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

2025 Riverside Drive, Suite D Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 755-9596

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$449,900

Dir: South on Maple, West on Washington, South on 3rd, East on Benton, North on 4th. First time on market in over 118 years! Wonderful views. Parlor & formal dining room w/coved ceiling. Gourmet kitchen w/custom Hertco cabinets.

Vertical grain fir floors. Douglas fir siding. MLS #1002150

Call Elizabeth, 708-8800

Burlington

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$19,950/each

Builders dream! 3 adjacent view lots each sold separately in Glenhaven community. Affordable & lightly treed. Public water & electricity available in street. Community amenities available. Great fishing on Reed Lake & Cain Lake.

MLS #1012590, MLS #1012618 & MLS #1012646

Charlie & Jeannie Boon 708-9645

Kirk Campbell 770-7470

$54,900

Skagit River in Janicki Cove. Private gated community.

Power, water and septic on property. 169 SF shed.

Fruit trees. Private boat launch for residents.

Recreational-temporary. MLS #1039184

Ron Van Pelt 333-1045

Elizabeth Detillion 708-8800

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$107,800

Level buildable lot. 1 acre -/+. No CCR’s. Soil tests completed. Water meter on property. Power at road.

MLS #965389

Call Wilma, 661-1631

$450,000 Samish Island

Wonderful custom home in Conway. Open floor plan w/kitchen & dining area adjoining lg. living room. Beautiful granite counters in kitchen w/ lots of cabinets & walk-in pantry. 2 master suites both w/walk-in closets and Jacuzzi tubs. Private location – approx. 5.1 acres & 2552 SF home.

Oversized 2 car garage w/shop area. 3 Trex decks. MLS #980196

Call Ivana, 770-3550

Jim Stransky 708-1681

Sedro-Woolley

Call Ron, 333-1045

$355,000 Mount Vernon

Enjoy space & privacy. 4 BR home that backs to a greenbelt.

Open kitchen & family room. Large master w/attached bath & walk-in closet. Lots of flex space. Terrific storage.

2 pantries. MLS #976898

Wilma Louia Designated Broker/Owner 661-1631

Sedro-Woolley

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$750,000

Pvt. Samish Island home w/145’ low bank waterfront. .88 acre lot. Breath-taking views. 2330 SF, 2+ BR, 2.5 BA. Recently updated kitchen w/granite & newer appl.

Enjoy clamming, crabbing & boating. Only 20 min. off I-5.

MLS #385906

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$225,000

Affordable Samish Is. Home. 2 BR, 1 Bath, Shy 1000 S.F. “Studio Room” addition w/own entry. On over ¼ acre lot-fully fenced. Cedar Siding, metal roof. Covered carport & nice outbuilding. MLS #1013121

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Feature Home From cover: 12920 SunSet Lane, anacorteS

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Windermere indermere real estate/anac estate/anacortes Properties 3018 commercial ave. anacortes, Wa 360.293.8008 www.anacortesrealestate.com

Perched above Burrows Bay with soaring views of sunsets and eagles. This newer home features high end interior finishes with spaces oriented to bring the outdoors inside. Main level living boasts a chef’s kitchen, a stone wood burning fireplace and generous master suite, walk-in closet and laundry. The upper level: the office, guest room and full bath. There is storage galore in the lower level rooms. Right off your master suite, enjoy time in the hot tub with the greatest view on the Island!! offered at $800,000 MLS# 946349

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SAMISH ISLAND… No Bank Waterfront! Gorgeous location w/older fixer beach cabin built in 30’s. Includes tidelands, enjoy crabbing & boating. $480,000. #945556

AFFORDABLE HOME... Contemporary 10 yr old two story home in Sedro Woolley. 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Baths (incl mst Ba) & workable floor plan. Dble garage, priced to sell. $198,000. #1040879

BOW, EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY... 4.8 Ac w/4 Br., 2 Ba., home w/outstanding views of Mount Baker and much more. $395,000. #1035233

