Real Estate Weekly | August 17, 2012

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REMODELING:

PROJECT NATION PAGE 3

MODERNIZE YOUR BATHROOM PAGE 4-5

GO GREEN WITH REAL WOOD PAGE 6

PLYWOOD AND MDF:

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE

5312 RAZOR PEAK DRIVE, MOUNT VERNON Skagit Tradition Realty 3780 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360-424-0300 www.SkagitTraditionRealty.com

Agent: Sandi Everett (360)202-3706

$205,000

Immaculate 2-story home in Skagit Highlands with spacious rooms. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2,000+ SF. Zero clearance gas fireplace in the living area, with ceiling fan, keeps the living room cozy. Huge master bath includes 5 fixtures. Enjoy the amenities of the community including hiking trails and playground areas. MLS#390916

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FEATURED ARTICLE: MODERNIZE YOUR BATHROOM WITH A FRAMELESS GLASS SHOWER ENCLOSURE. More homeowners are looking to transform their bathrooms into luxurious, relaxing retreats that feature the looks and amenities of an upscale spa.

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TABLE of CONTENTS REMODELING: Project Nation

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Modernize your bathroom with a frameless glass shower enclosure

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Go Green with Real Wood

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Plywood and MDF: What’s the Difference Pg. 7

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How to water your lawn

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Q & A: Ask Our Broker

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Sedro-Woolley rambler. 3 bd/1 ba, 1050 sq. ft.

1-car attached garage, 2 bay shop. Nice street appeal. Fully fenced yard. Corner lot, alley access.

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Nice rambler in excellent neighborhood. 3 bd/1.75 ba, located on .22 acre. Spacious garage and additional workshop. Landscaped to perfection w/ fruit trees. RV parking. MLS # #391734 Call Ron 333-1045

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Over 1700 sq. ft. 3 bd/1 ba home. Value is in the land. Prime location, right in town in the commercial area, M-1. Near City Hall, and the Fire Department. MLS # 387073 Call Wilma, 661-1631

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Home on acreage w/2 shops. Gorgeous 3 bd/2.5 ba home on 4+ acres w/2 outbuildings. Custombuilt in 1994 w/ Victorian touches. Huge deck w/ gazebo. Fenced pasture for animals. Over 2100 sq.ft. Must See! Only 25 minutes from I-5.

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Main floor master & bedrooms. Large finished daylight basement w/ kitchenette & 3/4 bath. Sky lit kitchen includes pantry. Spacious office off of living room. Vaulted ceilings & surround sound.

3-car garage w/ground to build shop. MLS #195914 Call Ivana, 770-3550

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Beautiful Shelter Bay house. Approx 100’ of waterfront. 56’ shared dock. 2 bd/2ba, w/2035 sq. ft.

Gourmet kitchen w/granite counters. All Shelter Bay amenities. MLS #237028 Call Jim, 708-1681

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Jim Stransky 708-1681

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Debbie Allen 708-8780

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Traci Erickson Broker/Prop. Mgt. 391-2969

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Project Nation Death, taxes... and remodeling projects?

Through the ups and downs of the economy, homeowners remain interested in remodels Willingness to undertake a home remodeling project might depend heavily upon where you live – because where you live plays a major role in how much that remodel might cost.

The average amount spent on a remodeling project per household nationwide is $1,907, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Though, some areas blow that figure out of the water.

In the Northeast, Nantucket County, Mass., spends an average of $8,520 per remodel, the highest in the count. The top county in the West, Marin County, Calif., spends an average of $7,782 per remodel. Falls Church City, Va., averages $6,099, the highest in the South, and Cook County, Ill., at $3,466, is the highest average in the Midwest.

Nationwide, the average per-county total for remodeling expenditures is $66 million, with, again, the top areas vastly outpacing the national average. In Los Angeles County, Calif., the total remodeling expenditure is $8.4 billion, tops in the West and the nation overall. Cook County, Ill., at $4 billion, is the highest in the Midwest. In the Northeast, Nassau County, N.Y., the total is $1.9 billion, just ahead of Miami-Dade County, Fla., at $1.7 billion.

In the first quarter of 2012, the NAHB’s Remodeling Housing Index, which combines ratings of current remodeling activity with indicators of future activity, fell one point to 47 from the upwardly revised 48 in the previous quarter. An RMI below 50 indicates that more remodelers report that market activity is lower (compared to the previous quarter) than report it is higher.

According to NAHB’s chief economist David Crowe, remodelers report that homeowners are showing an increased in remodeling, but they are hesitant to act due to the spotty nature of the economic recovery, which has yet to hit some of the larger markets in the country.

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Windermere Real Estate/ Skagit Valley 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939 314 E. FULTON ST., MV $154,950 Vintage home on the hill in Mount Vernon just reduced in price. Come tour this home & figure out how to make it yours.

Charming features & within walking distance all city amenities.

Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #351648 334 N. BAKER ST., MV $155,900 Large 1.5 story West Mount Vernon home on nearly ¾ acre lot. Large private back yard, access to Skagit River for fishing, garden space, outbuildings & shop space all in a quiet neighborhood setting. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #356433 12193 BAYHILL DR, BRL $389,900 18653 BLACKBERRY LN, MV $189,000 Well maintained 1-level home on the 8th fairway of the Enjoy beautiful views of Big Lake from a private covered deck Country Club. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2254 SF. Partially covered alcove deck; great for entertaining. More info & photos at or from the picture windows that surround this gorgeous SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 4211760 sq.ft. home. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Fully 4446. #392377 finished lower level. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #275165 $399,950 1419 DIGBY PL, #210, MV $189,000 1301 ALPINE VIEW DR., MV Beautiful Eaglemont home on the 12th green offers: 4 bedBeautiful 2 bedroom, 1.75 bath, 1000+ sq. ft. condo. Nice end rooms, 2629 SF, 3 car garage & main floor master. Brazilian Labunit with large windows, open living room with gas fireplace, radorite stone c’tops & all new hardwood. Call Bill & Jannette both bedrooms & living room lead to patio areas. Call Traci Krieger at 421-4446. #269149 Gilbertson at 333-3479. #333346 303 E. JONES RD, SDW $424,950 3703 TRUMPETER CT., MV $198,500 Immaculate custom 3 bedroom, 2.25 bath home. 2 car garage, 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath home located on quiet cul-de-sac with 30x20 shop & 60x36 shop both with heat. Located on .86 acre fenced back yard & southern exposure. All kitchen appliances with additional 1.33 acres adjoining with development potenstay plus washer/dryer. Call Jim Koetje at 202-2500. #359317 tial. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #345096 1415 MALLARD VIEW DR., MV $200,000 16593 MCLEAN ROAD, MV $459,000 Gorgeous unobstructed territorial & westerly views from Classic restored Skagit flats farmhouse with huge shop & sepathis Maddox Creek condo. Superior style with vaulted ceilrate guest cottage on 1.9 acres. 3 bedroom home, plus 2 bed ings, skylight & den. Slate surround gas fireplace & spacious cottage. 1938 SF shop with 3 bay doors. FEMA cert. above 500 year flood plain. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #355673 kitchen. Call Karen Beckner at 840-9455. #360891 $499,900 39541 BAKER LAKE RD., CNC $219,000 14363 ROADRUNNER LN, BRL 4 Bedroom home in Bay View on just shy 1 acre. 3,100+ SF, forA nice rambler with basement & 3 bedrooms, 1 bath all on mal dining, office, bonus room, great room & open floor plan. over 9 acres. Newer roof, windows, wiring & paint. Many Butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, lg. island with granite counters outbuildings for your equipment. Close to lake & river fishing. & eating bar. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #307721 Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #311226 7110 STEELHEAD LN, BRL $279,000 Well maintained 4 bedroom, 2.25 bath home, 1700 sq.ft. nestled along the Samish River 73+/- ft. high bank river frontage. Many upgrades, windows light fixtures, new gutters, ext. paint & more. Covered deck & gazebo with privacy fence & shed. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #345622 21737 STERLING DR., SDW $327,900 1-level home on 1 acre, 4 bedrooms, den, living & family rooms, formal dining, 2 fireplaces, 3 baths. Court yard with hot tub, tennis court, 2 car attached garage, detached shop & large outbuilding. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #266058 8739 LUSK RD, CNC $349,500 Lovely home in country setting. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, vaulted ceilings & 2100+ SF. Hardwood floors, fireplace & skylights.

Covered porch & large deck. 2+ acres with mountain views.

35x45 shop with 3 – 14 ft. doors & 220 power. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #356327

17146 BRITT RD., MV $669,000 Beautiful property with 13+ acres – 4856 sq.ft., 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, master suite with fireplace. In-ground swimming pool.

10 car garage/shop. Call Lee Ann Dean at 421-3082 or Karine Anderson at 421-1189. #391017 12485 PERSONS RD., BOW $924,000 Bow property with expansive views of Padilla Bay & islands.

2007 NW Craftsman custom-built home features superior design & attention to detail. Cedar exterior, walnut flooring, in-floor heating & more. Area pastured for animals plus forested acreage. Separate MIL apartment. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #359150

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Modernize your bathroom with a frameless glass shower enclosure More homeowners are looking to transform their bathrooms into luxurious, relaxing retreats that feature the looks and amenities of an upscale spa. One way to upgrade the appearance of a bath -- and to lessen the burden of maintaining it -- is to install a frameless shower enclosure.

There are numerous advantages associated with frameless shower enclosures, ranging from practical to fashionable, and if they’re done right, they can add to the overall value to your home, too. Here are a few reasons to consider a frameless shower for your new or remodeled bath.

• They’re fashionable. Frameless shower enclosures open up a world of possibilities because they provide a perfect complement to durable, high-style surfaces commonly used in the bath, such as tile, marble and granite. They also provide a great way to show off the trendy shower heads, faucets and fixtures that have become so popular in contemporary bath design. Finally, because of their openness and transparency, frameless shower enclosures can make your bath feel bigger than it really is.

• They’re versatile. Frameless doors can be designed to fit any space, making them ideal for bathrooms, large and small. And they don’t have to be boxy, either. Frameless shower enclosures can be circular, oval or triangular in shape. Even standard square or rectangular enclosures can be dressed up with an artfully bowed, patterned or etched glass door.

• They’re durable. Frameless shower enclosures look elegant, but one of their most redeeming qualities is toughness.

Standard shower glasses can range in thicknesses from 3/8 to 1/2-inch, which makes them sturdy, structurally sound and safe. Watertight seals prevent leakage and, since there is little to no metal used in the construction of frameless enclosures,

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homeowners never have to worry about replacing corroded parts.

