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TABLE OF CONTENTS Remodeling Rebounds

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Q & A: Ask Our Broker

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. JUNE 15TH 1-3PM 611 Streeter Place Mount Vernon $219,950 E on E. Division St., L. on N. 21st, 3rd L. on Cascade Ave. First R. on Streeter. Spacious updated

rambler. Over 2000 sq. ft and 4+ BR/2.5 BA Fenced yard w/patio. Large family room. peaceful location w/I-5 access. MLS# 474242.

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Sedro-Woolley 9 buildable lots off Pinelli Rd. All lots are level and approx 1 acre. Lots have panoramic views, CCR’s, paved st, power & water available in st.

Peaceful & private area, ready to build. Seller has plans or bring your builder.

La Conner $144,900 Affordable fee simple in La Conner. 1680 sq. ft.

3 BR/2 BA mfg home on nice size lot. 24 X 36 shop w/hoist, compressor & woodstove Lots of parking. Snee-Oosh beach, boat ramp and amenities. MLS #492102

Burlington $149,000 Over 1700 sq. ft. 3 BR/1 BA home. Value is in the land. Prime location, right in town in the commercial area, M-1. Near City Hall, and the Fire Department. MLS # 387073

Sedro-Woolley $287,500 Large 4 BR/2.5 BA with over 2800 sq. ft.. Nice size lot. Great Sedro-Woolley neighborhood.

Large 2 car garage. Excellent landscaping and RV parking. MLS# 499801

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La Conner $310,000 Classic La Conner charmer. 3 BR/1.75 BA. Updated throughout w/original charm intact.

Hardwood flrs, coved ceilings. Excellent neighborhood within walking distance to everything.

Gas heat. Detached garage.MLS #498191 Call Debbie, 708-8780

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Sedro-Woolley $349,000 Incredible view. Custom built 2 story, 3300+ sq, ft. home. 4 BR/3.25 BA.. Huge 1 acre lot. 3 car garage and workshop. MLS# 500626.

La Conner $475,000 Views of the Swinomish Channel and the mountains. Very private 1.4 acre lot. Over 2250 sq. ft with 3 BR/3BA. 384 sq. ft. deck w/hot tub. This is a must see! MLS #469769

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Burlington $850 mo/$850 Dep. Retail/Office Space for rent.

Perfect location downtown Burlington. Lots of potential. A MUST SEE! Call Wilma, 661-1631 for more information.

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Allen 708-8780

Sedro-Woolley $900 mo/$900 Dep. Upstairs condominium in a 55+ Community. 2 BA/2 BA and a library.

Approximately 1735 sq. ft and a private balcony off the library. Call Property Management at 755-5555 for viewing information.

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Remodeling Rebounds homes (having moderate or severe physical problems) went up 7 percent between 2007 and 2011 to more than 2.4 million, suggesting that many homes are overdue for improvement.

Additionally, the future market potential for increased remodeling is huge, considering that the emerging generation of echo-boomers – who will be 21 to 40 years old by 2025 – is expected to be the largest in our nation’s history, which should increase demand for home renovation.

“Our current quarterly projection for the national remodeling and home improvement market shows a really strong trend – almost a 20 percent increase in spending year-over-year through the third quarter of this year,” says Abbe Will, co-author of the study and research analyst for JCHSHU. Will says the latest numbers imply that homeowners may end up spending more on discretionary remodeling projects – perhaps kitchen and bath improvements and other aesthetic improvements, rather than structural or essential jobs.

“We expect that 2013 will be a good remodeling year for homeowners,” Will says. – Erik J. Martin

U.S. housing stock ready again for major improvements, new study shows The remodeling market may be waking up from the doldrums, according to a biennial report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University (JCHSHU).

After spending on home improvement projects declined during the recent economic downturn, several indicators suggest that Americans are ready to renovate again and renew the nation’s housing stock.

For example, previously foreclosed properties are being rehabilitated, as evidenced by $10 billion spent in 2011 on improvement costs for distressed properties. Older homeowners are retrofitting their homes to accommodate their future needs – by 2011, homeowners age 55 and older accounted for 45 percent of all home improvement spending, up from less than 33 percent a decade ago. Plus, spending on energy-related home improvement projects rose from 23 percent in 2007 to 33 percent in 2011.

