Is the Tri-Cities in Washington a Good Place to Retire?

Is The Tri-Cities in Washington a Good Place To Retire?Yes, the Tri-Cities in Washington is a good place to retire.  Are you looking for the perfect place to retire? Look no further than the Tri-Cities in Washington! This charming Southeastern Washington state region offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere with plenty of activities for seniors. With its temperate climate and low cost of living, this area provides an attractive option for retirees.

The Tri-Cities offers something for everyone. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities or prefer shopping and dining, this region has it all. With over 26 miles of trails along the Columbia River, nature lovers will find themselves in paradise. For those who wish to stay active, there are several golf…

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Richland WA on Top 10 List of Best Places for a Second CareerRecently the US News and World Report issued a new report on the “Top Ten Places to Begin a Second Career.” Many seniors throughout the US will continue to work past the age of 65 because they enjoy working. However, these seniors who enjoy working are having a challenging time finding employment. One of the factors that contribute to the availability of jobs is a vibrant community such as a college/university town or a city where government or healthcare jobs are prevalent.

Among the list of top ten US Cities to start a second career is our very own Richland Washington. One of the biggest reasons for being on the list is the fact that the area added 3,000 jobs to the local economy during the past year, this is new jobs than any other metro area in the…

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Tri-Cities Wa – 5th Top Metro Area for Creating and Sustaining JobsCalifornia-based think tank company Milken Institute has released a report on the Top US Metro Areas that managed to create and sustain jobs in light of the national recession. The Kennewick-Richland-Pasco area is ranked number five on this list of 13 metro areas for the second year in a row. During the last 12 months, the Tri-City Washington area’s jobs increased by 4.5 percent, which is the highest percentage growth in the nation. This large increase in jobs is due mostly to the stimulus money coming in for Hanford.

President and CEO of the Tri-City Development Council, Carl Adrian says that it is a great thing to have our area out there on a list such as this one because it allows for the planning of ideas for creating broad-based prosperity and the…

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2023 Three Rivers Folklife's Tumbleweed Music Festival, Howard Amon Park on the Columbia River, September 1-3, 2023

2021Three Rivers Folklife's Tumbleweed Music Festival, Howard Amon Park on the Columbia RiverLabor Day weekend, Howard Amon Park in Richland will host the Tumbleweed Music Festival.  3 days of great acoustic music on the banks of the Columbia River.  This year's theme is "Dear Friends."  All events are free except for the Saturday Evening Concert and Sunday Contra Dance Fundraisers.  Five outdoor stages featuring 99+ different acts, an open mic stage, an indoor dance floor, 30+ workshops, food & craft vendors, and online performance & workshops.  

Three Rivers Folklife Society has put on the Tumbleweed Music Festival every year the festival will be celebrating its annual festival. Bring the whole family out and enjoy some…

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Kennewick, Richland, Pasco, & West Richland Washington Virtual Open Houses in the Tri-Cities MLS MarketKennewick, Richland, Pasco, & West Richland Washington Virtual Open Houses in the Tri-Cities MLS Market
One positive outcome of the Covid-19 pandemic is the development of online marketing.  Our company has jumped in with a vengeance and has been developing, and continuing the development of Virtual Open House Tours, online marketing, and other means to market a home in an incredibly difficult season of our lives.

As a real estate team, we have always believed Open Houses, the physical version, are an ineffective means of marketing a home.  Often real estate agents convince the seller to hold Open Houses for marketing, when in the end the Open House is an incredible inconvenience to the homeowner, puts the home in oftentimes an unsafe position, and…

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Brews, Brats, & Boards - White Pass Ski Patrol FundraiserThe White Pass Ski Patrol is hosting a Brews, Brats, & Boards Fundraiser.  We operate purely on the donations of others.  Please come and join for what will not doubt be lots of fun.  If you cannot make it, but a ticket anyway, as all proceeds go to the White Pass Ski Patrol.

Details about the event:
What: Brews, Brats, & Boards
Why: Fundraiser for the White Pass Volunteer Ski Patrol
When: December 5th, 2015. 5-8 PM
Where: White Pass - 48935 U.S. 12 Naches, WA 98937 - View Map

Your donation of $20 gets you in the door and a cool glass. Food and beverage will be available for purchase from many local vendors. All ages are welcome.

Beer and sausage, what a lovely combination!
Did you know the Ski Patrol needs your donation?

For bumps, scrapes, breaks,…

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Yakima Ski & Snowboard Swap | State Fair Park - Modern Living BuildingThe 50th annual Ski & Snowboard Swap held in Yakima Washington and brought to you by the White Pass Ski Patrol, will be one of the best yet, with new and used Snowboards, Shaped Skis, Traditional Skis, Boots, and Clothing.

WHEN: Saturday, October 31st, 2015, 9:00am - 6:00pm | Sunday, November 1st, 2015, 10:00am - 3:00pm
WHERE: The Modern Living Building, State Fair Park, Yakima Washington. [click for map] Google Maps - State Fair Park
PAYMENT METHOD: Checks will not be accepted for payment during the Swap. All payments are Cash or Credit Card only.

Registration Information (for sellers)
WHEN: Thursday, October 29th, 2015, 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Friday, October 30th, 2015, 9:00am-9:00pm

A registration fee of $0.25 per item will be charged at the time of…

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Benton County was just named the most affordable metropolitan county in the state for first time homebuyers. This is a title Benton County is familiar with due to high wages, this is seen when looking at the first time homebuyer affordability index which is at 127.9(seasonally adjusted data). This means first time homebuyers come in with 28% more income than the minimum needed to qualify. When looking just one county over these numbers drop, in Franklin County the first time homeowner affordability index is 102.1, meaning first time homeowners come in with 2% more income then the minimum. This number is lower than Benton County but it remains higher then the statewide first time homeowner affordability index of 95.5, with the average homeowner throughout…

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