Real Estate Weekly | December 11, 2015

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Q & A: ASK OUR BROKER P. 4

HOPEFUL BUYERS’ BIG QUESTION: HELP? P. 4

THINKING OUTSIDE THE HOME P. 9

FEATURE HOME:

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13862 S. FREDONIA RD, MOUNT VERNON Agent: Megan O’Bryan, Windermere/Skagit Valley

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Hopeful Buyers’ Big Question: Help? P. 4

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Concrete $94,500 3 BR, 2 BA home with many new updates. New kitchen counter tops & beautiful glass cabinets. Jetted tub & duel sinks. Located on a dead end street. Large .22-acre lot.

Excellent view. MLS #859452 Call Mike, 540-1341

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La Conner $152,000 Fantastic 6+ acres of fee simple property w/well, septic & power. Located off a dead end road. 2 BR, 1 BA manufactured home. 36 x 36 shop. Great opportunity to build your dream home! MLS #875192 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Concrete $159,950 Very nice & clean 2 BR, 2 BA w/office/bonus rm. Move in ready 1992 dbl wide mobile on .41 acres. Fully fenced.

Wired 24 x 36 shop w/wood stove. Shed, gazebo & fire pit. MLS #811932 Call Corinne, 202-2397

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Burlington $254,950 Rambler located in established East Burlington neighborhood. Nearly 2000 SF, 4 BR, 1.75 BA. Spacious living room with gas fireplace. Wide galley kitchen open to living room. Setup nicely for separate living, 2nd kitchen, separate entry. 20 x 20 heated shop, RV Parking, 3 storage sheds. Yard is landscaped to perfection. MLS #865098 Call Ron, 333-1045

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

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Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Arlington $410,000 Charming mini-farm on 4.87 acres. Big Red Barn & wrap around porch. 2 large bedrooms, 2 baths. 1500 SF + 476 SF unfinished upstairs bonus room/3rd bedroom.

Fenced & cross fenced. 3 car detached garage. 30’ x 40’ garden bed & loads of edible landscaping. New well pump, pressure tank, water heater & sump pump. MLS #848582 Call Maggie, 610-8413

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

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OPEN HOUSE SAT DEC. 12TH 1-3PM 3455 Woodcrest Lane, Bow $444,000 Dir: I-5, Bow Hill Exit East, N on 99, E on Parson Crk, N on Skaarup, E on Echo Hill, N to home. Amazing custom home on 5.45 acres. Panoramic views of sound & Olympics. 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Custom gourmet kitchen.

Beautiful detail & elegant finishes throughout. 2-story shop w/600+ SF living quarters upstairs. MLS #810735 & MLS #830121 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

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Mount Vernon $425,000 Need space? Custom built home has over 3000 SF & sits on shy 1 acre. 3+ BR, 3.5 BA. Great location.

Bamboo & tile flooring. Full studio w/separate entrance.

Gorgeous master suite on main level. Dbl sided gas fireplace. A must see! MLS #870661 Call Debbie, 708-8780

Ivana Wood 770-3550

Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

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Bellingham $497,450 Lovely Silver Beach home. 4 BR, 2.75 BA, 2579 SF. Beautiful finishes w/formal & informal living, lg kitchen w/granite & hardwood. Master suite w/jetted tub, huge closet & balcony. Spacious fenced yard w/urban garden.

Easy access to downtown, Lake Whatcom or Lake Padden. MLS #875594 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Corinne Cartwright 202-2397

Mount Vernon $214,500 Welcome home! Many original features like hardwood floors, arched doors, etc. Lots of build-ins to add to the character of this home. 2 BR, 1.5 BA, possibility for a 3 BR. Gas heat supplemented w/wood fp. New roof in 2014. Workshop & lots of storage & shelving in basement. Private backyard. MLS #775438 Call Ivana, 770-3550

Maggie deSouza 610-8413

Ayla Contois 610-1652

Jennifer Baker 220-1526

Bellingham $585,000 Lake Samish waterfront home. Well-cared for, built in 2002. 1867 sq. ft., 2 BR, 1 ¾ baths. Lg. open kitchen w/ granite counters. Bulkhead, dock, westerly view. Tankless water heater, F.S. propane stove. MLS #769355 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

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Steph Vervaart 755-5555

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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FEATURE HOME FROM COVER:

home lending, locally grown

13862 S. FREDONIA RD, MOUNT VERNON

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Windermere Real Estate/Skagit 1030 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360.424.4901 www.WindermereSkagit.com

make great lenders Umpqua’s home lenders are local experts equipped with an array of options for your purchase, refinance or new construction. Plus, we’ll stick with you every step of the way—because that’s what good neighbors do.

