Real Estate Weekly March 22 2019

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Share and share alike

The IRS wants its cut of home sharing profits P. 4

THE GREAT UNKNOWNS

It’s important to research the neighborhood before you buy P. 6

Classifieds P. 7

MARCH 22 - 28, 2019

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Share and Share Alike............P. 4

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The IRS wants its cut of home sharing profits

The Great Unknowns.............P. 6 It’s important to research the neighborhood before you buy

Classifieds...............................P. 7

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BURLINGTON

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

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www.SkagitValleyRealEstate.com

OPEN HOuSE, SAT. 3/23 1-3PM 4300 BRYCE DRIVE, ANACORTES

$485,000

ARLINGTON

$303,999

Directions: From Commercial, turn L onto 12th St., it becomes Oakes Ave., Cont. on Sunset, then turn L onto Anaco Beach Rd., then turn L onto Bryce Dr. Completely remodeled rambler.

2 Master Br’s - 1 w/F.P. + private deck. 3 BR, 2.5 Baths, 1502 sf. 2 car garage w/storage, RV Parking. On F.F. shy 1/4 acre lot. Desirable area w/gorgeous yard. MLS #1425597

Rambler w/3 BR’s, 1 BA, on shy .25 acre. Updated kitchen w/quartz counters, Stainless Steel appl., undermount sink & rich laminate flooring.

Convenient location. Fully fenced backyard. Insulated 1 car garage.

MLS #1425247

CALL CHARLIE, 708-1415 OR JEANNIE, 708-9645

CALL CHARLIE, 708-1415 OR LISA, 420-6608

SEDRO WOOLLEY

$455,000

Nicely updated custom home w/4 BD & 1.75 BA. 4.97 Acres.

New flooring, windows, & ext./int paint. Fenced for horses w/round pen & 3 stall barn. Tons of parking including attached 2 car garage.

36X28 Shop. MLS #1415944

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Charlie & Jeannine Boom 708-9645

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• The Boom Team • DeBBie Benjamin • elizaBeTh DeTillion • ivana WooD • jim STranSky

• mike Welling • ron van PelT • Tony zimmermann • Wilma louia

$485,000

Selling the classic family mini-farm. Up to date with new septic, vinyl windows, hardi-plank type siding & roof. Large country kitchen with updated appliances.

28X36 shop built in 2015 has room for all your toys, hobbies or projects.

Fantastic location. Sit on your covered porch & enjoy the sunshine & wildlife.

MLS #1410156

CALL ELIzABETH, 708-8800

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Lisa Boon Meyer 420-6608

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

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Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Tony Zimmermann 420-0501

Arthur Henrichs 389-7879

Kati Shannon 391-1203

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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CALL IVANA, 770-3550

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

2018 RE/MAX INTERNATIONAL AWARD RECIPIENTS

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Feature Home From cover:

Sandi riley 770-8670

727 CASCADE PALMS COURT, SEDRO WOOLLEY

$254,500

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$254,500

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OPEN SAT. & SUNDAY 1-4:00 SANDI R. 360-770-8670/MATTHEW T. 360-840-6673

*LOVELY ‘END UNIT’ W/EXTRA WINDOWS, SUNSET VIEWS! *SPACIOUS 1656 SQ. FT. BEAUTY W/ELEVATOR & STAIRS *2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH W/JETTED TUB & LG. SHOWER IN MASTER

*GAS HEAT, GAS FIREPLACE + GAS RANGE & GAS STOVE IN FAMILY ROOM! *OPEN LIVING RM/SUNNY KITCHEN & DINING ROOM, ALL APPLIANCES *NICE FAMILY RM. W/FRENCH DOORS TO COVERED DECK, 1 CAR GARAGE

$489,500

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OPEN SAT. & SUNDAY 1-4:00 SANDI R. 360-770-8670/MATTHEW T. 360-840-6673

9212 18TH AVE. WEST, EVERETT

Sandi Riley 770-8670 $349,000

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*UPGRADED 2 STORY WITH PRIVACY TO THE REAR, PARK LIKE YARD *SPACIOUS W/LOVELY MASTER ON MAIN FLOOR *NICE BONUS ROOM UP, 3 BEDROOMS, 2.50 BATHS, SLAB GRANITE KITCHEN & MORE! 9080 PRESSENTIN DRIVE, CONCRETE

