bellingham: Work Smarter.....Not Harder! - 10/02/08 11:52 AM
In today's business we see many Realtors hanging up up their license waiting or blue skies to reappear. Much of this is due to Realtors who have not been able to overcome the market objections and give up on the chance to sell a home. Today we need to focus our … (5 comments)
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bellingham: It's Flat - But Flat is GOOD ! - 09/21/08 08:11 AM
I know = It's not the end of the third quarter so why am I talking about 3rd quarter statistics? - Because just around this time I'm itching to see how our real estate sales compare to last year. I know - All real estate is local so I'm not about to … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Earth Friendly Home Improvements - 08/19/08 08:42 PM
I ran across a few home improvement ideas that you can incorporate when you are updating your home. The list is made up of small but helpful ideas that you can incorporate to help you save energy and also make a smaller impact on resources.
1: If you are re-roofing your … (3 comments)
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bellingham: Historic Fairhaven Hotel revisited - 08/18/08 08:12 PM
The Fairhaven Hotel(1889-1956) was, in my opinion, a masterpiece of historic architectural style. The hotel rose approximately 60 feet above the street at 12th & Harris with a tower that was about 100 feet high. Unfortunately, it was mostly lost due to a tragic fire and then demolished in the 1950's. … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Elegant Fairhaven Condo - 08/15/08 11:36 AM
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bellingham: Vacant Home Staging - 08/09/08 12:48 AM
My phone has been ringing off the hook for vacant home staging! The number of vacant properties on the market is at a 40 year high, and the benefits of home staging your vacant property is fast becoming a necessity to outshine your competition!
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bellingham: Keeping Score - 08/02/08 09:00 AM
So Many Memories...
Of the kids growing up in Medway, Ma, "Keeping Score" at Cassidy Field sort of sums up life in this town. This picture was taken in 1992 but Cassidy Field has changed little and you'll still find kids keeping score at a local baseball event.
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bellingham: Are you feeling it? If you live in Medway you are ! - 07/27/08 08:16 AM
Maybe you're a townie - lived in this neck of the woods for a long time. Or maybe you just moved here a few years ago. One thing we know you all have in common, if you live in Medway or surrounding communities, you spend a lot of time on … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Staging Show for 2418 Spruce Str, Bellingham WA - 07/19/08 10:01 PM
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bellingham: Open House ~ Sunday, July 21st ~ 2-4pm ~ Bellingham WA - 07/17/08 12:29 PM
2418 Spruce St
Bellingham, WA
OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, July 21
2-4pm
(Click on house picture to see agents listing!)
See what staging on an extremely tight budget can do for you! Visit the OPEN HOUSE for 2418 Spruce Street in Bellingham, WA on Sunday July 21st before 2-4 … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Broker's Price Opinions - 07/11/08 01:06 PM
Recently I've started doing Broker's price opinions in the Bellingham and Whatcom County Area. Any leads on where to begin with that? I've got a few...but could always use a few referrals more on it.
Thanks!
James Knapp, RealtorRemax Whatcom County INCjamesknapp@remax.net360-393-6986
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bellingham: Do you want to Sell? Or Stay? - 07/11/08 12:57 PM
Currently the inventory levels are high. There are a lot of homes for sale. But really are they for sale? There's a pricerange a home can fetch. An agent comes to a listing presentation with this. "Sir" Or "Madame" homes like yours sell between "200-225". Sometimes today that number is shocking to … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Keeping up on the Market Value in TODAY's Market. Are you a Seller or "Non-Seller?" - 07/10/08 12:55 AM
Statistically people sell every seven years according to the National Association of Realtors. The great Real Estate Market that was 2005 plus the statistical shift in market equals a light at the end of the tunnel for the floodgates of buyers who will come back into the market.
But that's not magic. Buyers … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Recent Real Estate News. - 07/09/08 11:26 PM
With the prices of homes today declining (having bought mine two years ago in June)...it's clear we're all looking at what's next for the value of our homes with Gas Prices, Building Costs and food going up. Costs of living are increasing while our nests are not.