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NEW PRICE... EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY HOME 4 Bd, 4.5 Ba home. Excellent condition, extensive quality landscaping, great location! $484,500. #924967

CHUCKANUT HOME... On 4+ acres… 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom rambler with cedar trees in a much desired area! $409,900. #946376

DREAM HOME SETTING... Full acre of level pastureland w/views of mtns surrounding Big Lake. Fronts on paved street has PUD water & electric available. $150,000. #927385

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4,000 SF home, interior recently refinished. Incredible views, 2 bay shop. Detached garage, big yard, mature landscaping. $589,500. #1039790

home on 5 acres in Conway. 2 family rooms on main level & upper floor & master suites. Heated pool. Huge barn & much more. $860,000. #978235

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION… 1 level home on 6th fairway of Skagit Country Club. 2 lrg bdrms, 3 bthrms, open floor plan, & living rm w/tray ceiling. New roof, furnace, & much more! $365,000. #1024702

SAMISH ISLAND... Private 1 ac setting w/spacious home & 2,100 SF shop. 1 1/2 story w/wrap around porch, newer kitchen w/tile floor, lots of natural light, great views. $549,000. #891540

BURLINGTON IN TOWN LOT... Bring builder, lot complete w/engineering & 1,800 SF plan approved. Convenient to town, schools & I-5. $59,000. #921324 CAPE COD STYLE... 4 Bdrm home+ Den, located in Burlington on huge 33,515 SF lot that is fully fenced.

Beautiful home! $319,900. #1040290 MONEY

MAKER... Automated car wash located

near Western WA University. Priced for sale at 10% CAP on actual 2,015 Net Income. Great investment at $1,246,250. #817963 Kristen Tuttle Yvonne Brown Galen Kindred Holly Hilts Jeff Ingman

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708-8392 840-4375 770-7083 661-5538 202-2859

Western WA Univ. Well maintained featuring 7 self service bays, has a steady increase in business. List price on an 10% cap rate. $1,671,780. #820139

COMMERCIAL SITE... In excellent Mount Vernon location, paved street w/all utilities available and drainage installed. $437,000. #676549

BURLINGTON PROFESSIONAL BLDG… 1,579 SF bldg in great Burlington location. Currently a dental office, great layout for variety of businesses. Adjoining lot available. $285,000. #733399 Shelah Inman

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2.9 acres just outside of MV city limits. 3 bed, 4 bath, & 2nd kitchen on lower level. $549,000. #1013117

rambler with 3 BR, 1.75 BA, gas fireplace, & plenty of storage. $225,000. #1042989

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n 2016, “I have seen more people who just bought a home and want to remodel their kitchen than I’ve seen in the last ten years,” says Alana Busse Thousand Oaks, California, a certified kitchen designer.

The cautious and conservative mood in the aftermath of the recession is receding, which also impacts kitchen design itself, says MaryJo Camp, Denver, North Carolina, a certified kitchen designer.

Indeed, according to a recent Zillow Digs report, trends include a “tuxedo” look, whereby the top and bottom cabinets are painted different, but complimentary colors, and a mixed of hardware instead of all one metal.

Still, many recent buyers “say they will

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3400 Sqft of Prime Retail Space #1009604 • $2,600

Great investment property #861758 • $234,000

Well situated 9.6 property at the end of Potts Rd. Expansive mtn views and trails. 3700 sq ft steel framed barn w/3 roll up doors, a lg sliding door & bumped out storage. Additional out bldgs include a tack/office/ car ports, garage wired for 220V and 2 loafing sheds. Out buildings are in good condition.

The home is a diamond in the ruff with potential. Property is being sold as is! Offers: Seller intends to review offers upon receipt

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 of 2600 sqft of ground floor Office/Retail open retail space with high ceilings large counter/service area that offers a multitude of uses and and ready to configure to fit as well as a 900 sqft 2nd floor office/ conference/banquet/storage room & private bath. Ample parking.

Nice triplex in Mount Vernon. New roof and flooring through out each unit. Each unit is 800 sq ft and have one bedroom, one bathroom. Each have separate entrances with ample parking. Each unit rents for $650 per month.

