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2 Table of Contents

3 - 18 Homes for Sale Properties for sale in Greater Yakima County

8 Featured Professional Beverly Heaverlo, Realtor

10 For Sale by Owners The only Real Estate Magazine That is also for FSBO’s

14 Market Information

15 Fix it Quick Handy household tips

19 7 tips

Every Seller should know

Index

Fix it Quick

Publisher - Fusion Enterprises

Editor in Chief - L. R. Baer

Advertising Sales Director - Pamela Smith

Director of Photography - April M. Goode

Product Development Manager - Anthony J. Davis

Distribution - L.A.P Distributing

Looking for the perfect neighborhood to build your custom home? Look No further than

Valhalla Heights. Nestled above the town of Selah, WA with breath taking

views over looking the Yakima Valley is Valhalla Heights .Lots are large with paved streets, curbs and gutters. CC& R’s are in place to maintain quality in

building, all utilities to each individual lots. The Developer is also the listing agent so all information

is readily available to Buyers.

Chuck Johnson Developer/Realtor

(509) 969-7128

Fusion Realty LLC

5110 Tieton Drive Suite #280

Yakima, WA 98908

Office (509) 966-4021

Fax (509) 96-4316

FAX (509) 457-6585 - 1415 Lakeside Court - www.theadvisorsnw.com

Commercial Lease 11 E. 1st Ave Selah Lease for $950 mo.

2 private offices, professional reception,,

storage room, copy/fax area and private

bathrooms

Call Chuck Johnson (509) 969-7128

Commercial Office Space 222 N 2nd St , Yakima $495,000

Historical Office for Sale or Lease

Can be separated for 3 different tenants.

Call Chuck Johnson (509) 969-7128

204 Butterfield Road Offered at $699,900

10 ACRES WITH LARGE OVERSIZED

SHOP 3 OVERHEAD DOORS

PERFECT FOR YOUR NEW BUSINESS!

Call Beverly Heaverlo (509) 945-9868

1010 S 10th Ave Commercial Lease/Sale

2 separate offices or One large

Rent $450 ea. Building has been remod-

eled and wheelchair accessible

Call Leslie Baer (509) 930-5700

5110 Tieton Drive Suite 280 Yakima, WA (509 ) 966-4021

Gary Goehner

(509) 480-0624

Chuck Johnson

(509) 969-7128

Beverly Heaverlo

(509) 930-7520

Hailey Pl, Yakima Exclusive gated community overlook-

ing the Yakima River & the city of Yakima.

East on I-82 towards Selah Gap, take Rest Ha-ven Rd exit to your right, go right at stop sign &

gate entrance is off to your left.

Offered at $129,900

4078 Selah Loop Offered at $499,900 Looking for NEW? Check out this new 4 BR & 3.5 BA home on 2.53

Acres, nestled in Selah Country! This home has Maple cabinets, granite, travertine, slate, and hand scraped bamboo floors .

Call Chuck Johnson (509) 969-7128

Offered at $219,000

Terrace Heights on 10 acres. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 2

bathrooms, beautiful views from every room, open concept

living with large kitchen is-land, new kitchen appliances including double ovens, Elec-

tric F/A. Property can have livestock, double car detached garage, well house , an above ground pool next to a large

partially covered deck.

Gary Goehner (509)480-0624

1521 W Lincoln Ave $98,000 Centrally located 3 bedroom 1 bath home close to the bus line and shopping. This

cute home has newer paint, new vinyl win-dows, and new heaters, with over 1200 sq

feet. The home is located within the boundaries to possibly qualify for the Yakima Neighborhood Grant program

($4,000 assistance).

Contact Beverly Heaverlo

(509) 945-9868

5110 Tieton Drive Suite 280 Yakima, WA (509 ) 966-4021

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213 W. Yakima Ave Yakima, WA (509) 453-2561

Fosseen's Home & Hearth has been serving the Yakima area since 1911. Our goal is to help edu-

cate our customers about Fireplace Inserts, Wood Stoves, and Cabinets so you can make the right choice when it comes to heating your home or putting in the right cabinet arrangement. We also feature the worlds best barbecues for your outdoor cooking needs. After you've browsed our Web

site, feel free to stop by our store at 101 West Yakima Avenue in Yakima, Washington to "experience" 90 years of Fosseen's.