But what we fail to remember … (0 comments)
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bellingham: F O L L O W T H R O U G H (It's not an option!) - 07/02/08 03:51 PM
I recently received a a very nice and supportive compliment while working on a deal. The funny part was tht it did not come from my client, but from his accountant. While listing my clients property Iit became increasingly more difficult to entice buyers to make offers on the property because … (5 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham, WA Pre-Foreclosures - 06/24/08 04:50 PM
Currently there are about 30 Bellingham, Wa pre-foreclosures listed on the NWMLS. There are around 20 that are not listed. Compared to the rest of the country that's miniscule, which is a sign that Bellingham, Wa is holding it's value and is more stable than many other areas. Having said that, these pre-foreclosures WILL have an … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Cornwall Park, Bellingham - 06/07/08 12:22 PM
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bellingham: Mountain Biking in Bellingham, WA - 06/05/08 10:27 AM
Some of the best mountian biking trails I've ridden are located here in Bellingham. Having said that I must admit that I have traveled all over the U.S. in search of great trails. Part of the reason I moved to Bellingham was for the great riding.
What makes them so … (1 comments)
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bellingham: This years gardens - 05/29/08 11:55 AM
I haven't posted in this group in a while. Just took a few pictures of the perrenial gardens at my place yesterday and thought I would share a few.
This view is looking toward the house from near the street.
Looking at the house and gardens from the South.
Looking at … (19 comments)
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bellingham: Realtor, Lender Guide to Hud Manufactured Home Inspections - 05/15/08 07:47 PM
Minimizing the number of phone calls a real estate professional needs to make is always popular with the real estate professional. I think all of us, who work in real estate and related fields, have to make and return what seems to be more than our share of important telephone calls.
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bellingham: Bald Eagle goes to Spirit in the Sky - 05/14/08 01:09 PM
A Bald Eagle was killed today on Britton Rd. He was going after a squirrel. Here is our memorial to him.
On the currents of the Four Winds you ride the sky held aloft by unseen hands that hold you close to the Grandfather
Far below lies the world of … (3 comments)
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bellingham: Fairhaven District, Bellingham Washington - 05/11/08 01:32 AM
The Fairhaven District of Bellingham is growing and active featuring monthly events bringing many people into the District. Recent events in Fairhaven included Dirty Dan Days and Girls Night Out (GNO).
Dirty Dan Days is held on the last weekend of April every year and is an event … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Focus and quality pave way to recognition. - 05/01/08 01:49 AM
What comes to mind when reminded of Ferndale, WA? Old Glory proudly displayed on the old smoke stack? The settler's cabins at Pioneer park? Haggen's Food and drug store? Or how about the truly missed ice cream shakes at Grant's Drive In? All of these are things associated with Ferndale, but few people … (0 comments)
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bellingham: 887 Chuckanut - 04/22/08 01:42 AM
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bellingham: Bellingham,MA - 1st Quarter 2008 Statistics - Homes Sold - 04/21/08 07:31 AM
For those of you who have lived in Metrowest for a number of years, you may have overlooked a town that is convenient to 495, has all the required amenities when it comes to shopping or dining and recently its town center including the town hall has been totally renovated. Bellingham … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham Shoreline Run - 04/15/08 08:04 PM
From a storm of grey days, one brief, shining moment emerged this Saturday. I don't know how, or why, and am guessing since the local weather folks get blamed for the inclement weather, they should gleam some sort of credit for this, but we had an incredible April 12th.And so, around … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Alabama Hill Home - 04/15/08 02:28 PM
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bellingham: Mold Experts - 04/15/08 12:34 PM
I follow an Indoor Air Quality group on Yahoo. This post came in recently:
On 4/1/08 12:00 PM, "midsouthbuilders" <no_reply@yahoogroup s.com> wrote: I am a builder and as such, no stranger to mold contamination. We just finished a large custom home and within three weeks of occupancy, the new homeowner was … (3 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham Acreage - 04/14/08 06:54 PM
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bellingham: Bellingham Short Sale - 04/14/08 06:44 PM
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bellingham: Bellingham Washington Homes - 04/11/08 10:12 PM
Bellingham Washington Homes will be in great demand very soon as the 2010 Winter Olympic Games come to Canada. Bellingham is just 30 mins from the boarder and the prices of Bellingham Washington Homes are a great value and are a great inverstment in the future. I know that Homes in the towns on the … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Talk IS CHEAP, KNOW THY LENDER!!! - 04/10/08 02:15 PM
Knowing the lender that is handling the loan for your clients is becoming more and more a crucial factor in today's real estate market. With the ever tightening requirements to secure a loan, a small oversight can send you scrambling in search of a rescue ladder to pull your deal out … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Summary page or no summary page? - 04/07/08 11:56 AM
A common complaint I hear from real estate agents and home buyers about home inspector is that their home inspection reports are often too difficult to read. Many inspectors seem to believe that an inspection report should look complicated and have lots of stuff in it. Buyers and agents will tend … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham, WA Bellingham Housing Stats 1st Qtr 2008 - 04/06/08 10:47 AM
As you may have read in the Bellingham Herald....We have experienced a drop in median price, and Lynden out preformed Bellingham. Things are still moving along, but in a more normal market. Where sellers need to plan ahead, list their home at the right price, and buyers have options with time … (3 comments)
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bellingham: A RANT... - 03/31/08 01:02 PM
Sorry about the "RANT!" But after reading this LA Times Article, I had to let out some steam...
