Home sales hit highest rate in 3 years

http://money.cnn.com/2013/03/21/news/economy/home-sales/index.html
A great article from CNN Money about the increase in sales prices. We are seeing homes going for asking price and some times more these days. Are you looking to buy or sell a home in the Seattle /Bellevue area? Give us a call so we can make it as easy as possible! Hope everyone is enjoying spring! Jackotto@remax.net

Location: Sammamish, WA, USA

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