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Private & serene estate Parklike setting adjacent to a state park on immaculate waterfront. Overlooking Skagit Bay & Mt Baker. Walk the 1/4 mile of trails through the property or venture down the new stairs to the water.

The observation deck is the perfect spot to watch eagles. True rustic elegance through the inviting home with handmade stained glass doors and exposed beams. Guest house, artist studio.

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Bert Clay

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2016 2015 Award Of Excellence Winner 3 BD, 2.75 BA, 2750 sq ft MLS:1183642 $670,000

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Gorgeous, Just Completed New Home in the sought-after Neighborhood of Portalis!

Natural, peaceful surroundings, wonderful views and steps from Ship Harbor Beach, the Guemes trail and the San Juan Island ferry terminal. Main floor living, private office. Beautifully designed, fabulous home for entertaining and easy living!

3 BD, 2.75 BA, 2350 sq ft MLS:1187888 $650,000

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Your Own Mini Farm!

Sanctuary on 42+ Acres

Sierra Country Club

Classic farmhouse w/ Skagit Bay view. Koi Rambler on large lot w/community pond & stream. MLS:1092888 $1,699,000 clubhouse & pool. Hardwood floors. ExKaren Petersen 360-202-0643 pansive kitchen. MLS:1140263 $286,000 Brenda Harter 360-770-5178 Gayle Zawaideh 425-221-1669

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Beautiful log home on 5 acres. Fenced pasture with small barn. Bonus room above garage. MLS:1209790 $500,000 Shalyce Pocock 360-421-4407

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Bay, City & Mt. Baker Views

Dramatic Views of Puget Sound

Rambler in Bayhill

St. Mary’s hill on large double lot. Master on main upper level. 2BD +bonus rm & full bar down. MLS:1167689 $495,000 Curt Oppel 360-202-0121

New 30-year roof. Oak hardwood floors, open floor plan, main level living. 2nd kitchen. MLS:1204142 $575,000 Bob Baker 360-420-2905

Kitchen & Master w/ sliding doors to large fully fenced back yard. Shed & RV parking. MLS:1175743 $340,000 Shalyce Pocock 360-421-4407

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St Marys Neighborhood

Parkside Neighborhood

Exquisite Waterfront Estate

Surrounded by forestland trails! Chef’s Vaulted living room ceiling w/cozy fireplace. Professionally landscaped low kitchen w/Sile Stone counter tops, Jennair range. MLS:1170308 $635,000 maint yard. MLS:1182885 $385,000 Christine Mathes 360-770-4895 Paul Necco 360-770-5989

Surrounded by water on 3 sides. Incl tidelands. 3 master suites w/ views. Bonus rm/office. MLS:960690 $2,250,000 Shalyce Pocock 360-421-4407

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New Home - Fidalgo Island

Under Construction

Unique Hand-hewn Log Home

2nd home in new North View neighborhood from Irving Construction, Fabulous views! MLS:1139081 $660,000 Lisa Strandberg 360-661-2710

3200 SF Saratoga w/ magnificent water views. Open kitchen-dining plan. Main floor master. MLS:1179817 $1,385,000 Sandi Davidson 360-610-7759

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2.5 acres w/ fabulous view of Campbell Lake! Open loft. Barn and apple/pear orchard. MLS:1105185 $698,000 Karen Petersen 360-202-0643

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PLEASANT RIDGE VICTORIAN 5BD 2+BA 4848sf overlooking tulip fields & Mt Baker. Four floors, huge living room w/ red oak floors, granite gourmet kitchen, and a full studio on bottom floor with second kitchen..

Barn, 2+ Acres. Classic Country Victorian! A must see! $799,000 To see more photos, Text R404373 to 52187

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NEW LISTING! Wonderful 3BD 2.25BA on corner lot of quiet dead end street. Kitchen w/granite island, opens to DR & LR w/ gas fireplace. Bonus family/theater room. Gas heat & newer roof. Fully fenced backyard with patio and nice landscaping. Move-in ready! $309,500 To see more photos, Text R591188 to 52187

SHY ACRE ‘VIEW’ LOT Build your dream home in a gated community w/ walking trails and natural wilderness. Paved streets, utilities including natural gas. Near state parks and Pass Lake. Bay, Lake, Mountain Views! $199,000 To see more photos, Text R309068 to 52187

LEVEL 5 ACRES Residential building lot. One home + one accessory dwelling unit zoning. Not in flood plain. Electricity at street. Nearby wells produce good water flow. Property lines clearly marked from recent survey. $77,000 To see more photos, Text R401112 to 52187

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PRIVATE VIEW ACREAGE Nearly 5 acres w/ 2.38 acres in open space. PUD water paid for and available 300 feet from property.

Modular home ok. MLS:1174218 $139,000 Text R486211 to 52187

WEST FACING Medium bank WF. 3BD 2.5BA 2934sf home w/ unobstructed views & fantastic sunsets. RV/boat parking. FEE SIMPLE! MLS:1138430 $729,000 Call Meg Text R404871 to 52187

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FEE SIMPLE VIEW LOT near La Conner!

Fee simple means you own the land!

Community beach, picnic, tennis court.

MLS:886078 $79,500 Text P671310 to 52187

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1 Acre. LA CONNER Amazing VIEWS! $249,000 LARGE VIEW LOT Expansive view over marina to Cascades. Ideal for daylight basement house. Utilities at lot. Shelter Bay amenities. MLS:28077523 $29,000 Text T595192 to 52187

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Service with Expertise and Style Margi Houghton

360-202-0041

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties

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LOW BANK WATERFRONT

ANACORTES SKYLINE VIEW HOME

Large, low bank waterfront lot with a custom, northwest style, 2212 SF home. Stunning views from almost every room of Skagit Bay with Skagit and Kiket Islands. Easy walk down to the beautiful beach.

