Wall Street Journal, Mortgage financing giant Freddie Mac has announced it will offer low-cost loans to multifamily property owners who keep their buildings affordable to middle-class families. Landlords will receive lower interest rates if they agree to make the majority of their units affordable for tenants who earn 80 percent or less of the area's median income. The units also must remain affordable for the term of the loan, which typically spans about a decade. To launch the program, Freddie will back $500 million in loans to the Bridge Investment Group, which is a landlord with a portfolio of about 30,000 apartments around the country. Bridge has pinpointed 38 metro areas across the country for investment. Freddie Mac's

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Welcome to this true gem in the heart of Sammamish. Close proximity to Issaquah schools, parks and it is just minutes from shopping. The formal living and dining room combo lend    itself well to easy entertaining. Easy living awaits you in the ample sized family room which boasts hardwood floors, a large brick fireplace and  windows which frame the tranquil      backyard setting. Prepare your favorite meals in the spacious kitchen. There are 3 bedrooms in addition to the master suite which boasts a luxurious master bath with granite countertops and a lavish walk-in shower. All bathrooms have been recently updated as well. Enjoy summer nights relaxing in the private yard featuring

Welcome to summer! Steve and I are kicking off the summer solstice with a new series on our Favorite Renton Patios! It’s also the perfect way to schedule a date night once a week and then tell you about our favorite neighborhood finds. This summer we will feature restaurants with patios and report back what we learn. We are kicking off the series at the lovely Maplewood Golf Course’s River Rock Grill. Beautiful patio with live music Friday and Saturday nights. We ordered the bacon wrapped shrimp and bruschetta. Both were delicious. Daily happy hour is from 2-6pm. Check it out.  

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The Renton market is heating up just in time for summer! If you are considering selling your home you will be happy to know that the median sales price has increased 13.9 percent over the last 12 months. Price per square foot is up to $264.  At the end of May there were 32 homes for sale in 98059. Ask us how you can save $10,000 when you list with The Cascade Team!

Ready to make a move? Have a certain figure in mind that you need to sell for? Depending on your market, you might be able to get a little more than what you may be needing. Go over with your agent if setting a bidding war is smart for the sale of your home, and if they give the green light, here are a few things to consider to help get your sales price over asking after starting a bidding competition. 

1. ATTRACT MORE BUYERS

When there isn't much interest in a property, buyer's get nervous and suspicious that there may be something wrong with the home that they may be missing, and that could sometimes be further from the truth. You want to price your home competitively to entice more showings. When you price your home right under the

1. Highest Number of New Listings to Hit The Market In 10 Years
2. Increased Inventory Leans Towards a More “Balanced” Market
3. Home Price Increases still up but Slowing
4. Some Neighborhoods Now Seeing Slight Price Decreases  

KIRKLAND, Washington (June 5, 2018) - Member-brokers of Northwest Multiple Listing Service added 14,524 new listings during May, the first time that volume topped 14,000 since May 2008.

"With eyes peeled for potential shifts in a market that's felt like 'more of the same,' the recent uptick in new listings hitting the market catches my eye -- the most new listings in more than a decade," commented Robert Wasser, owner/broker at Prospera Real Estate in Seattle and an officer with Northwest MLS.

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Move in ready single family home in Glendale AZ. This piece of real estate showcases 3 beds, 2 baths, an open concept great room invites with vaulted ceilings, an adjoining dining area and views of the sparkling Pebble Tec pool and waterfall. For more info call Local Glendale Realtor Lori Young at 425.931.8452 or visit  http://la-vista-parc.thecascadeteam.com/.  This home is being promoted on Zillow, Trulia and Realtor.com and is move in ready. Contact Lori today for a personal showing of this great home.

7223 N. 44th Avenue, Glendale, Arizona

Don’t miss this charming single-level home, nestled in a desirable cul-de-sac with curb-appeal to spare!  Delightful updated kitchen featuring

We can't say enough good things about Shane and Anne!  They have helped us with two home sales and one home purchase.  They are a fantastic team who take great care of every single detail and navigate any hiccups with ease. They are very professional, experienced, personable, and always leave us feeling well taken care of.  Thank you for another great transaction Shane and Anne - Matt and Jerrae

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Sold For $23K Over Asking In 4 Days!

Welcome home to this Trossachs Stunner! Coveted floorplan with a main floor master suite is one of Murray Franklyn’s finest. Grand foyer welcomes the arrival of your guests with a dramatic wrought iron staircase & soaring cathedral

Hello Renton! Steve and Tracy are kicking off a new blog series featuring the awesome businesses in Renton, Washington. Our first series begins on the Summer Solstice and will include Favorite Renton Patios, followed by our Back To School list and a Holiday Favorites series. Watch for weekly posts on our website at www.steveandtracy.net. If you have or know of a business that should be featured let us know at steveandtracy@thecascadeteam.com. Stay tuned for chances to win gift cards to our favorites.