• They’re easy to live with. Let’s face it. We all want to live in our homes for as long as we can. Frameless shower enclosures are a great way to let your home age with you because the entry can be leveled with the floor to create easy access as we become older and less mobile. And here’s the best part: you don’t have to sacrifice looks or fashionability. Frameless glass shower enclosures are a great way to meld timeless style with ageless accommodation.

• They’re easy to clean. With frameless shower enclosures, there are fewer nooks and crannies for dirt and grime to enter and accumulate. That makes them easier to clean. Simply wipe the wet glass down every few days with a dry towel or squeegee, and your shower enclosure can look as new as the first day you had it installed.

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Go Green with Real Wood So many decking materials in stores today ... which one to choose? If a beautiful, usable, longlasting deck is your goal -- and you’d like to do your part to protect the environment -- then the choice is obvious: real, natural, authentic wood.

Wood has been a part of outdoor living for centuries: the first pine sawmill was at Jamestown about 400 years ago. Look around: so many historic homes and sites feature wood -- because it’s always been one of the best building products on the market. Wood is ever-present by the seashore (docks, marsh walkways, fishing piers, boardwalks), in the mountains (decks, arbors) and in backyards across the country (decks, gazebos, fences, trellises). Wood plays a starring role in high-traffic places, such as the Santa Monica Pier, the Destin boardwalk in Florida and the Ocean City boardwalk in Maryland. Look all around you at the beauty of wood -- then bring that natural beauty home to your backyard.

A recent Life Cycle Assessment (cradle-tograve study comparing pressure-treated wood with alternative wood/plastic composite decking) found that wood was, by far, the better product for the environment. A few findings from this study:

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Well maintained 3 bdrm, 1 bath. Home with wood stove, large partially fenced yard and garden shed. Priced to Sell! $92,000 MLS#297323 Allen Workman 360.770.4948

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Great opportunity to own a new home on one acre. 3 bedrooms, 1850 SF on one level. Kitchen family/great room & flex room, hardwood floors, private master w/unfinished bonus room above garage! Pick your colors, add your personal touch NOW! $429,500 MLS#3338915 Curt Oppel 360.202.0121

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• Wood releases less greenhouse gases during production; • Wood uses 14 times less fossil fuel than wood/plastic composite decking; and • Wood decking production causes significantly less acid rain, smog and overall ecological impact than wood/plastic composite decking.

Additionally, pressure-treated wood comes from sustainable, well-managed forests -- meaning the industry plants more trees each year than are harvested. Fact is, U.S. forests are healthier and more numerous than they were 100 years ago.

Pressure-treated wood is rot- and insect-resistant and readily available in both big-box stores and independent lumber dealers around the U.S. Current tested and approved preservatives are safe for use around children and pets --even veggies in your raised garden beds.

For more information on using real wood in your backyard, the complete LCA study, free downloadable deck plans, inspirational pictures and easy DIY videos, please visit www.realoutdoorliving. com, on Facebook at “Wood” and on YouTube at www.youtube.com/wooditsreal.

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Welcome To Sherman Lane

Spacious 4 bdrm, 3 bath home. 3690 SF with formal living & dining + informal spaces. Grand master suite, large deck & landscaped yards. Garden space or pasture area. $359,950 MLS#393161 Jones Atterberry 360.708.8935

View of Olympics to San Juan Island

Beautifully upgraded, Open floor plan in 2600+ SF. Quality finishes everywhere on 1.66 acres. 3 Fireplaces, Master en suite bath. Entertain inside & out, RV Parking. $437,000 MLS#370600 Guy Davidson 360.770.1820

50 ACRE FARM + 2 HOUSES... east of 160FT W/FRONT!… low bank on east NEAT AS A PIN… 3 Br, 2 BA, 2 car Sedro-Woolley, 2 homes in need of work. side of Big Lake. 1 1/3 ac site is very garage home on quiet St., off First!

Great views, barns, shop, outbldgs & fully private & ready for your new home. 2 Convenient to everything. $184,500. fenced. $330,000 #391193 small rentals & several outbuildings incl. #352692 AFFORDABLE RAMBLER… conveWONDERFUL COUNTRY HOME… with a slaon & gazebo. $695,000. #386044 dramatic 2 story cupula. 2300 sf home BOW..CUSTOM HOME ON 4 ACRES… Gor- nient to town, hospital & clinics. 3Br, 1 with 1440 sf shop building on 5 private geous views of valley & islands. Over 3/4 baths, newer kitchen. Fenced back acres. $344,500. #310015 4500 sf+40X50 pool. 3+ bdrms,office, side yard w/storage bldg. $143,000.

