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Mount Vernon

$149,500

MV Rambler near Hospital. 3 BD, 1 BA, 1028 sq. ft. Wood floors under carpet. Lg. fully fenced backyard. Nat. Gas forced air heat. Extra long 1 car gar., workshop. MLS# 575867 Call Charlie, 708-1415 or Jeannie, 708-9645

La Conner

$179,500

Low maintenance home and yard with Bay and Mountain views. Shelter Bay Community with amenities. 2 BD, 2 BA. 1340 sq. ft. Large deck. MLS #546068 Call Jim, 708-1681

Mount Vernon

$219,900

Nice corner lot. Low maintenance and fully fenced backyard. New carpet and fresh paint. 4 BD, 2 BA. 2182 sq. ft. MLS #523862 Call Wilma, 661-1631

Mount Vernon

$219,950

Spacious updated rambler with mountain views. Peaceful location. 4 BD, 2.5 BA. Large family room. Fenced yard with a patio. MLS #474242 Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Looking for a Great Rental Service? Burlington

$234,900

Beautiful home in excellent condition. Open floor plan. 3 BD, 2 BA, 1646 sq. ft. Located in great Burl. neighborhood. Lg. 2 car garage, will serve all your storage needs. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! MLS #558590 Call Mike, 540-1341

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Sedro-Woolley

$234,900

Paradise Found! 18 acres of land with fencing. Room for horses! 2 BD, 1 BA. Incredible mountain views. With a barn and a small outbuilding. Come check it out today! MLS# 406142 Call Mike, 540-1341

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Sedro-Woolley

$299,000

Newly updated home. 4 BD, 1.75 BA, 2268 sq. ft. With hardwood floors & river rock fireplace. Granite countertops, tile floors, cherry countertops & more! 20 x 20 outbuilding with propane stove. Just shy of .5 acre. MLS #573731 Call Jim, 708-1681

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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 CRAFTSMAN STYLE… on Mount Vernon hill, covered front porch, 3 Br, 1.5 Baths, approx 1600sf. Living/dining rm w/Pergo flooring. $170,000. #556674

SPACIOUS RAMBLER… 3 Br, 3 Ba, 2185sf. Located on a full acre w/panoramic valley & mtn views near Big Lake. $379,500. #531212 WOODED HIDEAWAY… cozy cabin, beautiful wooded setting, Mt. Baker view, storage bldg. $109,500. #524736

WHAT A BEAUTY… spacious 4 Br Rambler w/den, top quality thruout. Brand new & great south Mount Vernon location. $379,500. #561582 SAMISH ISLAND… one level, 3 Br, 1.75 Ba, over 2700sf, natural light, kitchen w/oak cabinets, breakfast rm surrounded by windows. Private backyard. $335, 000. #459127 HOME WITH A SHOP… Older 3+ bdrm home on almost 3/4 an acre lot w/lg 1700sf barn/shop. In town on a dead end road w/country feel! $164,900. #569517 GORGEOUS CUSTOM CRAFTSMAN… under construction on an acre on Bow Hill. Over 25oo sf, 3 Br, 2.5 Ba, lots of blt-ins + 3 car garage. $485,000. #409469 NEW PRICE… 5 acre parcel. Brl schools, West of I-5, close to Mount Vernon & Bham. Power & driveway in. $100,000. #29129150

MTN & VALLEY VIEWS… 5.24 ac, 2500sf, 3 Bdrm Rambler w/bonus rm, asttached garage + 60x32 shop/garage w/one bdrm, 3/4 Ba, apt above. $525,000. #506862 ZONED COMMERCIAL… ready for your business. Home, freshly painted, new windows, new breaker box, gas hot water heater, great location. $174,000. #550877

EAGLEMONT 2 STORY… 3 Br, 2.5 Ba, over 2500 sf, hardwood floors, kitchen w/granite, high end fixture, high ceilings, spacious upstairs, bonus rm & den. $310,000. #574568 COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER W/ SHOP… 4 Bdrm, 1.75 Ba, 2483 sf home. Beautiful kitchen, maple cabinets, high ceilings. Finished 1700 sf shop & more. $490,000 #473037

RIDGEMONT NEIGHBORHOOD… 3 Br, 1 3/4 baths, spacious living rm, adjoining family rm w/wood f/place. On a cul-de-sac, close to schools & town. $289,000. #551945 LARGER THAN IT LOOKS!… 3 Br, 1 Ba +den on 9600sf lot in SedroWoolley. Newer vinyl windows, blt-ins, 2 car garage, possibly subdividable. $158,000. #535115

