Real Estate Weekly | March 13, 2015

RE-Weekly.com REAL ESTATE IN SKAGIT, ISLAND AND WHATCOM COUNTIES

INSIDE RE-Weekly This Issue

Q & A: ASK OUR BROKER P. 4

THE VALUE ASSESSMENT P. 9

CLASSIFIEDS P. 1011

FEATURE HOME: 1087 Digby Rd., MOUNT VERNON Elva Hunter, Skagit Tradition Realty

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$434,000 (360) 424-0300

A supplement to the Skagit Valley Herald and the Anacortes American

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Q & A: Ask Our Broker

P. 4

The Value Assessment

P. 9

Classifieds

P. 10-11

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320 S Burlington Blvd • Burlington www.SkagitValleyRealEstate.com (360) 755-9494 • (800) 775-0153

W NE

Hamilton $139,950 NO FLOOD ZONE! 3 BR, 2 BA, doublewide. Located East of Sedro-Woolley. Situated on nearly 2/3 acre.

Home includes kitchen upgrade & more. Land is flat, useable & produces an excellent garden.

MLS #722328 Call Ron, 333-1045

Sedro-Woolley $159,500 Wonderful traditional home. 4 BR, 1.5 BA. Beautifully updated w/new flooring & paint. Detached shop/garage. This home is move in ready.

MLS #644414 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

W NE

Mount Vernon $435,000 Meticulous attention to detail. Custom built home.

Gorgeous entry w/high ceilings. Open floor plan. 6 BR, 4 BA, 4,650 SF. Immaculate kitchen w/granite counters & heated tile floors. Master ste w/walk-in closet & jetted tub. Covered deck, plus plenty of parking. MLS #651845 Call Ivana, 770-3550

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

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Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Introducing New Broker Jennifer Baker I am a graduate of the University of Washington and member of local & national associations of REALTORS. I am raising my three children in the beautiful Skagit County surrounded by their aunts, uncles, grandparents and cousins. I worked in the medical field for many years and am very excited to start my career as a Professional Real Estate Agent. I look forward to helping you with your real estate needs.

Sedro-Woolley $199,500 Classic home, move-in ready. Fantastic updated kitchen w/custom tile. Upgraded appliances. Coved ceilings & beautiful beadboard abound. 2 bdrms, 1 lg. updated bath. Lg. shop/garage 24 x 26. Pvt. fenced yard w/fruit trees & raised garden bed & more. MLS #751066 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Mount Vernon $595,000 Lovely Bayview home with waterview. Situated on 2.7 ac w/ views of Padilla Bay & Olympic Mtns.

Open sunny floor plan, lg. kitchen, granite & more.

Lg. master suite w/jetted tub on the entire 2nd floor. 3,120 SF home with lots of storage! Hay & RV space w/ loafing shed for horses. MLS #753801 Call Kirk, 770-7470

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

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Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mount Vernon $1200/month Plus deposit. Newer 2 BR, 1.75 BA home. Open living/kitchen area. Washer/dryer hook-ups w/ utility sink. Lg. 2 car attached garage. Small pet negotiable w/ non-refundable fee. 12 month lease required.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

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Maggie deSouza 610-8413

Ayla Contois 610-1652

Kenny Sides 982-3400

Shelley Sides 472-1873

Jennifer Baker 220-1526

Steph Vervaart Property Mgmt Assistant

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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A House That Won’t Rent Question: I recently moved from a house that I own to a new house with my boyfriend. I thought I would easily rent my house. The house is now empty, and I do not know what to do. I can’t continue to pay the mortgage without rental income. What happens if I want to sign the deed back over to the bank?

Answer: If you give the keys back to the bank you will lose title to the home. This will surely result in a massive credit ding that will make it very difficult to get financing for a home or car for the next few years.

Moreover, depending on your jurisdiction and the specifics of your situation, the bank may be able to come after you for any unpaid mortgage balance once the property is sold off.

Giving up ownership is likely the worst option. The better choice if possible is to hold on to the property and look at your long-term goal – more equity and income.

You intended to rent the property, so let’s assume the unit is safe, habitable and suitable for a tenant.

