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MOUNT VERNON

320 S Burlington Blvd Burlington, WA 98233 (360) 755-9494

2025 Riverside Drive, Suite D Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 755-9596

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Mount Vernon $275,000 Clear Lk. Rambler on 0.41 acres. Totally remodeled, Corian counters. Open floor plan, center island. 3 BR, 1 ¾ BA, 1,336 s.f., Gt. room. Gas F.P., Heat Pump, Fenced, Views!

Detached 2 car gar. + shop! MLS #1054345 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Burlington $349,900 Enjoy space & privacy. 4 BR home that backs to a greenbelt.

Open kitchen & family room. Large master w/attached bath & walk-in closet. Lots of flex space. Terrific storage.

2 pantries. MLS #976898 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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La Conner $399,950 One of a kind property near La Conner Marina on half an acre. Outstanding location. Extra outside studio building & beautiful gardens. Huge private yard & terrific circle drive.

Original molding. Lots of storage. 10’ ceilings. MLS #980149 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Jim Stransky 708-1681

Mount Vernon $450,000 Wonderful custom home in Conway. Open floor plan w/kitchen & dining area adjoining lg. living room. Beautiful granite counters in kitchen w/lots of cabinets & walk-in pantry. 2 master suites both w/walk-in closets and Jacuzzi tubs. Private location – approx.

5.1 acres & 2,552 SF home. Oversized 2 car garage w/shop area.

3 Trex decks. MLS #980196 Call Ivana, 770-3550

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

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american dream real estate services, inc.

Feature Home From cover: 695 ARROWHEAD ROAD, CAMANO ISLAND

Shop w/2 Offices

Prime Retail Space

#1051779 • $1,900

#1009604 • $2,600

It is located within a short walking distance of the historic and recreational district of LaConner. The roof needs some repair and some parts of the interior from the water damage. The tenants personal belongings are very crowded which makes detailed interior evaluation difficult. Some selected interior remodeling would be beneficial but a comprehensive remodel could be a better option when the lease is terminated. Listing price reflects current condition.

Very nice 3000 sqft shop with 2 offices, 2 12ft roll up doors, 2 man doors 1 bathroom and 3 Phase power.

Located just off Anderson rd and I-5 for great access.

I-5 Marquee signage, owner pays water, sewer, tenant pays power, gas, garbage. Fiber optic available. Perfect for a machine shop or small manufacturing. NOT zoned for 502,high traffic or retail.

3400 Sqft of Prime Retail Space on College Way located in a busy multi tenant complex right on the corner of College Way & Parker Way. High visibility. Walking distance to the College, Terrific signage. This space is composed of 2600 sqft of ground floor Office/Retail open retail space with high ceilings large counter/service area that offers a multitude of uses and and ready to configure to fit as well as a 900 sqft 2nd floor office/conference/banquet/storage room & private bath.Ample parking.

Nice triplex in Mount Vernon. New roof and flooring through out each unit. Each unit is 800 sq ft and have one bedroom, one bathroom.

Each have separate entrances with ample parking. Each unit rents for $650 per month.

Fannie Homepath 2 bedroom 1 bath home on a nice large lot right in the town of Concrete. Home features huge upstairs bonus room,large lot and nice detached shed for storage. A little TLC would make this a fantastic property!

5 level acres with outbuildings in Marblemount.

1774 sqft 2006 Triple wide in need of extensive repairs. Property is sold as is, where is, price is firm, seller can do no repairs or give and concessions.

Cash or rehab loan only.

Great Investment Property #861758 • $234,000

Nice Large Lot #1045948 • $61,000

Windermere indermere real estate/anac estate/anacortes Properties 3018 commercial ave. anacortes, Wa 360.293.8008 www.anacortesrealestate.com

Immaculate 20 acre farm. Two custom homes, each with 2 bdrms and baths. Upscale finishes throughout. Detached shop and barn on the highly coveted north end of Camano Island an hour North of Seattle. Homes are sited to provide privacy and convenient access between. Perfect for a multitude of uses including but not limited to: guest home, rental income or...

Zoned Rural Ag. 14 acres in hay for added income. Separate service to homes, shop and pump house. Build a lifetime of memories in paradise.