15 ACRES… excellent bldg site, great location, minutes to freeway & B’ham. Shallow wells in area. Creek & valley views. $180,000. #512840

COUNTRY ACRE… affordable land ready to build on. Mtn & territorial views in quiet Clear Lake location. PUD water & PSE power at street. $66,500. #533419

CHARMING… 3 Br, 2 Ba Burlington home. Garage, fully fenced, garden area in nice cul-de-sac neighborhood. $169,000. #571356

WATERFRONT LOT… on beautiful Big Lake, 290’WF. Includes home plans & bldg permit. All utilities in street. Sunny side of lake. Possible owner terms. $450,000. #480557

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NICE 20 ACRES… fronts on access road with great mountain views. Has power & water available. $99,500. #330544

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83 ACRES… beautiful pasture land, some wooded acres. 3 Br, 2 Ba Mfg home, 2 shops, horse barn/hay loft. Great for cattle ranch, equestrian use. $465,000. #284837

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LIKE NEW: in Brl Senior Park, open flr plan in a small Park close to all serJUST REDUCED…GREAT NEIGH- vices. Lg tiled open kitchen, oversized BORHOOD… Large lot, fenced back- 2 car garage. $124, 500. #534335 yard, several fruit trees. 3 Br Ramvler, AFFORDABLE CAMPSITE… 2 acres garage + carport, sun room & shed. fronting on the Samish River north of $179,500. #523723 Burlington. Rough access road, just PRIVACY PLUS… 6.24 acres total $19,500. #330946 w/possible extra bldg site. Very private w/pond, outbldgs & 3 Br, 1.75 EDGE OF MOUNT VERNON… enjoy Ba home. Call for details. $340,000. this 1/2ac, 4Br, 3Ba, 1 story home w/full daylight sep living area. Lg 2 car shop #267821 2/220amp service. $429,500. #526039 JUST REDUCED!… Bacus Hill 20 secluded acres, Wiseman Creek SUPER BLDG SITE… located at crosses corner of property. $100,000. the end of 19th St. in Mount Vernon. 28,500 SF lot w/utilities available. #297233 $149,500. #557334 BURLINGTON LOT… zoned general commercial. Perfect site for clinic or SPECTACULAR VIEW of Similk Bay & any professional use, sewer & wa- beyond. Over 1 ac, water, power in street, ter. Survey & elevations complete. desirable location. $175,000. #280881 $415,000. #178973

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Sustainability on Loan

Standardizing the Value of “Green” Home Updates Can Help Buyers and Sellers

While growing numbers of homeowners are saving money on energy bills by making “green” updates to their homes, getting a lender or appraiser to realize the value of those updates may not be as straightforward. But, getting proper valuation on sustainable home features may be the norm rather than the exception in as few as three years, says Teresa Lopez, a licensed mortgage banker in Austin, Texas. Lopez is leading a national initiative with her company, Green Energy Money, to make green mortgages an industry standard. The idea is that an energy efficient house can save money for a homeowner, which makes the home more affordable over time. Green Energy Money, partnering with Security National Mortgage Company, recognizes that this changes the financial picture for potential homebuyers. They work to properly appraise sustainable real estate and offer competitive financing in more than 40 states, Lopez says. They also offer appraisal platforms and training programs for 4

appraisers and loan officers, so that one day the method to evaluate property value for energy efficient homes will be standardized throughout the real estate market. This will be a boon to both homebuyers looking for loans or sellers who want a strong return on investment for their green updates, Lopez says. Valuations with Security National are now able to recognize at least 70 percent (and in some cases as much as 100 percent) of the value of energy-efficient upgrades, depending on the update. This is compared to the meager industry average of .001 to 1 percent, according to Lopez. Those with renewable energy sources in the home, such as geothermal and solar, can finance homes with zero utility usage bills. In some cases, owners are receiving money back from their utility companies, when they produce more energy than they use. And, according to Lopez, “this is something that is fundamentally viable for the entire market.”