Also, the number of inadequate owner-occupied

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NEAR BIG LAKE..3 BR, 2 BA home + 1,440 shop bldg located on 9.7 acres in secluded setting. $329,500. #460849 GLENHAVEN LAKES… nicely updated 4 BR, 2 BA home near Alger.

Fish in the 2 lakes and use community swimming pool. $179,500. #452266 LOOK NO MORE!… Beautiful rambler on corner lot built in 2009. 3 BR 2 BA, gorgeous kitchen, private fenced backyard. Great neighborhood.. $249,900. #496440 NEAR LAKE PADDEN… Nice 3 BR, 2 BA mfg home located in park within walking distance of Lk Padden. $79,500. #494657 SMALL GRAVEL PIT... 20 acres near Sedro-Woolley. Water &power available to build your new home. $99,500. #330672

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EASY CARE..… plenty of room, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, 2 story home, all appl incl, gas f/place in every room. 1/2 BA main flr, 3 BR up w/2 full baths. $167,500. #461032 ON SAMISH ISLAND… home on one level acre, 3 BR w/ remodeled sunny kitchen, dining & bonus room. Outbldg, 1160sf & 640sf loft, partial water view $329,500. #449008 LEVEL 1/2 ACRE… surrounded by pastureland just outside Burlington.

Great spot for new or mfg home $149,500. #309905 GOOD INCOME PRODUCER!… 2 units, 2 BR downstairs, 1 BR up, excellent opportunity, live in one, rent the other. Details available, priced at $165,000. #437441

HUGE SHOP!… Outstanding updated rambler on an acre + detached 70’X30’ shop. Spacious living areas. Gas f/place, all appl incl. Patio, lovely landscaping. $289,900. #493971 READY FOR BUSINESS… 2,320sf bldg on Chuckanaut Drive w/comm’l kitchen and large cooler. Great location for restaurant or other business uses. $199,900. #444840 FOREST LAND… 60 acres priced at less than $2,000 per acre. Located on Bacus Hill near Sedro-Woolley $119,500. #455946 BEAUTIFUL BURLINGTON… well maintained 1 story home, new roof, 2 car garage, fenced yard, great location $284,950. #496245 MOVE IN CONDITION… 4 BR, 2.5 BA in this tidy home. Walk-in closet, spacious deck & patio. Fenced back yard, extra pkg $189,900. #497426

CUSTOM BLT BOW HOME… on 7 acres!. 2900sf of beauty. 4 BR, 2.5 BA, spacious kitchen & dining area.

Lg family rm w/rock f/place & more $549,500. #496401 TURN KEY B&B… or family estate, 4.4 ac., fully fenced, beautifully maintained, equestrian ready, 36X32 barn & outbldgs. Home or lodge has 5 suites, garage area for 6 cars $899,000. #480982 CHOOSE FROM 100 ACRES… 5 adjoining 20 acre lots with water & power available. Take your pick. #99,500. #330564 COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER W/ SHOP… 4 BR, 1.75 BA. 2483 sf home. Beautiful kitchen, maple cabinets, high ceilings. Finished 1700sf shop & more $549,000 #473037

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NICELY UPDATED… home on Mt. Vernon Hill. Updated stainless kitchen & remodeled bathrooms. Walk to schools, hospital, views from lg back yard. $209,950. #497251 BUILT IN 2002, 3 BR, 2.5 BA… has gas heat, located near neighborhood green belt area, minutes to freeway. . $189,000. #463258 2 ACRE LOTS… 2 ready for you new home. Each is 2 acres w/nice territorial views & municipal water available $110,000. #261525 OFFICE & WAREHOUSE… 2.2 acres of commercial property fronting Memorial Hwy. Several buildings w/7900sf rental space. $495,000. #482676 BLUEBERRY FARM... 68 acres “Certified Organic” fully irrigated and subterranean drainage system. $1,615,000. #372666

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SHARP OPEN CONDO… Vaulted ceilings, skylights, gas frpl & covered deck. Spacious living/dining rm open to kitchen w/granite counters.. $179,950. #493467 GREAT BURLINGTON INVESTMENT… 2 homes on 1 lot currently bringing in $1200. per mo. 2 BR, 1 BA home, new windows, roof & paint $144,500. #446495 SHELTER BAY… 2 BR, 2 car garage, peek-a-boo view of the sound.

