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Custom Craftsman with Magnificent Views FEATURE HOME: 2815 GRADY LANE, ANACORTES Paul Weisz, Windermere Real Estate Anacortes

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$125,000

Adorable bungalow style home. Located on the hill in Mt. Vernon. Small outbuilding/shop. Back yard with alley access. All appliances included. Move in ready. MLS #632061 Call Debbie, 708-8780

Anacortes

$173,000

2007 Skyline manufactured home. 3 BD, 2 full BA, & Office or possible 4th BD. Formal living and dining rooms. Family room off kitchen. Separate laundry room & low maintenance yard.

MLS# 613473 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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$229,000

Craftsman home. Located in the Heart of Burlington.

4 BD, 2 ¾ BA, 2187 sq. ft. 2nd kitchen and a full basement. Spacious living Rm. w/ gas F.P. Private indoor hot tub area. MLS #609980

$485,000

Fantastic bay and mountain views! Well maintained rambler w/ many features. Sunroom w/amazing views, hot tub, sauna, & wet bar. 100 ft. of beach tidelands. Lg. detached garage/shop. Well maintained lot. MLS # 633246

Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Mount Vernon

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

$595,000

Call Kirk, 770-7470

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

$239,950

Lovely well-kept single level home. 3 BD, 2 BA. 5+ Private wooded acres. Set at the end of a dead end street. Don’t miss this great opportunity!!

MLS #630828

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Mike Welling 540-1341

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$750,000

Serene picturesque 3765 SF home. Secluded park-like setting w/ many trees & coy pond. Custom kitchen w/ entertainment island. Lg. master suite w/ spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs w/ huge bonus rm. 3 car gar./ 2500 SF barn. Room for RVs. MLS # 634211 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Debbie Allen 708-8780

$385,000

Stunning single level home, better than new! 3 BD, 2 BA, over 1900 SF. Feat. hardwood floors & granite counters. High quality throughout. Prof. landscaped .3 acre lot. View of Mtns. Friendly & quiet area w/ comm. pond for summer fun.

MLS# 634798

Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Desired Bayview location. Water view. Almost 3 acres. 3100 SF, 3 BD, 3.5 BA. Lg. master suite.

Granite counters, hardwood floors. Storage for 7 vehicles. Horse barn, pasture, pond & more.

MLS #631632

Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

Call Wilma, 661-1631

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

$550,000

Vintage Home on shy 1 acre. Desirable Old Town area. 4 BD, 1.5 BA, shy 2000 sq. ft. Potential for sub-dividing, several outbuildings. MLS #539951

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Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

Sedro-Woolley

$1000/month

Plus a $1000 deposit. 12 month lease. 3 BD, 2 BA home. Propane heat & fireplace, new carpet.

All kitchen appliances plus washer and dryer. Lg. backyard w/ deck & front patio. 2 car garage.

Call Property Management, 755-5555

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SANDI RILEY 770-8670

1528 ALPINE VIEW DR, “EAGLEMONT” MT.VERNON $468,900

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• QUIET STREET CLOSE TO EXCELLENT “LUCILLE UMBARGER” SCHOOL & ALL SERVICES! • N/W CRAFTSMAN STYLE 2 STORY W/GAS HEAT, GAS FPL., LG DECK & BIG FENCED YD. • 4 BD. 2.5 BA., OPEN KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY ROOM, A MUST TO SEE, STOP IN TODAY!

• GORGEOUS FAIRWAY FRONTAGE W/SCREENED PRIVACY + VIEW! • ELEGANT 5 BD., 3.5 BA. TRADITIONAL W/ HARDIPLANK & BRICK, 3 CAR GARAGE • FAMILY RM/DINING AREA/GRANITE KITCHEN ALL OPEN, LARGE MASTER DOWN!

• NO LEASE PAYMENT, “OWNED LAND”, QUIET STREET & FENCED YARD • CUSTOM BUILT RAMBLER W/NEW DET. GARAGE/SHOP W/HIGH DOORS + CAR PORT • 3 BD., 1.75 BA., OPEN PLAN, LG. ROOMS THROUGHOUT, GREENBELT PRIVACY TO THE REAR!

15796 SNEE-OOSH RD., “HOPE ISLAND” LA CONNER $845,000

3770 SOUTH BAY DRIVE,“LK WHATCOM”, SEDRO-WOOLLEY $748,900

14022DODGEVALLEYRD,“PLEASANTRIDGE”M.V./LACONNER $575,000

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• ESTATE SETTING, FENCED & GATED, NO LEASE PAYMENT, 100 FT. WATERFRONT! • ”SHY” 1 ACRE, LG. NEW 2 CAR GARAGE, PLUS 1 BD. GUEST HOUSE A BONUS • 2+ BD., 1.75 BA. “MAIN HOUSE” W/NEW GOURMET KITCHEN, LG. GREAT RM. & MORE

• 2600+ SQ. FT. “CLASSIC 60’S” STYLE 2 STORY, 2 BD., 1.75 BA., LG. VIEW DECKS • WALK OUT BASEMENT W/2ND. KITCHEN, FAMILY RM. + BONUS ROOM • 1 ACRE W/120 FT. LOW BANK FRONTAGE, LG. DOCK, BOATHOUSE + 2 BIG SHOPS!

• OUTSTANDING N/W CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME W/ OAK FLOORS, SOLID FIR DOORS & TRIM • 4+ BD., 4.50 BATHS, LOVELY MASTER ON MAIN FLR., 2 MORE MASTERS’ UPSTAIRS • 3 ACRES, W/6+ BAY MACHINE SHED & SHOP PLUS OVERSIZE DOUBLE ATTACHED, LOADED!

30595 WALBERG ROAD, “DAY CREEK”, SEDRO-WOOLLEY $397,950

1017 ALDERWOOD LANE,”DUKES HILL” , SEDRO-WOOLLEY $265,000

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• ONE OF A KIND PROPERTY W/HUGE PASTURES OF HAY, LARGE STANDS OF EVERGREENS • INCLUDES AN APPROVED TURF LANDING AIR-STRIP, SOLID BARN/SHOP/GARAGE • LG. 3 BD., 2 BA. “TRIPLEWIDE” W/OVER 2700 SQ. FT., LOADED W/OFF ROAD PRIVACY!