Great for kayaking and crabbing. MLS:1167720 $728,000

Enjoy dramatic sunsets & marina views from this spacious, corner lot Skyline view home. Great home for entertaining w/large deck overlooking Marina, Burrows Bay, islands, & mountains. Generous sized bedrooms & lots of storage. Close to Washington Park & Skyline Marina. MLS:1149870 $768,000

ISLAND WATERFRONT HOME

NW STYLE HOME ON 2.5 ACRES

No bank waterfront on Sinclair Island. Custom 848 SF home, great room has wall of windows w/vaulted ceiling. Amazing views from the large deck. Path to a beach. Moorage buoy included. Sinclair Island is a non-ferry serviced island. Approximately a 20 minute boat ride by private boat or water taxi from Anacortes. MLS:1186613 $300,000

Guemes Island 3+BD/2.5BA, over 3500 sqft home ½ mile from the beach. 2 story floor plan. Bonus rooms throughout. 4 stall barn; fenced for horses. Garden w/mature landscaping. Circular driveway; privacy of natural conifers and alders; ponds. 5 minute ferry from Anacortes & 90 minutes from Seattle. MLS:1111582 $479,000

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

HIGH BANK WATERFRONT

Spectacular, panoramic, views from this Gated 10 Acre View Property. Create your ultimate retreat. Underground utilities at the lot for water & power. Del Mar private beach access & seasonal boat moorage access are included. MLS:770482 $750,000

5 acre high bank waterfront lot with spectacular views in a park-like setting. Lot certification has been done. There is a good well and power at the lot. Approximately 335 ft of waterfront. Bring your plans and build your island get-away. Guemes Island is only an eight minute ferry ride from Anacortes. MLS:819622 $275,000

BEAUTIFUL LEVEL ACREAGE

LARGE WATERFRONT LOT

Beautiful pastoral setting; open property. Ideal pasture for horse lovers; build your small country estate or farm on this cleared level ten acres. Community park & beach is only a short walk away.

Guemes Island is only an eight minute ferry ride from Anacortes and 90 minutes from Seattle. MLS:1132966 $249,000

Large waterfront lot has spectacular views to the southwest of Guemes Channel and islands. Water share with Holiday Hideaway Water Company and a soil analysis on file. Only an eight minute ferry ride from Anacortes and a 90 minute drive from Seattle. Beach rights at three coves. Moorage possible. MLS:621877 $128,000

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OLD TOWN ANACORTES! Charming remodeled 3BD home on corner lot. New kitchen with SS appliances, slab quartz counters, double oven, & loads of storage. New bathrooms, huge bonus room with slider to fenced backyard. Old school millwork in original home reproduced throughout. Main level master suite w/ 2 more bedrooms & half bath upstairs. New roof, new plumbing, updated electrical, all new Milgard windows, refinished oak floors. Private fenced backyard filled w/ perennial flowers/bulbs.

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ANACORTES 4BD 2.5BA open concept design that is great for entertaining. Huge master bedroom w/ sitting area. Large fully fenced backyard. Expansive 16’x20’ deck. New Roof to be installed prior to closing.

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OAK HARBOR Incredible views! 3BD 2.75BA 2338sf on shy acre. Wraparound deck, 9’ ceilings, spacious kitchen. $419,000 Text R591196 to 52187

SKYLINE 3BD 2BA rambler. Living room w/ gas fireplace & extra bonus room w/ wood burning stove. Community beach. $354,000 Text R565182 to 52187

O A K H A R B O R Pre-construction w/ amazing Dugualla Bay & Mt Baker vews.

Granite counters, hardwood floors. $549,000 Text R320650 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Income Opportunity! Live downstairs & rent the upstairs unit. Updated 3BD 2BA duplexes. Private yards. $339,000 Text R565154 to 52187

ANACORTES 3BD 2BA w/ large updated kitchen, office/den & bonus room. Alley access. Detached shop. $423,000 Text R548350 to 52187

ANACORTES Pre-construction 4BD 2.5BA 3,000+sf on 2+ acres. Anacortes Forest Lands access. Gated community. $874,000 Text R597336 to 52187

ANACORTES Craftsman 4BD 2.5BA 3040sf on 2.24 acres. Master bedroom on the main floor. Minutes to Downtown. $944,000 Text R552426 to 52187

ANACORTES Come build your dream home with New Creations, a pre-sale Craftsman model. 2+ acres. $824,000 Text R595943 to 52187

COUPEVILLE Formal living & dining rooms, lg family rm off kitchen & hardwood floors!

Wired for gen. Penn Cove view. $469,000 Text R568480 to 52187

MARINE HEIGHTS NW contemporary w/ high-end craftsmanship. Views of Burrows & Fidalgo island. Gourmet kitchen. $1,099,000 Text R568487 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Move in ready 4BD 2.5BA 2438sf. Kitchen w/ breakfast bar. Den & half bath downstairs. Lg corner lot. $400,000 Text R594109 to 52187

LA CONNER Magical waterfront home!

Detached studio w/ BA & kitchenette. Great VRBO history! Leased land. $450,000 Text R534500 to 52187

ANACORTES Rare 4 lot short plat, ready to build! Nestled right on the back side of Skyline close to Anaco Beach. $399,000 Text R581750 to 52187

OAK HARBOR 6+ acres w/ horse stalls, pasture & arena. 3BD 2.5BA 2296sf home w/ lg bonus rm. Guest house. $450,000 Text R512479 to 52187

ANACORTES Stunning views! 3BD 2.5BA 2718sf high-end condo. Gourmet kitchen., cherry floors. Elevator access. $859,000 Text R465425 to 52187 Page 9

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WHIDBEY ISLAND

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32800 Hwy 20, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 • Each office independently owned and operated.