#945491 • $239,000

#1045948 • $61,000

Fannie Homepath

Marblemount 5 Acres #1027132 • $150,000

Great location in quiet neighborhood, cute of all cute houses. New roof & landscape. Bright and Open floor plan. Large fenced grassy backyard with fruit tree.

Very clean and easy maintained home.

2 bedroom 1 bath home on a nice large lot right in the town of Concrete.Home features huge upstairs bonus room, large lot and nice detached shed for storage.

A little TLC would make this a fantastic property!

Offers: Seller will review offers on Offer Review Date (may review/accept sooner) - 10/31/2016.

5 level acres with outbuildings in Marblemount.

1774 sqft 2006 Triple wide in need of extensive repairs. Property is sold as is, where is, price is firm, seller can do no repairs or give and concessions.

Cash or rehab loan only.

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probably move again in five to eight years,” Busse relates.

If a remodel today reflects current trends, will it still have appeal to a future buyer? While specific elements do fade from popularity – even granite, which reigned supreme for years, is now giving way to quartz – certain design principles help a remodel hold appeal for future buyers, Busse and Camp contend.

Among them:

not, ‘oh, they did a remodel,’” she says.

2. Say good riddance to clutter Hidden appliances, such as microwaves tucked into a drawers, is a trend identified by the Digs report. While camouflage is popular, counters that are relatively clear and space that’s well-utilized but not cramped, will always be integral to a kitchen’s appeal, Camp says.

3. Make quirky touches 1. Reflect the overall style portable of the home Owners can indulge their own “When someone loves a taste, but “reflect your personality traditional home, they don’t want in elements you can change out,” a contemporary kitchen,” Busse Busse says. A crystal chandelier, says. Reflecting the exterior and for instance, or colorful, handinterior style prompts “people to painted knobs, can be enjoyed say ‘what a lovely kitchen’ and now, toted away later.

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1600 Alpine Crest Loop, MV $349,900 Beautifully finished Eaglemont cond. End unit features territorial & golf course views & large private deck.

Beautiful stainless appliances, hardwood flooring, large master suite on main level. This view condo has 1,890 Sq. Ft. on main & upper levels - large unfinished lower level waiting for a custom build out - all electrical & plumbing in place for large rec room & 2 additional beds.

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$275,000

Beautiful Rambler features spacious living room/dining

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5355 Wellspring Rd, MV $309,000 Exceptionally well maintained & recently updated 3 bed, 2.5 bath home in the highly desirable Skagit Highlands.

Beautiful granite counter tops & ceramic tile flooring compliment the well-appointed kitchen. New carpet & paint downstairs. The backyard is fully fenced & the front yard is freshly landscaped.

Call Nathan Loeb, 333-7197 MLS# 1042561 607 Cedar Tree Drive, SW $319,000 Brickyard Creek community 3 bed, 2.75 bath rambler sits on large lot & is conveniently located close to town.

Updated kitchen with granite, stainless appliances & stunning backsplash. Spacious floor plan with vaulted ceilings make this a great home for entertaining. Master with attached bath. New deck in front yard adds to curb appeal. Fully fenced backyard with deck, patio & 8X12 shed for storage.

Call Shelby Hagman, 982-0163 MLS# 1035937

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4403 Oakes Ave, Ana $649,900 Views of the Sound, ferry & boat traffic from all living areas! Larger lot with room for RV or boat. This is an older house that has been completely transformed - all is new, of very high quality. Gas fireplace, granite counters, stainless appliances, real hardwood flooring, master w/large walk-in closet, Kohler fixtures, gas stubbed to decks for bbq, rounded corners, cathedral ceilings.

Call Jim Glackin, 428-2828 MLS# 1032294

with garage door. Off of the master is a large deck.

