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Builders Are Building Smaller Homes

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There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right now and they’re offering incentives. And that can help give you more options that fit the bill. Newly Continue Reading about Builders Are Building Smaller Homes

Lummi Ferry Service Disruption: What You Need to Know

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Residents and visitors of Lummi Island, brace yourselves for a temporary interruption in ferry service! From May 18 to June 15, the Whatcom Chief ferry will be undergoing its annual dry dock outage. This means that ferry service will be limited to pedestrian-only vessels during this period. Here's a brief overview of what to expect and how to plan ahead for this upcoming service Continue Reading about Lummi Ferry Service Disruption: What You Need to Know

March Whatcom County Real Estate Wrap Up

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Published on: April 3, 2024 Northwest MLS, the source for the most current, accurate market listing data in Washington state, today released its Market Snapshot for the month of March 2024. Market Recap Interest rates have decreased by 0.15% over the past month to 6.79%, and while the rate decrease is encouraging, it has yet to have a significant impact on prospective buyers’ purchasing Continue Reading about March Whatcom County Real Estate Wrap Up

Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami

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Have you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers to the idea that a lot of baby boomers are going to move or downsize all at once. And the fear is that a sudden influx of homes for sale would have a big impact on housing. That’s because it would create a whole lot more competition for smaller homes and Continue Reading about Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami

The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here

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Are you thinking about making a move? If so, now may be the perfect time to start the process. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is just around the corner. A recent Realtor.com study looked at housing market trends over the past several years (with the exception of 2020, since it was an unusual year), and found the best week to put your house on the Continue Reading about The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here

Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper

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If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that needs a little elbow grease or some updates, but has good bones. Fixer-uppers can be a really great option if you’re looking to break into the housing market or want to stretch your budget Continue Reading about Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper

What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home

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If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your credit score can also help determine your mortgage rate. An article from US Bank explains: “A credit score isn’t the only deciding Continue Reading about What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home