Eva Brandenburg - Real Estate. Real People. Real Solutions.
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HOMEOWNERSHIP; WHERE DO I START?

The Home Buying process can be overwhelming and many people simply don’t know where to start. The following is a simple five step guide to get you closer to your goal of Homeownership.


1) Apply for Pre-Approval.

This is the single most important step towards homeownership. Don’t be tempted to look for a home without knowing your price range. The competitive Seattle market requires strong offers; a Pre-Approval letter will make your offer stronger. Speak to your Lender or contact Gail Bean at First Horizon Home Loans.www.gailbean.com or 206-369-0404).

Click here to find out about Pre-Approval

2) Write a Wish list!

While waiting for your Pre-Approval write a Wish List: write down everything your ideal house should have. i.e. Fireplace, garage, number of bed, bathrooms, basement, yard, style of house, kind of neighborhood, square footage, wood floors, layout and orientation etc. Once we start looking at price ranges and neighborhoods you will learn to prioritize the items on the list.


3) Orientation Meeting

Purchasing a home is one of the largest financial and emotional investments most people will make. As with choosing your family doctor or financial adviser you want to make sure to team up with a knowledgeable, trustworthy and service-oriented professional. During our Orientation meeting not only, do I have a chance to listen to your needs and Home wishes, but you will also have the opportunity to ask me questions and determine wether we will make a good team. Making your Home buying process a good and memorable experience is my goal! Please contact me if you would like to schedule an orientation meeting at no- obligation.


4) Personalized Home Search.

Based on your personal preferences you will be automatically updated via e-mail with the newest homes on the market. In the beginning many clients prefer to drive by homes on their own while exploring neighborhoods. The e-mailed list will ensure that you are kept up to date and save you time.


5) Viewing Homes.

Whenever you are ready to tour homes with me, just let me know. Based on your availability, preferences and housing inventory I will prepare a Professional Tour.


Although I am here to help and guide you in finding your home, it will be you who will recognize your dream home!


Greetings,

EVA.


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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Now that I have found the right house, what do I do?

Acting as your Buyer’s Representative it is my job to find out as much as possible about the subject property, the Sellers situation and any other helpful information from the Listing agent. Together we will then review the detailed information about the subject property.

Together we will fill out the Purchase and Sale Contract. The Contract will state:

- Your offer price.
- Amount of Earnest Money.
- Amount of Down payment.
- Financing Terms.
- Inclusions.
- Closing and Move-in date.
- Any other details.

While we are going through the Offer, be sure to ask questions! Once you have signed the Offer I will make an appointment with the Listing agent. (See: How does my offer get presented?)

When both, Buyer and Seller, agree and have signed and initialed on all terms of the contract we have reached a state of Mutual Acceptance and can move forward to the next step. Note: Mutual Acceptance can never be reached verbally.


How does my offer get presented to the Seller?

As your representative I will call the Realtor who is the Listing Agent for the home you have selected. I will make an appointment with the Realtor and the Seller to meet both parties to present your offer. My goal is to not only present your choices, numbers and terms, but to introduce you as a person. Often the Seller is very attached to his or her home and to put a face to my Buyer is most important! I will explain how you feel about the home, whether you are pre-qualified or pre-approved and any other personal touches that will make you become a person vs. a piece of paper in the Sellers eyes.

Then the Seller’s Agent and the Seller will meet and discuss your offer. The Seller’s Agent will make suggestions and help guide the Seller make a decision.

In some cases there is negotiating room and you might decide based on your Home-pricing education to offer less money. That opportunity usually arises when listed homes have been overprized and have been sitting on the market for a while.


What if my offer is less money than the asking price?

There are three options for the Seller:
(1) Take the offer, as it is,
(2) Reject it or
(3) Counteroffer with changed terms.

Often the Seller might counteroffer. A counteroffer means the following: If you offered $ 4000 less than the listing price, the Seller might accept everything about your offer except the price. He/She might change the counter to $2000 less than the listed price. Or, in a different scenario the Seller might accept your $4000 less the listing price, but will counter the closing date to a different date or maybe the appliances will not stay with the house etc.


As soon as the Seller makes a change and initials the offer you are no longer obligated to buy this house. If you decide to accept the counter-offer terms you will have to re-initial the offer. Only then we will have reached Mutual Acceptance.


Does it cost me to make an offer?