It has not quickly rented and that brings us to the first problem: You can’t be in the rental business without cash reserves to support you when there are vacancies and repairs.

Next, there’s the matter of why the property did not rent. If the issue is condition, the property must be brought up to the local standard. If the issue is price, that can be resolved by lowering the rental rate.

However, rental demand is strong throughout the country. Less supply means higher rentals – and that’s good news for real estate owners.

If we assume you have a rentable property in a market with limited options for tenants, then the real questions are price and exposure. The preferred best step is to speak with local real estate brokers and get the property rented at the best-available market rate.

Yes, there will be a fee, but a fee is cheap compared to a vacancy.

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ASK OUR BROKER

By Peter G. Miller

A broker will be able to help you properly price the rent, acquire a tenant and, perhaps, even manage the property. In speaking with brokers look for individuals active in the area where the property is located and who now handle single-family rentals.

Meanwhile, there’s the issue of your short-term finances. If keeping the house makes any sense – and most likely it does – then find new sources of income to get you past this period, say a part-time job for a few months.

If for some reason giving up title to the property still seems attractive then speak with an attorney to better understand the implications of such a choice.

Also, speak with local housing groups – they may be able to help and might even know potential tenants.

Your Dream Home.

Our Skagit County Home Loan Team.

Brett Lloyd Anacortes NMLS# 493147

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Carolyn Lloyd-Whitney Holly Peterson Mount Vernon Mount Vernon NMLS# 487364

NMLS# 526854

Jennifer Thompson Mount Vernon

Lynda Nelson Mount Vernon

NMLS# 487362

NMLS# 522402

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FEATURE HOME FROM COVER:

NORTH PUGET SOUND ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® 525 East College Way, Suite J

Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Tel. (360) 416-4902

1087 DIGBY RD., MOUNT VERNON

www.npsar.com

$434,000

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

Brandon Koetje Memorial Scholarship The North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® is currently accepting applications for the Brandon Koetje Memorial Scholarship.

Elva Hunter 360.202.3086

Spacious, circular drive to patio, level entry. Quality built & designed w/ vaulted ceilings, covered deck. Main master w/dbl closet/BA & 2 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

The scholarship was established in honor of Brandon Koetje in 1992. Applications must be received no later than May 15, 2015 for the 2015-2016 school year.

Applications can be found at www.npsar.com or call the North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® at (360) 416-4902.

Mission Statement: The Nor th Puget Sound Association of Realtor s advocates for Realtors and their clients, provides services to help members prosper, and promotes the protection of property rights.

360.757.6013 800.869.7084

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

NEW PRICE WEST MT. VERNON CONDO… nice 2 Br, 2 Ba unit with 1255sf of living space. One car garage, good rural setting #750332 $138,950.

MINI FARM ON DAY CREEK… 1536 sf farmhouse w/4Br, 1 Ba. on 2.9 acres east of Sedro-Woolley. 1520 sf shop & barn w/lean to. Unfinished dry basement area . $265,000. #745097 GREAT 1ST STREET LOCATION… in Mt Vernon, 2 story bldg. In excellent condition. Separate entrances, extra storage space. $430,000. #658726 LEVEL 4 ACRE PARCEL… zoned Multi-family within the City of Mt. Vernon. Potential for various housing development, close to college, schools & medical. $180,000. #693883 WATERFRONT LOT… on beautiful Big Lake,290’WF. Includes home plans & bldg permit. All utilities in Street.

Sunny side of lake. Possible owner terms. $375,000. #480557

Jodi Dynes Terri Heyntsen Holly Hilts

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333-7783 391-0938 661-5538

BIG LAKE CUSTOM HOME!… Rare 4 Br, 2.25 Ba, 3 car garage with beautiful extras, full daylight basement & lg entertainment room. $375,000. #723573 21 ACRE BLDG SITE… in rural area,close to town of Sedro-Woolley. Lots of road frontage, could be split into multiple lots. Possible owner contract. $99,500 #727209 COMMERCIAL SITE… in excellent Mount Vernon location, paved street w/all utilities available and drainage installed. $437,000 #676549 BURLINGTON DUPLEX… 3 Br, 2 Ba main house and small efficiency apartment for the right investor, always rented. $207,000 #733489 APPROVED BUILDING PERMIT… already on this nice secluded one acre bldg. Lot near Big Lake. $124,500. #722459 TOP OF THE HILL… 20 acres on Bacus Hill w/water & electric available. Panoramic views to south & west. $69,500.#600802

