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Kirkland real estate not slowing down

By Don Zender

The end of the summer is not meaning the end of a strong real estate market in Kirkland. At the moment, Kirkland home values are up by 8.2 percent, according to the National Association of Realtors. The nearby city of Kenmore home values are up by about the same percentage, 8.1.

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Before lending to a relative, do your homework

By Don Zender

We’ve all heard reports about the Puget Sound housing market. It’s hot and not looking like a slowdown is coming anytime soon. For many buyers that means headaches as multiple offers drive homes well above list price.

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Four easy steps to shopping for a mortgage

By Don Zender

It’s easy to understand why the concept of buying a home is a feel-good notion. In fact, nearly all — 94 percent — of prospective home purchasers think they’re making a smart investment by buying a residence, per the results of a recent poll commissioned by Discover Home Loans.

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Evergreen Home Loans Names Don Zender Regional Manager

By Don Zender

BELLEVUE, Wash., February 6, 2015 — Evergreen Home Loans has named Don Zender regional manager. He will oversee branch operations at offices in Bellevue, Washington and continue to serve as its branch manager. He will also serve as acting regional manager for branches in Federal Way, Northgate, the soon-to-open Marysville, Washington office and new offices that will open in the region.

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Evergreen Home Loans helps navigate challenging Eastside housing market

By Don Zender

Anticipating economic growth, the Federal Reserve last month increased its benchmark interest rate a quarter point, and could do so again later this year.

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The Redmond housing market will continue to be competitive in 2017

By Don Zender

If you’re buying or selling a home in Redmond in 2017, prepare for a booming seller’s market with properties in high demand.

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