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$65,000

$162,500 MLS#559557 MLS#632873 • Quiet, private • 2 bdrm + den

• Top 55+ Park • Great 2 car garage • Close to clubhouse • Open floor plan

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• Totally remodeled • Sound views • Waterfront paradise • New appliances

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• NEWER “GREEN BUILT” BEAUTY NEAR THE TOP OF THE HILL W/GORGEOUS VIEWS • OVERSIZE 2+ GARAGE (ROOM FOR 3 CARS!), IN FLOOR HEAT, CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION • 3 BD., TOTAL OF 3 BA., CUSTOM CABINETRY, “SOLAR” PANEL/HEATING READY!

Anita Kohl 961-7795 Arlene Vonachen 853-6429 Barb Gent 206-681-0909 Connie Moulaison 770-1341 Dawn Hardman 540-0058 Duane Gish 770-9299

MLS#633492

• 2 bedrooms + bonus rm • Remodeled • Low monthly space rent

George Herner 840-3743 Jackie Lindeman 770-9080 Karl Morse 395-5405 Larry Lundeen 982-0447 Margie Ernst 708-3198 Marlene Deasy 661-6720

Sandi Riley 770-8670 Sharon Stokes 661-6164 Tamara Cooper 630-9127 Traci Cypher 708-9481 Veronica Lopez 420-0696

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THE LIVING IS EASY.. lovely 1400sf, 2 BR condo! Spa- REDUCED PRICE..MOTIVATED SELLER..3 BR, 2.25 BA, ENJOY THE SUNSETS.. from this large 4 BR traditional cious living/dining areas, westerly view, wonderful kitch- remodeled country club home, large garage, extra park- Colonial home w/big bonus room. Great south Mount Vering, come see and save!! $270,000. #600540 en, den/office & 2 car garage. $185,000. #594039 non location. $358,000. #600308 BUILDING LOT..shy half acre in Sedro-Woolley city lim- CLASSIC HOME..lots of style, 2900sf, 4 BR, den, of- GORGEOUS..3 BR, 2.5 BA rambler on an acre with view

its. Utilities in street, some marketable trees. Lot line adjustment is all that is needed to turn parcel into 2 lots. $75,000. #576834 RECENTLY LOGGED..comes with lifetime supply of firewood. 20 aces near Sedro-Woolley is a great buy. $69,500. $600894 2 ACRE LOTS..2 parcels ready for new home. Each is 2 acres w/nice territorial views and municipal water available. $110,000. $45359 PRIVATE SETTING..nicely wooded 2.5 acre lot a end of paved cul-de-sac with drilled well & conventional perc. $89,900 PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP..beautifully maintained, 2658+sf home in walkout basement. Open floor plan, 4 BR, 3 BA, priced to sell!! $274,900. #605880

Ron Wortham Tod LeHecka Terri Heyntsen

661-1500 333-1032 391-0938

fice, living/dining rooms, huge kitchen w/eating area, adjoining bonus room w/fplace. 3 car garage & more. $395,000. #596212 EAGLEMONT 2 STORY..3 BR, 2.5 BA, over 2500sf, hardwood floors, kitchen w/granite, high-end fixtures, high ceilings, spacious upstairs, bonus room & den. $310,000. #574568 BURLINGTON LOT..zoned general commercial. Perfect site for clinic or any professional use. Sewer & water.

Survey & elevations complete. $415,000. #178973 PRIVACY PLUS..6.24 acres total w/possible extra bldg site. Very private w/pond, outbldgs and 3 BR, 1.75 BA home. Call for details. $340,000. #267821

Galen Kindred 770-7083 Tim Reichert 391-5587 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013

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to the west of mountain & bay. Beautiful Lyptus wood floors & cabinets, separate office. $455,000. #588583 SKAGIT RIVER PLAYGROUND..drive east, kick back, bring your fishing pole, own your own lot. 3/4+ acre lot.

Just $36,000. #318635 PRIVATE SETTING..2009 2223sf mobile on 5 acres, open floor plan beautiful kitchen & lg master. $229,000 Adj. 5 acre tract available for $25,000. Seller may contract on 2nd 5 acre. #630065

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HOSTED BY MARY JO REITSMA.. Craftsman style home on 1 acre, perfect in every way. $485,000. #409469 OVER 2 ACRES..of nicely wooded land with view of lake.

Driveway installed and PUD water. $119,500. #630913 SAMISH ISLAND..one level, 3 BR, 1.75 BA, over 2700sf, natural light kitchen w/oak cabinets, breakfast room surround by windows. Private backyard. $335,000. #459127 83 ACRES..beautiful pasture land, some wooded ar-

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• Good rental history • Recent updates, • 3 bdrm 2 bth each • Duplex

• Many Custom upgrades • Shelter Bay • 3 bdrm, 2 bth • Open floor plan $269,500 MLS# 600146 $105,000 MLS#626262 •Craftsman style • Rv parking • Bonus Room • Large master • Ready to build • Minutes to I-5 • Level site • Country location

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Homemade Financial Help For households struggling to save for a home, consulting with a housing counseling agency could prove helpful.

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Ever since the housing-led financial collapse, this old adage has new meaning: A home that one can comfortably afford underlies a sweet sense of financial security.

Now, several years post-crisis, many Americans still find that either establishing savings or affording a home impossible, according to several studies.

One of the latest surveys released in early April by the nonprofit group NeighborWorks America found 29 percent of respondents reported no emergency savings.

It’s more difficult – but not impossible – for lower-income households to save, with 52 percent of respondents earning less than $40,000 having no reserves. Along with the survey, NeighborWorks America reported that it conducted a “financial capability demonstration project” showing that 57 percent of participants who had no savings were able to establish a fund.

The savings prescription, explains NeighborWorks spokesman Doug Robinson, is for a trained professional to review all a consumer’s spending – including minor outlays of just a dollar or two, as well as the major expenses like rent. Then, “a counselor could recommend where savings could be found,” Robinson says.

Hundreds of similar non-profits – listed at www.hud.gov – exist to provide counseling on how to get in position to buy a home. But many of these agencies also will provide counseling on budgeting and saving, whether or not the client hopes to buy, says Robinson.

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Housing counseling agencies, whose services are often free, are distinct from credit counseling organizations. The latter, while also often nonprofits, are aimed at helping consumers solve another prevalent obstacle to establishing savings and buying a home, namely credit card debt.

On its Website, www.consumerfinance.gov, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has questions under the “Ask CFPB” section dealing with what organizations do to help, as well as advice on a wide variety of financial topics, says Sam Gilford, a CFPB spokesman.

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2815 GRADY LANE, ANACORTES

$749,995

Windermere Real Estate/Anacortes 3018 Commercial Ave. Anacortes, WA 360.293.8008 www.AnacortesRealEstate.com

MEDIAN PRICE

Paul Weisz 360.391.7281

Custom Craftsman with magnificent water/mountain views. Located just a short distance to Washington park.

