var digesttext = "<!-- Header --><!-- Items --><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/raincityguide/~3/U0W9sQTJ72Q/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Free Seattle Home Buyer Seminars at WaLaw Realty</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.raincityguide.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle\'s Rain City Real Estate Guide</a></b><br /> This year WaLaw Realty is once again hosting several free home buyer classes (sellers welcome too!). We\'ll be hosting five of &#8216;em, each with their own un..<br /><small>9 hours ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com/2012/02/09/construction-city-cabins-queen-anne/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">New Construction &#8220;City Cabins&#8221; in Queen Anne</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">urbnlivn - A Seattle condo new construction real estate blog</a></b><br /> City Cabins is a pair of new construction townhouses that were recently completed and listed for $650K each on the north end of Queen Anne. Both are 3-bedrooms..<br /><small>10 hours ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/_4AQcOi-3Fo/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Reader Rant: Seattle Home Prices Still “Make No Sense”</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> Once in a while a reader leaves a comment that deserves its own post. In the wee hours this morning, gardener1 left such a comment : Dear god, I cannot fathom ..<br /><small>11 hours ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com/2012/02/09/urbnlivn-meetup-sanctuary-tonight/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Urbnlivn Meetup at The Sanctuary TONIGHT!</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">urbnlivn - A Seattle condo new construction real estate blog</a></b><br /> Just a reminder that our meetup at The Sanctuary is tonight! We\'ll be there from 6pm to 9pm. Feel free to stop by. If I don\'t forget, I\'ll order pizza and brin..<br /><small>17 hours ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleCondosLofts/~3/oNrv0AbReIM/seattle-condo-market-update-january-2012\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Seattle Condo Market Update January 2012</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlecondosandlofts.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Seattle Condo Blog</a></b><br /> January\'s market figures were a mixed bag with that big red line in the graph below looking rather ominous. Seattle\'s median condo sales price plummeted 28.64%..<br /><small>1 day ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net/short-sale-or-foreclosure-a-homeowners-comparison/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=short-sale-or-foreclosure-a-homeowners-comparison\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Short Sale or Foreclosure? A Homeowner\'s Comparison</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net\" style=\"color:#000;\">Barnett Associates Real Estate, LLC</a></b><br />Despite the discussion of recovery and being at the real estate bottom, many homeowners are still faced with the tough decision: Short Sale or Foreclosure? Peop..<br /><small>1 day ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog/index.php/2012/02/08/bellingham-real-estate-home-loan-and-mortgage-rates-3/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Bellingham Real Estate Home Loan and Mortgage Rates</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Bellingham Real Estate Blog</a></b><br /> It\'s that time again, time to update you on the latest in home loan and mortagage rates. If you are in the market for a home loan below are the mortgage rates ..<br /><small>2 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/JxfhpE5mQ3o/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Cheapest Homes: February 2012 Edition</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> Let\'s check in again on the cheapest homes around Seattle proper. Here\'s our methodology: I search the listings for the cheapest homes currently on the market,..<br /><small>2 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com/2012/02/08/dwell-development-offer-passive-house/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Dwell Development to Offer Passive House</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">urbnlivn - A Seattle condo new construction real estate blog</a></b><br /> We\'ve posted about a few projects by Dwell Development in the past. A majority of their projects are in areas such as Rainier Valley/Columbia City and we like ..<br /><small>2 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/FMp4T3-1IcQ/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Reporting Roundup: Healing Perfect Storm Edition</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> It\'s time once again for the monthly reporting roundup, where you can read my wry commentary about the news instead of subjecting yourself to boring rehashes o..<br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://gigharborundressed.neighborhoodsundressed.com/2012/02/07/consumers-perspective-of-gig-harbors-chocolate-walk/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Consumer\'s Perspective of Gig Harbor\'s Chocolate Walk</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://gigharborundressed.neighborhoodsundressed.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">Gig Harbor Undressed</a></b><br /> Here\'s an open letter to the Gig Harbor Historic Waterfront Association (yes, it was sent to their leadership, too).  If you missed it (I\'m sorry for you), the..<br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Seattle-Condos/~3/z_1jyI9QOXk/seattle-condos.html\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Viaduct and Seattle Condos</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.seattlecondoreview.com/\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Condo Review: Reviews, News, Advice on Seattle Condos</a></b><br /> As I was driving South on 99 to the Stadium, it was great to see some progress with the Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement project . The south end of the Viaduct ..<br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net/thinking-about-remodeling-learn-what-gives-the-best-return/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=thinking-about-remodeling-learn-what-gives-the-best-return\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Thinking About Remodeling? Learn What Gives the Best Return</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net\" style=\"color:#000;\">Barnett Associates Real Estate, LLC</a></b><br />Remodeling is a excellent way to improve the comforts of home while increasing curb appeal and selling potential. As we all know, many homeowners are stuck payi..