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19945 PARSON CREEK RD., SEDRO-WOOLLEY $214,000

Qualifi es for USDA! Wonderful 1620 sq. foot home is located in a

great area and offers a shop/garage, a detached studio, generous

decking with hot tub; all located on a generous fenced acre.

Convenient distance yet removed from I-5. Equidistant from Mount

Vernon and Bellingham. . MLS#334536

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HOW TO FLOODPROOF YOUR HOMEPAGE 3

TRENDS: RISE OF THE TOWNHOMEPAGE 4

DID YOU KNOW?PAGE 5

HOW TO CONSERVE ENERGY AROUND THE HOUSEPAGE 6

TAKE CONTROL OF MOLD GROWTHPAGE 7

IN THE NEWS: HURRICANE HITBACKPAGE 8

Q&A: ASK OUR BROKERPAGE 9

CLASSIFIEDSPAGE 10-11

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Sedro-Woolley $249,950Elegant country home boasting all the charm of the yesteryear. Completely remolded maintain-ing the original woodwork, fl ooring and hard-ware. Guest apt. over spacious 2 car garageLarge country kitchen w/ relaxing sun porch.MLS #417910

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Sedro-Woolley $299,000Quality home located at the end of a private driveway. Over 1890 sq. ft. with 3 BR/2 BA. Large shop and a machine shed. Exceptional mountain views. Wonderful setting on 2.5 acres. MLS #419637

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Mount Vernon $134,900Affordable 2 BR/1.75 BA. Almost 1200 sq. ft.New hardwood fl ooring and updated kitchen. Large corner lot with mature landscaping. Won’t last at this price! MLS#398732

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Burlington $179,900Lovely remodeled home. Swedish fi nish oak fl oors, slate kitchen fl oors. Beautiful new fi xtures and fresh paint. Lovely fenced yard with gorgeous landscaping. Hurry and view, this won’t last long! MLS#420091Directions: From Hwy 20, North on Oak. Home on west side.

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Sedro-Woolley $160,000Approx. 1332 sq. ft. 3 BR/1 ¾ BA. Rambler built in 1998. Spacious family room off kitchenSlider off family room to beautiful backyardLarge lot w/ lots of fruit trees & berries. 2 car attached garage. MLS #419456

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Burlington $149,000Over 1700 sq. ft. 3 BR/1 BA home. Value is in the land. Prime location, right in town in the commercial area, M-1. Near City Hall, and the Fire Department. MLS#387073

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Mount Vernon $110,0001+ acre view lot. Close to town in a quiet cul-de-sac. Mountain and farmland views. Soil test completed. Build your dream home today!MLS #421284

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La Conner $199,000Very quiet street. Quality custom home features open fl oor plan w/ quality gourmet kitchen. Large master suite w/ jetted tub and shower. All high end stainless kitchen appli-ances. Low maintenance landscaped yard and private patio. MLS #357745

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TABLE of CONTENTSHow to floodproof your home Pg. 3TRENDS: Rise of the townhome Pg. 4-Did you know? Pg. 5How to conserve energy around the house Pg. 6Take control of mold growth Pg. 7IN THE NEWS: Hurricane Hitback Pg. 8Q & A: Ask Our Broker Pg. 9Classifieds Pg. 10-11

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www.WindermereSkagit.comWindermere Real Estate/ Skagit Valley 1030 East College Way • Mount Vernon (360) 424-4901 • 1-800-849-7939

1316 JESSICA PL., MV $139,900Cozy 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on quiet cul-de-sac by Little Mountain School. Rambler with nice level lot & partially fenced yard. Call Cindy Sullivan at 941-9443. #417224

604 N. LAVENTURE ST., MV $139,950Clean & tidy rambler on a nice corner lot within walking distance to different city amenities. Spacious living room plus a big family room/dining room. Good off street parking for several vehicles plus a small outbuilding. Ready for you to move right in. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #420069

22998 STATE ROUTE 9, MV $149,000Peaceful, private country setting for this nice manufactured home with 2 bedrooms & 2 baths. Large deck to enjoy the lovely views of Lake McMurray & the mountains. All on 1 acre with a pond. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #400909

314 E. FULTON ST., MV $154,950Vintage home on the hill in Mount Vernon just reduced in price. Come tour this home & figure out how to make it yours. Charming features & within walking distance all city amenities. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #351648

455 KLICKITAT, LAC $192,500Wonderful LaConner home featuring views over the marina, spacious rooms, open floor plan, two fireplaces, attached garage and great amenities abound. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #29136416

1501 MEADOW LARK LN, MV $209,950Classic rambler in a quiet neighborhood. This 70’s style home has a spacious living room & a comfortable family room each with a fireplace. Private backyard & patio. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Newer roof & attached garage with storage. Call Robin Luif at 420-2026. #229760

100 BELMONT TERRACE, MV $215,0001-level brick home offering 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, 2 fire-places, 1680+ SF, family & dining rooms, cedar lined closets & built-ins. Private fenced back yard with covered patio, 2 car garage. Close to medical facilities and I-5 corridor. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #408480

39541 BAKER LAKE RD., CNC $219,000A nice rambler with basement & 3 bedrooms, 1 bath all on over 9 acres. Newer roof, windows, wiring & paint. Many outbuildings for your equipment. Close to lake & river fishing. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #311226

7188 STEELHEAD LN, BRL $239,900Lovely rambler on wonderful riverfront lot. Home has 3 bed-rooms, 1.75 baths, master with bath & walk-in closet. Well insu-lated. Redwood siding & very nice patio, assorted fruit trees & 80 ft. of waterfront. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #395637

