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Staying motivated to achieve your New Years Resolution

It’s that time of year again – the start of a new one filled with possibility and potential. Many of us set New Year’s resolutions with the best of intentions, but sometimes life gets in the way and we find ourselves falling off track. It can be easy to lose motivation and give up on […]
Annual Report 2022

Are you interested in buying or selling, or just wanting to learn more about the market or just Whidbey Island in general? We are here to help! Connect with us here.
Valentines Day Recipe for Everyone

Valentine’s is a day to show your appreciation for those you love. However, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to make Valentine’s special. Here is an easy non-alcoholic drink that will please children and adults! Start by making an area of your home festive, cut out paper hearts, use conversation candy hearts, […]
Q4 2022 Gardner Report

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Staying motivated to achieve your New Years Resolution It’s that time of year again – the start of a new one filled with possibility and potential. Many of us set New Year’s resolutions with the best of intentions, but sometimes life gets in the way and we find ourselves falling off track. It can be easy to lose motivation and give up on […]

Annual Report 2022 Are you interested in buying or selling, or just wanting to learn more about the market or just Whidbey Island in general? We are here to help! Connect with us here.

Valentines Day Recipe for Everyone Valentine’s is a day to show your appreciation for those you love. However, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to make Valentine’s special. Here is an easy non-alcoholic drink that will please children and adults! Start by making an area of your home festive, cut out paper hearts, use conversation candy hearts, […]

Q4 2022 Gardner Report Interested in more local stats? See our Market Stats by clicking Here!

Welcome to Whidbey Green Are you approaching age 55 and thinking about downsizing? Perhaps there is just too much home maintenance to keep up with and you’d rather spend your time enjoying the things you want to do rather than the things you are obligated to do to maintain your home. If this is the case, Whidbey Green might […]

What is an Interest Rate Lock? It is no surprise that you might have questions when buying a home. There is a lot to know. Having a good realtor on your side can help you navigate some of those tough questions. Don’t have a realtor of your own? Contact us here and we will get you connected. In this article, we […]

Coupeville Wharf With all its historic charm, downtown Coupeville sometimes resembles a bygone era. Take a closer look however and you will discover a bustling and modern economy with clothing stores, art galleries, wine bars, and restaurants. When the fog rolls in, you may feel transported to the 19th century when boats brought passengers, and supplies, and […]

Nervous About Getting Approved For a Home Loan? Are you nervous about getting approved for a home loan? Don’t be! Staying informed about what to expect and what you should and should not do will help ease some of that worry. We are here to help you. Follow these simple DOs and DON’Ts and they will help you avoid hiccups during the approval […]

Drop in Mortgage Rates, What that Means for You Mortgage rates rise and fall in response to varying inflation. If 7% was too high for you, it is likely now a better time to connect with your lender to see if the current rates better align with your monthly housing allowance goals, as mortgage rates have begun to decline. Keeping an eye on inflation […]

The Magic of Deception Pass Most people know that Deception Pass State Park spans over Whidbey and Fidalgo Islands BUT can you name the other 10 islands included in the most visited state park in Washington? The tiny dot of an island pictured on the front is Deception Island which is visible from the bridge when looking west. Only a […]

A Different Approach to Developing Wealth Mynd recently released their 2022 Consumer Insights Report that demonstrates how millennials and Gen Z’s have taken a different approach to developing wealth than previous generations. For example, while 9% of Baby Boomers are contemplating the idea of investing in rental properties over 43% of Millennials and Gen Zs are choosing to remain in their […]

Deception Pass Bridge Whidbey residents know that some of the most beautiful sunsets can be seen from the Deception Pass Bridge, but have you seen this unique view of the Bridge and Goose Rock from Cornet Bay? If you are not familiar with Cornet Bay, it is a small inlet in Deception Pass State Park with some of […]

VA Home loans help Veterans Reach The American Dream VA Home loans help veterans reach the American dream. If you or a loved one has served in the military this article is meant for you. It is important for you to not only know that there are Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans available to you, but also understand the program, its purpose, and the […]

Home For The Holidays Are you ready to make your dreams come true for the holidays? Let us help you get into a new home for the holidays. The end of the year is quickly approaching! Like many others, you are likely getting caught up in the hustle and bustle of the Holiday season, buying turkeys for Thanksgiving, prepping […]

When Rents Rise, You Pay More But You Don’t Get More When rents rise, you pay more but you don’t get more. Interest rates might be rising, but so is rent! As Nadia Evangelou, Senior Economist and Director of Forecasting at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says: “There is no doubt that these higher rates hurt housing affordability. Nevertheless, apart from borrowing costs, rents additionally […]

Improving Lifestyles While Reinforcing Independence Did you know that our North Whidbey Help House offers more than just food? Part of their mission is to, “offer the best assistance possible and assist wherever possible in not only improving lifestyles but striving towards independence from the need for assistance.” WHERE DOES THE ASSISTANCE COME FROM They work in combination with other […]

Greenbank Farm Almost 19 years ago the planning for 7 distinct gardens at Greenbank Farm began with the Master Gardener volunteers. These gardens are beautiful, but their main purpose is to educate and demonstrate. Two more gardens have been added as well as amazing sculpture art. You can visit these gardens year-round and learn the secrets behind […]

Q3 Gardner Report

Fall Season: Apple Pie Recipe Fall has finally arrived! Many people have their own way of celebrating the changes of the season, whether it be the pumpkin spice latte in place of their usual, the apple cider wax melts in their burners or the purchase of the burnt orange coats and warm fussy socks. For us… one of our all-time […]

You’ll Lose Money When You Overprice Your Home You are probably asking yourself, “did I read that right?” Yes, yes you did. It is normal for sellers to want to get the most money out of the sale of their homes. It feels safe to list your home at the price you are desiring to get, but the reality is listing […]