Offered at $885,000 | MLS# 1002560

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Brown McMillen Real Estate w w w. b r o w n m c m i l l e n . c o m • 235 W. Rio Vista Avenue, Burlington

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY…Sand & Gravel Resource available. Est. at 2.3 million tons of high quality sand & gravel. 9 miles E of HWY 9 & Skagit River bridge. $1,350,000. #1049831

MOVE IN READY…Great 4 bdrm, 1.75 bath home in Vedere Terrace, Burlington. New interior paint & hardwood flooring. Large fenced backyard w/patio. $279,900. #1020406

GREAT SINGLE STORY...Good Burlington location 3 BD, 2 BA nearly 1400 sq.ft. with new roof, & interior paint.

2 car garage & more! $237,500. #1050705

BACK ON MARKET…Remodeled stylish 3 Br home. Beautiful oak floors, vinyl windows, tile bath, cove ceilings, & bonus room. Basement w/ shop space & next to park. $210,000. #941536 CHUCKANUT HOME...On 4+ acres…1 bed 2-bath rambler with cedar trees in a much-desired area! $409,900. #946376 VACANT LAND ANACORTES…Great potential for 8 or 9 lot subdivision with utilities in the street. Convenient to schools and town. $535,000. #772211 BEAUTIFUL SAMISH ISLAND…This 1 ½ story home has 3 bdrms, 2.25 bath & is just under 2,800 SF. NEW family rm w/views of beautiful Padilla Bay. Large shop & wrap around porch! $549,000. #891540

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME…Excellent 1/3-acre w/views of Big Lake & surrounding mtns. Ready to build on & close to golf course! $75,000. #598013 2 HOMES & ACREAGE…5 parcels, 86 acres to call home! Updated and beautifully maintained. 1st home is 5,170 SF. with 4 BR & 2 BA. 2nd home is 860 SF. with 2 BR & 3/4th BA. 4 car garage as well & many more! $1,150,000. #1011536 LAST LOT AVAILABLE…Build your dream home on just over 1.5 acres directly across from Sahalee Golf & Country Club. Close to schools, & shopping. Water & sewer at street. $149,900. #951191 AFFORDABLE HOME…Contemporary 10 yr. old two story home in Sedro Woolley. 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Baths, & workable floor plan. Double garage, priced to sell. $198,000. #1040879

GREAT STARTER…Or rental, lot could support a Duplex. 1,056 SF 3 bedrooms. $139,000. # 956501 TWO HOMES! 3 Bdrm 2 bath rambler. Granite, hardwood, stainless appliances, vaulted ceilings, master suite w/walk in closet. Plus 2 BR 1 BA chalet style home. View of Skagit River. $375,000. #966598 HISTORIC LACONNER CHARMER...Nicely updated 3 Bdrm 1.75 Bath home w/character! NEW paint exterior/interior. Character built-in & close to restaurants/shops! REDUCED...$277,500. #1012649 1 ACRE BUILDING LOT...Nice view setting near Big Lake with several other new homes nearby. Has approved building Permit & public water available. $127,900. #907256

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Jeff Ingman

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Tim Reichert

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Yvonne Brown

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Shelah Inman

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Jodi Dynes

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Mary Jo Reitsma

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Holly Hilts

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LAKE CAVANAUGH…No bank waterfront! Charming home w/tons of natural light. 3 bed, 2.5 bath, spacious kitchen, & living rm w/stone fireplace. Large deck & own dock. $725,000. #810568

HILLTOP HAVEN RAMBLER…Custom designed & beautifully finished. This 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath home has vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, great rm w/fireplace, deck, patio, & 3 car garage! $399,950. #1052834 Terri Heyntsen Tod LeHecka Jan Scally David Parsons Dale Owenby

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The Female Home Financing Advantage

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en may earn higher wages than women, on average, but they’re not as good at managing that money – at least when it comes to mortgages, new research shows.

A new report from Washington, D.C.-based Urban Institute indicates that single female borrowers perform better than single male borrowers on the issue of making punctual mortgage payments. A single female borrower had a 5.8 percent probability of loan default compared to 6 percent for a single male borrower. Yet, despite being better at paying their mortgages, females tend to pay higher mortgage interest rates than their male counterparts: 5.48 percent versus 5.41 percent, respectively.

