|
Sam Mikel - The Columbian Readers Choice for Best Realtor in Clark County 2010; Scott Mikel won that award in 2009!
|
 Compare three mortgages at one time.
Download TripleCalc now. It's free. |
Scoll Mikel & Associates are one of
The Top Selling Real Estate Experts™
Find Out More > |
|
|
 |
 |
About Vancouver WA: Moving to
Vancouver, Washington? Get info here... |
|
Vancouver WA Relocating?: Free real
estate information & relocation package if you're relocating to Vancouver,
WA |
|
Local Vancouver Real Estate Market: Local Vancouver real estate market conditions, property valuation
trends & forecasts, Vancouver housing costs, and more |
|
Vancouver School Information: Vancouver
schools and the education system in Washington: kindergarten, elementary, high
schools, colleges & universities |
|
Local Vancouver Economy: Vancouver WA, US,
economy & local business climate, Washington economic conditions, biggest
Washington employers & industries, natural resources |
|
Vancouver United States Neighborhoods: Neighborhoods, sub-divisions, gated communities, and unincorporated
towns in Vancouver, Washington |
|
Things To Do: Things to do in
Vancouver: entertainment, dining, the arts, cultural events, major league
sports & sporting events, shopping malls, tourist attractions, historic
places, natural landmarks, and more |
|
Local Maps & Links: Vancouver
maps & local/Washington web site links for news & media, TV stations,
radio stations, daily Vancouver newspapers, transportation, airports & bus
terminals, Washington & local government, and more |
|
Local Weather: Weather in
Vancouver, Washington: spring, summer, winter, and fall climate
changes |
|
Vancouver Photo Gallery: Tour
Washington in pictures |
Please Sign Up For The
Latest Listings and the Latest Real Estate News
|
Bargain Properties >Bargain Homes
Most buyers want a home that is in tip-top condition and ready for them to occupy, but many homes sell for bargain prices because they need work. Buyers love "fixer-uppers" for the obvious reasons: the affordable price and the satisfaction of remodeling the house to accommodate your tastes and needs.
Whether you are buying the property for yourself or as an investment, choose a house that is in a good location and structurally sound. It should be priced enough below market value (usually 25%) to allow plenty of room for a profitable re-sale after the work is completed.
It is important to educate yourself before taking on a fixer-upper project. Inexpensive cosmetic improvements often give the greatest return on your investment-- paint will increase the value three times for every dollar invested. Landscaping, carpeting, and light fixtures are also relatively inexpensive improvements. Try to avoid purchasing a house that needs expensive structural improvements such as a new roof, plumbing, wiring, or foundation repairs.
Remodeling a kitchen will rarely add more than the cost of the upgrade, but new appliances usually give a fine return. An extra bathroom is the best renovation from an investment point of view, often giving twice its cost in added value.
|
|
| Q |
What is the role of the U.S. Housing Authority?
|
| A |
Created in 1937 by FDR, the U.S. Housing Authority provides construction loans to small communities and states. |
 See More Real Estate Trivia > |
|
|
|
|
- NUMBER1EXPERTS™ 