22058 MOUNT VERNON BIG LAKE ROAD, MV $325,000Great 2.4 acre property with 3 bedroom rambler & big shop. Master suite with step-in shower. 1152 SF shop with 3 bay doors. Call Megan O’Bryan at 708-5817. #355635

4728 STATE ROUTE 9,SDW $329,900Lovely park-like setting, 1 story home, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large 2 car garage. Plus 3 bay machine shed, 24x30 shop both with power. Covered RV parking, small barn, greenhouse, stor-age sheds & more. All on 5.95 level acres with evergreens & ample lawn. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #369264

10943 MARY LN, BRL $348,000Lovely 1 story home with 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths & nearly 2100 SF, large master suite, kitchen with eating bar & pantry. 2 car garage, 2 storage sheds & heated 24x48 shop/garage. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791. #243332

687 SEDONA LN., BRL $358,900Custom built home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & 2300+ SF. Main floor master suite. Large bonus room. Gas fireplace. Beautiful landscaping with a full length deck for entertaining. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #393769

6792 F & S GRADE RD., SDW $375,000Car Collector’s Dream: garage space for 12 cars! Approx. 2238 SF, 3 bedrooms, 1.75 baths. Pond, 6+ acres, lower property w/approx. 740’of Samish River frontage. Call Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #90077

1301 ALPINE VIEW DR., MV $379,000Beautiful Eaglemont home on the 12th green offers: 4 bed-rooms, 2629 SF, 3 car garage & main floor master. Brazilian Lab-radorite stone c’tops & all new hardwood. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #269149

15002 CHANNEL LN, LAC $398,000Waterfront home at a great price. 1-story home with wonder-ful floor plan with spacious rooms & spectacular water views. Large level lot, 2 car garage. Close to LaConner. Call Sarah Minton at 770-3076. #249568

12690 WAYWARD WAY, CL $399,900Very nice, large 3600+ SF, 4 bedroom home on 1 acre. Dining, living, family, rec/bonus & media rooms. Enjoy the sunset & lake view. 30x40 two bay shop. More photos & info. at skagitvalleyhomes.com. Call Bill & Jannette Krieger at 421-4446. #347053

17999 W. BIG LAKE BLVD., MV $399,950Adorable updated 2 bedroom home LIKE NEW, beautiful hickory cabinets, fireplace, tankless hot water, 1.75 baths. Front deck to enjoy gorgeous lake & mountain views. 100’ of no bank waterfront. Call Alice Hanson at 770-8791 or Linda Eastman at 202-4075. #317967

How to Floodproof your HomeHomeowners know no home is perfect. While the notion of a dream

house is nice, every home eventually experiences a problem or two. Many problems are bound to occur sooner or later, but there are a few that diligent homeowners can prevent.

One of those preventable problems is flooding. Any home with floor drains or plumbing fixtures below street level can flood, and this can be due to inclement weather, such as heavy rainstorms, local sewer system backup, or groundwater swelling. Flooding can even occur in the spring when melting occurs as the air temperature increases. While homeowners won’t be able to control the weather, they can take steps to floodproof their home.

• Do some preventive landscaping. If the ground around the home’s foundation slopes toward the house, make some grading changes so that the ground slopes away from the home.

• Insulate the heating ducts. Some home heating ducts are under the basement floor. In such homes, homeowners should make sure these ducts are properly insulated and watertight.

• Make sure the vents all lead outside the home. The weather can cause moisture issues, but some moisture problems can come from inside the home as well. Clothes dryers and bathrooms are both internal moisture sources, and these sources should always be vented outside the home.

• Clean gutters and downspouts. Gutters and downspouts should be cleaned to ensure water is effectively being diverted away from the home. Clean gutters and downspouts in the spring after a long winter, and do so again in the fall to keep fallen leaves from blocking the flow of water. Downspouts should extend four feet from the outside wall of the house.

• Inspect the home at least once a year. Before buying a home, buyers often hire a professional inspector to ensure the home is safe and sound. But the inspections should not stop once buyers sign on the dotted line. To prevent flooding, homeowners should inspect their home’s foundation for cracks once a year. If the home has a chimney and fireplace, check for cracks there as well. If any cracks are discovered, consult a professional immediately.

• Clean out basement drains. Basement drains should be cleaned annually from the house to the street. If the drains are still slow after cleaning, then clean them more than once a year.

• When leaving the home for an extended period of time, turn the water valve off. Homeowners worried about flooding can calm those fears when going on vacation or another long trip by turn the water valve off at the source. This ensures that, should a line break while no one is home, water will not pump into the house.

Floodproofing a home can save homeowners from potentially costly repairs and unsightly damage to a home’s interior.

Cleaning gutters and downspouts is one way to prevent homes from flooding.


By ERIK J. MARTINCTW Features

Homebuyers who want to have their cake and eat it, too – in the form of a resi-dence that lives like a single-family house yet offers the conve-niences of an urban condo – are choos-ing townhomes, and apparently in greater numbers.

The National As-sociation of Home Builders reports that total townhome construction rose dramatically in recent months, from 11,000 starts in second quarter 2011 to 17,000 starts over the same period in 2012. Market share of townhomes currently is at 11 percent of all single-family starts, an increase from 10.4 percent in first quarter 2012.

Why the recent spike in demand for town-homes? Stephen Melman, director of economic services and housing policy at NAHB, says buy-ers are more cautious about what they pur-chase today.