920 N. 16th St, MV $245,000 This mid-century rambler is an excellent value boasting 2 large living areas, 3 beds, 2 baths. Many updates & upgrades including all new flooring throughout, new paint, refinished kitchen, bathrooms, LED lighting, & more. Large windows, dining room, newer roof, & 2 wood fireplaces. Enormous private city lot with fire pit, large porch, partially fenced, & lots of gardening space.

Call Cory Kiehn, 360-441-1760 MLS# 1035779

The property is fully fenced great for pets, has a shop.

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7325 279th St NE, Arlington

$295,000

Serene acreage in a great commuter location. This truly cared for home offers great living space indoors & out. Large living area is open to gracious dining. Bright kitchen with gas stove. Supersized master with 4pc bath.

2 guest beds plus office/den! Back yard entertainment deck. Plenty of room for your RV & all the toys!

Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 or Travis Miller, 420-7291

MLS# 974326

1096 Sumac Place, MV $397,600 Brilliant views from this superb craftsman in the coveted Montreaux 55+ Community. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,920 Sq. Ft. Spacious, bright, open design offers elegant upgrades.

Grand entertainment style kitchen w/rich custom granite. Gracious Master w/private entry to patio, dual closets & oversized shower. HOA cares for all landscape.

Call Elizabeth Miller, 420-3607 MLS# 1045396

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16515 Britt Road, MV $229,900 Mount Vernon rambler loaded with charm. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,394 Sq. Ft. very nicely maintained with several outbuildings, carport & shop. Back yard is partially fenced with lots of room for all of your toys. Cedar lined closets, hardwoods throughout, mud room with huge pantry & storage space. Large side yard for a great garden area.

Call Karine Anderson, 421-1189 or Tasha Zahlis, 391-5075 MLS# 1030153

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26059 Hoehn Rd, SW $324,450 Wonderful home on 4.91 acres. Property features a home with master on main & a full bath needing your finishing touches. Loft with office space & bedroom with .75 bath, kitchen off of living area & a bonus room & huge den office space with separate entry. Barn with lots of storage & 3 horse stalls. Level & fenced horse pasture & additional outbuildings. RV parking, fruit trees.

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10989 Josh Green Ln #4, La Conner $750,000 Rare opportunity to own this one of a kind premier boathouse at the Gateway to the San Juans. Unique & impressive design, the interior well is 85 X 24 and can accommodate up to 92’ yacht or several smaller boats.

Top of the line galvanized steel construction, concrete float design, private gangway access, remote control roll-up boat doors plus mezzanine level that can be finished into office. Located at the jumping off point to the best cruising waters in the US & Canada.

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3916 Cottage Pl, Anacortes $499,950 Exceptional finishes in one of the first homes built in the neighborhood of the Isles. Lightly lived in w/many built-in elements. Slate & granite throughout this efficient Craftsman w/picturesque views overlooking the Guemes Channel.

Attention to quality & detail are present everywhere you look. Beautiful natural woodwork is a key element w/clear finish fir doors & trim. Lower level has unique custom features. Community features lovely clubhouse. HOA covers outside maintenance. Fabulous home.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 1044045 W NE

1354 Chinook Wy, Center Island $299,900 Buy this place as your 2nd home and you will never want to leave! Beautiful wood interior, a wall of windows and large open floor plan offer so many choices for decorating and the main floor master with private bath and walk-in closet are perfect for vacationing or year-round living. The generous kitchen with stainless appliances is great for entertaining and DW, W/D will make cleanup a breeze. Filtered water view. Easily accessed from Anacortes... caretaker, clubhouse, DSL, docks and airstrip.

Sarah Jones 360.333.2783 MLS# 962050 $78,000 1600 5th St #C-125, Anacortes Old Town Anchor Cove Marina. 40’ covered slip that will hold a 44’ long boat; 16’ wide, 17’ high; approx. 20’ deep.

120 volt w/30 amp service. Tender storage area, small boat moorage on dock, head pump out cart & wood shop.

Recycling for oil fuel & anti freeze. Amenities include laundry room, library & restrooms w/showers; social area includes BBQ’s & crab cooking station. Full perimeter fence & electronic gate for security; Harbor Master lives on site. Close to restaurants & grocery stores.