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Terri Neilon (360) 632-4895 COUPEVILLE Pondilla Estates 3345sf 3BD 3.5BA. Open kitchen with a pantry, stainless steel appliances, mahogany cabinets. Master on 1st floor. Loft bonus room upstairs with view of water. 40 year roof. A/C. Beach access. $600,000 Text R561460 to 52187

LANGLEY 3BD 2.5BA 2004sf on lovely large lot in The Cedars. Brand new paint, carpet, stainless appliances & back deck. Newer solarium plus greenhouse. Whole house automatic generator system. $429,000 Text R523749 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Better than new! 3BD 1.75BA in Cascade Village. Cozy wood fireplace, vaulted ceilings, forced air gas heating, berber carpet & built-in bookshelves. Spacious utility room and large 2 car garage. $319,000 Text R481195 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Move in ready onelevel island condo! Close to all shopping, schools, and NAS Whidbey. Spacious rooms and a large utility/ den. All this and a single car garage makes this a wonderful home. $173,300 Text R481186 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Custom Mariners Cove home w/ captivating water view. Great Room design with vaulted ceiling, formal and causal living areas, cozy gas insert, formal dining area. Designer kitchen. 5 car garage. $649,900 Text R397452 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Stunning one story zero entry home in 55+ neighborhood of Fairway Point. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, great room design with gourmet kitchen and nook, formal dining room, and spacious office. $405,000 Text R539889 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Bring your custom home design and begin your building plans on this 5 acres parcel in Scenic Vista Estates. Spectacular sunrises!

Close in for shopping, schools, marina facilities and NAS Whidbey! $199,000 Text R396256 to 52187

OAK HARBOR 4BD 2.5BA 3586sf w/open concept floor plan. Kitchen w/Cherry cabinetry, granite & SS appliances. Upper Bonus room & main level den. Fenced yard. Minutes to NAS Whidbey. $465,000 Text R343760 to 52187

NORTH WHIDBEY Nearly 10 acres!

Approximately 1/3 in marketable timber, remainder in grasses, could be pasture land.Will need well & access road.

Pleasant territorial views warmed by southern exposure. $127,500 Text R506032 to 52187

NORTH WHIDBEY 4+ acres with pastoral, territorial and partial Olympic Mountain Views. Ideal setting for building your own floor plan or setting up a manufactured home of your choice.

Minutes from town & Base. $89,950 Text R556892 to 52187

OAK HARBOR Gorgeous 4BD 2.5BA in Fireside neighborhood. Updated floors, large kitchen, walk-in pantry, living, dining & family room. Master Suite w/ jetted tub. Bonus room. Deck for entertaining. $380,000 Text R572284 to 52187

OAK HARBOR 3BD 2.5BA Condo w/ excellent access to Oak Harbor schools, NAS Whidbey, shops services, beach & more. Bright & open boasting tile in the entry & kitchen, private rear patio & large private garage. $209,000 Text R396257 to 52187

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HOW TO BUY A HOME IN A TIGHT MARKET W

e all know the equation: low inventory means higher prices. Also known as a tight market, this setting can be stressful for buyers, who are trying to snap up their dream home yet keep running into competition. Attempting to purchase a house in this type of market can make the already complex process of buying a home even more overwhelming.

The following five tips can help buyers successfully get through the buying process in a tight inventory market:

yard, those cannot be addressed later and must be taken into account during the house hunting process.

BE READY TO MAKE A DECISION QUICKLY. In a seller’s market, homes rarely stay on the market long, so when a house that is in their budget and checks off all of their needs come along, buyers should not hesitate. Buyers should be ready to submit an offer quickly, or they may risk missing out on the home altogether.

DETERMINE & STICK TO A BUDGET. Before beginning the house hunting process, prospective homebuyers should receive loan preapproval from one or more lenders to verify how much they can borrow. Then, after taking into account additional costs of ownership such as taxes, utilities and insurance, buyers should determine a final budget they can comfortably afford. When listings are scarce, bidding wars can drive up prices, so buyers must be prepared to walk away if the asking price surpasses their budget.

BID COMPETITIVELY AND LIMIT CONTINGENCIES. It is tempting to submit a low offer as a starting bid, but in a seller’s market buyers need to put forward their highest offer from the very beginning or they are likely to lose out on the home. It is also important to remember that in multiple bidding situations it is not always the highest offer that is most attractive to the seller but the one with the fewest contingencies. Removing restrictions related to the sale of a current home and being flexible with things like the move-in date can make a bid stand out to a seller.

IDENTIFY DESIRED NEIGHBORHOODS AND HOME WANTS VERSUS NEEDS. When housing inventory is tight, buyers may need to compromise on what they believe they want from a home. Certain wants, such as stainless steel appliances or hardwood floors, can be added later.

However, if a buyer wants to be in a specific school district or have a decent sized back-

WORK WITH A REALTOR®. All real estate is local, so it is important to work with an agent who is a Realtor®, a member of the National Association of Realtors®, and who is familiar with the areas and neighborhoods the homebuyers are considering. They can give buyers the competitive advantage needed in a tight market.

The Basics of Buying Investment Properties

By Kenneth D. Rosen Editor’s Note: This was originally published on RISMedia’s blog, Housecall.

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veryone wants a magic and immediate path to wealth. The bad news? The path doesn’t exist. Wealth is attainable through more conventional means. If you come to understand the real estate industry and if you deepen your own firsthand experience as you buy and sell investment properties, you’ll be on the road to success.

Along the road, there are six core principles that will make or break each real estate investment deal. They are the most important concepts you will learn. I call them the Big Six. With each successive deal I negotiated, I grew to recognize the common elements. The Big Six are part of a sequenced step-by-step formula that enables you to identify and purchase the right income property at the right price.

The elements of the Big Six Formula that will guide you into the basics of buying income properties are the following:

1. Location

Location is the single most important component of any real estate deal. It is crucial in determining your investment success. Look for properties that are situated in an “A” location. Such locations include the socioeconomic levels of the people who live or work in a particular neighborhood, its proximity to shopping centers, public transportation, crime levels, the nearness of prestigious universities and medical facilities, traffic congestion, zoning restrictions, the quality of schools, fire and police protection, and even the reputation of the local government and its officials.

2. Building Quality & Design Efficiency

Design efficiency interfaces with building quality. When you find an investment property you’d like to buy, you will need to scrutinize both elements. Look for properties that far exceed minimum construction requirements and that have useful and innovative design elements. This will not only make the property attractive to tenants but will add value to the property in the future. Design features on apartment complexes that stand the test of time include walk-in closets, large kitchens with windows, and his-andher bathrooms. In an office building, a common area factor of 15 percent is desirable as well as a ratio of four parking spaces for every 1,000 square feet of rentable space.