GOOD STARTER… rambler in excel- library area & more. $817,500. #386232 TAKE YOUR PICK… three 2.5 ac lots, lent location near hospital, 4 Br, fenced #366174 backyard gas heat, all appliances stay HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE… single lev- paved access Rd., new mobiles OK, & alley access. $157,000. #388808 el condo w/spacious rooms & numer- well in, conventional perk. Starting at AFFORDABLE CONDO… 2 BR 944 sf ous upgrades in Sedro Woolley’s finest $79,500. #355002 BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOME… 2100+ townhouse style offers lg open living rm adult community. $149,500. #383755 w/sliding door to fenced private patio all GREAT INVESTMENT… cute 2 BR sf Rolling Ridge home, spacious floor plan, formal living/dining, all on just in a quiet location. $69,900. #153367 home in Burlington siting on 2 duplex under 1/3 ac. $298,000. #390505 RAMBLER… in established neighbor- building lots. $149,500. #387567 hood, vaulted ceilings, frplw/2 sides, COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER… NEW AFFORDABLE CONDO… In Burlington. kitchen w/center island. 3Br, 1.75 Ba, PRICE! kitchen/bath,warm bright colors 944 sf offers open living rm w/sliding living/dining rm. Fenced backyard. thru-out, hardwood flrs, gas f/place. door out to fenced private patio. 2 lg $224,000. #375083 Bose sound system .$345,000. #313474 upstairs bedrooms $69,900.$153367 AFFORDABLE COMM’L PROPER- INDUSTRIAL ZONED PROPERTY… one PRICE SLASHED!… 2 bdrm, 2 bath TY… 2156sf, great opportunity for +acre site off Hwy 20 West of Sedro- condo, walls of windows on 2 sides, contractor business.Off McLean Rd., w/ Woolley. Call for details. $90,500. light & airy. F/place, spacious dining area, lg deck . $105,000. #369068 circular access to property. $139,500. #322642 #357199 Evening Phone Calls Welcome Galen Kindred 770-7083 Tod LeHecka 333-1032 Dick Best 770-1491 Holly Hilts 661-5538 Phil Hurtig 770-0787 Terri Heyntsen 391-0938 Shelah Inman 661-0145 Mary Jo Reitsma 770-6013 Ron Wortham 661-1500 Fritz Inman 661-0147 Tim Reichert 391-5587 Dave Parsons 391-4008 Jan Scally 421-5160 Jeff Ingman 202-2859

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Plywood and MDF: What’s the difference?

For decades plywood was the go-to inexpensive wood of choice for many home-repair projects. In fact, it was actually the first manufactured wood product available. Then the term MDF, or medium-density fiberboard, started making its way onto home-improvement shows and among do-it-yourselfers, making it a popular material in recent years. Still, many people do not know the differences between these types of wood products.

Plywood is constructed by gluing several layers of thin wood veneers between two pieces of wood to create a solid sheet. Experts say there is an odd number of veneer layers, and each one is attached at a right angle to the one below to add strength to the plywood.

There may be knots or irregularities in the plywood because it is made of actual slices of wood. It comes in a variety of strengths, depending on the thickness of the plywood. Thickness can vary by sheet depending on the manufacturer, so each sheet may not be consistent.

MDF is formed with wood fibers or shavings mixed with glue or resin. Under heat or pressure, the MDF is made into a solid material. Because MDF is not made from slices of wood to form veneers, it will not have the traditional graining or knots associated with wood. This can be an advantage or disadvantage depending on how it is ultimately used.

MDF is often easy to cut, drill and manipulate because users will not have to work around grain or knots. But users should be careful to drill pilot holes before attaching MDF because it can split. Due to machine creation, MDF is generally uniform in thickness, which makes it consistent for many uses. It is important to note that sanding and cutting of MDF can cause the release of formaldehyde. Safety goggles and a mask are a must when using this product.

Plywood is more readily used for walls, ceilings and subfloors because of its strength.

MDF is widely relied on for building cabinets, crafts, shelving and trimwork.

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•REMODELED W/ALL LG. ROOMS, 2358 SQ. FT. W/ HUGE LOT, VALUE PLUS! •3 BD., 2 BA., LG. SUNROOM/DEN, OVERSIZE “BONUS RM”, HOT TUB, GAS HEAT •2+ CAR GARAGE + LG. SHOP, CLOSE TO SHOPPING & SERVICES!!

•LIKE NEW, BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED & UPGRADED “CRAFTSMAN” RAMBLER/CONDO •ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY, CLOSE TO SERVICES •2 LARGE BD., 1.75 BA., CHERRY WD. FLRS., GAS HT., GAS FPL., LG. DEN, 2-CAR GAR.

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BY APPOINTMENT, CALL SANDI •“FAA & SKAGIT CO. “ APPROVED PRIVATE LANDING STRIP. •OVER 38 ACRES, MOSTLY PASTURED W/ MTN. VIEWS, CLOSE TO TOWN •LG. 3 BD., 2 BA., FAM. RM.+ DEN. TRIPLEWIDE W/BARN-SHOP!

3210 E. FIR ST., MT. VERNON $237,900 684 S. BURLINGTON BLVD., BURLINGTON $294,500

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•EXCELLENT BURLINGTON BLVD. EXPOSURE, ZONED BUSINESS/COMMERCIAL •CRAFTSMAN 2+ BD., 1.5 BA., LG. REC RM. + SHOP, UNF. 2ND. FLR. •DEEP LOT, ALLEY ACCESS, ZONED FOR MEDICAL/LEGAL/ TAX BUSINESS ETC.

•AFFORDABLE , UPGRADED SENIOR CONDO LIVING AT IT’S VERY BEST! •ROOMY, W/VAULTED CEILINGS, GAS HT., GAS FPL. •1 BD., LG. DEN, HUGE BATH, GARAGE, LOW HOA DUES!!

