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Try on proposed King County property tax changes with this tool Rural Americans United, led by Doug White, has launched a 14-month public awareness campaign in October 2023 to reach voters in Central Washington's 4th Congressional District. The campaign includes 20,000 radio spots in English and Spanish focusing on Democratic Party values such as public educatio...

Mortgage rate lock volume plummeted 20% in September as rates soared
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Mortgage rate lock volume plummeted 20% in September as rates soared Optimal Blue's Originations Market Monitor report showed that mortgage-rate-lock volume fell 20% in September, due to a combination of a seasonal decline in purchase activity and rising interest rates. The refi share of total lock volume ticked slightly higher from 12% to 13%. Purchase lock counts w...

Understanding Home Equity Loans and Cash-out Refinance
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Understanding Home Equity Loans and Cash-out Refinance Home equity loans are a great way for servicemembers to take out cash from their homes, however, it is important to consider the pros and cons of a home equity fixed rate loan and a home equity line of credit before making any decisions. Additionally, the VA offers a cash-out refinance loan which is...

This Was the Most Important Factor in Choosing My Mortgage Lender
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This Was the Most Important Factor in Choosing My Mortgage Lender When shopping for a mortgage loan, the most important factor to prioritize is the interest rate, as this will determine the cost of the loan over time. Those with good credit and a large down payment can focus solely on the interest rate, whereas those with less than perfect financial credentials ma...

King County moves on potential $1 billion property tax hike for climate action
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King County moves on potential $1 billion property tax hike for climate action King County officials are discussing the possibility of a climate levy lid lift on the ballot in 2024, which could generate up to $1 billion to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and respond to climate impacts. The proposed levy could require an initial rate of 11.5-18.5 cents per $1,000 assessed value...

King County warns of 'dramatic fiscal situation' if cap on property taxes doesn't change
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King County warns of 'dramatic fiscal situation' if cap on property taxes doesn't change In October 2023, King County leaders are warning of budget cuts to services like public health, the legal system and elections workers if a state law is not changed. The law, passed in 2007, caps property tax increases at 1%. King County Executive Dow Constantine has proposed a $511 million mid-bien...