J. Keith Baker, program coordinator for Mortgage Banking & Financial Services and faculty member at North Lake College in Irving, Texas, says other studies shine a positive light on females and their home financing behaviors.

“Studies by Experian have shown as recently as this year that women have a slight edge in credit scores, but have been 4

Women are better than men at paying for mortgages, research shows 8.1 percent less likely to be 60 days or more delinquent on their home mortgage as men are,” Baker says. “Additionally, on average, women have a mortgage balance that is 7.9 percent less than men.”

Baker’s own ongoing studies of millennials indicate that the older cohort of single millennial women are now choosing to buy their own homes, “and there is a statistically significant higher number doing so who have been married before and are now single,” Baker says.

Consider that 15 percent of homebuyers in 2016 were single women, per the National Association of Realtors.

“Of the hundreds of homes I’ve sold most recently, more

than 30 percent were to single women of all ages,” says Liz Jones, Realtor with Jones Realty Group in Temecula, Calif.

“And four of every 10 homes I’ve ever sold have been to single women over the age of 50. They have good jobs and larger down payments.”

Joslyn Ewart, author of Balancing Act: Wealth Management Straight Talk for Women, says she’s surprised that lenders continue to get away with charging women borrowers a higher interest rate – despite their superior mortgage repayment record.

“Women tend to be more comfortable with longer-term investing than men, and the purchase of a home is a longterm investment, so women’s

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increasing interest in owning this type of asset makes sense,” Ewart says. “A home is a tangible asset that represents security and taking care of a family, which are important feminine values. Consequently, her mortgage is likely the first bill she will pay monthly.”

Additionally, “women are much better at contemplating the repercussions of their actions,” says Gillian Kindel, advisor with Mosaic Financial Partners, Inc. in San Francisco.

“Women are more exposed to everyday stories and personal experiences of how a female friend or family member had to pull it all together and optimize limited resources. They know that ‘happily ever after’ is a myth perpetuated by a culture

that wants to benefit from this fantasy.”

Experts say single women need to consider several things carefully before applying for a mortgage and purchasing a home.

“Carefully establish a realistic spending plan so you can determine how much you can afford to spend on a home and how much you need for a down payment,” Ewart says. “Also, be sure you have a high credit score to guarantee eligibility for the best mortgage interest rates, and shop around for a mortgage lender.”

In addition, work with a financial professional to plan best scenarios based on your unique circumstances, Kindel says.

“Also, don’t rely solely on what the bank is willing to loan you – the fact is that what they’re willing to offer you may be in excess of what is prudent,” Kindel says.

Ewart agrees.

“Never, ever overspend on the purchase of a home. No matter how perfect a home might seem, there’s always another out there equally perfect,” she says.

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www.WindermereSkagit.com RESIDENTIAL 17859 Dunbar Rd, MV $275,000 Beautiful Rambler features spacious living room/dining room combo, restored hardwood flooring, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wood stove. This rambler also has a finished basement with large bonus/family room, den/office, & huge storage room with garage door. Off of the master is a large deck.

The property is fully fenced great for pets, has a shop. SkagitValleyHomes.com.

Bill & Jannette Krieger 421-4446/Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360-298-4857 MLS# 1027356 7325 279th St NE, Arlington $295,000 Serene acreage in a great commuter location.

This truly cared for home offers great living space indoors & out. Large living area is open to gracious dining. Bright kitchen with gas stove. Supersized master with 4pc bath. 2 guest beds plus office/den! Back yard entertainment deck. Plenty of room for your RV & all the toys!

Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 or Travis Miller, 420-7291 MLS# 974326 924 Alderwood Lane, SW $314,500 Spacious 4 bedroom home with an open floor plan offering vaulted ceilings, designer kitchen with a 9’ Island, walk in pantry, dining & access to a private covered patio for entertaining.

Family room with .5 bath, separate laundry room. Invisible fencing installed, wired for hot tub. Over 2,260 SF, 2 car garage & RV parking.

Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 MLS# 1043095 1600 Alpine Crest Loop, MV $349,900 Beautifully finished Eaglemont cond. End unit features territorial & golf course views & large private deck. Beautiful stainless appliances, hardwood flooring, large master suite on main level. This view condo has 1890 SF on main & upper levels - large unfinished lower level waiting for a custom build out - all electrical & plumbing in place for large rec room & 2 additional beds.

Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 MLS# 1039782

2400 N. Laventure Rd, MV $325,000 This property is beautiful & large. Located inside the city, but very private at the end of a long driveway, this 2.2 acre property has large trees, open space & lots of room to play. Home has 4 bedrooms.

MLS# 883055 Call April Axthelm, 661-4947 NE

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17721 Tiffany Way. MV $499,500 Custom built home on 1.5 acres. Lovely 4 bed, 3 bath home boasts formal living room with valley view, formal dining room, kitchen & family room surrounded with windows looking out over the 1,000 SF deck, new carpet, master suite with valley view, jetted tub, double vanity & French doors leading to a deck. Oversized 2 car garage.

MLS# 955145 Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076

707 Lilac Dr, MV $499,999 Stately Hilltop home with beautiful views.

3,171 SF home on large .32 acre corner lot.

3 car garage with storage area. Huge deck area. Spacious rooms, including open concept kitchen/breakfast nook/great room 7604 Grandview Rd, Arlington $390,000 with wall of view windows. Formal dining Enjoy country living with easy access to I-5 & room, living room w/gas fireplace & vaulted ceiling. Office. Sweeping staircase leads to town. Charming home on 11.65 acres. This 3 large bedrooms upstairs.

3 bed, 1 bath home has bamboo flooring, Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 or new carpet, & upgraded kitchen. Light & Spencer Roozen, 708-0634 MLS# 1030882 bright home with stainless appliances, custom lighting, remodeled bathroom, & 9674 Samish Island Rd $699,990 deck off the master.

Call David Mani, 425-319-7091 MLS# 1053086 Incredible property! 157 ft of medium bank waterfront. Almost an acre & it includes a 18126 Mariposa Lane, MV $425,000 darling duplex. Each unit is 1 bed, 1 bath.

Secluded country living close to town.

They have a nice shared laundry room Lovingly maintained Lindal style cedar home. with storage for each unit. Views from the property are amazing.

Near Overlook golf course & the Big Lake boat launch. Features include a detached Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 MLS# 804056 garage with possible MIL on 2nd story.

Master bathroom remodel last year. Custom 16708 Britt Rd, MV $1,100,000 kitchen with Corian countertops. Expansive Boxwood Farm is that rare combination of stately home & small acreage farm. Privately tongue & groove vaulted ceilings.

Call Nathan Loeb, 333-7197 MLS# 1025546 situated on fertile Skagit farmland, w/options for agricultural &/or equestrian pursuits.

925 W. Pearle Jensen Way, La Conner $448,900 Horse-ready w/paddock, fencing, loafing Waterfront home right on the Swinomish shed, great barn. 240 SF greenhouse. The Channel near the La Conner Marina. Enjoy lovely, fully-updated Williamsburg Colonial peaceful, stunning views of the channel with is warm, welcoming & centers on a gourmet kitchen & sunny great room. A gracious deep water boat traffic & gorgeous view of home, designed for both comfortable daily Mt. Baker. Modest home but a good base living & expansive entertaining options. for a remodel.

Call Shelly Hanson, 420-2565 MLS# 1015688 Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 MLS# 924351

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www.AnacortesRealEstate.com RESIDENTIAL W NE

3916 Cottage Pl, Anacortes $499,950 Exceptional finishes in one of the first homes built in the neighborhood of the Isles. Lightly lived in w/many built-in elements. Slate & granite throughout this efficient Craftsman w/picturesque views overlooking the Guemes Channel.

Attention to quality & detail are present everywhere you look.

Beautiful natural woodwork is a key element w/clear finish fir doors & trim. Lower level has unique custom features.

Community features lovely clubhouse. HOA covers outside maintenance. Fabulous home.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 1044045

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7129 Cougar Gap Rd, Glacier $319,000 Relaxation doesn’t get much better that this! Lovely 3 bedroom, 1-3/4 bath home nestled among the trees in the quaint residential community of Snowline near Glacier.

With the National Forests just steps away... hiking, mountain climbing, river rafting, skiing & mountain biking are available for year round enjoyment. Additional amenities include tennis, basketball, swimming, horse shoes & children’s playground.