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Bob Hoerner

Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS # 487442

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Loan products subject to credit approval. Other terms, conditions, restrictions & fees may apply. Full documentation, title & property insurance required. Flood insurance required if property is located in a Special Flood Hazard Area.

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

GREEN ACRES LIVING… 3 Br.,1.75 Ba., in the country, COUNTRY RAMBLER… 3 Br., 1.75 Ba., bonus room yet close to town. Lg fully fenced backyard w/room to play. could be 4th Br., Good roof, solid foundation. Situated on 1 $249,500. #860474 acre, 5 minutes from I-5. $239,500. #844118 BURLINGTON LOT… zoned general commercial. Perfect site for clinic or any professional use, sewer & water.

Survey & elevations complete. $415,000.

ROOM TO GROW… Spacious 3 Br., 2.5 Ba. 2 story home w/over 2100sf to enjoy! Many upgrades, second floor has huge loft area, Irrigation system. JUST REDUCED! $237,900. #830457 BUILT AS A B&B… 4.87 acres fully fenced, beautifully maintained, ready for animals, 36X32 barn & outbuildings. Home or Lodge has 5 Br, master on main. $435,000. #735543 SEDRO-WOOLLEY COMM’L BLDG… own a well maintained bldg., great downtown location. Bldg has 7000 sf & 4 separate businesses. $597,000 #824558

Galen Kindred Holly Hilts Jeff Ingman

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770-7083 661-5538 202-2859

Megan O’Bryan 360-708-5817

Classic Farmhouse on 1.49 level acres with western exposure & views of the Olympics & Mt. Baker. Home is 2400/SF with cozy gathering room off the kitchen, formal dining room, spacious formal living room with beautiful woodwork & propane fireplace insert. Large pantry/laundry & 3/4 on main. Upstairs the master bedroom has fireplace, private 3/4 bath. 3 additional beds & full bath up. Property has mature landscape, greenhouse, detached carport with RV parking & shop room, orchard, plus shop-ready slab. MLS #862176

Contact your friendly, local Skagit Valley Area Home Lender today.

Susie DeVries

$329,000

SAMISH ISLAND LOT… Enjoy peek-a-boo Island views from this lot, which also includes easement to the beach below. .24 ac. Parcel. $75,000. #777533 NEW MT. VERNON LISTING… roomy & clean, 2 Br in excellent condition in quiet neighborhood. Very large master with walk-in closet & master bath. $214,500. #872792 GREAT LOCATION… Townhome style condo convenient to shopping & 1-5. 2 master suites, spacious living room adjoins kitchen & dining area. Large 2 car garage & storage. #853301. $184,500 UNBELIEVABLE BARGAIN… for 60 acres of Timberland just 3 miles east of Sedro-Woolley. $89,500.#600933

Tim Reichert 391-5587 David Parsons 391-4008 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013

LAKE CAVANAUGH… no bank waterfront. Gorgeous views from charming home, beautiful wood floors, wood vaulted ceilings. Spacious kitchen, lg deck, outdoor fireplace & your own dock. $725,000. #3810568 IMMACULATE… 3 BR, 2400sf Shelter Bay home. Daylight basement finished and views of mountains and bay. $269,900. #811061 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME… gently sloped 1.7 acre lot with lake & mountain views. Choose your plans & build. Utilities in street. $120,000. #700679 NEW PRICE! NOW IS THE TIME… to own your own office, or retail bldg. Interest rates & loan values are at an all time low. Check w/your accountant & check out tax savings. $240,000. #789813 GREAT BLDG SITE… 17 acres in very private setting near Mount Vernon. Already has issued building permit. $239,500. #594939

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Jodi Dynes Shelah Inman Fritz Inman

VINTAGE & BEAUTIFUL… updated 1930’s home on Mt. Vernon Hill w/in-ground pool, basement, bonus room w/ vintage bar. Amazing kitchen, $319,000. #821988 NICELY SECLUDED… 4 Br., 2 Ba., Rambler surrounded by beautiful evergreen trees on an 1.67 acre lot near Sedro-Woolley. $298,500. #824068 HEAVILY WOODED… 20 acres at top of hill. Logged about 20 years ago & will be ready to harvest again in 15 to 20 years. $79,500. #600899 CONVENIENTLY LOCATED… NEWER 1130sf 2 Br., 1.75 Ba. Rambler. Nice living room with gas fireplace, attached garage, well. Landscaped & patio for BBQ’s. $209,900. #831438 SALE PENDING

