Tips for House Hunting in Pullman WA!

Tips for House Hunting in Pullman!

 

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Our market place in Pullman Washington continues to be relatively active.  I am still out showing homes in Pullman, and that is always a great thing.  Folks are still moving within Pullman, and new folks are coming to Pullman as well.

As summer is in full swing, it can be hot when looking at homes.  Here are a few tips that might be helpful for you if you are going out to tour homes.  Let's break them down into two categories, before you look and the actual big day!

 

 

 

Before We  Look ~   Do your homework before we look.  I know, we all hate homework, but really we need to do it for our own benefit!. Here are two things you can do to ease the process.
   
Contact your lender ~  That pre-approval letter is so very important.  It tells us what price range we need to focusing on. I want to show you homes that fit your needs!   And when we find that home, it tells those  sellers you are a serious candidate come offer time!  If you need help, I am happy to pass on a few lenders names for you to interview.

enter my pullman homeUse my website ~ Look through My Pullman Real Estate Website and pick out potential candidates that have caught your eye.  And look through the listings I send and give me a list of homes that appeal to you. That gives me a better feel for what you are looking for.  Communicate with me...I am here to listen!

Take time to make a needs versus wish list ~ Tell me what you need...and what you would love to have. It will further help me zero in on some homes that I want to make sure you should see!



Now the big day is here ~ We are heading out to look at homes!  Here are a few things that you might want to remember!

Be selective ~ Ask me to show you the best candidates that fit your needs first.  I know you want to see everything...but really we spend  our   time knowing the inventory and we can ease your process by showing you the homes that meet your criteria first. If none of those are a fit, we will continue to look till we find it! I promise!  I want you to love your home!


Shoes ~ Do wear shoes that are easy to get on and off.  A lot of folks have had their carpets recently
cleaned, so they ask us to remove their shoes.  So wear some shoes that you can easily slip on and off.  Most folks dress very comfortably and that is important too! Especially if it is a warm day!

Take notes ~   If you are coming from out of town, you most likely have to see as many homes as you possibly can in a short period of time. Really it is best if you limit yourself to about 5 houses a day, but sometimes that just isn't practical.  Especially if you are coming from out of town and have a few days to find that house.  This is where the note process is most helpful.  Write notes on the fliers to remind you why you liked a home.  Discard the fliers of the homes you didn't like.  Simplify!

Take your camera ~  You won't want to take pictures of all the homes...and you will want to be selective in your pictures.  But if there is something you really like about house, snap a picture.  It will help you jar your memory later!

These are just a few of the many things that will ease your process in searching for that perfect home in Pullman!  If you are looking for that new home in Pullman Washington or Moscow Idaho, feel free to call and interview me or ask any questions you may have!

 

Lori Cofer
Pullman WA Real Estate
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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman real estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate Connection

 

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Rock Lake ~ You Gotta See This Great Place Near Pullman Washington!

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Living in Pullman, I love to find things to do in Washington that are not too far from home.  A about an hour away is beautiful Rock Lake.  It is a beautiful drive from Pullman and I enjoy the ride as well as the destination.  I enjoy seeing the changing scenery of the beautiful rolling hills of the Palouse that makes Whitman County unique.

 

 

 

Rock Lake is a favorite fishing spot.  I know my husband loves to take his fishing gear and fish.  The lake has some wonderful rather large brown trout.  It is also as a great spot for a picnic or just a place to relax.

Wildflowers at Rock Lake by Lori Cofer, Realtor®

 

 

 

 

The formation of the rock bluffs surrounding this very deep lake also make a great backdrop for beautiful pictures as well.  Here is a picture I took on my last visit.

 

Chewbacca ~ By Lori Cofer, Realtor®

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oops!  How did that get in here?  LOL!!!  I can't resist...Chewie is such a cutie!  And he had such a great time!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Round Barn Whitman County, Lori Cofer Realtor®Chewbacca ~ By Lori Cofer, Realtor®

 

 

Along the way, one of the things you will see are many farms and of course, barns.  One of the ones I stopped to take a picture of is this unique round barn.   This is one of two round barns that I am aware of near Pullman Washington.  The round barn was built to promote efficiency especially for dairy farmers.  They really are a sight to see.

 

 


So, next time you feel like taking in some unique scenery not far from Pullman, head to Rock Lake.  And don't forget the camera!






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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Looking for Pullman WA real estate or Moscow Idaho Real Estate? Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate Connection"

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Swimming in Pullman Washington ~ Inside or Out... The Choice is Yours!

Today is going to be a hot one.  According to my Facebook Fan Page it will be about 80 degrees in Pullman Washington.  What a great day to go swimming!  

I grew up in the Lewiston Clarkston Valley.  And swimming was a part of the way to beat the heat for sure.  Pools and trips to the beach were a great escape from the heat.

