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Fannie Mae Homepath Burlington home on 1/2 acre with 2 outbuildings. Features a 1 level 2400 sqft home w/790 sqft shop, 680 sqft heated studio gas heat, 2 bathrooms, partially finished 2nd kitchen all conveniently located on a 1/2 acre lot on State Route 20 just east of Burlington and minutes to I-5.

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Very nice 2.5 acre parcel on peaceful Samish Island. Pasture like setting,level and ready for your dream home! Power Water & Phone on site, county approved for conventional septic. Bridge connects Samish island to main land so no ferries!

2200 sqft Skagit Golf & Country Club home on the 6th tee box. Wonderfully maintained newer 3 bed 2.5 bath home on beautifully landscaped lg corner lot. Features light open flowing floor plan, tile roof, 3 car gar, gas heat & AC, sec. sys., perimeter lighting and much more. Truly one of the finer homes in the neighborhood don’t miss out. This is a must see!!

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12-Acres Hobby Farm #600659 • $675,000

BIG LAKE Prime View # 669040 • $399,000

Fannie Mae Homepath home in Mount Vernon.

This 1/2 acre property features an 1858 sqft main home with large living spaces, open kitchen, large bathroom, utility room, storage room and deck.

Detached 2 car garage with 1 bedroom apt & large 864 sqft detached shop. Brand new roof and ready for new owners!

1975 sqft 3 bed 2 bath home built in 2000 overlooking a pond w/fruit trees & garden area.

Heated 3200 sqft shop w/bath & office. 800 sqft machine shed & animal shed. PUD water & private well. Fenced w/gated entry west of downtown Mount Vernon endless possibilities turnkey & ready to move in, over 11000 trees included in with sale.

Charming home w/views of Big Lake. Open floor plan w/huge windows features gas stone fireplace, Pergo & bamboo floors, open kitchen w/built in Jenn Air cooktop, dble oven, ample counter space, huge trellised deck, jetted tub in master, large private fenced back yard w/paver patio, quiet side yard. Extra lot gives plenty of room for expansion!

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Cozy yet spacious with 2 garages.Privacy, walking distance to park & school. #710673 $305,000.

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP… gorgeous 2 story w/unfinished bsment. Office w/french doors, high ceilings, painted millwork, granite counters, mstr on main. Great neighborhood $389,500. #714504 CUTE & COMFY… open floor plan, cute 3 BR, 2 BA w/lg kitchen, fenced yard, shed. 55+ Park $85,000. #656240 RARE BURLINGTON CAPE COD HOME… also a guest cottage,country feeling, 3 BR,2.5 BA Incredible landscaping & much more. $437,000. #644502 BURLINGTON LOT… zoned general commercial. Perfect site for clinic or any professional use, sewer & water.

Survey & elevations complete. $415,000. #178973 LARGE MOUNT VERNON LOT! edge of town living off Francis Rd., .32 ac lot has Sound and Island views to enjoy with your new home. $78,000. #709836

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SALE OR LEASE… 2400sf commercial bldg. On busy corner lot in downtown Mount Vernon. Lease at $1,800 month or buy $219,500. #662753 BURLINGTON BLDG SITE… nice end of cul-de-sac, level lot off Anacortes St in Burlington. $63,000. #694499 REDUCED…GORGEOUS… 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA rambler on an acre w/view to the west of mtns & bay. Beautiful lyptus wood flrs & cabinets, separate office $439,500. #588583 STREAM RUNS THRU IT- 20 acres at end of road. Private setting with a nice little stream. $55,000. #600901 GORGEOUS CUSTOM CRAFTSMAN HOME just completed on an acre on Bow Hill. Over 2500 sf, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, lots of blt-ins, beech cabinets + 3 car garage. $485,000. #409469 BUILDING LOT… shy half acre in Sedro Woolley city limits. Utilities in street, some marketable trees. Lot line adjustment is all that is needed to turn parcel into 2 lots.$75,000. #576834