“They are opting for the amount of shelter they need, and not more,” Melman says. “Gen-erally, townhomes are priced more affordably because they are on smaller lots. Monthly en-ergy costs are easier to manage in a townhome design. And more buyers are making choices to minimize maintenance costs and time.”

Townhomes typically include two or more units per building; townhome units often feature a small yard, rear deck or patio. Many townhome communities have homeowner association fees that generally cover upkeep tasks such as lawn care, snow, leaf and waste removal, and landscaping.

An indication of townhomes’ wider appeal may be their changing floor plans. “For most of the last decade, the typical townhome floor plan was an entry hall, garage and one bed-room on the first floor; with the dining room, living room and kitchen on the second floor and a master bedroom and secondary bedroom on the third floor. This floor plan works well for couples with one or no children,” says Steve Bland, agent with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene, Houston.

But Bland says newly constructed town-homes favor a wider variety of homeowners: “Lately, we’re seeing more new-construction townhomes going back to a more traditional home style, with the garage and public rooms on the first floor and all three bedrooms – and maybe even a game room – on the second floor, or alternatively on the third floor.”

Townhomes provide an ideal option for those who wish to own property in a more

established, walkable neighborhood near public transporta-tion, highways, stores and restaurants, and popular urban ame-nities, which is why they appeal to many types of buyers today.

“First-time home-owners like the idea of owning a house at an affordable price point, and young professionals and empty nesters enjoy the ability to live in a medium-densely populated area,” says Maike Scherer, CEO of Capital Home Man-agement, Great Falls, Va. “And a townhome offers more privacy as compared to an apart-ment. They are a great long-term buy, and, in our experiences, are

very easy to rent out.”Suzanne F. Schakett, senior vice president

of builder products, National Builder Division of Envoy Mortgage, Houston, says townhomes are more popular in the Northeast, “but there is a growing demand in most markets across the country.”

The disadvantages of owning a townhome include potentially high HOA fees, the possibil-ity that the HOA board is too strict or not man-aged well, privacy issues and limited storage and yard space.

Melman recommends shopping and com-paring townhomes carefully before committing to a purchase, as well as seeking out word-of-mouth recommendations.

Additionally, thoroughly review the cov-enants, conditions and restrictions (known as CC&Rs) to clearly understand the parameters, and learn exactly which maintenance tasks and services are included with the monthly HOA fees.

trends Rise of the TownhomeTownhomes can provide the privacy of single-family homes with the

convenience of multi-unit housing at an affordable price point


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83 ACRES… beautiful pasture land, some wooded areas. 3 BR, 2 BA mfg home, 2 shops, horse barn, hay loft. Great for cattle ranch, equestrian use. $495,000. #284837RARE OPPORTUNITY… no bankw/front bldg site. Almost 1/2 acre. 94’ w/front at Lk McMurray. 5 miles from I-5. $299,500. #408448OWN YOUR BUSINESS… nice Bur-lington location w/2 businesses + apt above. Just 4 yrs old. $359,500. #286418ONE ACRE HOME SITE… Level lot on edge of town w/PUD, water & gas available. Conv septic. Priced to sell. $139,950. #350180GREAT LOCATION… 1/3 acre, beauti-ful views, walking trails & Big Lk w/public access. Rural neighborhood. $69,500. #32056817 ACRES WITH STREAM… private setting w/3 BR home & 30’x40’ shop, year round stream. $239,500. #416160

BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME!… in quiet cul-de-sac. Gorgeous Timborana wood floors. Granite counters, tile accents, wide moldings & trim. $319,500. #261856MV DUPLEX… well maintained on lg corner lot. 2BR, 1 BA, f/place, all appliances stay. Attached garage. $199,950. #391996RARE CRAFTSMAN HOME… cool 3 BR home with a lot of potential for an upstairs remodel for expansion. $149,000. #3832405+ ACRES… & 2 homes 40.5’ x 24.5’ garage/shop. Huge patio, sev-eral outbuildings, beautifully updated. $379,950. #393236DEWEY BEACH WATERFRONT… home, boathouse, 100’ low bank w/front. Newer deck & septic. Well blt home,vaulted wood ceiling. 2 BR, 1.75 BA. $675,000. #271985TAKE YOUR PICK… three 2.5 ac lots, paved access rd., new mobiles OK, well in, conventional perk. Starting at $79,500. #355002

GREAT INVESTMENT… cute 2 BR home in Burlington sitting on 2 duplex building lots. $149,500. #387567GREAT OPPORTUNITY… located east of Burl. Blvd! 2 BR,1449 sq.ft. home + attached 572 sq.ft. shop... $299,500. #103775CAMANO ISLAND.… 2.5 acres near Camano Plaza w/1920 sq. ft. bldg & room to expand. Zoned for light mfg. $335,000. #3912228ALGER AND OLD 99… Corner of high traffic area (Alger Tavern) ram-bler, lots of possibilities. Rural vil-lage Commercial zoning! $179,000. #324553INDUSTRIAL ZONED PROPERTY… on South side of Hwy 20. 1+acre site listed at assessed value. $90,500. #322642COUNTRY CLUB RAMBLER. NEW PRICE!… Kitchen/bath,warm bright colors thru-out, hardwood flrs, gas f/place. Bose sound system. $329,000. #313474

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Did you know?Many times it is to a homeowner’s advantage to

open the drapes and let sunlight shine in. Still, for shift workers, parents of young children who need to nap or just those who have south- or west-facing windows that make rooms overly warm, darkening the room is necessary at certain times of the day. The easiest and most effective way to do so is to purchase blackout curtains. Depending on the brand and quality of the curtains, some of them may block out sunlight entirely while providing additional benefits. While preventing sunlight from entering a room, blackout curtains, which are thicker than traditional curtains, may also be effective at insulating rooms against drafty windows and providing noise reduction.


