Know The Cost Of Your Commute

Bill and DianaBuying Concerns, Commuting, Economy, Selling Concerns Leave a Comment

As we face the prospect of $4.00/gallon gas, and the likelihood that we will soon be paying tolls to drive around King County, take the time to calculate what your commute actually costs, relative to your home’s value and location. This nifty tool will answer questions that perhaps you hadn’t thought of asking before. While we have historically sought to …

The City, The Burbs, or The Sticks: What Are the Real Costs?

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Location, Location, Location. The oldest cliche in real estate. How does one determine the real costs associated with the location of a home purchase? It is one of the most common, and challenging, aspects of satisfying home buying needs. She wants new. He wants close in. To get new means living farther from work. To get close to work means buying a …