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FANTASTIC VIEWS… hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, fireplace, rec room & bonus room. Gas range, double oven, multi-level deck. $389,950. #636507 10 ACRES IN BOW… ready to build, Well & power in, building site prepped, building permit on file. Fill & grade permits complete, $8,500 paid in impact fees. Potential to parcel a 1 ac. lot off. $269,000. #681549 CEDAR POINT 55+ CONDO… one level, 2 BR, 1 BA, great condition, open floor plan, all appliances, covered porch, gas heat/hot water. Quiet location. $149,000. #652967 COMMERCIAL SITE… in excellent Mount Vernon location, paved street with all utilities available and drainage installed. $437,000 #676549 2 ACRE LOTS… 2 parcels ready for new home. Each is 2 acres with nice territorial views and municipal water available. $110,000 #45359

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THE GLAMOUR OF GRAMMAR Question: Why do newspapers insist on capitalizing the term “Realtor” when other similarly used nouns such as “appraiser,” “lender” and “borrower” are not capitalized?

Answer: In real estate we usually think in terms of houses and property, tangible assets that we can touch and feel. However, there also is something called “intellectual property,” where assets can be very real even though they lack a physical presence. The term “Realtor” is an example of intellectual property.

Intellectual property broadly refers to creations of the human mind, such as trademarks, copyrights, service marks, literary works and symbols. Once an intellectual-property owner has staked out a claim their property can be protected from unauthorized use in the same way that only you have the right

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within applicable rules to determine how your property will be used, if you want it used at all.

“A trademark,” says the World Intellectual Property Organization, “is a distinctive sign that identifies certain goods or services produced or provided by an individual or a company.”

It adds that “the system helps consumers to identify and purchase a product or service based on whether its specific characteristics and quality – as indicated by its unique trademark – meet their needs.”

A major problem with intellectual property is that ownership rights can slip away if a term is used in a generic manner. Expressions in the U.S. such as “elevator,” “aspirin,” “laundromat,” “thermos” and “videotape” were once copyrighted but are now regarded as generic. In a similar sense, the owner of real property can lose their right of exclusive usage with an “easement by prescription,” a situation where unauthorized usage meets certain conditions and continues over time.

To protect their rights intellectual property owners engage lots of lawyers to vigorously protect such things as trademarks and copyrights, and this brings us to “Realtor,” a term owned by the National Association of Realtors.

One of the major purposes of a trademark is to create marketplace distinctions. Real estate “brokers” are licensed by state regulators, but only NAR

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members may describe themselves as a ‘Realtor.”

Thus, it is possible for Smith to be a licensed real estate broker but not a Realtor, while Jones with NAR membership might be both a licensed broker and a Realtor.

Why then do media outlets not use the term “Realtor” with a trademark symbol?

If you think about traditional print media such as newspapers, books and magazines you can see that trademark and copyright symbols scattered repeatedly throughout blocks of type would make reading difficult. Thus, the standard in journalism is not to use such symbols, a tradition which has carried over to electronic media.

The result of assorted rules and traditions is that reporters write about both “brokers” and “Realtors” in an effort to respect intellectual property claims while at the same time producing content in an accepted style that is both easy to read and absorb.

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FEATURE HOME FROM COVER:

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3112 SOUTH BAY DRIVE, BELLINGHAM

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Approx. 270’ of South Lake Whatcom waterfront in quiet cove. 2 bdrm/ 1 bath cabin in need of TLC. New state of the art septic system. New water pump. 10 min. from I-5. Has existing dock, with concrete bulkhead running the length of the property. Boat launch close by. close to Sudden Valley Golf course and Wildwood Resort.

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2408 CROSBY DRIVE, MT. VERNON $327,500

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$102,000

720 BINGHAM PL, SW

$179,900

2 parcels provide ample room & secluded privacy for this 1 bedroom cabin with a 12x16 guest cottage.