Rebecca Chamberlain 360.421.5021 MLS# 1053123 1354 Chinook Wy, Center Island $299,900 Buy this place as your 2nd home and you will never want to leave! Beautiful wood interior, a wall of windows and large open floor plan offer so many choices for decorating and the main floor master with private bath and walk-in closet are perfect for vacationing or year-round living. The generous kitchen with stainless appliances is great for entertaining and DW, W/D will make cleanup a breeze. Filtered water view.

Easily accessed from Anacortes... caretaker, clubhouse, DSL, docks and airstrip.

Sarah Jones 360.333.2783 MLS# 962050 1600 5th St #D-160, Anacortes $125,000 A Picturesque resort feeling Marina tucked into the Old Town Neighborhood close to restaurants & shopping. Open slip 55’ with 7’8” Max Stick out by 16’2” wide. Marina amenities: tender storage area, small boat moorage on dock, head pump out cart, wood shop, recycling for oil, fuel & anti freeze, laundry rm, library, restrooms with showers, crab cooking station, social area with BBQ’s full parameter fence and electronic gate for security, Harbor master lives on site.

Rented for $525 per month.

Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS# 885495

60)424-4901 | Sedro-Woolley (360)856-4901

3905 Isle Wy, Anacortes $448,000 Enjoy wonderful, active views of Guemes Channel & San Juans from The Isles. The Isles is a new development that provides quality homes that are low maintenance, energy efficient & ecologically responsible. Custom cabinets of alder, fir wainscoting, cherry floors, slab granite, beautiful tiles, ductless heat pump, surround sound, designer carpet and fixtures are some of the features in this home. Clubhouse, waterfall, outdoor living area and maintained grounds.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 918368

d • Sedro-Woolley • (360) 856-4901

5705 Sugarloaf St, Anacortes $449,500 Beautiful new construction one level home in a great location close to Washington Park, marinas, beaches and all Skyline amenities. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features granite countertops throughout, stainless steel appliances, open living concept perfect for entertaining, large master suite with oversized bathroom and walk in closet, spacious utility room right off garage.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 1042646 1 Trump Island, Decatur Island $7,750,000 Custom Build Luxury Estate on Private Island, enjoy your own Forests, Farm & Ocean Fronts. Located in the San Juan’s this 29 Acre Island captures the iconic beauty of the beautiful Pacific NW. 360 degrees of water & forest views.

4230’ saltwater frontage w-tidelands. Architectural excellence w-contemporary design, superior quality & top of the line finishes throughout makes this a truly SPECTACULAR home.

Completely self-sustained environment. Power & Water.

Caretakers Cottage & Dock!

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 648615

LAND 2811 W 3rd Pl, Anacortes $225,000 8,446 Sq Ft lot located in The Highlands a premier custom home neighborhood. Nestled against the lush backdrop of the Cranberry Lake Forest lands The Highlands enjoy some of the most stunning views on Fidalgo Island.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 1013252 2812 17th St, Anacortes $425,000 Paramount views of the Guemes Channel, surrounding San Juan Islands and beyond. This 15,342 Sq Ft lot is poised against the lush Cranberry Lake Forest Lands and perched at the top of The Highlands. The Highlands on Fidalgo Islands is a neighborhood of exquisite custom view homes. Located on the west side of the island, this neighborhood enjoys some of the most stunning views on the island.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 1013212