3. Tenant Profile

Tenants can represent either an asset or a liability in an in-

vestment. When you invest, your mission is to make sure your tenant profile is the former and not the latter. Just as you want a well-constructed and well-designed property, you’ll want stable tenants who are a good match for your property and have appropriate lease agreements.

Find out how much rent is generated and whether it is at market rate or under market.

You want to focus on finding an income property that offers the opportunity to increase rental income and, by doing so, multiply the value of the property so that you can resell it at a substantial profit.

get started, you’ll need to get a number of finance-related items in order. The first thing you should do before applying for a mortgage loan is to review your credit reports and your credit scores. Also, learn the terms, understand the components of a mortgage and how they interact, and be open to the full range of financing options available.

Banks and other financial institutions make money from mortgages. They are willing to negotiate. Be creative—you may be surprised at the terms you’re able to obtain from a bank or insurance companies, especially in today’s low interest rate environment.

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6. Price

This fourth element refers to the cash flow growth possibilities offered by a particular property along with the likelihood that the property will increase in value. A property may cost $1,500,000 to construct, but if it brings in only the income of a $900,000 property, then it is worth only $900,000. The key to increasing value lies in buying a solid Class B property in an “A” location where the rents are under the market, the leases are short term, and there are no options to renew the leases.

5. Financing

In the musical Cabaret, there is a song with the lyrics, “Money makes the world go around.” It could just as easily be used to describe real estate’s role in the economic landscape. The free flow of money and access to credit is what adds vibrancy to property investment. Before you

The successful evaluation of a property’s price has more to do with how much information you can gather about a seller and the property than it does about the price tag on the real estate deal. You must look at the value of the property, which is not the same thing as its price. The crucial concern is not just how much the property costs, but what kind of income it can generate for you. A property may be architecturally perfect and engineeringly sound, but if you’re locked into long-term, under-market lease rates, the value will be eroded.

If you master these principles, wealth will be within reach.

However, it’s not enough to just understand and utilize the Big Six. You must execute them in order. That’s because they all fit together snugly to form your customized real estate formula.

How to Decorate Your Home for Fall Fall is one of the best seasons for decorating your home in a tasteful way that’s both festive and functional. Some of the most popular fall decorating themes include pumpkins, gourds, fall foliage, and pinecones to name a few. It’s time to say goodbye to summer and welcome the changing of seasons by adding a few cozy touches around your house with these tips.

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Refresh Your Front Door: Maximize your curb appeal by adding piles of pumpkins and gourds to create a cheery look. Get creative by painting your house numbers onto one of the larger pumpkins, or throw in some potted croton and mums to your décor to complete the look. For a finishing touch, place a fall-themed wreath on the door.

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Warm Things Up: With cooler temperatures creeping in, give your open spaces a snug feel by swapping out your lightweight pillows and linens. Instead of cotton and linen, opt for velvet or burlap materials in darker colors. Add a few throw blankets into the mix, and you’ll be ready to welcome guests for nights spent by the fire.

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Add Fall Flowers: Just because summer is over doesn’t mean that flowers have to go along with it. If you’re looking to brighten up your home, there’s no easier way than to do so with flowers. Sunflowers and alstromeria are both great choices because they both last for about a week. Remove all leaves below the water line and change your water every few days in order to keep your blooms fresh.

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Add a Rocking Chair: Pair a rocking chair with a plaid blanket outside on the porch for the ultimate fall look.

All that you’ll be missing after that is a cup of pumpkin flavored coffee.

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Bring Outside In: Fall leaves are ideal for sprinkling on the mantle or for pressing onto wax paper during an afternoon of crafts. Use backyard leaves to create streamers for fall-themed parties, or frame them for artwork around the house. The options are endless!

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Turn on the Fire: Fireplaces take the center stage when it comes to the fall season. If you have a wood fireplace, now is the time to make sure that you have enough firewood for the rest of the season.

If you’re using gas, don’t forget to turn it off when you leave to go somewhere. Nonetheless, a roaring fire paired with a comfy sofa and views of the changing leaves creates the perfect fall setup.

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GORGEOUS 9500 SF LOT in coveted Anaco Beach neighborhood of luxury homes. Natural setting w/mature cedars & other native vegetation. $155,500 Text R104816 to 52187

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2 homes, 2 barns, heated pump house, walking trails,round pen & chicken coop.

Indoor arena & 2nd barn. $999,000 Text R453938 to 52187

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BEAUTIFUL LOG HOME 3,000+ sqft on 3.32 acres. Complete Viking appliance package, maple floors & granite. 36x60 shop with office/bath & kitchen. $895,000 Text R465380 to 52187

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Huge family rm. Kitchen w/ stainless & grainte. 2 story playhouse. $329,900 Text R572317 to 52187

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NEW CONSTRUCTION RAMBLER in new development, Jacob’s Meadows. by NW Choice Construction. 3BD 1.75BA w/ 2 car garage. $499,700 Text R495582 to 52187

Fulfilling Northwest Family Dreams!

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WRE/Lopez Island

WESTFACING VIEW ACRE

Look out over Fisherman Bay to San Juan Channel & the islands beyond. This 1.2 AC lot has a 3 BR septic, community water & CCRs to protect your property value. #1123077 $295,000

Text R348375 to 52187

MID ISLAND ACREAGE

2.84 AC parcel on charming Sweetbrier Lane - a coveted location not far from the village. Potential privacy w/ westerly views across the valley. Established fruit trees! #1193538 $216,000

Text R538827 to 52187

BLUE HERON RIDGE

Unique 10 acres! Pristine & private w/ a panoramic view.

Enjoy peaceful sunsets overlooking Fisherman Bay & San Juan Island. 3 lots bordered by undeveloped common area.

Community water system. #1105091 $1,150,000

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FISH BAY VIEW AND ACREAGE

Snap up this shy 2 AC overlooking Fish Bay. Great ferry lane views. Solid CCRs. Broadband avail, needs to be brought in by new homeowner from the street. #1101065 $350,000

Text R303794 to 52187

WEST FACING WATERFRONT LOT

Madrona & mossy rocks dot this .79 AC 102’ high bank lot.