Enjoy expansive views over Skyline, Burrows Bay and beyond and northerly view of Guemes channel, Washington State Ferries and more. Home features 3 bdrms, 3 full bths with wonderful custom built-ins. Uncompromised finishes throughout. Spacious master suite. Hand scraped hdwd floors, built-in vac. Bring your finishing touches. Estimated ready for occupancy 7/1.

MLS#611026

6% Increase in median home price in Washington.

2012: Q4 - 2013: Q4 Source: Glenn Crellin, Associate Director for Research, Rumstad Center for Real Estate Studies, University of Washington.

AMERICAN DREAM REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC. Appealing 3 Bedroom #594257 • $255,000

3 BR, 2 BA home in a desirable neighborhood. On cul-de-sac, trees & bubbling stream, gives you a feeling of privacy. Sizable lot w/a patio & rm for RV. Roomy kitchen & great rm that has a cozy fireplace & vaulted pine ceiling. Skylights & a great bay window gives this home lovely light!.

Charming Family Home $292,000 432 Barry Loop , Mount Vernon

3,071 Sq. Ft.!

Glenhaven Home

#560719 • $699,000

#570830 • $264,950

Contemporary view home on a quiet cul-de-sac.

This home offers 4 BR, 3.5 BA, including 2 master suites! Gourmet kitchen, upgraded amenities w/ stainless appliances, granite counters, Brazilian cherry floors and french doors. Have we mentioned the view? Must See!!

Beautiful 2380 SF home in desirable Glenhaven community (pool, playgrounds, priv. stocked lake, tennis & bball courts). Open kitchen w/stainless appliances, breakfast bar, vaulted ceilings, hardwoods.

Master w/walk-in closet & bath, 2 additional BRs, bath & utility room on main.

12 Acre Hobby Farm #600659 • $675,000

#620117 • $114,900

Very Nice Condo

#513447 • $749,000

Industrial Building

Its a U Cut Christmas Tree farm. 1975 sqft 3 BR 2 BA. Heated 3200 sqft shop w/BA & office. 800sqft machine shed and multi stall animal shed.area.

Property has PUD water & private well. Fenced w/gated entry just west of downtown Mt. Vernon.

Ready to move in, over 11000 trees included in w/sale.

Very Nice ground level Condo in a terrific building right across the street from Skagit Valley College!

Large rooms including open kitchen with living and dining areas as well as wood fireplace and nice patio. 2 full baths including bath off master. Huge pantry/utility room and extra storage in building.

4 year old 10000 sqft+ industrial building in south Mount Vernon just off of I-5. Building features open shop with high ceilings improved ventilation and 3 bay doors. 800 amp electrical service run throughout. Heavy load 2000 sqft mezzanine adds to storage.

Open House Sat. May 17th 10am-2pm Features: 3074 square feet of living space, 5 bedroom home with 2 car tandem garage w/ smaller garage in back, gas fireplace, upstairs loft, awesome master suite with walk in closet and large master bath, warm and welcoming colors, exposed aggregate patio, stone accents, 300 sf of cabinet space in garage. MLS#605620

Drawing for $50 Gift Card at Open House

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“Fulfilling Northwest Family Dreams”

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www.WindermereSkagit.com RESIDENTIAL 811 S LAVENTURE #A, MV

$84,000

Cute 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with living area on main floor & bedrooms upper floor. Sliders to patio, separate garage & parking space. End unit. Call Lee Ann Dean 421-3082 or Karine Anderson 421-1189. #571691

6010 WORLINE, BOW

$119,900

Fannie Mae owned home, great Bow location. Boasting 3 bedrooms & 1.75 baths. New stove & hood, fresh interior paint. Must see this home! Call Karine Anderson at 421-1189 or Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082. #560889

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13505 MCLEAN RD, MV

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17653 GREENACRES RD, MV

$258,500

Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a handy/office den w/ many built-ins. New roof and refinished hardwood floors. Large deck and nice backyard.

Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076 #631086

4228 269TH PLACE NE, ARL

$329,500

4 bedrooms & 2 baths sits on approx ½ acre. Huge 2 bay shop wired w/220 & generator. RV parking.

Large patio, outbuilding, gardens, ponds & fire pit.

Call Sherry Johansen at 708-3636 #630187

Want Photos? They are all on our website, come see.

2222 E. FULTON ST, MV

$124,000

Fantastic first time buyer or investment property.

Clean, well maintained 2 bed, 1 bath semi-detached home in Logan Creek neighborhood. All appliances stay. Forced air furnace. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817 #542305

2218 E. FULTON ST, MV

$129,900

Affordable first time home or investment. 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath home on the hill in Mt.Vernon w/ detached garage. This 1124 sq. ft home offers woodburning fireplace, nice living area & breakfast nook. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817 #628201

29636 BACUS RD, SDW $339,000 OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY MAY 17, 1-3

$269,900

Perfect 1 level home at the end of a cul-de-sac on the edge of town. Great floor plan offering 1900 SF of quality construction, RV parking & large fenced yard. Separate office/den off great room, large living room & formal dining room. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #631406

768 WEST RD, ALGER

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$279,900

Beautiful well-maintained newer home in Glenhaven. Granite countertops, hardwood floors. 3 bedrooms, 3.25 baths & bonus room downstairs w/ closet. Access to pool, tennis court & private fishing lake. Call Nathan Loeb at 333-7197. #630764

49447 SKAGIT RIDGE RD. CNC 1502 BLACKBERRY DRIVE, MV

$190,000

In an area of newer homes. Maintained, but needs a little TLC. Convenient location. Park nearby. Call George Bellos at #635096

1508 LINDSAY LP, #103, MV

$199,900

Lovely Maddox Creek condo with serene forest view. 2 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, remodeled kitchen & bath. Ideally maintained with excellent natural light, gas fireplace & private balcony deck. Call Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #581763

$284,900

Serene river front home with an abundance of cozy awaits! Over 1300 SF plus guest tree house.