333-7783 661-0145 661-0147

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HOPEFUL BUYERS’ BIG QUESTION:

ASK OUR BROKER

By Peter G. Miller

LOANS: WHY ARE THEY SO COMPLICATED?

analysis with the Mortgage Bankers Association, said in August that “legacy loans continued to account for the majority of all troubled mortgages. Seventy-three percent of the loans that were seriously delinquent, either more than 90 days delinquent or in the foreclosure We recently applied for a process were originated before mortgage, and the experience was 2008, even as the overall rate of terrible. We were asked for a lot of serious delinquencies for those paperwork and then were asked for cohorts decreased.” more paperwork. Why don’t lenders A 2014 report found that most simplify the system so that financing loan application files contain at a house is as easy as getting a car least 500 pages of material. That loan or financing for a refrigerator? may seem like an insane amount of paperwork, but if you look closely at the numbers you will see that loan files include a number of thick I suspect this is not what you documents that contain a lot of want to hear, but lenders actually pages that borrowers don’t actually are doing you a favor by getting prepare, including sale agreements, your loan application right. To do appraisals, credit reports, bank this they have to document all the claims made in your loan application statements and appraisal reviews.

Lenders want a lot of paperwork and they have to verify a number of to assure that they’re meeting related items as well. all investor and insurance If this seems excessive then requirements, in addition to all the consider the alternative: In the requirements established under period between 2000 and 2007 the Dodd-Frank Wall St. Reform it was fairly easy to get so-called and Consumer Protection Act. The “nontraditional” mortgages that required little or no documentation, central purpose of such thick files is to assure that in the future they’re and in some cases borrowers could not sued if a standard has not been pretty much guess their income. met or a loan goes bad.

While this may sound heavenly Equally important, you as a for anyone trying to get a loan, borrower want to assure that your the fact is that such irresponsible underwriting standards were at the loan application is fully documented to avoid any future claims of heart of the mortgage meltdown, impropriety or mortgage fraud. This the loss of some 7 million homes is why it makes sense to gleefully to foreclosure, and continuing give your lender all required weaknesses in the housing sector even to this day. For instance, Marina paperwork – and to keep copies for yourself.

Walsh, vice president of industry

HELP?

Question:

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Many potential buyers seek help with a down payment. But asking for it can be difficult

their children about their own financial situation … We often see parents spending down their retirement funds.”

Money may be a sensitive topic, but necessity has driven many to ask, with first-time buyers since the recession ow do you ask a began circa 2008 twice question when no as likely to receive down one wants to talk payment help from family about the subject?

Often, it’s quite clum- and friends than those who bought before, acsily, without much effort cording to a report from at sparking an honest Zillow’s Aaron Terrazas, a exchange.

That’s what Dave Har- senior economist for the real estate company. din, of Hardin Financial What’s more, high Group in Troy, Michigan, has observed after work- rents, still-tight credit availability and student ing with parents whose adult children have asked debt have combined to for money to assist with make down-payment assistance key to struggling a down payment for a buyers, notes Terrazas. home purchase.

Before asking, hopeful “It is so important to buyers should investigate be careful when thinkoptions, says David Reing about asking your parents for help,” Hardin iss, a real estate professays. “Many parents are sor at The Brooklyn Law unable to be honest with School.

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“You would want to press your lenders to identify all first-time homebuyer programs you might be eligible for,” Reiss suggests. The Federal Housing Administration offers loans with low down payments, and many state housing finance agencies offer low or no-down loans to eligible buyers, he notes.

In any case, says Reiss, “It would be helpful to know your options when speaking with family members about a gift.

“They might be willing to give a smaller gift for an FHA mortgage, or they might be willing to make a larger gift if they see that it would result in lower monthly payments for you,” Reiss says “And, the mere fact you did this type of research is evidence that you are a financially responsible adult,” he concludes.

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AMERICAN DREAM REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC. #810537 • $169,900

Shelter Bay Home

#685048 • $125,000

1.6 Acre Arbor Lane

Charming One Level Home #862621• $142,500

Fannie Mae Homepath home! Spacious home w/ versatile flr plan offers sep. living areas or one lg home. Enjoy main level living that is spacious, light & inviting w/vaulted ceiling & skylights. Mature landscaping & mtn view. Lower daylight level features kitchen & guest ste, lg gar, generator & nice back yard w/patio. Community marina, golf, tennis, swimming pools & pvt beach! Annual lease for land.

Nicely treed 1.6 acre building lot just south of Mount Vernon City limits. This is a certified building lot, gas electric and water in street at property line. Easy access to I-5 & Mount Vernon.

Great Buy!! Lg kitchen, original hdwd flrs throughout.