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FEATURE HOME FROM COVER: 8112 EMMANUEL LN, CONCRETE Windermere Real Estate/Skagit 1030 E. College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360.424.4901 www.WindermereSkagit.com

ASK OUR BROKER By Peter G. Miller

SINGLE-FAMILY RENTALS

have always attracted long-term investors because, to a large degree, they are self-managed by tenants. Since home prices began to decline around 2006 and 2007, small investors had more We live in a community of opportunities to acquire singlesingle-family homes. Now, a home family homes. These price declines next to us has been sold. The happened to take place at the very owners have rented the property. same time that rents increased. How will that impact the value of Second, to offset the need our property? to quickly re-sell foreclosed properties, some lenders have allowed former borrowers to stay on as tenants, thus converting properties from owner-occupied According to to rental status. RealEstateEconomyWatch.com, 27 Third, Wall Street firms have percent of all income properties purchased roughly 80,000 existing are now single-family rentals or homes for use as rental properties. SFRs. Whether the home next door It’s not a big number in the is owner-occupied or rented, it context of the national housing should make no difference in the stock, but such purchases are valuation of your property. important because they reduce What you want from a the inventory of distressed homes neighboring property is a home in local markets. Fewer distressed that is well-maintained and homes mean less pressure to lower consistent with the neighborhood. home values. If it’s part of a homeowners Making matters more complex, association, you want to be certain many properties today are difficult that the HOA fee is being paid. to classify. RealtyTrac says there None of this has anything to are “zombie” homes (properties do with whether the property is in foreclosure which have been owner-occupied or not. vacated by the owners) and We’re seeing more SFRs for “vampire” properties (homes that several reasons. have been foreclosed and yet the First, single-family rentals owner remains in place.)

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125 W. SPRUCE ST, MV $109,950 Charming, move-in ready 2 bdrm home. New flooring, paint, appliances, heat pump & more. Lots of built-in storage & spacious utility. More info & photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #573855 8969 GARDEN TERRACE LN, SDW $139,500 Manufactured home on a paved, dead-end street. Vaulted ceiling in living room; walk-in pantry in kitchen. Price/size includes neighboring lot. More info & photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #563768 334 N. BAKER ST., MV $155,900 Large 1.5 story 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. #556931 716 PYRAMID PEAK PL, MV $263,500 Stunning & completely updated rambler in the Skagit Highlands. Fully air conditioned. Top of the line SS appliances. Fully landscaped & fenced. Call Rita Ingram at 708-8338. #530303 39910 WILLARD LN, CNC $275,000 1 acre of country living surrounded by fields & mountains. 1-level home with 4 bedrooms. Formal dining/living rooms. 3 full baths, arched doorways. 2 car garage. Fenced back yard. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #530212 4919 NEW WOODS PL, MV $324,600 Perfect 1-level open floor plan with soaring ceilings, 2,070+ SF of luxurious living space. Views of golf course mountains. Private deck & pond, 2 master suites. 2 car garage. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #562318 2705 RIVER VISTA LP, MV $369,950 Exceptional home in North Hill. Kitchen w/granite & SS apps. 4 bedrooms PLUS an office that can be a 5th bedroom. Fully-finished basement w/rec room. Nice deck. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #535450 17633 S. SKYRIDGE DR, MV $399,900 Spacious custom built residence in Skyridge. 3260sqft w/Main Floor Master, 2 guest beds & 3 full baths. Superb cul-de-sac location & sunset views. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #573815 93 SAMISH PL, LAC $399,950 Beautiful Shelter Bay Home! Living/dining & kitchen capture views of mountains, marina, sound & Rainbow Bridge. Trex deck w/glass view panels. More info & photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #572091

303 E. JONES RD, SDW $399,950 Immaculate custom 3 bedroom, 2.25 bath home. 2 car garage, 30x20 shop & 60x36 shop both with heat. Located on .86 acre with additional 1.33 acres adjoining with development potential. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #345096 4811 BEAVER POND DR, MV $469,900 Extraordinary living in this custom built Eaglemont Golf community residence. Brilliant open design offering 3194 SF; 5 bedrooms & 2.5 baths. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #568174 29000 OUTLOOK LN, SDW $474,900 Incredible views of the valley, river & mountains! Wood beamed tongue & groove ceilings, extensive deck & view windows, main floor master suite. 3 bay shop. More info & photos at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #529566 12899 WAYWARD WAY, CL $525,000 Beautiful home on 6.5+ acres. 3,579 SF., 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Fruit trees, green house, Koi pond & super cool chicken coop. 44’x22’RV garage with 14’ door. Call Jake Koetje at 466-8045. #552986