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5705 Sugarloaf St, Anacortes $449,500 Beautiful new construction one level home in a great location close to Washington Park, marinas, beaches and all Skyline amenities. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features granite countertops throughout, stainless steel appliances, open living concept perfect for entertaining, large master suite with oversized bathroom and walk in closet, spacious utility room right off garage.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 1042646

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2318 Hickory Dr, Anacortes $575,000 Spacious one level living in one of Anacortes’ premier developments. 2,758 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on a 17,404 sq. ft. lot in Parkside. Interior features formal living room, office/den, remodeled kitchen with breakfast nook, dining room and family room. Outside features patio with outdoor sound system and is fully landscaped with irrigation system.

John Prosser 360.202.3891 MLS# 966706 3905 Isle Wy, Anacortes $485,000 Enjoy wonderful, active views of Guemes Channel & San Juans from The Isles. The Isles is a new development that provides quality homes that are low maintenance, energy efficient & ecologically responsible. Custom cabinets of alder, fir wainscoting, cherry floors, slab granite, beautiful tiles, ductless heat pump, surround sound, designer carpet and fixtures are some of the features in this home. Clubhouse, waterfall, outdoor living area and maintained grounds.

Margi Houghton 360.202.0041 MLS# 918368

1 Trump Island, Decatur Island $7,750,000 Custom Build Luxury Estate on Private Island, enjoy your own Forests, Farm & Ocean Fronts. Located in the San Juan’s this 29 Acre Island captures the iconic beauty of the beautiful Pacific NW. 360 degrees of water & forest views. 4230’ saltwater frontage w-tidelands. Architectural excellence w-contemporary design, superior quality & top of the line finishes throughout makes this a truly SPECTACULAR home. Completely self-sustained environment. Power & Water. Caretakers Cottage & Dock!

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 648615 $125,000 1600 5th St #D-160, Anacortes A Picturesque resort feeling Marina tucked into the Old Town Neighborhood close to restaurants & shopping. Open slip 55’ with 7’8” Max Stick out by 16’2” wide. Marina amenities: tender storage area, small boat moorage on dock, head pump out cart, wood shop, recycling for oil, fuel & anti freeze, laundry rm, library, restrooms with showers, crab cooking station, social area with BBQ’s full parameter fence and electronic gate for security, Harbor master lives on site. Rented for $525 per month.

Kathy Rogers 360.941.4400 MLS# 885495

LAND Campbell Lake Rd #Lot 2, Anacortes $88,000 This property provides an opportunity to create a uniquely personalized home in a wooded setting overlooking beautiful Lake Campbell. Just minutes from Deception Pass & Mt Erie, the property is perched on a sunny, south-facing slope, offering filtered views to the sparkling lake. Access to the lake is assured by an included interest in a common waterfront parcel.

Debbie Macy 360.391.2422 MLS# 938342 157 Center Is, Center Island $65,000 Very pretty, private lot in a great location with a possible expanded water view. All utilities are on site and a nice cleared building area is ready to go. The sunny site is ringed by beautiful fir trees and a decorative curved driveway hides you from the road. For a full-priced offer, seller will also include a licensed mooring buoy. Located above the community center with easy access to docks, clubhouse, caretaker, airstrip and beaches; and only a 25 min boat ride from Anacortes! DSL avail.

Sarah Jones 360.333.2783 MLS# 977465

$179,000 1812 40th Ct, Anacortes Build your custom home on a level 8,900 square foot lot in town. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the property allows for a gracious home and outdoor space. Utilities are on site and await your plans. Located near the Anacortes Community Forest Lands, take advantage of the walkability right out your front door.

Christine Cleland-McGrath 360.708.0267 MLS# 1006398 1817 40th Ct, Anacortes $189,000 Build your custom home on a level 11,900 square foot lot in town. The property allows for a gracious home and outdoor space with plenty of options due to access from the quiet cul-de-sac and 41st Street. Utilities are on site and await your plans. Located near the Anacortes Community Forest Lands, take advantage of the walkability right out your front door.