Two nice sized bedrooms, remodeled bathroom.

Double pane windows and forced air heat. Newer roof and siding & exterior paint. Set on a nice flat lot with fruit trees, private back yard Detached carport offers tons of storage. Best buy in this price range!!

Fannie Mae Homepath house in Mount Vernon located on a private lane on over 1 acre right off College way. This 3 bedroom 2 bath 1671 sqft home features NEW: Roof, Siding, Interior Paint, Carpet, Appliances, Plumbing and much more! This hard to find property is a great value and ready for new owners. Don’t miss out on this great property.

Wonderful Fannie Mae Homepath Nookachamp 3 bedroom 2 bath 1996 sqft 1 level home. This property features an open floor plan with vaulted ceiling and amble natural light, huge master suite with 2 way fire place walk in closet & private bath, large kitchen with hardwood floors and dining area, gas heat, gas hot water, large 2 car garage. New paint & new carpet too! All in the terrific Nookachamp Hills neighbor hood just outside of Mount Vernon.

Terrific Office building right off I-5 In Mount Vernon.

This extremely well maintained property has excellent cash flow and rental history. Don’t miss out on this fantastic location and property! Stable tenants, building is in excellent condition with a terrific projected cap rate of 7.3% for 2015.

1 Acre Right Off College Way Fannie Mae Nookachamp Hills #843469 • $204,900 #864985 • $345,500

Terrific Office Building #748958• $599,999

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www.WindermereSkagit.com 7158 STEELHEAD LANE, BURL

$268,500

Updated 1 story home on the tranquil Samish River.

3 beds, 2.25 baths. This lovely home boasts large living & family room, brand new kitchen with new cabinets, countertops & appliances, new flooring throughout, new interior & exterior paint, new roof & a huge level lot. 2 car garage. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #862640

617 FERRY ST, SW

$272,500

Circa 1913 Colonial on Historic Ferry Street! Stately corner lot, beautiful front porch, 9’ ceilings, lots of character, period light fixtures, newer roof, windows, refinished hardwoods, newer paint, furnace, & more! 1809 sf, 4 beds, 2.5 baths. More photos & info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Shawn & Tiffany Danley 298-4857/Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 #871576

15408 STATE ROUTE 9, MV

$295,000

1910 farmhouse plus a 1980 Mfg home on 2 adjoining lots totaling 7.93 acres. Beautiful mountain & valley views, fruit trees, & rolling pasture space. Individual Septic systems for both properties; shared well between the 2. Lots of possibilities. 2254 SF, 4 beds, 2.25 baths. SkagitValleyHomes.com. Bill & Jannette Krieger 360-421-4446/ Shawn & Tiffany Danley 360298-4857 #855253

300 N. OAK ST, BURL

RESIDENTIAL 2610 E. SECTION ST #82, MV

$47,500

A Marlette home with great potential in the very popular Little Mountain Estates. Light, bright & airy this home boasts spacious rooms with a wonderful floor plan. Very nice family/den off the living room.

The den could be a 3rd bedroom. Very nice back patio with mature landscaping. Call Sarah Minton, 770-3076 #819879

2610 E. SECTION ST #87, MV

$78,500

Well maintained home in Little Mountain Estates.

This 3 bed, 2 bath home features an open floor plan to allow for natural light as well as a breakfast nook.

The back yard is full of beautifully manicured vegetation that backs up to the community park. Call Jake Koetje, 466-8045 #828661

7757 DILLARD AVE, CONCRETE

$94,900

Investment opportunity! Great rental with good renters. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1300+ SF. Quiet location at the end of the street. Large fenced yard, 2 car covered parking. Great family room with wood stove that has a beautiful surround. Call Geri Cole, 391-1614 #834565

717 W. LINCOLN ST, MV

$119,900

Investment opportunity! Updated electrical, plumbing, & windows. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 886 SF. Call Geri Cole, 391-1614 #834521

1303 MADDOX CREEK RD, MV

$219,500

Great ground floor unit. No steps. 2 beds plus a den/ office, 2 baths, & a 2 car attached garage. Lots of windows, sunset views, large open chef’s kitchen, all appliances stay, walk in closet, laundry just off the kitchen. Walk off the deck into your back yard. Call Dick Nord, 661-6529 #874161

4612 NOOKSACK LOOP, MV

$239,950

Skagit Highlands - move-in ready, super clean, gas heat, tankless w/h, large fenced backyard w/ raised garden bed, & all appliances included, 1680 SF, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, 2 car garage. More photos & information at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Bill & Jannette Krieger, 421-4446 / Shawn & Tiffany Danley, 488-3858 #839944

