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Jensen's Ferndale Floral hosting a Scandinavian open house 12-5-09

12-01-09

Katharine Carey, Agent Carey- Realtor®: Real Estate Agent in Bellingham, WA

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As I was passing through the town of Ferndale I thought I would stop in to Jensen's Ferndale Floral and check out what was available for a friend for a party..

I walked in and was surprised to find such a huge selection of flowers candles and gifts… and so much more! If you are looking for those little stuffed animals that interact on the computer called Webkinz they have them along with many other stuffed creatures.

webkinz and more!

Also what stood before me was a wonderfully decorated tree. Beautiful ornaments hanging there looking all sparkly and wonderful.

I wandered around the store to find just about everything imaginable.. Different areas gave way to treasures everywhere. As I was taking another look around I grabbed an Advent calendar for my girls.. Every year I find one that opens a new window for each day until Christmas with a little piece of chocolate hidden inside. Even though they are older now, it is a tradition..My daughter came in to see what was taking me so long and her eyes lit up. Along with this I discovered a special area dedicated to my heritage and depending on which side you are on it is either all Swede or Norwegian. There is a wonderful selection of foods like lingonberry sauce, ginger snaps and pickled herring.

I was so excited to see all of this and more…a dog dish! Wuff Da. Priceless.

You would have to have been raised around a bunch of Scandinavians to understand. Uff da!

Assorted Scandinavian Foods etc.

I also discovered that they are hosting a Scandinvian Open house this coming weekend on November 5^th 2009.

And good sources tell me that someone is making homemade Lefsa. Best around they say... I heard some other stories as well but they are best told in person.

So if your in Ferndale stop by for a little Scandinavian flair and take a look around. I am sure you will find something fantastic for someone on your list.

Katharine Carey

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Ferndale Chamber volunteers put the town into the holiday spirit

11-30-09

Katharine Carey, Agent Carey- Realtor®

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Ferndale Chamber of Commerce volunteers worked early saturday morning to get the Holiday Street lights up and ready for the Season. The weather may have been damp and dreary but the spirit is now shining!

Street lights for the holidays Close up of street lights in Ferndale

Driving down main street Ferndale at different times of the year you will find the streets lined with either beautiful baskets from Van Wingerden Nursery in the Spring and Summer or our National Flag lining the streets for 4th of July and Veterans Days.

. Veteran's Day flag lined streets It is this community spirit that brings people to Ferndale.

The next big event is the Christmas tree lighting ceremony on November 4^th at 5pm. I drove by the tree being uprighted on Saturday at the Centennial River Walk. They really found a beautiful tree this year! Hope to see you there.

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Ferndale Real Estate Market Report for October, 2009

11-28-09

Michael Eisenberg, Bellingham Realtor

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There are currently 212 homes for sale.

Homes are priced from $100,000 - $1,500,000
Average Asking Price is $380,597 Days on Market are 140 days
Median Asking Price is $314,350 Days on Market are 108 days
Homes sold in October: 24
Average Listing Price $265,483
Average Sold Price $259,558 Days on the Market 87
Median Listing Price $246,750
Median Sold Price $250,194 Days on Market 67
Homes Pending this week: 5 Total Homes Pending: 49

Average Sales Price October 2008: $342,675
Median Sales Price October 2008: $319,950
Sold in October 2008: 14

The Average Sales price is down 24.3% compared to October 08 and down 2.8% compared to last month, September 09.

The Median Sales prices is down 21.8% compared to October 08 and down 6.9% compared to last month, September 09.

The number of sales is down up by 10 compared to October 08 and is equal to last month, September 09.

Great news the First Time Home Buyer's Tax Credit of $8,000 available to anyone who hasn't owned a home in the past 3 years has been extended until April 2010. The new program will also expand the tax credit to include existing home owners who have owned a home for at least five of the last 8 years will be able to apply for tax credits of up to $6,500 when they purchase their next home.

You might want to talk to your banker to see what you can afford. Meanwhile interest rates are still extremely low and there are some great values in the Bellingham market right now. You might want to take a look at what it would cost you to purchase one of these homes at today's rates. You might be surprised at what your monthly payments would be, maybe less than your paying for rent right now if you are renting a comparable sized house.

If you have any questions or want to see any Bellingham Property feel free to email me at or give me a call at 360-739-6981

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Ferndale Market Statistics - New Construction

11-18-09

Tara Camp

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Ferndale New Construction Residential Market Statistics for October '09

Although the number of new construction homes decreased in Ferndale in 09' the prices have declined over 12% and the number of days on market has increased dramatically. Closed sales are down over 40%, which could also impact future prices.

Tara is a full time real estate consultant in Whatcom & Skagit Counties. As a marketing specialist she helps clients sell quicker with strategic pricing and aggressive marketing. Buyers, gain a better return on your money by buying right in this market. Tara can help you analyze properties based on your goals and exit strategy. She specializes in bank owned homes & short sales, and is familiar with the nuances of these transactions. Whatever you need/goals in todays market, find a good agent to help, educate, & empower you.

Learn more about the 1st time Home buyers tax credit extension & expansion for current
home owners(1st time doesn't really mean 1st time)

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