Should you Stage Your Bathroom to Sell Your House?
Staging houses has been around for quite some time now, and while in years past staging areas such as living rooms and kitchens seemed to be the focus, as the market changes many sellers are left wondering if they should also stage their bathrooms. The simple answer,...
5 Reasons why People May Choose to Rent vs. Buy
It seems that buying a home is almost “forced” on many people as the “normal” move to make once you’ve reached adulthood. While for many buying a home is a stepping stone to their future, or an investment they’re hoping to make for the long haul, rentals are starting...
Flower Pressing on Camano Island
The Pacific Northwest is known across the nation for its beautiful greenery and wildlife, and the wildflowers are no exception. As Spring is upon us, blue skies are peering through the clouds, the temperatures are rising, and the flowers are blooming. Flower pressing...
2 Common Mistakes When Refinancing Your Home
Refinancing has been a term that you may have heard a lot of lately. As interest rates hit a near all-time low, many homeowners are seeking out lenders to try and get their home loan refinanced so that they can lock in a lower rate and start saving on their monthly...
94 Utsalady Rd Home for Sale
94 Utsalady Rd. Camano Island Home for Sale 94 Utsalady Rd, Camano Island, WA 98282$1,700,000 1bds | 2.25ba | 1,270 sq. ft. | 1925 Year BuiltMagical and Priceless! This Prime Utsalady 120' of level Waterfront Estate is truly One of a kind! with Endless opportunities...
22 Utsalady Rd Camano Island
22 Utsalady Rd. Camano Island Home for Sale 22 Utsalady Rd, Camano Island, WA 98282$1,195,000 2bds | 1.75ba | 1,270 sq. ft. | 2015 Year BuiltStunning Rambler with its own Private Level Beach Lot with Boat Ramp in Utsalady Bay, Quality and Craftsmanship in this one of...
The Great Northwest Glass Hunt
The Great Northwest Glass Hunt is an annual event that is often referred to as the greatest treasure hunt in the pacific northwest. The event is held each February, so even though the 2021 Hunt has ended, you have plenty of time to start planning for the 2022 quest!...
1110 Ekle St Camano Island Home for Sale
1110 Ekle St Camano Island Home for Sale 1110 Ekle St, Camano Island, WA 98282$695,000 2bds | 2.5ba | 2,008 sq. ft. | 2004 Year BuiltSweeping Bay View with Beach Access just below on this prime Utsalady Beach home. Sunsets & Boat Action to Enjoy off the Large viewing...
How to Fix Painted Shut Windows
We all know that natural light is a huge bonus within a home, however, as the weather starts to show signs of warming up, you may be left wanting to open your windows for some much-needed fresh air. Whether you’ve lived in your home for years, just purchased a new...
“As Is” Sales are More Popular than Ever
The Real Estate Market is booming, and homes are selling faster and faster. Listings are spending just days on the market before they’ve been moved to pending or under contract. “As Is” sales are just as hot as many buyers are trying to make their offers look as...
Signs You are Ready to Downsize
If you’re wondering if it’s time to downsize, then the time may be coming. Generally, if you’ve started to think about the possibility then that’s the first true sign that you may be ready. While many people believe that bigger is better, this isn’t always the case...
What is a Rentback?
If you’re trying to sell a house and buy one at the same time, you may find yourself in need of a rentback. While buying and selling at the same time is often a stressful experience, there are ways to help not only alleviate some of the stress, but to also ensure that...
The Timeline to Buying a House
When it comes to buying a home there is no real “rule book” of the exact process or the exact amount of time it takes to get the keys in your hands and walk through the front door for the first time. Each home buying experience is unique, and with the right agent your...
2 Big Mistakes When Selling Your Home
Whether you already put your house on the market, or you are contemplating selling your home, there a few mistakes that you should be sure to avoid. While each sale is unique and you can’t always predict what will happen, it is important to try to make sure you are...
Camano Island Coffee Roasters
Whether you are a Camano Island local, or looking to re-locate, you may have heard of Camano Island for its delicious coffee. While you indeed can find delicious coffee on Camano Island, that isn’t the only place you can enjoy a freshly brewed cup of joe as Camano...
What is PMI?
Among the many different real estate terms is one called PMI. While many people may know what PMI is referring to prior to purchasing a home, for others, the term brings up many unanswered questions, some as simple as, what is it? PMI is an abbreviation for Private...
Why Does My Principal Balance Take So Long to Decrease?
Understanding your principal balances and payments can often be a daunting and confusing task to try to tackle. If you don’t work with numbers often or within a finance company, you may be left wondering why your principal balance on your home loan remains so high,...
How to Boost Your Credit Score
Your Credit Score is generally one of the things that can affect you the most when it comes to large purchases, especially in regard to Real Estate. While many people believe that you need to have a near perfect score to qualify for a home loan, this isn’t always the...
Selling Your House? Here’s What to Leave Behind
If you’re selling your home you are probably trying to think of everything that needs to be packed and organized, however, there are a few things that you should always leave for the new owners of your home. While each home is unique, generally speaking these are the...
Selling Your Home, The Areas to Focus On
Selling your home can be a huge decision that oftentimes brings many stressors with it. There are many different keys that are involved in a successful, and profitable, home sale, however one that is often seen by potential buyers the most is the cleanliness and...