17304 OLYMPIC PL, MV

5798 CEDAR DR, BOW

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360-661-4947 360-421-4111 360-770-9427 360-421-4446 360-941-9443 360-708-5030

David Mani Deborah McNeal Dick Nord Donna Rowell Elizabeth Miller George Bellos

425-319-7091 360-707-8073 360-661-6529 360-708-7984 360-420-3607 360-708-9762

Geri Cole Harry Ota Jake Koetje Jamie Yantis Jannette Krieger Jim Glackin

360-391-1614 360-708-3500 360-466-8045 360-540-5264 360-708-0233 360-428-2828

$710,000

Beautiful 4,000+ SF home sits at the end of a private road on well-manicured grounds. This home has an open floor plan, with a tremendous kitchen built to entertain. Full finished day light basement & is equipped with large decks & patios perfect for entertaining. Come enjoy this peaceful & private home.

Call Jake Koetje, 466-8045 #778282

18907 W BIG LAKE BLVD, MV

$897,000

Big Lake Custom home w/100 ft of waterfront features 4 bdrms including master suite, 3.5 bath, rec rm, & bonus rm plus a 4-car garage. Gourmet kitchen w/an impressive marble island w/eating area, family, dining & living room, 3 sets of French doors leading to the expansive deck w/uninterrupted lake views.

Call Sherry Johansen, 708-3636 #771852

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY NEW

$299,900

Turn of the century home offering beautiful millwork & character. Free standing gas stove, formal dining & living rooms. Lg. master suite. Wrap around deck, outbuilding & garage. Exterior access for large attached office w/ kitchen & bath. Great location.

Call Linda Eastman, 202-4075 #865119

507 N. 1ST ST, MV

$324,000

Remodeled triplex located close to downtown, shopping & medical district, easy freeway access.

Each unit is 2 beds, 1 bath. Open floor plans, light & bright, kitchen w/ breakfast bar & eating area. Lower level has an add’l 500+SF of space. 4 private storage spaces. Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 #827196

17325 OLYMPIC PL, MV

$369,000

Come see this NW contemporary modified A-frame - a custom home perfectly suited to its site! Peaceful Skyridge community offers easy I-5 & Mount Vernon access, privacy & large treed lots – 3 beds, 2.25 baths, 2187 SF. Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 #840992

5459 PARKRIDGE PLACE, SW

430 STATE STREET, SW

$499,900

Charming 2 story home in beautiful Park Ridge. Sitting on a shy 5 acres & surrounded by fruit trees. This house features a full mother-in-law in the downstairs floor & 7 bays in the garage/shop. The home has new exterior & interior paint. Paved driveway, a huge deck with a hot tub. Call Nathan Loeb, 333-7197 #870767

Jim Koetje Josh Scott Karen Beckner Karine Anderson Lee Ann Dean Linda Eastman

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360-202-2500 360-708-1010 360-840-9455 360-421-1189 360-421-3082 360-202-4075

$135,000

This business has a great reputation. Turn-key operation. Territory includes all of Skagit, & portions of Whatcom, Snohomish, & Island Counties. 2 trucks included, 1 w/ glass rack. Business does replacement windows, (residential & commercial), equipment glass-laminated & tempered, auto glass installation, shower door installation, & commercial door installation. Call Becky Elde, 770-9427 #872699

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 April Axthelm Balisa Koetje Becky Elde Bill Krieger Cindy Sullivan Dave Patterson

$525,000

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

Margy Furst Megan O’Bryan Nathan Loeb Rita Ingram Robin Lee Luif Sarah Minton

360-488-3458 360-708-5817 360-333-7197 360-708-8338 360-420-2026 360-770-3076

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

360-488-3858 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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www.AnacortesRealEstate.com RESIDENTIAL NEW CONSTRUCTION!

NEW PRICE!

BEACHWOOD LN, ANACORTES $494,900-$589,900 Beachwood Lane is a new neighborhood of 9 coastal homes w/water & territorial views. The community will include a mixture of single level & 2 level designs w/upscale finishes. Homes will range in size from 1982 to 2936 SF, 3-4 bedrooms & 2-3 baths. Granite slab countertops, tile showers, white millwork, fully wrapped windows, fully fenced, landscaped & irrigated yards are included in each home. Pick your finishes & have the home built just for you. Pre-sale opportunities are available now!

Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 NEW PRICE!

4902 DOON WY, ANACORTES

2001 DOWN JONES WY, ANACORTES

7682 HIDEAWAY LN, ANACORTES

$384,000

This custom home has great design to create privacy zones for bedrooms away from common living areas.