Tim Reichert Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman

391-5587 202-2859 661-0145

GREAT SHOP… 1.46 acres with 2 BR home and a really nice 30’X36’ finished shop building. $115,000. #707863 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME… gently sloped 1.7 acre lot w/lake & mtn views. Choose your plans & build. Utilities in street. $125,000. #700679 SAMISH ISLAND BEAUTY… fully remodeled, open floor plan, 3 Br., 1.75 Ba., Flagstone patio, partial view, garage w/shop & office loft. $339,000. #723301 READY TO BUILD… 31 Lots in Nookachamp Hills near Big Lake. Water, Sewer, electric & Nat’l gas to each lot.

Priced from $84,000-$145,000. # 746424 -#746695 20 ACRES WITH VIEW… Fronting on a gravel road with water & electricity available, bargain priced $79,500. #600682 GREAT BLDG SITE… 17 acres in very private setting near Mount Vernon. Already has issued bldg permit. $239,500. #594939

Tod LeHecka Fritz Inman Jan Scally

333-1032 661-0147 421-5160

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BUILT AS A B&B… 4.87 acres fully fenced, beautifully maintained, ready for animals, 36X32 barn & outbuildings. Home or Lodge has 5 Br, mstr on main + 2 other sleeping rooms. Great price $585,000. #735543 20 ACRES… of gently sloping land just 3 miles from freeway, half pastures & includes good well w/pd Bldg Permit $229,500. #741820 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 BE YOUR OWN LANDLORD… cute 1100 sf Burlington home, convenient in town location, lots of character, partially fenced yard. Buy now! $120,000. #748602 ATTENTION HANDYMAN… this fixer has great potential. One level open kitchen, large dining area, sunken living rooms, 3 Br., 1.75 Baths Located on a cul-de-sac, close to schools, town & medical. $147,500. #749327

Ron Wortham 661-1500 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Dave Parsons 391-4008

Galen Kindred

770-7083

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www.WindermereSkagit.com RESIDENTIAL 2610 E SECTION, ST #117, MV

$56,000

Well maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home in Little Mountain Estates. Huge walk in closet, kitchen with pantry & breakfast nook. Large back yard with raised garden beds & fruit trees. New paint inside. Attached 1 car garage. Call Nathan Loeb, 3337197 #741025 NE

17368 OLYMPIC PL, MV W NE

11369 FOXFIRE LN, SW 21075 WILDWOOD PL, SW

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735 CASCADE PALMS CT, SW

310 CHERRY ST, BURLINGTON

$115,000

Cute 2 bedroom home in Burlington with a huge yard. Some fir floors nice sized living area & close to everything. This is a Fannie Mae Homepath home.

Call Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 or Karine Anderson, 4211189 #751214

7393 RIETZE ST, CONCRETE

$128,900

Quiet & serene home located near downtown with many upgraded features like a large open floor plan, spacious kitchen with beautiful cabinetry, newer propane stove, newer floors, large master bedroom, & 2 generous sized secondary bedrooms. Out back there is a wood. Large garage. Call Tiffany Danley, 360-2984857 or Shawn Danley, 360-488-3858 #731652

2540 E BLACKBURN RD, MV

$133,500

1940’s Bungalow Style home on large lot. 2 beds 1.75 baths. This Fannie Mae home has several out buildings, mature trees, & tons of possibility! Call for your showing today! Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #750978

$155,000

Hard to find single story end unit with a garage in a 55+ adult community. Well maintained & like new, large kitchen pantry, separate den/office off kitchen, neutral colors & large master suite with walk-in closet. Close to all the city amenities, come & enjoy the wonderful town of Sedro-Woolley. Call Deborah McNeal, 707-8073 #749682

46303 FOREST PLACE, CONCRETE

$145,999

Fannie Mae owned home located in Shelter Bay Community. Cute 2 bedroom with finished area in basement for a den office or bonus room. Nice backyard & separate garage. New paint, flooring appliances. Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zhalis, 391-5075 #734172

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903 ORANGE AVENUE, BURLINGTON

$169,950

Ready now for a new family! Clean & freshly painted with a spacious kitchen & dining room. Sunny living room with a slider to a big deck area overlooking the back yard.