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MLS#296437 $364,950

• 5 Mtn view acres • Huge shop • 2678 sq ft • Loaded with extras

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MLS#331731

• Large lot • 2 bdrm, 1 ¾ bath • Hardwood floors • Convenient location

$384,500

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MLS#360536

• 1700 sq ft 3 bdrm • Small cottage • Large shop • Barns & fenced areas

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How to Water Your Lawn From yard work and pest control to cleaning and taking care of home systems, there’s a lot that goes into maintaining a house. Here are some practical tips and expert know-how to help anyone take good care of their home.

Watering the grass is a critical part of maintaining a healthy lawn. Watering too little can cause the grass to turn brown and thin out, creating room for weeds. Watering too much can lead to turf disease and shallow root systems, which means your grass is weaker and less able to stand up to drought, lawn-feeding pests and other problems.

TruGreen, the nation’s largest professional lawn care service and part of the ServiceMaster family of brands, regularly monitors U.S. weather data to enable the company’s trained lawn care specialists to effectively address local agronomic conditions while promoting responsible water conservation. The lawn experts at TruGreen have some tips to help you water your lawn the right way.

How to Tell When Your Lawn Needs Water

Turfgrass plants are 70 to 75 percent water, so giving them enough water is vital. Symptoms of inadequate water are easily seen: • Grass slowly loses its bright green color and starts to fade to yellow.

• You may notice wilting, which causes grass blades to roll or fold.

• If you walk across your lawn and your footprints remain in the grass, or lawn mower tracks remain visible, your lawn needs water.

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• If grass loses its green color altogether and turns yellow and then tan, that signals drought dormancy. That means grass has stopped growing. Once your lawn has turned brown and lost all color during drought dormancy, it could take several weeks of steady watering to spur regrowth.

The most accurate way to determine whether your lawn needs water is to use a knife to cut a wedge of soil (through the turf) about four inches deep and feel the soil. Ideally, it should be moist, not powder dry nor soggy and wet.

“Signs of typical wear and tear on yards this time of year are amplified when lawns are stressed,” said Ben Hamza, Ph.D., director of technical operations at TruGreen. “Brown spots on lawns may not always be from lack of water or nutrients, but instead from lawn-feeding insects that can mimic drought damage on select grass types. Homeowners need to have a clear understanding of the source of the yard problem to effectively resolve.”

How to Water Your Lawn

• Established lawns should be watered deeply, but infrequently. Deep watering once a week encourages deeper root growth, while frequent, shallow watering produces a limited root system.

• When watering, make sure you moisten the top three to four inches of soil, which covers the root zone.

• Although watering frequency depends on the type of grass, your soil, and the weather, most grasses require about one inch of water each week for healthy growth. Let Mother Nature do as much of the watering for you as possible.

• The best time to water is in the morning and in non-windy conditions. This conserves water and allows grass to dry before evening. Grass that remains wet for long periods of time is more susceptible to disease development. Watering in the afternoon is the worst for water conservation.

Up to half the water can evaporate in the air or on the ground during the hot part of the day.

• If you’re using a movable sprinkler, let it run in one spot just until the water begins to run off the surface, then move to a different area of the lawn.

• Monitor your underground irrigation or sprinkler system to be sure that you moisten the lawn’s entire root zone without over-watering any sections.

• To help ensure uniformity, place a one-inch deep, empty food can in the middle of lawn area to measure depth of water collected after each watering cycle.

• Make sure you are familiar with and follow any local watering restrictions.

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42 Million Amount of funding for housing counseling grants to 468 national, regional and local organization recently announced by the U.S. Dept. of Housing Development Source: U.S. Dept. of Housing Development

get your just desserts QUESTION: Our home was foreclosed upon while we were in the middle of a loan modification. Is it true we can get more than $100,000 from the lender because we were mistreated?

ANSWER: The Federal Reserve and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency have set up an independent foreclosure review process to address wrongful foreclosure “actions” that took place between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010. Only claims involving a primary residence can be made; investment properties are not covered.

There is no cost to file a claim, but you must do so before September 30, 2012.

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For details, go to the website, IndependentForeclosureReview. com.

This is a big program. The government has sent out more than 4.4 million letters to potential claimants. By the end of May, more than 190,000 review requests had been filed. In addition, about 145,000 cases will be reviewed as a result of sampling.

Awards can range from $500 to as much as $125,000 plus lost equity, however, the review process will have to examine each case individually and getting a check is not guaranteed. Claims not meeting award guidelines will be rejected.

So what are the standards? Awards can arise from such situations as: • Foreclosing on a borrower in violation of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, • Foreclosing on a borrower who was not in default on the mortgage,

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• Failing to convert a qualified borrower to a permanent modification after successful completion of a written modified payment plan that was supposed to lead to permanent modification, and • Committing errors that did not result in foreclosure, but resulted in other financial injury.

Individuals who have faced foreclosure should visit the independent review website to read the full list of possible claims and to see whether or not your servicer is participating in the program. If you do make a claim, be prepared to supply supporting paperwork to reviewers.

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1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.