2911 17th St, Anacortes $425,000 Paramount views of the Guemes Channel, surrounding San Juan Islands and beyond. This 14,810 Sq Ft lot is poised against the lush Cranberry Lake Forestlands and perched at the top of The Highlands. The Highlands on Fidalgo Island is a neighborhood of exquisite custom view homes. Located on the west side of the island, this neighborhood enjoys some of the most stunning views on the island.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 810719 2917 17th St, Anacortes $350,000 Paramount views of the Guemes Channel, surrounding San Juan Islands and beyond. This 11,548 Sq Ft lot is poised against the lush Cranberry Lake Forest Lands and perched at the top of The Highlands. The Highlands on Fidalgo Island is a neighborhood of exquisite custom view homes. Located on the west side of the island, this neighborhood enjoys some of the most stunning views on the island.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 1013179 Island Vw Dr, Guemes Island $295,000 This 5 acre high bank waterfront lot has spectacular views of Huckleberry, Saddlebag Island, Padilla Bay and the Cascade Mountains. Park-like setting with conifers, ferns and rocky outcrops. 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.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 819622 Lot 80 Holiday Blvd, Guemes Island $148,000 This one of a kind, large waterfront lot has spectacular views to the southwest of Guemes Channel and islands. Watch the ships go by and the eagles perch in the conifers. This lot has a water share with the Holiday Hideaway Water Company and a soil analysis on file. It is only an eight minute ferry ride from Anacortes and a 90 minute drive from Seattle. Beach rights at three coves. Moorage is also a possibility.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 621877 8 Decatur Highlands, Decatur Island $154,500 Absolutely beautiful view parcel on the top of the island, with a level building site, rolling moss-covered rocks and massive fir trees. This property would make a lovely site for a 2nd home or full-time residence and has water and power at lot line and has been recently surveyed. This southwest facing hillside is very special and the views of the islands, Olympic Mtns and inland waterways are captivating. Includes access to deep-water dock, private airstrip and 10 ac waterfront park. Seller Fin Sarah Jones 360.333.2783 MLS# 907590 Lot 2 Cypress Wy, Guemes Island $125,000 This beautiful high bank, waterfront lot has wonderful Southwestern views of the Guemes Channel and islands. Beach rights at 3 coves. Cook’s cove has a boat ramp and nice beach and is a 1/4 mile walk from this lot. Lot certification has been done with the county. Power is at the road.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 905543

Anacortes • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008

Bill Robillard

360-770-4707

Colleen Craig

360-770-9638

Gina Davis

360-708-7794

Joan Handelmann360-202-4800

Leigh Zwicker

360-333-9975

Rebecca Chamberlain 360-421-5021

Buzz Ely

360-202-4626

Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155

Jack Dixon

360-941-5000

John Prosser

360-202-3891

Linda Macy

360-708-8284

Rick Bennett

360-202-2630

Cynthia Aanestad360-610-0120

Jackie Stone

360-661-2247

Judy Moore

360-770-3515

Margi Houghton 360-202-0041

Rob Skelton

360-488-3776

Jeannine Reinig 360-724-8555

Kathy Rogers

360-941-4400

Nate Scott

360-708-2354

Sarah Jones

360-333-2783

ChristineCleland-McGrath360-708-0267

Debbie Macy

Vickie Cooley

206-949-1010

Cheryl Frazier

Donna Cunningham 770-335-7513

Jessica Notaro

Kristi Gabrielse 360-420-3119

Paul Weisz

360-391-7281

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Modern Costs Question:

We have been looking at a home that is being modernized and fixed-up. We very much like the property and the upgrades added by the builder.

The sticking point is price. The developer set a price and we think the right number is about $30,000 less. With misgivings we made an offer on the property through a broker midway between what the builder wanted and what we wanted.

The offer was instantly rejected and the builder said another buyer was interested in the property.

Several months have gone by and still no sale.

Should we re-submit our bid?

Answer:

If the builder had been able to get a quickie sale, you would then know that his or her estimate of value was on-target. The inability of the developer to quickly sell the property suggests that your instincts were right.

The builder now faces several costs. First, the loss of a sure sale with you. Second, the cost of continuing to own the property. Third, potentially another cost, a sale price lower than your first offer.

Houses have a particular allure. They are about more than money, they also reflect ego, status and personal preferences. Once a purchase offer is rejected you have to wonder if some of the attraction has been lost.

From your experience several questions emerge: First, why hasn’t the home sold? Do you have any feedback from your broker?

Second, are you still interested in the property?

If yes, are you prepared to re-submit your bid or do you now think a lower offer is in order?

Third, since time has gone by what has happened to the local market? Did the house not sell because of a particular concern such as price or condition or are sales simply slow in the neighborhood? If sales are slow, then maybe the builder will want to reconsider the price.

Fourth, have you since looked at other houses?

How do they compare? Is there a different property, which now seems more appealing?

If you do elect to go back with a second offer, be careful how you express your interest. Don’t gloat

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over the builder’s inability to re-sell the property, a deal could have fallen through for any number of reasons. For instance, maybe the purchasers’ financial situation changed, something that’s not the builder’s fault.