Unfortunately, the folks who made hand-over-fist-money during the boom will be the only ones laughing when it all finishes falling down. (ie, the ULTRA-RICH lending tycoons who are the only ones TRULY being protected … (23 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham Watefront Development: Taking our time.... - 03/30/08 10:36 PM
With 137 acres of waterfront to use as a palette for the Bellingham's new oceanscape, you'd figure that the endless possibilities would excite and ignite the masses. But, just as the camel was the product of a committee, with both the City and the Port of Bellingham working collaboratively, the people … (0 comments)
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bellingham: When Waterfront falls short of being.....well, waterfront - 03/30/08 09:23 PM
We've all heard the lexicon of Real Estate used to put a little "lipstick and rouge" on a home's description to garner at least a second look. "Small" turns into "cozy." "Limited only by buyer's imagination" is a personal favorite; it puts the weight of potential back onto the purchaser's shoulders, … (2 comments)
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bellingham: IN SPITE OF SPRING SNOWS, THE HOUSING MARKET BEGINS TO THAW - 03/29/08 03:32 PM
Oh the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful
And since we've no place to go
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it Snow!
As hard as it is to believe, we woke this Saturday morning to a powder coating of snow. It has been floating down for five hours, and … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Wishes won't make it happen! - 03/27/08 09:04 AM
"If wishes were horses, then beggars would ride and rich men would walk by their sides".
It's been about three months since you subscribed to this newsletter. I hope your inspection business is doing well. It is around the three month point that I start getting calls for advice from inspectors who … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Fairhaven Veterans Memorial Flag Raised - 03/25/08 02:09 AM
Fairhaven Veterans Memorial Flag Raised
The final piece fell into place or should I say rose into place today. Considering at 5am it was snowing and I was thinking "you got to be kidding me", it all came together! And incredibly beautiful weather to boot. The Flag raising and dedication ceremony for … (2 comments)
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bellingham: Accuracy First Home Inspections - 03/25/08 01:03 AM
Accuracy First Home Inspections has your best interests at heart. Purchasing a home these days is very expensive, but can be one of your best investments. You don't want to find out after you have purchased the home that you may have thousands of dollars in repairs. Having a great home … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Fairhaven, Bellingham Washington - 03/22/08 02:24 AM
Historic Fairhaven
The charming Fairhaven District of Bellingham, Washington has become an excellent holiday location with many people returning to stay permanently. Located on the shores of Bellingham Bay overlooking the San Juan islands the Fairhaven District has many things to offer visitors and locals alike. Having the main transportation hub located … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Historic Fairhaven Veterans Memorial Flag Pole - 03/22/08 02:04 AM
Fairhaven Veterans Memorial Flag Pole Installation
Today, Whatcom Skagit Crane Service rolled a giant crane into Fairhaven to lift the 110' steel Flag Pole into it's finally resting spot. Unfortunately, the streets had to be closed for a short time (sorry for the inconvenience), but just think you were part of the process. It … (0 comments)
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bellingham: There's always a reason to smile. Find it - 03/21/08 01:34 AM
After all, you're really lucky just to be alive. Life is short. More and more, I agree with my little sister. She always reminds me: "We're not here for a long time; we're here for a good time."
Happy Friday Everyone Hope you all have a great safe holiday weekend
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bellingham: Solve your own problems - 03/20/08 10:19 AM
You'll find that by coming up with your own solutions, you'll develop a competitive edge. Masura Ibuka, the co-founder of SONY, said it best: "You never succeed in technology, business, or anything by following the others." There's also an old Asian saying that I remind myself of frequently. It goes like … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Always be moving forward - 03/18/08 02:27 AM
Never stop investing. Never stop improving. Never stop doing something new. The moment you stop improving your organization, it starts to die. Make it your goal to be better each and every day, in some small way. Remember the Japanese concept of Kaizen. Small daily improvements eventually result in huge advantages. … (5 comments)
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bellingham: BOLD (bad) Tactics - 03/11/08 02:57 PM
I was on another community web site the other day and found a topic that made my blood boil thinking what I would feel like doing if I was in this position!