Rising fuel costs and a suspect economy has forced many homeowners to look for ways to cut costs around the house. Conserving energy is one way to do just that. And in addition to saving money, conserving energy also helps save the planet.

Though preserving energy around the house might sound difficult, it’s actually quite easy, and you don’t have to sacrifice comfort to conserve. The following are a few ways to conserve energy around the house and help your bottom line and the planet at the same time.

• Reduce hot wateR usage. Heating water for the home accounts for a significant percentage of your monthly utility bill. But many homeowners might not know just how simple it can be to reduce the costs of heating the water. You can trim be-tween 3 to 5 percent off your utility bill for every 10 degrees you dial down the thermostat on your water heater. A water heater set in the range of 130 F won’t require as much energy to heat and hold wa-ter as one set around 140 F or above, and a setting of 130 F is enough to prevent bacteria from growing within the tank and still provide water that’s hot enough for a shower or bath.

A water heater set around 130 F might also extend the life of the tank. That’s because chemical

reactions speed up in tanks that are hotter, acceler-ating the buildup of rust within the tank.

• Install a dIgItal theRmostat. A digital ther-mostat makes it easy for homeowners to automati-cally turn down their thermostats during times of the day when no one is home. The thermostats can be programmed to turn up the heat shortly before you typically arrive home, so you won’t be forced to sit in a cold house when you get home, nor will you be forced to pay to heat a home while no one is there. The thermostat can also be set in the summer to allow the temperature in the home to rise with-out automatically triggering the air conditioning.

When shopping for a digital thermostat, be sure to purchase one that is compatible with your HVAC system. Otherwise, the thermostat might not work properly.

• tuRn off the lIghts (and change the bulbs!). Perhaps the simplest way to conserve energy around the house is to turn off the lights in empty rooms. It’s easy for all residents of a home to turn on a light when entering a room, only to leave that room but keep the lights on. But electricity used for lighting can constitute as much as 10 percent of a monthly utility bill. How much of that electricity is being used to illuminate empty rooms? Get in

the habit of turning lights off whenever you leave a room. Though the savings here might not be substantial, turning off the lights will help conserve energy.

In addition to turning off the lights, be sure to use compact fluorescent light bulbs, or CFLs, instead of traditional incandescent bulbs. CFLs con-sume less energy, don’t give off nearly as much heat as incandescent bulbs and can last as long as 10,000 hours, which is roughly 10 times as long as the best incandescent bulb.

• make use of natuRe. Homeowners can also employ their landscape to help conserve energy around the house. A strategically planted tree, for example, can shade a room that is exposed to the sun throughout the day. That shade can make it cooler inside the home, allowing residents to stay cool inside without having to rely too heavily on their air conditioning unit. During the winter months, open the curtains during the day to allow sunshine in, naturally adding a few degrees to the home so you won’t have to crank the temperature on the thermostat.

Homeowners hoping to conserve energy around the house can do so in a number of ways without having to sacrifice comfort or luxury.

How to conserve energy around the house


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ACTIVE CALENDAR OF SOCIAL EVENTS


2518 STONEBRIDGE WAY, MT. VERNON $248,900

•LOADED W/UPGRADES, IN “LIKE BRAND NEW” CONDITION, IMMACULATE! •SPACIOUS (1700+ S.F.) W/OPEN & VAULTED

DESIGN, PRIVATE PATIO •BRAZILLIAN CHERRY FLRS., GAS FPL, 2 HUGE BD., 2 BA., LG. DEN, DOUBLE GARAGE

BY APPOINTMENT, CALL SANDI !

Anita Kohl961-7795

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38182 STATE ROUTE #20, (BIRDSVIEW) CONCRETE $384,500

•PASTORAL 5 ACRES, W/GORGEOUS MTN. VIEWS,LONG DRIVE WAY OFF RD. •3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BA., HIGH CEILINGS, LARGE WINDOWS TO THE VIEW •CUSTOM 2678 S.F. RAMBLER

W/FABULOUS SHOP/BARN & R.V. HOOKUP/DUMP

BY APPOINTMENT, CALL SANDI !

•LIGHT & BRIGHT (NO WOOD PANELLING) W/DRYWALL THROUGHOUT •ARCHED ENTRY DOORWAYS, LARGE DINING

RM. W/ADJ. HUGE LIVING RM. •2 BIG BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, SPACIOUS KITCHEN W/ADJ. FAMILY RM.

1601 FOREST DRIVE, MT. VERNON $248,900

•CLOSE TO SERVICES AND HOSPITAL/MEDICAL, WALK TO GROCERY STORE! •LG. YARD W/CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY, 800 SQ. FT. DETACHED GAR/SHOP •BIG (2358 S.F.) RAMBLER

W/3 BD., 2 BA., HUGE FAM. RM., + DEN/OFFICE

BY APPOINTMENT,CALL SANDI !