Sunset views! Comm. water, power & fiberoptic internet at the lot line. Convenient northend location. #1115470 $296,000

Text R342055 to 52187

SOUTHEND HOME

Great 2 BR/1.75 BA starter home, rental property or mini farm on shy 1.5 ACS w/ some pasture. Property includes a detached garage w/ workshop & a new metal roof. #1180712 $215,000

Text R501645 to 52187

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360-468-3344 Toll Free: 866-468-3344 www.wrelopez.com 182 Lopez Rd, Lopez Island, WA 98261

WATERFRONT PRIVACY

Lightly treed, 2+ AC on Shoal Bight w/ water, power, phone, 3 BR septic, large garage & Rosario Strait views. Lots of building options + 310’ WF & beach access. #1091110 $439,000

Text R263369 to 52187

FISHERMAN BAY FARMHOUSE

Completely remodeled 2 BR/ 1 BA w/ raised ceilings & bamboo floors. Kitchen has gas range & nook & back yard w/ courtyard is fully fenced. Community beach access. #1076011 $675,000

Text R217331 to 52187

PRIVACY ON JASPER BAY

Mt. Baker views from 5 AC property that includes 3 BR/2 BA Lindal cedar home w/ the Blue Fjord Cabins for guests. Walking path to exquisite semi-private cove beach. #1154320 $795,000

Text P147014 to 52187

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BAKERVIEW PRIVACY

Nearly every room of this 3 BR/3 BA home captures sweeping garden, marine & island vistas. Set on nearly 5 AC w/ 447’ of medium bank WF w/ easy path to the beach. #1108347 $1,175,000

Text R312524 to 52187

HOME NEAR ICEBERG POINT

Views of Barlow Bay & Otter Bay from this large 4 BR architecturally designed home. Enjoy the beautiful garden, sport court, barn + horse corral. Comm water. #1162259 $767,000

Text R458473 to 52187

MT. BAKER VIEW WATERFRONT HOME

2 BR/2 BA w/ sweeping views of Lopez Sound & Mt Baker on 7.8 ACS w/ 600’ of rolling, rocky waterfront. Orchard & terraced gardens + garage/ guest studio/ shop building.

1160981 $865,000

Text R459871 to 52187

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Connie Harding Sundin Senior Loan Officer NMLS# 108915, WA

cell: 425-870-4247 office: 425-312-7079 efax: 855-526-2260 1205 Craftsman Way, Suite 103 Everett, WA 98201 ConnieHarding@eaglehm.com conniehardingsundin.eaglehm.com

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Pine Creek Phase 2 is starting pre-sales!

We’re building a place you can call home!

Pine Creek Estates is a new community of quality Northwest contemporary homes conveniently located 5 minutes from Interstate 5 in the City of Mount Vernon, Washington.

Built on large lots, our 1- & 2- story homes feature granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, natural gas fireplaces, covered patios and porches.

For more information, Text R591227 to 52187

3 CAR GARAGE OPTION AVAILABLE!

Valerie Thomas GRI

Plat manager Preview Properties Skagit

360.333.0562

vtvalthomas3@gmail.com

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the right home loan, right here.

Susie DeVries

Mortgage loan officer, NMLS #487442 360-230-2246 – office | 360-333-0429 – cell All loans are subject to credit approval Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender

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Jackie Lindeman

Sharon Stokes

360-770-9080 jackielindeman21@ yahoo.com

360.661.6164 sharon@ sharonstokes.com

North Homes Realty, Inc 526 E. College Way, Mt Vernon WA 98273

Use your “SmartPhone” to TEXT for more pictures & info!

BURLINGTON Great location! 3BD on a large lot. Freshly painted inside and out with hardwood floors. Oversized garage & RV parking. $269,000 Text R401920 to 52187

BURLINGTON Redone inside & out!

New wood floors, gas furnace & ducts, Tankless water heater, cabinets, trim and doors, and more! $298,000 Text R560927 to 52187

SEDRO-WOOLLEY 3BD 1.75BA on 5.55 acres. Fenced pasture, 24x30 heated shop w/water, septic & power. RV dump. All farming is organic! $489,000 Text R522553 to 52187

MARBLEMOUNT 9.6 acres w/ drilled well, power at the road, just waiting for you to come with your vision. Close in location out of town. $162,000 Text R548347 to 52187

CONCRETE Beautiful Upper Skagit recreational lot w/ power & water. Just bring your RV and spend weekends or all summer at the river. $14,950 Text T1008662 to 52187

HAMILTON Former Hamilton High School Gymnasium built in 1900 and additional 960 sq ft general purpose building built in 1980. $125,000 Text R162099 to 52187

SEDRO-WOOLLEY Victorian style 5BD 1.75BA w/ original refinished fir floors, unfinished bsmt, & converted shop w/ kitchen on .60 acres. $459,000 Text R479478 to 52187

MOUNT VERNON Large building lot in well established Thunderbird neighborhood. Water, power and natural gas available at the street. $95,000 Text R401047 to 52187

SKAGIT HIGHLANDS 3BD 1.5BA home in great a community w/ walking trails & parks. Minutes to I-5, shopping, medical & outdoor activities. $269,500 Text R589833 to 52187

MOUNT VERNON Spacious, open 4BD 3.25BA. Master w/ fplc, jacuzzi & shower. Family rm is poss MIL w/ outside entrance. $349,900 Text R491918 to 52187

MOUNT VERNON WOW! Shy 11 Acres in desirable area, FWY close & EZ commute to Stanwood or Everett!

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MOUNT VERNON NW contemporary on .42 acre. In-ground pool & hot tub spa. Finished man-cave/bonus rm. Rec rm w/ wet bar. $479,500 Text R519716 to 52187

Connie Moulaison

Anita Kohl

Sandi Riley

360.770.1341 moulaison.connie@ gmail.com

360.961.7795 anitakohl@ Century21.com

360.770.8670 SandiRiley@ Century21.com

PARKWOOD 6 car garage! Custom 5BD 3.5BA Craftsman. Master suite down. Huge country kitchen. Lap pool/ hottub. Mt. Baker view! $644,500 Text R380334 to 52187

LYMAN Oversize .70 acre lot, end of street privacy. Estate sale manufactured home needs cosmetic updating.