Great room design with vaulted ceiling hardwood floors, fireplace & built in cabinets accent the French doors leading to an expansive deck. The spacious lot offers a balance of wooded privacy and view. Attached 2-car garage & privacy fencing on this low maintenance yard. Easy to access community beaches.

Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 802664

$765,000

One of Skyline’s finest estates. Lush, mature landscaping surround the expansive property awarding you unparalleled privacy & beauty. This impeccably maintained home offers main-level-living which includes spacious formal living & dining rooms, a beautiful kitchen that opens to a breakfast area & family room, a remodeled master suite, upper & lower covered patios & an add’l lower family room w/ wet bar & fireplace.

Rob Skelton 360.488.3776 MLS# 805131

4223 MITCHELL DR, ANACORTES

$450,000

Panoramic views of Fidalgo Bay & Mt. Baker from this private home on a large lot. This main level living home is light & bright w/vaulted ceilings & skylights.

Open floor plan w/kitchen open to dining area & living room. Master suite w/door to deck, private bath w/walk in shower & Premier Care step in tub.

Lower level has separate zoned thermostat, a huge bonus room & two spacious bedrooms. Large deck, oversized 3 car garage.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 763360

17531 DUNBAR RD, MOUNT VERNON

ndermere Mortgage Services at (425) 268-7995

$339,900

Meticulously cared for home with 3 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bath, wonderful family and dining room areas plus an extended living and eating area with gas fireplace. Large fenced yard and covered deck with raised gardens and shed. 2 shops and RV/boat parking Home sits at the end of a street and is close to town, schools and easy Whidbey or HWY 20 access.

Great home and value.

Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS# 867579

$369,000

Sitting on almost an acre, this lovely property has it all. 3 bedroom triple-wide w/new hardi-plank siding & roof; covered porch & updated large kitchen. Cozy gas fireplace in living room. Trex back deck for outdoor enjoyment. Beautifully landscaped yard includes several different kinds of fruit trees & flowers. Oversized shop/garage & motorhome shed offer space for every need. Private, rural feeling yet close to town.

Cynthia Aanestad 360.610.0120 MLS# 865752

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14343 JURA WY, ANACORTES

$495,000

This unique remodeled home on over 2 acres offers you privacy & views. 50yr stone coated metal roof & wrap around composite deck w/glass railings. Deluxe kitchen w/granite countertops & center-island. Key living on the main level w/ spacious master suite. Natural gas radiant heat for the home. Lower level has 2nd master suite, huge family rm w/wet bar plus a rec room area too. Large lot w/room to build a garage & more.

Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 868392

19817 APOSTOLIC WY, BURLINGTON

$325,000

19817 (P62339) is approx. 58,000 SF & has 2004 mobile home on it. 19815 (P62336) is approx. 16,600 SF & includes an approx. 1860 SF building used as a church & older mobile which could be used as a classroom. County issued two lot certs. Each parcel is avail. for $175,000 or both for $325,000.

End of property is supposed to revert to City of Burlington. Buyer should consult w/city for present & future uses.

Judy Moore 360.770.3515 MLS# 821126

1520 38TH ST, ANACORTES

$525,000

430 CAYUSE PL, LA CONNER

$299,500

Beautifully laid out home includes 3,065 sf, 3 bdrms & 2-1/2 bths. Office, family rm & open living space between the kit, liv & din areas. Granite counter tops, built-ins, bamboo & cork flooring add to the comfortable feel of this hm. Views of Mt. Baker & Fidalgo Bay. Fenced backyard w/kennel, patio areas & gas fire pit for complete outdoor enjoyment. Sprinkler system & space for RV/boat parking.

Gina Davis 360.708.7794 MLS#875772 Updated home w/2BR, office & 3 baths on a quiet street in the heart of Shelter Bay; handicap accessible. Mature landscaping & spacious deck set the stage to enjoy views of the marina & mtns. Open floor plan w/updated kitchen, new carpet, laminate floors plus vaulted ceiling & clerestory windows. Key living on the main level w/lower level office or guest space plus spacious family room. Oversized 2-car garage w/shop & storage space.

Colleen Sargent 360.202.2155 MLS# 822950

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THINKING OUTSIDE THE HOME

A homebuyer doesn’t just buy four walls and roof – they buy into a whole new world. Keep these intangibles in mind as you look into a future home purchase

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first-time homebuyer usually has a big-item checklist: a master bathroom; an open kitchen with no obnoxiously colored tile in the kitchen; plentiful outdoor space, perhaps.