When we sit down to write the Offer, I will have asked you to bring your check book so you can write a check that is called the Earnest Money check. I will submit a COPY of your check with your Offer to the Seller. The Earnest Money is a sign of Good Faith and that you are seriously interested in the property. It also indicates to the Seller that you have the financial qualification to make a serious offer. There is no set amount, but typically the Earnest money is between 3%- 5% of the purchase price.


Where does my Earnest Money check go after I give it to my Realtor?

Your Earnest money will be kept with me, your Buyer’s representative, until the Inspection Contingency is waived. Then I will have to DEPOSIT the check within three days. The money will then go into a Trust Account of the Real Estate office or Escrow office. Any interest that is collected between the date of deposit and date of closing does not go to the Real Estate office, Realtors or Escrow offices. Any interest collected will automatically go towards City/Public projects and funds.


Can I lose my Earnest Money?

It is very rare that a Buyer will lose any Earnest Money. Offers are mostly contingent upon the Buyer obtaining Financing. If you are unable to obtain the loan you will normally receive your Earnest money within a short time of the denial of your loan.

In case you are wilfully deciding not to buy the house or, if you just decide to walk away after approving the inspection and being able to obtain Financing, then the Seller has the right to demand your Earnest money.

If Buyer and Seller can not agree on how to resolve the Earnest money situation, the Real Estate Broker or Escrow agent will have no choice but to interplead the Earnest Money into the court system.


Is that all the money involved?

Most Mortgage Companies require the cost of an appraisal (usually $350-600) and the credit application fee (usually $25-75) at the time of application. Those are part of your closing costs and will be credited to your balance at time of closing.

The Inspector you hire to inspect your home will bill you directly. That cost will usually be $350-450.


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WHY WORK WITH A BUYER'S AGENT?

As of January 1st 1997 Washington State became a Buyer's Agency state. Every Buyer has legal rights in dealing with a Real Estate Broker or Agent. Most important for any prospective Buyer to know is that you can choose your own Buyer's Representative.

With that change of law, the home buying experience for many Buyers became much more positive. You, the Buyer, can choose the Agent with whom you want to teamwork. Since all NWMLS Member Agents and Offices have access to all listed homes; you will truly be able to choose your most personable and trustworthy Agent no matter how small or big the company.

As your Buyer's Representative I will be loyal to you, working in your best interest before, during and after finding your home.

The Seller also has representation through what is called the Seller's Agent. That Agent, also called a Listing Agent, has a duty to be loyal to the Seller.

Acting as your Buyer’s Representative it is my job to find out as much as possible about the subject property, the Sellers situation and any other helpful information from the Selling/Listing Agent. Together we will then review the detailed information about the subject property.

Together we will fill out the Purchase and Sale Contract.

The Contract will state:

- Your offer price.
- Amount of Earnest Money.
- Amount of Down payment.
- Financing Terms.
- Inclusions.
- Closing and Move-in date.
- Any other pertinent details.

The Law of Real Estate Agency summarizes all of the Agency Duties and every Agent is required to give a copy to the Buyer. You will find a copy in my Informed Buyer's Handbook, which I will give to you during our Orientation meeting. If you would like to take a look at The Law of Agency it is included below.
AS A BUYER - RCW 18.86.050 Sec. 5. Buyer's Agent - Duties. WILL BE OF PARTICULAR INTEREST TO YOU.



THE LAW OF REAL ESTATE AGENCY

This page describes your legal rights in dealing with a Real Estate
Broker or Salesperson. Please read it carefully before signing any documents.

The following is only a brief summary of the attached law.

Sec. 1. Definitions. Defines the specific terms used in the law.

Sec. 2. Relationships between Licensees and the Public. States that a licensee who works with a buyer or tenant represents that buyer or tenant - unless the licensee is the listing agent, a seller's subagent, a dual agent, the seller personally or the parties agree otherwise. Also states that in a transaction involving two different licensees affiliated with the same broker, the broker is a dual agent and each licensee solely represents his or her client - unless the parties agree in writing that both licensees are dual agents.

Sec. 3. Duties of a Licensee Generally. Prescribes the duties that are owed by all licensees, regardless of who the licensee represents. Requires disclosure of the licensee's agency relationship in a specific transaction.

Sec. 4. Duties of a Seller's Agent. Prescribes the additional duties of a licensee representing the seller or landlord only.

Sec. 5. Duties of a Buyer's Agent. Prescribes the additional duties of a licensee representing the buyer or tenant only.