Lg shop/garage. $188,900 Text R588112 to 52187

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LYMAN 5+acres w/ at least 2 possible building sites. Bacus Hill Water Assoc share available for hook-up! Close to town w/ views. $119,999 Text R401977 to 52187

MOUNT VERNON Westerly views!

Remodeled w/ quartz counters, eucalyptus hardwood flrs, recessed lighting, & more! 2nd kitchen down. $369,900 Text R566961 to 52187

ANACORTES Updated 5BD 3BA 3014sf Skyline home. Burrows Bay & Olympics view. New windows, paint, stainless steel appliances. $689,000 Text R527247 to 52187

CONCRETE Beautiful 1/2 acre lot in Cape Horn area, MHs ok. You can still get your piece of paradise with this nice lot. Has lots of potential. $45,000 Text R352926 to 52187

SEDRO-WOOLLEY 6.31 acres with well, 220 amp power, 4 bedroom Septic already installed. Building permit for Triple wide. No wetlands. $281,954 Text R560846 to 52187

BURLINGTON Two homes overlooking Gage’s Lake, w/ 1200'+ frontage. 2 large shops on property with lots of room for work and/or storage $1,100,000 Text R560924 to 52187

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KIM WOODMANSEE

CERTIFIED NEW HOME SALES PROFESSIONAL

360-421-5469

kimwoodmansee@johnlscott.com

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Vaulted den on main level. Entry, dining room, and kitchen with engineered hardwood. Great room w/ gas fireplace. Kitchen w/gas stove and large island w/slab granite. Mini splits that heat and cool! Painted millwork. Patio. Landscaped. MLS:1180616 $325,000

Two story entry. Fireplace in great room. Kitchen w/ ss gas range, micro hood, dw and slab granite counters.

Upstairs BDs w/Jack & Jill bathroom. Master bedroom w/sitting area & fireplace. Tank less water heater. 3 CAR GARAGE! MLS:1180660 $355,000

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Text R275001 to 52187 13th Fairway at Eaglemont

4BD 3.5BA 4729sf w/Chef’s kitchen, curved staircase, office, Main level master suite. MLS:1092592 $879,950 Pam Baird 360 202 0715

Text R588080 to 52187 Brand New on 0.73 Acre Lot

4BD 2.5BA 2981sf Farmhouse style on Camano Island. Great views of Triangle Cove. MLS:1210733 $749,500 April Wriglesworth 425 387 5300

Text R577459 to 52187 Custom Craftsman on 1 Acre

Text R594106 to 52187 1.32 Acres on Skagit River

Text R453964 to 52187 Beautiful, Custom View Home

Text R516099 to 52187 Fine Finishings!

4BD 3BA 3564sf w/ 150’ of low bank.

Huge island kitchen. Wrap around porch. MLS:1211812 $674,950 Kyle Brown 360 661 7484

Text R521589 to 52187 Two Master Suites

4BD 3.25BA 4148sf w/ Big Lake views.

Eat in kitchen, wrap around deck.

Poss MIL down. MLS:1159985 $599,950 Kyle Brown 360 661 7484

Text R577457 to 52187 Territorial & Sunset Views

4BD 2.75BA 2297sf in Skyline. Gas fireplace, built-ins & all new carpet. New exterior paint! MLS:1186052 $409,950 Pam Baird 360 202 0715

3BD 2BA 2684sf w/ lg great room on 4.73 acres. Barn with 3 stalls. Separate feed room. MLS:1206069 $399,950 Pam Baird 360 202 0715

Text R588102 to 52187 Sedro-Woolley Rambler

Text R583023 to 52187 Looking for Lakefront?

3BD 1.75BA 1474sf w/ large country kitchen, gas fireplace & skylights.

Fully fenced. MLS:1211481 $287,950 Erin Wilson 360 770 8332

1BD .75BA 373sf in McHaven permanent RV community park on Lake McMurray! MLS:1128519 $125,000 Nick DeRose 360 391 0165

Valley & Cascades Views Text R559683 to 85377 Dani Russell 360 202 9818

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Text R534509 to 52187 Near Bakerview Park

4BD 2.75BA 2050sf. Island kitchen, vaulted ceilings. Lower level family rm & BD/BA MLS:1186654 $334,900 Gail Lewis 360 708 4928

Text R555884 to 52187 Private 6 Acre Lot

2 cleared building sites. Water from an Artesian spring. 200 amp service, RV-hookups. MLS:1193502 $185,000 Bobby Wakeland 360 399 8735

203ft of Hwy 20 Frontage

Concrete 1 acre w/ 2400sf rental unit.

MLS:1128936 $799,950

3BD Mound septic permit on file.

Critical area review done 2009.

MLS:1033814 $189,950

Burlington Hill nearly-level 0.38 acre lot. Public utilities at street.

MLS:1197733 $115,000

3BD 2.75BA 1742sf w/2 master suites.

Beautifull kitchen. Tiled roman style bath down. MLS:1185326 $270,000 Liz Mauricio 360 770 8474

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3BD 3BA 2889sf. Gourmet kitchen, theater rm. 2,531sf shop w/ bonus room. MLS:1208684 $724,950 Bobby Wakeland 360 399 8735

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Text R513071 to 52187 Beautifully Landscaped

4BD 2.5BA 2722sf w/covered front porch. Spacious island kitchen. MBR w/jetted tub. MLS:1184531 $429,950 Pam Baird 360 202 0715

Kyle Brown 360 661 7484

Restaurant w/ Equipment

Burlington Commercial. Dine in, take out or drive thru. Lots of parking.

MLS:1038263 $209,000

Text T11839377 to 85377 Airam Munoz 360 941 4142

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5 TOP MARKETING TIPS FROM TOP AGENTS 1. GOOD PHOT OGRAP HY In most instances, buyers see photos of your home before they see your home in person. Take well-lit, HD photos to spark the most interest in your home.

2. DON’T RELY SOLELY ON THE WEB TO SELL YOUR HOME Lots of people shop on the web for homes, and there are lots of homes on the web.

