Seattle Real Estate – The best real estate deals in Seattle including foreclosures, unlisted property, bank owned homes, and other hot real estate deals personally chosen by Christian Nossum – Seattle MLS Search

My professional opinion? Nope. As a real estate agent, numerous studies have shown that around 80-90% of people start their real estate search online. I think we will soon see studies showing that more and more people will find their home by seeing an “online friend” post a status update on Facebook, or a tweet on twitter, with a link to a website built specifically to showcase every aspect that home has to offer (like a video tour, professional photos, and a long list of features that may not fit on a traditional printed flyer sitting in front of the house, soaked by all of the rain we have in Seattle). I personally use all of these methods to sell all of my clients’ homes, and I’m always learning new methods and trying to stay in front of the curve when it comes to new social media and technology tools. That is why I volunteer as a board member of the Social Media Club of Seattle. By being involved with SMC Seattle and seeing some of the top minds in the social media revolution in both Seattle and in the world, I am able to see opportunities to market homes in unique ways and spread the word about my thoughts on real estate in Seattle. Without social media, it would have been almost impossible for me to do this since I don’t have the resources or connections to have my own real estate television channel or daily article in the local paper. Social media allows me to broadcast my message for relatively little money.

My personal opinion? No way. The transparency of social media like Facebook & Twitter opens doors to meet and enjoy more in life than ever before. For example, I’ve seen two amazing plays for free (with a $50 price tag for the worst seat in the house each time) without knowing anyone that works in the ticket office or at the actual theater the plays were at. I just belong to a Facebook Group that sends out “free comp ticket” notices when the theater need to fill seats (last night I got front row center seats – FOR FREE!). I would have never gone without Facebook. Facebook and Twitter also help me keep in touch with friends, enemies, and even relatives I sometimes wish I could forget, and helps strengthen relationships with new found friends or acquaintance and “online friends” that I’d like to get to know better. I also find great articles and even restaurant recommendations there.

Social media is here to stay. In 5 years it probably won’t look much like it does today. Heck, in 1 year it will change and grow into something that is different than it is today. As time goes on, I will grow with social media too, and I will continue to use it to share my thoughts, connect with people, and even market real estate. The revolution is here to stay, and if you want to use it, jump on board now because the train is picking up steam.

This house hasn’t hit the market yet, but once it does it is going to fly! At $259,900, it is underpriced and ready to move.

NOT A SHORT SALE!

It’s a cute 2 bed, 1 bath home in North Seattle that’s ready to be lived in. Lots of updates, but much of the original charm is still intact as well. Contact Christian Nossum with Wilson Realty Exchange, Inc for more info or to set up an appointment to see it – 206.949.3048 or Christian@DealsInSeattle.com.
(This is not Christian’s listing, but he has permission from the seller to advertise it.)

This is a great home, built by a local builder for himself. He’s lived here the last 6 years (it was built in 2003), and now he’s moving on. That presents a great opportunity for a deal. Why? Because this builder is well versed in selling homes, and is willing to be creative. Ever thought about trading your home for this one? He’d consider that. Ever thought about not getting a loan from a bank and instead having the seller finance the deal for you? That’s a possibility. Plus, don’t be afraid to make an offer on this home. If you are thinking of offering less than the asking price, let’s do it! The seller is a builder – you’re not going to hurt his feelings. Interested? You haven’t even heard about the house yet!

The house in itself is just awesome. It was custom built by the builder for himself, so you know it’s solidly built. The 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 2860sqft house is loaded with high end touches throughout including box beam ceilings, built in sound system inside and out, an outdoor natural gas fire pit, high end Kohler fixtures throughout the house, jetted master tub, and even a hot water car wash valve outside to help keep that car looking nice and clean. The house also has a separate 1 bed, 1 bath rental unit in the basement with a separate entrance and includes its own security system. It was last rented for $950/month. It’s only a block and a half from the Burke Gilman Trail and Lake Union, and you’re within the Seattle School District boundaries for the award winning John Stanford International School.

If you have any interest in checking this place out in person, if you have any questions, or if you already know that you want to make an offer, contact me – call or text me at 206.949.3048, or email me anytime – Christian@DealsInSeattle.com.

I TOLD YOU IT WAS A DEAL!!!

If you’re looking for a slight fixer multi-unit building in a great location for under $350,000, here you go! This Queen Anne duplex near Seattle Pacific University (SPU) just came on the market. Each side has 1 bed/1 bath plus its own garage. One side of the duplex is in great shape-refinished hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, slab granite counters, etc. The other side looks to be in the original 1955 state. It’s not in horrible shape, but it does need some updating.

The thing that excites me about this house is how the numbers work out. If you are buying this to live in it, and you get an FHA 30 year fixed loan at 5% (which is an estimate, but that’s about what rates are right now), with only 3.5% down payment ($11,434.50), your principle and interest payment would be $1753.80. Market rents indicate that you could get around $850/month in rent for the nice unit. Subtract $850 from $1753.80, and your monthly payment would be $903.50! That’s almost as much as the rent, and you own the place! How cool is that!

If you have any interest in checking this place out in person, if you have any questions, or if you already know that you want to make an offer, contact me – call or text me at 206.949.3048, or email me anytime – Christian@DealsInSeattle.com. (Please note that this is not Christian Nossum’s listing, but he does have permission to advertise it by the listing broker)

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This cosmetic fixer is a great deal at $173,250. It has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a large 2 car garage, and a nice yard. It needs a little cosmetic help, but really, after you take out the carpet and throw some paint on the walls it’s going to look a whole lot better! The kitchen appliances are outdated, and that will probably be your largest expense, but that doesn’t even have to be done right away. Keep it the way it is until you get your first time buyer tax credit back (which was just extended today!), and deal with it down the road.

FIRST TIME BUYERS!!!
How could possibly make $1936.25 buying this house? If you get a 30 year fixed FHA loan, you only need to put 3.5% of the price as your down payment (which at $173,250 is $6063.75). The first time homebuyer credit, that was just extended through April 30th, 2010, is $8000.

$8000-$6063.75=$1936.25. (Your ‘principle only’ payment would be just under $900/month (assuming a 5% interest rate).

If you are interested in taking a look at this, or have any questions about it, contact me. You can call or text me 206-949-3048, or email me Christian@DealsInSeattle.com anytime.