216sf separate apt behind garage. $174,950. #466435 NEW PRICE..SHARP RAMBLER… .newer kitchen, new roof, granite counters, French doors to family room, private backyard. $215,000. #406538

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4710 PARKVIEW LANE, MOUNT VERNON

$449,000

Skagit Tradition Realty 3780 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360.424.0300 www.SkagitTraditionRealty.com

GONE FISHIN’

John & Elva Hunter 360.202.3854 360.202.3086

Craftsman w/ spacious main floor living & bright finished lower level.

Entry w/skylight, Den w/French door, Formal Dining w/Butler pantry, crown moulding, chair rail. Kitchen w/granite & stainless appliances, breakfast area, cozy great room w/gas fireplace & book shelves. Large master suite w/ separate shower, garden tub, walkin closets w/built-in. Downstairs has large family room plus 3 bedrooms, full bath & private patio to garden.

3 car garage. Nature trails & park close by. MLS#489356

553,000 Number of vacation-home sales in 2012, up 10 percent from 2011.

Source: National Association of Realtors, 2013 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey

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5 Ways a Home May Turn Off Buyers Bankrate.com recently featured a list of the top ways buyers back away from a home listed for sale. Its list includes these items, among others:

6896 Farm To Market Rd, Bow 88 acres of beautiful soil along Samish River.

Includes 3 parcels; P33830, P33846, P33813.

Affordable water from BEWA. Edison School District. New roof installed last year. Large windows to take in the Mt. Baker view. Buyers agree to continue Open Space Taxation.

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS#: 48513 $700,000

419 S 10th St, Mount Vernon $195,000

4 BR home w/ lg. rec/family room w/gas stove.

2 BR and 1 full bath up and downstairs. New flooring & countertops. Upstairs has a wood fireplace. Deck faces west for wonderful sunsets. Great location close to I-5, schools and hospital. Nice size yard w/ 2 car carport.

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS#: 460832 $195,000

613 Ludwig Dr, Sedro Woolley

1. Dirt: "The No. 1 biggest mistake is not getting the home in the best possible condition.

That's huge," says Chad Goldwasser of Goldwasser Real Estate in Austin, Texas.

Goldwasser suggests also steam-cleaning tile and grout and carpets and replacing carpets if necessary.

Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS#: 497257 $155,000

2. Odors: "Odors are a big one, especially kitchen odors," says Julie Dana, co-author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Staging Your Home to Sell. "I advise my clients not to cook fried food, fish, or greasy food while the house is on the market. ... Interestingly, next to the kitchen, the smelliest room in the house is actually the living room. She recommends having curtains and upholstery cleaned.

1435 sq. ft. 2007 home w/3 BR, 2.5 BA built to conform to the zoning code of a condo.

Lg family room w/surround sound speaker & hardwood birch floors, living room w/laminated floor. Master w/walk in closet and BA. Approx. 10’x20’ storage area.

3. Old fixtures: "You need to change out old fixtures in your house," Goldwasser says, adding outdated ceiling fans and light fixtures should be replaced prior to listing a home.

"New cabinet hardware and doorknobs will probably cost all of $400 or $500, but it makes a huge difference."

610 Section St #74, Mount Vernon Beautiful remodeled 2 BR, 2 BA, 1456 sq. ft. home for 55+. Spotless carpeting, laminated floors, custom interior paint, windowed breakfast room & formal dining area. Lg. kitchen w/lots of cabinet space. Spacious living room & master. Owner’s prepaid Certified Home Inspection documentation available Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS#: 424119 $59,500

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1050 Sinclair Wy, Burlington

Charming home in wonderful 55 & better community of The Cedars. Open & welcoming floor plan. Lg. rooms, 2 BR, each w/its own BA. Garage + 2 parking spaces & RV parking. Homeowner dues include cable TV, Clubhouse, structure Iinsurance, building maintenance & lawn/yard care.

Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692 MLS#: 287212 $129,900

16573 Beaver Marsh Rd, Mount Vernon

Beautifully restored 1909 Craftsman style home in the heart of Skagit County on 2.68 acres.

Shop/barn connects to pasture. Original fir flooring throughout, lg. BA upstairs + upper deck opens off master w/views of Mt. Baker, Olympic Mtns. Heated outdoor swimming pool w/hot tub. Guest suite w/BA off main entrance Call Mike Whitney 360-421-4310 MLS#: 440085 $340,000

4. Wallpaper: When buyers see wallpaper, they think of another thing to add to their to-do list, says Dana. "Wallpaper is extremely personalized. What are the odds that the person walking in the door will also like that wallpaper that you picked out?".