We also have a six month payoff incentive Se Habla Espanol

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1500 fixtures and ceiling fans on display with an extensive selection of lamps,

mirrors, accessories and accent furniture. We do lamp repairs. We have the largest selections of lampshades in Eastern Washington.

We have the resources to accommodate you. Delivery services available for contractors.

Phone:(509)248-4647 / Fax:(509)248-3309

Sonny Gailan

(509) 969-6158

Merle Warehime

(509) 930-5922

Your Realtors for Life

Full Time Realtors

who are committed to helping

you with your Real Estate Goals!

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Heritage-Moultray Real Estate Services LLC

Residential

$297,900 Practically new!

This lovely 4 BR, 3BA has

2472 sf ft , corner lot ,family

room, UG sprinklers and

RV Parking.

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$178,490 Wonderful well

kept home w/built-ins, 2

fireplaces and hot tub!

Home is below Appraisal.

Call Us Today!

$325,000 Enjoy the peace

and quiet of country living, in

this remodeled farmhouse.

This home offers 3 BR, 2 BA

on 12.86 irrigated acres.

Call Us Today!

$350,000 Don’t overlook this 14,000 sq feet

structure perfect for Retail frontage and/or warehouse space, shop, storage.

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Build The Home of Your Dreams !

$39,500 14.82 Acres w/domestic water, power and phone at road. Adjoining parcel also available.

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$80,000 West Valley 11.5 irrigated acres . Power and

phone at the edge of property.

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$139,900 Horse set up 35.36 Acres or WIP irrig.

water “A”1/4 mi wheeline, 25 HP mainline, handlines.

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$64,000 Two Parcels for one great price-power is nearby. Manufactured homes OK

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COMMERCIAL

Beverly has an assortment of resi-

dential lots, residential homes and commercial property for sale…...

Featured Professional On the Cover

Beverly is from Dallas, TX and relocated to Yakima, WA 16 years ago, and is a real estate agent with Fusion Realty LLC.

Beverly enjoys working with people, she is sensi-tive to her clients real es-tate needs and works dili-gently to locate the per-fect home for them. Some of her favorite past times are spending time with her teenage son at various sports activities, riding her barrel horse and al-ways talking to people about real estate.

Beverly has never met a stranger

and invites you to give her a call at (509) 930-7528 to locate your per-fect home today.

Beverly Heaverlo, Realtor

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$68,000.00 Charming 2 bed 2 bath

home in 55+ park in im-

maculate condition.

Home offers Pergo floor-

ing and gourmet kitchen

Call Owner

(509) 388-8722

225 South 25th Ave

Yakima Charming 5 bed 2 bath

home with formal dining,

family rm and large yard.

Call Owner

509-453-2222

2716 Birchfield Rd

$289,000

Country Living in this

1800+ sq ft home

on 2 irrigated fenced

acres. Double detached

garage and shop.

Call Owner

(509) 453-6062

1014 S 50th Ave.

$195,000 2500 sq ft, 3 bed, 1.75

bath, U/G sprinklers. A/

C, gas forced air furnace,

all new vinyl windows,

new roof. 2 storage

rooms. 16 x 20 workshop

Call Owner

509-248-1339

809 N 51st AVE

Yakima $255,000 4 bed 2 Bath New carpet,

wood flooring,

formal living with fire-

place,

family room with fireplace

and separate entrance.

Call Owner

(509) 969-1627

806 S. 7th St. Selah

$225,000

3 BR, 2.5 BA New con-

struction with hickory

cabinets, natural pine

doors, river rock fire-

place, Master BR has

walk-in closet and Master

BA has his/her sinks.