If you want to make another offer, your broker can say to the builder, “my clients continue to like the property but they just can’t get to the original asking price. Some time has now passed and everyone has had a chance reconsider the whole matter. Would you look at a second offer from the buyers? Maybe there’s something we could work out so that you can finish up this project and get on with a new one….”

In other words, offer the builder a benefit that will come from your offer in addition to money, in this case the ability to close the deal and move forward to a new project that hopefully can produce a better financial result.

525 East College Way, Suite J

Travis Brewer

Piero Rodriguez

Home Lending Sales Manager NMLS 487442 CALL 360-230-2246 UmpquaBank.com/SDeVries

Home Loan Officer NMLS 55324 CALL 360-230-2248 UmpquaBank.com/TBrewer

Home Loan Officer NMLS 1172408 CALL 360-230-2241 UmpquaBnak.com/PRodriguez

Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender

NMLS #401867

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Susie DeVries

Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 416-4902

www.npsar.realtor

Selling Your Home During the Holidays

Contact your friendly Skagit Valley area loan officer today!

Loan products subject to credit approval.

ASK OUR BROKER

NORTH PUGET SOUND ASSOCIATION of REALTORS®

Umpqua’s loan officers are local experts equipped with an array of options for your purchase, refinance or new construction. Plus, we’ll stick with you every step of the way—because that’s what good neighbors do.

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Q& A

Home buyers looking to make a move are typically more serious at this time of year. If they're willing to head out and deal with the weather, and put a stop to their holiday celebrating to shop for a home, they're usually determined to find one and fast. Some home sellers see December as a time to kind of 'stop selling'. This is a bad move. Even if your home is seen by one home buyer during December, that home buyer could very well be the 'one'. Don't turn away showings or reschedule them if you can help it.

We say in the real estate industry that "Winter brings out the most serious buyers." This is true. If a home buyer has a rental lease expiring or must move due to divorce, death or relocation, they will buy at Christmas. Keep your house ready to be sold regardless of the season, weather or holiday. You just never know who will be buying your home for the holidays, and they will be living in this home all year round.

Source: www.youshouldown.com

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Buyers Keep Options Open, Consider Renting Instead

Average buyer spends 17 weeks finding a home, while renters take 10 weeks

M

ost people that have moved recently considered both renting and buying when they were looking for a new place to live, according to the 2016 Zillow Group Report on Consumer Housing Trends.

The report surveyed more than 13,000 renters, homeowners, buyers and sellers. Respondents were asked about their home search experience, aspirations and preferences.

Buyers had a hard time getting the first home they made an offer on, with 54 percent reporting that they were unsuccessful. The survey found that 47 percent of all homebuyers are first-time buyers.

The discrepancy might mean that many buyers keep their options open when it comes to buying or renting.

Among those who bought a home in the last 12 months, 66 percent of Millennials considered renting as well. Just over half (54 percent) of Generation X buyers considered

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renting and 32 percent of Baby Boomer buyers did.

“It’s difficult and time-consuming to find a home to move to, especially in competitive housing markets,” Jeremy Wacksman, Zillow chief marketing officer, says. “With firsttime buyers competing for a limited number of homes on the market, savvy shoppers have a Plan B, hoping to buy if it works out, but willing to sign a lease for a home if they don’t make a deal by the time they need to move.”

The report indicates that renters spend an average of 10.4 weeks searching for a rental home or apartment, while the average buyer shops for about 17 weeks to buy a home. Even in weak rental markets, however, low-income renters take significantly longer searching for a new place to live, taking on average 12.1 weeks.

For many renters, buying is simply not a financial option.

The median income of homebuyers is $87,500 a year, while renters make, on average, $37,500.

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17714 KINgFIShER COVE LANE, BIg LAKE

$950,000 Waterfront home with 75 ft of lake frontage with private dock! Custom Spanish Style home

Merry Christmas!

From Our Family Family to yours!

w/ sweeping staircase up to luxurious master suite.

Saturday Dec. 3rd 10 a. a.m. m. to 2 p. p.m. m.

Kitchen with granite and sub-zero refrigerator;

Drop off your Toys for Tots donations and enjoy holiday treats, snacks and crafts PLUS have your picture taken with Santa!