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CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670 *HUGE GARAGE/SHOP, LARGE FRONT COVERED DECK + STORAGE *2+ BEDROOM, 2 BATH W/RECENT UPDATES, POSSIBLE OWNER TERMS TOO! *TALL CEDARS OFFER PARK LIKE PRIVACY, CIRCULAR DRIVE

5523 92ND PLACE N.E., MARYSVILLE

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$415,900

2115 BAKER AVE., NORTH EVERETT

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CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

*3000+ SQ. FT. W/BONUS ROOM UP & LG. DEN/OFFICE ON MAIN *CUSTOM 4 BEDROOM W/MASTER SUITE & GUEST ROOM ON MAIN! *HUGE 3 CAR GARAGE, 5 ACRES W/PRIVACY, CLOSE TO SERVICES

*LG. 1/4 ACRE FENCED YARD, QUIET ESTABLISHED AREA *3 BEDROOMS, 1.75 BATHS, HEAT PUMP (A/C), QUALITY ++ *HUGE 744 SQ. FT. FINISHED GARAGE, LOADED!!

$410,000

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Debbie Macy 360-391-2422

Beautiful coastal living style home with panoramic views of the Guemes Channel & San Juan Islands. Elegant design with soaring ceilings and fine finishes. Open great room highlighting large picture windows to capture the views plus double sided fireplace separating the living and dining rooms. Top quality gourmet kitchen with island including prep sink, stainless steel appliances and access to patio. Finishing out the main level is an office/library, an additional bedroom and travertine tile floors with radiant floor heat.

Upper level features 2 more bedrooms as well as the lovely master suite with walk in closet, own fireplace and deck. Bonus room set up with wet bar, full wall custom cabinetry, fireplace and access to rear private deck with hot tub. Covered breezeway connects home with the garage/workshop.

MLS: 1417213

$228,900

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*UPDATED INSIDE & OUT, LIKE NEW THROUGHOUT W/WOODS & STREAM PRIVACY *NEWER ROOF, VINYL WINDOWS, NEWER TANKLESS H/W HEATER & WOOD LAMINATE FLOORS *3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, NEW GAS FURNACE, A/C, BIG DOUBLE CARPORT + LOTS OF STORAGE

$675,900

Windermere real estate/anacortes Properties P 3018 commercial ave.

Anacortes,WA • 360-293-8008 www.anacortesrealestate.com

OPEN SUNDAY 1-4:00 KATHY M. 360-708-4242

*SO CLOSE TO BOEING, 5 MINUTES! *GAS HEAT, GAS FIREPLACE, LARGE DEEP LOT, MUKILTEO SCHOOLS *2200 SQ. FT., 3+ (OR 4) BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, HUGE MASTER SUITE!!

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$950,000

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7404 190TH PLACE, ARLINGTON

3015 W 3rd Place, anacortes

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CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670 *QUIET ST. CLOSE TO PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL, SHOPPING & SCHOOLS *2 BEDROOMS ON MAIN, 2 UP, FAMILY RM. + BONUS RM. IN BASEMENT *LG. LOT, GAS HEAT, GORGEOUS HARDWOOD FLOORS, NEW WINDOWS

1875847

1879815

360.757.6013 800.869.7084

Brown McMillen Real Estate

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JUST LISTED…build a new building for your business in this great location SALE PENDING…beautiful 3BD/2BA home on just over an acre of property. Spacious surrounded by other businesses. Lot is level and has security fence around entire living room w/gas frpl, kitchen with granite & ss appliances, and deck off back with property. Convenient to downtown MV, and easy access to I-5. $225,000 #1424461 nice territorial views. Daylight basement, and 2 car garage. $450,000 #1424478

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12331 RAINIER DRIVE, BURLINGTON SKAGIT GOLF AND CC…nice 2 story home on the 9th Fairway in the Country Club. Formal living room, & formal dining room NEW LISTING…country living at its finest! This 3 bdrm charmer sits on just over VACANT LOT…this large view lot sits in Skagit Golf and Country club. Bring your w/bay window. Hardwood and tile flooring in addition to wall to wall ½ acre in the beautiful Bayview area. Fenced front/backyard, large 16 x 28 shop plans and build your dream home on the .42-acre lot that has water, sewer, power, carpeting. Cozy sun porch, vaulted ceiling & frpl in master bedroom. building, and kitchen with granite & cherry cabinets. MUST SEE! $345,000 #1422967 Family room off kitchen, & 2 car garage plus separate storage building. and gas in street. $189,000 #1406209 $382,000 #1420924 Kristen Tuttle Yvonne Brown Galen Kindred Holly Hilts