Piazza Realty Property Ask us about our month WOODLAND APTS Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT to month townhouses: 1, 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts (7368) www.prpmrentals.com Stanwood Villa, 2 Bdrm, 1 2 x 1 ½ Town homes 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, garage, fenced ½ Ba, approx. 1100 sq. ft., Covered Parking yard with RV parking, all ap- stove, refer, d/w, laundry Complete Appliance Pkgs Sport Courts / Playgrounds plcs. Incl., $1,300 per mo. + hookups, $795 + dep. 360$1,300 dep. 3317 F Ave., 629-0118 or 888-653-8065 Pet Friendly Anacortes. Avail. 8/18/12.

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Must See! 3 bdrms, Anac., 2 bdrm, 2 ba house, 1 and 2 bdrm apts.

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2 bdrm townhouses. deck, lrg. garden area, Move in special, call today!

W/S/G pd. No dogs. $1100/mo. 360-941-2711 or Call for details, Starting at $1275/mo.

360-941-0439 360-856-6652 W/S/G pd. 360-757-2149 Burl. 2 bdrm, 1 ba, 2 car 1ST MO. FREE! 1, 2 & 3 garage, nice fenced yard, MV Deer Runn Condo, 2 bdrm, MV, near college, on- $950/mo.

Garbage pd. bdrm, 2 ba, 1406 sq. ft., newly renovated, no smoke/pets, site laundry, reserved park- $700/dep. 360-354-7461 $975/mo+dep. 360-428-4635 ing. W/S/G pd. Qualify today!

Great shape 2 bdrm, 1.75 Move in tomorrow! 428-3887 ba home. Lrg deck, single 2 Bdrm, MV, W/S/G pd. car garage, RV parking th College Way & 19 . $900. W/S/G incl. Wendy $725/mo. 360-424-6757 Arlington Property Manage- 2 bdrm, S.W., 5 appliances, Big Lake 3 bdrm, furnished ment 425-319-5036 storage shed. No smoke/ W/S/G pd. Avail. 9/15/12pets. Screening report req'd.

6/15/13. No pets/smoke. MV 2 bdrm, 1 ba, open car- $795/mo. Avail. Sept. 1. $975 + $900 dep. Refs. Lv port, gas heat, storage shed, Shown by appt., 840-5728 $795 + dep. 360-856-4225 msg, 422-5561 or 856-6461 ANAC. CLEAN, avail. Sept. st Clean and quiet Burlington 3 BDRM, 2 BA homes avail. 1 , cute, cozy, 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, in MV. (360)391-3268 gas heat & frplc., garage, no Apt. 2 bdrm, 1 ba. $775/mo, www.previewskagit.com/ pets/smoke, $950. 360-293$700 dep., 1st and last 4335 or 360-220-1394 RENTALS months' rent. Water, sewer, garbage and basic cable Houses & Apartments.

S.W. 2 Bdrm, 1 Ba, garage, paid. Washer, dryer, and See our listings at large fenced shared yard, dishwasher in unit. No app. www.skagitrentals.com dishwasher, no smoke. $825 fee. No smoke/pets. AvailRemax Property Mgmt. + dep. W/S paid. Refs. 360able now. (360) 755-1428.

823 N. 4th, Mount Vernon 659-6064 or 425-238-5821 360-424-3198 Cute downtown studios, S.W. 3 Bdrm, 1 Ba, single on bus line. Great MV garage, cul-de-sac location, location $450-$600. totally refurbished, no pets, ASK ABOUT OUR no smoking, $1150 rent, MV 1 level 4 plex, 2 bdrm, 1 MOVE IN SPECIAL! $1000 dep. 360-424-9595 or ba, W/D, carport. W/S/G pd.

360-941-6986 360-708-8664 No pets/smoke. $700 + $700 MOVE IN SPECIAL dep. Background ck. 610Fairhaven Manor 757-2149 9860 9am-5pm.

Norris Place 757-3060 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd.

MV 3-plex, 306 S. 20th, large Great location, some restric3 bdrm, 1 ba, yard, garage, tion apply. Call or stop in to- 3 Bdrm, 1 ½ Ba, MV, W/D, gas heat, $1050/mo.

Northridge, hardwoods & $600/dep. 360-424-6974. day. granite, 1 car garage, th MOVE IN SPECIAL! W/S/G/cable pd., indoor MV 4-plex, 400 S. 20 , 2 New remodel. Big Lake pool, sauna, other amenities, bdrm, 1 ba, gas heat, garage, view. 2 Bdrm, 1.75 Ba, large small pet considered, $1,099 W/D, yard, $775/mo. $500/ master suite, granite & tile ac- mo. Possible lease option. dep. 360-424-6974. cents, W/D, D/W. No smoke/ 253-405-4777 MV 6-plex, 211 N. 21st St., pets. $995/mo. 206-778-8147 MV 3 Bdrm, 2 ½ Ba, garage, large 1 bdrm, 1 ba, deck, carMove In Special. Cozy Big patio, W/S/G pd., no pets/ port, central laundry, all new Lake view studio $475. No smoke, $1,050. 360-424- floor coverings, $650/mo.

4657 or 541-991-6232 $500/dep. 360-424-6974. smoke/pets. 206-778-8147

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$400/mo. Ladies 55 yrs or older. All utilities paid. Clean.

Safe. Central location, close to downtown S.W., bus stop, across from Senior Center.

Very large home, beautifully furnished. Must be seen to be appreciated. 360-770-9449 Room for rent in SedroWoolley, $450/mo., all utils. incl. 360-854-9181.