Sec. 6. Duties of a Dual Agent. Prescribes the additional duties of a licensee representing both parties in the same transaction, and requires the written consent of both parties to the licensee acting as a dual agent.

Sec. 7. Duration of Agency Relationship. Describes when an agency relationship begins and ends. Provides that the duties of accounting and confidentiality continue after the termination of an agency relationship.

Sec. 8. Compensation. Allows brokers to share compensation with cooperating brokers. States that payment of compensation does not necessarily establish an agency relationship. Allows brokers to receive compensation from more than one party in a transaction with the parties' consent.

Sec. 9. Vicarious Liability. Eliminates the common law liability of a party for the conduct of the party's agent or subagent, unless the agent or subagent is insolvent. Also limits the liability of a broker for the conduct of a subagent associated with a different broker.

Sec. 10. Imputed Knowledge and Notice. Eliminates the common law rule that notice to or knowledge
of an agent constitutes notice to or knowledge of the principal.

Sec. 11. Interpretation. This law replaces the fiduciary duties owed by an agent to a principal under the
common law, to the extent that it conflicts with the common law.

RCW 18.86.010 Sec. 1. Definitions
Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.
  1. "Agency relationship" means the agency relationship created under this chapter or by written agreement between a licensee and a buyer and/or seller relating to the performance of real estate brokerage services by the licensee.
  2. "Agent" means a licensee who has entered into an agency relationship with a buyer or seller.
  3. "Business opportunity" means and includes a business, business opportunity, and goodwill of an existing business, or any one or combination thereof.
  4. "Buyer" means an actual or prospective purchaser in a real estate transaction, or an actual or prospective tenant in a real estate rental or lease transaction, as applicable.
  5. "Buyer's agen"means a licensee who has entered into an agency relationship with only the buyer in a real estate transaction, and includes subagents engaged by a buyer's agent.
  6. "Confidential information"means information from or concerning a principal of a licensee that:
    1. Was acquired by the licensee during the course of an agency relationship with the principal;
    2. The principal reasonably expects to be kept confidential;
    3. The principal has not disclosed or authorized be disclosed to third parties;
    4. Would, if disclosed, operate to the detriment of the principal; and
    5. The principal personally would not be obligated to disclose to the other party.
  1. "Dual Agent" means a licensee who has entered into an agency relationship with both the buyer and seller in the same transaction.
  2. "Licensee" means a real estate broker, associate real estate broker, or real estate salesperson, as those terms are defined in chapter 18.85 RCW.
  3. "Material fact" means information that substantially adversely affects the value of the property or a party's ability to perform its obligations in a real estate transaction, or operates to materially impair or defeat the purpose of the transaction. The fact or suspicion that the property, or any neighboring property, is or was the site of a murder, suicide or other death, rape or other sex crime, assault or other violent crime, robbery or burglary, illegal drug activity, gang-related activity, political or religious activity, or other act, occurrence, or use not adversely affecting the physical condition of or title to the property is not a material fact.
  4. "Principal" means a buyer or a seller who has entered into an agency relationship with a licensee.
  5. "Real estate brokerage services" means the rendering of services for which a real estate license is required under chapter 18.85 RCW.
  6. "Real estate transaction" or "transaction" means an actual or prospective transaction involving a purchase, sale, option, or exchange of any interest in real property or a business opportunity, or a lease or rental of real property. For purposes of this chapter, a prospective transaction does not exist until a written offer has been signed by at least one of the parties.
  7. "Seller"means an actual or prospective seller in a real estate transaction, or an actual or prospective landlord in a real estate rental or lease transaction, as applicable.
  8. "Seller's agent"" means a licensee who has entered into an agency relationship with only the seller in a real estate transaction, and includes subagents engaged by a seller's agent.
  9. "Subagent" means a licensee who is engaged to act on behalf of a principal by the principal's agent where the principal has authorized the agent in writing to appoint subagents.
RCW 18.86.020 Sec. 2. Agency Relationship.
  1. A licensee who performs real estate brokerage services for a buyer is a buyer's agent unless the:
    1. Licensee has entered into a written agency agreement with the seller, in which case the licensee is a seller's agent;
    2. Licensee has entered into a subagency agreement with the seller's agent, in which case the licensee is a seller's agent;
    3. Licensee has entered into a written agency agreement with both parties, in which case the licensee is a dual agent;
    4. Licensee is the seller or one of the sellers; or
    5. Parties agree otherwise in writing after the licensee has complied with RCW 18.86.030 (1) (f).
  1. In a transaction in which different licensees affiliated with the same broker represent different parties, the broker is a dual agent, and must obtain the written consent of both parties as required under section 6 of this act. In such a case, each licensee shall solely represent the party with whom the licensee has an agency relationship, unless all parties agree in writing that both licensees are dual agents.
  2. A licensee may work with a party in separate transactions pursuant to different relationships, including, but not limited to, representing a party in one transaction and at the same time not representing that party in a different transaction involving that party, if the licensee complies with this chapter in establishing the relationships for each transaction.