I am not sure of the original author of the paragraph, but it is as follows.
"I had a student ask … (17 comments)
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bellingham: children and smoke detectors - 03/09/08 01:36 PM
Kids and Smoke Detectors
Don't be so sure that your smoke detectors will wake your sleeping children if there is a fire. Recently there are been several reports that show that sleeping children do not respond to smoke detector alerts. Based on these reports the U.S. Consumer Product Safety … (2 comments)
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bellingham: Harborgate Mixed Use Condominium Project - 03/05/08 02:54 PM
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bellingham: Old Town District Boutique Mixed Use Condo Project - 03/05/08 02:38 PM
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bellingham: Fairhaven Condo with Bay, Island & Sunset Views - 03/03/08 12:26 AM
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bellingham: Bellingham Bay & Marina Views - 03/03/08 12:18 AM
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bellingham: Historic Fairhaven's Newest Urban Living - 03/03/08 12:08 AM
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bellingham: GOOD News: NW Washington-Values up 4.6% in 2007 - 02/29/08 06:39 PM
In recent weeks, we have seen so much rate volatility that it's hard to keep up! We find our underwriters nervously reviewing appraisals with an eye toward inflation and a downturn-- but in Washington State, things are much rosier. I get a lot of calls from California lenders wanting our loans!
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bellingham: Bellingham, WA Tweed Twenty Neighborhood - 02/28/08 10:23 PM
Tweed Twenty....is a quiet neighborhood located in our BarkleyLiving.com area, with it's debut in the early 1970's. This neighborhood features mature, beautiful northwest landscaping and provides it's residents with affordable housing just minutes to Lake Whatcom and Barkley Village. With Silver Beach on one side and Northern Heights on the other, … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham Waterfront Condos - 02/22/08 08:32 PM
Bellingham has a wide range of salt water view condos ranging in price from the low to mid $200's up to $1.7Mill. Most of these condos are located in downtown Bellingham, the Fairhaven District and in between the two areas along State Street and Boulevard Ave. On the north end of … (1 comments)
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bellingham: You've got to see these shoes! - 02/15/08 01:55 PM
So I was shopping for some new shoes the other day...and came across these! Perfect for those elegant dinner dates with my husband, down at the Marina...then walk along the shoreline...and then a quick dive!!! Note the brand name! High Tide Heels!
Added note: So, apparently this blog didn't count for points … (10 comments)
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bellingham: New to Barkley, Bellingham - 02/12/08 08:36 PM
So what's new in our neck of the woods.
Well, Our Kitchen is Your Kitchen, baked goods....decorating parties...fun stuff. It is located under the new Drake Bldg.
The Bellingham Public Library will soon have an outreach branch located in the same building.
A community room will also be made available for hanging … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Mount Baker Neighborhood? It's not where you think!!! - 02/12/08 01:24 PM
As a member of the MBNA I am trying to spread the word. It was only through my affiliation of the Barkley Business Association did I learn that I live and work with this neighborhood. The name never lead me to believe they were talking about my neck of the woods!
The … (0 comments)
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bellingham: The Bellingham Market Up, Down...running in circles??? - 02/09/08 06:34 PM
Over-priced home rankings, increases in foreclosures, flooded inventory...what does it all really mean to you?
Over Priced homes? To a degree yes. The ranking is based upon the average income, and the average home price. Well, with over 12,000 students and a service based employment arena our average income is low. Also, … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham, WA Won't you be my neighbor? - 02/09/08 05:08 PM
As beautiful inside as it is on the outside!
This is my neighbors house...so you know the only neighbor to this house is FANTASTIC!
The home you have been looking for...only $449,000!
The pictures don't do it justice! 2550 sq ft, flexible, open floor plan. 4bed or 3 with an office or game room. … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Go work those employers...they've got employees on the move! - 02/09/08 04:28 PM
The market is slow, so they say! Who ever "they" are!
Well, here is one more avenue for you folks to pursue. To those of you who are already pursing this in your markets...Good Job!
