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SEATTLE ‘WALKING’ TOWARDS URBAN CONNECTEDNESS

Will Springer Realtor

A modern version of the regrade is taking place along the downtown waterfront (pictured above) with the addition of Overlook Walk, a breathtaking pedestrian bridge and viewing deck that will soon connect with Pike Place Market and other attractions in downtown. BY THE NUMBERS >> A survey of 2000 adults across the 50 largest U.S.

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IN DIRE NEED OF GENERATIONAL RESPONSE TO HOUSING SHORTFALL

Will Springer Realtor

annually between 1968 and 2000 but has since dropped to an average rate of 0.7% POTENTIAL TAX SAVINGS. Skyrocketing property values in our area have their downsides. Owners face higher annual property taxes, and many are reporting difficulty paying, particularly older residents on fixed incomes. million to 6.8

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UNDERSTANDING THE TRUE COST OF HOMEOWNERSHIP

Will Springer Realtor

Jan Peters – a one-time CEO of MediaOne (which evolved out of US West and Continental Cablevision) – and husband Mike (a former MediaOne exec) are offering their modern Medina manse for sale. List: $13.9M ($2000/sq. Annual property taxes are, gulp! .) – a “steal” for high luxury. This 4-bed, 4.5-bath bath , 6950 sq.