Beautiful mountain & Skagit River views. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #610311

17062 KOKANEE CT, MV

215 LILAC DR, MV

$739,900

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

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20461 HAMILTON COURT, BRL

$579,900

Late 19th century farmhouse! Beautifully restored with many updates. Original fir floors, solid cedar doors & decorative millwork. 2.7 acres, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2196 SF. 4-stall barn with hay loft, shop, garage, garden shed. More info. at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #612774

20 private acres with 1780+ SF of living space, vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors. 3 bay insulated, heated shop with ¼ bath & finished rec room. Lrg pond & creek & marketable timber. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #608955

LOT 26, 111 CAPET ZASILUCE, LAC $30,000 Sixty feet of high bank waterfront among recreational homes and cabins. Buy and build your getaway. Utilities in street, level build area, leased land. Contact Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #597616

LOT 20, PRESSENTIN RANCH DRIVE, CNC $34,900 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

0 CORRAL ST, WINTHROP 3810 LAUREL CT, MV $344,900 OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY MAY 18, 1-4 Spacious & elegant Eaglemont rambler! Open floor plan w/great room, high ceilings, stamped concrete patio - all tastefully appointed. Stucco exterior, quiet dead-end street, backed by greenbelt. Large 2 car garage w/shop area. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #589853

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Nice level corner lot in the town of Winthrop.

Triangular shape lot with sewer & water available.

Could have a single family residence or multifamily with an approved plan. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #480380

LOT 3, FRUITDALE RD, SDW

$125,000

1 acre building lot cleared, water & PUD available at the street. Previously approved for a convention septic system. Lot is located on the edge of town, nice location. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #611344

$320,000

Rambler in Nookachamp Hills with mountain & Big Lake views. .30 acre. Gas FP with slate tiles. Kitchen with maple cabinets. Screened in sun porch/deck.

Spacious master suite w/deck. 645 SF finished basement. Call Karen Beckner at 840-9455. #589863

17422 W. BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

$549,900

Gorgeous Mt. Baker, Cultus Mtns & Lake VIEWS! Over 5 acres with 2 HOMES on separate parcels!

Great Barn, Heated shop, plus additional outbuildings. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607 #622055

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7054 CHANNEL VIEW DR. GUEMES

$675,000

Quaint beach home on Guemes Island! Expansive waterfront playground & great views! 2+ bdrms, 2 bths, on just shy 1 acre property. Lots of windows for light & lovely stone framed wood fireplace for warmth. Recently painted with new siding & roof.

Come turn this home into your dream get-away!

Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS#550961

$420,000

Waterfront Island get-away! Serene, level .76 acres w/ 86’ if med bank saltwater frontage with 2 bdrm 1 bth cottage ready for your personal remodel or rebuild. Raised garden beds, fruit trees & berries. Rainwater collection for irrigation. Gorgeous waterfront steps to private beach.

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS#601799

4815 PORTALIS WAY

5140 S SHORE DR. GUEMES

1 COX LANE

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1725 MONROE ST. BURL.

$237,500

Great Home in Great Neighborhood. Enjoy this 3 bdrm 1.75 bth home on 100x100 lot. Lovely large kitchen w/SS appliances, ample counter space & ceramic tile floors. Sliding glass door opens to wonderful deck, great for entertaining. Yard has beautiful mature landscaping. Nice 3 car garage that includes urinal.

Rebecca Chamberlain 360.421.5021 MLS#634802

$380,000

Fabulous opportunity to live in the esteemed neighborhood of Portalis. Take in the incredible views of Guemes Channel boat traffic the San Juan Islands & the Washington State Ferries. Interior finishes are sure to please with all the modern touches.

Paul Weisz 360.391.7281 MLS#475211 NE

$93,000

Beautiful private lot at end of Cox Lane in Fidalgo Bay Estates. Would work well for entry level daylight basement home without too much site work.

Secluded quiet location with nice level building area. View of Mt. Baker and Padilla Bay. With some trimming the view should open up.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS#626727

1A ISLAND CREST LANE

$325,000

Tranquil views from the charming home. Main floor living, 2 bdrm 2 ba plus a 1 bdrm 1 ba apartment with its own entrance. Outdoor patio dining with gourmet pizza oven & wood fireplace. Holiday Hideaway amenities with 3 beached and boat ramp.

Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS#620283

$275,000

Custom 2 bdrm 2.5 bth home w/views of Guemes Channel. Maple cabinets & granite in kitchen, Living room w/vaulted ceilings & gas fireplace. Office/bonus room on main floor. Master ensuite with walk-in closet, fireplace & private deck. Includes beach rights & boat launch.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS#614999

Spectacular setting adjacent to Tommy Thompson Trail. Approx 1,700 ft of waterfront, beautifully landscaped. Garage parking for 45’ Motor Coach. Smaller RV w/addition at entrance can be used as caretaker’s residence. Great Views! Rip rap bulkhead 38.18 acres includes approx 35 acres of tidelands.

John Prosser 360.202.3891 MLS#543801

$110,000

Spectacular South West Sunsets from this 2+ Acres!

Rocky knoll is naturally cleared for home w/power & cable at the road. Neighboring properties have proven wells & septic. The site has excellent solar & wind energy potential. Enjoy Eagles, Wildflowers & Private Forest.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS#630449

1 WEST SHORE DR. GUEMES

$198,000

Incredible opportunity to own a beautiful, approx 10 ac level lot on West side of Guemes Island. Site development is nearly complete. The well is in, gently curving driveway & the soils analysis has been done for septic & small clearing. Property is in Open Space Timber designation, offering significant tax savings. Adjacent 10 acres is also available.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS#620770

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$249,000

Architectural details & fine craftsmanship adorn this 3 bdrm 2 bth home. Honduras Mahogany archways, remodeled bathrooms with upgraded fixtures & travertine floors. Dbl garage has toilet, sink & heat.

Approx 728 sf storage area above garage. RV parking with 30amp hook-up.

Paul Weisz 360.391.7281 MLS#610654

$379,00

$348,000

Wonderful views of Burrows Bay & San Juan Islands. 2 Bdrm 2 Bth, one level home w/light, open floor plan.

Vaulted ceilings & a wall of windows for light & enjoying the views. Recently remodeled w/Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors. Unique large lot w/fruit trees & space for gardening. Watch the summer sunsets from your deck at this Sunset West neighborhood.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS#593453

Beautifully updated condo w/panoramic views.

3 BR, 2.5 bath better than new. Main level living w/hardwood floors, granite counters & SS appliances in K and view MBR w/elegant ensuite bath. Lower level includes 2 BR, family room & huge shop/hobby. Light & bright. Decks off both levels!

Joan Handelmann 360.202.4800 MLS#631348

7337 MILLER ROAD

$6,800,000

Established RV Resort. 150 Condo RV sites as well as 5 cabins. Quiet, wooded setting w/easy access to major thoroughfare. Repeat clientele make for a consistent gross income each year.

