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WEEK IN REVIEW
Saturday
Fire rips through Everett paintball arena
Everett building rules may be loosened
Contest inspired by ‘Biggest Loser' helps...
Friday
Trooper rear-ended by suspected drunk driver no...
Democrats split over choice for Snohomish Count...
Thanksgiving tradition flourishes at Everett ch...
Thursday


Truck crash near Marysville ties up northbound ...
When taggers strike in Everett, city picks up t...
Kids talk turkey: What Thanksgiving is all about
Wednesday
County law could change to allow guns in parks
Boy, 16, admits role in Sultan slaying of teen
Swift buses ready for fast lane
Tuesday


Father guilty of manslaughter in girl's death
Snohomish County budget passes, with a caveat
Soldier with ties to Marysville killed in Afgha...
Monday


Economy may silence Everett Symphony's season
Inmates with mental illness bring extra costs t...
Help with heating bills late to arrive this year
Sunday


Nurse seeks help healing hidden wounds of wars
Count drags on long after the election's over
Groups work to help those in uniform
 

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For home sellers willing to go solo, online services offer assistance

LOS ANGELES — Selling a home without a real estate agent can save thousands of dollars in commission fees, but it can also be a painstaking, confusing task. [More]






GPS-equipped phones change market

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The growth of cell phones with global-positioning technology is making life uncertain for the makers of personal navigational devices that help drivers figure out where they are and where to go. [More]





Advice if you’re trying to swoop in on a foreclosure deal

Question: I enjoyed your article last week on real estate investing. I was wondering about foreclosures, and how to buy these? Are there potential deals here? [More]






Gibson releases new robot guitar

LOS ANGELES — New cars have been tuning themselves for the better part of two decades now, so it should feel less impressive that Gibson has built a guitar that can smoothly do the same. [More]





Realtors’ world is changing rapidly, thanks to technology

One of the main concerns that an agent-broker panel voiced at the recent National Association of Realtors convention in San Diego was a prevailing rudeness in today’s highly competitive market. [More]





Bad economy puts regifting in a whole new light

Given the state of the economy and your bank account, purchasing gifts for certain friends and family may not be possible this holiday season. [More]





New formula has fewer ‘under water'

A major provider of mortgage data said Tuesday that the percentage of “underwater” homeowners — people who owe more than their homes are worth — is significantly lower than the company previously reported. [More]





High cost of dying forces bereaved to shop for bargains

As a lifelong bargain hunter, I’ve always joked that I wanted my gravestone to read: “Final Sale, No Return.” [More]





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Mortgage rates fall to record-low level  November 29
Tested at work, but not at school  November 29
Black Friday spending edges up; online sales soar  November 28
Retailers tweeting for holiday black ink  November 28
Dubai crisis rattles markets  November 28
France finishes EADS probe  November 28
Gasoline prices up for holidays across the U.S.  November 28
Health bill reform won’t affect veterans’ benefits  November 28
Snohomish County stores dangle discounts to grab shoppers  November 27
Tips for avoiding hassles with gift returns  November 27
Giving to charity: How to make sure you'll get your tax break  November 27
What small businesses should do to plan for 2010  November 27
Smart doodads for smart phones  November 27
Working too hard? Try hardly working, author suggests  November 27
Holiday Web shopping looks brighter than last year  November 26
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