Christine Cleland-McGrath 360.708.0267 MLS# 1006382 3715 W 10th St, Anacortes $270,000 Sunsets! Views of Guemes Channel and the magical San Juan Islands beyond! It’s all about the view....come build your dream home in the desirable Rock Ridge neighborhood of quality homes. A short walk or bike ride to the Anacortes Forestlands to enjoy the trail system and Cranberry Lake. Close to the ferry and Washington Park.

Easy access to town for shopping, dining and to enjoy the culture of the Old Town Anacortes downtown.

Leigh Zwicker 360.333.9975 MLS# 963554 2806 W 3rd Pl, Anacortes $225,000 7,754 Sq. Ft. lot located in The Highlands a premier custom home neighborhood. Nestled against the lush backdrop of the Cranberry Lake Forest lands The Highlands enjoy some of the most stunning views on Fidalgo Island.

Colleen Craig 360.770.9638 MLS# 1014083

COMMERCIAL $400,000 904 32nd St, Anacortes 9,000 Sq. Ft. commercial property within a block of Commercial Ave on busy side street. House has been remodeled with newer roof & furnace. Located next to busy medical clinic. Business not included in sale property.

Rick Bennett 360.202.2630 MLS# 925365 8219 South March’s Point Rd, Anacortes $395,000 2+ Acres of Heavy Manufacturing with 2,400 square foot shop used as an existing body shop. Interior includes 120 square foot office. Good amount of working area inside. Fenced area outside for security. Room for expansion. The subject property is in the county but part of Anacortes Urban Growth Area. If annexed the city sewer is across the street and could be connected. Great location for related to the refineries or their subcontractors.

John Prosser 360.202.3891 MLS# 962910

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Hey, Small Spender Question:

We live modestly and are very careful with our money. The result is that we have the ability to put down 20 percent for a home. This has proven to be a problem because lenders and brokers seem to think we want a big, expensive house. We don’t.

We want a smaller house that has less to clean and maintain, a house with smaller monthly payments.

We don’t want to drain our savings. Why is this so hard for everyone to understand?

Answer:

We are a nation that widely celebrates wealth and the trappings of wealth. On television you can find programs about the lifestyles of the rich and famous.

You can see the penthouse apartments, the estates, the big boats and the fancy cars. We applaud people who move up.

Nothing is wrong with any of this. About 70 percent of our economic growth comes from consumer spending.

“Credit expansion,” said Fannie Mae Chief Economist Doug Duncan in August, “combined with improving labor market conditions and strengthening

household balance sheets, should continue to support consumers, who will likely be the primary driver of growth again in the second half of the year.”

Translation: There should be more jobs in the second half of the year. With more jobs people will have more income. More income will lead to the ability to borrow more. If consumers take their new income and spend, spend, spend it will be good for store owners, auto manufacturers, restaurants and the housing market.

As a country, it’s a good idea to encourage consumption. However, you’re not a country. You are a household with personal preferences that favor saving. You have every right to your choices.

Lenders and brokers often work with individuals who want as much house as possible. This often leads to affordability concerns.

“Although nearly one in five U.S. housing markets was not affordable by historic standards in the second quarter, the good news is that affordability is improving compared to a year ago in the majority of markets thanks to a combination of slowing home price appreciation and accelerating wage growth, along with falling interest rates,” said Daren Blomquist, senior vice president at ATTOM Data Solutions, a real estate research company.

In your case affordability is not an issue.

You’re not trying to buy the largest house in the neighborhood. At the same time, you represent a

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different picture for many in the real estate industry.

First, there are economies of scale, which make bigger mortgages more attractive for lenders.

Second, for a long time the brokerage industry has had a star-system of sorts where brokers and salespeople get recognition based on their annual dollar-volume production. In such an environment the reasonable tendency is to favor bigger sales because that’s a traditional index of productivity and success.