John Prosser Jr. 360.202.3891 MLS#589085

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lenders can charge prepayment penalties for “qualified mortgages” – but no more than 2 percent of the loan amount the first year, 2 percent the second year, 1 percent in the third year and nothing thereafter. However, since most qualified mortgages are FHA, VA and conventional loans, and since the three aforementioned loans do not allow prepayment penalties, only those borrowers who finance with “portfolio” loans – qualified mortgages kept by the lender – will potentially face such costs.

However, the FHA – and the FHA alone – has something that is called a “post-settlement interest charge.” This charge is the outgrowth of a HUD policy that allows lenders to collect interest for the last full month of a loan. If you pay off your loan on the 5th of the month by selling your home or refinancing, you must pay interest as though the loan continues until the last day of the month. Seen another way, you are being forced to pay interest on money that you have paid back.

Is this a big deal? You bet. HUD says that

Why the Extra Interest with FHA? Question: Why do I have to pay a full month of extra interest when paying off an FHA mortgage?

Answer: The FHA has long had a policy that allowed lenders to charge interest for money homeowners have not borrowed, a policy that is now coming to an end.

To understand what’s going on we first need to talk about prepayment penalties. These are charges for borrowers who pay off their loans early. Indeed, under the the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act,

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lenders collected $449 million for postsettlement interest charges just in 2012.

Now, however, HUD is proposing to end the post-settlement interest charge by January of next year and perhaps much sooner. The reason is to conform to the requirements of Wall Street reform.

Lenders should be able to collect interest as long as their principal is outstanding. However, paying interest on money that has been repaid always has been grossly unfair to FHA borrowers. An end to post-settlement interest charges is not only overdue, it’s a policy that should never have been started.

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4518 Anaco Beach Rd, Anacortes

407 State St, Sedro Woolley Turn-of-the-Century home w/unique details & character + contemporary upgrades. Kitchen w/red & white tile accents, gourmet Italian cook stove. Coved ceilings, curved doorways, & cozy nooks. Hardwood flooring in din/living. Warm cork flooring in kitchen/bkfast rm. Master on main floor w/ lg BR. & 2 lg. BR upstairs + secret play rm.

Gorgeous water views from this gently sloping property with beach access. 2.31 acres with development potential with one home per 7500 sq. ft. Concrete slab for RV parking or could be a future garage.

Includes parcels 32388, 61822, 61875, and 32447.

Call Becky Eide 360-770-9427 MLS#: 615840 $273,900

Call Becky Elde 360-770-9427 MLS# 520402 $499,000

2610 E Section #85, Mount Vernon

55+ Park: Beautiful well kept home with 3 bedrms and 2 ba, kitchen with nice eating space, new counter tops, new tile floors, breakfast table and chairs included, formal dining room & huge living room. Newly painted interior. Master bedroom has walkin closet & ba. Standing cabinets in the utility room included.

Call Jim Nicholas 360-708-9379 MLS#: 634241

$64,900

1. Thanks for the ladder! If you want to keep me out, store your ladder in the basement or a locked garage. And call your security company to wire upper-story windows into your alarm system.

2. Loved your trash! Empty boxes on the curb reveal what wonderful new toys you have. Next time, break down the boxes and conceal them in the recycling or trash bins.

3. Dear Can’t-Get-Around-to-It, Trim back bushes and trees near windows and doors.

Make sure entry points to your home are easily visible from the street — I much prefer to work in private! While you’re at it, install motion-sensor lighting. I’m scared of bright lights!

4. Bad reflection on you. You’d be surprised how many home owners position a mirror in their entry hall so I can see from a window if the alarm system is armed. Relocate the mirror so your alarm system isn’t visible if someone else would peer through a window.

1003 S 20th St, Mount Vernon Great rambler located on the Mount Vernon hill very close to Kiwanis Park.Granite counter tops in the kitchen and bath.A newer roof,a fenced backyard with a deck facing west for the afternoon sun. Gas heat,hot water and stove.Do not miss this one.

Call Laura Bird 360-630-9692 MLS#: 620182

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$185,000

1103 S 20th St, Mount Vernon

3 bedroom, 1 bath rambler on good size lot. Fenced back yard.

Near schools and hospital.

Call Mike Whitney 360-424-7166 MLS#: 629039 $155,000

FOR RENT: 4629 Hidden Lake Loop, Mount Vernon

For Rent 2400 sq ft 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home in Quadrant Home neighborhood. Fenced yard. Large Master Bedroom. 1725.00 per month.

Call Mike 360-424-3198

5. Thanks for the appointment! Thanks for inviting me into your home to view the laptop you wanted to sell. If you want to sell high-ticket items to strangers, I suggest you arrange to meet at the parking lot of your local police station. I definitely won’t show up, and you’ll still have your valuables (and your purse!)

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Savings Habits & the Housing Market

Americans are saving less than they were coming out of the recession, which could put them in a precarious spot when it comes to affording a home.

What’s ahead for housing? etrics like the supply of homes listed for sale versus the average number of homes sold monthly in a particular market or the increases or decreases in selling prices in past months are commonly used to predict future price and sales activity.

But other statistics – not as obviously tied to housing – can provide insight into the housing outlook.

Consider, for instance, a recent Bankrate survey that found only 51 percent of Americans have more emergency savings than credit card debt, the lowest percentage since the financial site began tracking this issue in 2011.

Indeed, when the country fell into a deep recession several years ago, shaken Americans began reforming poor savings habits, but that newfound thrift has been slipping of late. A survey released earlier this year from the Consumer Federation of America and the American Savings Education Council found that 68 percent of Americans are spending less than they earn and saving the difference. While that may seem impressive, that’s down from 73 percent in 2010.

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Savings Matter Especially in the post-financial crisis era of stricter lending rules, too many bills and too little savings will disqualify mortgage applicants.

“There’s no question that it’s much harder to get a conventional mortgage with a down payment that’s less than 5 percent [of the purchase price of the home],” says Barry Zigas, director of housing policy at CFA. Saving money is a struggle for many, but research shows that setting a goal to build a down payment fund “facilitates savings, especially when one sets a dedicated account for it,” says Meir Statman, a finance professor at the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development lists non-profit counseling agencies on its Website, www.hud. gov, which help would-be homeowners set realistic saving plans, see more on this below, “Home-Made Financial Help”.

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First-Timers Needed Like a game of dominoes, the housing market is fueled from the bottom with first-time buyers purchasing from moveuppers, and so on.

Since the recession, the share of first-time buyers has been below its historic average of about 40 percent of all purchasers, according to statistics from the National Association of Realtors.

