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October 2011 Sales Report

Everything!, Long Beach Peninsula, New Listings, Our Listings, Real Estate | Posted by Cheri Diehl
OCTOBER 2011 SALES REPORT

 

October was a pretty nice month, both weather-wise and sales-wise!  16 single family homes listed with the Northwest Multiple Listing Service sold during the month.  There were also 6 vacant land sales during that period of time.  It was encouraging to me that of the sales, only two of the homes were bank owned.  There are still some great buys here at the beach and interest rates are still incredibly low per Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

According to NWMLS, October was a month for “Tricks and Treats” in home sales.  Pending sales up, sale prices down.  To read the whole report, click NWMLS NR (Oct 2011).

As of this post, there are 336 single family homes/condos in “Active” Status.  If you’re looking for a beach home for either vacations or full time living, the inventory is high, sellers are motivated, interest rates are good, and Discovery Coast Real Estate is here to help!   And sellers, as of today there are 37 homes in pending status – buyers are out there so don’t get discouraged!

Come to the beach and dig some razor clams, stop by the office and pick up the 2012 Tide Tables too!

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Everyone loves a contest!

Everything!, Long Beach Peninsula, Real Estate | Posted by Cheri Diehl

Here’s your chance to win something – I won’t tell you what, but it will be worth the time you put into this little contest.

First, go to our site: Discoverycoastrealestate.com.  Find my blog link on the home page.  Not difficult, is it?  But if this was the first time you’d visited the site, what would it take you to click on that link?  Does “Cheri’s Blog” excite you and make you think you’re going to get some great info there?  I didn’t think so.

Well, that’s the contest folks.  Come up with a name for that link and send it to me: Cheri Diehl before April 15.  The winner will be chosen by a tough panel – me.

Are you keeping an eye on the market?  Here’s a report on what sold in March. March Sales  If you have questions about any of these properties, let me know.  If you’re a buyer, interest rates are still holding.  Want more info on what you can buy?  Contact us soon – agents are standing by!  Discovery Coast Real Estate Email. 

Razor-clam dig approved at two beaches April 7-9

 OLYMPIA – State shellfish managers today announced that the first of two razor-clam digs scheduled in April will proceed as planned, after marine toxin tests confirmed the clams are safe to eat.

Two ocean beaches – Long Beach and Twin Harbors – will be open for clam digging on morning low tides April 7-9.  No digging will be allowed after noon.  If you’ve been worried about whether it’s safe to come to the beach and clam, you’ll want to read this Dept of Health Bulletin.

What else is happening at the beach?  For more information on any of these events, plus more fun to come, visit Funbeach!

April 8, 9, 10 Peninsula Players Present: Fantasticks
April 23 Beach Clean Up
April 30 Ilwaco Saturday Market Begins


Here’s a quick tip – would you like to see more of these?  Let me know!



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Doggie Olympics Fans:  If you would like to join the Doggie Olympic Committee, our first meeting will be held on Thursday, April 14th at 5 PM at the Breakers Meeting Room in Long Beach.  Check the Facebook Page!

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Credit Consequences

Everything!, Long Beach Peninsula, Real Estate | Posted by Cheri Diehl

Here’s an interesting article regarding what happens to your credit should you lose your home to foreclosure, be forced to do a short sale, file bankruptcy, etc.  CREDIT CONSEQUENCES

Remember, your credit score is priceless, so protect it!

Did you know there’s still time to qualify for the home buyer’s tax credit for 2010?  If you’ve been dragging your feet about buying a home because you didn’t think you’d make the cut-off, call me now and let’s get going!

Big Clamming Weekend coming up, along with the 6th Annual Bluegrass Festival.  Ongoing during Spring Breaks is the Spring Fling at the Kite Museum.

If you’re in the area, stop by the Shelburne Inn, Seaview, and chat with the Clatsop Weavers & Spinners Guild who demonstrate spinning Thursday evenings at 5:00 p.m.  Just to make it more special, this Thursday, March 25, from 5-7 pm, it’s the Twitter WAMerlot Wine Tasting!

And there’s one good reason to visit the beach (other than looking for real estate!) so check it out at FUNBEACH!

That’s all for now.  Enjoy the sunshine if you have it (we do!) and call me soon to take advantage of the tax credit, great prices, low interest rates and plenty to chose from.

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Clam Dates Announced!

Everything!, Long Beach Peninsula, Real Estate | Posted by Cheri Diehl

clamNEWS RELEASE Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife October 29, 2009Contact: Dan Ayres, (360) 249-4628 Razor clam dig on 2 ocean beaches starts Nov. 4

OLYMPIA – Clam diggers got the go-ahead to proceed with the second razor-clam dig of the fall season starting Wednesday, Nov. 4, on evening tides at two ocean beaches.  Long Beach will open on Nov. 4, 6 and 7 only. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the digs after a series of marine toxin tests confirmed the clams were safe to eat. Digging at the beaches will be restricted to the hours between noon and midnight.

Additional digging opportunities are planned at five ocean beaches in mid-November. Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager, said the department was able to offer the early November digs at Long Beach and Twin Harbors due to the abundant razor clam populations on those beaches. “With more clams available for harvest south of Grays Harbor, we can offer these digging opportunities in addition to the ones that will include all beaches coming up later this month,” Ayres said.

The best time to start digging is an hour or two before low tide, said Ayres, who also recommends that clam diggers take lights or lanterns and check weather and surf conditions before heading out. Harvesters are allowed to take no more than 15 razor clams and must keep the first 15 they dig, regardless of size or condition. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container. A license is required for anyone age 15 or older. Any 2009 annual shellfish/seaweed license or combination fishing license is still valid. Another option is a razor-clam only license available in annual or three-day only versions. Descriptions of the various options are available on the WDFW website at fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov.