5. Too many personal items: Cluttered homes make it difficult for buyers to see past the home owner’s belongings and start envisioning themselves there. "Anything that makes your house scream 'you' is what you don't want".

Source: Bankrate.com (June 10, 2013)

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RESIDENTIAL 1419 DIGBY PL., #107, MV

VACANT LAND $160,000

Cute 2 bedroom Maddox Creek condo in secure building with gated parking. Open kitchen & living area. In-unit laundry. Why rent when you can own?

Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #348813

2701 MARTIN RD, MV

$224,900

Zero lot-line luxury view townhome. All exterior maintenance & landscaping performed by HOA for carefree living. Top quality design & construction.

Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #348153 NE

$349,900

LOT 20, PRESSENTIN RANCH DRIVE, CNC $42,900

W NW Contemporary midcentury details! 3 Fantastic NE bedroom, 2 bath, 2680 SF Hillcrest home. Huge picture windows & private decks overlooking Skagit Valley. Call Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #485596

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Building lot in Skagit View Village. .91 acre, level & lightly treed. Water & power available. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #329347

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$205,000

Solid 4 bedroom home. Newer roof & vinyl windows. Formal dining/living rooms. Fenced backyard & covered patio. Corner lot. Photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #490442

1406 DIGBY PL., MV

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19693 COTTONTAIL LN, SDW

$378,000

Well-maintained 4 bedroom home on 5 acres with pond. New interior paint, new carpet in bonus room, oak kitchen with hardwood floors. Large entertaining deck. Quick access to I-5. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #496967

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4 BR home on 5.45 wooded acres. Vaulted ceiling living rm & main floor master. Deck, 3 car gar./workshop. Photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #489947 NE

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22058 BIG LAKE RD., MV

$319,725

1750 SF rambler with updated kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths. Huge SHOP w/3 bays, separate power meter. Situated on 2.4 acres just outside city limits.

Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #459726

23692 SAWYER LN, CL

12103 HILYNN DR., BRL

$345,000

Fantastic valley & Mt Baker views! 3600+ SF of living space including 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.

Cook’s kitchen w/granite & SS appliances. Mature landscaping, lots of parking. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #454392

1519 BRENTWOOD LN, MV

$348,500

Immaculate rambler with many extras. Large master & bath with jetted tub/shower. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths.

Stainless apps. Deck/patio & sun screened pergola.

Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #490125

$129,000

16457 DIKE RD., MV $525,000

Waterfront home & shop on 1.08 acre. 3 BR, 3 BA. Gorgeous lake/mt. views from kitchen/dining/great room. 50’ dock, 70’+/- waterfront. Huge 36x40 shop.

Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #491092

15211 MCLEAN RD, MV

$469,000

Great farmhouse & barn on 6.47 acres. Updated kitchen, family room, original hardwood floors in living & dining rooms. Garden area & pasture.

More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #496461

18639 QUAIL DR., MV

$695,000

Incredible home on 2 acres in Cascade Ridge with sweeping views of the sound & Olympics. 3500+ SF, 4 bedroom, 24’x40’shop. Quality finishes throughout. Backs up to greenbelt. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #470703

$339,000

3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1 acre in gated community. High-end touches thru-out. 1700+ SF of garage/shop/hobby space. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #486117

$125,000

Premium 1 acre building lot, cleared pasture, PUD water available, conventional perk. Beautiful mountain views. Possible owner terms. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #455634 Great setting for your dream home. 1 acre site in Bow. Level lot with soils analysis on file with wells in area that average 50-60 ft. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #359539

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$294,900

Meticulously maintained with master on the main level. Fenced & private with 1/3+ acre. Fantastic commuter location, just minutes to all amenities.

Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #496082

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NHN ERSHIG RD., BOW

18589 W. BIG LAKE BLVD, MV 21356 ROLLING RIDGE DR, SDW

$499,950

New const. in Creekside Meadows; 1 acre lots w/ shared interest in equestrian 68 AC parcel. Quality finishes. 3170 SF, 4 BR, 2 BA home. 3 car garage. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #495280

$84,900

Samish Island lot with view of the south sound.

