The Cascade Team Blog - August, 2013

Feeling Paranoid? Household Items That Could Be Spying on You

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By Adam Levin | Credit.com

For Americans concerned about their privacy, the NSA data grabs are daunting, but what about the data grabs happening inside your own home, perpetrated not by the government, but by your coffee machine?

Consider every appliance and every piece of home electronics that you own. Does it gather data about how you use it? Does it connect to the Internet? If so, it could be used to spy on you. Your mobile devices, your TV, and now various other types of home appliances can be wired into a network that can track you. If those networks are hacked, information about your habits and behaviors could be available to people with nefarious goals. The same…

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How to Investigate the Neighborhood Where You Want to Live

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You’ve gone to the open house. You’ve had a private showing. You’ve read the disclosures. You’ve decided this is the house for you, and you’re ready to make an offer.

Before you take that step, though, you should fully check out the neighborhood. After all, this is where you’re going to live for years. Is there something you don’t know about that could negatively affect the resale value later? Is there a neighbor who comes roaring home late at night on a muffler-free motorcycle? Is the next-door neighbor operating a day care for pre-schoolers?

Here are five ways to investigate a neighborhood before you buy.

1. Talk to the neighbors

Without being intrusive, look for an opportunity to chat with your potential…

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Sensational Saybrook 2-Story on Large, Level, Sunny Shy Acre!

$799,950 - 16402 Saybrook Drive NE, Woodinville    Bedrooms: 4    Bathrooms: 2.5    Sq. Footage: 3,160    Year Built: 1992    Garage Spaces: 3    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 532485

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Shannon Woodcock Real Estate Broker 206.484.5330 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Call Shannon Woodcock for a showing: 206-484-5330. Sensational Saybrook 2-Story on Large, Level, Sunny Shy Acre! Beautiful decor & smart upgrades throughout: Slab granite & stainless kitchen, marble accented master bath, Upgraded Hardiplank Siding!! Enjoy…

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Hollywood Hill ~ Meticulous Home, Large Shop & Lovely, Level Yard!

$465,000 - 15224 NE 173rd Street, Woodinville    Bedrooms: 3    Bathrooms: 2.75    Sq. Footage: 2,300    Year Built: 1977    Garage Spaces: 4    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 532515

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Shannon Woodcock Real Estate Broker 206.484.5330 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Call Shannon Woodcock for a Showing: 206.484.5330 Hollywood Hill ~ Meticulous Home, Large Shop & Lovely, Level Yard! Don’t miss this stunning opportunity to live in one of the Eastside’s BEST neighborhoods at a great price. Light-filled home features 3…

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Stunning Daniel's Ranch 2-Story w/True Gardener's Delight Grounds!

$624,500 - 6336 286th Place NE, Carnation    Bedrooms: 4    Bathrooms: 3    Sq. Footage: 3,000    Year Built: 1998    Garage Spaces: 3    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 532331

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Shannon Woodcock Real Estate Broker 206.484.5330 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Call Kathi Mydland for a showing: 206.459.0156 Stunning Daniel's Ranch 2-Story w/True Gardener's Delight Grounds! Drive down a quiet lane to this magical setting. Turn-key 3000 asf Craftsman-style home w/soaring ceilings & beautifully updated island kitchen, slab…

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Starpoint luxury condo living at Issaquah Highlands!

$285,000 - 1840 25th Ave NE #S214, Issaquah    Bedrooms: 2    Bathrooms: 2    Sq. Footage: 1,253    Year Built: 2007    Type: Townhouse / Condo    MLS® Number: 532018

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Matt Jensen Branch Manager - Issaquah Highlands Office 206.909.8200 Schedule a Showing Request More Info For a showing, Contact Matt Jensen 206.909.8200 Starpoint luxury condo living at Issaquah Highlands! SW corner light & bright unit w/ southerly views of Tiger Mt & more. Excellent 2 bedroom unit plus open den area & great room concept. Exquisite finishes throughout…

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Immaculate English Tudor Style town home in gorgeous community of Taluswood!

$300,000 - 18283 NE 97th Way, Redmond    Bedrooms: 3    Bathrooms: 2.5    Sq. Footage: 1,315    Year Built: 2003    Garage Spaces: 2    Type: Townhouse / Condo    MLS® Number: 531864

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Manu Vij Broker 425-985-7897 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Please call Manu Vij at 425-985-7897 to schedule a showing. Immaculate English Tudor Style town home in gorgeous community of Taluswood close to 520, Microsoft and Redmond Town Center with bus stop at stone’s throw. This corner unit features a gas fireplace in living room with…

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Beautiful and well maintained home in Renton!

$239,000 - 15726 116th Ave SE, Renton    Bedrooms: 3    Bathrooms: 1    Sq. Footage: 1,180    Year Built: 1958    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 531719

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Lily Lee Real Estate Broker 425.505.1132 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Call Lily Lee for a Showing: 425-505-1132 Beautiful and well maintained 3 bedrooms rambler features completely remodeled family room and kitchen in 2009 with granite slab countertops, updated custom maple cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. Open floor plan with hardwood flooring throughout, vaulted…

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Welcome to your home of the future!

$400,000 - 1723 9TH Pl NE, Issaquah    Bedrooms: 2    Bathrooms: 2    Sq. Footage: 1,410    Year Built: 2011    Garage Spaces: 1    Type: Townhouse / Condo    MLS® Number: 531421

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Marisa Ormando Real Estate Broker 425.445.9616 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Contact Marisa Ormando for a showing: 425-445-9616. Welcome to your home of the future. These superb high technology homes offer smart design & efficiency. Green materials used (Built Green) & superior quality (Northwest Energy Star) A solar heating home that…

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RARE Buchan at Ashland Park!

$575,000 - 1515 NE Jonquil Lane, Issaquah    Bedrooms: 4    Bathrooms: 3    Sq. Footage: 2,380    Year Built: 1999    Garage Spaces: 2    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 531291

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Matt Jensen Branch Manager - Issaquah Highlands Office 206.909.8200 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Call Matt Jensen for Showing: 206.909.8200. RARE Buchan at Ashland Park! Parkside location from quiet lane welcomes this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home with guest suite, loft area, high ceilings, family room with hardwoods, plus formal living & dining…

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