Stats say that 65 million shop for homes in the U.S. every month. However, only 5 million homes are sold in the U.S. every year. It’s a very crowded space, and your home should be on as many sites as possible. Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when advertising your home.

More on this later...

3. MAKE SURE YOUR AGENT INCLUDES MOBILE TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR MARKETING PLAN

4. MARKET YOUR HOME OFFLINE—LOCALLY Good agents know where potential buyers of your home live, work, shop and play. They use local real estate publications, targeted direct mail, brochures, and other tools to ensure your home gets in front of local home buyers.

5. KEEP YOUR HOME LOOKING GOOD Part of the marketing plan for your home is in your court. This includes how potential buyers perceive it when they walk through the door. Living in a home and keeping it ready to show is a challenge, but it will pay off when buyers find your home more attractive than others they may be considering.

Today, we rely on our phones to look up everything, including real estate. Your home should have a marketing plan that includes mobile tools as a significant element. For example, your home should have a yard sign with a text code on it so that potential buyers driving by can look it up on their phone right away.

Put simply, don’t wait around for homebuyers to find you.

Get out there and find them through advertising—both online and offline.

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Landscaped/shop on 1 Acre. $585,000 Text R408508 to 52187

B E AU T I F U L E AG L E M O N T G olf Course Community. Immaculate 4BD 3+BA 3358sf w/ tile & hardwood flrs, white shutters & blinds throughout. Kitchen w/granite. $695,000 Text R503497 to 52187

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WORK IN PROGRESS! 3BD 1.5BA single story home on large lot. Recent repairs, updates and paint. Situated on large 0.65 acre lot, above the flood plain. $179,950 Text R588083 to 52187

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Downstairs is BD/BA & family room. $305,000 Text R499578 to 52187

WOODED 1+ ACRE LOT Possible site for stick built, modular, or manufactured home, with plenty of room. Tract has been surveyed.

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NOOKACHAMP HILLS Large lot overlooks a private lake. Less than 10 minute drive to the city of Mount Vernon. All utilities are stubbed to the lot. $150,000 Text R155521 to 52187

SUZANNE JENKINS.................360-941-2983 BRETT TACKER........................360-840-7931 SANDY EVERETT.......................360-202-3706 JOANN BOUDREAU...................360-391-0746 DONNA KURRAS.......................360-770-7596

ONE OF A KIND LAKEFRONT Approximately 1500’ frontage pristine trout fishing lake. Private wooded setting located on a dead end road.

Permit for water catchment system. $925,000 Text R401493 to 52187

RUSS LANKER......................360-708-1117 ELVA HUNTER.......................360-202-3086 JOHN HUNTER......................360-202-3854 CELIA MILLER.......................360-391-6065 SHIRLEY BERTHOLF.................360-840-1863

LIGHTLY WOODED BUILDING LOT Equidistant from Bellingham & Mount Vernon in quiet Glenhaven Community. Community pool, 2 lakes with fishing & boating, trails and more. $18,500 Text R538834 to 52187

DANYA WOLF (DESIGNATEDBROKER) ...360-708-8294 ANNETTE JOHANSEN................928-377-7101 YOLANDA SAKUMA................360-421-0435 CARLA FISCHER.....................360-982-0010

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In Loving Memory Keith Stanford Johnson July 6,1932 to October 21, 2017 Keith S. Johnson passed into the loving embrace of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with his family, daughters Danya, Lale and Kari, his grandsons, Rogan (with Sabrina) and Seaver by his side.

Keith is preceded in death by his loving wife Alison.

Keith has been a vibrant member of the community; developing many areas of real estate and home communities in the Skagit Valley starting in the 1950’s; Parkway Drive, Thunderbird, Cascade Ridge, Thunderbird Village, College Heights and Colonial Mobile Home Park. He also acquired and managed the popular Riverside Lanes bowling alley. Keith also built the John King Rehabilitation Center AKA Skagit Recovery Center.

Johnson Properties was begun in 1936 by Keith’s parents, Arthur E Johnson and Beatrice Lee Johnson, with his brother Elliott and in 1953 Keith joining the family business and continuing for 64 years.

This legacy goes on as Danya continues as a Realtor, operating as Skagit Tradition Realty, LLC. Keith’s vast knowledge of the valley, real estate, city and county regulations will be missed by all who knew him and used him as a valuable resource.

Keith was an avid Husky fan and card player, Bridge being his favorite. He and Alison loved their family immensely, and traveled as far as Shishmaref AK and later, up the Alcan Hwy, to Homer AK and down to Kingwood TX to celebrate family birthdays and holidays.

Keith’s boundless energy, generous spirit and determination will be greatly missed.

Keith is survived by his four daughters, Danya Wolf (Don) of Mount Vernon, Lale Johnson (Tony Flynn) of Wickenburg AZ, Kari Greiner (David) of Homer AK, Moni Butler(Jim) of Porter Tx. He is also survived by his brother A. Elliott Johnson and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life was held for Keith on Saturday October 28th at the Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church, 1511 E Broadway.

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Create Privacy, Divided Zones. Escape the hustle and bustle while making a space feel more intimate with the use of barriers like large plants or trees, a pergola, or privacy panels. Designing distinct spaces with divided zones helps create the feel of a secluded getaway and gives each area purpose.

Design for All the Senses. The best spaces are those that delight all the senses. In addition to designing a comfortable, beautiful space, consider adding outdoor speakers for music that sets the mood, or a water feature that eliminates street noise. Relax and enjoy the delicious smell of grilling or the experience of roasting marshmallows over an open flame. Consider adding fragrant bushes to fill the night with a sweet scent. Get creative.

Are you looking to get more out of your outdoor spaces? Dreaming of days spent lounging al fresco with friends and family? You’re far from alone.

