Canadian real estate investors have long been one of the largest groups purchasing homes in the U.S.  During the recent economic downturn, Canadians found themselves in a unique position as their currency value inflated and U.S. home prices deflated.  Canadian buyers increased their influence on the Seattle real estate market and markets across the country. Realtor Magazine reported on this effect as Canadians buying real estate here had become such a large influence--up to 24% of the entire foreign buying market.  Canadians were investing in American homes this past year at twice the rate they were buying near the peak of the market. It seems that as American housing markets start to recover and the bargain-basement prices cease to exist, the Canadian fervor for U.S. dirt has also star... 08/18/2012

As we approach the 2012 tax day deadline of April 17, the National Association of Realtors posted a nice reminder of the tax benefits of owning a home.  More than just the comfort and stability of owning a home, ownership provides significant financial benefits. From Realtor Mag: With the April 17 tax deadline less than a week away, your clients still have time to take advantage of the valuable tax benefits home ownership affords. The National Association of REALTORS®' consumer site, HouseLogic.com, can help. “Our government encourages home ownership because it benefits families, communities, and our nation’s economy; home ownership is an investment in our collective futures,” said NAR President Moe Veissi, broker-owner of Veissi & Associates Inc., in Miami. “HouseLogic.com helps home o... 04/16/2012

Bank Owned Condo - Problem #10Bank Owned Condo - Problem #10The HOA dues were $500 per month. The view was - well - a cement wall and a parking lot.910 Lenora St #S304, Seattle 98121-2713This is a fabulous complex, designed and built by the Paul Allen group. It is called theWestlake 2200. It goes down 4 stories for parking. UP 14 stories for view, and is connected to a luxury hotel. In fact, the 24 hour concierge is part of the hotel service, and living here really is like living in a luxury hotel.The condo has cherry stained wood floors, stainless steel appliances, amazing cabinetry, upgraded fixtures & hardware. Close to all shops, Whole Foods, Starbucks, restaurants, the hotel!However THIS unit, on the third floor, faces a cement wall and overlooks a parking lot. With 702 square feet... 01/03/2012

Bargain Condo at Westlake 2200, Seattle Wa.. Bank Owned and Ready to BuyBargain Condo at Westlake 2200, Seattle Wa.. Bank Owned and Ready to Buy910 Lenora St #S304, Seattle 98121-2713$234,900Sleek urban living at it's best!! Cherry stained wood floors, Stainless steel appliances, amazing cabinetry, upgraded fixtures & hardware. Westlake 2200 has all of the amenities you'll ever need. Close to all shops, Whole Foods, Starbucks, restaurants, even a hotel! Close by October 31, 2011 Owner Occupants purchasing a HomePath property can receive up to 3.5% of the final sales price to be used toward closing costs. Read HomePath Flyers for more details. "Eligibility restrictions apply" Phil and Patti Leng Team | Keller Williams Kirkland | (206) 409-6600 910 Lenora St #S304, Seattle, WA Sleek Urba... 07/14/2011

Denny Triangle, Seattle 1 Bed Condo - Amazing Amenities!Denny Triangle, Seattle 1 Bed Condo - Amazing Amenities!!Cherry stained wood floors, Stainless steel appliances, amazing cabinetry, upgraded fixtures & hardware. Westlake 2200 has all of the amenities you'll ever need. Close to all shops, Whole Foods, Starbucks, restaurants, even a hotel! Close by October 31, 2011 Owner Occupants purchasing a HomePath property can receive up to 3.5% of the final sales price to be used toward closing costs. Read HomePath Flyers for more details. "Eligibility restrictions apply" Phil and Patti Leng Team | Keller Williams Kirkland | (206) 409-6600 910 Lenora St #S304, Seattle, WA Sleek Urban Living at its Best! 1BR/1BA Condo offered at $249,900 Year Built 2006 Sq Footage 702 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 1 fu... 07/02/2011

Seattle City of Seven Hills:   In the late 1800's real estate developers decided to make Seattle be the city of seven hills similar to Rome and there have been varying theories through out the years ever since as to what are those seven hills?  The fact of the matter is Seattle is full of hills and slopes and steep bluffs, so picking just seven will always be a challenge. We can probably all agree that Queen Anne Hill, Capitol Hill, and First Hill surely qualify, but Magnolia is pretty high up there, too, and no one ever mentions Maple Leaf which to me is very high...  The debate will go on, but one of those hills is lost forever: Denny Hill.  Today the area is completely different than it was and Denny Triangle condos are among some of the finest and most desireable in the city.  The h... 11/21/2009

Denny Triangle Seattle CondosThere are 54 condos available for sale in Denny Triangle.  The lowest asking price is $235,000.  The highest asking price for these condos is $2,835,000.  The average asking price for a condo in Denny Triangle is $765,980.  These condos have an average of 1.4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms.In Denny Triangle, there are 3 condos priced under $300,000, 16 condos priced between $300,000 and $500,000, 8 condos priced between $500,000 and $700,000, 15 condos priced between $700,000 and $1,000,000, and 12 priced over $1,000,000Research the Seattle Real Estate market. 01/24/2008