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WEEK IN REVIEW
Monday


Lynnwood woman knew area's stories long before ...
Everett rethinks boutique wineries
A tidy lawn could be law in Lynnwood
Sunday


Marysville family comes together amid devastati...
Monroe Correctional Complex to lessen security ...
Extra patrols will be watching for drunken driv...
Saturday


Olympics are in the air
Everett police officers cleared in 2008 shootin...
Edmonds woman leaves gift of millions
Friday


Budget squeeze may close beloved Trafton school
Endgame near on airport flight debate?
Aaron Reardon laments political sparring with c...
Thursday


4-car police pileup in Everett under investigation
Edmonds educator, famous announcer dies
Bill would suspend limits on tax hikes
Wednesday


Citizenship classes: All for a better life
Many Snohomish County kids haven't had second d...
Snohomish County jail thrives under sheriff's m...
Tuesday


Mukilteo kids’ cards help Haitians
County Council increases scrutiny on Reardon
Pentagon report a good sign for Everett's Navy ...
 

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Steve Tytler
Steve Tytler answers your real estate questions in his weekly column. Send him your questions by mail to The Herald, P.O. Box, Everett, WA 98206, by fax questions to 425-339-3435 or by e-mail to economy@heraldnet.com.

Act soon: Tax credit deadline is April 30

Question: We are looking to buy a bigger home and we have heard that there is now a tax credit program for move-up homebuyers in addition to the one for first-time buyers. How does that work? [More]





Tools for evaulating school quality

Question: We are preparing to buy our first house. We have two young children who will be in school soon, and we know it’s important to buy a home in a good school district. What is the best way to find a good neighborhood with a good school... [More]





Reducing payment may be difficult

Question: Our ARM is up in two years. We owe $301,000 and according to a couple of banks we have talked to, our value is coming in at about $270,000. We do not have $30,000 to add to our loan just so we can refinance. What we want is a 30-year... [More]





Couple is caught in selling dilemma

Question: My husband and I bought our home in 2007 and we owe more on it than its value. If our home does not continue to depreciate, we expect that we would not be underwater in about one year. We are wondering if we should sell it then or hope it... [More]





Escrow officers can’t give legal advice

Question: As an employee of a local title company, I would like to please have you clarify your article on quitclaim deeds, to prevent any frustrations on consumers expectations of what a local escrow and title company can provide them. [More]





How to use quitclaim deeds in marriage

Question: My husband and I bought a house together last year before we got married. We just got married this month. Do I have to file a quitclaim deed for my name change only? [More]





When a real-estate partnership becomes a nightmare

Question: Last year, I purchased a home as tenants in common with a friend. I paid more than $40,000 down and my friend paid nothing down. My friend is listed as the borrower and I'm the co-borrower. We have been splitting the monthly mortgage... [More]





Sale of foreclosed houses explained

Question: I have read your columns for years but especially the last two weeks. My best friend’s house was sold at a foreclosure auction on Dec 4. The amount owed was $263,000 as of Sept. 1. Her house has an assessed value for property taxes... [More]





 
More columns
Here’s how home foreclosure sales really work  December 6
Advice if you’re trying to swoop in on a foreclosure deal  November 29
Novice real estate investors can lose their shirts  November 22
Proof of home ownership lies with the title  November 15
Forecast for 2010 housing market: slow decline  November 8
What you need to know about types of liens  November 1
The better plan: Tear house down, start anew  October 25
On reverse mortgage taxes and deductions  October 18
How to ensure title is clear  October 11
Here's the lowdown on deductions and rental property  October 4
Lender, broker roles are explained  September 27
Selecting an agent starts with compatibility  September 20
Quitclaim deed: Is it needed?  September 13
What you can do if you can’t refinance  September 6
No wiggle room for rules on tax-deferred exchanges  August 30
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