In January of this year, for instance, first-time buyers accounted for 26 percent of all purchases.

Debt – both credit card and student loan – “appear to be contributing factors in suppressed entry-level activity, but it is difficult to discern to what extent,” notes Walter Molony, an NAR spokesman.

As the economy improves, adding jobs and boosting incomes, first-time buyers should return, notes Celia Chen, a housing economist for Moody’s Analytics.

But the reappearance of first-timers will be slow. “Young adults have had a hard time striking out on their own. Some 1.5 million millennials were unable to form their own households because of poor job opportunities,” Chen says. “With latestarting careers, the path to homeownership will be slower than it was for their parents.”

Lessons Learned Just about everyone – including the professionals who counsel home buyers and homeowners in financial difficulty– think about savings and debt differently than they did before the recession, says Doug Robinson, a spokesperson for NeighborWorks America, a housing and community development organization.

“Two-thirds of the people who faced foreclosure didn’t have any emergency savings,” Robinson says. “It is clear that a lot of Americans have a tough time saving money, but particularly if you are a homeowner it is important to have some cushion. We really stress that it’s important not to buy a home at the top of your budget.”

Current homeowners who are baffled by budgeting can tap professional counselors, whose services are often free from HUD-approved agencies, Robinson adds.

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CLASSIFIEDS 2 Bdrm, 315 W. Woodworth, S-W. $725 + dep. W/D hookups, no pets/smoking.

W/S/G pd. 360-854-8507.

WATERFRONT

MOVE IN SPECIAL $199 for 1st months rent.

2 bdrm, 1 ba, Burl., W/D hookup, W/S/G pd. No pets. $780/mo. 757-2923

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com S-W nice 2 bdrm, garage, applcs., yard, $875. Nice apt. $685. 206-999-7693 S.W. 2 bdrm, 1 ba, like new, W/D, D/W, rare opportunity to share private 5 acres withoutstanding view. $975/mo. $900/dep. Pets considered.

Hwy 9 & Prairie Rd. area.

360-333-4771 for info. & appt

Building lot on Skagit River, above the flood plain. Partially wooded in a good area. Excellent view. Ready to build on. No mobile homes. PUD water, power, phone, TV cable, with septic design. Critical area reviews has been completed.

Terms negotiable.

Call George at 360-391-1470

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Nice MV end unit in 1 level 4plex. 2 bdrm, 1 ba, carport.

W/S/G pd. No pets/smoke. $700/mo. $700 dep. Background chk. 610-9860 lv msg Sedro-Woolley, 2 Bdrm, 1 ¾ Ba, 2 car garage, 1050 sq. ft., gas heat/hot water, W/D, extra storage, $860 mo. Contact Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., 360-424-7368.

For Sale By Owner, doublewide, 2 Bdrm, 2 Ba, large living/dining room, family room with wood burning stove, appliances included, must be moved. $4,500. 530-753-5855

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ROBIN ROSS Experience, Integrity Old School Service Robin436@comcast.net 360-941-0408

29636 Bacus Road, Sedro-Woolley $339,000

OPEN HOUSE ON Sat., May 17th, 1:00-3:00 Secluded, private 20 acres with 1780+ SF of open living space, vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors throughout. Lg. family & living rooms. Marketable timber, beautiful garden beds & ponds. Detached 3 bay insulated shop/ garage with a finished rec room, 1/4 bath, wood heat. Adorable tree house, additional outbuildings. Enjoy nature at its best!

Call Linda Eastman, (360)202-4075 WRE/Skagit Valley 3810 Laurel Court, Mount Vernon $344,900

OPEN HOUSE ON SUN., MAY 18, 1:00-4:00 Spacious, elegant rambler in one of NW Washington's premier golf course communities! Open floor plan w/great room, high ceilings, gas fireplace, jetted tub in master, stamped concrete patio - all tastefully appointed. Stucco exterior for ease of maintenance - on a corner lot on quiet ,deadend street & backed by a greenbelt. Large 2 car garage w/shop area provides ample storage. Come see this comfortable home!

Call Jim Glackin, (360)428-2828 WRE/Skagit Valley

ESTATE SALE No Reasonable Offer Refused!

OPEN HOUSE – Sat. 1-3 21221 Estate Dr., Conway

New listing of exquisite ranch style home in popular Conway school district has 3400 sq. ft., 4+ bdrm, 4 bath, shop, formal dining room, formal living room, gourmet kitchen, 3 car garage. Built in 2001 this lovely home on nearly 2 acres in prestigious neighborhood will grab your heart strings. Dir: Exit 221 E on Hwy 534 2 miles, L into Cedar Ridge Estates. $579,000.

John Templeton, Windermere Real Estate 360-920-5646

Open House By Owner May 17 & 18, Sat & Sun 12PM - 3PM

3 bd, 2 ba, move-in ready family home with 2-car garage on ½ acre in Lyman (8 mi. east of Sedro-Woolley off Rt 20). All appliances stay. Addtl. 900' finished garage with propane stove; use as shop, gym, office,"Man Cave", RV or boat storage.

At appraisal $256,000 See photos on Zillow.com 31022 W. Main St. Lyman (360) 826-4506

Windermere Whatcom Agent Kari Acton 360-333-2922

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1502 Portobello Ave Sedro Woolley $239,950 Introducing Gateway Heights, new homes in Sedro Woolley. 1,809 SF upscale craftsman 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, open plan with large living area.

Granite counters, hardwood on the main floor and many other features.

ERIK PEDERSEN 360-391-1935 erikpedersengroup@gmail.com

KELLER WILLIAMS WESTERN REALTY

Open House 11AM-1PM Sat. 1016 Jameson St., Sedro-Woolley

3 Bdrm, 1 Ba, 1260 sq. ft., nice double lot. $174,900, bring offers, motivated seller.

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, MAY 17TH 1 - 3PM

OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND

by Jones Atterberry John L Scott Real Estate OPEN HOUSE SAT. 11-12:30 408 Barry Loop Mt. Vernon Better than new with many upgrades such as air cond., sec. system, newly extended patio, & window blinds.

Expansive fully fenced back yard w/garden shed & separate smaller fenced-in side yd. 4 bdrm, 2.5 ba 2390 sf. boasting a large great room flowing to the dining room, kitchen, & back yard. Too many upgraded features to list.

Brady DenBleyker 360-815-0210 Windermere Real Estate S on Laventure to Division, E on Division to Leann St., S on Leann to left on Barry Loop. Home on Left.