Cabela light fixtures, new roofs, hardy board siding, 200 amp panel, leaf relief gutters, & a security system. 10x14 shed on a concrete slab & a 12x16 Tuff Shed. Call Deborah McNeil, 707-8073 #680234

Updated 3 bedroom home with newer windows, sliding glass doors, carpeting, appliances, light fixtures, beautiful free standing oil Godin stove & more. Huge fenced back yard with approx. 485 SF gazebo, mature evergreen trees & outbuilding. New roof Sept. 2010. Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #718439

1604 WILDFLOWER WAY, SW

217 POLO PARK DR, MV

$127,900

Great 2 bedroom, 1 bath Fannie Mae home! 840 SF, new interior paint, new flooring, & 1 car detached garage with storage. Great little community not far from downtown & local shops. Eligible for Homepath financing. Call Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 or Karine Anderson, 421-1189 #710428

729 N. 4TH ST, MV

$133,900

$209,500

Home on corner lot in Sudden Valley. Home boarders a peaceful creek; 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 1322 SF. New cabinets, SS appliances, floor coverings, trim & more. Amenities include golf course, 24 hr security, tennis courts, pool, beach access & more! More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill or Jannette Kreiger, 421-4446 #687021

Fannie Mae Home! 2 bed/1 bath unit on main level; separate studio unit w/full bath upstairs! C-2 zoning allows commercial uses. Remodeled in 2007. Lower unit: Large kitchen. Studio: Large full bath, efficiency kitchen. French doors to deck. Interior staircase leads to shared laundry area. Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-8057 #722758

1212 S. 12TH ST, MV

835 S. PINE ST, BURL

Room to roam on this extra-large lot, nearly half an acre w/ a shop. 3 bdrms, 1700+ SF. Garden shed & green house. 2 fireplaces. Great lot for gardening or animals plus fruit trees. RV Parking. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #692918

$136,000

Sharp 2 bdrm home boasting a remodeled kitchen, spacious full bathroom, light, bright living room & a beautifully landscaped large yard. The large yard boasts beautiful mature trees. Detached 1 car garage w/ extra shop space & extra storage too. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #713134

1419 DIGBY PL #306, MV

$137,000

1 level, 1-bedroom Condo in Maddox Creek. French door to the Private balcony; granite countertop eating bar; pantry w/ washer/dryer, gas fireplace in the living area & a built-in media center. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #679887

1213 E SECTION ST, MV

$159,900

Hilltop Mount Vernon- 2 bdrm & small bedroom/ office & bath on main floor & master bed/bath upstairs. Ceramic & hardwood flooring throughout. House features laundry, large kitchen with ample counter space, large detached garage with shop space & side yard with a playhouse. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #712406

121 N. BALL ST, SW

$178,950

Well maintained 3 bed, 1 bath rambler. This home is updated with new fixtures throughout. Open living room & kitchen, large back yard with a shop & carport. Back yard has fruit trees & plenty of space for a garden. Call Spencer Roozen, 708-0634 #689902

$229,950

Great MV hill location near parks, schools, & hospital. Very well maintained home with 3 beds, 1.75 baths, 1400+ SF. an outbuilding/shop. Great landscaping & garden area. Call George Bellos at 708-9762 # 678821

9369 PROSPECT ST, SW

1106 N. 8TH ST, MV

$235,000

$239,900

Beautifully maintained 3 bdrm, 2 story home on large city lot. Home features cathedral ceilings, light-filled interior spaces, large master, over-sized 2 car garage w/ storage, gas fireplace & much more.

Almost 2000 SF - private backyard & RV parking Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #703898

16250 PENN RD, MV

$259,950

Nice home on a shy .5 acre lot. New interior paint & carpet. 3 bdrm, 2 baths, 1644 SF. Living room w/ freestanding stove, kitchen w/ eating space, dining room & lg. mud/laundry room. Fenced yard w/ patio, garage, shop & garden shed/playhouse. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #698871

6437 STATE ROUTE 9, SW

$269,950

3 bed, 2 bath home, huge 30x35 shop on 1.10 acre.