<br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.urbanashley.com/2012/02/06/new-listing-for-lease-remod/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">New Listing- FOR LEASE!  Remod&#8230;</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.urbanashley.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">UrbanAsh</a></b><br /> New Listing- FOR LEASE! Remodeled 1bd/1ba Condo in Capitol Hill- 1616 Summit # 401 $1500 per month: http://t.co/YFmLZGtj <br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/51M8mQtuAvw/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">NWMLS: Redefining “Astounding” as Prices Keep Falling</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> January market stats were published by the NWMLS this afternoon. Here\'s their press release: Housing market &#8220;healing itself,&#8221; numbers are &#8220;as..<br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.urbanashley.com/2012/02/06/srg-blog-make-your-property-sp/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">SRG Blog Make Your Property Sp&#8230;</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.urbanashley.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">UrbanAsh</a></b><br /> SRG Blog Make Your Property Sparkle!: Here are a few things to check next time you are turning your unit over. T&#8230; http://t.co/UcMdZniw <br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/maplevalley/~3/-zaQDuxST88/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Real Estate Week in Review 1.30.12 to 2.6.12 ~ Maple Valley WA</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.MapleValleyRealEstate.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">Moving Maple Valley</a></b><br />Real Estate activity for the greater Maple Valley area (including all single family homes listed and sold within the Tahoma School District) for the week of 1.3..<br /><small>3 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/R59sqEJxY1Q/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Bubble Bloggers Buying Houses: Officially a Trend</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> New Jersey . Seattle . San Diego . Three outspoken bubble bloggers who started websites in 2004 and 2005 to tell the world not to buy a home during the biggest..<br /><small>4 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheMortgagePorter/~3/umXYfmRgzhc/do-i-have-the-best-rate-possible.html\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Do I have the best rate possible?</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Mortgage Porter</a></b><br /> One of my preapproved first-time home buyers asked me if they have the \"best rate possible\".  The phrase \"best rate\" can mean different things to different peo..<br /><small>4 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com/2012/02/06/interesting-sales-week-77/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Interesting Sales Last Week</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">urbnlivn - A Seattle condo new construction real estate blog</a></b><br /> I didn\'t do a roundup last week and I probably should have because Seattle is putting on some stronger numbers than I\'ve seen in a while: 40 condos and townhou..<br /><small>4 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog/index.php/2012/02/05/bellingham-real-estate-update-how-many-homes-are-pending/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Bellingham Real Estate Update &#8211; How Many Homes Are Pending?</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Bellingham Real Estate Blog</a></b><br /> Every week we track the number of homes on the market that have offers on them and those that do not and create a ratio we call Pending Ratios. This weeks numb..<br /><small>4 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleCondosLofts/~3/H_KklZiLYj4/harvard-and-highlands-distinctive-capitol-hill-homes\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Harvard and Highlands – Distinctive Capitol Hill Homes</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlecondosandlofts.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Seattle Condo Blog</a></b><br /> Located just south of St. Mark’s Cathedral, Harvard &#038; Highland is nestled among the quiet tree-lined streets of the Harvard-Belmont Landmark District —the..<br /><small>4 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/UEA19EPO9MU/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Poll: What year will we first see 5% or more year-over-year home price gains?</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> Click &#8220;continue reading&#8221; below or use the sidebar to vote in this poll. Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to p..<br /><small>5 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheMortgagePorter/~3/zBQ-KCNUwig/im-speaking-at-mortgage-tech-summit-next-week.html\" TARGET=\"_blank\">I\'m speaking at Mortgage Tech Summit next week!</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Mortgage Porter</a></b><br /> At last year\'s Mortgage Tech Summit, I presented a session on my \"talking\" good faith estimates and rate quotes. This is something that I do for my clients to ..<br /><small>6 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/931-4dY7Wb0/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Weekly Twitter Digest (Link Roundup) for 2012-02-04</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> Hopefully the new owner will take better care of it! \"Owner neglected landmark Smith Tower\" http://t.co/B5pvBfK4 via @ seattletimes # \"2 ratings agencies lower..<br /><small>6 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/zptvy-iVbPk/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Consumer Confidence: The Long Slog Continues</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> It\'s been over six months since we visited the subject of consumer confidence, and since the most recent data was released this week , I thought it might be a ..<br /><small>6 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://gigharborundressed.neighborhoodsundressed.com/2012/02/03/gig-harbor-wild-watch-pier-into-the-night/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Gig Harbor Wild Watch Pier Into The Night</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://gigharborundressed.neighborhoodsundressed.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">Gig Harbor Undressed</a></b><br /> In case the Chocolate Walk this Saturday isn\'t exciting enough, the Gig Harbor Wild Watch crew will be hosting the Pier Into the Night event from 5:30-7:30pm (..