16021 Colony Mountain Road Bow 98232 You got to see this home!

Big fireplaces, spacious master suite, bright master bath, modern kitchen with beautiful cabinetry. The 1.7 acre property provides sweeping view to our San Juan Islands and Olympic Mtn. Range.

Open Sun., May 18th 1-4 MLS 625697 www.jonesatterberry.com 360-708-8935

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CLASSIFIEDS OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND

by Jones Atterberry John L Scott Real Estate

Open House!

Sat., May 17 @ 1pm - 4pm

PINE CREEK Open House

Mount Vernon

FOR RESULTS

Samish Island WATERFRONT

Call Tim L. Good 360-708-3828

Open House Sat., May 17th, 1 to 4 pm 7689 Chuckanut Dr., Bow Yes a first class Edison Farm House and this home is what we call MOVE-INREADY. Tradition is all about our home with formal living and dining rooms, charming kitchen with breakfast nook. Do you remember the old claw foot bathtubs? Yes we have one & of course a tiled shower too. www.jonesatterberry.com 360-708-8935

12759 Eagle Dr., Burl.

Beautiful & traditional home next to the Country Club Golf Course w/natural landscaping buffer. 3 bdrm / 2 full ba plus add'l bath, 1739 sq ft. Features a grand entry w/ French doors into a great room, fully equipped spacious kitchen with bar & garden window. Unique outdoor lighting, deck w/perfect views, upgraded energy efficient heat pump, high-tech security system.

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6 new homes OPEN for viewing!

2142-2774 sq ft, 1 & 2 level homes. Ramblers have nostep entry! 3-5+ bdrms. 3 car garages. Quality high end finishes. Great room & gas frplc.

Open House Friday, 12:00 – 6:00 Sat. & Sun. 1:00 – 4:00 Go to 3015 Pine Creek Dr. during Open House to view any of the homes! Or call Val Thomas Preview Properties at 360-333-0562 to set up an appt. From I-5, E. on College Way, N (left) on N. 30th, ¼ mi. to Pine Ck.

1325 Quentin, corner of Hazel. Beautiful 2+ Bdrm, 1 ¾ Ba, on large corner lot, solid oak floors. Move in ready.

For Sale by owner at reduced price, $225,000.

PH. 360-424-5235 Cell 360-303-0087 Unique 1+ acre in town with all utilities, secluded, great trees, one of a kind property across from Hillcrest Park. Fixer Up house & land is dividable.

5 min. from everything.

By Owner 360-391-3711

Tel # (360) 755-0888 SoriaRealEstate.com OPEN HOUSE! Sat., May 17 @ 1pm-4pm

OPEN HOUSE You are invited to tour this beautiful 5 bedroom home w/ 3 car tandem garage, gas fireplace, upstairs loft, master suite w/ walk in closet, warm welcoming colors, 3072 sf. $292,000.

MLS # 601620 Sat., May 17th, 10-12pm 432 Barry Loop, Mt Vernon There will be a drawing for a $50 gift certificate!

Call APRIL AXTHELM (360) 661-4947 aprilaxthelm@comcast.net John L Scott Skagit Real Estate

24443 Nookachamp Hills Drive, Mount Vernon Distinctive Craftman Style Gorgeous Details & Superior Finishes boasts Elegance as well as Comfort.

Gourmet kitchen splashed in granite, formal dining & den/office all on the main floor create a warm and inviting space for entertaining. Upper level hosts 4 bdrms, including a gracious master suite with 5 pc soaking tub. Oversized Lot, 3 car garage, covered front porch & patio in back.

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SUNDAY, MAY 18TH 12-3PM Welcome to Eaglemont living! Total 17 rooms in this 3,400+SF home in Eaglemont. 4 bdrms, 3.5 baths, 2 bonus rooms, 2 fireplaces, deck, 3-car garage and more. Golf & trails nearby.

4712 Parkview Lane, Mt. Vernon, WA 98274 OFFERED at $474,000 George Roth Coldwell Banker Bain 360-707-1431 GeorgeRoth@CBBain.com

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Prime Property at an Unbelievable Price Prime as in Views, Prime as in Location, Prime as in Price $112,000.00, Prime as Electrifying. One acre is just the right size, not to big not too small. Level building sites with Mount Baker views.

Enchanting describes the winding lane that's leading you to the top of the property. Water & electrical services are on Summit Trail Lane near Anacortes.

Are you ready for something new? Now it's up to you! Call for your appointment.

COLDWELL BANKER BAIN

Listing Broker, Jones Atterberry John L. Scott Real Estate 360-708-8935 www.jonesatterberry.com

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For sale: Concrete, WA. 3bd 2ba 1708 sf. built in 2004 on 5 ac. w/open floor plan ceramic tile entry oak cabinets w/center island dining 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 Home for sale by owner.

2 bdrm in Concrete city limits. $55,000. City utilities, new carpet, Electric wall heater and woodstove.

45956 Albert St. Call Larry 360-708-4071 or Charlie 206-362-1695 SKAGIT HEROES PROGRAM Skagit Heroes! If you're a military veteran, Firefighter/ EMT, Law Enforcement, Doctor, Nurse, or medical personnel, and would like to own your own home, program credit to Heroes when buying a home. Can be used with low and no down payment programs.

Go to: www.SkagitHeroes.com read website about the details, then call (360) 7082929. Include best time to call back. Bill Sauneuf, local contact, Preview Properties Skagit, LLC.

10529 Samish Is. Rd. $595,000.

Price reduced!!! Sensational custom one level home on 1.54ac w/access road to beach. 3 bdrm, 3 ba, open floor plan, hardwood floors, two car attached garage plus 1890 sq. ft. detached garage/workshop perfect for RV/boat/equip storage.

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

MLS#486866 Call Terry Smiley 425-985-9643 Champions Real Estate YOU WANT EXPERIENCE, WE HAVE IT! CALL US TODAY Full-time agents 30+yrs combined experience. $9 mil + in sales 2013 Knowledge of the community & market.

More info at: theboonteam.com Charlie & Jeannie Boon 360-708-9645 RE/MAX Territory NW

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3816 E BROADWAY, MOUNT VERNON W NE

$324,900

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13278 BEAVER LAKE RD, MOUNT VERNON $289,000 W NE

20196 CAVANAUGH COURT, MOUNT VERNON

Park Ridge home. 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs & Elva Hunter office/den. Hardwood entry. Tile in 360-202-3086 kitchen, dining. View of the valley from upstairs master BR suite, lg master double vanity, separate shower, large soaking tub & walk-in closet. Fully fenced yard w/mature trees, Spanish fountain, patio off kitchen & family room, great for back yard enjoyment.

