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Playing “The Price Is Right”.....................................P6 SELLING A HOME IS STRESSFUL

Here’s how to make it simpler...........................................P7

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BURLINGTON

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

Sedro-Woolley

$89,950

Level & wooded 5 acre tract with some marketable timber. Wetland delineation complete, Septic design in for approval. History of good wells in the neighborhood. 15 minutes from Bellingham or Burlington.

Convenience to nearby towns but still living rural. MLS #1479187

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Sedro-Woolley

$345,000

Beautifully kept 3 bedroom 2 bath home with additional bonus room & storage. Vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, open floor plan and updated appliances including hot water tank and flooring. Private deck overlooks large sunny, fully fenced yard. Enjoy fruit trees and garden beds, 2 sheds one with playhouse. A must see! MLS #1507992

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burlington

$269,000

Great opportunity to own a rapidly growing business in the Skagit Valley. Self serve yogurt store is currently available. Steady growth since established in 2012, the business is located in a prime retail and food establishments. This location currently serves nearly 90,000 customers a year and a long term lease is in place. Seller will provide training and support. MLS #1512140

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Sedro-Woolley

$299,999

Ready to move in.. This Sedro-Woolley home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bath, one level home with fenced in backyard and 2 car garage. New appliances, new carpeting throughout, new vinyl tK in kitchen, and freshly painted.

Ready for you!! MLS #1501053

Call ron, 333-1045

Call WilMa, 661-1631

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Mount Vernon

$394,500

Gorgeous, desirable backyard! Home offers shy 1900 SF, 3+ BR, 2.25 baths. Built in 2016, nice location. Spacious kitchen w/ granite counters, hardwood floors. Gas heat, tankless water heater. Lg slider off dining area to patio Lg. water feature & pond. MLS #1490537

Mount Vernon

Lisa Boon Meyer 420-6608

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

$425,000

Spacious beautifully home w/ lots of space. 4 BR’s, formal living & dining room + family room. Wonderful kitchen w/ deck access & lots of cupboard storage. All new appliances, new windows, roof, exterior paint, carpet & more. Over 1/4 acre w/ backyard fully fenced. RV parking too! MLS #1507814

Call elizabeth, 708-8800

Call Charlie, 360-708-1415 or Jeannie, 360-708-9645

Call elizabeth, 708-8800

Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

$235,000

Call ron, 333-1045

W NE

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

W NE

Adorable cottage located north of Sedro Woolley. 2 bedrooms 1 bath w/ dual entry from the master bedroom/hall. Open floor plan w/ cathedral ceilings.

Efficient kitchen w/ abundant storage. Slider off rear of home opens to the neighborhood preferred wooded greenbelt area. MLS #1511351

Call ron, 333-1045

Sedro-Woolley

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Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

Ivana Wood 770-3550

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Mike Welling 540-1341

Debbie Benjamin 708-8780

Arthur Henrichs 389-7879

Kati Shannon 391-1203

Traci Erickson Property Manager 755-5555

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1087 Digby RoaD, Mount VeRnon

$549,900

WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE/NORTH CASCADES 520 COOK ROAD SEDRO-WOOLLEY, WA 98284 (360) 856-4901 • www.windermeresedrowoolley.com

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While Northeast transactions declined, sales rose in the other three major U.S. regions, including vast growth in the West last month.

Source: National Association of Realtors

JIM GLACKIN 360-428-2828

A park-like estate property on a shy in-city acre lot! Six-bedroom home plus office w/master on main. The lower level is a full MIL or could be rental. Zonal heating and AC - three zones - new roof & gutters, on-demand hot water, RV parking, drive thru garages suitable for lift, beautiful cedar vaulted living/dining room w/gas fireplace.

Private location but convenient to all amenities – shopping, golf course, medical nearby. Large lot allows for construction of a shop.