Opening dates and evening low tides FOR LONG BEACH are:  Wednesday, Nov. 4 (7:33 p.m. -1.3 ft.), Friday, Nov. 6 (9:07 p.m. -0.9 ft.) Saturday, Nov. 7 (9:59 p.m. -0.5 ft.)

In addition, WDFW has tentatively scheduled three other digs through Jan. 3. Dates scheduled in mid-November are:  Saturday, Nov. 14 (4:34 p.m. -0.3 ft.) , Sunday, Nov. 15 (5:21 p.m. -0.7 ft.), Monday, Nov. 16 (6:05 p.m. -0.9 ft.)

Dates scheduled Dec. 2 through Jan. 3 are:

Wednesday, Dec. 2 (6:32 p.m. -1.2 ft.) ,  Friday, Dec. 4 (8:04 p.m. -1.3 ft.) Saturday, Dec. 5 (8:51 p.m. -0.9 ft.) Thursday, Dec. 31 (6:16 p.m. -1.1 ft.), Friday, Jan. 1 (7:01 p.m. -1.8 ft.) ,Saturday, Jan. 2 (7:45 p.m. -1.6 ft.),  Sunday, Jan. 3 (8:29 p.m. -1.2 ft.)

Thanks to Funbeach for this update.  I will have 2010 Tide Books in the office starting next week!  Drop by and pick up a couple.

Have you checked out the home page of Discovery Coast Real Estate?  How do you like the new look?

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October is here!

Everything!, New Listings, Real Estate | Posted by Cheri Diehl
Peeking at us Believe it or not, October is here.  Only 63 days until the end of 2009!

Just a reminder about some great new listings that are exclusive to Discovery Coast Real Estate.  As you can see, we’ve been busy:

32209 K Pl., Surfside

Seaview Oceanfront

27858 Y Pl – Septic In

14 Lots!

Ready to Use Lot!

2 Lots – 241st & Gile
  • FYI:  The 2009 Washinton Legislature passed a law requiring the Building Code Council to adopt a rule requiring installation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) monitors in homes.  This rule will be in effect and all new construction must conform by July 1, 2010.  It’s also possible that sellers will be required to install the monitors prior to a buyer taking occupancy.  It is also likely that landlords will be required to install carbon monoxide monitors not later than January 1, 2013.  Specific requirements will depend on the language of the rule.  When it’s all settled, I will let you know the outcome.  HOWEVER, this legislation emphasizes that our homes should be equipped with CO monitors.  Over 20,000 people are treated annually in emergency rooms, nationwide, for carbon monoxide poisoning and approximately 500 die.  In Washington, more than 1000 people suffered from poisoning and 8 died after the 2006 windstorm.  A Carbon Monoxide monitor can cost less than $50 and could save your life and the lives of your loved ones.  CO cannot be detected by human senses and can pass through garage and apartment walls.


Here’s what’s coming up at the beach this month:

Tapas and Tango

A Love Affair With Music

And there’s a lot more!  Check out Funbeach for everything Autumn


Tentative Clamming Dates:

Evening digs are tentatively planned at Twin Harbors (Oct. 16-19); Long Beach and Copalis (Oct. 16, 17 and 18); and Mocrocks and Kalaloch Beach (Oct. 17 and18). Digging at all beaches will be restricted to the hours between noon and midnight.

Tentative opening dates and evening low tides in October are:

§  Friday, Oct. 16 ( 5:50 p.m. -0.5 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis

§  Saturday, Oct. 17 (6:38 p.m. -0.8 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks, Kalaloch

§  Sunday, Oct. 18 (7:23 p.m. -1.1ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks, Kalaloch

§  Monday, Oct. 19 (8:06 p.m. -1.1 ft.) Twin Harbors

Digs scheduled in November include:

§  Wednesday, Nov. 4 (7:33 p.m. -1.3 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors

§  Thursday, Nov. 5 (8:18 p.m. -1.2 ft.) Twin Harbors

§  Friday, Nov. 6 (9:07 p.m. -0.9 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors

§  Saturday, Nov. 7 (9:59 p.m. -0.5 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors

§  Saturday, Nov. 14 (4:34 p.m. -0.3 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks

§  Sunday, Nov. 15 (5:21 p.m. -0.7 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks

§  Monday, Nov. 16 (6:05 p.m. -0.9 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks, Kalaloch

§  Tuesday, Nov. 17 (6:47 p.m. -0.8 ft.) Twin Harbors

Digs scheduled December 2 through Jan. 3 include:

§  Wednesday, Dec. 2 (6:32 p.m. -1.2 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors

§  Thursday, Dec. 3 (7:18 p.m. -1.4 ft.) Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks

§  Friday, Dec. 4 (8:04 p.m. -1.3 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks, Kalaloch

§  Saturday, Dec. 5 (8:51 p.m. -0.9 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks, Kalaloch

§  Thursday, Dec. 31 (6:16 p.m. -1.1 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks, Kalaloch

§  Friday, Jan. 1 (7:01 p.m. -1.8 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks, Kalaloch

§  Saturday, Jan. 2 (7:45 p.m. -1.6 ft.) Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, Mocrocks

§  Sunday, Jan. 3 (8:29 p.m. -1.2 ft.) Twin Harbor


That’s all the news for today.  I’d love to hear your comments and suggestions for future posts!


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