<br /><small>6 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/raincityguide/~3/9SL2BeKIIgo/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Mortgage Tech Summit is Next Week!</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.raincityguide.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle\'s Rain City Real Estate Guide</a></b><br /> Last year, I had the privilege to attend and participate in the first Mortgage Tech Summit in Denver.  Next week, on February 9th and 10th, the next MTS will b..<br /><small>7 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/425realty/~3/aLYMbrb2ek0/kirkland-listing-finn-hill-split-level-home.html\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Kirkland Listing -- Finn Hill Split Level Home</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.425realty.com/realestate/\" style=\"color:#000;\">Eastside Real Estate Working-for-you!</a></b><br />Excellent setting! Large lot! This Finn Hill home is what you\'ve been searching for! Inside you\'ll find many updates including the kitchen, 6 panel doors and th..<br /><small>7 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://gigharborundressed.neighborhoodsundressed.com/2012/02/02/peninsula-school-district-levy/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Peninsula School District Levy</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://gigharborundressed.neighborhoodsundressed.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">Gig Harbor Undressed</a></b><br /> If you live in the Gig Harbor area, you\'re most likely aware that there is an upcoming vote on the Peninsula School District replacement levy .  I\'ve heard som..<br /><small>7 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheMortgagePorter/~3/ULcayBU5snw/should-i-refinance-my-45-mortgage.html\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Should I Refinance my 4.5% Mortgage?</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Mortgage Porter</a></b><br /> I\'m pricing out a scenario for one of my returning clients where I helped them with their refinance for their home in Seattle in May of 2009 to a 4.5% 30 year ..<br /><small>7 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/9Z7Mv2jabzM/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">January Stats Preview: “Where’s the Inventory?” Edition</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> Okay, now that the first month of 2012 is behind us, let\'s have an early look at January\'s stats. Most of the charts below are based on broad county-wide data ..<br /><small>7 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net/centurylink-field-and-midnight-lights/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=centurylink-field-and-midnight-lights\" TARGET=\"_blank\">CenturyLink Field and Midnight Lights [Video]</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net\" style=\"color:#000;\">Barnett Associates Real Estate, LLC</a></b><br />As a huge Seahawks fan, previous season ticket holder, I get excited when videos pop of the fan, stadium, and the team. Making the rounds yesterday and today on..<br /><small>8 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com/2012/02/01/invited-urbnlivn-meetup-feb-9/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">You\'re Invited! Urbnlivn Meetup on Feb 9</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.urbnlivn.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">urbnlivn - A Seattle condo new construction real estate blog</a></b><br /> Oh yeah, that\'s right. If you are reading this then you are invited to our Urbnlivn meetup on Thursday, Feb 9 from 6-9PM. We\'re partnering with our advertiser,..<br /><small>8 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog/index.php/2012/02/01/whatcom-2012-economic-forecast-with-bill-conerly/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Whatcom 2012 Economic Forecast with Bill Conerly</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Bellingham Real Estate Blog</a></b><br /> Bellingham / Whatcom County Chamber of Commerce & Industry Sponsors the Whatcom 2012 Economic Forecast The keynote speaker is national economist Bill Conerly. ..<br /><small>8 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog/index.php/2012/02/01/bellingham-home-loan-and-mortgage-rate-update-10/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Bellingham Home Loan and Mortgage Rate Update</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Bellingham Real Estate Blog</a></b><br /> Bellingham Real Estate Home Loan Rates It\'s that time again, time to update you on the latest in home loan and mortagage rates. If you are in the market for a ..<br /><small>8 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net/president-obamas-refinancing-plan-for-homeowners/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=president-obamas-refinancing-plan-for-homeowners\" TARGET=\"_blank\">President Obama\'s Refinancing Plan for Homeowners</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.barnettassociates.net\" style=\"color:#000;\">Barnett Associates Real Estate, LLC</a></b><br />This morning, in Falls Church Virginia, President Obama announced his Refinancing Plan for responsible homeowners. From the press conference, it was mentioned t..<br /><small>8 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheMortgagePorter/~3/3dvLDb1I8SM/president-obamas-costly-refi-plan-for-non-harp-qualified-homeowners.html\" TARGET=\"_blank\">President Obama\'s Refi Plan for Non-HARP Qualified Homeowners</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/\" style=\"color:#000;\">The Mortgage Porter</a></b><br /> On Wednesday, President Obama announced a plan to help underwater homeowners who do not qualify for a Home Affordable Refinance.  In order to qualify for a Hom..<br /><small>9 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SeattleBubble/~3/B_r5iDe31HM/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Case-Shiller Tiers: Seattle’s Low Tier Still Losing Big</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://seattlebubble.com/blog\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle Bubble</a></b><br /> Let\'s check out the three price tiers for the Seattle area, as measured by Case-Shiller. Remember, Case-Shiller\'s &#8220;Seattle&#8221; data is based on single..<br /><small>9 days ago</small><br /><br/ ><span class=\"blogs\"><a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/raincityguide/~3/7uLNFmjCPcc/\" TARGET=\"_blank\">Lenders Jacking the Cost to Extend Locks</a></span><br /><b><a href=\"http://www.raincityguide.com\" style=\"color:#000;\">Seattle\'s Rain City Real Estate Guide</a></b><br /> A lock extension is what is required when a loan does not close in the time frame as arranged with the original lock. 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