Totally fenced yard plus a garage/shop area. Call Robin Luif, 420-2026 #754018

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$224,900

Lovely 5 Acre property on quiet county lane. 3 Bed, 2 bath home w/large office or studio space. Newer roof, well maintained home. Level acreage, fruit trees, garden space or pasture. Call Cindy Sullivan, 941-9443 #752104 NE

15255 S BLANCHARD RD, BOW

2018 SANDALWOOD CT, MV

$235,000

All the hard work is done! New roof, int. & ext. paint, new doors & trim, stainless steel appliances, nice fenced backyard with deck off dining. 1704 SF, 3 bedroom, 2-3/4 bath, 2 car garage. More photos & information at HYPERLINK “http://SkagitValleyHomes.com/” SkagitValleyHomes. com. Bill & Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446 #754374

6437 STATE ROUTE 9, SW

$259,500

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 NE

17400 W BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

$224,900

Nice home in Big Lake, offering 1800sqft of open living with 3bds/2bths. Full acre with 28x24 heated shop plus additional storage shed. Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 #752998

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360-421-4111 360-770-9427 360-421-4446 360-941-9443 360-708-5030 425-319-7091

Deborah McNeal Dick Nord Donna Rowell Elizabeth Miller George Bellos Harry Ota

360-707-8073 360-661-6529 360-708-7984 360-420-3607 360-708-9762 360-708-3500

Jake Koetje Jamie Yantis Jannette Krieger Jeri Lee Jim Glackin Jim Koetje

360-466-8045 360-540-5264 360-708-0233 425-239-1382 360-428-2828 360-202-2500

18416 VALENTINE RD, MV

$499,999

Beautiful 3500+ SF estate home on PRIVATE 5 acres overlooking the LaConner flats & Rainbow Bridge.

Built in 1987, this 3 bedroom, 4.25 bath home features all the charm of yesteryear, plus the convenience & low maintenance of a new home. LaConner school district, not in flood plain. Call Megan O’Bryan, 7085817 #746814

215 LILAC DR, MV

$739,900

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

$259,900

A nature lover’s dream! Private access to Grandy Creek in this 5 acre park like setting in Birdsview. Nice 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,176 SF home with tons of natural light, 2+ car shop, potting shed, huge veg. garden, trails, & more. More photos & information at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #748235

Josh Scott Karen Beckner Karine Anderson Lee Ann Dean Linda Eastman Margy Furst

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360-708-1010 360-840-9455 360-421-1189 360-421-3082 360-202-4075 360-488-3458

$499,000

63 acres in lovely 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. Call Margy Furst, 488-3458 #689565

Accountability Matters at Win Call Amie Mani a

NMLS ID# 404665 | WA-CL 713524 Branch Manager / Mortgage Consultant Windermere Mortgage Services Series LLC/Skagit Valley

Windermere Real Estate/Skagit Valley • 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon • (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939 Sherry Johansen

Balisa Koetje Becky Elde Bill Krieger Cindy Sullivan Dave Patterson David Mani

$469,900

Gorgeous views of Skagit Bay through floor to ceiling windows! Custom 2,647sf home with 4 bed 2 bath with community beach access. Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 #744129

8263 EMMANUEL LANE, CONCRETE

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$450,000

Beautiful home in secluded area. Hardwood floors & the kitchen is very large & open to the dining area, lots of storage. Gazebo has cozy fire pit & power.

Stone fireplace & pellet stove to keep you warm in the winter. Vaulted ceilings & large windows. 3 car garage.