Many other upgrades! NEW PRICE! MLS#1493240

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360.757.6013 800.869.7084

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Classic, solid built rambler with large, park-like private backyard that’s partially fenced. Living room has brick frpl, kitchen with custom cabinets, laundry room with ample cabinets, large bonus rm, & 3 BD/1.75BA. $365,000 #1502183 GE EA

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12577 EAGLE DRIVE, BURLINGTON

Kristen Tuttle Yvonne Brown Galen Kindred Holly Hilts

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

Build your new home on this beautiful parklike 19+ ac lot located close to public boat ramp at Lake McMurray. Property has been maintained, landscaped, is very private, has trails throughout & a lot of wildlife. $349,000 #1410178

Jeff Ingman Shelah Inman Jodi Dynes Fritz Inman

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

Tim Reichert Ron Wortham Mary Jo Reitsma Travis Lohman

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Skagit Golf & Country Club...Gorgeous location on the 11th fairway. Traditional 2 story home, 3bd/2.25ba, one owner, excellent condition. Liv rm w/vaulted ceiling, new carpet, foyer, dining rm & hall w/hardwood. Family rm w/woodstove, open to newer kitchen w/white cabinets & adjoining breakfast area. Come see us! $465,000 #1514432 391-5587 661-1500 770-6013 661-4533

Tod LeHecka Jan Scally Dale Owenby Dana Holmes Katie Hilsinger

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

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Fantastic panoramic views from this large lot on Burlington Hill.

Ideal lot for building a home with a daylight basement. All utilities available at street, & not far from town amenities. Excellent place to build your Dream home! $195,000 #1458039

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Q&A

What market is it?

QUESTION:

We live in a community where the typical house sells for $500,000. There’s a lot of real estate demand here but it’s very uneven. Most affordable homes are quickly snapped up, sometimes within hours. But houses that cost more than the average often linger unsold for weeks and months. Is this a buyer’s market or a seller’s market?

ANSWER:

You sometimes hear the term “buyer’s market” or “seller’s market” to describe general real estate activity in a given area. These are handy expressions but they mask the reality that markets are complex and generalizations can result in missed opportunities. A seller’s market is defined by one or more trends such as: A large number of quick sales.

A large number of multiple offers.

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Sales which involve a number of contingencies.

The problem with these definitions is that they’re often widely applied. Sales in a metro core are strong this year so we might hear that it’s a seller’s market. But within a metro area, ZIP code, or city boundary there may well be locations and price ranges where sales are slower.

Some price ranges may do better than others. The Smiths can afford a $500,000 property. They can buy a less expensive home and not stretch their budget.

However, going up in price may be uncomfortable or not possible financially. The result is that we see a lot of competition for entry-level homes.

Zillow reported last year that “owners of the country’s most affordable homes are gaining equity the fastest, because demand for entry-level homes continues to grow faster than supply.”

A large number of cash sales.

Battalions of buyers at open houses.

Many “coming soon” sales which sell just as they are listed on MLS systems.

A large number of sales which involve premiums above list prices.

A large number of sales with a few contingencies or even no contingencies.

Prices which have visibly risen during the past six months or a year.

With a buyer’s market we will likely see: Unit sales lower than a year ago.

Large numbers of homes lingering on the market.

Little traffic at open houses.

A large number of sale prices which are below asking prices.

Transactions which involve significant “seller contributions” that effectively discount the purchase price.

Sandi riley

american dream real estate services, inc.

770-8670

17157 BENNETT ROAD, MT. VERNON

2610 E. SECTION ST. ‘’LITTLE MTN. ESTATES’’ MT. VERNON

$324,500

+ 55

Custom Log Lodge with Spectacular Views

Fantastic Split Level with Open Living

#1292285 • $1,099,000

#1503536 • $329,999

Amazing 4100 Sq ft Custom Log Lodge home on 3.54 acres fenced Equestrian acres with spectacular sunset San Juan Islands view & separate second rental/Guesthouse. Fantastic location minutes from I-5 yet peaceful country living. Highest quality construction, one level main living w/huge mahogany deck, views from every room. Spacious kitchen w/cement counters & stainless appliances, master w/huge bath, walk in tile shower. 2nd floor 2 large beds. Lower level living, 2nd kitchen, living, bed/bath, garage.

Fantastic Split level 3 bedroom 2.75 bath home on a large corner lot in Mount Vernon!

This 1758 sqft house features new floor & paint throughout! Large open living with kitchen open to dining and living room with wood stove! Covered deck open to large fenced backyard. Master with private bath. Lower level features large family room 3/4 bath and laundry room. Oversized garage has shop/hobby room. Great location close to Hospital, Schools, parks and shopping. Don’t miss this one!