In Pullman we don't have the blistering heat that often tops the 100 degree range.  We tend to run about 10 degrees cooler. So we are often in the 80's or 90's.  And our Fall and Spring  are cooler.  

Hurrah for Pullman!  We have both an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.  So swimming is enjoyed year round for us!  With the weather so great today a trip to Reaney Park just might be in order.  You can take in some rays and beat the heat at our Reaney Park Pool.  Or maybe an evening swim to wash away the tensions of the day.  But come cooler temperatures, don't forget our Indoor Acquatic Center!  


Get out and explore Pullman Washington!  Have a great day Pullman!

 

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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Looking for Pullman WA real estate or Moscow Idaho Real Estate? Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate Connection"

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Pullman Washington Open Houses For Sale

Pullman Washington Open Houses ~ Sunday 2-4 (July 25-2010)

You are cordially invited to two open houses this weekend in Pullman Washington.  Both are lovely homes located on Pioneer Hill.  

815 SE Meadow Vale will be hosted by Lori Cofer.
    4 Bedrooms   
    3 Baths   
    2 Fireplaces   
    Wood Floors   
    Mature Large Lot   
    Gourmet Kitchen   
    Granite Counters   
    Sub Zero Fridge   
    Viking Stove







1360 SE Harvest Drive will be hosted by Xun Shi.
    3 Bedrooms
    2.5 Bathrooms
    Lovely Formal Living & Dining Room   
    Family Room off of Large Kitchen
    Spacious Master Bedroom and Master Bath
    Centrally Located







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Best Yard of the Month Contest in Whitman and Latah County ~ Beasley Realty

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Beasley Realty located in Pullman Washington is proud to be a part of the Best Yard of the Month for Both Whitman County and Latah County.  I am super excited for this great contest where the yards are voted on by popular demand!  How fun! 

So get out there and spruce up that yard and enter!  And if gardening isn't your thing, let that gardening neighbor of yours know!  They will LOVE you if THEY win!  They might even be willing to share some of those great flowers or produce with you!

 

 

 

There will be three rounds:

Round 1 is July 5th through July 31st.
Round 2 is August 1st through August 31st.
Round 3 is September 1st through September 30th!

You can vote once a day...and the Winner of each round will enjoy dinner and a movie on Beasley Realty plus a great yard sign to highlight all your great efforts on your beautiful yard!

The winner of each round will then be competing against each other for the grand champion round that is from October 1st through the 10th!

Submit a picture of your yard or vote for your favorite yard either in Whitman County Washington or Latah County in Idaho here at the Best of the Palouse Yard of the Month Contest



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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Looking for Pullman WA real estate or Moscow Idaho Real Estate? Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate Connection"

 

 

 

 

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Snake River Bluffs Are a Great Get Away Near Pullman Washington!

Living in Pullman, I am always amazed at wonderful places that are nearby that we can enjoy in both Washington and Idaho within just a few mintues drive.  

I have many favorite places that I like to go.  I was raised in the Lewiston Clarkston Valley which borders both Washington and Idaho, as does Pullman and Moscow.  

So being born and raised in Lewiston and Clarkston, both the Clearwater River and the Snake River flowing against the majestic bluffs remind me of home.  They always take me back to a wonderful time in my life growing up.  And I love the feel of the warm breeze that blows up the canyon in Summer.  

Please enjoy this picture that I took on one of those recent afternoons when we grabbed the picnic basket and the camera!  And if you haven't explored Washington & Idaho I would suggest you do! And don't forget the camera!

Snake River Bluffs Near Pullman WA

 

 

 

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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Looking for Pullman WA real estate or Moscow Idaho Real Estate? Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate Connection"


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The Weather is Ideal in Pullman For Enjoying The Chipman Trail Today!

The weather is fine in Pullman today!  Lovely mid 80 degree temperatures are providing a great backdrop for Pullman's Crazy Days Crazy about Art or maybe a walk along the Chipman Trail that connects Pullman Washington to our neighboring Moscow Idaho.

The Chipman Trail was opened in 1998 due to countless hours of dedication of many of our local Pullman Residents.  This 8 mile paved trail winds parallel to the highway providing both residents of Pullman and Moscow a safe and enjoyable trail that is ideal for walking, biking or skating.  Benches and rest stops are
provided along the way so you can take the time to stop and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the rolling hills of the Palouse that put on their show with the various seasons. Right now we have a beautiful patchwork effect as various crops are beginning to turn their golden colors as harvest is about a week or so away according to some farming clients that I chatted with the other day.



 


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The path is easy to access. The trail heads on the Pullman side are conveniently located next to Pullman's Quality Inn, and Moscow's trail head are found at Perimeter Drive. Get out and enjoy the weather today Pullman and Moscow....it is absolutely Paradise today!