RV hook ups. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #724109

17075 ISLAND VIEW LANE, LA CONNER

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$159,900

Beautiful home w/ open floor plan, fir floors & original woodwork plus high ceilings. 3 bdrms, 1 bath, plus an office. Large patio entry. Unfinished basement, newer wood stove. Just over half an acre with fruit trees & a fenced yard. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #690095

Regardless of the result, if you won’t recommend us…we failed.

696 SHELTER BAY DR, LA CONNER

$399,900

Spectacular sunset views from this spacious rambler in Skyridge. Mid-Century masterpiece offering 3847sqft of living & 1 acre of mature landscape. Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 #708629

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Megan O’Bryan Nathan Loeb Rita Ingram Robin Lee Luif Sarah Minton Shawn Danley

360-708-5817 360-333-7197 360-708-8338 360-420-2026 360-770-3076 360-488-3858

Spencer Roozen Tahlia Honea Tasha Zahlis Tiffany Danley Travis Miller Warren Bingham

360-708-3636 360-708-0634 360-333-5815 360-391-5075 360-298-4857 360-420-7291 360-770-2421

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3810 WEST 12TH ST, ANA

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11942 NEW MORNING DR, ANA

$849,000

Beautiful Northwest quality custom 4250 SF home on a 1.14 acre lot in the desirable Fidalgo Bay Estates gated community. This home sits on top of a ridge with wonderful views of Padilla Bay and the Cascade Mtns. Great room has a high ceiling and a wall of windows which brings in views and light.

Quality finishes throughout: Fir trim, Brazilian Cherry floors, stone fireplace, granite counters.

Large gourmet kitchen with cherry cabinets, island, pantry. Main level living and open floor concept.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 749831

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5203 MARITIME CT, ANA

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$819,000

Magnificent views of the surrounding San Juan Islands, sparkling water & dynamic boating activity from this stunning Rock Ridge custom home. Elegant dining & living room are connected with butler’s bar; balanced by the warm & inviting gourmet kitchen with huge island & cozy eating nook for relaxation. Lavish master suite has a personal retreat office/den all with dramatic views. Family room with wet-bar, 2 additional bedroom & office down. 700 SF finished shop & gorgeous landscaping.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 750542 NE

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5003 KINGSWAY, ANA

$435,000

This delightful view home in the center of Skyline has key living on the main level & a huge shop/ garage w/driveway access that will WOW anyone looking for this kind of space. House needs some updating but the integrity of original construction is evident. Tile roof, newer decks, recent painting of the exterior. Carport for easy access parking for your day to day use & shop/garage with overhead lift, separate heat, electrical & shop layout for multiple uses or expansion. Newer Heat pump too.

Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 747534

5058 TOTEM TRAIL, GUEMES ISL

www.AnacortesRealEstate.com

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$599,000

View home, 2867 SF. 3 bedrooms 2-1/2 bath home with American Cherry floors. Spacious gourmet kitchen with professional Viking gas range, cherry cabinets & granite countertops. Large master suite with master bath, soaking tub & 2 walk-in closets.

Fully finished lower level with family room & 2 bedrooms.

Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 | Buzz Ely 360.202.4626 MLS# 753264

ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

$218,000

This beautiful large view lot is located on the desirable Western side of Guemes Island. Enjoy stunning views of Cypress Island and the Bellingham Channel. The lot is cleared & gently sloping.

Power is at the property and there is a water hook up with Potlatch Community Water Co. There is already a small tool shed on the property for storing your tools while you build your dream get-away.

This property includes an undivided interest in the beach tidelands with two accesses to West beach.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 749868

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OPEN HOUSE: SATURDAY 3/14, 3-5PM & SUNDAY 3/15 1-4PM 4611 SCHOONER DR, ANA

$449,000

Looking for a cottage by the sea? The Beach House plan is the quintessential cottage in desirable San Juan Passage. ‘Lives large’ for a smaller cottage foot print with open great room floor plan, cathedral ceilings & walls of windows. Lovely finishes w-rich hard woods, slab granite and mouldings. Nice private areas w-Large Master Bed and Bath & Guest Room tucked to the back of the plan. Charming outdoor spaces w-covered front porch & back patio. The perfect coastal retreat!

