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The Beautiful Rivers of the Tri-Cities…

Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

The Beautiful Rivers of the Tri-Cities…

Our rivers are such an important part of make up of the Tri-Cities. “The Mighty Columbia” flows from Canada into the Pacific Northwest and is the largest river in volume flowing into the Pacific Ocean. I believe it is just behind the Mississippi River in volume. The river is named after Captain Robert Gray’s ship the Columbia Rediviva, the first ship to journey up the river.
 The Columbia with all of its dams is the largest hydroelectric power-producing river. The Snake River flows into the Columbia in between Pasco and Burbank. It flows for more than 1,000 miles in the western part of the U.S., from Yellowstone National Park, through Wyoming, Idaho, Oregon and Washington and ending here in the Tri-Cities. It is the largest tributary to the Columbia. The Yakima River named after the Yakima indigenous people, is another tributary emptying into the Columbia River near Richland with headwaters in Keechelus Lake. Come visit our beautiful Tri-Cities, with its unusual combination of vast rivers and arid desert land. There is so much to offer outdoor enthusiasts here and the weather is warm, sunny and incredible.
Welcome to paradise! Real Estate is still afordable, the selection is good. We can help you find your dream Home. The people at Distinctive Properties, Inc., set our company apart from all other real estate companies. Our sales associates really listen to you and are sensitive and focused on your needs. With our ongoing education programs, we are ready to help you every step of the way, from buying to selling, from marketing to financing.

Our sales associates hold many professional designations, including Certified Real Estate Specialist (C.R.S.), and graduates of the Realtor Institute (G.R.I.). We have past presidents of the Tri-City Association of Realtors, and two past recipients of the “Realtor of the Year” award. A number of agents are serving on the Board of Directors of the Tri-City Association and the State Association. Our broker served as Real Estate Commissioner for the State of Washington for ten years.

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What are you doing this weekend???

Friday, February 11th, 2011

20 Things To do In The Tri-Cities

1. Go on a limousine ride through the heart of Washington’s wine country and visit any of the 150 wineries in Pasco, Richland, Benton City, Kennewick and more

2. Come experience the majestic beauty of the 276-acre Chamna Natural Preserve in Richland

3. Taste delicious sweet breads from a real Mexican bakery in Pasco

4. Take a bike ride on the Sacagawea Heritage Trail in Kennewick

5. Let your tastebuds experience the flavors of fresh produce from Washington’s largest open air Farmer’s Market in Pasco

6. Walk back into history at the Franklin County Historical Museum in Pasco

7. Catch a jet boat ride in Richland and enjoy an exhilarating tour of the Columbia River

8. Cultivate your spicy side at the Fiery Foods Festival in Pasco

9. Take a ride on the J & S Dreamland Express in Kennewick, WA

10. Try your luck at one of the great casinos in Kennewick and Pasco

11. Travel across the first major cable stayed bridge built in the US in the Tri-Cities

12. Come to the Tri-Cities and follow the trail that Lewis and Clark traveled

13. Get your fill of savory, authentic tortas, tacos from a “taco wagon” in Pasco

14. Sample wines at one of the many wonderful wineries in the Tri-Cities

15. Explore the barrel caves that were used for wine aging at Terra Blanca in Benton City

16. Go on a romantic dinner cruise on the Columbia River with the special someone

17. Play 9 or 18 holes of golf at one of 10 golf courses in Kennewick, Richland and Pasco

18. Watch the excitement of the hydroplane races on the Columbia River in Kennewick during the last Fall weekend in July

19. Be sure to stop in and visit the Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science and Technology in Richland

20. Take a hike to the Badger Mountain Centennial Preserve and look out over the spectacular view of Kennewick and Richland

If you already live here and need a home, check out the local real estate market on our website at Distinctiveprop.com You can search with complete anonymity or have us help you to find that perfect home that you are looking for. If you do not live here and would like to, after seeing all the wonderful things that the Tri-Cities has to offer, go to Distinctiveprop.com and call us when you are ready. You will be glad that you called us first.

Tri-Cities FACT SHEET!

Monday, February 7th, 2011

Do you want to know more about Benton and Franklin county? 

How does the cost of living compare with other major cities in the US?

Who are the Major Employers in the area?

You can view all that information here!
For other information about the area, visit the Tri-Ciy Development Council.

If you are looking to –  buy,  sell, or relocate  –  Contact Distinctive Properties, Inc.  Distinctive Properties, Inc., is the largest independent real estate office in Tri-Cities, Washington, serving Pasco, Kennewick, Richland and the surrounding communities since 1978. Our professionally trained REALTORS are supported by a staff of office specialists.

Wherever your dream house may be, we can help..

Friday, January 28th, 2011

A CHATEAU IN FRANCE !

A VILLA IN SPAIN !

A FLAT IN LONDON !

A COTTAGE IN MAINE !

Or a new home in the Tri-Cities, WA

Distinctive Properties Inc..

 

Home Buying Tibits…

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

Here are two home buying tidbits that you may want to consider…

1.  Are you one of 28% of buyers who say they didn’t feel confident in the mortgage deal they got?  Going with the first mortgage deal you get is a common mistake with home buyers; They often feel that there could have received a better deal.  However, of 1,317 respondents in a nationally representative of homeowners, 40% only received one mortgage quote.  Although the majority found mortgage shopping can be frustrating and time consuming, it is the best way to ensure you are getting the best mortgage loan quote at that time.

2.  The latest U.S. Census Bureau poll showed that the home ownership rate is currently 66.9 percent.  In order to maintain and raise this percentage, the number of African Americans, Hispanics, and other non-white households would need to be purchasing more homes than past years.  According to Fannie Mae’s Own-Rent Analysis, the U.S. population is to grow by 130 million people by 2050.  If this happens, the percentage of white households will drop from 65% today to 46%.  So, if the home ownership rate is to remain constant, then home ownership among minorities must also shift.

A New Distinctive Agent

Thursday, January 20th, 2011

We are proud to announce the addition of, Hai-Young Yang, Commercial Business/Residential Broker to our Distinctive team of professionally trained Realtors.

Hai-Young brings to Distinctive 20+ years in commercial/income properties as well as residential property, Mini Marts/Gas Stations, Hotel/Motel Restaurant/Café, Dry Cleaners/Laundromats, Strip Mall, Professional Office Bldgs.  Mini Storage, Apartments/4-Plex & MORE.  Her commitment to quality and dependability coupled with years of professional experience can put you into the “Distinctive” circle.

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