The .62 acre lot sits back off the road. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #389280

$129,000

Level 3.29 acres of farmland. Perfect new home site. View of Mt Baker. Public water, power & a 1000 gallon septic on property. Call Alice Hanson at 7708791. #322893

3588 COLONY MOUNTAIN DR, BRL

23050/23054 STATE ROUTE 9, MV $139,000/$159,000 Beautiful water view lots overlooking Lake McMurray, wells in place, good soil logs. Just bring your house plans. Easy access to I-5 for commuters. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791.

15557 FLINN ROAD, BOW

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$249,000

10.5 acres above Blanchard with views of Puget Sound. Site plan complete. Creek on property. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #402925

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17598 $489,789 17598 TIFFANY TIFFANY WAY, WAY, MV MV $489,789 OPEN HOUSE SAT. JUNE 15, 12-3PM OH BANNER: OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, 12:00-3:00 Rare 1 level living in exceptional neighborhood. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Beautiful westerly views. 3 car garage with RV bay. Call Donna Rowell at 708-7984. #455383

310 LILAC DR, MV

$699,900

Unique contemporary home on an estate size property. 5000+ SF home built by Cheney Architects. Marble foyer leads to family room & kitchen.

Master suite has 2 full baths. Mt. Baker view. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #490028

$149,900

5-acre parcel in Bow with marketable timber. Water share has been paid; power stubbed at end of road. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #402936

$270,000

2 parcels approved for a 5-plex & tri-plex zero lotline view townhomes. All utilities including, power, water, sewer, stormwater & natural gas are stubbed in. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #450239

LOT 1 & 3, ERSHIG RD, BOW

$325,000

14.21 acres with a 1 acre plateau to build your dream home with views of Mt. Erie. Drilled well.

Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #359797

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15304 DECEPTION RD, ANA 1708 8TH STREET, ANA

$650,000

Beautiful Old Town 1907 classic w/ view. Features authentic updated kitchen and baths, granite countertops, wine fridge, quality cabinets & appliances. Private deck, 2-car garage. Close to beach, restaurants, and grocery stores. Colleen Craig 360770-9638 MLS#498977 NE

$229,000 4 CENTERVIEW DR, DECATUR

Affordable one-level, 1492 SF home in Dewey Beach neighborhood. Partial water & island views.

Lg. fenced .67 acre lot w/ gentle slope & southern exposure great for gardening, 2-car garage & shop area. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#498000 NE

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4607 SCHOONER DR, ANA

4808 GLASGOW WAY, ANA

$318,000

Wonderful NW-style home w/ open floorplan, vaulted ceilings, & wall of windows to San Juan Island views. 2500 SF main level living w/ 3bd 2.5 ba.

Features shop, storage, & large deck for entertaining. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#498775 W

$425,000

Guemes Island waterfront home! Cozy 1bd 1.5ba in peaceful setting with enchanting views. Heated 2-car garage/shop. Beach rights to 2 community coves for picnics and boating. Enjoy city lights, boat traffic, and amazing sunrises and sunsets. Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400 MLS#496342

627 SHUSHWAP LANE, LC

$285,000

Move-in ready home w/ character & charm! 4bd 3 ba, living room, kitchen & dining, plus rec room w/ wet bar. Private, fully fenced backyard; RV/boat prkg alongside. Blocks from forestlands and Cranberry Lake. Gina Davis 360-708-7794 MLS#498431

91 CHINOOK WAY, CENTER ISLAND

$49,000

Fixer cabin on very pretty, treed lot with power, water on site and dock, beach and airstrip access.

Value in the land. Seller financing. Sarah Jones 360333-2783 MLS#471108

$459,000

Charming beach living in 3bd 3ba Island House!

Gourmet kitchen w/ granite counters, walnut bar, and butler’s pantry. Hardwood floors, beautiful covered front porch, island views and more. Beach access and 4 parks in wonderful neighborhood.

Samantha Masaoka 360-770-0929 MLS#497826 NE

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$55,000

Very pretty lot with power and water at lot line.