LOT 20, PRESSENTIN RANCH DRIVE, CNC $38,900 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 $59,950 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 0 LAKE MCMURRAY LN, MV $65,000 Nearly 5 acres on Lake McMurray-close to public boat launch. Currently undeveloped, but potential for at least 2 building sites (buyer to verify)-or use as recreation land. Call Jim Glackin at 4282828. #548187 0 SAMISH ISLAND RD, BOW $84,900 Samish Island lot with view of the south sound. The .62 acre lot sits back off the road. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #389280

NHN ERSHIG RD., BOW $129,000 Great setting for your dream home. 1 acre site in Bow. Level lot with soils analysis on file with wells in area that average 50-60 ft. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #359539 1150 S. ANACORTES ST, BRL $165,000 1 acre in Burlington with a small house, but the real news is the land. Subdivision possible, up to 5 lots. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #533424 7657 SONGBIRD LN, CUSTER $210,000 Wonderful 2.5 acre homesite in Hawthorne Meadows Country Estates. Mountain views, water meter & 3 bedroom septic installed. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #392630 0 PADILLA BAY LN, BAYVIEW $220,000 Prime 1 acre building lot with great views. Located at the end of a dead-end private road. 4 bedroom septic design in place & power on the property. Existing shop/carport. CCR’s, no manufactured homes. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #485056 LOT 4, DEMING WAY, BOW $229,000 View Samish Bay, Padilla Bay, San Juan Islands & sunsets. 1+ acre view lot in Bow-Edison area. Quick access to I-5 & Chuckanut Dr. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #226523 15557 FLINN ROAD, BOW $229,000 10.5 acres above Blanchard with views of Puget Sound. Site plan complete. Creek on property. More info at SkagitValleyHomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #402925 0 DIGBY PL., MV $270,000 2 parcels approved for a 5-plex & tri-plex zero lot-line view townhomes. All utilities including, power, water, sewer, stormwater & natural gas are stubbed in. Call Jim Glackin at 428-2828. #450239 LOT 1 & 3, ERSHIG RD, BOW $325,000 14.21 acres with a 1 acre plateau to build your dream home with views of Mt. Erie. Drilled well. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #359797 LOT 2, DEMING WAY, BOW $395,000 View Samish Bay, Padilla Bay, San Juan Islands & sunsets. 1+ acre view lot in Bow-Edison area. Quick access to I-5 & Chuckanut Dr. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #28194096 0 SEAVIEW LN, MV $479,000 Bayview secluded wooded 10 acre retreat with evergreen & hardwood trees. Features wildlife & recreational trails. Coded gate entry for privacy. Call Warren Bingham at 770-2421. #505282

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www.WindermereSkagit.com 7544 MERGANSER LN, BOW $599,950 Enjoy glistening sunsets & watching the eagles soar. Superb acreage residence in Sunset Creek offers over 3000 SF of light filled living. Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #555909 4935 PRAIRIE LN, SDW $759,900 Gaze at the stars & take in the wonders of nature. Stunning 5 acre homestead wrapped in a picturesque private setting. Barn, shops & more! Call Elizabeth Miller at 420-3607. #550645 23806 THORNWOOD PL, SDW $775,000 Level 5+ acre ranchette, 3765 SF home, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths. Ideal equestrian site, fenced, newer barn w/2 paddock stalls, 3 bays. Call Warren Bingham 770-2421 or Jake Koetje at 466-8045. #527664

0 N. 16TH ST, MV $85,000 Hard to find city residential building lots – price includes P#25751 & #25709. All services available at street. Call Rita Ingram at 708-8338. #499023 0 SAWYER LN, CL $99,950 Nice level lot in a gated community with Clear Lake access. Power at the road & water available. Ready to build your dream home in the country. Start now to enjoy your summer on the lake. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #480406 24757 HAPPY TRAILS LN, SDW $111,150 Serene country setting with 4.93 acres. Partial pasture. Value is in the land & there is a well, outbuildings & older singlewide home, sold AS-IS. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #490612 16457 DIKE RD., MV $129,000 Level 3.29 acres of farmland. Perfect new home site. View of Mt Baker. Public water, power & a 1000 gallon septic on property. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #322893