OPEN SAT. 1-4:00 CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

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*NICE SHOP, GREENHOUSE, FULLY FENCED YARD, COVERED R.V. PARKING! *3 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH,..SPACIOUS LIVING/DINING RM./GREAT ROOM *GAS HEAT, DOUBLE HIGH OVERHEAD CARPORT, LOVELY PATIO

*JUST LISTED, GORGEOUS PRIVATE BACK YARD, COVERED PATIO *UPDATED 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH BEAUTY W/1700+ SQ. FT. *OPEN KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM, GAS HAT, 55+ LIVING AT IT’S BEST!!

8989 E. PRESSENTIN DRIVE, CONCRETE

W NE

Terrific Condo in Northridge

College Way Prime Retail Corner Space

Two Offices and Shop

#1511968 • $214,999

#1417681 • $3,450 Month Rent

#1461832 • $2,800 Month Rent

Terrific condo in of Mount Vernon’s best kept secrets! The Northridge complex features quiet single entrance community, park-like setting w/ large yards, sidewalks and mature landscaping. This 2 story corner unit features 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath large living room, private patio & 2nd floor deck, private garage, tons of storage, laminate floors throughout, ceiling radiate heat and newly painted! Complex features clubhouse, pool, sports court. Reasonable dues include water, sewer, garbage, cable and internet!

2300 Sqft of Street level Prime Retail Corner Space on College Way located in a busy multi tenant complex right on the corner of College Way & Parker Way. High visibility. Walking distance to the College, Terrific signage. This space is composed 2300 Street Level Prime Retail with counter, break room, private office & shared bathrooms.

High Exposure,excellent signage opportunities at street & on building.

Additional 950 sqft of 2nd floor space available as well. 5 year lease, monthly NNN $1420.

Very nice 3000 sqft shop with 2 offices, 2 12ft roll up doors, 2 man doors 1 bathroom and 200 amp 3 Phase power & separate panel. Great space for wholesale, light manufacturing, warehouse or shop. Tons of power and plumbed for compressor. Located just off Anderson Rd and I-5 for great access. I-5 Marquee signage. Owner pays water, sewer. Tenant pays power, gas, garbage. Fiber optic available. Perfect for machine shop, small manufacturing. NOT zoned 502, auto or retail. No NNN!

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$319,500

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Anacortes Office

Mount Vernon Office

2788 E College Way Mount Vernon, WA 360-416-6500 • adrskagit.com

Like American Dream Real Estate Mount Vernon

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360-770-8670 23734 RUTH LANE, ‘’CONWAY’’ MT. VERNON

$448,900

9080 E. PRESSENTIN DRIVE, CONCRETE

$225,000

CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

CALL SANDI RILEY 360-770-8670

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*LOVELY ‘’TIMBERLAND’’ HOME ON PRESSENTIN CREEK *3 BEDROOMS TOTAL, W/3 BATHS + FAMILY ROOM *LARGE VIEW DECK, GAZEBO, R.V. PARKING & MORE!

*CUSTOM 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH RAMBLER W/LARGE FAMILY ROOM *DOUBLE GARAGE, R.V. COVERED PARKING, 1.27 PARK LIKE ACRES *DESIRABLE CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT, EASY I-5 ACCESS

*LOVELY WOOD LAMINATE FLOORS, UPGRADED 2+ BEDROOM DOUBLE WIDE *DEN/3RD BEDROOM POSSIBILITY, LARGE COVERED FRONT PORCH *HUGE 2 CAR GARAGE W/SHOP AREA, POSSIBLE OWNER TERMS TOO!

2610 E. SECTION ST. ‘’LITTLE MTN. ESTATES’’ MT. VERNON

$148,900

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$159,500

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*LARGE 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH ‘’TRIPLEWIDE’’ HOME W/GAS HEAT *BACK OF PARK PRIVACY, LOTS OF GUEST PARKING, ‘’LITTLE MTN.’’ VIEWS *HUGE 600+ SQ. FT. DOUBLE GARAGE

*UPGRADED ‘’SILVERCREST’’ BEAUTY, QUALITY INSIDE & OUT! *LOVELY ‘’OAK’’ KITCHEN W/SUNNY NOOK, ALL APPLIANCES STAY *3 BEDROOMS, LG. PRIVATE MASTER SUITE, GAS HEAT, GAS STOVE