Torkelson Construction,

Inc. (509) 697-3305

706 Terrace Drive,

Selah $235,000 New under construction

(will be similar to pic-

ture). 1779 sq ft, 3 BR,

2.5 BA with Galley

Kitchen that is open to

both LR & FR. Walk-in

Pantry, Maple cabinetry

and a Gas Fireplace. Torkelson Construction,

Inc. (509) 697-3305

6112 W Lincoln Ave

$185,000 4 bedrooms 1 ¾ bath with

basement A/C Fenced

yard Gas Furnace Hard-

wood flooring , Gas fire

Place New steel sliding

and vinyl windows

Call Owner

509-965-7344

Size may vary

Basic Package $39.95 + tax Professional Sign Installation and Removal of Sign Web Posting on www.fusionfsbo.com Fusion Informational Call Number Package Includes Advertising 3 Month Term

Premium Package $79.95 + Tax

Professional White Vinyl Sign Installation and Removal of Sign Professional Outside Photo of Property Installed Flier Box and Fliers Design with CD of Image 25 Color Printed Fliers Posting on www.fusionfsbo.com Fusion Informational Call Number Package Includes Advertising 3 Month Term

Executive Package $199.95 + tax Professional White Vinyl Post Sign

Installation and Removal of Sign Professional Photos of Property Inside and Out (15) total max Installed Flier box and Flier Design with CD of Image 25 Color Printed flyers Posting on www.fusionfsbo.com Posting on additional Internet Sites Fusion Informational Call Number Package Includes Advertising 6 Month Term

Leslie R. Baer

Designated Broker/Owner

8111 Summitview Ave

4Bed, 2Bath , Fm Room, New Elect, Heating Air

Almost a total Remodel $199,000 MLS 10-1323

4Bed,2Bath ,Hardwood Floors , New Kitchen, fm room,

great views. $255,000 MLS 10-1905

809 N 51st Ave

4 Bed/3 Bath Lovely home with

lots of room, extra large yard.

Lots of updating done.

$185,000 MLS 10-1527

Fusion Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you

Are interested in starting a career in Real Estate, please call to

make a confidential appointment.

5110 Tieton Drive Suite 280 Yakima, WA (509 ) 966-4021

Beautiful Ellensburg Land for your new home!

2-Five Adjoining acres with 360 degree view of

Kittitas Valley. Just 7 miles from town Well can

be drilled. Call Today Leslie R. Baer (509)

930-5700

Each Lot offered at $50,000.00 MLS 10-1455

924 South 25th Ave

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Remodel of Kitchens, Bathrooms

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Whether your project is small or large, a re-model or new construction, no detail should be overlooked. By Consulting a

professional you will save time

Distinctive fine home furnishings, window and

floor coverings Leading furni-ture and ac-

cessory manu-factures

Name brand carpeting,

Market Info

For the month of May 2010

There were 181 sales closed for a total of

$30,869,634. There were 167 MLS listings sold

for $28,810,420 . There were 14 non-board sales

totaling $2,059,214.

Year to date 2010

There have been 739 listings sold $121,674,931.

There have been 668 MLS listings sold for

$103,940,697. There have been 71 non-board

sales totaling $17,734,234.

In May 2009

There were 149 sales closed for a total of

$24,517,567. There were 136 MLS listings sold

for $22,803,983 and 13 non-board sales totaling

$1,713,584.

Year to date 2009

There were 510 listings sold for a total of

$99,489,710. There were 447 MLS list-

ings sold for $85,233,087. There were 63

non-board sales totaling $14,256,623.

The Legacy Group Capital Mortgage Escrow

Marli McCormick

Phone (509) 304-6077

Fax (425) 283-1263

Yakima Office Ellensburg Office 117 East Yakima Ave 1206 N Dolarway Rd #209

Yakima, WA 98901 Ellensburg , WA 98926

Mortgage Lending - FHA & VA Approved Lender

First Time Home Buyers Loans - USDA Rural Housing Approved Lender

Construction Lending - Private Capitalization

The Legacy Group Capital Mortgage Escrow

Refrigerator Continuously

Running?

Get out the vacuum cleaner and with a soft

brush attachment gently vacuum the con-

denser coils, only after unplugging the re-

frigerator. This will remove any dust and din

that has accumulated on the coils thus impair-

ing the performance of your refrigerator unit.

Reduced Water Pressure?

The Aerator/filter on the end of the

Faucet is mostly likely clogged or

plugged and needs to be cleaned. Gently

grasp with pliers and unscrew it. ( re-

member the order of the aerator parts).

