Archive for October, 2008

How to Make Your Anacortes Home Safe

Friday, October 31st, 2008

Many home injuries can be avoided….this website will show you how to make your Anacortes home safer.

Samish Purchase 14 Acres at March Point

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

The Samish Indian Nation purchased 14 Acres of Prime Highway 20 Frontageat the east end of Fidalgo Island from Bill Wooding for almost $8.6 million. Wooding had been trying for years to get the city to change zoning of the March Point property to allow for a Fred-Meyer type of retail store so that the [...]

Last Week In Review – Post by Mark Johnson

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

A review of the martgage market and economic climate for the week ending 10/24/08

Washington State Makes The Top 10 U.S. Luxury Real Estate Markets!

Monday, October 27th, 2008

Washington ranks number 10 in U.S. in Luxury Home Market

Why New Homes Need Home Inspections

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

  Pre-Owned Homes and New Construction Should be Inspected   Most builders strive hard to build a quality product…a home or condo that not only looks good, but has quality throughout.   However, in the course of building a home, there are a lot of details and most often many subcontractors are used.   If you talk to [...]

Pumpkins, Corn Mazes, and Turning Leaves

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

    FALL FUN IN SKAGIT COUNTY   The nighttime temperatures are dropping!  Skagit Valley pumpkins are turning bright orange, the the leaves on the trees are gorgeous with vibrant colors including bright yellow, rich gold, stunning scarlet, and even some Husky purple.   Skagit Valley Pumpkins Make The BEST Pumpkin Pie! This time of year we [...]

Island Properties Appeal to Foreign Investors Looking For Second Homes

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

U.S. Luxury Homes Appeal to Foreign Investors

Interest Rates Decreased Last Week!

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

Update on Interest rates as well as links to mortgage calculator.

Insects and Rodents are Shopping For New Homes

Saturday, October 25th, 2008

Protecting Your Home From Pests

The Anacortes – San Juan Ferry Run

Saturday, October 25th, 2008

ANACORTES, WA I was at Anchor Cove Marina today and I noticed a Washington State Ferry being escorted by a tug to the Anacortes Ferry Dock.   I believe it was the Sealth which is a 90 car ferry that The Washington State Deaprtment of Transportation announced will begin service on the Anacortes – San Juan Islands route [...]