Being a REALTOR means being creative with the changes the market brings, year after year. A couple of years ago … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Show your buyers you care! - 02/08/08 12:44 PM
As a Realtor I try to show my buyers appreciation for their loyalty, especially when we close a transaction. So how do we make that loyalty become a lifelong relationship that brings referrals and more business down the road? We buy them a house warming gift, a home warranty, or a nice dinner, all … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Simply Staging Solutions offers Homeowners Hope For Selling in Whatcom County - 02/07/08 09:28 PM
The competition to sell your home in Whatcom County is building. A month ago only 2-5 new listings were appearing everyday. The last week the numbers have been shocking, 20-30 new listings every single day!!
In order to make your house stand out above all the others is to have it professionally … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham's Historic Fairhaven District - 02/04/08 12:02 AM
Located in the northwest corner of Washington state the city of Bellingham is located on the Interstate 5 corridor between the two metropolitan cities of Seattle and Vancouver, British Columbia. With the Cascade Mountain range to the east and the San Juan Islands in the Pacific to the West Whatcom County … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Building a Website 101...What I've Learned... - 02/02/08 02:08 PM
One of my more recent posts was bragging about the site I have just finished building www.LiveGoodBeHappy.com . This was a journey YEARS in the making. I had been 'conceptualizing' about it for a very long time. My vision was that I wanted my site to be UNIQUE. I wanted it to be … (11 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham Multi family investment - 01/30/08 09:17 PM
INVESTORS ALERT: This is a good 1031 exchange possibility, 9 mobile home pads and a duplex. (Square footage reflects duplex ONLY) Walking distance to shopping, bus and restaurants. Gross income should be $51,300 per year and expenses are reasonable. This property is zoned for 13 multi-family units.
ASKING $450,000Call Hugh at … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham, WA Bellingham Housing Stats - 01/30/08 07:00 PM
While some are saying it is a total Buyer's market..it is, AND it is NOT! The $250-$290k homes in Bellingham proper, are still seeing offers, multiple offers and shorter days on the market and yet there are still some great "steals."
Higher priced homes...Buyer's market. Just look at the difference between average list … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham Duplex for Sale - 01/29/08 09:32 PM
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bellingham: Live good. Be happy. Online.... - 01/28/08 04:54 PM
Hey everyone! It has been a while since I have contributed to Active Rain, and I have missed you guys! Did you miss me???
What have I been up to you ask?
I dismantled my old Livegoodbehappy.com website about a month ago to do a re-build and have been working on … (16 comments)
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bellingham: Chinese New Year Celebrations in Bellingham - 01/25/08 05:42 PM
This year there will be 2 local Chinese New Year celebrations this weekend, as the "Year of the Rat," begins soon. The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, is a two week celebration observed in Asian countries including China, Thailand, Vietnam and South Korea. The 2008 new year … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Energy Efficient Homes in Bellingham, WA - 01/16/08 12:36 PM
TELL YOUR BUYERS
The range of benefits listed here are among the few benefits of owning a green home.
Save Money and Resources
With natural gas and water prices on the rise, properly-sized and highly-efficient furnaces, air-conditioners, and water heaters save money every month. They also require less maintenance than standard units.
Energy … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Energy Efficient Homes in Bellingham, WA - 01/16/08 12:35 PM
TELL YOUR BUYERS
The range of benefits listed here are among the few benefits of owning a green home.
Save Money and Resources
With natural gas and water prices on the rise, properly-sized and highly-efficient furnaces, air-conditioners, and water heaters save money every month. They also require less maintenance than standard units.
Energy … (0 comments)
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bellingham: An Exciting Story about a Freddie Mac Foreclosure/ REO Purchase! - 01/15/08 10:29 PM
Hi all! Nicole Ocean here,
I have been working with a very sensible, patient and smart investment property buyer who I feel got an amazing deal on a home that is valued at $375,000-$395,000.
I had been working with this investment buyer for the last few months. I introduced this buyer, (let's call him, … (4 comments)
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bellingham: Live good. Be happy. Be AUTHENTIC. Be DIFFERENT. Be YOU! - 01/06/08 01:29 PM
I was recently Meme'd. And while sharing some very-off-subject-from-Real-Estate-things about me with the folks on Active Rain was an exercise in, well, exorcism of my past follies, I recognized something VERY IMPORTANT ABOUT REAL ESTATE MARKETING (for that matter...ALL marketing) that I think is worth sharing.