RCW 18.86.030 Sec. 3. Duties of Licensee.
  1. Regardless of whether the licensee is an agent, a licensee owes to all parties to whom the licensee renders real estate brokerage services the following duties, which may not be waived:
    1. To exercise reasonable skill and care;
    2. To deal honestly and in good faith;
    3. To present all written offers, written notices and other written communications to and from either party in a timely manner, regardless of whether the property is subject to an existing contract for sale or the buyer is already a party to an existing contract to purchase;
    4. To disclose all existing material facts known by the licensee and not apparent or readily ascertainable to a party; provided that this subsection shall not be construed to imply any duty to investigate matters that the licensee has not agreed to investigate;
    5. To account in a timely manner for all money and property received from or on behalf of either party;
    6. To provide a pamphlet on the law of real estate agency in the form prescribed in RCW 18.86.120 to all parties to whom the licensee renders real estate brokerage services, before the party signs an agency agreement with the licensee, signs an offer in a real estate transaction handled by the licensee, consents to dual agency, or waives any rights, under section RCW 18.86.020 (1) (e), 18.86.040 (1) (e), 18.86.050 (1) (e), or 18.86.060 (2) (e) or (f), whichever occurs earliest; and
    7. To disclose in writing to all parties to whom the licensee renders real estate brokerage services, before the party signs an offer in a real estate transaction handled by the licensee, whether the licensee represents the buyer, the seller, both parties, or neither party. The disclosure shall be set forth in a separate paragraph entitled "Agency Disclosure" in the agreement between the buyer and seller or in a separate writing entitled "Agency Disclosure".
  1. Unless otherwise agreed, a licensee owes no duty to conduct an independent inspection of the property or to conduct an independent investigation of either party's financial condition, and owes no duty to independently verify the accuracy or completeness of any statement made by either party or by any source reasonably believed by the licensee to be reliable.
RCW 18.86.040 Sec. 4. Seller's Agent - Duties.
  1. Unless additional duties are agreed to in writing signed by a seller's agent, the duties of a seller's agent are limited to those set forth in RCW 18.86.030 and the following, which may not be waived except as expressly set forth in (e) of this subsection:
    1. To be loyal to the seller by taking no action that is adverse or detrimental to the seller's interest in a transaction;
    2. To timely disclose to the seller any conflicts of interest;
    3. To advise the seller to seek expert advice on matters relating to the transaction that are beyond the agent's expertise;
    4. Not to disclose any confidential information from or about the seller, except under subpoena or court order, even after termination of the agency relationship; and
    5. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing after the seller's agent has complied with RCW 18.86.030 (1) (f), to make a good faith and continuous effort to find a buyer for the property; except that a seller's agent is not obligated to seek additional offers to purchase the property while the property is subject to an existing contract for sale.
  1. (a) The showing of properties not owned by the seller to prospective buyers or the listing of competing properties for sale by a seller's agent does not in and of itself breach the duty of loyalty to the seller or create a conflict of interest.
    1. The representation of more than one seller by different licensees affiliated with the same broker in competing transactions involving the same buyer does not in and of itself breach the duty of loyalty to the sellers or create a conflict of interest.
RCW 18.86.050 Sec. 5. Buyer's Agent - Duties.
  1. Unless additional duties are agreed to in writing signed by a buyers agent, the duties of a buyer's agent are limited to those set forth in RCW 18.86.030 and the following, which may not be waived except as expressly set forth in (e) of this subsection:
    1. To be loyal to the buyer by taking no action that is adverse or detrimental to the buyer's interest in a transaction;
    2. To timely disclose to the buyer any conflicts of interest;
    3. To advise the buyer to seek expert advise on matters relating to the transaction that are beyond the agent's expertise;
    4. Not to disclose any confidential information from or about the buyer, except under subpoena or court order, even after termination of the agency relationship; and
    5. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing after the buyer's agent has complied with RCW 18.86.030 (1) (f), to make a good faith and continuous effort to find a property for the buyer; except that a buyer's agent is not obligated to: (i) Seek additional properties to purchase while the buyer is a party to an existing contract to purchase; or (ii) show properties as to which there is no written agreement to pay compensation to the buyer's agent.
    1. The showing of property in which a buyer is interested to other prospective buyers by a buyer's agent does not in and of itself breach the duty of loyalty to the buyer or create a conflict of interest.
    2. The representation of more than one buyer by different licensees affiliated with the same broker in competing transactions involving the same property does not in and of itself breach the duty of loyalty to the buyers or create a conflict of interest.
RCW 18.86.060 Sec. 6. Dual Agent - Duties.
  1. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, a licensee may act as a dual agent only with the written consent of both parties to the transaction after the dual agent has complied with RCW 18.86.030 (1) (f), which consent must include a statement of the terms of compensation.