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708-8392 840-4375 770-7083 661-5538

Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman Jodi Dynes Fritz Inman

202-2859 661-0145 333-7783 661-0147

Tim Reichert Ron Wortham Mary Jo Reitsma Travis Lohman

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391-5587 661-1500 770-6013 661-4533

Tod LeHecka Jan Scally Dale Owenby Dana Holmes Katie Hilsinger

333-1032 421-5160 913-8662 770-6716 391-3796

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Patty Fakkema Island County Manager 360.679.5055

Shelley Miner Burlington Escrow Manager/LPO 360.707.2312

Eldon Brown Skagit County Manager 360.707.2158

Christa Canell Freeland Escrow Manager/LPO 360.331.4838

Kari Pittenridge Anacortes Escrow Manager/LPO 360.299.0565

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Katey Von Hagel Marketing Representative 360.707.1076

Holly Mathers Island County Title Manager 360.675.2246

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Brandi Jensen Stanwood Escrow Manager/LPO 360.629.9737

The IRS wants its cut of home sharing profits

Service you deserve with people you trust Visit any of our 5 locations in Oak Harbor, Burlington, Freeland, Stanwood and Anacortes

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Homeowners, are you thinking of renting out a room occasionally through a service like AirBnB? Or, maybe you’d like to join the 4.2 million households (both homeowners and renters) that have a permanent boarder or roommate, according to a recent report from Trulia.

The extra income is tempting more homeowners to join this niche of the new “sharing economy.”

But wherever there’s income, there will be income taxes. “There is a low barrier to entry for this, so people may not realize the [tax implications]. If you were planning on opening a restaurant, on the other hand, you’d be more aware,” explains Annette Nellen, CPA and professor with San Jose State University.

On the bright side, expenses related to renting may be deductible.

A homeowner who wants to remodel his continued on page 7

NORTH PUGET SOUND ASSOCIATION of REALTORS®

ALL FOR ONE, ONE FOR ALL, AND ALL FOR YOU.

525 East College Way, Suite J

Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Tel. (360) 416-4902

www.npsar.com

SKAGIT COUNTY FOOD DRIVE

At Umpqua, you’ve got a whole team of team players dedicated to smooth, stress-free financing for your home.

The North Puget Sound Association of REALTORS® and its members are hosting a Food Drive all month long!

The recent weather, combined with the earlier gov’t shut-down, has depleted our local food banks, and we hope to fill the truck on March 26th!

Let’s chat!

We are partnering with Community Action and the Skagit Food Distribution Center to be sure that all of our local food banks benefit for the generosity of our Realtors®, Affiliates, and the community!

Susie DeVries

Branch Manager, Senior Loan Officer NMLS 487442 CALL 360-230-2246

Clarissa Wong

Home Loan Officer NMLS 1733236 CALL 360-230-2244

Piero Rodriguez

Home Loan Officer NMLS 1172408 CALL 360-230-2241 Hablo Español

Loan products subject to credit approval. Other terms, conditions, restrictions & fees may apply.

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Roger Ragusa

Home Loan Officer NMLS 1731142 CALL 360-230-2248

umpquabank.com Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender

If you would like to donate, please feel free to visit any one of our Realtor® or Affiliate offices—which can be found on our website: www.npsar.realtor under ‘Member Info’, or stop by our office at 525 E. College Way, Suite J, Mount Vernon, Mon-Fri from 9am - 5pm.

Mission Statement: The Nor th Puget Sound Association of Realtor s advocates for Realtor s and their clients, and promotes the protection of property rights.

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1520 13th St, Anacortes $330,000 Great potential to build a brand new home, possible duplex or dig in and remodel. This cute downtown 1920’s cottage has 972 sq. ft. of living space with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath and utility room. All needing some TLC. Corner 8,712 sq. ft. lot gives you options for building or recreation space. The location of this home is close to Volunteer Park, schools and downtown shopping. Bring your plans, imagination and make this yours. Home is as-is.

Gina Davis 360-708-7794 #1395883 nE

1801 Lea Pl, Anacortes $399,000 Wonderful Skyline rambler is perfectly located on a lg corner lot w/mature landscaping that provides ample privacy.