Beyond these quantifiable items, though, there are aspects of choosing a home that take more time and effort to check out. Follow these tips to make sure you find the perfect home for all your wants and needs.

GET AN AGENT The most important decision a first-time buyer makes is to choose an agent “who constantly works to meet your expectations,” says Mike Wolf, a San Diego-based real estate agent and author of “The First Time Homebuyer Book” (Dog Ear Publishing, 2010).

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outline the highlights and the lowlights of a property, never leaving out information that could make a purchaser think twice.

Buying a new home is a big deal, so having good help along the journey is essential.

FOLLOW UP WITH A SOLID FOUNDATION Wolf says to be mindful of four major attributes of a home that you may not immediately notice: the foundation, plumbing, electrical work and roof. Rely on professional home inspector to red flag potential problems.

“Don’t try to pretend like you know what you’re talking about because you read a few articles online,” Wolf says. “Let your real estate agent get you linked to people who deal with these things every single day.”

DOUBLE-CHECK THE NEIGHBORHOOD The house may look good, but how is the ’hood? Even “safe” neighborhoods have fallbacks. Check out the neighborhood more than once and at different times of the day.

Katherine Ross, director of coaching at a real estate consultancy in Swansea, Illinois, suggests asking yourself questions like, “Is there garbage on the street?” or “How do the yards look?” She also says to be aware of the amount of street parking, which can indicate the level of commotion, and be on the lookout for future projects like building and construction that might intervene with your move.

“A home’s value is based on location and condition,” says Ross.

“You can change the condition, but you cannot change the location.”

Wolf says to make it a mission to meet the neighbors and ask them questions about the neighborhood.

“There are going to be people coming and going, parking their cars, walking their dogs,” he says.

Get to know them, find out more about the area and the maintenance of the neighborhood. Is it clean? Is it safe? Are the rates good?

“That gets you the best, most honest answers,” he says.

CAN YOU WALK IT? In 2014, the median age of a first-time homebuyer was 31, according to the National Association of Realtors. Many first-time homebuyers are young, and young couples are more apt

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to search for a home that supports green and healthy living. That can mean anything from solar panel roofs to energyefficient lighting and insulation. But the biggest energy saver is one many might not consider: being car-less.

Walking instead of driving not only cuts energy usage, but it also saves a homeowner money and contributes to a healthier, active daily routine.

The website WalkScore promotes walkable neighborhoods by ranking cities and towns based on how easy it is to reach amenities and services on foot versus using automotive transportation, among other pedestrian-friendly measures. House hunters can enter an address on WalkScore to deter-

mine a neighbohood’s walkability. The higher the WalkScore, the more walkable it is. Scores are determined by the distance between homes in a neighborhood to places of importance: the grocery store, school, work.

KEEP AMENITIES IN MIND A quick, easily walkable trip to the supermarket is great, but remember that proximity comes with a price.

“The amount of amenities and the proximity of them to a specific house is highly correlated with price,” Wolf says.

“You definitely get what you pay for in real estate.

If living centrally is important to you, be prepared to pay a premium in order to do so.”

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CLASSIFIEDS 2 Bdrm, W/D, $1,395, util. pd. incl. cable/internet. 1 yr. lease, 1st, dep. 360-770-7877 Cozy Big Lake 1 bdrm, water view, $695. No smoke/ pets. 206-778-8147

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

Piazza Realty Property Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT (7368) www.prpmrentals.com

Huge rec room attached to a large home for rent, all utilties paid $500 a month.

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CUTE 2 BEDROOM HOME

Open House Dec. 5th & Dec. 12th, 1-5pm Come see at: 1062 Tinas Coma Dr. Burlington, 98233

Must see cute 2 bedroom house in Sedro Woolley.

Original hardwood floors through out. Within walking distnace to town and schools. Fenced in backyard. Appliances come with house. $185,000 OBO. Please call for an appt.

(360) 899-5774.

View Sunrises from 2 covered decks 4 Bdrm, 2.5 Ba 3221 sq. ft.

Architect designed, stone columns in/out.

2 fireplaces.

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Completely renovated 3 BR 2 BA rambler, built in 1970, rebuilt to 2015 standards.

Large lot, walk to Mt. Erie Elementary, open concept, new inside and out. $329,000.

