Homeowner’s Net Worth is 45x Greater Than a Renter’s

Posted by Cary W Porter on February 23rd, 2016

Every three years the Federal Reserve conducts a Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey, which includes data from 2010-2013, reports that a homeowner’s net worth is 36 times greater than that of a renter ($194,500 vs. $5,400).

In a Forbes article the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Chief Economist Lawrence Yun predicts that in 2016 the net worth gap will widen even further to 45 times greater.

The graph below demonstrates the results of the last two Federal Reserve studies and Yun’s prediction:

Put Your Housing Cost to Work For You

Simply put, homeownership is a form of ‘forced savings’. Every time you pay your mortgage you are contributing to your net worth…

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Welcome To The Cascade Team Joe Tunney!

Posted by The Cascade Team Real Estate on February 22nd, 2016

Welcome To The Cascade Team Joe Tunney!

Joe Tunney

• Office: 1-800-509-6905 ext. 1115
• Cell: 425-894-8230
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• joet@thecascadeteam.com

We are happy to welcome Joe Tunney to The Cascade Team! 

After 18 fantastic years in the car business for which my family is eternally grateful, I have joined The Cascade Team as a broker in the Seattle and Eastside communities I love so much. To everyone who has been so instrumental to my success, I am forever in your debt. Now it's time for me to chase my larger dreams and of course, it would be an honor to be of service to you now and forevermore. God bless and warmest regards from myself and my family to you and the loved ones in your life...Sincerely, Joe Tunney

Joe Tunney…

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Sammamish: Hidden Haven of the Home-Based Business

Posted by Cary W Porter on February 22nd, 2016

By Joanna Kresge

There are between 3,500 and 4,000 home-based businesses in the 50,000-resident city. “It really is the American dream,” said Deb Sogge, executive director of the chamber. “Our home-based businesses are very eclectic and very interesting. We just have a lot of entrepreneurs here in Sammamish.”

Sammamish’s residential businesses include an Etsy store selling abstract paintings (Betty Krause Art) and an in-home wine cellar complete with tasting room (Fivash Cellars). Sogge said Sammamish’s proximity to large tech companies means the city boasts a high population of college educated, tech-savvy citizens (more than 70 percent of residents have at least a bachelor’s degree), which contributes to the quality of Sammamish’s home…

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Home For Sale In Snoqualmie - Laura Hodgson

Posted by The Cascade Team Real Estate on February 19th, 2016

$235,000 - 3424 Harborcrest Ct NW, Gig Harbor    Bedrooms: 2    Bathrooms: 2    Sq. Footage: 1,243    Year Built: 1986    Garage Spaces: 2    Type: Townhouse / Condo    MLS® Number: 898290

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Laura Hodgson Broker 425-223-1535 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Fabulous location! Convenient living in this gated community of Harborcrest. Located in the heart of Gig Harbor, close to Gig Harbor waterfront, and Gig Harbor retail centers. Side by side style condo, updated kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances and an…

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Home For Sale In Snoqualmie - Matt Jensen

Posted by The Cascade Team Real Estate on February 19th, 2016

$540,000 - 35028 SE Swenson Street, Snoqualmie    Bedrooms: 3    Bathrooms: 2.5    Sq. Footage: 2,410    Year Built: 2008    Garage Spaces: 2    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 897856

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Matt Jensen Branch Manager - Issaquah Highlands Office 206.909.8200 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Build your future memories in this impeccable Deer Park home on the Ridge! Intelligent floor plan welcomes most discerning buyers with many upgrades - new carpet, interior paint, upgraded fixtures, kitchen with GE Cafe appliances, walk-in…

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Home For Sale In Woodinville

Posted by The Cascade Team Real Estate on February 18th, 2016

$1,124,000 - 8027 228th St SE, Woodinville    Bedrooms: 4    Bathrooms: 3.5    Sq. Footage: 4,400    Year Built: 1997    Garage Spaces: 4    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 1788

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Shannon Woodcock Real Estate Broker 206.484.5330 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Stunning 1997 Custom Home in Sought-After North Wellington ~ 4,400 asf of light, bright OPEN-concept space features a true “heart of the home” w/massive island kit. w/quartz counters & tons of cabinets adjacent to fam rm & breakfast nook. Two story living room…

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Home For Sale In Snoqualmie

Posted by The Cascade Team Real Estate on February 18th, 2016

$500,000 - 34612 SE Carmichael St, Snoqualmie    Bedrooms: 3    Bathrooms: 2.5    Sq. Footage: 2,390    Year Built: 2005    Garage Spaces: 2    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 897590

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Laura Hodgson Broker 425-223-1535 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Lovely 3 bedroom Quadrant home in the heart of Snoqualmie Ridge. Immaculate condition, bright open floor plan, with a very large kitchen, spacious walk-in pantry, and sliding glass door access to your private back-yard seating area and patio. Beautifully landscaped garden…

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Taking Real Estate to The Next Level: Hi Tech/ Hi Touch Tools for Buyers and Sellers

Posted by Cary W Porter on February 18th, 2016

No matter if you are buying a home in this competitive market or looking to sell, The Cascade Team has you covered. From “Smart Search” which learns with you as your browse for homes to our PRIME Marketing program designed to stimulate high interest and multiple offers we have the information, technology solution and personal service designed to take your real estate experience to the next level!

School and community information is just as important as the right number of beds and baths when looking for a home and The Cascade Team has you covered. It's so important that we built school and community reports right into every listed property at our website.

For schools, we show you which ones are nearby and even how much they spend per student. 

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Home For Sale In Issaquah - Matt Jensen

Posted by The Cascade Team Real Estate on February 18th, 2016

$550,000 - 868 3rd Ave NE, Issaquah    Bedrooms: 3    Bathrooms: 3.5    Sq. Footage: 1,850    Year Built: 2012    Garage Spaces: 2    Type: Residential    MLS® Number: 897525

OFFERED BY: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:   Matt Jensen Branch Manager - Issaquah Highlands Office 206.909.8200 Schedule a Showing Request More Info Too good to be true, like new, upgraded end unit, expansive 3 bed/3.5 bath townhome! Urban & modern style living tremendously located near everything in West Highlands Park! Impeccable condition, hardwoods throughout main with open concept, granite slab…

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LAKE WA, ISSAQUAH AND EVERETT SCHOOL DISTRICTS GET ENDORSEMENT FOR BOND - MBA AFFORDABLE HOUSING COUNCIL

Posted by Diego Vitelli on February 18th, 2016

"Master Builders Association Affordable Housing Council" Endorses Lake Washington, Issaquah and Everett School District Bond Measures

Bellevue, WA – The Affordable Housing Council (AHC) Board of Directors recently voted unanimously to endorse and provide financial support for the citizens’ campaigns backing the Lake Washington, Issaquah and Everett school districts’ bond measures that will be on the ballot in April.    Affordable Housing Council President Bonnie Geers of Quadrant Homes said of the votes, “The AHC’s decision to support these school bond measures reflects our strong desire to help ensure the Lake Washington, Issaquah and Everett school districts can keep pace with our region’s growth and continue to provide quality…

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