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 741633

313-315 MORRIS ST, LC 4619 DEVONSHIRE DR, ANA

$125,000

A little bit of sunshine. This 3 bedroom 1 and 3/4 bath home is very spacious. Updated tile kitchen with skylight and lots of elbow room, master bedroom includes a tile shower and large closet.

Home also has an enclosed porch for extra space and a shop. 2 storage sheds outside and your backyard extends into large green belt/park. Skyline amenities are Tug Boat Park, RV hook ups, tennis courts, Cabana and Beach Club. Dues are $140 a yr.

Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS# 750376

$799,000

Great investment opportunity on 30,560 SF lot bordered on 3 sides by improved streets. 5,776 SF of restaurant/office & retail space fully leased. North portion of the property fronts 153 feet on Center Street. Plans for 4 townhome units have been discussed with La Conner administrator & with a conditional use this would provide additional income to an already good income producing property.

North side of property currently has mobile home & storage building.

John Prosser Jr. 360.202.3891 MLS# 751588

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes Properties • 3018 Commercial Ave • Anacortes • (360) 293-8008 • (800) 327-5291 Bill Robillard Buzz Ely Caroline Baumann Catherine Mers Cheryl Frazier

360-770-4707 360-202-4626 360-202-7327 360-982-6831 360-202-4789

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Colleen Craig Colleen Sargent Cynthia Aanestad Debbie Macy Gina Davis

360-770-9638 360-202-2155 360-610-0120 360-391-2422 360-708-7794

Jack Dixon Jackie Stone Jessica Notaro Joan Handelmann John Prosser

360-941-5000 360-661-2247 360-202-1441 360-202-4800 360-202-3891

Judy Moore Kathy Rogers Kristi Gabrielse Leigh Zwicker Linda Macy

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360-770-3515 360-941-4400 360-420-3319 360-333-9975 360-708-8284

Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 Nate Scott 360-708-2354 Paul Necco 360-770-5989 Paul Weisz 360-391-7281 Rebecca Chamberlain 360-421-5021

Rick Bennett 360-202-2630 Samantha Masaoka 360-421-5021 Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 Troy Williams 360-708-4923

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SANDI RILEY

SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

North Homes Realty Inc. 360.424.2100 • www.century21northhomes.com OPEN HOUSES SATURDAY 1-4: 11010 Gundersen Ln., Burlington 3 bdrms, 2.5 bths $214,000 SUNDAY 1-3: 16125 Mountain View Dr., MV 3 bdrms, 1.75 bths $409,000 SUNDAY 1-4: 2610 E Section St. #78, MV 3 bdrms, 2 bths $82,500 344 W. Alder Dr., Glenhaven 3 bdrms, 3 bths $259,000 For details & directions,

visit openhouse.com

$26,900

MLS#751821

$309,900

• 3 bdrm rambler • Large fenced yard • Energy efficient • Jetted tub • Updated charmer • One of the finest • Open floor plan • Surround sound Duane Gish 770-9299 George Herner 840-3743 Jackie Lindeman 770-9080 Karl Morse 395-5405 Larry Lundeen 982-0447 Margie Ernst 708-3198

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• LOVELY 1999 MARLETTE” W/GARAGE/CARPORT & FINISHED SHOP • 3 BD., 2 BA., LG. FAMILY RM. & LIVING RM., “OAK” KITCHEN • GAS HEAT, A/C, TREX DECK W/ WHEEL CHAIR RAMP, 55+ LIVING AT IT’S BEST!

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Sandi Riley 770-8670

$409,000

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OPEN HOUSE SUN. 1-3:00 SHARON S. 661-6164

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CALL LARRY L. 982-0447

• 4 bdrm country home • 1 full acre, • Mountain views • Fruit trees

• SOLID “OLDIE BUT GOODIE” TRADITIONAL W/1 “VIEW” ACRE! • PARK- LIKE SETTING W/FRUIT TREES, LG. GARDEN AREA, • PATIO + DECK • 4 BD., 1.5 BA., DOUBLE GARAGE W/SHOP AREA, GREAT PRICE!

