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Login to www.CallSnyder.com.  Your private, password-protected website allows you to ask questions about a property and request financing information, 24 hours a day.

These communication tools will save you valuable time and empower you during your home scouting efforts. Log into your password-protected website to view the listings that match your home search criteria with pictures, prices, address, directions, and maps. You can easily customize your search any way you like – search for homes by school district, square footage, price, number of bedrooms, and more. 

Saveand track your favorite properties and receive email updates.

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Many busy homebuyers learn about a great property, only to find that it has already been sold. That won’t happen here at www.CallSnyder.com because you will receive emails of new listings matching your search criteria as they become available. 

There is no obligation. Using my web site will enable you to get a real sense of the current housing market, right from your computer. Whether you are looking to buy a new home soon, or just thinking about new home possibilities, we believe this is the best home finding service available. 

I pull out all the stops to sell your home.
Lonnie Snyder
REALTOR ®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone:  206-406-2710            

Lonnie Snyder is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington's Kent, Renton, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Three level Chalet-style get-a-way.

This is not bank owned or short sale! Tucked away on Benson Hill you'll find this three level Chalet-style get-a-way. It sits on a large lot with ample parking with over 3/4 acre gated. The primary residence has new carpet, a new deck off the living room & fresh exterior paint. The master suite has its own private bath & deck to enjoy the territorial view. The pool house has a deck & gazebo on one side & an in-ground pool & hot tub on the other. The Cabana has 660 sq ft of living space with a 3/4 bath, wet bar & fireplace.

You need to see this home to appreciate all it has to offer.

To see more click here. 

I pull out all the stops to sell your home.
Lonnie Snyder
REALTOR ®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone:  206-406-2710            

Lonnie Snyder is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington's Kent, Renton, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Free Foreclosure Database

SearchForeclosed Homes Free - including Government Foreclosures (like HUD Foreclosures, Tax Foreclosures, VA Foreclosures), Bank Foreclosures, and REO Properties

MyFree Foreclosure Database has the foreclosures you are looking for... at the best price on the Internet - FREE. Access to Our Database of Foreclosed Homes Is All Free - All the Time!

Lets face it, foreclosure information is public domain. That means that real estate investors can access this information any time they want, nationwide, with a little perseverance.  The problem is, the foreclosure properties investors are really looking for, are not that easy to find or compare to one another.  That is where My Web Site comes to your aid, helping you find foreclosure investment opportunities that lay hidden.  The top 5 web sites dedicated to supplying you with accurate foreclosure data have a lot of the same listings.  Most of these membership sites get their foreclosure listings from the same sources.  We do too, the difference you'll find at My Database is... all of our foreclosure listings are all FREE... all the time. 

Many buyers and sellers who visit this site are so impressed with this service that they will contact us (or one of our sponsors) in order to assist them in the purchase or sale of their home.

     We truly hope that you find these reports, information, tools and resources helpful and we look forward to helping you with your move.
 
I pull out all the stops to sell your home.
Lonnie Snyder
REALTOR ®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone:  206-406-2710            

Lonnie Snyder is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington's Kent, Renton, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Sellers Behaving Badly

Selling your home can be emotional which is why you want to make sure your home sells quickly, easily and for top dollar.  Mistakes mean your home will sit on the market longer and eventually sell for less.  Ensure you get it right the first time by avoiding the following mistakes:

1. Overpricing - Home sellers are often tempted to price their home way above market value but this tactic usually backfires.  The longer your home sits on the market, the more of a stigma it'll develop forcing you to repeatedly drop the price.
   
2. Hanging Around - Owners should always leave before a showing so buyers can browse without distractions.  You want buyers to make themselves at home and spread out on your couch so they can envision themselves living there.
   
3. Restricted Access - It’s easy for buyers to skip your home if it's not easily accessible.  It may also be impossible to get into the home if another agent has the key.  Your agent's goal is to show your home to as many people as possible so make sure you use a lockbox.
   
4. A No Show - Staging your home is critical.  You may love the statement your pink bathroom makes but odds are it’ll sell faster and for more money with a neutral paint job.  While you're at it, get rid of excess clutter and take care of any outstanding repairs to portray a pride of ownership.
   
5. Going It Alone - While some are able to sell their home privately, most quickly regret their decision.  Selling your home can be overwhelming, time consuming and costly.  A real estate agent’s job is to expose your home to the masses so that they’re in the best possible position to negotiate the highest price in the shortest amount of time.

Your home is most likely your biggest asset.  Don't put it at risk by repeating any of the common mistakes above.  Start by viewing the sale of your home as a business transaction and put aside your emotional ties to the home.  Avoid these mistakes and you'll be on your way to selling your home quickly, easily and for top dollar!