*GORGEOUS WEST ‘’OUTSIDE ‘’ LOT ,PRIVATE YARD & HUGE DECK *SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH BEAUTY W/OPEN PLAN *HUGE KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM, GAS HEAT, GAS FIREPLACE! 1941330

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4510 Clipper Dr, Anacortes Cape Cod Bungalow With Views 3 Beds – 2.25 Baths – 2,225 Sqft Gina Davis 360-708-7794 #1494094

$899,000

31757 E. Main St, Sedro Woolley

$350,000

Spacious 2080 s/f home offering 3 bedrooms all with private baths, nestled back off the road on 1.54 acres. Pasture, orchard w/apple, cherry and plum trees, pond and a heated shop on a fully fenced lot. Cement board siding, fireplace, lg. mstr suite, lots of natural lighting, Beautiful piece of property with lots of local history!

OPEN – Sat 9/7 1Pm tO 4Pm 4707 S. 48th Pl, Mt Vernon Woodside Active Adult Community 3 Beds – 2.5 Baths – 2,033 Sqft Jim Glackin 360-428-2828 #1504293

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OPEN – Sat 9/7 11am tO 1Pm 2631 Club Ct #308, Mt Vernon 1 Level Living In Northridge 2 Beds – 1.75 Baths – 1,362 Sqft Karen Beckner 360-840-9455 #1499062

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OPEN – Sat & SuN 9/7 & 9/8 2Pm tO 4Pm $448,000

Approx 0.46 is in the county, the remaining 1+ acre is in the city limits. RV hook up, lg lean-to

1313 Mariners Pl, Anacortes $1,199,000 Contemporary Custom With Sweeping Views 3 Beds – 2.5 Baths – 3,346 Sqft Colleen Craig 360-770-9638 #1464163

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1425 Potlatch Beach Rd, Tulalip $464,900 First time on the market for this custom built home! Spacious 1408 sq ft rambler with 3 bedrooms/2 baths located on over an acre.

Open floor plan includes kitchen w/ granite, stainless appliances, & huge island. Secluded backyard w/ large deck & lots of garden space.

Master bedroom with bath, walk-in closet, & door that leads to private patio with hot tub. All appliances stay including washer/dryer. Heat pump/central AC/wired for generator. RV/Boat parking & plenty of room to build future shop!

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OPEN – SuN 9/8 1Pm tO 4Pm 14153 Cove Ct, Anacortes 3 Beds – 2.5 Baths – 2,206 Sqft Jeannine Reinig 360-724-8555 Tracy Peterson-Foy 360-724-8555 #1480873

$567,455

OPEN – SuN 9/8 1P tO 4Pm $595,000

$342,000

301 Manito Dr, Mt Vernon

$369,000

2818 17th St, Anacortes

$1,350,000

Cottage lifestyle with the ease of locking up

Beautifully updated and landscaped home on

Custom built classic Craftsman style home with

and heading out for the next vacation. This

extra large private lot in a great Mount Vernon

stunning unobstructed views of the Guemes

adorable 2 bedroom and 1 bath home sits

location! This home features a kitchen with

on a corner lot with partial views of Fidalgo

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Bay and marina. Home is newer with AC, low

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maintenance in and out, beautiful bathroom

fully fenced backyard, covered deck, two car

and open living to enhance the space. Cute

garage with room for workbench, outbuilding

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parking pad. Currently is being used as a VRBO

RV parking, nearly-new high efficiency gas

bedroom. The lot is beautifully landscaped and

but bring your ideas and make it your own.

furnace, wood fireplace insert & much more!

includes a quality glass greenhouse.

Gina Davis 360-708-7794

Jim Glackin 360-428-2828

Debbie Macy 360-391-2422

#1509219

#1512151

Channel and boat traffic, more than five San Juan islands, and Canada in the distance.

Perched on a knoll, this elegant home boasts exceptional finish work, hardwood floors, spacious rooms, beautiful kitchen, 3 fireplaces, abundant storage, office space, 2 car garage, shop, art studio with bath that could be a third

#1510075

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3914 Cottage Pl, Anacortes The Isles, Ultimate Island Living 3 Beds – 2.5 Baths – 1,891 Sqft Margi Houghton 360-202-0041 #1491286

3320 Q Ave, Anacortes

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Playing “The Price Is Right” How sharp are your real estate instincts?

