Don’t Forget — Auburn Autumn Wedding Show, October 3-4
September 30, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Yeah, I know I blogged about this before, but this is just such a great event that I don’t want you to forget. After all, how many wedding shows are in the Fall? Besides, Wedding Shows are fun, sparkly events that get brides-to-be all excited and happy and grooms-to-be tend to come along and shrug [...]
The Business of Short Sales in Auburn, WA
September 17, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Short sales are a huge part of our area’s current listing inventory and sales statistics. They’re difficult transactions and time consuming. They require specialized knowledge and dedication to the task in order to be successful. They also require impeccable business practices and an adherence to the highest of ethical standards. The business of real estate [...]
Auburn Autumn Wedding Show — First Ever!
September 17, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
Weddings are spectacular! Weddings are fun! Some weddings are huge … some are small and intimate … and all Weddings are memorable! The first annual Auburn Autumn Wedding Show, will be held at Emerald Downs on October 2nd and 3rd. More than just gowns, the Auburn Wedding Show will offer guidance and vendors to help you choose [...]
Auburn Sales Activity for August 2010
September 8, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Just in time for the start of school, 55 sales closed with Auburn addresses during the month of August, 2010. Here’s the breakdown: Residential Sales are Single Family Homes, Manufactured homes are those within parks, not on private land. Of those closed 39 single family home sales, 14 were bank owned, while 6 more were [...]
It’s ALL About ME!
September 3, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Whoo hoo! I just got notification that: I was voted the Best Real Estate Agent in Auburn, WA by KOMO News 4!! and I was a finalist in the Auburn Reporter’s “Best of” too!! This is so cool! I’m so flattered and truly grateful to everyone who voted. What an honor to be recognized! Thank [...]
Valley Cities Landing — A Perfect Solution for Homelessness in Auburn, WA
August 29, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
Housing opportunities for homeless veterans and other homeless individuals working through mental illness in Auburn, WA took a much needed gain on Friday afternoon. As an Ambassador for the Auburn Chamber of Commerce, attending opening ceremonies and participating in ribbon cuttings is just part of the position. However, being touched by the care and compassion [...]
Boring But Invaluable Real Estate Statistics for Auburn WA
August 26, 2010 by Gabrielle · 2 Comments
Yeah, I know … stats are boring. Especially putting them together every month. But when helping a seller understand what they need to do to sell their house … or why they’ll likely get the price under discussion, or why a buyer could/should pay a particular price for a home, they’re invaluable. So here’s boring, [...]
Auburn Good Ol’ Days is BUSY!
August 5, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
Here’s the schedule of events and entertainment at Auburn Good Ol’ Days, starting Friday evening, August 13th through Sunday evening, August 15th. Don’t miss the Classic Car Shows — My Favorites! FRIDAY, August 13th Goodtime All School Reunion Auburn Community BBQ 5K Fun Run, Walk, Stroll or Roll On the Mural Stage (B Street NE & [...]
Auburn Good Ol’ Days is On The Way!!
August 5, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
I love going to street fairs. They’re just FUN! Walking around with an ear of corn dripping with butter and cheese is ummmmm, YUMMY! One of the last street fairs of the season is held right down the hill from my house — in downtown Auburn — starting on August 13th, and running through the [...]
Auburn Area Mid-Summer Market Snapshot
July 20, 2010 by Gabrielle · 1 Comment
This morning’s quick Auburn Area Mid-Summer Market Snapshot shows that there’s a total of 361 active residential listings, for an average price of just under $300,000, with an average days on market of 139 days. Perhaps as expected, when comparing homes currently for sale (Active) to those under contract (Pending) to those where the sale [...]
Want to Buy or Sell in Auburn, WA? Better Use an Experienced Short Sale Agent!
May 18, 2010 by Gabrielle · 6 Comments
At a recent Short Sale and Foreclosure class, I observed that possibly over 70% of agents in the greater Seattle/Bellevue/Tacoma area have never handled a short sale or bank-owned (foreclosure) property on either the buyer or seller side. Now that may be okay in some areas of King County, but as you work your way south into the [...]
Certified Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource
May 18, 2010 by Gabrielle · 2 Comments
I recently completed requirements by the National Association of Realtors to receive certification as a Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource, although I’ve been assisting buyers and sellers of these types of properties since 2004. Taking the certification class was a fascinating experience – of the group of approximately 50 agents present, fewer than 30% of [...]
10 Fun Things to Do in Auburn Washington!
April 22, 2010 by Gabrielle · 3 Comments
10 Fun Things to Do in Auburn, Washington! 1. Shop Shop Shop (well, you know, it IS the key to happiness … err maybe that’s the money I’d save by …) … shopping at the SuperMall of the Great Northwest! Truly good buys here in a totally undercover outlet mall. Come visit! SuperMall 1101 SuperMall [...]
Amazing View and Fantastic Home — All in One!
April 20, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
This unique Northwest home has so many things to offer! The main living area with kitchen, dining room (centrally located by the kitchen and living room), and living room is open and spacious — perfect for family & friend gatherings. There are two bedrooms on the main level and one full bath. Upstairs is a [...]
Want to Sell Your House Fast?
March 12, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Drop the price! The first two months of sales data in the greater Auburn, Washington tell the story perfectly — Want or Need to Sell Your Home Fast? — Drop The Price! Or at least price it within the range of those houses that are actually selling: Granted, this little chart only shows three months [...]