“The research shows the most loved areas of the home combine relaxation, socialization and functionality,” says Stephen Schroeter, Napoleon Products senior vice president of Sales and Marketing. “Outdoor spaces provide a great opportunity to accommodate all three, yet they are still vastly underutilized by most homeowners.” He has some top tips for creating the dream outdoor oasis: Add an Outdoor Kitchen. Outdoor kitchens are growing in popularity, and for good reason. Not only do they meet a basic need, but they do so in a fun, engaging atmosphere. No one wants to be stuck inside preparing a meal when the party is out under the sun—or stars. The showpiece of every great outdoor kitchen is a quality, professional grill, either freestanding or built-in. Other culinary considerations include outdoor refrigerators or coolers to keep beverages cold and flowing freely, pizza ovens, and sinks for easy clean-up.

Establish a Gathering Place. One of the most important features of an outdoor space is an area for socialization. A central location with a variety of seating options creates a welcoming atmosphere.

Consider a built-in fireplace or a fire pit to provide a focal point and enable the space to be used later into the season.

Add Accents. Small touches can go a long way.

Homeowners can personalize a space with items that define their style and personality or focus on a fun theme. Don’t be afraid to add bold pops of color—an outdoor living area is a great place to explore a more adventurous design than you might consider inside the home.

HOME SAF ETY: BEST PL AC E S TO P U T S E CU R I TY CAMER AS

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you’ve decided to put up security cameras for your home for the first time or are considering widening your safety net, knowing the proper way to place and angle your cameras is vital to keeping your home as safe as it can be. Not only can proper camera placement catch important details of possible crimes in your area, simply placing them properly can deter a crime from happening in the first place.

The most important factor in judging where to place a camera is simple: Your home is your home. You know what the layout is, you know where the most important rooms are, and you may be in the unfortunate position of knowing how someone entered your home without your permission in the past.

Before you begin placing any equipment, consider some basic questions about your home’s surveillance needs. Some questions to consider include:

• What parts of your home are you most concerned about?

• If someone has broken into your home before, even before you owned it, where did that occur?

• Are there any spots on my property that aren’t plainly visible to the street or my neighbors?

• Do you need to keep any local camera placement laws in mind?

Though you may come to a variety of conclusions and potential diagrams for your home security systems, consider the usual entry points for potential burglars when casing a home. Knowing the most common routes of entry can take a large portion of the workload off of you simply by observing recorded statistics. With over 80 percent of burglars

entering a home through the first floor, whether through door or window, it’s especially important to keep the entirety of your property’s entryways covered. At the same time, trying to cover low locales, such as your doors and windows, may leave cameras in easy reach of criminals, thus completely negating their usefulness.

If you find you have a lack of safe places to place a camera, consider looking into protective caging for your equipment to protect it from being knocked out of order while you aren’t looking. This is also a good time to contemplate what special tools you may need to complete your installation, so ensure you check your camera system to see its recommended outfitting requirements that might need special preparations.

While losing a camera can mean losing important evidence to help identify vandals or thieves, there are clever ways to keep yourself safe that might goad a criminal into making a misstep. Placing a dummy camera in obvious sight not only deters crime by showing you keep your home under tight watch; it also gives an easy target to a potential burglar that can distract them from hidden cameras that catch them in the act.

As an added bonus, dummy cameras are far cheaper to replace than expensive professional models.

Most importantly, you must consider the features of each camera when placing it.

Cameras cannot focus on multiple ranges and angles at once, so if you want to catch a trespasser’s face on video, mounting your camera up too high can miss their distinctive features, but a raised camera may have a better time picking up a car’s license plate when placed overlooking your driveway.

In the end, even poorly-placed cameras will offer better home security than not having any at all, but there’s no reason to leave proper home security to chance. Knowing how to place your first line of defense can keep you safe before and after any crime, and knowledge is always your best weapon.

The ABC’s of Flood Insurance

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Many home buyers are surprised to learn that while most standard homeowner’s insurance policies may cover water damage caused by a burst pipe within the home, they may not cover damage caused by an overflowing river. Because only a few inches of flood water can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage, some lenders may require the purchase of flood insurance before closing – even if the property in question is not in a high-risk area. Lender requirements in this regard are communicated in their instructions to escrow when loan documents are issued.

Who determines whether, or how much, flood insurance is required? What do agents and their clients need to know? The answers are as simple as ABC:

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WHO SELLS IT AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

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With assistance from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and local flood control authorities, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) maintains flood insurance rate maps for communities nationwide. The maps are divided into flood zones denoting high, moderate or low risk of flooding. It makes sense that mortgage lenders require flood insurance for coastal homes or homes in other high-risk areas. But historically, says the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), about one in every four flood claims comes from moderate or low-risk areas, where federal law does not require insurance. Hence, many lenders may require flood insurance in all flood zones, regardless of risk, especially for federally regulated or insured (such as FHA) loans.

The NFIP, managed by FEMA, offers flood insurance to homeowners in participating communities, and provides small discounts to communities that take steps to mitigate flood risk. The actual policies are sold not by FEMA, but by private insurance companies.

Since NFIP coverage tops out at $350,000 for one’s home and possessions (see C, below), ‘excess flood insurance’ may be purchased to cover claims above the NFIP limits.

In many regions, state flood insurance plans offer perks such as a 15-day waiting period before coverage kicks in, as opposed to 30-days with NFIP plans. The cost is determined by such factors as the level of flood risk and the estimated cost to rebuild. While flood insurance premiums are government-regulated, homeowners can retain some control over their cost by varying the deductible amount.

Flood insurance generally covers direct losses caused by flood waters, but actual coverages will vary based on the specific facts of the incident and the provisions and exclusions in the applicable insurance policy. The maximum insurance amount allowed by law is $250,000 for the structure. (While people tend to associate floods with total loss, the average flood claim is about $30,000, according to NFIP.) Contents coverage for furnishings of up to $100,000 is optional. However, neither building nor contents flood insurance will most likely cover the loss of certain personal property (such as currency) or living expenses such as temporary housing while the home is being repaired.

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SEDRO-WOOLLEY TO CONCRETE VIEWS! A rare find! Buildable lots where you can actually see the river when done. Located in an area of nicer homes and yet you feel as if you're in the middle of nature. The community has a private boat launch w/ nearby gazebo for waterfront picnic. Good size park with tennis courts. Water and power in the street, septic design done. Ready for your dream home. Only a handful of lots left! MLS:635212 $98,000 For more photos & information, Text T11882215 to 52187

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