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FHA Handbook 4000.1 Appraisal Changes

Appraisal Today

The modern kitchen features wide-board pine floors and lots of windows to soak in the natural light. Most buyers interested in a home that has not been electrified also rely on horse and buggy as a common form of transportation. Excerpts: The owners of an architectural marvel in New Marlborough, MA, are hoping to reel in $15.5

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Seattle’s Storied History With the Craftsman Home 

Will Springer Realtor

His magazine included architectural plans to build Craftsmans – all you needed were the materials, which could be sourced locally or through so-called kit homes from retailers Sears, Roebuck and Co., Craftsmans were popping up within walking distance of public transportation. Montgomery Ward Co. and many others.

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The Switch to Everything Electric in Your Home

Will Springer Realtor

More homeowners understand the importance of “decarbonizing” everything from products to transportation and especially their homes – but where to begin? Just as notable, modern dishwashers are quieter and use less water during an average 10-year lifetime. A fridge more than 15 years old can use about 35% more energy than newer models.

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Appliances for FHA appraisals

Appraisal Today

The tremendous growth in the creation of infrastructure for the expansion of major cities, water systems, canals for transportation of goods, road and street systems, inevitably required acquisition of private property. Araby ($749,000) 2 bedroom, 3 bath, 1,311 sq.ft., Acre lot, built 1929 2551 S. Lee Miller. There are four of these homes.

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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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PREDICTIONS, PARKING, POLLUTED PIPES

Will Springer Realtor

The seemingly mundane asphalt-covered piece of real estate silently champions the ebb and flow of modern living. This dynamic of private vehicle vs. public transportation will play out first in dense areas – like Seattle, Bellevue, Federal Way – and will be interesting to watch. List: $10.25M ($2362/sq. This 3-bed, 3.75-bath