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319 EVERGREEN ST., MT. VERNON $219,000

•TRADITIONAL ELEGANCE, UPDATED & SPACIOUS W/FIN. BAS’MT •3 BEDROOMS, 1.75 BATHS, WOOD FLOORS, “CROWN MOULDINGS” •POSSIBLE “IN LAW” APARTMENT

DOWN, CLOSE TO SERVICES

OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. 1-4

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2725 E. FIR ST. #81, MOUNT VERNON $25,000

•BACK OF PARK PRIVACY, UPDATED INTERIOR, HANDICAP ACCESS • 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, NEWER FLOOR

COVERINGS, NEWER GAS FURNACE, MORE! • OPEN DESIGN W/KITCHEN & ADJ. FAMILY RM. W/GAS STOVE.


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2725 E. FIR ST. #91, MT. VERNON $22,500

•UPDATED, UPGRADED INSIDE & OUT! •NEWER ROOF, VINYL WINDOWS, FLOORCOVERINGS, HEAT PUMP + GAS FURNACE

•3 BD., 2 BA., COZY FAMILY RM. W/GAS FPL. , POSS.OWNER CARRYBACK


55+

UNIT #91.

RON B. 425-501-2848

Take control of mold growthMoisture buildup can increase the probability of mold growth. For

homeowners, mold growth can lead to poor indoor air quality and worse.Using a modern insulation material, such as spray foam insulation,

in crawl spaces helps reduce airborne irritants and promotes better indoor air quality.

Properly insulated crawl spaces control moisture and air seal and save on energy bills while improving occupant comfort.

the United states Department of energy suggests homeowners properly insulate the crawl space within their homes to protect from two main problems. Firstly, by maintaining an acceptable temperature within the crawl space during winter, homeowners can avoid cold, uncomfortable floors above. secondly, removing excess humidity in crawl spaces during the warmer summer months can decrease the chances of mold growth or buckling hardwood floors above.

spray foam insulation can help reduce the likelihood of moisture gathering within crawl spaces. left uninsulated, homeowners run the risk of compromising their home’s durability and comfort not to mention possible unexpected repair costs.


Hurricane HitbackHomeowners may see changes in insurance premiums

and mortgage payments in Sandy’s wakeNow that Hurricane Sandy has passed, homeowners across the country are

holding their breath, awaiting the impact that the disaster may have on their homeowner insurance premiums.

Insurance experts are divided on whether homeowners will see changes in their policies. Richard Bunch, president/CEO of the Woodlands Financial Group, a Woodlands, Texas-based insurance agency, expects rates to rise across the nation for several “superstorm”-related reasons.

“Sandy will create new catastrophe modeling that impacts the entire country. With the storm surge, wind and flooding spread across nearly 1,000 miles, the new models will increase exposure further inland,” says Bunch, who predicted that premiums will increase from 10 to 200 percent over several policy renewal cycles.

Bunch predicts that reinsurance companies, which back insurance companies, would increase their rates to the carriers – fees that would be passed onto consumers.

Bill Mills, vice president of SIA Group, an insurance agency with offices in North Carolina, disagrees: “One storm typically does not affect rates as a whole. But policy holders with a specific carrier that is heavy in that geographic area might be hit with changes to their policies and possible rate or deductible increases,” he says.

If rates do increase, Jason B. Wolf, attorney/partner with Koch Parafinczuk and Wolf, a property insurance defense firm in Orlando, Fla., says it may not happen immediately.

“Typically, state regulators need to approve increased rates,” Wolf says. “Most policyholders in the affected areas will probably see their rates increase whenever it is time to renew their policy.”

Meanwhile, relief is available (on a case-by-case basis) to homeowners whose properties were damaged by Sandy and who have Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae-backed mortgage loans. One option is forbearance on mortgage payments up to one year for homeowners living in Freddie Mac-backed homes in zones classified as major disaster areas by President Obama.

Servicers dealing with qualified borrowers can choose to suspend foreclosure and eviction proceedings up to a year and also waive late fees or penalties and postpone the reporting of delinquencies to credit bureaus.

Additionally, Fannie Mae-backed borrowers can be granted forbearance for up to 90 days, after which time additional forbearance may be given based on the degree of hardship. — Erik J. Martin

in the news


REvERSE MORTgAgE pAyBACK

QUESTION: We have a reverse mortgage and would like

to sell our house. the property will likely sell for about $225,000. Combine the $208,000 balance on our reverse mortgage with marketing expenses and closing costs, and it’s likely that we will not get enough to pay off the loan. What can we do?

ANSWER:a reverse mortgage is a loan that allows

people age 62 and older to borrow money against the equity in their homes. there is no monthly cost for principal or interest, however, owners must still pay their property taxes and

insurance. Many people have used reverse mortgages to lower monthly living costs by paying off an existing home loan.

However, reverse mortgages are complex financial creatures. they are negatively amortizing loans, meaning that unpaid monthly interest is added to the debt so the principal balance grows over time. Payment is generally due when the borrower dies or moves, but the lender’s claims are restricted to the sale value of the property.

the borrower’s limited liability is made possible because most reverse mortgages are FHa-insured. If the value of the house is not large enough to repay the debt, then the FHa steps in and covers any balance owed to the lender.

the National Reverse Mortgage lenders association (www.reversemortgage.org) tells us that “with a FHa-insured reverse mortgage,

no matter how large the loan balance, you never have to pay more than the appraised value of the home or the sale price. this feature is referred to as non-recourse. If the loan balance exceeds the appraised value of the home, then the federal government absorbs that loss. the government pays for it with proceeds from its insurance fund, which you as a borrower pay into on a monthly basis.”

