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JAN 13-JAN 19
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THIS ISSUE
FIRST-TIME BUYERS REMAIN KEY TO HOUSING RECOVERY PAGE 3
HOMEOWNERSHIP: WHAT’S DRIVING PRICE PAGE 4
THE HOUSING MARKET: NEW GOLF COURSE LISTING!
Agent: Holly Hilts 360-661-5538
Brown McMillen Real Estate 235 W. Rio Vista Avenue Burlington, WA 360.757.6013 www.brownmcmillen.com
$310,000
Enjoy the expansive views of the fairways from this beautiful 3 bedroom rambler located on the 12th Tee of Skagit Golf and Country Club. This immaculate home offers large open living space with an abundance of natural light, hardwood floors, newer carpet, vaulted ceiling, skylight in kitchen, brick fireplace, sliding doors from both living and dining room out to the deck and a 3rd bedroom that would make a perfect office. Plenty of garden space and an easy care yard complete this fabulous package! MLS# 308903
INDEXING THE IMPROVEMENT PAGE 5
THE VACATION HOME MARKET PAGE 6
Q&A ASK OUR BROKER
FEATURED ARTICLE:
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THE VACATION HOME MARKET The second-home market has taken a hit in recent years. Yet, the home-away-from-home might be the thing for some buyers. Back when the housing market was happily abuzz with sales, lots of buyers thought a vacation home would add to their happiness. What’s happened to (cont. on pg. 6)
CLASSIFIEDS PAGE 10-11
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