In your situation you need to sit down with lenders and brokers, explain the financial facts of your life, and show them how they benefit. Yes, you can afford more. No, you’re not interested in a bigger house or a bigger loan. However, the good news is this: Your loan application will be easy to process because you’re so well qualified for the financing you want.

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Taking Inventory of the Housing Supply

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hy there continues to be a housing shortage and what buyers and sellers can expect going forward The law of supply and demand dictates that, when the former is low and the latter is high, prices rise, along with disappointment on the demand side. In real estate, this scenario is referred to as a “seller’s market,” resulting in owners with homes for sale often getting top dollar, which is what many areas of the country are currently experiencing. And a big reason for this continues to be low housing inventory.

In fact, according to a National Association of Realtors report issued in late August, total unsold housing inventory across the nation is at a 4.7-month supply – thanks to 2.13 million existing homes for sale – marking the 14th consecutive month of annual inventory declines. Many experts believe six months’ supply of unsold housing is needed for a healthy real estate market.

Richard Murdocco, Long Island, New York, a real estate expert and weekly newspaper columnist, says the housing shortage persists for several reasons.

“The constrained housing market shows that people are holding on to their property in an effort to get maximum value out of their real estate equity,” Murdocco says. “Also, there simply isn’t much quality land to build additional units on, especially in older areas like the Northeastern United States. Since many property owners aren’t selling their homes, there is limited supply, while historically low mortgage rates are driving demand.”

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resistance to putting their residences on the market is apprehension about timing.

“Sellers are concerned that they will list their home and it will sell so quickly that they will not have identified the right home to buy,” says Michael Schaffer, broker associate with Denver-headquartered LIV Sotheby’s International Realty.

Adam Hergenrother, CEO of Hergenrother Enterprises in Colchester, Vermont, says current low supply is also due to the fact that, since the last recession, many skilled laborers left the construction industry to work in the oil and gas industries.

“With the number of skilled laborers down, home builders could not execute new construction projects at the same pace they had previously. In addition, household formation has been below historic levels in the past few years – at only 500,000 to 700,000 new households versus historical averages

of 1 million. This means there is pentup demand,” Hergenrother says.

Continued low supply means potential windfalls for many sellers, frustration and consternation for lots of buyers, and indecisiveness or procrastination for homeowners who are on the fence about selling yet enjoying the fact that home values are going up.

Fred Glick, vice president of real estate and economics for Onerent, Inc., in the San Francisco Bay area, doesn’t expect the supply shortage to improve anytime soon.

“More jobs and further economic growth may turn some renters and buyers, but inventory issues will remain for quite a while if the economy holds up,” says Glick, who cautions buyers not to overpay beyond their means or get into bidding wars they cannot afford.

Schaffer, meanwhile, believes construction needs to increase,

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which can be difficult in areas with restrictive zoning laws and curbs on residential infill development in many communities.

“In many markets, the solution to the shortage rests primarily with home builders ramping up their output to increase the overall housing stock,” Schaffer says.

Murdocco also fears that the dearth of inventory will continue for the foreseeable future.

“Both buyers and sellers can expect similar housing market conditions up to the presidential election. Afterward, borrowing rates may become volatile, which may change the lending market for buyers,” Murdocco says. “As for homeowners who aren’t buying or selling, their homes will likely continue to appreciate in value as long as the economy is running well – but they shouldn’t assume values will surpass those found right before the market crashed in 2008.”

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3903 e College Way, MouNt VeRNoN

$600,000

1328 toledo St., BellINghaM

5 Bedroom older Williamsburg Style Colonial home on 3.78 developable acres with possibility to have 20 residential lots. Very level lot for easy development. Home is circa 1900’s. Large bedrooms and dining room. Shop with underground electricity.

Home to be sold as is. Commuters dream! Close to everything; schools, shopping, medical, Skagit Valley Suzanne Jenkins College, I-5. MLS #1045770 360-941-2983

13813 State Route 9, MouNt VeRNoN (5 acres)

$239,000

604 NoRtheRN aVe. SedRo Woolley

Beautiful view property, ready for you to build your dream home. PUD water, power and 3 bedroom septic surrounded by a circular driveway or continue on to another wonderful building site - cleared, level, and with spectacular mountain view! New gravel road is partially paved.

