Kena Brashear (www.kenabrashear.com) : Blog http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php This page contains the blog. Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:36:36 -0700 http://ubertor.com/?v=1.0 en 1230 Birch St http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/66 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 21:47:06 -0700 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/66 Mt. Biker's paradise close to Whatcom Falls & Bloedel, and right at the entrance to the world class trail system on Gailbraith. Better than new (built in early 2010) 2 story w/open kitchen (fully applainced w/range, dishwasher, fridge & microwave & under counter lighting) and large living space. Laundry room is located upstairs near the bedrooms and new washer & gas dryer stay. Great personal touches including Hunter Douglas blinds & custom garage flooring.  3 bedrooms/ 2 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom & 1 1/4 bathroom, 2,111+/- sf offered at just $359,900.  ]]> 3873 Levitt St Pended in 1 day! http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/65 Tue, 04 May 2010 22:54:51 -0700 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/65 Recently listed and pended a cute as a button Silver Beach Rambler.  List price $209,000
3873 Levitt St Bellingham, WA 98226.
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]]> 3036 Barkley Grove Lp Price Reduced http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/63 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 22:45:52 -0800 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/63 PRICE REDUCED. 3036 Barkley Grove Lp Bellingham, WA 98226.

$284,900   3 Bedrooms 1.75 bathrooms 1435+/-s.f.

Immaculate light & bright rambler near Barkley Village w/an open floor plan and tons of upgrades. Home offers customized chef's kitchen w/pergo floors, beveled counter tops, lots of storage space, custom blinds and much more. Front bedroom is currently used as TV room and could make a great office or den.

]]> Price Reduced Condo in Fairhaven http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/62 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:03:44 -0800 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/62 Picture perfect new 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo in the heart of Fairhaven. Minutes to ferry terminal, trails, schools, restaurants, grocery store, and shops. Condo has all sorts of upgrates including stainless appliances. 910 Harris Unit A208 (Harris Square Condos), Bellingham, WA 98225. Offered at just $259,900. Contact Kena Brashear, The Muljat Group Realtors (360) 920-3210.

]]> 168 Heritage Lane Price Reduced! http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/61 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:21:17 -0800 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/61 168 HERITAGE LANE Price reduced and now offered at just $469,950.  5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 3,404 +/- s.f. home on a 18,730 +/- s.f lot. Gorgeous new mid-county home that has master suites on main & upper floors. Beautiful home with formal dining, hardwood floors, built-ins, large game room w/wet bar & lanai, slab granite counter tops, two fireplaces, wired for sound, security & installed vac., huge 3 car garage, built-in sauna, and Mt Baker views.

]]> Builder's Stimulus Package http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/60 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:04:31 -0700 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/60 Skeers Construction offers a new “Builder's Stimulus Package”.  $8,000 credit to ALL buyers, not just first-timers. Limited time offer.  New construction homes starting at just $359,950.  Take a look at 765 Governor Place & 1226 Birch St. Contact Kena Brashear, The Muljat Group Realtors (360) 920-3210 for more details!

]]> 1204 High Street http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/59 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 02:12:05 -0800 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/59 Bellingham WA Investment Property. Possible Owner Contract!

Victorian tri-plex blocks to Western Washington University that has been tastefully updated, yet still maintains charm. Duplex in the front, detached house in back. Offers wood floors, banisters, wrapped windows, pocket doors, updated wiring, updated insulation, newer roof, newer vinyl windows and a large fenced back yard w/garden space.

Total monthly income $3,850.  All units are leased thru Sept 2009!  Call Kena Brashear with The Muljat Group Realtors (360) 920-3210 for more information.  List price is $649,000. 

]]> First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/56 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 22:13:49 -0800 Kena Brashear General http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/56 An interesting article explaining the new tax credit for first-time home buyers...