New vinyl windows, new roof in 2012, fresh paint & new flooring. Updated kitchen. Large deck overlooks private, fenced yard. Shop has 11ft door, 220, plumbed for water. RV parking. Call Megan O’Bryan, 708-5817 # 667629

47794 STATE ROUTE 20, CONCRETE

$279,900

15255 S BLANCHARD RD, BOW

63 acres in lovely South Blanchard setting. 24+ acres of wetland w/ 3 creeks. 26 cultivated acres of fertile good draining Ag land. Well-built 2002 combo shop/living space offers 700 SF apartment w/ 1440 SF of shop space. Interior needs some finishing. 4 parcels. Call Margy Furst, 488-3458 #689565

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17304 OLYMPIC PL, MV

$339,900

$549,500

Hard to find 1 level living in MV. 3 bdrms, 2 3/4 baths, & 3 car garage. Nicely finished open floor plan w/ lots of room for entertaining. 3 fireplaces, huge deck & plenty of room for pets & kids. New roof & gutters. Great 2 story playhouse in fenced back yard too! Call Donna Rowell, 708-7984 #696241

Beautifully remodeled this well-designed, spacious home boasts westerly views framed by lovely mature landscaping. Gourmet kitchen, elegant master suite & much more. Great location in Skyridge neighborhood. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #579939

515 S. 39TH PLACE, MV

Elegant home on .8 ac with full 2nd living quarters. 5 bdrms, 6 baths, 5212 SF. Upgrades include counter tops, refinished hardwood, paint, fixtures & more. Patio, upper view deck, sports court & 4 parking bays. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #607213

$359,500

Elegant hilltop home boasts a grand entry; a formal living & dining room; family room with French doors to the deck & fireplace; lg kitchen with gas cooktop, SS appliances & a walk-in pantry; & a deluxe tiled master suite. Located on a beautiful corner lot. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #703085

17015 THEODORSAN LANE, MV

215 LILAC DR, MV

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$375,000

Restored 4 bdrm classic home on a 2/3 acre lot. New kitchen; refinished red oak floors; coffered & coved ceilings; lg. master w/ extensive use of marble tile in the bath; & daylight basement office & family room. Garage/shop; fruit & nut orchard, gardens; close to all amenities. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com Call Bill or Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #694020

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$499,000

2.26 acres w/ 2 homes, a detached apt, huge 4 car shop & numerous outbuildings. 1st home was built in 1993 3 beds, 2 baths, & 1532 SF, well cared for, new roof. 2nd residence is a 1920 1,100 SF home w/ 2 beds/ 1 bath, newer roof. Lastly a 720 sf 1 rm. apt. built in 1950. Covered RV parking. Call Tiffany or Shawn Danley, 360-298-4857 #711502

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$450,000

Cozy newer home within a block of down town. You can enjoy the shops & restaurants right out your front door. Home is 1871 sq ft with main level living.

A master suite that includes quartz counters, heated floor & large tile shower. Open living & dining areas with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, quartz kitchen counters & a farm sink. Fenced backyard & patio with a low maintenance yard. Detached 2 car garage w/ additional attic storage. Come take a look you will love the location & home.

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Beautifully remodeled 1930’s Old Town Gem. You won’t experience what this home can offer you with a drive by. 4 bdrm, 3 bth, main level lvng at its finest. State of the art kit w/ black granite, walk in pntry, quiet close cpbrds & lg stainless sink. Mstr en suite w/ dual head, tile shower, soaking tub & dbl vnty. Fam rm wired for surround snd. Home has a wood burning fp & mini splits for the convenience of energy efficient utility bills. Low mnt yd partially fenced w/ southern exposure.

Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS# 720879

$369,000

A brand new home with quality finishes and designer details. This Skyline home is all main level living with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Kitchen with large island & raised bar, an abundance of cabinet space, walk in pantry and open dining room. Additional bedrooms enjoy walk-in closets; full yard landscaping and a 3 car garage.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 578893

704 35TH STREET, ANA

6931 CAROLINA ST, ANA

$449,000

Sunny corner lot! 3 bedroom plus home has tons of living space including an atrium-style family room to relax in & absorb the beautiful gardens. A decked out granite kitchen with lots of counter-space, island & attached dining rm. Main level master & full Mother in law quarters.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 518063

14403 JURA LN, ANA

$895,000

100-ft no-bank waterfront compound has it all. 1949 SF Primary home w/key living on the main level; huge master suite, great room design, plus a formal dining area, den & loft office. Separate 2 car garage/ shop has a 976 SF Guest House above w/ 2BR, kitchenette & great room plus a loft office & covered deck. And . . . Fully finished boat house.

Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 549460

$145,000

Remodeled kitchen of birch cabinets & good counter space. Living room has fireplace with wood stove insert plus heat from gas forced air furnace. Updates include windows of insulated vinyl, insulated under floor & in attic. Roof is approx. 8 years old.

Linda Macy 360.708.8284 MLS# 613708

15174 CHANNEL DR., LA CONNER

5078 RONEY RD, BOW

ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

$749,000

Quality NW custom waterfront 3387 SF home is located near La Conner on the Swinomish Channel.

Beautiful, unobstructed channel & mountain views, sunsets & sunrises. Large great room w/wall of windows, grand fireplace & access to patio. Radiant heat flooring throughout.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 659893

$424,500

Come live the Samish Island lifestyle! Charming, immaculate single-level, 3 BR home on .96 acre lot. Paved dead end private lane w/partial view of Mt Baker. Open floor plan w-updated flooring throughout-wood, carpet & tile. Shop, Raised garden beds, private patio & more!

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 637035

1709 24TH CT, ANA

$135,000

Beautiful level acreage on Samish Island. Small clearing surrounded by a mix of evergreen and deciduous trees. Soil analysis has been done. Very quiet, serene location. Power is at Roney Rd and water shares are available at Samish Farms Water Association..

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 653986

8654 TURNERS BAY PL, ANA

$275,000

Nice lot in beautiful, conveniently located Summit Park Estates; south facing views overlooking Similk Bay. This beach community includes a quarter of a mile of private beach accessible within a three minute walk from the lot. Turners Bay also has extensive hiking trails that go completely around the neighborhood and thru the wildlife preserve. There is an eagles next within view of the property. Architectural drawings included; septic system designed and land survey complete with elevations.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 351718

$299,975

Wonderful home with lrg kitchen, lrg master bath with tub, separate shower & vanities. Nice living rm, dining rm & 3 bedrooms. Yard is partially fenced & neatly appointed with separate entry from dining & kitchen areas. House is well maintained & in move in condition.

Bill Robillard 360.770.4707 MLS# 698992

NHN SEAVIEW WAY, ANA

$160,000

Build your view dream home in desirable Seaview.

Extra large lot with plan available for daylight basement home. Lot is cleared and ready to build. Views of the San Juans and beyond. Lot is part of Del Mar Community water & Association, which has boat moorage and access to 2 community beaches.

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 604279

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Markets Set to Go Boom

Baby boomers are staying in the work force longer, but they’re eyeing their retirement housing needs now. Here are the markets poised to attract them.

A low cost of living and, of course, sunny weather are the keys to attracting baby boomers in retirement.

But as many boomers remain in the work force and delay retirement, many of the metro markets that attract

boomers are set for their own boom, according to analysis from the National Association of Realtors.

Looking at population trends, housing affordability and local economic conditions, the NAR identified

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the top housing markets positioned to see an increase of baby boomer homebuyers in coming years.

Boise, Idaho, and Raleigh, North Carolina – with solid job growth, affordable home prices and share of selfemployed workers – were identified as the standout markets.

According to Lawrence Yun, the NAR’s chief economist, metros with a strong local economy, sufficient housing supply and low cost of living are set to see an increase in buying activity, as the share of men and women working past age 65 has increased.

