Will Rising Foreclosures Impact the Housing Market?

Will Rising Foreclosures Impact the Housing Market? by Matthew Gardner   Rising U.S. Foreclosures The market has certainly shifted since mortgage rates started skyrocketing last year and, with prices pulling back across much of the country, some have started to become concerned about the likelihood of foreclosures rising-clearly a timely topic given current circumstances. Hello […]

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How to Determine the Best Time to Sell

How to Determine the Best Time to Sell Your Whidbey Island Home

How to Determine the Best Time to Sell Your Whidbey Island Home Selling a home is a big decision, and timing is crucial. If you’re looking to sell your home on Whidbey Island, you’ll need to consider the local housing market, your financial readiness, and finding the right agent. In this guide, we’ll walk you […]

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Renting vs. Buying a Home on Whidbey Island

Renting vs. Buying a Home on Whidbey Island: The Financial Benefits of Homeownership by Matthew Gardner Renting vs. Buying a Home One of my followers asked me about some of the financial benefits of owning your home as opposed to renting. I find this topic interesting as there really is a “laundry list” of reasons […]

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Affordable Housing on Whidbey Island – Home on Whidbey Community Land Trust

Affordable Housing on Whidbey Island Home on Whidbey Community Land Trust    Introducing: Home on Whidbey (HOW) Community Land Trust (CLT) So how does the HOW CLT work?  For more information onCommunity Land Trustscheck out:The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast  Wondering what buying a home on Whidbey would look like for you? Get started with a […]

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Western Washington Real Estate Market Update – Q4 2022

Q4 2022 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update by Matthew Gardner   The following analysis of select counties of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing […]

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NYE Events Whidbey Island | Si Fisher

New Year’s Eve Events on Whidbey Island – 2022

New Year’s Eve Events Whidbey Island – 2022   Top 3 Picks for New Year’s Eve events on Whidbey Island – 2022 Curious about extending your stay on Whidbey Island well beyond the holidays? Get started with a Whidbey Island Specialist! 1. Live Music at Bayview Hall in Langley   Come one come all! All […]

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Best Places to go see EPIC Christmas Lights - Whidbey Island 2022

Best Places to go see EPIC Christmas Lights on Whidbey Island 2022

Best places to go see EPIC Christmas lights Whidbey Island 2022 If you’re looking for a festive way to get into the Christmas spirit, then look no further than our curated list of the best places to see EPIC Christmas lights on Whidbey Island! There are plenty of places to go see some truly spectacular […]

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Whidbey Island Holiday Shopping Guide 2022

Whidbey Island Holiday Shopping Guide 2022 Can you believe the holiday season is here? To celebrate the holidays approaching I’ve rounded up some of my favorite local shops to help you find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list.  It’s so important this year (and every year) to support the small businesses in our […]

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How to save 100s on your monthly mortgage payment - Si Fisher

How to Save $100s on Your Monthly Mortgage Payment

How to save $100s on your monthly mortgage payment When buying a home on Whidbey Island As a Whidbey Island homebuyer, you may be searching for affordable housing and having a rough go at it. Mortgage rates are much higher now than they were last year, and this could mean several hundred dollars more a […]

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