For specifics, contact your lender and work through the numbers for a model sale. ask what happens if the sale price is less than the appraised value, and what permissions you may need in advance.

Q&A ASK OUR BROKERBy Peter G. Miller

STAT

20HOLIDAy RUSH

Percentage of buyers who want a new home before the holidays.

source: electronic Realty associates (eRa) survey in august 2012 of 258 participants

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2 Bdrm, 315 W. Woodworth,S-W. $725 + dep. W/Dhookups, no pets/smoking.W/S/G pd. 360-755-1362

Camano Island. Private stu-dio cottage, view, full kitchen,W/D, no smoking/pets. $695.Util. incl. 360-387-5843

1 bdrm, MV, safe & quiet, 1level, near hospital. Corner of16th & Skagit. $690. W/S/Gpd. 360-652-6560

Cute downtown studios,on bus line. Great MVlocation $550-$600.ASK ABOUT OUR

MOVE IN SPECIAL!360-941-6986

Fairhaven Manor 757-2149Norris Place 757-3060

2 & 3 Bdrm Apts. W/S/G pd.Great location, some restric-tion apply. Call or stop in to-day.

2 bdrm, 1 ba, close in Burl.W/D, country setting no pets/smoke. $750+dep. & refs.Very clean. 360-392-8687

2 Bdrm, Burl., elect. heat.Carport. W/S/G pd. Quietarea. $816 mo. + $600 dam-age. No pets. 360-856-6878

1ST MO. FREE! 1, 2 & 3bdrm, MV, near college, on-site laundry, reserved park-ing. W/S/G pd. Qualify today!Move in tomorrow! 428-3887

2 bdrm, 1 ½ ba, MV, 1211 N.9th St. #2, W/S/G pd.,$700/mo. 360-610-3842

WOODLAND APTS1, 2 & 3 Bdrm Apts

2 x 1 ½ Town homesCovered Parking

Complete Appliance PkgsSport Courts / Playgrounds

Pet FriendlyCall Today! 360-856-4803

MV, Eaglemont, 4 Bdrm, 2 ½Ba, 3 car garage, avail. Nov.15, $2,200. 360-941-7188

1 bdrm lakehouse for rent.$1,200/mo Avail Nov. 1.

Call 360-488-6206

Newer 3 Bdrm, 2 Ba, on pri-vate street, garage, applcs.,close to shopping & park,$1400/mo. 360-661-6674

3 BDRM, 2 BA homes avail.in MV. (360)391-3268

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Clearlake studio cottage,P/W/G incl. Tenant to pay forpropane. $600/mo. 1St, last +dep. Approved pets w/add'ldep. Refs req. 360-854-0048

3 bdrm, 2 ba, lake access,$950/mo. South LakeSamish. 360-733-6106

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm 2 BaWD, W/S/G/cable pd.$775/$875. No pets.1827 E. Division MV.

360-961-3899 or360-428-8980

1 - 4 Bdrm Rentals.Piazza Realty Property

Mgmt., Inc. 360-424-RENT(7368) www.prpmrentals.com

2 bdrm, 1 ba, cozy, wellmaintained house for rentinS.W., single car garage, extrastorage, garbage disp., D/W,gas frplc., $895/mo., $850/dep. Call Piazza Realty, Prop-erty Mgmt 360-424-7368

Nice 1 bdrm, Clear Lakeutils. Incl. $650/mo., 1St, last& $200/dep. 360-856-4860

Pleasant Ridge. Architectdesign cottage, great viewday & night, 1 bdrm, office /den, 1 ba, laundry room /pantry, garage, forced air fur-nace, raised garden beds.The Rent Lady, 299-2353

S.W. 2 bdrm, 1 ba, single cargarage, W/D hook-ups, nosmoke/pets. $825/mo. Refs.check. 360-424-9595 or 360-708-8664

2 Bdrm, 1 ½ Ba, gas heat,W/D hook-up, garage, $795.Avail. Nov. 1st. 1000-A Ster-ling St., S.W. 425-773-0573

Well kept 2 bdrm homew/utility rm hookup, fencedback yd, attached single cargarage, on dead end cul desac. $900/mo., 1st, last, $500damage dep. No smoke/pets.12 month lease. Burlington.Call 360-391-8583

RENT TO OWN - Big LakeCute country 2 bdrm, 2 ba,large garden, fruit trees,workshop & more. $1375.www.skagitsolutions.com

360-420-0606

RENT TO OWN3 bdrm, 2 ba, split level,quiet MV neighborhood,great starter home, $1400.www.skagitsolutions.com

360-420-0606

Burl., 1076 Andis Rd., 2Bdrm, 1 Ba, gas heat,garage, W/D, yard, $850 mo.,$500 dep. 360-424-6974

Energy Efficient S.W. 1400+sf. 3 bdrm, 2.5 ba, all applcs,garage, $975. 360-708-0362

RENTALSHouses & Apartments.

See our listings atwww.skagitrentals.comRemax Property Mgmt.

