Bill Leeks Journeyman Realtor

06/04/2026

☀️ June is loaded with events across the Tri-Cities and surrounding areas!

🍷 Wine events
🎶 Concerts
⚾ Dust Devils baseball
🎈 Balloon festivals
🛍️ Markets
🚗 Car shows
🏓 Pickleball tournaments
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family activities

One of the best parts about living here is there's always something to do.

Which event is on your calendar this month? 👇

06/03/2026

June is a great time to stay ahead of small issues before they become bigger expenses.

A few things worth checking around your home this month:

✅ HVAC maintenance
✅ Roof condition
✅ Sprinkler coverage
✅ Exterior maintenance
✅ Outdoor living spaces

Most homeowners don't need to know everything about houses. But knowing where to pay attention can help you avoid surprises and protect one of your biggest investments.

Over the next few weeks, I'll be breaking down each of these topics and sharing a few things homeowners and buyers should know. 🔨🏡

What's one thing on your home to-do list this month?

05/29/2026

One thing buyers should know:

A home inspection isn't a pass or fail test.

Almost every house has something on the report.

The goal is understanding the condition of the home, identifying potential future expenses, and making an informed decision before moving forward.

No house is perfect.

The important part is knowing what you're buying. 🔨🏡

05/29/2026

A lot of buyers focus on the biggest loan they can qualify for.

But you're the one making the payment every month.

A home should fit your budget and still leave room to enjoy life.

Room for vacations. Room for emergencies. Room for date nights. Room for the things that matter outside of the mortgage.

The goal isn't buying the biggest house possible.

It's buying smart. 🔨🏡

05/28/2026

Live@5 starts Today!! Free family fun live music vendors and kids activities through August 6.

We are so excited for the 22nd season of Live@5!!! .5 .7 Yakima Federal Savings and Loan .fox.band .band VooDoo Alley Contraband Band .theband

05/28/2026

Location matters. 🔨🏡

🏡 9819 Mustang Dr, Pasco WA

3 bed • 2.5 bath • 1,508 sq ft

This refreshed Pasco home puts you close to everything:

• Minutes from schools
• Quick highway access
• Near Chiawana Park & the Columbia River
• Shopping, restaurants, and everyday convenience nearby

Inside, the home has been thoughtfully updated with:

• Granite countertops
• Stainless Whirlpool appliances
• New flooring downstairs
• New carpet & upgraded padding upstairs
• Fresh interior paint
• Updated exterior trim & doors
• Custom Venetian plaster feature wall & powder room accents

Clean, move-in ready, and designed for easy everyday living heading into summer.

📍9819 Mustang Dr, Pasco WA
MLS # 291615

🏡 Full listing details: https://bill.searchwashingtonhomes.com/homedetails/wa/pasco/wapacific-2f90ed39764068e9e93cb090897b600d-wapacific/9819-mustang-dr-pasco-wa-99301?t=1776714166003&shareProperty=TU1DRDYzNTgwRkY1MzU0MjU1QTkyQUVDQzAwQjY5QkQzNXx3YXBhY2lmaWMtMmY5MGVkMzk3NjQwNjhlOWU5M2NiMDkwODk3YjYwMGQtd2FwYWNpZmlj&AgentMDID=MMCD63580FF5354255A92AECC00B69BD35&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&fbclid=IwdGRjcASEeA9jbGNrBIR4CWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHp4_lxq6UwfexoxLvV_RjEnlj-8nt6QwukF_BgmmfqQloGXS2PodkIDZj6Lq_aem_GNJ8DBu3QUk56tHdX4qqKQ

05/26/2026

Most homeowners don’t think about their HVAC system until it stops working during the hottest week of summer.

Simple things like changing filters, clearing debris around the outdoor unit, and regular servicing can help systems run more efficiently and last longer.

A little maintenance now can save a lot of stress later. 🔨🏡

Small maintenance usually costs less than emergency repairs.

05/25/2026

Ever dreamed of a place so massive, it feels like a prehistoric adventure? This isn’t just land… it’s a Jurassic-sized playground for your imagination.

2.7 acres of endless possibility for epic games, sprawling gardens, dirt bikes, bonfires, backyard dreams, or simply soaking in the kind of space most people only fantasize about.

Imagine the possibilities. This incredible home with its monumental outdoor living is waiting for you. Come explore before the dinosaurs beat you to it.

05/22/2026

One of the biggest myths in real estate is that you need 20% down to buy a home.

The reason 20% comes up so often is because it lowers your monthly payment, reduces interest over time, and avoids PMI.

The more you can put down, the better.
But honestly, most people don’t have 20% sitting in the bank right now.

That doesn’t mean buying is impossible. It just means the math has to make sense for your situation. 🔨🏡

The goal isn’t buying as fast as possible. The goal is buying smart.

If you want to see what buying could realistically look like for you, send me a message saying “NUMBERS.”

05/18/2026

Tri-Cities market update for May 2026. 🏡

Inventory is improving a little right now, giving buyers more options than they had earlier this year.

Homes are still selling across the Tri-Cities, but pricing smart and making a strong first impression matters more in today’s market.

Things are feeling more balanced heading into summer.
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