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RESIDENTIAL 13885 SEAVIEW WAY, ANA $535,000 Western views & Burrows Bay w/ 2618 SF, 3BR 2.5 BA. Quality & elegance throughout. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#523546 2614 WASHINGTON BLVD, ANA $444,900 Lovely Sunset Cove home w/ vaulted ceilings, formal dining, nice kitchen w/ eating space, & large deck. Master suite w/ walk-in closet. Wonderful level fenced yard. Walking distance to beautiful Anacortes waterfront park. Debbie Macy 360-3912422 MLS#543406 4205 FIDALGO BAY RD, ANA $1,980,000 Spectacular property along Tommy Thompson Trail. Approx. 1,700 ft of waterfront beautifully landscaped. 3bd 4.5ba, 4,188 SF home w/ garage parking for 45’ Motor Coach, plus smaller caretakers residence/RV. Great views toward Mt Baker. 38.18 acres includes approx. 35 acres of tidelands. John Prosser 360-202-3891 MLS#543801 617 ST. MARY’S DR, ANA $298,000 Wonderful 3bd 2.5ba home in quiet neighborhood 2 minutes from downtown. Canadian Mountain & channel views. Features vaulted ceilings, 2 fireplaces, large master suite, & sunny back deck. Fenced yard, plus 2-car garage. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422 MLS#511555 9773 DAN ST, LC $568,000 Contemporary 3,155 SF, 3bd 2.5ba home with panoramic views of Similk Bay and the Olympic Mountains. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#560560 8625 EVERGREEN LANE, ANA $350,000 96’ of waterfront, breathtaking views, & .33 acres of land on Guemes. Charming art studio & cozy cabin surrounded by water on all sides. Potential home site on upper property. Kathy Rogers 360941-4400 MLS#561085 626 WANAPUM DR, LC $178,000 Beautifully landscaped, 3bd 2ba single-level home. Smartly designed kitchen w/ breakfast room looks to large deck. Enchanting patio & garden area, easy care yard. Community swim, golf, marina, clubhouse, tennis, & beach. Moorage possible. Jackie Stone 360-661-2247 MLS#525291 14820 GIBRALTER RD, ANA $2,289,000 Spectacular equestrian opportunity. 5,407 SF home w/ fenced pastures surrounded by forest atop 9 view acres. 5bd 4ba w/ Similk Bay & Hope Island views. 21,000 SF arena includes 9 stalls, prof. dressage area, heated wash space, tack room, laundry, & bath. John Prosser 360-202-3891 MLS#546426

5108 CASTLE CT, ANA $749,000 A remarkable waterview home in Skyline. Contemporary design with only the finest building materials and equipment. Open floor plan designed to focus on art and special collections. Bill Robillard 360-770-4707 MLS#547294 2314 37TH CT, ANA $329,900 Move-in-ready home features 1,814 SF, 3bd, 2.5ba. Enjoys hardwood floors, spacious kitchen, formal living & dining rooms. Fully fenced yard, entertaining sized deck. Located on quiet cul-de-sac. Paul Weisz 360-391-7281 MLS#562672 11953 CANYON RIDGE, ANA $1,100,000 Exquisite 3bd 3.75ba view home w/ vaulted ceilings, Brazilian Cherry floors, gourmet kitchen, granite & marble countertops. Fully landscaped w/greenhouse, garden space & storage sheds. Colleen Sargent 360-202-2155 MLS#492473 6931 CAROLINA ST, ANA $499,000 Sunny 4bd, 3ba Gibraler area home. Features atrium-style family rm, granite kitchen, main-level Master & full MIL suite: kitchen, living rm, bed & bath. Beautiful surrounding gardens. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#518063

CONDOS 2304 Skyline Way, Unit B-2, ANA $99,000 Great Skyline moorage offers wide berth & located next to ramp. 38’+6’ overhang w/ 15’ beam. Recent renovations. Full service marina w/ close access to San Juan Is. Debbie Macy 360-391-2422 MLS#502883 1800 Skyline Way #302, ANA $199,000 Bright top floor unit w/ marina and bay views. Features spacious deck, free-standing gas stove, & master suite w/ walk-in closet. Secured covered parking, elevator, storage, & tennis courts. Minutes to WA Park. Paul Necco 360-770-5989 MLS#546121

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13525 MASHIE ST, ANA $60,000 Nice affordable lot w/view of Similk Beach. Ready to build on, utilities close by. Near golf course and beach for crabbing or clamming. Kathy Rogers 360-941-4400 MLS#535932 117 WISHKAH, CENTER ISLAND $65,000 Large cleared building site w/ partial water view. Driveway in, septic installed, water hookup paid. Amenities include dock, year-round caretakers, clubhouse, private airstrip, crabbing & fishing. 30 min water taxi to Anacortes. Sarah Jones 360-333-2783 MLS#372314

