Driving Tour of Jubilee and Ovation at Oak Tree | Two 55+ neighborhoods in Lacey, WA

We are going on a field trip today to check out two 55+ neighborhoods in Lacey, WA! Be sure to watch the video listed at the bottom of this post. If you are aged 55 and over and are looking specifically for 55+ neighborhoods, Olympia has many options for you – from single family homes, …

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2023 New Laws in Washington State and Upcoming Real Estate Bills

If you are considering a move to the Olympia area or to Washington State, here are a few of the new laws effective January 1, 2023 that could impact you. Minimum Wage Increase Washington now has the highest state minimum wage in the United States of $15.74 an hour. In 2022, the minimum wage was …

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9824 Mullen Rd SE | Olympia WA | Home for Sale

Finding a home on a larger lot (0.501 acres) that is reasonably priced is a tall order in the Olympia, Washington market but this new listing may be the perfect home for you! Visit www.FrancineViola.com/1924130 for all the details. Listed for $350,000 Features The split floor plan gives privacy to all with the primary bedroom …

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Living in Olympia – Downtown Olympia Tour/Getting into the Christmas Spirit

Christmas in downtown Olympia

What it’s like living in Olympia, Washington Here’s a short tour of downtown Olympia getting into the Christmas spirit on Small Business Saturday 2020. My walkabout this past Saturday around downtown Olympia, Washington was certainly quiet and subdued from year’s past.  The pandemic and the modified shutdown through December 14th have canceled the usual annual …

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