Quiet location with easy access to airstrip, dock and beach. Seller financing available. Sarah Jones 360333-2783 MLS#493874

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$234,500

Beautiful home w/ 3bd 2.25ba. Vaulted ceiling, lg kitchen, updated appliances. Spacious trex deck, oversize 2-car garage, lg shop/studio, & garden area on private end of street. Community amenities: golf, swim, tennis, beach, parks & marina. Moorage possible. Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 MLS#472640

3819 W 5TH, ANA

3505 W 5TH, ANA

$49,500

This island lot is perfect for your “getaway” cabin, with septic design, power and water available. Dock & beach access. Seller financing. Sarah Jones 360333-2783 MLS#495374

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$395,500

Brand new rambler by Allen Construction. 3bd 2ba includes tasteful master suite w/ elegant bath & large walk-in closet. Central kitchen w/ walk-in pantry & jumbo bar. Covered porch entry, 3-car garage, & excellent west side location. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#476227

780 CHINOOK WAY, CENTER ISLAND

$199,000

Fun waterfront property with deck and stairs to beach and a small starter cabin with hot tub, wood stove and all utilities plus a shop. Sarah Jones 360333-2783 MLS#498525

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$50,000

All utilities are in . . . and the building site is ready to go. Bring your plans and build your island dream! Dock, beach, and airstrip. Sarah Jones 360333-2783 MLS#499607

893 PALOUSE PLACE, LC

$34,000

Build your dream home in gated community featuring 2 beaches, marina, parks, tennis, golf, pools, clubhouse, RV storage & more. Beautiful, lightly wooded lot is on a quiet cul-de-sac, comes w/ 2000 SF approved house plans. Samantha Masaoka 360770-0929 MLS#473207

1320 38TH ST, ANA

$126,500

Build your perfect home! Utilities in street. Existing monster garage/shop w/ newer siding & power currently located on property; perfect storage & work space during construction, or integrate into overall property plans. Owner will consider financing options. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#473654

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Buying Back the Nest Returning to your hometown to buy your parents’ house gives a new meaning to “homecoming”-

their parents.

This happens when parents want to move, but don’t want to go through a potentially lengthy sales process, Schumann explains. Children who buy can take away all the bother of preparing a home for sale.

While such a sale won’t require cleaning up for open houses and showings, Sometimes, familiarity breeds content. all the other aspects of sale between parents and an adult child should be There are young adult buyers who want “a home in the neighborhood they like a transaction with a third-party buyer. grew up in, “says Val Nunnenkamp of Prudential Fox and Roach in Marlton, “There is a temptation to [give the child] a sweetheart deal,” Schumann N.J. says. But unless the price is the fair market value, the IRS could look at the Typically, buyers want to return to their childhood neighborhood because it difference between market price and price paid as a gift. has good schools and because “they know what to expect from living there,” And, notes Schumann, state or local tax entities may come back and demand Nunnenkamp says. “They already are familiar with where to shop [and] what more real estate transfer taxes, based the homes are like in the area.” on what they know the fair market Buyers returning to their former turf usually like the homes there as well, value to be. – Marilyn Kennedy Melia Nunnenkamp adds, but that doesn’t mean they don’t want to remodel to meet their current needs.

Some buyers move not just back to the old neighborhood, but actually buy their home from their parents. Then, some re-decorating may be necessary, not just to reflect their own tastes, but to eliminate feeling like they are still ten years old, says Amy Goyer, the AARP home and family expert who herself bought her parents’ home.

Especially in the past troubled economy, Ralph Schumann, real estate attorney in Schaumburg, Ill., says he’s seen adult children purchasing from

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ASKByOUR BROKER Peter G. Miller SAVE THE FHA

ended “seller-assisted” downpayment programs and collected more than $1.2 billion in claims for allegedly improper loan originations.

What changes has the Federal Additionally, the Department of Housing Administration made Housing and Urban Development to protect the program against has now announced new changes losses? to the FHA program for 2013: • FHA loans above $625,500 There have been losses at the will require a 5 percent down FHA – but not as recent as the payment instead of 3.5 percent. public might think. Here’s what’s • The annual mortgage happening: insurance premium will be The FHA has been with us since increased by 0.10 percent for the 1930s. It provides mortgage most loans; however, for jumbo insurance for borrowers. Because loans above $625,500 with 5 of that, insurance lenders do not percent down, the increase will require 20 percent down for FHA be 0.05 percent. financing: Today, such loans are • The FHA mortgage premium usually available with 3.5 percent will be extended through the down for qualified borrowers. life of the loan. Currently, it Like all insurance plans, the automatically ends once 22 FHA sets aside much of the percent of the original loan insurance premiums it collects amount has been repaid. for reserves. However, FHA loans • A minimum debt-to-income originated between 2000 and (DTI) ratio of 43 percent will be 2009 produced massive losses required when borrower credit and greatly reduced reserve scores are below 620. (Today, the levels. Since then, new FHA loans average FHA borrower has a 696 have shown annual profits. In credit score.) other words, the system is still • The FHA will stop insuring suffering from loans made during fixed-rate “Standard” reverse the ‘boom’ era when standards mortgages, but fixed-rate and programs were different.