First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit: 6 Things to Know

February 17, 2009 06:19 PM ET | Luke Mullins | Permanent Link | Print

While the proposed $15,000 home-buyer tax credit died in negotiations between the House and the Senate, the $787 billion stimulus bill that President Barack Obama signed into law Tuesday includes a similar--albeit smaller--measure designed to help revive the real estate market. Here are six things you need to know about the freshly-enacted $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit.

1. Eight grand, new buyers: The tax credit included in the economic stimulus legislation is much narrower than the $15,000 proposal. This credit is equivalent to 10 percent of the purchase price of the home--although it's capped at $8,000--and applies only to first-time home buyers and principal residences. But unlike an earlier $7,500 home buyer tax credit, this one does not have to be repaid.

2. First time buyers defined: For the purpose of this legislation, a "first-time home buyer" is someone who hasn't owned a principal residence for three years before buying a house. (The date of purchase is considered the day that the title is transferred.) That means if you've owned a vacation home--but not a principal residence--within the past three years, you would still qualify for the credit.

3. 2009 buyers only: Only those who purchase a home on or after January 1 and before December 1, 2009 are eligible for the credit. Anyone who bought a home last year won't be able to take advantage of it.

4. Income limits: The tax credit is subject to income limitations. Single buyers need a modified adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less to qualify for the full credit, that's $150,000 for married couples. Those earning more than these thresholds may be eligible for reduced credits.

5. Refundable: Because the tax credit is "refundable," qualified buyers can take advantage of it even if they don't have much tax liability.

6. Recapture: Buyers have to own the home for at least three years in order to capitalize on the credit. If they sell the home before then, they will have to return the credit to the government. (Exceptions will be made in certain cases, such as death or divorce.)

Article copied from Us News & World Report, 2-16-09

]]> 4251 Wintergreen Cir #178, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/55 Sat, 06 Oct 2007 04:09:54 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/55 I just finished uploading this Apartment for sale, 4251 Wintergreen Cir #178, Bellingham, WA

880 +/- sf. Immaculate ground floor condo in Fir Ridge. Backs up to nice, flat grassy yard. All appliances stay including full size washer & dryer. Handicap accessible

]]> 10 Kenoyer Drive, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/53 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:29:35 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/53 I just sold this Vacant Land at 10 Kenoyer Drive, Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 3557 Skylark Loop, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/51 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:28:49 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/51 I just sold this House at 3557 Skylark Loop, Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 1809 E. Sunset, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/49 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:28:30 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/49 I just sold this Vacant Land at 1809 E. Sunset, Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 201 N. Commercial, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/47 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:28:06 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/47 I just sold this Multi-Family Properties at 201 N. Commercial, Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 2715 Wildrose Ct, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/45 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:27:59 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/45 I just sold this House at 2715 Wildrose Ct, Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 1300 Texas St., Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/43 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:27:46 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/43 I just sold this Multi-Family Properties at 1300 Texas St., Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 960 Harris B505, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/41 Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:51:08 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/41 I just finished uploading this Apartment for sale, 960 Harris B505, Bellingham, WA

This picture perfect Fairhaven Condo is close to ferry terminal, trails, train, parks, schools, restaurants & shops. Living in the heart of Fairhaven is the ideal lifestyle for everyone.

]]> 2516 Dean Ave., Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/40 Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:46:41 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/40 I just sold this House at 2516 Dean Ave., Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 4247 Wintergreen Ln, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/39 Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:46:32 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/39 I just sold this Apartment at 4247 Wintergreen Ln, Bellingham, WA .

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]]> 5360 Mission Rd, Bellingham, WA http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/38 Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:31:02 -0700 Kena Brashear Listings http://www.kenabrashear.com/Blog.php/38 I just finished uploading this House for sale, 5360 Mission Rd, Bellingham, WA

Builder's personal home on nearly 5 acres that offers fabulous Mt.Baker views, large deck, propane hook-ups for BBQ on deck & patio, office, Brazilian cherry floors, radiant heat, large finished basement w/wet bar (possible in-law suite), h2O purification system, central vac, skylights, smart wired, and has approved plans for a 43x45 shop

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