Good access from Highway 9 for easy driving into property.

I-5 minutes away.

Watch for signage. Carla Fischer Celia Miller 360-982-0010 360-391-6065 MLS #1014931

1608 WoodlaNd dRIVe, MouNt VeRNoN

Open House, Sat. 10/29 • 1-4PM

Wonderfully maintained and beautifully decorated home with hardwood flooring; situated on .66 acre: attached garage plus separate double garage/shop with RV parking.

Kitchen has granite counters and hickory cabinetry. Two natural gas fireplaces. Swimming pool, decking; fenced, park like yard.

Welcome Yolanda Sakuma Danya Wolf home!

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310 N Reed St, SedRo-Woolley

$335,000

360-708-8294

$159,900 63WIlloW laNe, MouNt VeRNoN

Great building site and investment over 1 acre possibly 3+ duplex building lots R7 zoning. Close to town Elva Hunter and schools. Paved street. 360-202-3086 MLS #950851

21227 FRaNCIS Rd, MouNt VeRNoN

Horse haven!

Air conditioning! 1 plus acre, fenced; small barn, 3 BR Danya Wolf Carla Fischer home w/ductless heater; 360-708-8294 360-982-0010 country kitchen; new carpet in living room; hdwd floors; & linoleum. Remodeled BA w/granite & tile.

Double carport storage. Fruit trees! View of eagle’s nest; 1.2 acres less road.

$268,000 5798 JeNNIFeR laNe, BoW

Permit-able for in home business.

Roomy, 1700 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath 1 1/2 story home on spacious 1/3 acre lot in convenient location.

Updated interior, country kitchen, charm of yesteryear. Easy access to everything! Danya Wolf Shopping, schools, bus line and medical. 360-708-8294 Zoned for possible in-home business. Plenty of parking, including for RV. Nicely fenced back yard with fruit tree and other trees. MLS #1008048

$259,500

$375,000

Large triple-wide manufactured home on 5 plus acres. Newer hardwood floors and carpeting.

Sweeping Suzanne Jenkins land views. Garage with 360-941-2983 extra room. Gated community for privacy and security. Minutes to I-5.

MLS #1025330

$367,000 Partial bay and city view. 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms. master bath has walk-in handicap tub and extra vanity, tile floor at bath and kitchen, stainless appliances, dishwasher, range, refrigerator, washer and dryer stay with house.

Gas fireplace, Oak floors, 2 large decks storage building at back of house.

Offers: Seller intends to review offers upon Joan Boudreau receipt.

MLS #1040211 360-391-0746

$189,000 Charming home with lots of potential, in need of some elbow grease and imagination; 4 beds/1.5 baths; extra-large and roomy kitchen has loads of cupboards and dining area, lovely brick fireplace, arched doorways, built ins; some original wood floors; sunroom; u n i q u e l y fenced yard. Carla Fischer MLS #1040913 360-982-0100

1610 FoReSt RIdge PlaCe, MouNt VeRNoN

$335,000 Well cared for home with RV parking; park like setting; and lots of personality! Lovely open kitchen with oak cabinetry and lots of counter space and wrap around breakfast bar; formal dining area.

Five great bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths.

Double carport; one car garage; shop and fully fenced back Danya Wolf 360-708-8294 yard.

17714 KINgFISheR CoVe laNe, BIg laKe

$950,000

Waterfront home with 75 ft of lake frontage with private dock!

Custom Spanish Style home w/ sweeping staircase up to luxurious master suite. Kitchen with granite and sub-zero refrigerator; radiant heat; skylights; vaulted ceilings; surround sound; built in vac; rec room and bonus/storage room. Fantastic views from choice of Danya Wolf Carla Fischer 360-708-8294 360-982-0010 3 decks!.

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

360.424.0300

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