“Saver” reverse loans will remain To offset past losses, the FHA available. The difference? Lower has increased the required down up-front costs with the Saver – payment, dumped large numbers but only smaller amounts can be borrowed. of once-approved FHA lenders,

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1 bdrm. Safe & Quiet. 1 level, by Skagit Valley Hospital, newly remodeled. $695.

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2 very nice apts in MV 42 Bdrm, 1 Ba, MV, no pets/ plexes. Lower level. 2 bdrm, smoke, 1st, dep., background 2 ba, carport, $800 + $800 dep. 1 level. 2 bdrm, 1 ba, check. $795. 360-421-3870 carport, $700 + $700 dep.

Both no smoke/pets. W/S/G BEAUTIFUL LA CONNER pd. Background chk. 610APARTMENT Large sunny 3 BR, 2Bath plus 9860 lv msg. full laundry, walking distance MV 6 PLEX. 427 No. 21st St. to schools and downtown. Large 1 bdrm, 1 ba, new cabLovely back as well as front inets, deck, carport, central balcony.

Full spacious laundry, $695. mo. + $500 kitchen, living room and din- dep. 424-6974 ing room. Entire 2nd floor must see. Covered off-road parking $1200/month plus security and damage, includes water/garbage. Call 2 bdrm mobile in country, no (360) 840-4335. smoke, horse negot., $775, Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 Norris Place 757-3060 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd.

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Piazza Realty Property Burlington Business Park, Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT 720 sq. ft. office, 3000 sq. ft.

(7368) www.prpmrentals.com warehouse, loading dock 2 bdrm apt, in country, call for plus 12x14 drive in door, 22 ft details. S.W. Older 1+ bdrm high, $2600/mo NNN. Call Al Brown, 360-770-9877 mobile $745. + util. 661-0973 LaConner 504 Myrtle, 3 bdrm, 1 ba, 2 story, applcs, carport, storage shed, on corner lot, gas heat & water, $1100 + dep. 360-757-7346

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Private retreat-like residence on Whidbey Is. 133' pristine beachfront, sunsets, & Olympic views. This custom home features 5,000+/- sq ft, 5 bedrooms, 5 3/4 bath, 4 car garage, solarium, office/library, huge family room and master suite on main. Gated entry and north end with bridge access.

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Spectacular views of Rosario Bay! You'll soar with the eagles perched on your breathtaking home lookout point over Rosario and the waterfront. Needs remodeling but worth it! $599,000.

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OPEN HOUSE Sun., June 16, 1-3 1502 Traci Pl., MV

Mature landscaping surrounds this beautiful home.

Open concept kitchen & living rm & access to sunny decks for entertaining.

Features incl. AHS home warranty, upgraded trim & moldings, master suite with soaking tub & dual sinks, oversized garage, huge 6+person island, + 900 SF unfinished rm in daylight bsmt.

DolevOffered at $259,950 Hosted by Stephanie Henry Cell 360-661-6097 Soria Real Estate LLC

Small warehouse building with adjacent office space on its own lot in West Mount Vernon. Great buy at just $120,000. MLS# 482252 For more information and to schedule an appointment to view this property contact Jan Scally, BrownMcMillen Real Estate at 360-421-5160 or 360-7576013.

Hwy 20 to Reservation Rd, Right on Snee-Oosh Rd, Left on Mill Road Ln. Property is at the end of the road.

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$289,900 Well maintained rambler with many updates offers over 2100 sq. ft. with 70'X 30' detached shop on approx. 1 acre. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, spacious floor plan, all the appliances are included, gas fireplace and attached 2 car garage. Patio is ideal for relaxing or entertaining, lovely landscaping, nice views. RV hook ups. Shop has power & heat. MLS# 493971

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Nice, quiet, convenient neighborhood off Peterson Road.

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Separate guest house with it's own living, dining, bdrm, ba. Circular drive, no hassle with ferries. Just drive onto Samish Island.

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Hilltop location, wooded with a private drive way.

Beautifully landscaped with a great view of Cultus Mountain. 3330 sf, 4bd/3 full baths, Granite countertops with top quality appliances and built ins. Heat pump, fireplace and home generator system. Woodland setting w/pasture.