MOVE IN SPECIAL! Big Lake waterview RV space. $300. (206) 778-8147

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PRICE REDUCED! Fidalgo Bay, an estate community. Desirable gated entry for your security and privacy. Build on lot 3 Cox Lane. This 2 acre 260x330 M/Less parcel offers paved road, water, and utilities. Perk test recorded with Skagit County. Developed around old growth with wildlife and natural habitat. Private community park with BBQ. Pond. Picnic area and garden. Trails adjoin 1200 acres of Anacortes park land and Whistle Lake. FSBO offered at $135,000. Call 360-2935665.

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1977 Broadmore 14x68 Mobile Home, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, gas heat & water, $10,000. 55 plus park, Evergreen Mobile, 2210 Hwy 99 S, Space 15, Mount Vernon. Call 360-424-5133.

For Sale 1971 Marlette 20x60, 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, $15,000. 55+ park, Evergreen Mobile, 2210 Hwy 99 So. Space #19, Mount Vernon. Call Sharon, 360-428-1804.

SAMISH ISLAND MANUFACTURED HOME With beautiful water & mountain views. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 0.46 acre lot. $178,000.

Call (360) 708-9199.

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August 18th, 10AM-4PM 8991 West Pressentin Dr. Concrete In Pressentin Creek Development on South Skagit, Milepost 19.

3 Bdrm, beautiful open floor plan, with 3 decks, fish pond, 30x12 storage/ shed.

For sale by owner, $115,000 savings passed on – no real estate fees!

Motivated to sell!

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18266 Grouse Ln, MV Dir: From I-5 Anderson exit, go E. Right on Cedardale, left on Hickox, right on Stackpole, left on Cascade Ridge Dr., left on Grouse Ln. NW Contemporary. Private, 2.45 ac. on Cascade Ridge. Island, mtn, valley views. Douglas Fir trim, slate floor, radiant heat, chefs kitchen w/granite, French cook top, freezer drawers & warming oven.

Great rm concept. French doors to screened porch.

Master ste sitting rm, walkin closet & ba. 1 bdrm rm guest house.

Exquisite landscaping & stone work. #382019 $995,000 Host: Ann-Margret Lightle 360391-2740 Preview Properties-Skagit LLC

Marvelous home for entertaining in "Old Town" Anacortes.

Views of Guemes Channel; 4 bdrm, 2 ¾ baths; Wolf cooktop, Subzero refrig, Fine Wood oak cabinets with granite; 4 landscaped lots on corner with paved alley; Must see to appreciate. Appointments only. 2102 10th Street, Anacortes $639,000 (360) 293-5409 or (360) 770-4334.

FOR SALE BY OWNER Built in 1992, 1415 sq ft rambler. 3 bdrm, 2 full ba.

Hardiplank siding, newer roof & brand new laminate flooring in living rm, dining & kitchen. Newer stainless steel range & dishwasher.

Recently updated natural gas furnace & hot water heater. Sliding glass door leads to very lrg deck area & big low-maint. back yd.

Attached 2 car garage + detached 24x24 workshop which is insulated & fully wired. RV parking area.

Nice dead-end st., near shopping & minutes from freeway. Range/oven, dishwasher & refrig. incl. Reduced price $220,000. 222 S. 29th Pl, Mt. Vernon. 360416-6506 for an appt.

Seaview #3-Anacortes 14206 Cove Ct. Open Sundays 12-3 p.m.

FOR SALE BY OWNER 3 bdrm, 2 full baths, master has huge beautiful tub with beautiful ceilings. Triple wide mobile in 55+ Bayview Mobile Home Court. Cats ok. On large lot. $75,000. As is. Call for appt, 360-757-4947

For sale: Concrete, WA. 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, 1708 sf. built in 2004 on 5 plus acre rambler w/open floor plan,free standing propane stove, cermice tile entry, oak cabinets w/center island, dinning area, utility-pantry combo, cedar deck w/sunsetter awning, skagit river access, would make good horse property, possible owner financing-trade, $182,000.00. Call Dann 360-770-2840 e-mail crouchdann@yahoo.com

GREAT INVESTMENT Current tenant pays $745 month plus utilities before rent is due. 2 bdrm, 1 ba mobile currently in SedroWoolley park, close to downtown, $13,750. Call 360-419-0320 or 661-0973 Views and Space 1.39 acres-Magnificent Treed Landscape 2 bdrms en suite w/ 2 Full Baths on 2nd Flr Contemp Kitchen equip'd Corian Cntrs, Fisher/ Paykel-Chef's Viking Range/Hd-Blt-in Refrig Freezer-Central Vacuum 6 Rms on 1st include Full Bath and Office Htd Tool Rm off Htd Dbl Gar+addl single car gar Partial/Ownr/Finance bf@bruceflanaganreal estate.com 360-298-4777 $670,000

Professional, medical, dental office space for lease or sale, 1500 sq. ft., near Island Hospital in Ancortes. (360) 293-6998

BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME 2281 S. 19th Street This newly-completed 2000 sq.ft. rambler features 4 bdrm, 2 1/2 baths on a large lot in a secluded, quiet S. MV mature neighborhood. Designed for relaxed living with an open floor plan and high ceilings.

Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. Master suite features soaking tub, double vanity, double shower and huge walk-in closet. Low maintenance exterior with Hardi siding & stone patio. All on one level. Reduced to $279,500.

