Washington's Wet News by Karen

The members of the Snohomish County-Camano Association of REALTORS® are committed to giving back to the communities in which they live, raise their families and derive their incomes. We provide community service, both individually and as a group, donating money talent and time to many worthy caus...

Built in 1999 this gracious two story is the epitome of beauty. Lovingly maintained it is offered at $479,000. It has 2229 sq. feet, three bedrooms plus den. The luxurious master suite has it's own sitting room along with a five piece master bath.  Decorator colors accent walls, vaulted ceiling a...

Offered at $339,000, this custom built one owner home has been lovingly maintained. Built in 1987, it has cedar siding, shake roof, partially fenced yard and sits on a 13,068 sq. foot lot. The manicured yard offers privacy as it backs to Quilceda Creek with plenty of evergreens and garden areas.T...

1984 Golden West with a new roof, new kitchen vinyl and new carpeting. Vaulted ceilings and plenty of windows add drama. Oversized rooms offer lots of living space. All appliances are included in sale. Carport, covered porch, storage shed, and wheel chair accessible ramp added to roll in shower m...

Real Estate Prices Continue To Climb "As home sales moderate, overall home prices will be essentially flat this year," says David Lereah, chief economist for the National Association of Realtors. Tighter lending standards are expected to slow sales, but the good news is, inventory remains well be...

A few months ago I blogged about a senior mobile home park in Lynnwood that was being bought out by developers, thus displacing the residents of their low income housing.Well, Aaron Reardon, County Executive for Snohomish County, approved an ordinance that provides a contingent loan guarantee to ...

Just am faxing two offers, entering a listing and watching the Championship Basketball game with my Beloved Ohio State Buckeyes playing.  My late husband was a true fan through and through but didn't live to see the football championship game or this one. He passed in November.  However, I think ...

Having been licensed since 1984 and working in Everett, WA,  I've had many, many real estate photos and cards made. I thought it might be fun to take a trip down memory lane - hold on to your seat!Which Karen Schweinfurth sold YOU a home?

 Townhome in Gated Community - $231,000Somerset Park This better than new home was built in 1999 by Quadrant Homes and is situated in the Gated Community of Somerset Park.Walk to golf, soccer, tennis, restaurants. On bus line and close to Boeing Company. Minutes to freeways.A vaulted entry way of...

Be careful what you wish for - tax breaks in the core of downtown Everett.  The Everett City Council voted to extend the downtown redevelopment toll for ten more years. As Everett is bracing for explosive residential growth, bringing thousands of residents into the downtown core, this tax break m...