  2. Unless additional duties are agreed to in writing signed by a dual agent, the duties of a dual agent are limited to those set forth in RCW 18.86.030 and the following, which may not be waived except as expressly set forth in (e) and (f) of this subsection:
    1. To take no action that is adverse or detrimental to either party's interest in a transaction;
    2. To timely disclose to both parties any conflicts of interest;
    3. To advise both parties to seek expert advice on matters relating to the transaction that are beyond the dual agent's expertise;
    4. Not to disclose any confidential information from or about either party, except under subpoena or court order, even after termination of the agency relationship;
    5. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing after the dual agent has complied with RCW 18.86.030 (1) (f), to make a good faith and continuous effort to find a buyer for the property; except that a dual agent is not obligated to seek additional offers to purchase the property while the property is subject to an existing contract for sale; and
    6. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing after the dual agent has complied with RCW 18.86.030 (1) (f), to make a good faith and continuous effort to find a property for the buyer; except that a dual agent is not obligated to: (i) Seek additional properties to purchase while the buyer is a party to an existing contract to purchase; or (ii) show properties as to which there is no written agreement to pay compensation to the dual agent.
    1. The showing of properties not owned by the seller to prospective buyers or the listing of competing properties for sale by a dual agent does not in and of itself constitute action that is adverse or detrimental to the seller or create a conflict of interest.
    2. The representation of more than one seller by different licensees affiliated with the same broker in competing transactions involving the same buyer does not in and of itself constitute action that is adverse or detrimental to the sellers or create a conflict of interest.
    1. The showing of property in which a buyer is interested to other prospective buyers or the presentation of additional offers to purchase property while the property is subject to a transaction by a dual agent does not in and of itself constitute action that is adverse or detrimental to the buyer or create a conflict of interest.
    2. The representation of more than one buyer by different licensees affiliated with the same broker in competing transactions involving the same property does not in and of itself constitute action that is adverse or detrimental to the buyers or create a conflict of interest.
RCW 18.86.070 Sec. 7. Duration of Agency Relationship.
  1. The agency relationships set forth in this chapter commence at the time that the licensee undertakes to provide real estate brokerage services to a principal and continue until the earliest of the following;
    1. Completion of performance by the licensee;
    2. Expiration of the term agreed upon by the parties;
    3. Termination of the relationship by mutual agreement of the parties; or
    4. Termination of the relationship by notice from either party to the other. However, such a termination does not affect the contractual rights of either party.
  1. Except as otherwise agreed to in writing, a licensee owes no further duty after termination of the agency relationship, other than the duties of:
    1. Accounting for all monies and property received during the relationship; and
    2. Not disclosing confidential information.
RCW 18.86.080 Sec. 8. Compensation.
  1. In any real estate transaction, the broker's compensation may be paid by the seller, the buyer, a third party, or by sharing the compensation between brokers.
  2. An agreement to pay or payment of compensation does not establish an agency relationship between the party who paid the compensation and the licensee.
  3. A seller may agree that a seller's agent may share with another broker the compensation paid by the seller.
  4. A buyer may agree that a buyer's agent may share with another broker the compensation paid by the buyer.
  5. A broker may be compensated by more than one party for real estate brokerage services in a real estate transaction, if those parties consent in writing at or before the time of signing an offer in the transaction.
  6. A buyer's agent or dual agent may receive compensation based on the purchase price without breaching any duty to the buyer.
  7. Nothing contained in this chapter negates the requirement that an agreement authorizing or employing a licensee to sell or purchase real estate for compensation or a commission be in writing and signed by the seller or buyer.
RCW 18.86.090 Sec. 9. Vicarious Liability.
  1. A principal is not liable for an act, error or omission by an agent or subagent of the principal arising out of an agency relationship:
    1. unless the principal participated in or authorized the act, error or omission, or
    2. except to the extent that: (i) the principal benefited from the act, error, or omission; and (ii) the court determines that it is highly probable that the claimant would be unable to enforce a judgment against the agent or subagent.
  1. A licensee is not liable for an act, error, or omission of a subagent under this chapter, unless the licensee participated in or authorized the act, error or omission. This subsection does not limit the liability of a real estate broker for an act, error or omission by an associate real estate broker or real estate salesperson licensed to that broker.
RCW 18.86.100 Sec. 10. Imputed Knowledge and Notice.
  1. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, a principal does not have knowledge or notice of any facts known by an agent or subagent of the principal that are not actually known by the principal.
  2. Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, a licensee does not have knowledge or notice of any facts known by a subagent that are not actually known by the licensee. This subsection does not limit the knowledge imputed to a real estate broker of any facts known by an associate real estate broker or real estate salesperson licensed to such broker.
RCW 18.86.110 Sec 11. Application.