823 N. 4th, Mount Vernon360-424-3198

1 bdrm in Burl. carport, nat-ural gas heat, utility room,$750/mo. W/S pd. $600/damage. No pets. 856-6878

CONCRETE2 bdrm, 2 bth, den, 1758 sqfton 1.2 acre garage w/shop.$1050/month. 1st/last plus400 security dep. NO smok-ing/dogs. 206-963-6776

$400/mo. Ladies 55 yrs orolder. All utilities paid. Clean.Safe. Central location, closeto downtown Sedro-Woolley,bus stop, across from SeniorCenter. Very large home,beautifully furnished. Must beseen to be appreciated. Nopets. 360-770-9449

Downtown apts., Mount Ver-non. Room for rent. All utils.paid. Shared kitchen, TV, liv-ing room, bathroom, laundry.Men only. No pets. $350 +dep. 360-770-9449

Share accessible luxuryhome, 21'x15' master bdrm,huge walkin closet, handicapmaster bath with walkin tub,indoor warm saltwater pool,Clear Lake view. All utils. pdincl. high speed internet & ca-ble, no pets/smoke. Creditcheck. $950. 360-856-6949

MV 4-plex, 608 N. 1st St., 2bdrm, 1 ba, energy efficient,gas heat, porch, off streetparking central laundry, $725/mo. $500/dep. 360-424-6974

MV, 1010 S. 16th St., 2 bdrm,1 ba, near hospital, wood-stove, attached garage, W/D,patio, yard, ground floor.$775/mo. $500/dep. 360-424-6974 Burlington Business Park,

warehouse/office combo,4,060 sq. ft. warehouse,1,066 sq. ft. office, 600 sq. ft.mezzanines, loading dock.Call Al Brown, 360-770-9877

Roommate wanted to sharehome with middle aged wom-an in Anacortes - Skylinearea, furnished or not, $375 +shared util. 360-299-2288

Singlewide, 2 Bdrm, 1969,good condition, 55+ seniorpark, Mount Vernon,$2,000. 206-920-1523

We specialize in sellingManufactured Homes inparks. We also re-locatethem along with site prepa-ration, with financing avail-able up to 20 years old.

Manufactured HousingResource, 360-855-2214

1994 FLEETWOOD28' X 56'

Located 14895 BeaverLake Rd., MV. 3 bdrm, 2ba, $12,000 obo. Mustmove. Call Mike 360-941-3597

RENT TO OWN3 bdrm, 2 ba, split level,quiet neighborhood, greatstarter home, $1400.www.skagitsolutions.com

360-420-0606

Open HouseSunday, Nov. 11th

10AM-2PM

Marvelous home for en-tertaining in "Old Town"Anacortes. Views ofGuemes Channel; Approx.2266 sq. ft., 4 bdrm, 2 ¾baths; Wolf cooktop, Sub-zero refrig, Fine Wood oakcabinets with granite; 4landscaped lots on cornerwith paved alley; Must seeto appreciate. Appoint-ments only. 2102 10thStreet, Anacortes.$639,000 (360) 293-5409 or(360) 770-4334.

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RENT TO OWNCute country 2 bdrm, 2 ba,large garden, fruit trees,workshop & more. $1375.www.skagitsolutions.com

360-420-0606

RENT-TO-OWN thisBRAND NEW certified builtgreen 3 bedrooms 2 bathhome in Sedro-Woolley.Enjoy lower utility bills anda small easily maintainedlandscape. Some of themany green built featuresinclude easy to clean ce-ramic tile and cork flooring,low flow dual flush toiletsand a high efficiency natu-ral gas furnace. For moreinformation visit our web-site at skagitsolutions.com

RANCH RAMBLER27930 Hoehn Road,

Sedro-Woolley32 LEVEL ACRES

$369,000

New price for custom built3 bdrm, 2 ½ ba w/familyroom off kitchen, diningroom overlooks privatebackyard, fresh interiorpaint, oversized 2 cargarage, circular drive.Acreage suitable for farm-ing or livestock, some mar-ketable timber. Possiblelease option to buy.

MLS 202725425-985-9643Terry Smiley

Champions Real Estate

CONCRETE AREAFull acre with 30' X 36'shop and a well built, mod-ern 1999 Skyline mfg.home, 1,300 sq ft. 3 bed-room and 2 bath. Locatedin no flood area. Home fea-tures cement siding, 2" X6" ext. walls w/ vinyl win-dows and a large island inthe kitchen. Shop has 100amp breaker box and woodstove and small office withseparate entrance. Brandnew drill well. All this foronly $114,900, Great inter-est rates available with 31/2% down! (O.A.C.).

Call 425-327-9015 Towne or Country R.E.

Inc.


360.424.0300 or 800.697.4118

www.skagittraditionrealty.com

3780 E. College Way, Mount Vernon

1520 MEADOWLARK LANE, MOUNT VERNON $375,000

4500 SQ. FT. CUSTOM HOME. Beautiful, spacious, striking custom design by Ladies Home Journal architectural editor. Many, many custom built ins; with each room a generous size. Three bedrooms, yet two family rooms, a den; each which could provide additional bedrooms. Two natural gas log fi replaces. Lots of light! One steps out onto expansive decking with beautiful views of the estate. SUBJECT TO BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT. 2+ additional acres available. MLS#347359

Danya Wolf360-708-8294

2905 TIMOTHY PLACE, MOUNT VERNON $145,950

Creative Financing. Just across the street from Bakerview Park. All appliances included. The home boasts brand new carpet and paint in all 3 bedrooms, living, dining and bonus room. Master has a full size bath. The other 2 bedrooms and 2nd bath are located at the opposite end of home from the master. Fenced yard and off-street parking. MLS#362042

Sandy Everett360-202-3706

2600 E DIVISION ST #73, MOUNT VERNON $19,900

3 BDRM single wide Kit manufactured home with lovely cabinets, kitchen appliances; and laminate fl ooring. Beautifully decorated and maintained. Lots of built ins and storage. Carpeted bedrooms. Covered porch & deck. Vinyl windows. Open & bright. Space rent includes sewer, garbage, tv cable, and carport with storage building with electricity and light. 55+ park. MLS#337840