MADRONA ESTATES LT 23, CYPRESS IS. $45,000 Join the charming Strawberry Bay community! Level lot w/ shared interest beach access. Enjoy fishing, crabbing, sunsets, beach activities and more. 2 bdrm septic installed, water share w/ Madrona Estates Community. Gina Davis 360-7087794 MLS#286425 7 LOT MARINERS PLACE, ANA $179,000 The Reserve at Channel Landing, a coveted water’s edge neighborhood poised above the treasured Tommy Thompson Trail. Generous sized lot has paramount views. Planned as a collection of owner-driven designed homes. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#567515 16 LOT NAVIGATOR LANE, ANA $179,000 The Reserve at Channel Landing, a coveted water’s edge neighborhood poised above the treasured Tommy Thompson Trail. Generous sized lot has paramount views. Planned as a collection of owner-driven designed homes. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#567729

202 OR 206 MANSFIELD CT, ANA $130,000 Huge views from gorgeous building lot perched above treasured Tommy Thompson trail. Access to waterfront and beach just across the street. Enjoy Anacortes’ downtown. All utilities in street. This lot is ready for your distinguished design. Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#541518; 541505 4118 BRANT CIR, ANA $139,000 Lovely residential property in quiet neighborhood. Enjoys mtn & bay views. Adjoins greenbelt, no through traffic, accessed from Whistle Lk Rd. Close to all shopping and Hwy 20. Linda Macy 360-708-8284 MLS#468917 2406 WASHINGTON CT, ANA $334,000 Stunning San Juan Island & Rosario Strait views from premier lot in Sunset Cove Estates. All city amenities at lot. Easy trail to community gazebo, waterfront, and beach. Near WA Park, Skyline Marina, and trails. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#468872

www.AnacortesRealEstate.com 4213 CEDARCREST LANE, ANA $1,090,000 Spectacular Olympic Mtn, San Juan, & Burrows Bay views from serene, 12-acre gated property. Underground power & water utilities; private beach access & boat moorage included. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#465046 1307 5TH ST, ANA $199,500 Rare 6000 SF lot in historic Old Town w/ Guemes Channel & San Juan views! All utilities in street. Includes custom plans for 3500 SF 4bd 3ba home. Near shops, dining, galleries, library and theatres! Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 MLS#183914 LOTS 22-24 SOUTH SHORE RD, ANA $35,000 This beautiful, level, wooded lot is not far from the Guemes ferry dock and Anderson store. Lot certification is completed. Great vacation getaway. Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 MLS#534089

COMMERCIAL 503 E MORRIS, LC $535,000 4,996 SF commercial space right in LC traffic. Currently an antique shop, w/ other business potential. Original building built in 1898 w/ majority added on in 1987. 2nd 576 SF building leased for $500/mo. on month-to-month basis. Nate Scott 360-708-2354 MLS#511766 2802 COMMERCIAL AVE, ANA $425,000 Prime commercial property. 11,400 SF corner lot at 28th & Commercial Ave. Existing 5,680 SF building is in average condition. Property has been priced for the land value only. Building can be refurbished. John Prosser 360-202-3891 MLS#520597 906 7TH, ANA $500,000 2 vacant lots plus 3rd w/ office building - 9,000 SF total, zoned Commercial Business District. 50 ft height restriction (see new Majestic bldg). Multiuse townhomes, apts, condo over retail, or prof. offices on 1st floor. Cheryl Frazier 360-202-4789 MLS#470410

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For Lease- 2000sf Office Bldg Very Nice 4BD/2.5BA Home! #550752 • $1,650 #539109 • $274,500

Just of I-5 at Anderson Rd. Approximately 2200 sqft of heated & air conditioned finished office, huge storage room IT room w/punchboard & alarm system & bath. Large open space w/1 large separate conference rm wired for phone system & Internet service, Fiberoptic T-1 available also. Ample parking and great location!

This charming home built in 2004 features over 2000sqft of living space on a quiet dead end street in Mount Vernon. Nice open flr plan w/huge kitch, hdwd flrs, vaulted ceiling entry & much more. Huge mstr w/ private ba & walk-in closets. All set in a nice big lot w/ fruit trees, covered front porch & mature landscaping.

Don’t miss this opportunity! This home has two separate living spaces. 179 sqft. shop/288 sqft. shed. Big corner lot close to old town. Walk to shops, restaurants and park. Good location.