Fully fenced backyard and a lovely patio.

Kitchen w/eating bar is open to dining and living spaces surrounding the three sided fireplace adding warmth and ambiance. Master suite with lovely full bath and french doors; additional 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Enjoy all the Skyline amenities including tennis courts, Tug Boat park, cabana and beach house.

Colleen Craig 360-770-9638, Christine Cleland-McGrath 360-708-0267 #1357964

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2903 Iroquois Dr, Mt. Vernon $430,000 The best in Mount Vernon living! Pride of ownership shows in updated two story 3/2.5 located in prime Thunderbird neighborhood. Updated throughout incl. stunning cherry floors, large open concept kitchen, two fireplaces, and large master w/ en-suite bath. 1/3 acre lot with mature trees gives you lots of elbow room and privacy. 16’ x 20’ kennel in back yard for the pets and big workbench in garage! New 30 year roof w/transferable warranty! RV or boat parking. What are you waiting for?

Bob Hyde 360-661-0756 #1422404

111 Cedarwood Pl, Mt. Vernon $515,000 Fantastic Cedarwood 4 bed home w/dream backyard! Spacious, sunny, w/over 3,290/sf, main floor office. Open kitchen w/tons of storage, center island, granite counters, breakfast bar. Master suite has over-sized tile shower. Fully finished basement opens to the best yard ever: West facing w/patio, w/pickleball court, putting green, storage room, plus a huge deck (partially covered) off the kitchen for entertaining & enjoying the afternoon sun. Two car garage, nearly .39 acre, great location.

Megan O’Bryan 360-708-5817, Spencer Roozen 360-708-0634 #1425160

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1716 Hillcrest Lp, Mt. Vernon $385,000 Beautiful, clean, & move-in ready! This tidy, welcoming rambler has completely level entry (no stairs at all) & offers 1590/sf, w/3 beds, 2 baths. Open concept kitchen has granite counters, center island, pull outs, all appliances, & an over-sized pantry. The living room has a gas fireplace insert. Master suite w/spacious attached bath & walk-incloset. Fenced, south-facing yard for lots of light, great gardening. Two car garage.

Gas forced air. Great neighborhood, convenient location.

Spencer Roozen 360-708-0634, Megan O’Bryan 360-708-5817 #1422426

4726 Sierra St, Mt. Vernon $479,900 Gorgeous better than new residence located in the wonderful new 55+ community of Woodside! Bright, open Laurel Plan w/over $25K in upgrades!

Vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters & wood flooring extended throughout the main areas. Great kitchen w/pantry, granite, island, black stainless & tons of storage. Grand master w/walk-in & 4pc bath. Office/Den off the entry & 8’ French Doors lead out to covered patio & fenced yard. Accessible No-Step design; Clubhouse, Parks & HOA cares for landscape!

Elizabeth Miller 360-420-3607, Travis Miller 360-420-7291 #1416812

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rior to purchasing a property, we’re taught to do our homework. This means touring the home and checking out all the rooms and features carefully with a real estate agent; hiring a home inspector to look for potential problems; and paying a title company and attorney to resolve any land issues and review the contract closely.

But equally crucial, yet often overlooked, is an additional due diligence step that you should complete long before committing to buy: investigating your chosen community carefully.

While your agent can provide you with important stats such as details about the quality of the school system, average commute times

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Shutdown Break?

Question: We were recently furloughed as

a result of the government shutdown. Is there a possibility lenders will go easy on us given that we were not getting paid even though we were forced to work?

Answer:

In the particular case of the government shutdown, we had some 800,000 federal workers directly impacted. Of this number, 420,000 people – including members of the Coast Guard and TSA workers – were expected to be at their jobs even though they were not paid.

The government’s financial regulators issued a statement in January that said “while the effects of the federal government shutdown on individuals should be temporary, affected borrowers may face a temporary hardship in making payments on debts such as mortgages, student loans, car loans, business loans or credit cards. As they have in prior shutdowns, 6

GOVERNM ENT SHUTDOW N the agencies encourage financial institutions to consider prudent efforts to modify terms on existing loans or extend new credit to help affected borrowers.”

The regulators also said “prudent workout arrangements that are consistent with safe-and-sound lending practices are generally in the long-term best interest of the financial institution, the borrower and the economy. Such efforts should not be subject to examiner criticism.”