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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Looking for Pullman WA real estate or Moscow Idaho Real Estate? Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate Connection"

 

 


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Pullman Washington's Crazy for Days Crazy About Art!

Looking for something to do in Pullman Washington?  Tomorrow, July 21, 2010, the place to be is downtown Pullman!  We will be having not 1, but 3 different events that are sure to please.  Crazy Days, a Sidewalk Art show and Pullman's Farm Fresh Market are combining for what looks like a great day with barbecues, sidewalk sales, and a peek at the work of 26 of our local artists!

Sidewalk Art ShowPullman's Crazy for Days "Crazy about Art" is set for center stage!  You don't want to miss this one!  Several of our local merchants are hosting this wonderful opportunity to take in some local Art from July 21-24.  As you check out all those Crazy Deals you can view some wonderful local artwork ...and don't forget to enter and win a piece of  our local artwork too!  

According to Pullman's Chamber of Commerce, rules are you are allowed to enter once a day per location so get out there and sign up!   An Artists reception is on the 23rd from 4-8.  Stop by and meet our local artists...it is an event in itself!

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All the fun will begin at Pullman's Farm Fresh Market on Wednesday from 4-6 in the Old Post Office Parking lot  where you can buy lovely local produce, plants, breads, flowers and grains!   Shopping Local and Buying Local is a great way to support to great community and at the same time mining some of our great local resources!  Besides, it is fun too!

After you stop by and pick up your locally grown goodies, you can head over to Reany Park for a concert in the Park with The Honey Buckets at 6!  Fortunately for me, Beasley is located downtown Pullman, so I for one am sure to slip out the door to check it out!  See you there!

For more information contact the Pullman Chamber of Commerce at 504-335-3565.  And thanks Pullman Chamber of Commerce,  The Moscow Pullman Daily News and  Hit Radio 104 for sponsoring this great opportunity to shop local and buy local in Pullman!

 

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About the Author: The above piece was provided as a community service by Lori Cofer, a local Pullman WA Real Estate Agent. Lori can be reached via email at loricofer@yahoo.com or by phone at 509-330-0086. Looking for Pullman WA real estate or Moscow Idaho Real Estate? Lori is happy to assist you in all your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate needs. Lori is "Your Pullman WA Real Estate and Moscow Idaho Real Estate Connection"

 


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Reflections on Kamiak Butte ~ Paradise Outside of Pullman WA

Today was beautiful in Pullman Washington.  The skies were blue and the temps hit around the mid 80's.  When I have clients come to Pullman from out of town often I suggest they take the hike on Kamiak Butte.

Today, I followed my own advice.  I asked my son and daughter-in-law if they would like to take a walk with the dog to Kamiak Butte.  

Kamiak Butte is only about 20 minutes outside of Pullman.  It is very near Palouse.  It is an absolute wonder. The trails are wooded and alive with green growing things.   I  love anything green...it gives me a sense of peace in this often hectic world in which we live. Kamiak Butte Trail

Today was a special one.  My daughter-in-law and my son are expecting their first child soon....my first grandchild.  I  can't begin to tell you how I will cherish this day as we walked up the gentle trail knowing that soon, there would be a new member to our family.  I can't wait to show her the beautiful area that I love so much.

 

From the top it is break taking as it provides view of the quilt work patches of ground that is so near and dear to my heart...my beloved Palouse....and Pullman my home!

 

View of the Palouse from Kamiak Butte


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815 SE Meadow Vale Pullman WA ~ Spacious 4 Bedroom Home on Pioneer Hill!

This lovely well appointed 4 bedroom 3 bath home on Pioneer Hill has everything you are looking for! Gourmet kitchen includes Italian Tile, a Viking stove, Sub Zero fridge, Bosch dishwasher and granite counters and lots of natural light. The living room with its massive white brick fireplace and nearby formal dining room make this home a perfect home for entertaining. Slider to a great deck for entertaining and enjoying the private mature landscaped back yard. Spacious Master Bedroom & Bath with Japanese tile. 3 more large bedrooms and office too! Oversized family room downstairs with 2 sliders to a fantastic back yard.. This home is one you must see to appreciate with its tall ceilings and loads of natural light. Near Kruegel Park, Lawson Gardens, Franklin Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School. Walking distice to WSU. Water Softener. Gas Furnance and Hot Water Heater. Fantastic Garage! All priced under 400K!!!

Pioneer Hill Home with Gourmet Kitchen and Large Lot in Pullman WA


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$389,000
Single Family Home
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4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Interior: 3496 sqft
Lot: 12,133 sqft
Location
815 SE Meadow Vale
Pullman, WA 99163

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