<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Olympia Washington Real Estate News &amp; Listings Presented By Burger Professionals</title><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:15:45 GMT</lastBuildDate><item><title>5006 25th Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/5006-25th-Ave-SE-Lacey-Washington/i/254665/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />This home has CHARISMA! Light, bright, open floor plan, hardwoods, flagstone fireplace, plaster walls, bedroom built-ins, vaulted ceiling. The best part? A large .26 acre wooded lot that borders a greenbelt making it wonderfully private. Spacious &amp;amp; relaxing, perfect for BBQs, gardening, playtime, lazy afternoons spent in your hammock, on the covered patio or explore the community's Wonderwood Park! Newer windows, electric panel, roof. Charming, quiet, private... yet close to everything!]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/5006-25th-Ave-SE-Lacey-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/5006-25th-Ave-SE-Lacey-Washington</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:42:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>3535 Francis Dr SE, Lacey, WA 98503</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/3535-Francis-Dr-SE-Lacey-Washington/i/247514/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Secluded and private yet close to shopping, parks, schools and military bases. This Lake view home sits on .49 acre lot w/fruit trees and a covered deck to enjoy the view &amp;amp; great for entertaining. There's also space for your hot tub. Home is a 4 bdrm septic w/5 bdrm floor plan. Downstairs is a spacious family room also plumbed for second kitchen,fireplace,2 bdrms, laundry rm and bath. Upstairs has 3 bdrm's,living rm,kitchen &amp;amp; dining. Gorgeous kitchen w/granite countertops and eating bar.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/3535-Francis-Dr-SE-Lacey-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/3535-Francis-Dr-SE-Lacey-Washington</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Aug 2010 10:25:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>1032 E Beacon Ave, Montesano, WA 98563</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/1032-E-Beacon-Ave-Montesano-Washington/i/245968/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />Step into yesteryear and see the grace and elegance this home has to offer. This lovely home sits on just shy of 3 acres. A wonderful place to come home to, or maybe use as a business. A B&amp;amp;B might work nicely here. 4 bedrooms 2.25 baths, large formal dining room, large living room with sun room off to the side, kitchen boast lovely solid wood cupboards and eating area. Features must be seen to be appreciated. Outside is your peace of mind. See Virtual Tour. Call today to make your appointment]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/1032-E-Beacon-Ave-Montesano-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/1032-E-Beacon-Ave-Montesano-Washington</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2010 10:19:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>109 Bay Ridge Ct, Shelton, WA 98584</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/109-Bay-Ridge-Ct-Shelton-Washington/i/245858/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />This beautifully landscaped home in popular Grandview Heights has a welcoming covered front porch, great patio &amp;amp; backyard, but it doesn't stop there. Bright, open &amp;amp; spacious; this floor plan features a huge kitchen w/breakfast bar, stainless appliances, vaulted ceilings, FP, 2 main floor bdrms, w/the 3rd oversized bdrm &amp;amp; full bath up - could easily be a bonus / family room. Relaxing master bath w/soaking tub &amp;amp; separate shower, walk in closet. Priced to sell fast. HURRY! This one won&amp;acirc;??t last!]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/109-Bay-Ridge-Ct-Shelton-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/109-Bay-Ridge-Ct-Shelton-Washington</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jul 2010 10:28:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>3108 181st Ave SE, Tenino, WA 98589</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/3108-181st-Ave-SE-Tenino-Washington/i/245304/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />Take a look at this wonderful rambler in the country with easy commute to Olympia or Centralia. This 3 bedroom home has new carpet &amp;amp; vinyl flooring &amp;amp; is in move in ready condition. Enjoy the large fenced back yard on your covered patio. Also features a large oversized garage and plenty of storage space &amp;amp; a circular drive. New roof Nov 09. Freezer &amp;amp; riding lawn mower included in sale. New paint on the inside &amp;amp; outside complete the package. Great home for the price. Don't let this one slip away!]