There’s nothing subtle about this. When regulators “encourage” certain behavior, you can expect the regulated to heed such suggestions, especially when costly “examiner criticism” might arise if they don’t.

Notice that the federal statement – which no doubt was reviewed by squads of crack attorneys – does not suggest helping government workers alone. It talks about “affected borrowers” and that brings up an important point. The shut-down directly impacts 800,000 federal workers, but it’s also felt by many others as well.

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ASK OUR BROKER

By Peter G. Miller

While we can expect federal employees to get back-pay as well as a certain amount of financial relief, what about individuals and businesses that are not part of the government workforce?

What if a local diner sees revenues drop because a nearby government building is virtually empty?

While government workers will get back pay once the shutdown is over, there’s no one to help the diner’s servers, cooks or owner. Their lost income is real and lasting.

Within the shutdown, there’s a crucially important financial lesson. If people with rock-solid federal jobs can face income uncertainty then what about everyone else? The way to protect yourself is to avoid debt, pay down debt and bulk-up savings. You must have financial reserves to get through tough times – and we can always expect that there are always tough times.

If you have reserves, the loss of a few paychecks is an inconvenience and not a catastrophe. You can get past tough times.

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and proximity to police and fire departments, there’s no substitute for gathering these and other important facts yourself, firsthand.

“You can never know too much about where you’re planning to make your largest monetary and time investment,” says Roni Lambrecht, a Realtor in Castle Rock, Colorado. “Not taking the time to find out more about the area you’re seeking to move to comes with a lot of risks. You could find out later that you moved across the street from a sexual predator, or that public transportation isn’t conveniently available, or that the couple next door fight loudly all the time.”

Sophie Kaemmerle, communications manager with NeighborWho, a neighborhood research website, says there are several key things every home shopper should examine early in the buying process: School ratings. “Visit GreatSchools.org to find out about academics, test scores, environment and more,” says Kaemmerle.

Property taxes. “Check with the local tax assessor’s office for estimated annual property

It’s important to research the neighborhood before you buy taxes,” she adds.

Air quality. Visit Airnow. gov for year-round forecasts and try UCLA’s new AirForU app for local air quality ratings.

Crime rates. “Check CrimeReports.com and visit the local police precinct to learn about criminal activity in the area,” Kaemmerle notes.

Public transportation.

Use WalkScore.com to learn how easy a neighborhood is to get around in via walking, bike and public transit.

Local sex offenders.

Check the U.S. Department of Justice’s sex offender registry at nsopw.gov.

Noise levels. Go to tinyurl.com/ntnoisemap to investigate everything from airport to traffic noise in your desired area.

Not all homework should be done on a computer, however.

“There’s only so much you can learn about a home and surrounding neighborhood by researching them online,”

Kelly Gordon, owner/ broker of record for Leaf, Realtors in Oldwick, New Jersey, says.

“Visiting the property and area in person is essential to get a sense of the community. At least one thorough visit is vital, but even better are multiple visits at different times of the day and week.

Skip this and you could overlook important conditions like traffic or construction that you might have noticed during a well-timed drive through town.”

The experts suggest driving as well as walking through the community.

“Try this in the morning and later in the evening on a weekday. Also repeat your neighborhood walk-through on a weekend afternoon, and be sure you have someone else accompany you,” says Lambrecht.

Count on knocking on the doors of some prospective neighbors, too, preferably with your agent by your side.

“Introduce yourself as a potential buyer of the nearby home for sale.

Ask what they like and don’t like about the neighborhood,” Lambrecht recommends.

“Be friendly without sharing anything that might get back to the seller.”

Additionally, during your drives or walks, “pay attention to loud noises like trains, unkempt yards, broken glass on the sidewalk and weird smells. These things may not be deal breakers, but they can help you make a more informed decision,” adds Kaemmerle.

Even if you’ve already made an offer, it’s not too late to perform these sleuthing steps.

In fact, the best window of time for these tasks could be between the date you write your offer and the date you complete your professional home inspection.

“In a real estate contract, you typically have seven to 17 days for property investigation and inspections. If the seller doesn’t oppose, count on taking all of that time,” says Roh Habibi, broker with San Francisco-based Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty.