I pull out all the stops to sell your home.
Lonnie Snyder
REALTOR ®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone:  206-406-2710            

Lonnie Snyder is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington's Kent, Renton, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

How to Deal With Major Home Renovations

When done purposefully, cleverly and competently, renovations and upgrades can increase the value of your home by thousands of dollars. Good planning is the key to success, whether you’re aiming for a small or a major remodeling project.

Renovations or upgrades are one of the best ways to not only increase the value of your house but also to increase your enjoyment of your home. With a sound plan and a bit of imagination, your project can be a winner. Your first job is to make a list of objectives for your renovation. This list tells you how extensive your project will be. Budget will of course figure into your final decision.

You need to think about what would be the most cost effective upgrade. The kitchen and bathrooms are first choice upgrades that convert into more money later. The kitchen is the heartbeat of your home; and when you entertain guests, the flow often moves there. The bathroom is another room home buyers love to inspect vigilantly, so you’ll want it to have lots of appeal.

If you’re planning to begin a do-it-yourself home improvement scheme, you’ll need to think about a number of issues before taking the plunge.  Here are just a few to keep in mind:

• Tools: It’s vital to have the correct tools for some jobs.   
• Skills: You have to evaluate your skills realistically and know your limits.   
• Time: You have to think about the time you have available to take on these home improvement and repair responsibilities.

If you’re not going to do the renovation yourself, ask friends and work colleagues for recommendations. It will be well worth taking the time interviewing and checking credentials to ensure you have the right company. Make sure you get a written contract that includes, amongst other points, what work is to be done, a timeline, terms of payment, and verify that the contractor is insured so you won’t be held liable if they’re injured on your premises.

Planning your renovation project can take a good deal of time, but because home renovation is a huge undertaking, it’s time well spent. There’s no getting away from the fact that home renovations can be dusty, inconvenient and can often go over budget, but when you see your dream realized, it’ll all be worth it!

 

I pull out all the stops to sell your home.
Lonnie Snyder
REALTOR ®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone:  206-406-2710            

Lonnie Snyder is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington's Kent, Renton, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Tips for Organizing Your Recipes

When it comes time to actually think about making that interesting pasta dish, it’s often nearly impossible to locate the recipe. Why not start out with a simple organization project that will make looking for that recipe so much easier!

First off, go through all the recipes you’ve ripped out of magazines on a whim and discard any you really don’t think you’ll use. If you’ve got recipes floating about in your Email Inbox or saved in your Favorites, now is the time to go through them, print off the ones you think you’ll use, and delete the rest. Use one of these ideas to organize them:

• Place them in a photo album with self adhesive pages.
• Copy them onto recipe cards and use dividers to organize a recipe box.
• Use a three ring binder and protect pages with plastic protector sheets.
• Organize recipes in an accordion file with various categories.

To easily retrieve your recipes, separate them into different categories that make sense to you. It could be "Ones to Try", "Old Faves", "Main Dishes", "Desserts", etc. You can always change the categories in the future if need be -- the main thing is to get them into some kind of order.

Like many things in life, organization is a key to success. Meal planning and cooking will become so much easier once you can find what you’re looking for. So set aside a block of time and start getting organized!

I pull out all the stops to sell your home.
Lonnie Snyder
REALTOR ®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone:  206-406-2710            

Lonnie Snyder is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington's Kent, Renton, Newcastle and South Bellevue.

Roasted Garlic and Brie Appetizer

Here’s a new recipe you can use and file under Appetizers! The delicate, mellow taste of roasted garlic ensures this appetizer recipe will be a huge hit. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 2 - 3 whole garlic bulbs
• 1 round Brie cheese
• olive oil
• salt and pepper
• sliced french bread
• sliced pears or apples (optional)

 1.) Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2.) Slice end off the garlic bulbs to expose the cloves.
3.) Drizzle olive oil over the cut ends and add a bit of salt & pepper.
4.) Put in aluminum foil cut side up and wrap around the bulb.
5.) Place garlic on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes or until cloves are soft.
6.) Wrap the brie in aluminum foil and bake for the last 20 minutes.
7.) To serve, place brie and garlic on a platter with some bread and fruit. 

Here’s a great tip to keep in mind. If you roast a few extra bulbs of garlic in the oven, you’ll have leftovers to be used for enhancing mashed potatoes, soups or even as a low fat alternative for garlic bread!

I pull out all the stops to sell your home.
Lonnie Snyder
REALTOR ®
Keller Williams Realty Southeast Sound
Phone:  206-406-2710            

Lonnie Snyder is a full time real estate agent and REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty specializing in Residential Real Estate for buyers and sellers in Washington's Kent, Renton, Newcastle and South Bellevue.