November 6th, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
Inventory has shrunk 20 percent since twelve months ago according to Today’s News Release by the NW Multiple Listing Service.
“Brokers added 9,344 new listings of single family homes and condominiums to inventory during October, the fewest number since December 2008 when the area was experiencing record snow accumulations. At month end, there were 38,159 active listings in the NWMLS database, a drop of 17.4 percent from the same month a year ago. At that time, the inventory included 46,189 residences.
For the four-county Puget Sound area (King, Snohomish, Pierce and Kitsap), inventory has shrunk 20 percent since twelve months ago. “
Numbers are even greater in Newcastle!
October 2009 – 84 listings on the market - 32% less than last year !
September 2009 – 99 listings on the market- 38% less than last year !
August 2009 – 116 listings on the market
July 2009 – 124 homes on the market
Last Year at This Time:
October 2008 – 136 listings on the market
September 2008 – 145 listings on the market
November 5th, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
Home Buyer Tax Credit Passes The House!
The House of Representatives has just passed the extension and expansion of the home buyer tax credit by a vote of 403-12. It is expected that it will be signed by the President either today or tomorrow. Read More details on the Home Buyer Tax Credit ..
November 4th, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
Football
Liberty’s Varsity football team, with an overall 8-1 record, are currently ranked 2nd in the KingCo 3A/2A league standings and are headed to State! Liberty claimed victories during the month of October against Juanita, Hazen, Interlake and Mt. Si. The single loss of the season came in a great Homecoming game against Bellevue.
The first round of the state playoffs is this weekend with the team going up against Camas High School on Saturday, Nov. 7th. Kick-off is at 6:00 p.m. Let’s turn out and cheer the team on to victory!
November 3rd, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
VOICE Mentoring Program (Volunteers Of Issaquah Changing Education)
The VOICE Mentor Program is looking for community volunteers to work one on one with Issaquah students. These students are referred by teachers and counselors as needing extra support whether it is academic, social or emotional. The Volunteer commitment is one hour per week through the school year. The Volunteers work in the school setting in partnership with the school staff. Volunteers routinely state that they make a strong bond with their student and “get more than they give.” We strive to make the students and mentors time together meaningful and valued.
Placements are made based on the mentors’ interests. Whether a mentor’s passion is literacy, ESL students, math or another area, we have a place for you in Issaquah schools. Please help recruit your neighbors, friends, relatives or colleagues to become a mentor.
For further information contact: Susan Gierke, VOICE Mentor Director E-mail: VOICE @issaquah.wednet.edu Phone: 425-837-7139 VOICE is funded by the Issaquah Schools Foundation in cooperation with the Issaquah School District
November 1st, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
Homebuyer Tax Credit Plan Agreed to by U.S. Senate Democrats !
If it passes, the proposal would:
1) First time Homebuyers qualify for $8,000. Current homeowners qualify for a $6,500 credit if they have lived in their residence for five years. Both must be in contract by April 30, 2010 and close by June 30th, 2010.
2) The income limits will go up (if it passes) to individuals earning up to $125,000, or $250,000 for couples, up from $75,000 for individuals and $150,000 for couples under the current law.
3) The plan would extend the credit, due to expire Nov. 30, to home purchases under contract by April 30, 2010, with borrowers allowed another 60 days to close the sale
Read Bloombergs article on the Tax Credit Extention
October 29th, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
Well I went to a halloween party last Friday, and of course waited till the last minute to pull my halloween costume out of the old box in the closet. That party was several years ago so my advice? Dont wait till the last minute to try these things one. I grabbed some scissors and with a few alterations, flew out the door. When I got there it was evident that most people had put quite a bit of thought into it. Lets face it, the ones who always win the halloween costume contests are always home made costumes. So now, with another party to go to tomorrow night, I decided I needed to step it up to a better costume. I started searching the internet for “Last Minute Costumes“. Here’s a few I found that were good, but if you have any good suggestions or pictures, pass them on … quickly!
Really Quick ideas- Funny but maybe not enough to win the contest…
* Dress in pink and carry a feather. What are you? Tickled pink.
* Dress all in black, tie a shot glass around your neck. What are you? A shot in the dark!
* Wear all black and put a postage stamp (enlarged if possible) on your chest. What are you? Black mail.
Read All of them here
October 28th, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
Last Friday night Bellevue, ranked No. 2 in the state in Class 3A, battled back and claimed a 27-21 victory over the No. 3-ranked Liberty Patriots . read article
This Weeks Games 10/30
Liberty @ Mount Si – 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Mount Si Stadium
Issaquah High School @ Woodinville 7:00-9:00 pm – Pop Keeney Field
Current Standings
King Co Conference 3A
Conf Overall Winning %
Team W L W L
Bellevue 5 0 6 2 0.750
Liberty 4 1 7 1 0.875
Interlake 3 2 6 2 0.750
Mount Si 3 2 5 3 0.625
Juanita 2 3 5 3 0.625
Mercer Island 1 4 3 5 0.375
Sammamish 0 6 1 7 0.125
King Co Conference 4A
Conf Overall Winning %
Team W L W L
Skyline 5 0 7 1 0.875
Issaquah 4 1 5 3 0.625
Newport 2 3 4 4 0.500
Redmond 2 3 2 6 0.250
Eastlake 2 3 5 3 0.625
Garfield 0 5 2 6 0.250
October 27th, 2009
Posted by Susan Moore
Disney On Ice ~ Worlds of Fantasy
Experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice!
This is a huge hit with four favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. CARS , Little Mermaid’s enchanting undersea kingdom, Tinkerbell, and the Lion King. Special bonus! See a Disney princess and a dazzling display of gorgeous gowns at the Disney Princess Pre-Show starting one hour before show time. Complimentary to all ticket holders.
The Seattle Thunderbirdsare in town ! This is non stop excitement with constant action and music that get’s you going. Suggestion: Try the Sweet Potato Fries at the concession stand. They’re made with cinnamon
Friday, December 18, 2009 @ 8:00 PM
I haven’t tried this one yet but it has been highly recommended.