Clean all parts and resemble, gently

tightening with pliers.

Fix it Quick

Sticky door? Screws in

the latch sometimes

unscrew so by

tightening them will

often fix the problem.

Still sticking? A little

WD 40 or a non stick

cooking spray in the

latch and hinges will

often do the trick.

Realtors are people too! Through Rain or Snow or Sleet of night...O0ps wrong professional, that’s the Postal Worker’s pledge, but isn’t that what you expecting from your real estate agent? Everyone expects excellence from their Realtor, in fact the difference be-tween a real estate agent and a Realtor is just that excellence. Yet, are some of us clients, are forgetting about agent protocol?

Listed below are some agent protocol tips.

1. Most Agents only get paid on Commission. That means that unless a transaction closes, the agent sees NO paycheck, No reimbursement for gas, lunches, flyers and most of all their precious time.

2. Do not call the Listing Agent if you are already working with a Buyers Agent. If you have already spoken with an agent and given them the impression that they are your agent, why are you calling the listing agent? If the listing agent shows you the home, and answers ques-tions, they will assume they are your agent.

3. Decide what you are doing before asking agents to show you properties. Are you working without representation, working directly with the Listing agent, or hiring your own buyers agent? Be clear if you already have an agent. 4. Open House Edicate. Ask your agent if they need to escort you to open houses. If you are

going it alone, take your buyers agents card or Buyers passport and inform the agent at the open house that you have an agent that your working with.

5.. Have you been given an Agency Agreement? Always ask to see one and sign it. By law, agents are required to give buyers an Agency Disclosure. Signing an agency disclosure is your proof of re-ceipt. It is solely a disclosure. It is not an agreement to agency. Read it. 6. Be Respectful and keep appointments and be on time. Use common courtesy and don’t expect an agent to drop what she is doing to run out to show you a home, run paperwork to you, or do out of the agency required duties.. Most likely you are not that agent’s only prospect. Do not make an appointment and for-get to show up or be late. Call your agent and let them know you need to reschedule. 7. Talk with Your Agent and let them know your expectations. Let your agent know how you want her to communicate with you and how often. Do you want phone calls, e-mails, text messages, IM's or all of the above? If you are displeased, say so. 8. Do not sign anything you do not understand. Do not hesitate to ask your agent to explain any forms or terms that are not familiar to you. Realize agents are not lawyers and cannot interpret law. In summary give your agent the same courtesy and respect you wish to receive. Be ready to buy with your pre approval letter, earnest money and closing costs funds readily in your sav-ings account, an agent selected, and daycare or babysitters in line when house hunting. Once you’ve decided on the potential home, of course children, and family members will want to help with the final decision, but this is an important financial decision that needs all your thoughts free to ask questions and get the expertise of your Real estate agent.

APPLEBEES

BABY BACK

RIBS

3 - 1 lb. racks pork baby back ribs cut in half

1 cup ketchup

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

3 tablespoon dark brown sugar

3 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon liquid smoke

1/2 teaspoon salt

1. Place ribs in a large pot and fill pot with enough water to cover

ribs.

2. Bring water to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour,

or until ribs are fork tender.

3. While ribs are boiling, combine remaining ingredients in a me-

dium saucepan and bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring often, for 30 min-

utes, or until slightly thickened.

5. Place boiled ribs, meat side down, on a broiler pan.

6. Brush with half the sauce mixture and broil 4" to 5" from heat

for 67 minutes.

7. Turn ribs over, brush with remaining sauce, and broil additional

67 minutes, or until edges are slightly charred

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7 Tips every seller

should know

1. Clean it

A little soap and water goes along way so

Roll up your sleeves and get started.

2. Repair it

Those untouched repairs you’ve been

Ignoring need your attention now.

3. Paint it

Nothing better than a fresh coat of paint

A little touch here and there .

4. Remove it

De-Clutter what more needs to be said,

Seen the show hoarders?

5. Plant it

Any time of year is a great time for

Flowers inside or out.

6. Re-arrange it

Is your home functional for everyone?

7. Check Your Curb Appeal

As you drive up to you house, what is

The first thing that catches your eye?

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