1508 LINDSAY LP #105, MOUNT VERNON $215,000

Beautiful Condo 2 bedrooms plus a den. 2 bath rooms, Granite counter tops, vaulted ceilings, large tile master shower, Great fl oor plan. All on one fl oor with no steps. 2 car garage woth auto opener. Must see this one. MLS#394504 JoAnn Boudreau

360-391-0746

2906 BAKERVIEW PLACE, MOUNT VERNON $124,300

Across street from Bakerview Park. Convenient SKAT and school bus stop on corner of North 30th and Bakerview. Nicely maintained Skyline doublewide manufactured home with vaulted ceilings, lots of light; spacious rooms; island kitchen with a multitude of cabinetry and breakfast bar; separate utility room; generous sized double garage attached. Fenced yard with patio. Currently using Satellite Dish (leased).Security alarm is $39.99 a month (optional). Energy effi cient (reasonable heating bills). MLS#171397


XXX OERTEL DR, BLAINE $399,900

Beautiful low bank 50’ waterfront lot. Spectacular sunsets and views of the Straits of Georgia and White Rock. Great crabbing and clamming. Just the place for your dream home on Semiahmoo Bay. MLS#375264 Suzanne Jenkins

360-941-2983

YEAR ROUND BEAUTY!

14833 MOUNTAIN VIEW LANE, CONCRETE $38,000

If you like beautiful mt. scenery & enjoy outdoor activities, you’ll love 2 lots in Sauk River Estates at gateway to High Cascades near North Cascade Hwy. Great place to relax around the BBQ and view peaceful mtns & close to Sauk Riv. Certifi ed to build in 2003 & water/septic system on property. High water quality. MLS#412710

Richard Dickman360-420-3155

BUILD YOUR DREAM1601 N WAUGH RD, MOUNT VERNON $450,000

Two fourplex tracts for $150,000 ea & one fi ve plex tract for $175,000. Building permit ready for thirteen (13) units. Or, administrative conditional use potential for prof/med offi ces. All utilities; incl off-site, fenced storm retention pond. Enjoy sunsets & Mount Baker view from this level 37,800 SF city tract. MLS#29133170


INCOME POTENTIAL!XXX MOUNTAIN VIEW LANE, ROCKPORT $147,500

PRICE REDUCED. Beautiful, wooded mountainous property located in the gateway to the Cascade Mountains. Two parcels 38.55 (P31040) ac & 3.31 (P31041) ac w/possibility to subdivide into two residential buildable properties. Easy walking distance to scenic Sauk River & adjacent to Sauk River Estates. MLS#341205

Richard Dickman360-420-3155

BUILD YOUR DREAM

9232 COLLINS RD, SEDRO-WOOLLEY $269,850

Awesome location in the country, cute 2 bedroom, one story 1910 farmhouse with 9+ acres and great views all around. Features Vinyl siding, vinyl windows, barn, outbuildings, fruit trees, garden space and RV parking. MLS#408349

Brett Tacker 360-840-7931

2548 MACKENZIE RD, GOOSEBERRY POINT $205,000

Beautiful 4 BDRM home with saltwater view & beach access. Large fenced backyard w/brick patio, hot tub, fi re pit, 9 fruit trees, raspberries, strawberries, garden area & large evergreens. Master bedroom w/retreat & deck that overlooks scenic Hale’s passage. MLS#412892

Suzanne Jenkins360-941-2983

Seller pays $5,000 for new carpeting!Spacious slate entry; step down into living room with large window views of treed, cyclone fenced yard with generous sized decking, formal dining room, kitchen with lots of cabinets, generous sized laundry/sewing room. MLS#362070


1812 WINDSOR DR,MOUNT VERNON $215,000

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY NOVEMBER 18, 1 - 4PM


502 SHADY LANE, MOUNT VERNON $205,000

Stonebridge 55+ community. Quiet, dead-end w/ gated access to walking trail. Vaulted ceilings, gas fi replace & sliding door to covered patio. Kitchen has walk-in pantry; master has spacious walk-in closet. Utility room w/ nice cabinets & large sink. Garage features cabinet storage & tool bench. MLS#421739

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 18, 1 - 4PM

2411 GRANDVIEW RD. SP#16, FERNDALE $4,500

2 Bdrm mobile in Fairfi eld Mobile Court; 95% effi cient newer gas f/a furnace, new gas water heater. Nice yard. MLS#421578 Suzanne Jenkins

360-941-2983

NEW LISTING

MEET THE TEAM!Jessie Cavazos……360-770-5623

Hablo EspanolSuzanne Jenkins…360-941-2983Brett Tacker…… 360-840-7931Sandy Everett……360-202-3706JoAnn Boudreau…360-391-0746Richard Dickman…360-420-3155Jewell Gibbs…… 360-540-2257Linda Dietrick……360-840-6771Donna Kurras……360-770-7596Chris Miller………360-333-1868Russ Lanker………360-708-1117Danya Wolf………360-708-8294

Designated Broker

WHO WE ARE…Skagit Tradition Realty, a family owned and operated real estate fi rm, has been serving the Skagit, Whatcom and Snohomish counties for more than 70 years. We are a full service real estate offi ce highly profi cient in a variety of fi elds, which include residential, commercial, property management, international transactions, fi rst time home buyers and other real estate investments.

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