“A broadly improving economy and rebounding home prices are giving baby boomers the opportunity to sell and move to support their retirement lifestyle,” Yun said in a statement.

“Furthermore, our research identified cities movers are gravitating to while remaining in the work force as a

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business owner.”

The NAR analyzed 100 metro areas that have low state taxes, robust job market conditions and strong migration patterns of baby boomers to that area to determine which markets are likely to see a boost from boomer buying activity. The top market position to see an increase of boomer buyers are (alphabetically): • Albuquerque, New Mexico • Boise, Idaho • Denver, Colorado • Fort Myers, Florida • Greenville, South Carolina • Orlando, Florida • Phoenix, Arizona • Raleigh, North Carolina • Sarasota, Florida • Tucson, Arizona According to the NAR, boomers represent 30 percent of all buyers, with a median income of $92,400 and purchased homes that cost $210,000.

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Strategies for Staying Put In Retirement For those planning to age in place in their current home, it’s essential to make ensure the home is properly and safely outfitted for their later years

The older we get, the more resistant to change we usually become. That’s a big reason why many seniors choose to “age in place,” living out their remaining years in their current homes. But doing so safely and comfortably isn’t always so easy, which is why this option should be planned carefully, say the experts.

A recent survey, found that 63 percent of Baby Boomers do not anticipate moving from their current home (of which 62 percent of those polled have lived in for at least a decade). Further, three-fourths of respondents indicated that their residences are places they can remain in as they get older, despite the reality that many of these abodes lack low-maintenance and easy accessibility features.

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more comfortable in their familiar environment.

“The big advantage of aging in place is that it’s likely more affordable than purchasing or renting anew, especially if your intention is not to downsize,” says Natalie J. Frazier, agent with a real estate company in New York. “The big disadvantage is that your home or neighborhood may not be suitable for your life as an older individual.”

Consequently, seniors who plan to age in place need to be proactive by making necessary home modifications. The first step in that process is to declutter.

“Accumulated belongings that are no longer relevant often get in the way in terms of safety and space,” says Lauren Silverman.

“Furniture and belongings should not be positioned in ways that impede movement, and items used daily should be stored in easy-to-reach places.”

Next, the home should be assessed for needed convenience and accessibility upgrades. Chris Donatelli, in Geneva, Illinois,

recommends the following remodeling projects: • Step-free entry • Wider doorways and halls – minimum of 60 inches to be wheelchair-amenable – with barrierfree flow between rooms, especially the bathroom.

• Master bedroom suite located on the first level, if it’s a multi-level home.

• Remodeled bathroom with stand-up shower or walk-in tub, detachable showerheads, grab bars and handrails.

• Simpler operability of sinks, hardware and appliance controls, such as single-lever faucets, pullloops on cabinets/drawers.

• Open space beneath sinks for wheelchair use.

• Appliances mounted in the wall or located in drawers to avoid bending • Non-slip, low-maintenance flooring (e.g., solid vinyl/rubber, cork, or hardwood) • Lower countertops, appliances and cabinets for easier reach, but raised base cabinets to accommodate wheelchair foot rests

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• Smarter storage, including pullout drawers and counters, slide-out shelves, and rollout cabinets • Bright task lighting in kitchen and office areas.

• Countertop, flooring and backsplash materials with colors that contrast for greater visibility.

While many of these projects can be costly, “keep in mind that it’s much more cost-effective to do a custom remodel than build a new home,” Donatelli says.

Lastly, it’s important to consult with loved ones on your decision to age in place and to get their approval and assistance, Terry Martin-Back, broker associate with a real estate company in Gainesville, Florida.

“They should have family or friends support them in this process,” says Martin-Back.

“Allowing seniors to have their independence, if they’re capable of living independently, will create a healthier environment for everyone involved.”

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Three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. New cabinets, appliances, and flooring. 508 Hilltop, Sedro-Woolley. $115,000. Call 360-7088158

Anac. 3+ bdrm, 1 ba, W/D, storage, fireplace. No smoke/ pets. $975, 1st & last. W/S/G/ pd. 360-293-0296 SM. HOUSE ANACORTES, PETS Small house large fenced yard; full bath; unfurnished.