Shown by builder. 360-941-9205

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13062 GLENWOOD DRIVE, CLEARLAKE

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$649,000 4020 PUEBLO HEIGHTS, MOUNT VERNON

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JoAnn Boudreau lease and NO Pets. Background/Credit check 360-202-3706 course. Eaglemont Community w/spectacular clubhouse & Approx. 1400 sf not far between Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley. MLS# 865834 360-391-0746 $52 for each adult 18 years and above. First, last and deposit. restaurant. MLS#815455 2680 118TH AVE SE #103, BELLEVUE $225,000 1804 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON $599,000 604 S NORRIS ST., BURLINGTON $168,000 1412 S. 27 ST, MOUNT VERNON $191,000

Spacious home with mountain, valley and spectacular sunset views. Fully finished lower level could be MIL apartment.

Private park-like setting with professional Suzanne Jenkins landscaping on 1/3 acre. Master Bedroom 360-941-2983 on main floor. Large deck off dining room. Open floor plan.

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EAGLEMONT PRE-SALE Pretty chef’s kitchen with nicer Mount Baker view from one of the appliances, pantry and lots of premier lots in beautiful Eaglemont! Elva Hunter cabinets. Home offers skylights, Pre-Sale and Custom design your 360-202-3086 wood blinds, dbl pane windows; Danya Wolf dream home with Irving Construction small covered deck, fenced yard and 360-708-8294 fine craftsmanship...wonderful open floor plan. Builder storage bldg. Seller offering $1000.00 floor allowance custom built 1806 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. # 794097 and help with buyer’s closing costs. MLS# 853976 19248 HWY 9, BIG LAKE $58,900 1804 BAKERVIEW CT. #LOT 170, MOUNT VERNON $165,000

Lovingly cared for rambler with many custom added features: ceramic tile and laminate; stainless steel kitchen range and dishwasher (other appliances go with seller). Danya Wolf Warm and welcoming! Light and 360-708-8294 airy! Fenced yard is large with nice decking.MLS# 700579 3709 BEAL ST, BELLINGHAM 98225

Building offers waiting room and reception area, 2 offices and separate 1/2 bath. College Way signage & convenient parking.

Handicapped accessible. Ramp. Danya Wolf Former chiropractor’s office; former 360-708-8294 school classroom; and former massage therapy. Unit A. Unit B is Allstate Insurance. MLS#806696

$1,000,000 20274 STACKPOLE RD, MOUNT VERNON

$225,000

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Beautiful 15.5 acres in sought after Bow! There are 3 possible building sites, 2 have road access into them. The property has been replanted & offers seclusion and also southwesterly sun Donna Kurras exposure. Seller has put in a well, just 360-770-7596 needs power & pump. This is the perfect property to build your custom home or put a manufactured home on. MLS# 794546 1802 BAKERVIEW CT, MOUNT VERNON

$129,000

2.55 acres of light industrial land located 1 block South of Meridian Street. Great I-5 visibility! The parcel Mount Baker view from one of the premier large is currently comprised of 6 sfr, of which lots (10972 Sq. Ft) in beautiful 4 are actively rented, generating a Eaglemont! Builder/Owner will build total monthly rental of approximately for you or bring your own builder! $4000.00 per month. (3713, 3711, Sandy Everett All utilities are in and ready for Lake view lot in Big Lake! Tract A 3709, 3705 Beal Street and 906 & 910 360-202-3706 you to build. Complete set of plans (P17995) a gently sloped partially Baker Street) All tenants are on month for a beautiful home on this lot is wooded lot on South end of Big Lake. to month or short term leases. This is a great opportunity Enjoy the sunsets on this 1/3 acre lot! Danya Wolf negotiable. Builder completed 1806 Elva Hunter to continue your revenue stream while finishing your MLS#853972 360-708-8294 and 1808 Bakerview Ct. MLS#848246 360-202-3086 final planning for the parcel. MLS#818713 $99,500 15XXX MEADOWLARK LANE, MOUNT VERNON $ 95,000 XXX SHANNON LAKE RD, CONCRETE G!

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Property sets nicely on the east side of and above E. Stackpole Rd. Danya Wolf Occupants of fixer upper house are 360-708-8294 uncooperative. They also state water (dug well) is not potable. House has 2 bedrooms;1 bath; 1056 square ft, built in 1910; effective year built is 1983; electric baseboard heat. MLS#867198

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

Heaven on Earth!

All city amenities available at street; including PUD water, electricity, natural gas, cable TV, city sewer and city garbage pickup. Lovely evergreens and deciduous trees. Over 1/5 of an acre! Includes two tax parcels! MLS#863875

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

Beautiful, peaceful setting. Imagine waking up each morning to spectacular views of Sauk Mountain, the Cascades, Skagit River & the valley below...! Enjoy privacy in a Shirley Bertholf park-like atmosphere w/panoramic 360-840-1863 views. Close to town. Nice hiking through forest w/cedar groves. What more could you ask for? MLS#175569

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