Try this multiple-choice question for a clue: If you list your home, but don’t receive any offers, when would you opt for a price reduction?

Three months? One month? Five months?

None of the above?

When1,000 consumers were surveyed by ShelterZoom, three months was the most popular choice.

In truth, it’s none of the above.

Unfortunately, there is no guiding rule of thumb. “Value change on a specific property must be determined on an individualized basis,” says Stephen Wagner, president of the Appraisal Institute.

Here, Wagner and real estate agents describe considerations that they weigh when a listing doesn’t elicit offers: Expect a wait for pricy, unique homes. If your home has a wine cellar, home theater, or other feature that’s unusual among homes in your area, “it may not draw the same level of demand,” says Wagner.

Similarly, a high-priced luxury property draws “a smaller pool of buyers, and waiting three months is not unheard of,” notes Cathy West Oak Harbor Escrow Manager/LPO 360.679.5055

Christa Canell Freeland Escrow Manager/LPO 360.331.4838

Kari Pittenridge Anacortes Escrow Manager/LPO 360.299.0565

Holly Mathers Island County Title Manager 360.675.2246

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Katey Von Hagel Marketing Representative 360.707.1076

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Shelley Miner Burlington Escrow Manager/LPO 360.707.2312

Eldon Brown Skagit County Manager 360.707.2158

Julie Park, agent with Compass, New York City.

Examine feedback. A listing agent should call every agent who showed the home, asking for impressions. Then, “look for patterns in the feedback,” advises Gini MacDonald, agent with HomeSmart, Denver. Comments that indicate the price is about right, “then the right buyer has not walked through the door,” she says. But when the critique indicates the property needs work and/or is overpriced, sellers should “consider reducing their listing price immediately.”

Check what’s happening in the neighborhood. External events, whether it’s a sudden economic turn or severe weather, can “have a chilling effect” on the entire market, notes Wagner.

Moreover, activity in specific markets is cyclical. In Denver for instance, “inventory has risen” without a corresponding uptick in buyers, MacDonald shares.

If similar homes aren’t going under contract, many properties may eventually see reductions, she concludes.

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Selling a Home? Consider Staging!

Most home sellers know the importance of keeping their house clean and clutter free while it is on the market, but sometimes, taking a few extra steps can make all the difference. That is where staging comes in. According to a report from the National Association of REALTORS®, 62 percent of seller’s agents say that staging a home will decrease the amount of time it spends on the market. Buyers also need to be able to picture themselves living in a house, and 77 percent of buyer’s agents say that staging makes it easier for buyers to visualize a house as their future home.

Rent a small storage unit for:  Personal items - family photos, collectibles, etc.  That recliner, and/or any well-used furniture items.  Excess toys, sporting goods, off-season clothing.  Excess small appliances and ‘counter-clutter’ items. https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/real-estate-story-ideas/selling-a-home-consider-staging Mission Statement: The Nor th Puget Sound Association of Realtor s advocates for Realtor s and their clients, and promotes the protection of property rights.

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Selling A Home Is Stressful Here’s how to make it simpler Planning a wedding can be taxing. Job hunting and interviewing with a potential employer can make you sweat.

But there’s no task quite as worrisome as selling a home, new research shows.

Over three out of four Americans who have sold a residence in the past three years reveal it was a stressful experience--not far behind a relationship breakup--per the results of a recent Zillow survey. In fact, 36 percent said the selling process brought them to tears (one-fifth cried five times or more), particularly parents and millennials.

Seven in 10 fretted about sales price uncertainty or that their home would sit on the market longer than expected, while two-thirds feared an offer would collapse or felt stressed about making necessary home improvements.

The poll also found that around 70 percent of sellers miscalculated how long the process would take, with over one in three admitting their home sale took longer than anticipated.

Jordyn Lee, spokesperson for Seattle-based Zillow, says it’s no shock that selling a home SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

is one of the most stressful experiences in modern life.

“Hosting open houses and hoping the timing lines up are all things that distract you from what often really matters most--finding your next home,” she says. “So many factors are out of your control, including sale price. Many sellers have a price in their mind, and a lot of stress comes from worrying if they’ll get as much as they want or need.

Another stressor is timing.

Over 60 percent of sellers are also buying a new house, which adds a ton of financial complexity.”