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PINE CREEK Open House

Come take a look at this wonderful 3100+ square foot home with gorgeous panoramic views of valley and mountains! Beautiful hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, central vacuum.

Great kitchen - double oven, gas cooktop. Master bedroom with jetted tub, granite counter tops and walk in closet! Spacious bonus room great for entertaining. Large fenced back yard, multi-level decks.

MLS # 636507. $389,950.

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4 new rambler models available for pre-sale ranging in size from 1843-2554 sq ft. Stop by the model at 3059 Pine Creek Drive to look at the floor plans!

Ramblers have no-step entry! 3-bedrooms and 3 car garages. Quality high end finishes. Great room & gas frplc.

Open House Saturday 12:00 – 3:00 Sunday 1:00 – 3:00 Or call Val Thomas Preview Properties at 360-333-0562 to set up an appt.

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4725 MONTE VISTA PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

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$179,500 1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

$399,900 17603 SKYRIDGE, MOUNT VERNON

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19924 HILL CT, BURLINGTON

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PRICE SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED on this beautiful home in quiet neighborhood. Gorgeous landscaping, open floor plan, Juliet balcony overlooking sunken LR, vaulted ceiling, Fr. Doors to private balcony off Master. Must see!

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Custom built view home in gorgeous Skyridge community. Views of Valley, Remodeled. Open floor plan, newer Puget Sound, San Juan Islands & windows, newer roof, new furnace, Suzanne Jenkins more! Spacious rooms throughout lots of room. Great for livestock and 360-941-2983 w/abundant storage. Entertainment Elva Hunter berry growing; cross fenced pasture; great rm style w/cathedral ceiling, gas 360-202-3086 approx. 15 acres in hay; 2 barns, lower barn has fireplace, large dining rm and main floor master suite & den. tack room. 20x50 Green house w/power and water. Lower level w/2 lg bdrms, utility/hobby room, fitness area/ 6 apple trees, 3 plum, 2 Asian pear, 1 peach tree, TV room. Carport w/attached 8 x 22’ shop. Steps away from Shirley Bertholf raspberries and blueberries. MLS#710460 Little Mountain hiking trails. Easy care .41 acre lot. Private 360-840-1863 location minutes to I-5. MLS# 706609

$434,000 1606 ALPINE CREST LP #C, MOUNT VERNON

$339,000

14678 STATE ROUTE 9, MOUNT VERNON

$278,000

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Well cared for home at end of cul- desac, 3 Bd, 2 Bath, 1248 sqft, Good size lot with fruit trees; 2 apple, 1 pear, 1 prune and 1 cherry. Backyard has 12x12 storage shed. Attached 2 bay garage, one side converted to rec room complete with heat, lights and cable Brett Tacker 360-840-7931 TV! MLS#715656

XXX SHANNON LAKE RD, CONCRETE

Spacious, circular drive to patio, level entry. Quality built & designed w/ vaulted ceilings, covered deck.

Elva Hunter Main master w/dbl closet/BA & 2 360-202-3086 BR/2 BA + office. Down 2 BR/BA, lg fam. rm, could be MIL. Prof. landscaped. RV prkg.

Close to Golf, Medical, shy 1 acre. MLS# 524620

Desirable Eaglemont Golf Course Community. 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath plus office/den. Lovely Master Suite w/jetted tub on main floor. Bright kitchen w/slab granite, stainless steel John Hunter appliances, eating bar that opens to 360-202-3854 great room w/gas fireplace and door to outside deck with spectacular views. Unfinished downstairs w/ 1237 sq.ft is included in sq.ft has plumbing, bedroom & family room, ready to complete. MLS# 675913

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Newer, well maintained modular home on acreage. Large Master bedroom with walk-in closet and en suite with soaker tub. Has two additional rooms that could be used as bedrooms, office Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 or other work areas. Home has a walk through laundry room with utility sink. Roughly three acres of land cleared and most of the rest could be.

