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Stuck with an investment property? 🙁 Real estate is a great investment and you’ve probably read somewhere before that there’s the potential to make a lot of money in repairing and flipping properties or keeping them as rentals.  That’s true! But also… the market fluctuates. And sometimes, real estate investing doesn’t feel like everything it … Continued

Do you need to relocate for work?  Depending on how far you’re moving, that can be a big job that requires a lot of time, effort, and money — hopefully, the new employer will help pay for the cost of the move.  In fact, if you’re wondering what sort of costs to expect, here’s a … Continued

Thinking of updating your home but don’t know where to start?  Well, at PineCone Properties, we’ve been working with real estate in Clark and Cowlitz county for quite a while now. And we’ve learned a thing or two about upgrading and repairing older homes.  In fact, to help YOU, here are some of the most … Continued

Looking for a real estate agent to help with probate? Going through probate can be a long and challenging process.  And the last thing anyone wants is to choose a real estate agent that makes the probate process MORE DIFFICULT than it needs to be.  Ideally, you’ll want to work with an agent who has … Continued

Thinking of upgrading to a tankless water heater? 🌊 Well, you’re not alone! Those are very popular among homebuyers and homeowners right now.  While tankless water heaters are more expensive than a storage water heater or a heat pump, they are also more energy-efficient and can save you money down the road.  Not to mention … Continued

Thinking of selling your home by going the traditional route… through a real estate agent?  Well, you wouldn’t be alone.  Millions of people around the nation work with real estate agents every year to make real estate transactions easier and more seamless.  But here’s a question that you might not have the answer to… What … Continued

Want to sell your home faster?  As it is, the average time to sell on the MLS is right around 90 days, according to Zillow.  And while many people, for various reasons, need to sell faster than that — maybe they need to move because of work or family changes, for instance — doing so … Continued

Are the neighbors having a little too much fun on your block? Back in the day, YOU may have been the life of the party! “Aint’ slowin’ down ‘til the sun comes up” and all that. Fun times! But, things have changed a bit and life moves on. Now you’ve got responsibilities, a job, a … Continued

Someone promising to buy your house? Well, that’s awesome.  But remember, even the most well-intended promise (from a neighbor or family member, for instance) isn’t a guarantee unless they’ve signed a contract.  It’s unfortunate, but at PineCone Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners who counted on someone’s promise to buy their home. But … Continued

Want to remodel your kitchen? According to a survey by the National Association of House Buyers, kitchen remodels are the most common type of remodeling, followed by the bathroom, the entire house, and room additions.  So you’re definitely not alone in wanting to remodel your kitchen.  But how much is it going to cost?  And … Continued

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, Some creatures were stirring – hey, was that a mouse?! The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that come morning, no bats are up there! The children were nestled, all snug in their beds, While visions of paint chips danced in … Continued

Have you considered improving your home’s air quality? It’s probably not something you spend a lot of time thinking about, but today’s buyers are actually pretty diligent about NOT buying homes with poor indoor air quality. One study by UL Environment of 1,000 consumers found that 70% of Americans are actively looking for “greener products” … Continued

Wishing your home was more modern or updated?  There are a lot of cool things that can be done with homes today (kitchen islands, efficient power systems and appliances, smart devices for controlling temperature, etc.) to increase value AND make living spaces more comfortable.  But here’s a question… Is it best for a homeowner to … Continued

Has the value of your property taken a dive?  We’ve seen it happen before. Someone buys a property and its worth steadily increases… until it doesn’t.  For one reason or another — often, a reason that’s outside of the owner’s control — the property’s value tanks.  And to help homeowners protect themselves, here are a … Continued