Rose Sklar, agent with Coldwell Banker Real Estate Global Luxury Specialist in Broward County, Florida, says sellers also feel pressure trying to compete with popular home improvement shows and meet the demands of buyers who are better informed and prepared today.

“Additionally, it’s natural for sellers who set their expectations too high to feel pressure,” Sklar notes. “Sellers need to step back and accept that things don’t always go exactly the way they want or plan.”

To tamp down the tension and sleep better during the selling process, try these tips: Be strategic. “List your home at a time that can positively impact your sales price, if you can. Zillow research shows it’s best to sell your home in spring--specifically the first half of May,” says Lee. Alternatively, consider listing when inventory is lower, like late summer or late fall.

Prep properly. “Before putting your home on the market, declutter and depersonalize the home as much as possible. Consider using a professional home stager, and be sure to use a professional photographer to market and present your home in the best way possible,” suggests Nadia Anac, Realtor with Keller Williams Tampa Central in Tampa, Florida.

Home inspection. Have the home inspected before putting it on the market. “This way, you can address any issues beforehand, so there won’t be any costly surprises during the buyer’s home inspection,” Anac says.

Sell it furnished. “People love the convenience of a turnkey sale. Purchasing a fully fur-

nished property that’s ready 3 Bedroom 2.5 bath 2 to go can help alleviate some story home, newly reof the stress of acclimation,” modeled kitchen. Washsays Alison Bernstein, founder/dryer, gas heat & gas er/president of real estate hot water, no smoking. 1 and lifestyle advisory firm, pet OK w/pet deposit. $1,875/month + $1,875 Suburban Jungle. deposit with 1 yr. lease.

Home warranty. Consider See at adamsprop.com purchasing a home warranty Call 360.671.8470 while your home is on the market. “A seller’s home warranty can provide buyers with peace of mind that any issues they encounter after for rent – Big Lake the sale will likely be covered, Room area $600 available imand can help the seller with mediately.

Call (360) 941-5131 repairs that are needed while the house is on the market,” says Anac.

Don’t take things personally.

“When your agent gives you feedback, remember that it’s Private property, Prairie probably coming from buyers, Rd., RV space, $400, utilinot your agent. Your agent is ties extra. 360-856-1678 on your team, trying to get to the finish line of a sold property,” Sklar adds.

Have a plan for showings.

FSBO - 3 Bedroom, 1.5 “Sometimes there are lastBath, 2 car detached minute requests to show the garage on 2.5 park-like acres. 2310 Butler Creek home, and it’s important to Road, Sedro-Woolley, allow access to the home WA. In B-E School Dist. as much as possible,” Anac Taking offers $310,000 or recommends. “Have a plan more, CASH OUT. Taking offers until Sept. 15, ahead of time for what to do-2019. By Appt. Only!! like taking a walk or asking a 360-724-5062. neighbor to pet sit.”

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7512 MeRGaNseR laNe, BoW

$925,000 1802 e Rio visTa aveNUe, BURliNGToN

Enter this street of dream home with Views of Sunsets & Bay! This spectacular home on 2 landscaped acres & fruit trees. Workmanship, Details & Quality.

Heated radian floors throughout, lg. kitchen w/granite, stainless appliances, 5 burner stove.

Main floor master with sauna & jetted tub, walk-in closet. Downstairs 2 bedroom in-suites, and large family room, lots of storage, central vacuum.

3 car garage with amble of storage, circular driveway. elva Hunter John Hunter 360-202-3086 360-202-3086 MLS #1506392

4628 PaRKvieW laNe, eaGleMoNT OpEN HOuSE, SAtuRDAY, 1-3 pM

$479,900

Better Than new! 3 Bed + bonus room. Great room with gas fireplace. Awesome spacious kitchen/stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, dining room, hardwood floor, blinds throughout. Main floor Master & bath & walk-in closet, utility. Upstairs 2 bed, full bath, bonus room/office, open area for TV/entertainment.

Beautiful fenced, landscaped yard, lg shed & plenty of parking! Heat pump & tankless water heater. 2 car garage! MLS# 1498779

OpEN HOuSE, SAtuRDAY & SuNDAY, 1-3pM

Elva Hunter

360-202-3086

$699,000 32248 s lYMaN FeRRY RD, seDRo WoolleY

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

Upstairsw/ 2nd master & bath +2 bedrooms.