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Desirable Glenhaven community (pool, playgrounds, priv. stocked lake, tennis & bball courts). Open style flr plan w/vaulted ceilings, kitch w/stainless appls, bfast bar, hdwds. Mstr w/walk-in closet & ba, 2 addt’l BRs, ba & util rm on main. Downstairs offers lg fam rm w/ cozy pellet stove, office & den/guest rm. Fenced yard.

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Dual Agent Dilemma

Dual Agency is Not Preferable for Most Buyers and Sellers, but Those Who Must Go With a Dual Agent Can Protect Themselves by Staying Informed In the business of buying and selling a home, real estate agents have an attorney-like role, protecting, advocating and representing the rights and interests of their clients. Considering that these clients must place a lot of trust in an agent, it’s no wonder that the term “dual agent” can have an ominous ring to it. So, what exactly is a dual agent? There are two main types, one that is of more concern than the other.

With Two Agents A licensed real estate broker (either an individual or company) often employs several salespeople, commonly known as agents, who work directly with clients. “If a broker has two agents, one who is listing a property and another who represents a buyer who wants to purchase the same property, that is considered dual agency, because they are both under the same broker,” says Clare Ellingwood Mullen, an agent with Prudential Reddington Realtors in Glenside, Pa. Mullen says her company often represents clients on both sides of a transaction. In this form of dual agency, there’s less of a chance for a conflict of interest. It’s helpful if the broker does not get involved “in any negotiations or other transaction details unless there is a major issue,” such as a death on the premises during transaction or breach of contract, as is the case with Mullen’s broker. “[Real estate] offices and brokers are area-specific, so this is common and sometimes unavoidable,” Mullen says of this situation.

With One Agent The other form of dual agency is when an agent lists a property for sale and represents the buyer for the same transaction. As can be expected, this causes a conflict of interest. “In states where there is agency law, agents have the highest fiduciary responsibility under law to the person you are representing,” says Sheldon Detrick, CEO of Prudential Detrick/Prudential Alliance real estate companies covering the Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Okla., markets. “Fiduciary” means making decisions that are in the client’s best financial interest. Each client should have an agent who works for his or her interests exclusively, so the client can get the best deal. But, it’s impossible to advocate for the best price for the seller and the lowest price January 3, 2014

for the buyer at the same time. Dual agents get to know all the secrets of both the buyer and the seller. Just like someone wouldn’t want to share the same divorce attorney with an estranged partner, it’s a bad idea to share an agent with a buyer or a seller.

In Practice Agents and companies who practice dual agency often have to walk a very cautious path. “Under the law of agency… you have to keep both the buyers’ and sellers’ information private and you need to do what is in the best interest of both parties to positively affect the deal,” Detrick says. Mullen says agents have different ways of dealing with such situations. “Some agents have created techniques that they believe overcomes the grey area of [dual agency],” she says. For instance, they might keep all offers sealed until presenting them to the seller. She continues, “I personally do not feel comfortable with this type of dual agency. How can you truly represent a party when you have equal ties to both sides?” Despite the apprehension, there could be situations where a buyer or a seller has no option but to go with a shared or dual agent. In that case, tread carefully and ask lots of questions, Mullen advises. “Discuss the process for presenting offers and dealing with inspection and appraisal issues,” she says. “Do research as to market values in specific neighborhoods to be sure you are not over-paying or accepting a lower offer that benefits an agent more than you.” Every state has its set of disclosure laws. Visit the Real Estate Commission’s website for your state or connect to its hotline. You can also inquire about the laws with a licensed real estate professional, Mullen says.

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Energy efficient, 2 bdrm, DW, W/D, storage shed. No smoke. $750. 700 A Talcott S-W. 360-840-5728

SHOP FOR HIM, BIG LAKE VIEW FOR HER, ACREAGE FOR KIDS

40x72' clear span shop-12' doors allows access for big rigs. Wide drive from main road to a large graveled turn around area. Wood frame/concrete floor, metal roof & siding. 2.34 acres mostly cleared. Meadow behind is flat for home. Acres 4 kids/animals to roam. View of Big Lake. Utilities at the street and plans show septic. 1/3 the property taxes of waterfront. Owner sale=savings. Endless possibilities for home business, small farming operation, storage facility or business opportunities. Asking $270,000. Leave message @ 360422-8907 or make an offer.