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or collects more than $20,000 annually. But tax law does require owners to report the income. continued from page 4 • If you have a permanent boarder, even if it’s a relative, basement into a bedroom and bath to rent, for instance, you might deduct some expenses if that boarder is paying a “fair market” rent. What’s fair? Check rental can see his home value rise from the improvements, listings for similar properties. For more, refer to IRS pick up extra income and deduct some remodeling Publication 527. costs.

• Deductions must relate to the time period rented, It’s likely to get complicated, warns Nellen, and many taxpayers will want to consult a professional tax advisor. and the area in the home that is rented. The cost of Here, Nellen provides a quick primer of considerations: landscaping the outside of your home probably isn’t deductible when you’re renting a basement bedroom, for • Some short-term rental services, such as AirBnB, instance. report to the IRS the income homeowners earn from renting a room. But federal law doesn’t require reporting • Beware of more than IRS rules. Some cities and unless a homeowner rents more than 200 times yearly states have short-term rental laws and fees.

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CLASSIFIEDS PUBLISHER'S NOTICE

FSBO Anacortes Newly remodeled 3 bedroom 1.75 bath rambler, 984 sq. ft. near Storvik Park, stores and Island Hospital.

New wood floor, sheet rock, paint, kitchen, granite counter tops, subway tiles, G.E. Appliances and bathrooms completely updated.

Hunter Douglas blinds, new roof, energy efficient double pain windows, Lennox forced air natural gas furnace. Insulated, new plumbing, upgraded electrical, deck and large fenced backyard, 6969 sq. ft. lot. $379,500.

Please call (360) 8558091 to make an appointment.

All rental and real estate for sale advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for the rental or sale of real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To complain of discrimination call HUD at (206) 220-5170.

2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME FOR SALE

14 x 64 in trailer park, fenced yard, carport, water/sewer/garbage/cable paid. $19,500.

Call Tim 360-708-9943

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1819 WALTER STREET, MOUNT VERNON

OPEN HOusE sAt MARCH 23, 9-10:30AM & 3-4:30PM suN MARCH 24, 1-4PM

$365,000

This home is beautiful, tastefully decorated, immaculate, and definitely well cared for -- READY TO MOVE INTO! New roof, new 80% efficiency gas furnace and air-conditioner, new duo-fuel range/oven, new pad for RV with electrical hook-up. Low Flood Insurance.

Easy access to I-5 and downtown MV. One of the 4 bedrooms is currently being used as an office.

Lots of windows make this home bright, cheery, and welcoming. You’ll love it here!

Don’t wait. This home won’t Shirley Bertholf 360-840-1863 last long. MLS# 1425014

3789 E. DIVISION ST., MOUNT VERNON $650,000 LOT 18 TRILLIUM LANE, CONCRETE 0+ A

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45246 NESIKA TRAIL #2D41, LAKE TYEE

This 2011 Fleetwood Park Model is ready for your recreational enjoyment. It is a cozy 1 bedroom with loft, full bath and full size appliances. There is a fire pit and plenty of parking. A metal roof is used on the covered deck; spacious for entertaining and barbeque area. The comfort station is conveniently located just 1 lot over and the property is just up the hill from the lake. Lake Tyee is a gated recreational community with any 210 days use in a calendar year. Dues are $159/mo. Sherry Ruderman 360-540-1552 MLS# 1425014

Build your dream home with beautiful river and mountain views. Waterfront property with building site high above river to enjoy those views.

A five bedroom septic system and power are already in place and set back from the road to enjoy the peaceful setting and views. John Deere lawn tractor is included with property. Must see to Carla Fischer 360-982-0010 appreciate. MLS# 1380219. xxx DAISY LANE, LAKE SIxTEEN, MOUNT VERNON

$599,000

$60,000

1015 NEZ PERCE DR, MOUNT VERNON

$445,000 4628 PARKVIEW LANE, MOUNT VERNON

$719,000

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Great 10 acre development property for higher end homes or Planned Unit Development. Amenities include: Public Utility District Water, Cascade Natural Gas, Puget Power (Puget Sound Energy), high speed internet, city garbage pickup and access to city sewer. Beautiful Wooded property with territorial view and open park-like setting.

Includes vintage home with basement and detached garage, and is currently rented. Danya Wolf MLS# 1299587 360-708-8294

Lovely future building site requisite on using water catchment system to obtain building permit. Power to the property. Nicely treed level tract of land with open area ready for building in the future. Paved street.