HOME BUYERS CLASS: March 18, 6:30pm-8:30 pm Free • No obligation

2725 E. FIR ST. “PARK VILLAGE” MT. VERNON

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Sandi Hocking 708-1523 Sandi Riley 770-8670 Sharon Stokes 661-6164 Shelley Camacho 708-4377 Tamara Cooper 630-9127 Traci Cypher 708-9481

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• AFFORDABLE 55+ LIVING AT IT’S BEST, QUIET FRIENDLY PARK “LIFESTYLE”! • UPDATED 2 BEDROOM, 1.75 BATH W/NEWER VINYL WINDOWS & FURNACE • GORGEOUS LANDSCAPING, CLOSE TO CLUBHOUSE W/ACTIVE SOCIAL CALENDAR!

• WALK TO HILLCREST PARK & JEFFERSON SCHOOL, NEAR MEDICAL SERVICES! • GAS HEAT, GAS FPL. IN FAMILY RM., NEWER VINYL WINDOWS, FENCED YD. • TRADITIONAL 3 BED., 1.75 BA. CEDAR/BRICK TRIM RAMBLER, OVERSIZE GARAGE!

CALL SANDI R. 770-8670 • APPROX. 1+- ACRE, PARTIALLY FENCED, ONE OF THE LAST “IN TOWN” BUILDING SITES • POTENTIAL FOR “UP TO” 6 RESIDENTIAL UNITS AS PER BURLINGTON PLANNING DEPARTMENT • GREAT LOCATION NEAR PARK/SCHOOLS/SERVICES, MOTIVATED SELLER!

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THE VALUE ASSESSMENT Home sales live and die by the price, which is why the appraiser is vital to the transaction

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hey’re called “risk mitigators.” Or the “value man”/ “value woman.” Some know them as “invisible protectors” because they remain unknown to the buyer. Whatever the moniker, a property appraiser provides an important part of the homebuying process: an unbiased opinion of a property’s true market worth. And that’s worth a lot more than people give it credit.

Appraisals provide a third-party perspective on a home’s value that gives buyers, sellers and lenders peace of mind that the transaction makes sense to all parties involved. The appraisal safeguards buyers from purchasing a residence that’s worth less than they’re offering to pay, and it protects the lender from getting stuck with losses on a property that’s worth less than its investment, should the lender be forced to take possession of the home.

“Home appraisals exist and are needed to ensure that there is appropriate collateral for the bank to lend on,” says Matthew Talacko, an appraiser in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. “Appraisals, when properly used, are a risk-mitigation tool that is used to determine loan-to-value ratios and risk, which affects interest rates.”

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An appraisal is ordered by the lender if financing is involved or can be ordered by the purchaser if it’s a cash purchase. If ordered by the lender, it goes through an appraisalmanagement company to ensure an unbiased process. The value of an appraisal generally is valid for a six-month period.

Appraisal prices can cost from $300 to $700 or more. The seller may choose to reimburse the buyer for the appraisal cost through a concession at closing.

Since new “code of conduct” industry regulations were adopted following the financial crisis a few years ago, lenders and loan originators are not allowed to pick the appraiser or contact them directly when certain non-FHA/VA loans, such as those backed by Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae, are involved. These rules were put in place to protect borrowers from appraisal fraud and protect appraisers from pressure to inflate home values.

“Once the buyer pays [for the appraisal], the lender submits the order to the appraisal management company, who randomly chooses the appraiser and contacts them with the order,” says Spencer Llewellyn, founder of a Houstonbased mortgage information site. “Once

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The appraisal process itself takes several hours to complete. To determine value, appraisers generally use three different approaches – cost, sales comparison and income.

“The appraisal process is all about understanding the comparable homes in the area as compared to the subject property,” says Brian Brunhofer of Deerfield, Illinois. “Things they consider include location in a community, lot size, lot features, age and square footage of the home, room count, basement and garage type, and age and quality of the interior and exterior features of the home.”

To better ensure that the appraisal process goes smoothly, first-time buyers are recommended to have the home professionally inspected to determine if any major repairs are needed before ordering an appraisal.

“The appraiser should be provided with a list of improvements that were recently completed on the property,” Talacko says. If there are unique features to the property, that should also be described to the appraiser.”