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2004 on 5 ac. w/open floor plan ceramic tile entry oak cabinets w/center island dinning area utility-pantry combo cedar deck w/sunsetter awning property goes to skagit river would make good horse property possible owner financing or trade $180,000.00 call dann 360-770-2840. crouchdann@yahoo.com

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Beautiful 3 bdrm custom home w/amazing views & parklike approach. Dock, boat launch & 75’ of lakefront! Vaulted ceilings, daylight basement and more!

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$489,900

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

17304 OLYMPIC PL., MT. VERNON $589,000

Easy I-5 & City w/ lush country feel.

Spacious 4500+SF w/many recent custom upgrades. Grand entrance w/ slate fls, patio amid shade trees, terraced garden, fruit trees/grape arbor.

Gourmet kitchen w/granite 5 burner stove, dual dw, pantry. Master w/luxury tub, tile w/in-shower heated flrs, dressing rm w/ built-ins, cozy sitting rm. .82 acre w/westerly views, 3 car w/rm RV park. Lg Downstairs could be MIL. Elva Hunter 360-202-3086 MLS#486780 $450,000 4008 H AVE., ANACORTES

Two 4-plex tracts for $150K ea & one 5-plex tract for $175K. Building Danya Wolf permit ready for 13 units. Or, admin. 360-708-8294 conditional use potential for prof/med offices.

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Bright kitchen w/ small island, beautiful fireplace w/propane insert, French drs to deck w/ bench seating & pond, garden area, skylights and lots of storage, hobby/craft area in garage, ample parking, laundry room w/ sink and pantry storage area.

Newer roof and exterior paint, greenhouse.

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$269,900 LOT #43 CENTER ST, CONCRETE

$11,100

3 building lots in area of lovely newer view homes. One lot has existing home; rent for $1000+ per month while you build on the other two! All utilities in. MLS# 484530

Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983

23504 PRINGLE ST.,CLEARLAKE $260,000

Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983

Spacious rambler in beautiful, established neighborhood.

Bamboo flrs, w-to-w carpet, vinyl upgrades. Remodeled, gourmet kitchen w/ place for double ovens built into design. Sandy Everett Lg fenced yard w/ raised garden 360-202-3706 beds, separate RV prkg. MLS#497076

Beautiful low bank 50’ waterfront lot. Spectacular sunsets; views of Straits of Georgia and White Rock.

Great crabbing and clamming. Just the place for your dream home on Semiahmoo Bay. MLS#440315

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1802 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON

$129,000

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Spacious living all one level!

Plenty of space (1 ac)with lovely home at end of long driveway.

Large rooms complete with nice carpet throughout. Great garden potential! Across street from Skagit River. MLS#447728 LOT #42 CENTER STREET, CAPE HORN

Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

Beautiful, large lot in Eaglemont Golf Course Community. Close to clubhouse w/fabulous views, dining & full fitness facility.

Complete plans for beautiful home on this lot are negotiable. John Hunter 360-202-3854 MLS#475295

$11,000 821 DANA DR., SEDRO-WOOLLEY

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$1,350/MO

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Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

360.424.0300 12

Spacious 3 BR 2 BA. Master suite features full bath w/ jetted-tub & walk-in closet, easy access to backyard thru private entry. Fully fenced yard. Walking distance to City Library, City Park, Medical facility & Elementary School. Jessie Cavazos 360-770-5623 MLS# 488112

Possible building lot. Check w/ Skagit Co Planning Dept for building requirements. Has large evergreens & maples. Water hook-up paid for. Community beach & river access. Lot prone to flooding in winter. MLS#484374

Suzanne Jenkins 360-941-2983

Corner Lot with large cedars and other large trees. Possible to build on.

Needs critical area study, flood development plan, septic design.

Water is to lot. RV lot. There is a community beach and river access. Lot is prone to flooding in Suzanne Jenkins winter. MLS# 483045 360-941-2983

Spacious rambler in beautiful, established neighbrhd. Bamboo flrs, wall-to-wall carpet & vinyl upgrades. Remodeled, gourmet Sandy Everett kitchen. Lg fenced yd w/ raised 360-202-3706 garden beds! Separate RV prkg.

Non-refundable $45 background & credit check fee w/ application. First mo rent & $1350 deposit due at move in. MLS#497083

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

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June 14, 2013