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June 2009 Vol 3 Issue 14

Foreclosure Market Trends Report Download PDF File

Washington Foreclosure Activity Trends

Upward in May

Washington foreclosure activity rose in May to 3,833 properties with foreclosure filings, a 14 percent increase from the previous month, and 48 percent above the level reported for May 2008, according to RealtyTrac’s latest U.S. Foreclosure Market Report. “Washington foreclosures are up both in May and from this time last year,” said James J. Saccacio, chief executive officer of RealtyTrac. “Although the state’s unemployment rate is just slightly above the national average, it had one of the highest jumps during the past year of more than 4 percent. This is likely a major factor in the overall foreclosure rise.” Complete Story

Bargain Hunters See Bottom in Some Markets

By Octavio Nuiry

Ask a group of real estate millionaires how they made their money and most will recite some version of this axiom: “When everyone zigs, you zag.” That’s exactly what Tommy Barone and his clients are doing in the South Florida condominium market, and heightened interest in bulk foreclosure purchases is coming from “vulture funds” with millions of dollars to spend on distressed sales, according to Christopher Thornberg, a principal at Beacon Economics in Los Angeles. Thornberg said Wall Street vulture funds are amassing war chests in preparation for a new cycle of opportunities in loans or bonds of struggling financial companies or homebuilders. Complete Story

Here are some of the most recent Investment opportunities in the area.

 
Bank-Owned
Donnelly Dr SE
Olympia,
WA 98501
  • Market Value
  • Default Amount
  • $195,000
  • N/A
  • Beds/Bath
  • Sq. FT
  • 3/2
  • 1,365

Property Type Address Market Value Default Sq. Ft.  
AuctionAuction Date: 9/18/09 Pine Creek Ln SE,
Lacey, WA 98503
N/A N/A 1,278 GET DETAILS

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Housing Predictor: 10 Million Foreclosures Through 2012

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Foreclosure Trends : April, 2009

National Washington Thurston CTY
NODs 113,856 0 0
NTSs 180,750 4,077 148
NFSs 61,056 0 0
LISs 138,447 0 0
REOs 113,254 1,775 58
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Foreclosure Terms
Notice of Default (NOD)A non-judicial document filed by a trustee that starts the foreclosure process. More about NOD
Lis Penden (LIS)Notification of pending lawsuit. A judicial document filed by an attorney or trustee that starts the foreclosure process. More about LIS
Auction / Notice of Trustee’s Sale (NTS)A filing by notice announcing a public auction. More about NTS
Notice (Judgment) of Foreclosure Sale (NFS)An order signed by a judge directing to sell the property at public auction. More about NFS
Real Estate Owned (REO)The final step in foreclosure process in which property ownership returns to lender. More about REOs
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Want close to I-5 and Fort Lewis, this is it! This well maintained 3 bed, 1.75 bath home is located in the Hawks Prairie area, off of Meridian Rd. The home features new paint and floor coverings, large LR with fireplace, country porch in front & 10×20 deck in back. Tasteful landscaping, and a huge fenced back yard will make this home perfect for all of your pet and gardening aspirations. Free home warranty!
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 2
Square Feet: 1160
Lot Size: .260
Year Built: 1983
Floors: 1
MLS #: 29097388
Location
Click to view map: 9233 Quinault Drive NE Olympia WA 98516
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By Stephanie | July 3, 2009 - 4:31 pm - Posted in Real Estate For Sale, TC Post
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The perfect starter home or investment on large lot in Hawks Prairie. This home is conveniently located minutes from I-5, 15 min to Dupont. Home features 3 beds, 1 full bath and recently updated kitchen. Tasteful custom colors, bamboo floors, and included appliances make this home turn-key. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac next to the Lacey Sports Complex. Free home buyers warranty!
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Square Feet: 1352
Lot Size: .200
Year Built: 1969
Floors: 1
MLS #: 29094120
Location
Click to view map: 907 Gregory Way SE Olympia WA 98513
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By Stephanie | July 1, 2009 - 4:32 pm - Posted in Real Estate For Sale, TC Post
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Wonderful like new home in the Fredrickson area, convenient to bases and I-5; this home features 3 large bedrooms, 2.5 baths, with large kitchen bar overlooking dining and living area with gas fire place. Located on a .34 acre lot with immaculate landscaping, this home is in a neighborhood with 1 in 5 zoning, no new const; perfect for first time buyer or investor. All window treatments stay with home, all appliances stay. Free home warranty! Minutes to I-5 off of hwy 512, 15 min to bases.
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Square Feet: 1464
Lot Size: .340
Year Built: 1997
Floors: 1
MLS #: 29093367
Location
Click to view map: 10910 40th Ave E Tacoma WA 98446
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