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Minimum bid of $130,000 is requested. For additional information and bidding instructions contact the WSU Real Estate Office. 509335-4021

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3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, new doublewide Marlette, with 5 year mfg. warranty, large master Bdrm w/full bath & walk in closet, dining & living rooms, large kitchen & pantry, many upgrades, efficient gas heat, nice lot with sun deck. Located in Carriage Estates, a well maintained, quiet, 55+, security/gated community, with clubhouse, RV storage, paved roads & sidewalks. A country setting, yet convenient to shopping, I-5, medical facilities, Gateway to Cascades, San Juans and bus stop. 360856-4054

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4725 MONTE VISTA PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

$372,500

1419 E COLLEGE WAY, MOUNT VERNON $850 TRIPLE NET COMMERCIAL LEASE

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$155,000

1911 ARTHUR PLACE, MOUNT VERNON

Shirley Bertholf 360-840-1863

$159,500

Fantastic Opportunity! Handicap accessible; fresh paint; newly remodeled, updated wiring and plumbing; 3 offices.

Danya Wolf

Spectacular lake view and stunning sunsets seen from this lot, located on the east (sunny) side of the lake! Property is in an area of beautiful homes and is located directly north of Big Lake Bar & Grill parking lot. Buyer to verify square footage and utility availability. PUD water available in street. MLS# 670146

1802 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON

2410 CRUSE RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY

360-708-8294

$129,000

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Generous sized, fenced yard. Zero lot line property shares wall with neighbor to the west (1911 Arthur Place). Separate tax parcels. New roof. MLS# 31941

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Mount Vernon Hill location on extra deep lot; nicely maintained home, New roof; gated and spacious, fenced yard. Zero lot line property. shares wall with neigbor to the east (1913 Arthur Place). Separate tax parcels. NOT A SHORT SALE!!!

MLS# 31949

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

Remodeled. Open floor plan, newer windows, newer roof, new furnace, lots of room. Great for livestock and berry growing; cross fenced pasture; approx. 15 acres in hay; 2 barns, lower barn has tack room. 20x50 Green house w/power and water. 6 apple trees, 3 plum, 2 Asian pear, 1 peach tree, raspberries and Suzanne Jenkins blueberries. MLS#710460 360-941-2983

14678 STATE ROUTE 9, MOUNT VERNON

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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 Suzanne Jenkins Resort. MLS# 726000 360-941-2983 LAKE WHATCOM WATERFRONT • NEW PRICE

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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

Corner Lot. Living room with gas fireplace, formal dining, kitchen with eating area and lots of cabinets. Backyard fenced, beautifully landscaped yard. Built as an adult family home. Great income potential! MLS# 31951

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Beautiful recreational lot at Lake Tyee resort with 38’ 1978 Golden Falcon park model with 2 tip outs.

Roof covers trailer and large deck. Sandy Everett Lot is a very short walk from the 360-202-3706 resort’s club house, private lake beach access, swimming pool, fishing, & picnic area. Gated entry to the resort from convenient, paved County road.

MLS# 695947

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Beautiful, peaceful setting. Imagine waking up each morning to spectacular views of Sauk Mountain, the Cascades, Shirley Bertholf Skagit River & the valley below...! Enjoy 360-840-1863 privacy in a park-like atmosphere w/ MULTI-FAMILY panoramic views. Close to town. Nice hiking through forest w/cedar groves. What more could you ask for? Multifamily Build-to-Suit; up to 13 units possible; we build or you build;

conditional use potential for professional/medical offices; All utilities, includes storm retention pond MLS# 751314

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Eaglemont EAGLEMONT Golf Course Community, some of the best views of the Golf Course and Mt. Baker. Wonderful open floor plan, w/lg. master suite on main level, Elva Hunter walk-in closet, lrg kitchen granite 360-202-3086 counters/gas fireplaces, siding door to covered deck to outdoor entertaining! Den/Office w/french doors.

Downstairs 2 bdrms, full ba, large rec room & plenty of storage. 2 plans to choose from or work with builder for your special design ! MLS# 476375

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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

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