Well behaved pets are invited, too!

radiant heat; skylights; vaulted ceilings; surround sound;

built

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vac; rec room and

Skagit Tradition Realty Family owned & operated

bonus/storage room.

3780 E. College

We will be accepting Toys for Tots donations until December 16th

Danya Wolf Carla Fischer

360-708-8294 360-982-0010

3903 E. COLLEgE WAy, MOUNT VERNON

$600,000

21227 FRANCIS RD, MOUNT VERNON

SUZANNE JENKINS

Danya Wolf Carla Fischer

360-941-2983

$224,000 3 Bed/1.75 Bath rambler close to everything! Walk to downtown shops and the Riverwalk! Great starter home. Roomy kitchen with walk-in pantry; ample storage, garden window and gas stove; vaulted ceilings.

Fully fenced backyard; deck off slider.

Suzanne Jenkins MLS #1047096 360-941-2983

63 Willow Lane, Mount Vernon

$268,000 1802 Bakerview Ct, Mount Vernon

Danya Wolf

360-708-8294

Attractive, large lot in beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course community, close Elva Hunter to brand new 20,000+ SF 360-202-3086 clubhouse, dining and full fitness facilities. Complete plans for a beautiful home on this lot are negotiable. MLS # 475295

$239,000

360-708-8294 360-982-0010

5798 JENNIFER LANE, BOW

$375,000 Large triple-wide manufactured home on 5 plus acres. Newer hardwood floors and carpeting.

Sweeping land views. Garage with extra room. Gated community

Beautifulviewproperty,readyforyoutobuild your dream home. PUD water, power and 3 bedroom septic surrounded by a circular driveway or continue on to another wonderful building site - cleared, level, and with spectacular mountain view! New gravel road is partially paved. Good access from Highway 9 for easy driving into property. I-5 minutes away.

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Minutes to I-5.

MLS #1025330

Suzanne Jenkins

Carla Fischer Celia Miller

360-941-2983

360-982-0010 360-391-6065

$122,000 1804 BAKERVIEW COURT, EAgLEMONT

EaglEmont Permit-able for in home business.

Roomy, 1700 sq. ft.

3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath 1 1/2 story home on spacious 1/3 acre lot in convenient location. Updated interior, country kitchen, charm of yesteryear.

Easy access to everything! Shopping, schools, bus line and medical. Zoned for possible in-home business. Plenty of parking, including for RV. Nicely fenced back yard with fruit tree and other trees.

MLS #1008048

13813 STATE ROUTE 9, MOUNTVERNON (5 ACRES)

$259,500 Horse haven! Air conditioning!

1 plus acre, fenced; small barn, 3 BR home w/ductless heater; country kitchen; new carpet in living room; hdwd floors; & linoleum. Remodeled BA w/ granite & tile. Double carport storage. Fruit trees! View of eagle’s nest; 1.2 acres less road.

5 Bedroom older Williamsburg Style Colonial home on 3.78 developable acres with possibility to have 20 residential lots. Very level lot for easy development. Home is circa 1900’s.

Large bedrooms and dining room. Shop with underground electricity. Home to be sold as is. Commuters dream!

Close to everything; schools, shopping, medical, Skagit Valley College, I-5. MLS#1045770

1510 S 6Th ST., MOUNT VERNON

Way, Mount Vernon

(360) 424-0300

Fantastic views from choice of 3 decks!.

Free Picture Picture with with Santa!

$165,000

Mount Baker view from one of the premier large lots (10,972 Sq. Ft.) in beautiful Eaglemont! Builder/ Owner will build for you or bring your own builder! All utilities are in and John Hunter ready for you to build. Complete set 360-202-3854 of plans for a beautiful home on this lot is negotiable.

Builder completed 1806 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. MLS #848246

604 NORThERN AVE., SEDRO WOOLLEy

$179,000 Charming home with lots of potential, in need of some elbow grease and imagination; 4 beds/1.5 baths; extra-large and roomy kitchen has loads of cupboards and dining area, lovely brick fireplace, arched doorways, built ins; some original wood floors; sunroom; u n i q u e l y fenced yard. Carla Fischer MLS #1040913 360-982-0100

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

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