I am convinced that we are meant to bring ALL … (18 comments)
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bellingham: Culling the Herd in 2008 - 01/04/08 11:40 AM
I just heard a spooky statistic from Dave Beason, NAR Real Estate Coach;
Over 1/2 (Yes ONE HALF!) of all licensed agents have NEVER SOLD A HOME! Wow! And 1/2 of the 1/2 remaining licensed agents who have sold something, average only 4 transactions per year! (Yes, only FOUR!!) Meaning, only 1/4 … (12 comments)
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bellingham: A new year, a new goal - 01/03/08 01:03 PM
A new year, a new goal. Every January we get to take stock and make a new begining. Some of us are more successful and accomplishing our goals then others. I want to make this year simpler, so I decided to work on one goal. To get there I thought of … (2 comments)
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bellingham: Getting to the top of Google Searches - 01/01/08 11:35 AM
On another post I saw an new inspector set of goal of dominating the web with his site. Thats a great goal but you need to figure out how you want to be found. For example, if I say I want to dominate all searches for "Anacortes Home Inspection" then my … (4 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham's Polar Bear Swim - New Years Day - Birch Bay too. - 12/29/07 04:34 PM
Bellingham's Polar Bear Swim will take place New Years Day at Lake Padden at noon. There will also be a Resolution Run at 11 a.m. The run has no set distance and is not timed. Both events are free, with no registration required, just come on out and have some fun.
The Birch Bay … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Debt is a thief... - 12/28/07 07:58 PM
Oh, don't the happy 20-somethings (buried in debt) look blissful?In my quest to become the capitalist sensai to my 23 year old nephew I have engaged him in more than one discussion about the power of debt to undermine his future. (Yeah, sure, you can make the payment, but what is … (28 comments)
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bellingham: Wishes for a prosperous 2008! - 12/23/07 02:08 PM
By sharing this post, I hope to inspire you, my colleagues, to a BALANCED and PROSPEROUS 2008!
My 'tradition' for this time of year is to take down my "Goals" chalkboard, look at was accomplished, evaluate what was not and then ERASE the whole thing and start over. The new year always starts with a … (6 comments)
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bellingham: Whatcom County, Still A great Place To Live! - 12/18/07 04:03 PM
Looking for a place to live, how about a whatcom county home? It seems like everywhere we turn the newspapers are screaming how bad the economy is with bold print. Even our local news puts the emphasis on the declining economy, but this perception is based on national news and national … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Blog, Blah, Blah, Blah... - 12/17/07 11:51 AM
Controversial Blog Thoughts...
A scant few years ago, blogging was the latest and greatest way to get noticed in an ever expanding web universe. A blog added to your web content was a super cool (and oft misunderstood) way to get your voice out there. It was a wonderful way to share insightful, educational and, yep, … (28 comments)
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bellingham: Washington DOL to issue new enhanced license/ID as alternative to a Passport - 12/10/07 06:57 PM
The department of licensing in Washington State will begin issuing an enhanced driver's license and ID card in January 2008.
The new card will securely denotes citizenship and identity and will be an acceptable alternative to a passport for re-entry into the U.S. Land and see border crossings. The license will … (0 comments)
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bellingham: My Book Meme with thanks to Deborah Pearce - 12/07/07 01:51 PM
How does an avid reader talk about his five favorite books? I don't think I can choose five favorites. I'v been reading for 60 years and may have thousands of favorites. What I'll do, I think, is choose some recently read and some I think are notable.
Last night we had our … (16 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham computer game enthusiasts welcome new shop with 2 day game marathon - 11/28/07 12:41 PM
Game Co nX,located at 1422 Cornwall Ave, a new computer gaming facility will have a grand opening that will feature a 48-hour marathon. The event begins at 6 p.m. Friday, ending at 6 p.m. Sunday and for $35 you can be there for all or part of the 2 says, come and … (0 comments)
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bellingham: NW WA notary serves locals and BC residents - 11/27/07 10:08 AM
NW WA notary serves locals and BC residents
If you need a US notary, Professional Notary can help.