Built-in storage in 3 car garage. Close to schools and medical center and Eaglemont Golf Course just around the corner! MLS# 634986

Lovely home on 9.54 fertile acres of farm land that has been used for JoAnn Boudreau potatoes, cattle, horses, hay. 3 BR, 2 360-391-0746 BA home w/jetted tub in the master bath, large kitchen w/pantry & ceramic countertops, tile floors, iron wood deck to overlook the mountains & pastures. 2 car garage plus a 30x41 metal shop bldg, fenced pasture & green house. In flood zone but has been raised 8 feet to be above water level at extreme flood time. MLS# 635256

4,388 sq.ft home on 5.4 acres with Big Lake view. Priced well below assessed value. Huge Living Room with spectacular view. Large Formal Dining Room. Tile floors w/radiant heat in Kitchen; breakfast/morning Suzanne Jenkins room with lake view. Large family 360-941-2983 room with wood fireplace. Large 3 car garage with heated shop/office. 12x34 composite deck. 50 yr.

Pabco roof and cedar siding. Heat pump ready. Up to 8 livestock allowed. MLS# 626665

3619 TRUMPETER PLACE, MOUNT VERNON $298,500

23191 STATE ROUTE 9, LAKE MCMURRAY $489,900

31123 68TH AVE, STANWOOD

Great 2980 sq.ft. home w/ large wrap around deck. 4 bdrm and 3 bath. Bright and sunny kitchen has beautiful cabinets and granite tile counter, lg dining rm. Huge family Elva Hunter room downstairs, bedroom, bath 360-202-3086 & utility. Huge garage w/ work/ shop area. Great neighborhood,close to School & College! MLS# 564724

Beautiful custom home offers lots of light, amazing views, unique parklike approach. Dock and boat launch. 75 feet of Lake McMurray waterfront. This home features Danya Wolf vaulted ceilings, formal living and 360-708-8294 dining rooms, large kitchen with stunning view. Daylight basement offers kitchenette and office/library; could easily be separate living area for guests. 726 sq ft garage and lots of parking.

MLS# 628057

Country Home with 2 large bedrooms, 1 and 3/4 bathrooms, Large bedroom, large living room and large kitchen with eating JoAnn Boudreau area. Fenced 5.2 acres with 3 bay 360-391-0746 machine shed and small shelter in the pasture. Garden area and fruit trees Easy access to Interstate 5 for commuting. MLS# 619837

16805 3RD AVE, LA CONNER

16856 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD, MOUNT VERNON $320,000

321 N 23 ST, MOUNT VERNON

$424,500

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$439,900

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$298,000 15068 NOOKACHAMPS RD. MOUNT VERNON $398,000

18223 MONTBORNE RD. MOUNT VERNON $259,900 Lovely 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on large corner lot with stunning view of Big Lake.

Cozy, covered front porch, low maintenance landscape.

Kitchen with granite counters.

Master with full bath and walk-in closet. Large deck and fenced yard with plenty of room to play or entertain!

MLS# 626255 4605 BEAVER POND DR. SOUTH

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

$624,900

Custom home w/4 Bdrm &

$186,000

One of a kind home in our Bonus. French Drs w/slate entry, community w/extensive hardwood & carpet, living w/gas fireplace, formal dining. Gourmet custom features. Features kitchen solid granite island, include: 14’ vaulted ceilings Danya Wolf in living room; 10’ ceilings 360-708-8294 beautiful cabinets. French door Elva Hunter throughout; hardwood floors; granite counters; opens to Lg Deck that spans the 360-202-3086 maple cabinets; stainless appl; custom entire house, overlooking the golf millwork & blinds. Fabulous p.a. system; fully course. Electric sun-shades & Central Air. Eaglemont landscaped; 20+ fruit trees, blueberries, Community w/spectacular clubhouse & restaurant.

MLS# 596194 grapes, roses, fencing and shop. MLS# 589312 $83,900 1508 LINDSAY LOOP #105, MOUNT VERNON $210,000 17706 RAY PAUL LANE, LA CONNER !

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View! View! View! Walk to the beach, tennis courts and picnic areas as owner has an ownership interest in beach Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 front, acreage; and amenities.

Fee simple. Owned land. Classic view home has many updates while retaining character of yesteryear. Also has Shop. 2nd building lot possible. MLS# 626221

Lovely 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with view of Big Lake. Ready for you to move in. Double garage, security system, bath off Master and large walk-in closet.

Gas fireplace at the living room on the main floor. Large finished recreation room with storage at the basement. MLS# 622887 JoAnn Boudreau

4921 61ST DR. NE, MARYSVILLE

4900 MONARCH BLVD, MOUNT VERNON $1,600/MO

$295,000

360-391-0746

Great 4 bedroom home on Mount Vernon Hill. This home features brick accents, exposed aggregate driveway and a concrete patio.

Good sized, fenced yard for Danya Wolf gardening, playing or entertaining 360-708-8294 Interior offers a hardwood entry, maple flooring and cabinets, skylights, a fireplace and spacious master suite. MLS# 615984

1087 DIGBY RD, MOUNT VERNON

Beautiful Condo! 2 bd. plus a den. 2 bathrooms, granite counter tops, vaulted ceilings, JoAnn Boudreau large tile master shower. 360-391-0746 Great floor plan. All on one floor w/ no steps. 2 car garage w/ auto opener.

MLS# 601928

Completely remodeled cabin with beautiful mahogany deck.

Marble countertop. One of a kind bathroom shower has Suzanne Jenkins view of Olympics. Slate tile and 360-941-2983 hardwood floors. 12x12 newer outbuilding plus 10x10 outbuilding.

Danya Wolf $7000 lease. 50ft waterfront.

MLS# 560216 (360)708-8294

$449,000

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Mid-entry 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers nice yard, gas fireplace, wood doors, trim and millwork. Only minutes to I-5 and shopping.

Sandy Everett 360-202-3706

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

2688 sq. ft. Spacious & immaculate 3 bdrm (HUGE MASTER), 2.5 bath home on a corner lot. Upscale neighborhood w/ trails & play areas in a planned development. 3 bdrms w/bonus rm & washer/dryer upstairs; recreation room w/ gas fireplace on main floor.

Credit/Background screening application required for each adult (over 18 yo) applicant. Fee is $45.00 per application. MLS# 625348

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, John Hunter Medical, shy 1 acre. MLS# 524620 360-202-3854

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