This chapter supersedes only the duties of the parties under the common law, including fiduciary duties of an agent to a principal, to the extent inconsistent with this chapter. The common law continues to apply to the parties in all other respects. This chapter does not affect the duties of a licensee while engaging in the authorized or unauthorized practice of law as determined by the courts of this state. This chapter shall be construed broadly.


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UTILITY CONTACT INFORMATION

King County/Seattle companies:

Water/Sewer/Garbage and Yard waste: Call City of Seattle Combined Utilities at (206) 625-3000 to discontinue or take over billing. Before you call, go to the water meter (under a metal plate, usually near the street) and write down the 6 digit number. This will save a charge to you for the city to come out to read the meter.

Recycling: Phone (206) 684-7600 for information on the recycling bins. These can usually be left with a house if you are selling, the city provides them for free if you are setting up new service.

Electricity: Call Seattle City Light at (206) 625-3000 Monday-Friday 7:30am to 6:00pm. To use the touch tone automated service (you don't talk to a person) call (206) 386-0099.

Gas or Oil: Call Puget Sound Energy at (888) 225-5773 for gas service changes. http://www.pse.com/ If you have oil, the sale agreement states that the buyer will pay for the remaining oil in the tank if the seller provides a written statement as to the quantity and current price. This information can be obtained from a supplier and should be made available to the buyer just before closing. If you are starting oil service, there are a variety to choose from; ask your neighbors for recommendations.

Telephone: Call Qwest Communications (800) 244-1111 to change, start, or discontinue local service. Also remember to contact your long distance provider, even if shutting off your service. http://www.qwest.com/

Cable Television: Comcast Broadband : (877) 824-2288 http://www.comcast.com/

Direct TV: : (888) 238-7177 http://www.directv.com/DTVAPP/index.jsp/

Address Change: You can get an address change form at your local post office. It is a good idea for sellers to leave their new address with buyers as mail will continue to arrive there. http://www.usps.com/

Snohomish County:

Water, Sewer, Garbage:
Lake Forest Park and Shoreline Water customers call: (206) 362-8100
Lake Forest Park and Shoreline Waste Management: (206) 546-2494
Lynnwood Utilities: (206) 670-6609
Everett Utilites: (425) 259-8999

Electricity:
Lake Forest Park and Shoreline: Call Seattle City Light at (206) 625-3000
Snohomish County: Call PUD of Snohomish County at 1-800-562-9142 or (425) 258-8230

Television - Cable and CATV:
Chambers Cable Corporation: (206) 774-5146
Comcast Communications: (877) 824-2288

Telephone: Residential customers call GTE Northwest at (800) 483-4100 from 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday-Friday.

Gas or Oil: Call Puget Sound Energy at (206) 464-1999 for gas service changes. For brand new gas lines and equipment call (206) 382-7858. If you have oil, the sale agreement states that the buyer will pay for the remaining oil in the tank if the seller provides a written statement as to the quantity and current price. This information can be obtained from a supplier and should be made available to the buyer just before closing. If you are starting oil service, there are a variety to choose from; ask your neighbors for recommendations.

The Washington Relay Service is available for deaf or hard of hearing persons only at 1-800-833-6388


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