(360) 510-6530. Special number for Canadians rings in Bellingham office: (604) 484-3681
Notary services regarding:
Apostilles - Hague Convention
Powers of Attorney
Wills
Deeds
House purchase and loan
Timeshare & condominium purchases and sales
Copies of identification papers and licenses
W-7 forms
Letters requesting birth … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham Restaurant wins Wine Enthusiast Magazine's "Award of Distinction" - 11/24/07 01:37 PM
Tiny Flats Tapas Barin Fairhaven has won the Wine Enthusiast Magazine's"Award of Distinction" as one of the most wine-friendly restaurants in the US for 2007. KCTS TV has also honored Flats Tapas as "Chef's 2006 Favorite Dishes Award," featuring how to cook the restaurant's Yams Bravas on the show.
Quite a … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Whatcom County WA real estate still holding it's own - 11/17/07 08:30 PM
I've been running into lots false data about real estate here in Whatcom County. I know that a down market does exists in many parts of the country but not here in Whatcom County. For residential properties (single family & residential condos) our average and median prices are both up YTD … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Furnace and Water Heaters don't last forever!! - 11/12/07 01:33 PM
Why do inspector's say my client's furnace or water heater needs to be replaced when they are working just fine?
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Most inspector's (like Realtor's) are trying to protect their client from having to deal with expensive component replacement . When we estimate the particular component is at or past its … (3 comments)
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bellingham: Is it a bad time to sell a home in Bellingham? - 11/11/07 04:00 PM
I have been reading the Bellingham Herald for years. Watching the news and listening to people talk about how bad the Bellingham real estate market is. So I thought I would take this opportunity to vent and share some facts. Here is the bottom line! Bellingham homes are still selling and … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Sweet Upper Unit Condo in 55+ Active Adult Community! - 11/07/07 01:17 PM
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bellingham: BellinghamMortgage.com - 10/29/07 12:55 PM
My name is Gary Pickering and I have lived and worked in Bellingham, Washington and Whatcom County since 1996. I began my career in the financial services industry nearly 20 years ago. Since that time I've worked for large commercial banks, and smaller community banks. I have a comprehensive lending background, … (1 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham recieves 2007 Green Power Leadership award from the US EPA - 10/27/07 12:59 PM
Bellingham celebrated again as the City's receives a 2007 Green Power Leadership award from the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This award recognizes leading national green power purchasers for their commitment and contribution to helping advance the development of the nation's green power market every year.
Bellingham was chosen a Green Power Partner … (4 comments)
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bellingham: Thank you for the rain. - 10/26/07 05:33 PM
It may rain a little in Bellingham. However we don't get many home consuming forest fires, tornados, hurricanes or other natural disasters. Bellingham, what a great place to live. … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Washinton State grants awarded for local arts & cultural development - 10/26/07 02:23 PM
The state has awarded grants to: the Whatcom Museum Society, Whatcom Film Association and Mount Baker Theatre.
The Whatcom Museum Society will receive $1 million for the construction of their expansion project: an art museum and children's museum.
The Whatcom Film Association also received funding from this program and grant. They are presently building … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham's Sunnyland Neighborhood - 10/25/07 02:49 PM
The Sunnyland Neighborhood is one of Bellingham's diverse neighborhoods. It consists of industrial an area(some located in older homes) which dominate the southern third of the neighborhood. Multifamily and single family areas surround a newly remodelled neighborhood commercial area at the Alabama/James Street intersection, where Trader Joe's has brought new life … (4 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham's Western Washington University Neighborhood - 10/25/07 02:47 PM
Western Washington University (also called WWU or Western) opened it's doors in 1893 and has since grown into a university approaching 13,000 students. WWU is proud of it's unique environmental and economic research programs, it's award-winning experimental vehicle design, it's highly regarded manufacturing, plastics, and electrical engineering technology programs as well … (0 comments)
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bellingham: Bellingham's Green Power Efforts Pay Off - 10/24/07 01:50 PM
Mayor Tim Douglas and Puget Sound Energy Vice President of Energy Cal Shirley will dedicate a new Solar Power Demonstration Project Thursday, Oct 25, at Maritime Heritage Park's Environmental Learning Center. It will includes an interactive kiosk and real-time display of the power the project generates. Puget Sound Energy awarded the system … (2 comments)
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bellingham: Last Call: College Level Bellingham Home Inspector Training - 10/24/07 08:49 AM
Any inspectors or realtors in Washington state might pass this information on to anyone interested in the field of home inspection. The next four week professional level home inspector training course begins at Bellingham Technical College next Monday, 10/29. Minimum enrollment has been met, so the class will go. This time, which … (0 comments)
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