All Blog Entries by Marisa Ormando 
There are currently 10 blog entries published by Marisa Ormando.
“abellahomes” has been named a 2011 FIVE STAR Real Estate Agent for 4 years in a row!
Wednesday, August 24th, 2011 at 1:48pm. 476 Views, 0 Comments.
"abellahomes" has done it again!
We have been named a 2011 FIVE STAR Real Estate Agent for 4 years in a row!
Stan & I will appear in the December issue of Seattle Magazine and we will be featured in the 2011 FIVE STAR Real Estate Agent Special Section.
Thank you for believing in us! We couldn't have achieved this without you & appreciate your continued support over the years! This is truly a great honor!!!
This really means so much to us!!!
Thanks:)
Marisa & Stan
Sammamish named as one of the “Best Places To Live” AGAIN!
Monday, August 15th, 2011 at 8:03pm. 525 Views, 0 Comments.
CNN Money Magazine has issued their annual ratings of the "best places to live." Sammamish has once again finished high in the "small town" category. Sammamish has made the list in previous years.
See below:
Year Rank
2007 11th
2009 12th
2011 15th
It wasn’t long ago when Sammamish was incorporated, on August 31, 1999. I’m a proud resident of Sammamish. It’s no surprise to Sammamish residents that this is a wonderful growing & thriving city. We have grown over 10k in the last decade according to the US Census, reported by Sammamish Review. Sammamish had recently celebrated “Sammamish Days” celebrating the diversity of many cultures. Both school districts that serve Sammamish (Lake Washington School District &…Sammamish Days (August 13, 2011)
Saturday, August 13th, 2011 at 10:20am. 449 Views, 0 Comments.
Come celebrate many diverse cultures found in Sammamish!
Event Information
Date: August 13th
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: City Hall Plaza (Sammamish Commons)
Cost: Free
Today’s festivities are:
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2 Stages of Entertainment (Main Stage Pavilion Performers & Library Performers)
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Story telling amphitheatre
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Food from around the world
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Learn different dance styles
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Ethnic arts and crafts for sale
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Food, crafts and entertainment from all over the world,etc...
All ages are welcome. More information; http://www.ci.sammamish.wa.us/events/SammamishDays.aspx
SAMMAMISH ~ OPEN HOUSE ~ SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2011 1-4PM
Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011 at 10:11pm. 379 Views, 0 Comments.
Come see this abellahome in Crosswater
Priced at $525,000
| Bedrooms: | 5 | Bathrooms: | 3.25 |
| Home Size: | 3,256 sq.ft. | Garage: | 2 |
| Lot Size: | 4,000 sq.ft. | Community: | Vintage |
| County: | King | Property Type: | Single Family Detached |
| Year Built: | 2003 | MLS Number: | 250020 |
This 2 story home w/vaulted ceilings spacious rooms have a rare main floor guest suite with private bath. Formal LR/DR has soaring ceiling that is opened to a loft area. This 5 bedrooms + loft, 3.25 baths, and 2 fireplaces! Gourmet kitchen with tiled countertops comes with a gas cook top, stainless steel appliances, walk in pantry, butler's pantry, built in desk & lots of…
5 Places to Live Next: Where You’ll Want to Be In 2016 -- Real Estate
Friday, July 15th, 2011 at 10:48am. 462 Views, 0 Comments.
Sammamish was identified as one of the next hot neighborhoods by Seattle Met Magazine.
Sammamish will be the Place To Live - 2016. I Agree! It's a growing community that has lots to offer. Population is over 40K now & continues to be desirable!
5 Places to Live Next: Where You’ll Want to Be In 2016 -- Real Estate
Also, featured on Q13 Fox News; March 30th, 2011.
They filmed in Renaissance Ridge! Now, that’s what I call home!
Watch: http://www.q13fox.com/videobeta/082a1a12-b38c-46cc-8f6b-d65873e6a42d/News/Seattle-Met-Sammamish
SELLERS SAVE MORE WITH THE CASCADE TEAM ADVANTAGE
Friday, July 8th, 2011 at 9:11am. 448 Views, 0 Comments.
Most agents from traditional offices charge you 3% of your home's sale price to sell your home. At abellahomes and The Cascade Team, we only charge you 1%, without forcing you to compromise on service. Our local market savvy agents give your home maximum exposure through the use of technology tools and internet marketing strategies.
Disecting The Real Estate Commission
When you sell your home, part of the money you make on the sale goes toward agent commissions. Not only do you pay your own agent, but you also provide a commission for the buyer's agent - usually 3% of your home's sale price for each agent.
With The Cascade Team, we still recommend you pay a 3% fee to the buyer's agent, this ensures traditional real estate agents will show…
SAMMAMISH ~ OPEN HOUSE ~ SUNDAY, JULY 10, 2011 1-4PM
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 at 7:43pm. 381 Views, 0 Comments.
Come see this abellahome in Renaissance Ridge
Priced at $345,000
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5
Home Size: 1,503 sq.ft. Garage: 2
Lot Size: 4,200 sq.ft. Community: Sammamish
County: King Property Type: Single Family Detached
Year Built: 1999 MLS Number: 242961
Property Description
Well maintained Marco Pollo resale with Central a/c, vaulted entry Wall of windows create a sunny and bright atmosphere, 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA, 2 car GAR. KIT w/ lg pantry & maple HW floors. Lg eating area w/ sliding door to backyard with tiered gardens and drip irrigation. FR w/ gas FP & entertainment niche. MBR has dual vanities & WIC. Lg BR's w/ plenty of storage connected by jack-n-jill bath. Upper level laundry rm. Fully fenced w/ patio makes…
THE CUBE PROJECT...
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 at 1:42pm. 348 Views, 0 Comments.
The world is becoming more & more eco-friendly. We are consciously aware of our impact we have on the environment. As Realtors® and consumers we are faced with decisions about which products to use. Going green is becoming a way of life.
How important is going green to you? Would you consider living in this eco-friendly cube home? It’s no bigger than 3x3x3 metres on the inside? Watch the video!
4th of July Celebration Event - City of Sammamish
Sunday, July 3rd, 2011 at 5:01pm. 360 Views, 0 Comments.
5th Annual 4th on the Plateau
I’ll reserve a spot on the Upper Green. Hope you all can join us!
Event kicks off at 6:00p
Fireworks start at 10:15p
See you there! Marisa and Stan
A New Beginning....
Thursday, June 30th, 2011 at 10:09am. 3686 Views, 0 Comments.
Stan & I are Brokers with “The Cascade Team!” We are sooooo “EXCITED” to share this wonderful news with all of you! What does that mean to you? We’ll continue to provide you with even more exceptional service!
We like to call it, SOS….. SIMPLY OUTRAGEOUS SERVICE! NOT OUTRAGEOUS COMMISSIONS!
We’re still abellahomes providing SOS with The Cascade Team!
Marisa & Stan