Additional SF downstairs ready to complete, AC & tankless water heater. Situated on a quiet peaceful street! MLS# 1405852 Elva Hunter 360-202-3086

14934 sUMMeRs laNe, MoUNT veRNoN 10 ACRES

$750,000

18 TRilliUM laNe, CoNCReTe, Wa 98237

$39,000

20341 Revilo DRive, BURliNGToN MOVE IN READY

seclusion in beautiful Skagit Valley. This beautiful

Well

home has 3+ bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, finished

floors, built in bookcase and wood stove bring charm to this spectacular home.

Pictures cannot do this amazing property justice. Come see for yourself. This is the dream home you have always wanted.

3501 seNeCa DR, MoUNT veRNoN

360-708-8294

$425,000

Let PSE Pay You! Solar 2 way net meter for PSE. Beautifully maintained 3 bed/1.75 bath home on cul de sac. Kitchen offers natural gas range, butler pantry. Living area features 3 sided natural gas fireplace, built-in book shelves. Professionally landscaped yard for easy maintenance and drought tolerance. This secluded yard includes a beautiful and peaceful water feature. Enjoy a quiet evening relaxing on your Trex decking, under a mature grape vine arbor while watching the stars from your private yard.

Lifetime transferrable warranty for Penguin triple pane windows.

10 year warranty on the solar panels. 25 year warranty for Danya Wolf crawlspace. MLS #1514550 360-708-8294

home

offering

storage, family room and living room each have a Lovely future building site requisite on using water

fireplace. Outdoors features a covered deck and large

catchment system to obtain building permit. Currently

fenced yard for entertaining; mature landscaping,

precluded from using wells in development. Power to

garden

property. Nicely treed level tract of land with

great soil; fruit trees

open area ready for building in the future.

Danya Wolf

maintained

3 beds/ 1.75 baths, a pleasant kitchen with ample

basement, wrap around deck, detached garage,

OpEN HOuSE, SAtuRDAY, 11-2pM

$369,900

This is HOME! Enjoy the acreage, river front and

shop/barn and so much more. The hard wood

$560,000

Must See to appreciate this log home on 2 acres.

Current owner built with many unique stunning details. A variety of old growth woods blend for an amazing aesthetic. Maple counters, pecan floors, cedar beams and Ponderosa Pine ceiling. Entertaining space: Indoor has lots of seating & Outdoor has decks and patio bbq area with adjacent bonus room. Attached 3 car garage with grease/work pit. Huge 30’ X 60’ shop. Large garden space, fruit trees - apple, cherry, Carla Fischer Yolanda sakuma 360-982-0010 360-421-0435 pear.

Paved street. Walking distance to Rasar State Park! MLS# 1475444

22904 BUMBleBee laNe, MoUNT veRNoN

and 360-708-8294

1005 asPeN laNe, BURliNGToN

with

blueberries.

MLS# 1495452

Danya Wolf

$950,000

space

Carla Fischer

360-982-0010

Suzanne Jenkins

360-941-2983

$425,000

fOR vOTing Skagit tradition realty

BEST REal ESTaTE OfficE! Special property on a very private 1.5 acres minutes from town. Custom handcrafted, Craftsman home featuring 2278 sqft, office, main level master & a second master upstairs. Dining & living room showcasing custom stain glass windows. Kitchen w/granite counters, handcrafted cabinets. Beautiful oak floors. Detached MIL home is 702 sqft, 1 bed/1bath with a 2car garage.

Separate 1080 sqft shop; Pond and Waterfall.

Danya Wolf Elva Hunter Fabulous home! MLS# 1494916 360-708-8294 360-202-3086

360.424.0300

Main level entry with balance of living areaupstairs. This contemporary home has 3 bedrooms and 1 ¾ baths. Kitchen offers SS appliances, breakfast bar, ample cupboards and pantry; door leads to covered deck. Open living/ dining room features gas fireplace. Master bedroom has large ¾ bath w/shower, double vanity and walk in closet. Lots of storage off tandem garage with room for up to 4 vehicles.

Large,. 33 acre fenced yard. Great location, convenient to Danya Wolf schools, shopping, recreation and commuting. MLS#1508605 360-708-8294

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

www.skagittraditionrealty.com 1934607

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