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/3108-181st-Ave-SE-Tenino-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/3108-181st-Ave-SE-Tenino-Washington</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:21:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>1508 Fitz Hugh Ct SE, Olympia, WA 98513</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/1508-Fitz-Hugh-Ct-SE-Olympia-Washington/i/242910/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />4 Bedroom Home! Close to I-5! Very well maintained home in middle of cul-de-sac. Fenced backyard gives plenty of room to play. This home is light and airy, wonderfully open floor plan. Formal dining room located just off of the very open kitchen. Living room has vaulted ceiling and gas fire place. Master bedroom downstairs with bath off master and huge walk in closet. The laundry room is off garage with plenty of storage. Upstairs has bonus room and 3 additional bedrooms. A truly must see home]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/1508-Fitz-Hugh-Ct-SE-Olympia-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/1508-Fitz-Hugh-Ct-SE-Olympia-Washington</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:21:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>12221 Rock View Lane SE, Tenino, WA 98589</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/12221-Rock-View-Lane-SE-Tenino-Washington/i/242079/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />Peace &amp;amp; quiet of the country, yet close to town! Nicely updated rambler on 2+ acres is a must see! New covered porch welcomes you into this bright spacious home featuring a lg open l/room with new carpeting &amp;amp; cozy Fireplace. Big open kitchen features new granite counters, eating bar, newer appl and tile floors. lg dining area with nice h/woods. 3 Lg bdrms &amp;amp; 2 full bth. Step out on your deck &amp;amp; enjoy your lg private backyard, &amp;amp; fire pit. HUGE 1000+ sqft shop big enough for all your toys &amp;amp; hobbies!]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/12221-Rock-View-Lane-SE-Tenino-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/12221-Rock-View-Lane-SE-Tenino-Washington</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:23:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>574 Brady Loop Rd E, Montesano, WA 98563</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/574-Brady-Loop-Rd-E-Montesano-Washington/i/239771/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />A true piece of paradise. 142 acres m/l, with impressive 90'x150' old growth red cedar barn built in 1915. Property has water rights and prime crop-growing soil, in Ag Open Spaces. Over 580' of Chehalis River frontage, with native cottonwood trees. Barn has multiple bays, one 14' high. 3 phase power at barn. Milking barn has tongue &amp;amp; groove flooring in attic storage. Well maintained 4 bedroom home, mature landscaping &amp;amp; beautiful raised bed garden. Private and quiet, yet only minutes from town.]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/574-Brady-Loop-Rd-E-Montesano-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/574-Brady-Loop-Rd-E-Montesano-Washington</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 10:16:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>6530 Rich Road SE, Olympia, WA 98501</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/6530-Rich-Road-SE-Olympia-Washington/i/238510/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/6530-Rich-Road-SE-Olympia-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/6530-Rich-Road-SE-Olympia-Washington</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 23:51:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>10821 Stedman Rd SE, Rainier, WA 98513</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/10821-Stedman-Rd-SE-Rainier-Washington/i/237974/0/t?pid=" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />Ahhh...a Country Home Sweet Home! Ideal location just outside the City (15 min-Oly,Lacey/10min-Tumwater, Rainier, Tenino) Stroll across the street to beautiful Tempo Lake: picnic,fish,tennis or just relax. Chehalis Walk/Bike Trail &amp;amp; Deschutes River less than &amp;Acirc;&amp;frac12; mile away. This beautiful rambler was completely renovated from electric wiring up, includ'g new appliances &amp;amp; craft room/office. On a private &amp;amp; lush 2.5 acres w/36x36 barn, horse stalls &amp;amp; seasonal creek! Come see-you&amp;acirc;??ll feel right at home!]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/10821-Stedman-Rd-SE-Rainier-Washington</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/property/10821-Stedman-Rd-SE-Rainier-Washington</guid><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jun 2010 10:22:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I Buy a Home Now?</title><description><![CDATA[<p>I'm often asked if this is a good time to buy a home.  Some clients are concerned that home prices may fall further than they have already.  They are assuming that the best course of action is to wait for the bottom in the market and then buy.  The problem with this approach is that you don't know where the bottom is until you see it in the rear view mirror, meaning until you've missed it!</p>
<p>Home prices are one factor in determining your cost of ownership, but so are interest rates and financing availability.  Even though interest rates have gone up in the last six months, they are still near historic lows.  Since your monthly mortgage payment is a combination of paying down your principal and paying the interest owed, if home prices come down a little further but interest rates   up, it could cost you even more to service a mortgage on an identical home!</p>
<p>While a home is a major investment, it is also the center of your personal life.  It's important to live in a home that reflects your taste and values, yet is within your financial "comfort zone."  To that end, it may be more important to lock in today's relatively low interest rates and low home prices, rather than to hope for a further break in prices in the future.</p>
<p>Please give me a call if I can be of any assistance in determining how much home you can afford in today's market.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.olympiahomes.com/Blog/Should-I-Buy-A-Home-Now</link><guid>http://www.olympiahomes.com/Blog/Should-I-Buy-A-Home-Now</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2010 13:07:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>