Call Jeff Ingman (360) 202-2859 Brown McMillen Real Est.

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RANCH RAMBLER 27930 Hoehn Road, Sedro-Woolley 32 LEVEL ACRES $379,000

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Custom built 3 bdrm, 2 ½ ba w/family room off kitchen, dining room overlooks private backyard, fresh interior paint, oversized 2 car garage, circular drive. Acreage suitable for farming or livestock, some marketable timber, $5000 buyer bonus.

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22359 AMICK RD, MOUNT VERNON $449,000

Beautiful two-story home on 4.5 private acres only 8 min. from I-5. This custom home features a newly remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, slate floors and premium appliances. The fully finished daylight basement is ideal for entertaining with its spacious game and media rooms. Radiant floor heat provides clean, comfortable and even heating throughout. Enjoy serene evening territorial views from the wrap-around deck’s gazebo while watching the horses graze in fully Russ Lanker 360-708-1117 fenced pastures! MLS #373109

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BUY LIKE RENT! Quiet Oasis close to town yet private. Grab your canning jars! Park like setting with 10 varieties of apples, 4 kinds of cherries; 3 plum trees & kiwi. Herb garden space. RV Parking.

MLS#207773 Danya Wolf

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19540 PARSON CREEK RD, SEDRO WOOLLEY $129,000

12334 EAST LAKE DR, SEDRO-WOOLLEY $1,800mo.

2721 FIRWOOD LANE #128, MOUNT VERNON

FHA 203B financing available. The detached 30x50 2 story shop offers plenty of work space and two to three seperate living quarters. Bldg also has attached carport for RV. Affordable country living yet only minutes to town. This unique farmhouse has had many upgrades including oak kitchen cabinets and tile counter tops. The 2nd floor master bedroom has loads of storage and a separate bonus room for Donna Kurras 360-770-7596 office/den/hobbies. MLS#286030

$95,000 1520 MEADOWLARK LANE, MOUNT VERNON $650,000

3 BDRM, large waterfront home on 1.54 park-like acres on Clear Lake w/approx. 180’ of waterfront w/southern exposure.

Large dock for fishing or mooring your boat. Expansive deck overlooking Lake. Home has large slate fireplace w/wood insert & a new roof. Rent is $1,800 a month with a 1 year lease required. $1,800 damage deposit required. A credit application & background check is required for each person over 18 years of age. The credit application fee is Suzanne Jenkins $45.00. MLS#388068 360-941-2983

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Land Acquisition Loan. Beautiful 1.13 ac property convenient location to Bellingham and Burlington. The value of this property is in the land and basically the home is a freebie!! Wonderful site to build your dream home. The land is parked out with mature landscaping, it is fully fenced and has a 2 car detached garage. There is also a storage shed with electricity and would make Donna Kurras a nice hobby workshop. MLS#:300921 360-770-7596

1905 SPARRS LANE, BURLINGTON

BUY LIKE RENT! Beautiful 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath condominium with one car garage.

This nicely decorated condominium is part of the North Ridge Condominium community.

Amenities include tennis court, racket ball court & pool access. SHORT SALE. MLS#347369

Danya Wolf 360-708-8294

DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY with 2.66 acres & 4500 sq. ft. custom home. Beautiful, spacious, striking custom design by Ladies Home Journal architectural editor. Many, many custom built ins; with each room a generous size. Three bedrooms, yet two family rooms, a den; each which could provide additional bedrooms. Two natural gas log fireplaces. Lots of light! Expansive decking with beautiful views of the estate. Perfect Danya Wolf for horses (small barn). MLS#347359 360-708-8294

Great Financing Options! Enjoy eagle watching and outstanding Mount Baker & Skagit River views from your living area & attached deck. Quality, newer floor coverings & open kitchen/living area with a cozy wood stove, make this a perfect year-around retreat. All appliances stay and a propane hookup is existing. The separate cabin is plumbed and wired. Like the main home, it has electric heat & Sandy Everett a wood stove for cooler nights. MLS#347825 360-202-3706

$159,990 4 XXX GOLDEN VIEW AVE,LA CONNER $249,000

MEET THE TEAM!

Jessie Cavazos……360-770-5623 Hablo Espanol Ron Proctor………360-333-0303 Suzanne Jenkins…360-941-2983 Brett Tacker…… 360-840-7931 Sandy Everett……360-202-3706 JoAnn Boudreau…360-391-0746 Richard Dickman…360-420-3155 Jewell Gibbs…… 360-540-2257 Linda Dietrick……360-840-6771 Donna Kurras……360-770-7596 Chris Miller………360-333-1868 Russ Lanker………360-708-1117 Danya Wolf………360-708-8294 Designated Broker

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USDA Ready! Home has updated int w/newer appls, hdwd flrs, new carpet, fixtures, vinyl windows, den & fam rm + 3 bdrms & 1.5 ba, brick fpl, fenced yard w/garden area & lg deck near hot tub, new ext paint approx 2 yrs ago.

Boudreau Lg gate to yard on cul-de-sac. MLS#379884 JoAnn 360-391-0746

180 plus degree view of Saratoga Passage, islands, and incredible sunsets. 82 feet of sandy beach waterfront, ready for your dream home! Sloped lot with fabulous view and sandy beach below Madrona trees.

0.435 acre (18,960 square feet) Water and electricity available. MLS#347364

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