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2102 10th Street, Anacortes "OLD TOWN" 4 bdrm, 2 3/4 bath VIEW home. Corner lot, 2 car garage w/carport. 3 bdrms on main floor. Lg basement for shop w/bath. Attic for storage, lg yard w/garden. Pictures on Owners.com & Militarybyowner.com Broker courtesy extended (360) 293-5409

PINE CREEK Open House MV 6 plex, 211 N. 21st, large 1 bdrm, 1 ba, carport, deck, $675/mo. $400 dep. 360424-6974 MV. Very nice 4plex, 2 bdrm, 2 ba, view, carport. W/S/G pd. W/D hookups. No smoke/ pets. $800/mo. + $800 dep. Credit ck. 610-9860 Lv msg.

COLONIAL PARK/MV 55+ 1994, COMMUNITY. 44x14, 1 bdrm, 1 ba (walkin tub). $630/month includes mortgage, space rent, sewer, garbage and cable. Purchase price $15,000. (You own it.) Owner Financing. Keith Johnson, 360-424-8498

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Investor special! 1800sqft manufactured home on 2.4 acres in secluded and wooded location in Concrete, WA. Large outbuildings. Listed for $80K. Bring any and all offers. Benji and Julian Travis REO Investment Specialist

Keller Williams Realty 425-319-0412

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 Saturday, 11 to 2 or by appointment. 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.

PINE CREEK Open House

Open House Sat. 1-4pm Skyline – Anacortes 5202 Kingsway Panoramic view of water, marina & islands. 2100 sq. ft. 3 bdrm, 2 ½ ba, great room concept, fireplace, family room, hardwood floors, granite. Double car garage. Must see! $399,950. 360-293-6588

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PRICE REDUCED! SEDRO-WOOLLEY (ESTATE SALE!) 1 ½ acres with rambler style 3 bdrm, with full basement. Attached 1 car garage, 4 bay workshop in back yard. Room for horse. Property is subdividable and can be turned into city building lots just on North edge of Sedro-Woolley city limits. Will hold owner contract with large down payment or large discount for cash! $235,000. Call 360336-8648 for details, leave message will call back as soon as possible.

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Samish Island WATERFRONT

10529 Samish Is. Rd. $675,000. 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

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1508 LINDSAY LOOP #105, MOUNT VERNON $210,000 W NE

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Beautiful building lots. John Hunter Elva Hunter Community offers 360-202-3854 360-202-3086 18 hole public course, new clubhouse w/ fabulous views, dining & fitness facilities. Natural wetland & preserve, walking trails/ parks. Complete plans for beautiful homes negotiable or bring your own!

$425,000 16805 3RD AVE., LA CONNER

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

Beautiful low bank 53’ waterfront lot. Spectacular sunsets and views of the Straits of Georgia and White Rock. Great crabbing and clamming. Suzanne Jenkins Just the place for your dream 360-941-2983 home on Semiahmoo Bay. MLS# 440315

4500 sf. Spacious, striking custom design by Ladies Home Journal architectural editor. Many custom built-ins w/ each room generous size. 3 BR, 2 Danya Wolf family rms + den (could be xtra 360-708-8294 BRs). 2 natural gas log frpls. Expansive deck w/ views & 2.66 ac. fenced w/ small barn for horse. MLS# 425689

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Fourplex tract(s) for $160,000 (Tract 6) and $170,000 (Tract 5); and one five plex tract (Tract 4) for $180,000.00 Building permit ready for thirteen (13) units. Danya Wolf Or,administrative conditional 360-708-8294 use potential for professional/ medical offices. MLS# 574059

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Wonderful open fl plan, w/ lg master suite on main level, walk-in closet, lg kitchen granite counters/gas fireplaces, sliding doors to covered deck Elva Hunter to outdoor entertaining! Den/ 360-202-3086 office w/ French doors. Downstairs 2 bedrooms, full bath, large rec room & plenty of storage. 2 plans to choose from or work with builder for your special design features! MLS# 475304

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This is it! Last Available building lot (#25) in a desired area. Great 20X40 shop on site. Level lot is just shy of an acre with beautiful, mature trees. Community water system. MLS# 419801

3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master suite features a full bath with jetted tub and walk-in closet, easy access to backyard. Fully fenced Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 Sandy Everett yard. Within walking distance 360-202-3706 to Burlington City Library, City Park, medical facility and Elementary School. MLS# 488112

Heroes have been firefighters, police and military; program expanded to include educators, pastors and more. Tell us what you do for your community and let us say “Thank you”! Savings depend on final purchase or sale price of home. Homes for Heroes Affiliates have agreed to the following rebates /discounts, with HFH provider: Discounted Lender Fees; 25% of agents gross commission; $100 off home inspection; Discounted Title insurance fees . Call for details!

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