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A plain-English guide to repayment plans, loan modifications, short sales, and more, plus how to spot foreclosure scams and where to find free help in Washington.
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Plain-English guides on selling, short sales, home loans, VA benefits, and life in the South Sound.
5 VA Home Loan Myths That Keep Veterans From Using Their Benefit
Many veterans and service members never use the home loan benefit they earned because of a few common myths. Here's the truth, from a fellow veteran.
Read article →October 7, 2026How to Get Your Home Ready to Sell in the Pacific Northwest (Rain or Shine)
Moss, gutters, gray skies, and muddy entryways: here's a Pacific Northwest seller's checklist for getting your home ready to list, and which projects are actually worth the money.
Read article →October 7, 2026Living in Orting, WA: A Local’s Guide to Life in the Shadow of Mount Rainier
Thinking about moving to Orting? From the Foothills Trail to the Daffodil Parade and those Mount Rainier views, here's what it's really like to live here.
Read article →October 6, 2026Can You Do a Short Sale With Two Mortgages, a HELOC, or an HOA Lien?
A second mortgage, HELOC, or HOA lien doesn't automatically rule out a short sale. Here's how multiple liens work in a short sale and what to expect.
Read article →October 6, 2026Pre-Qualified vs. Pre-Approved: What’s the Difference When Buying a Home?
They sound alike, but sellers treat them very differently. Here's what pre-qualification and pre-approval mean, what you'll need, and why it matters before you start touring homes.
Read article →October 5, 2026Selling Your Home on PCS Orders: A Guide for JBLM and South Sound Military Families
Got PCS orders? Here's how to plan the sale of your South Sound home around your report date, including selling after you've already moved and what to do…
Read article →October 4, 2026What Does It Cost to Sell a Home in Pierce County?
From Washington's excise tax to title, escrow, and commission, here's a clear look at the costs of selling a home in Pierce County, and how to estimate what…
Read article →October 3, 2026Foreclosure Rescue Scams: 6 Red Flags Every Washington Homeowner Should Know
Homeowners who fall behind are prime targets for "rescue" scams. Learn the six biggest warning signs, and where to get real help for free.
Read article →October 2, 2026Short Sale vs. Foreclosure in Washington: What’s the Real Difference?
Both end with the home being sold, but a short sale and a foreclosure are very different for your credit, your control, and your next move. Here's how…
Read article →October 1, 2026Behind on Your Mortgage in Washington? What to Do Before Foreclosure Starts
Fell behind on your house payment in Washington? Here's how the process works, what your options are, and the first steps to take before your choices start disappearing.
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