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10 Things to Know Before Moving to Puyallup

10 Things to Know Before Moving to Puyallup

Relocating to the Puyallup, WA area? Great choice! There are a variety of fun and exciting things to do in and around Puyallup. Here is a list of 10 of our favorites:

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10 Attractions around Tacoma

10 Attractions around Tacoma

Looking to call Tacoma home? There is a wealth of things to do in the Tacoma area and around Puget Sound. Below is a list of the more popular attractions throughout the city.

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6 Fun and Family-Friendly Activities around Olympia

6 Fun and Family-Friendly Activities around Olympia

Looking for new activities in your neighborhood to entertain both the adults and children? If you live in the Olympia area, there are a multitude of great parks and recreational areas including walking and hiking paths to get everyone out into nature.

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The FAQ's of House Flipping

The FAQ's of House Flipping.

 

If you are new to the world of home foreclosure auctions, you probably have

a million and one questions. The first of which is, “where do I start.” Let’s start with a few FAQ’s.

 

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Is a VA Loan Right for You?

What is a VA Loan? Is it Right For You?

With Joint Base Lewis-McChord to the south, NAS Whidbey Island and NS Everett to the north, and the Bremerton Naval Shipyard, the Puget Sound Region and Western Washington are home to many military families. Because of the nature of military life, we often see clients moving into the region who are looking to buy their first home. Since 1944, VA home loan guarantees have been used to buy more than thirteen million homes. So, for some, a VA loan will help. But what exactly is a VA loan?

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Buying a Home: What is a Home Inspection?

Buying a Home: What is a Home Inspection?

Buying a new home often seems confusing. If you feel confused or overwhelmed, you’re not alone! Here at Blue Summit Homes, we’re committed to helping everyone understand the process of a buying home. 

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Lacey VS Tumwater

Lacey VS Tumwater

 

Lacey and Tumwater may be viewed by some as Olympia’s two little nephews once removed. However, many home buyers consider them a legitimate and slightly less expensive option to buying a home in Olympia. So, which is the better option? There are a million different personal reasons why someone would choose one over the other (i.e. location of family, commute time, school, etc.), so let’s focus on the real estate markets.

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What is Traffic Like Around Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

What is Traffic Like Around Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

There are many reasons to live in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, but traffic is not one of them. If you are looking at living off post and you are unsure where or how to avoid the worst traffic spots around Joint Base Lewis-McChord, read on!

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Things to Know Before Buying a Home Insurance Policy

Things to Know Before Buying a Home Insurance Policy

Looking to buy a home in the local area? Are you shopping for a home insurance policy that will give you the right coverages for the right price? Here are 10 things that you should keep in mind when comparing home coverages.

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Where are the most affordable new homes around JBLM?

Where to find the most affordable new homes around Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Lets find out which cities near JBLM have the most selection of new construction homes for sale. Then lets take a look at which areas are the most affordable.

 

First off, take a glance at total new home inventory:

 

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