Washington Home Search, Resources & Services

Local Resources

This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area.

Military Resources
  Fort Lewis Information - Official Military Information Site
  Guardian Newpaper - Military newspaper
  McChord Air Force Base Information -
Home Searches
  HUD Homes - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developement
  John L. Scott Home Search - Search for homes on one of the best Real Estate web sites out there. Welcome to John L. Scott!
  National Home Search -
  Real Estate Search -
Mortgage
  Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
  Corner Stone Home Mortgage - Contact Tim Barlow for your mortgage needs.
  Response Mortgage - As a professional in the mortgage lending industry, I've built my reputation on providing outstanding customer service to my clients. That means you can count on me to always look out for your best interests, and to keep you informed throughout every step of the lending process. To Find out what amount your pre-qualified for 24 hours a day simply click link above. Enjoy your visit, Debbie
  USAA Mortgage -
Real Estate Information
  America Transnation Title and Escrow - Title and Escrow. 1031 Exchange Service.
  Real Estate Directory - Directory for Real Estate.
  Realtor.com - Superior Real Estate site. REALTORS are held to the 'Code of Ethics.'
Schools
  American School Directory -
  Rochester Schools -
  School Information - free school profiles
  South Puget Sound College -
  State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics....
  Yelm Community Schools - Yelm school information
Area Information
  City of Yelm -
  Community Information - free community profiles
  Compare Cities -
  Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events
  Official Pierce County Web Site -
  Official Thurston County Web Site -
  Thurston County Chamber of Commerce -
  Thurston County Parcel Research/Ordinances - Use parcel number or parcel address to locate any property within Thurston County. Maps are excellent. Topographicals and wetland research can start here.
  Yelm Chamber of Commerce -
  Yelm Cinemas -
  Yelm Senior Center - New Yelm Senior Multipurpose Center 360-458-7733
  Yelm Water Recycling Program - Yelm is one of the pioneers of water recycling. Our step down system can be found at most homes in the city.
Tax Information
  First-time homeowners -
  Homeowner deductions information -
  How to report moving expenses -
  Selling your home -
Relocation Links
  Yelm Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move
  Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage
  National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
  Official City Sites - find area info sites across the world!
  US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states
  USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move
Local Weather
  Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars....
Maps
  Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
  Virtual Earth Map-Interactive Map - Virtual Earth is an exciting new technology provided by John L. Scott. This interactive map allows you to pin point homes and areas of interest as well as providing a list of other homes in and around your desired location.
Shannon Brent