Close to all amenities. MLS# 684195

Build Your Dream!

$99,500 1802 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON

$129,000 XXX STATE ROUTE 9, BIG LAKE

$95,000 1601 N WAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON

Remodel includes added formal dining area. Many upgrades inside.

Lower level features a recreation room with its own fireplace. Sandy Everett Beautiful, large, private yard 360-202-3706 includes a greenhouse, 2 2-car garages, deck and a great patio. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a neighborhood of nice homes. Interior square footage to be verified by buyer. Appointment required with 24 hours notice. MLS# 641525

$438,900 1 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON

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HEAVEN ON EARTH! Price significantly reduced! Beautiful, peaceful setting. Imagine waking up each morning to spectacular views of Sauk Mountain, the Cascades, Skagit Shirley Bertholf River & the valley below... your own 360-840-1863 little piece of “heaven on earth!” Perfect for anyone who loves the gorgeous beauty of the great Pacific Northwest. Enjoy privacy in a park-like atmosphere w/panoramic views. Close to town. Close to Everett & Shannon Lakes for fishing. MLS # 175569

19551 BURKLAND RD, MOUNT VERNON

$575,000

EAGLEMONT Attractive, large lot in beautiful Eaglemont Golf Course community, close to brand new 20,000+ SF clubhouse Elva Hunter with fabulous views, dining 360-202-3086 and full fitness facilities.

Complete plans for a beautiful home on this lot are negotiable. MLS# 475295

1913 ARTHUR PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

MULTI-FAMILY Two four-plex tracts for $150,000 LAKE VIEW Danya Wolf each and one five-plex tract for Spectacular lake view and stunning $175,000.00 Building permit 360-708-8294 sunsets seen from this lot, located Sandy Everett on the east (sunny) side of the lake! 360-202-3706 ready for thirteen (13) units. Or,administrative conditional use potential for professional/medical Property is in an area of beautiful homes and is located directly north of Big Lake Bar & offices. All utilities; includes off-site, fenced storm Grill parking lot. Buyer to verify square footage and retention pond. (City sewer,garbage,and drainage district). MLS# 678254 utility availability. MLS# 670146

$155,000 4900 MONARCH BLVD, MOUNT VERNON

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28.9 Acres of Prime farmland in South Mount Vernon; currently leased to potato farmer. Replace existing farmhouse with YOUR dream home! MLS# 720124 28+ ACRES

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NOT A SHORT SALE. Rambler style home adjacent to 1911 Arthur Place, on the hill in Mount Vernon.

Generous sized, fenced yard. Zero lot line property shares wall with Danya Wolf neighbor to the west (1911 Arthur Place). New roof. Two 360-708-8294 separate tax parcels. MLS# 31941

2688 sq. ft. 3 BD, 2.5 BA home on corner Sandy Everett lot. Upscale neighborhood w/trails, 360-202-3706 sidewalks & play areas in a planned development.

Everything is close by. Utility rm (washer/dryer incl.) & full BAs upstairs; bonus rm w/gas fplace on main floor.

Kitchen w/all stainless appliances & pantry. Dbl garage.

MLS #668766

OWNER FINANCING Located just outside the Mount Vernon City limits, this wooded 1 acre plus lot could be a building Danya Wolf site for a stick built, modular, or 360-708-8294 manufactured home, with plenty of room. Tract has been surveyed (LeGro and Associates) and wetlands have been delineated (Oscar Graham and Pat Bunting). 1.27 acres With $10,000.00 down, sellers will consider contract. MLS# 678260

Welcome Carla FIscher!

Carla settled in the Skagit Valley after her husband retired from the Navy. She and her husband have one son and two grandkids. She is a volunteer at NOAH Animal Shelter who enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as pursuing her hobby of photography. Carla believes that good communication is key to accomplishing your goals. She is looking forward to helping with any and all of your real estate needs.

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