Walking distance to Rasar State Park!

Danya Wolf MLS# 1254912 360-708-8294

24072 TRINITY LANE, SEDRO WOOLLEY $194,000 9277 STEIN RD., CUSTER C 9+ A

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A RARE FIND! Almost 17 acres, mostly pasture, out of flood plain. Beautiful 1-acre bldg site, with water/power in street. Soil test, 2004. Designated Open Space Recreational.Inthepast,landhasproducedstrawberries, corn, and, most recently, hay. Rich soil includes lagoon area, used by former Dairy Farm next door. If you are longingforafewacrestotryyourhandathobbyfarming, whether planting crops, grazing beef cattle, or raising Shirley Bertholf horses, etc., this is your golden opportunity!

360-840-1863

7358 SKAGIT VIEW DR, CONCRETE

$395,000

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Enjoy amazing sunsets from over 1500’ of westerly facing waterfront.

You’ll have complete privacy on 25 park like acres with a fully stocked fishing lake. Best of all, Lake 16 is only 5 minutes to the freeway, 30 minutes to Everett, 30 minutes to Bellingham (time approx).

Parcel is serviced by a newly paved road as well as Skagit County PUD water nearby. Property is sub-dividable or keep as a personal estate. There is nothing else like this currently available, Carla Fischer Yolanda Sakuma 360-982-0010 360-421-0435 you will be duly impressed!

601 OLYMPIC VIEW DR., COUPEVILLE NEW

Fabulous views from northwesterly portion of this largely wooded 29+ acre tract; great neighbors! Old family homestead.

Power at road. Owner has marked trail through property to building site.

One residence per Whatcom County.

Danya Wolf MLS# 1400280

360-708-8294

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$299,000

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Enjoy the deer and view in this peaceful setting with apple, plum and pear trees. 3 bed/1.5 bath. Lots of closet space. Relax on your private upstairs balcony. Basement has been used as a workroom and provides ample storage space.

Metalroofapproximately5yearsoldw/100year Carla Fischer warranty. Minutes from the Coupeville Ferry. 360-982-0010

$55,000

Ready to build level lot with 3 bedroom septic in place.

Power and water on property. Trees provide privacy. Gated boat launch, community beach access, tennis courts, large gazebo and community park. MLS# 1363180 Carla Fischer Suzanne Jenkins 360-982-0010 360-941-2983

Beautiful home well maintained in the Thunderbird development at end of road in cul de sac. Lots of room in this 2522 sq.ft. home with 5 beds/2.5 baths and awesome hardwood floors. Very spacious kitchen with breakfast table and formal dining. Roomy Master bedroom has bath with jetted tub, shower, privacy toilet, nice walk-in closet. One very well producing apple tree. New furnace installed last BRETT TACKER October. MLS# 1417266 360-840-7931

Brand new home in sought after Eaglemont Golf Course Community! Luxury living in this custom 3,315 sq.ft. home, light and bright 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath. Lg kitchen w/SS appliances, granite counters & island. Great room w/gas fireplace, deck overlooking nature. Main floor living w/master & bath w/jetted tub, shower & walk-in closet, utility room.

Upstairs w/ 2nd master & bath + 2 bedrooms. Additional SF downstairs ready to complete, AC & tankless water heater. Situated on a quiet peaceful Elva Hunter JOHN Hunter street! MLS# 1405852 360-202-3086 360-202-3854

3026 HEMLOCK WAY, SEDRO WOOLLEY Enjoy wonderful Glenhaven Lakes Community amenities; clubhouse, swimming pool, two lakes, neighborhood parks and picnicking when you purchase this great 7,900 sq ft. lot with all utilities.

Keep existing manufactured home or imagine a brand-new home here. Ask how this new home could be Danya Wolf Lynn Jenssen yours!

360-708-8294 360-298-6569

fOR vOTing Be sure to visit us at the SICBA Home and Garden Show! Skagit Co. Fairgrounds, 479 West Taylor St. Building C, Booth #20 March 22nd, 23rd, and 24th!

Purchase advance tickets online! Use this code for a $3 discount!

Enter code: VENDORS ¡Asegúrese de visitarnos en el SICBA show de casa y jardin! Edificio C, espacio #20 ¡Marzo 22, 23 y 24! ¡Compre su boleto avanzado! ¡Use el código para $3 de descuento!

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