Bob Boyington

When listing your home in Whatcom Countyone should research and obtain a listing agent in which goes beyond just listing in the Multiple Listing Service. The old school of thought in listing a home and putting a sign in the front yard and or an ad in the newspaper is outdated and a lot less effective thana heavy internet presence penetrating local, national and international interests. Newspapers are fading into history. One possible influence of a open house ad is that it is directed to the local audience and may pull some lookers. The statistic today for home shoppers is that 90% of them look online and shop for a home prior to contacting a buyers agent. That in itself is huge. A listing agentmust ring as many bells as possible (effective bells) when marketing a clients home. The more bells being rang computes directly to a wide range of penetration to hopefully expose as may buyers as possible. Whatcom county has a well educated median of populous that on the average falls well into the online catagory. The internet has truly become a tool (changing so fast is a continuam) that requires a commitment on the Real Estate Agent"s part for a continued education just to attempt to stay abreast of the applicable changes.

Samish River fishing can be frustrating as well as rewarding. This river has a respectable Steelhead run as well as a run of sea run cutthroat trout. The regulations on the Samish River are vague at best. The main stumper is the regulation eluding to the Hickson bridge. That is midway between interstate 5 and hwy 9. Be very careful about the rules as this area is checked often for violators. Samish River Park is located on hwy 9 between Cook Rd. exit and Bow Hill exit. Very convenient to Burlington and or Bellingham. Homes in that park range in the low $200s and up. The Samish River gently flows on the north side of the neighborhood. There is a home for sale there that is worth looking at if it fits the need. Nice and very well kept with a nice yard and modern features. Look on my website for all the particulars. Nice place and priced at $239,900.00. Should qualify for FHA and first time home buyers tax credit ($8000) from the Federal Govt.. On a FHA that could make the down payment. A great opportunity. If interested just call me at 360-393-9484 and I would be happy to show it to you. A little bit of Samish River fishing makes life a little sweeter when it's so close.

Bow hill, what an area. Predominately a upscale rural area with Puget Sound at you doorstep. At the base of Blanchard mountain and overlooking the sound this area has truly a future of location and quality of life. Abounds with wildlife: Bow Hill real estate has a great future. The location of halfway between Bellingham and Burlington (15 minutes each way)gives you all the needed amenities just minutes away north or south. Also halfway between Seattle and Vancouver BC near Alger Bow Hill located in the Cascade Mountains at the only location on the west coast where the Cascades touch the salt water. A wildlife ecosystem that is so intense that it would be very difficult to find anything comparable along Interstate 5 in Washington state. Bow Hill real estate still shows a solid value base. People like living here with all the outdoor recreation available. Seven local lakes, Blanchard Mountain along with Anderson and Galbraith Mountains a hikers paradise awaits. Come and see. If your shopping for a convenient area to live and work then check it out.

Whenever you purchase another home or just for your present home's maintenance you may need to have your dryer vent cleaned. If the vent tube has any kind of a crook in it: it may clog up with lint which can result in over time a house fire. Most people do not take this serious enough. My friend that lives in Bellingham performs dryer vent cleaning. His company's name is "Trusty Dryer Vent Cleaning". For a nominal fee he will come to your home (this is particularly applicable in apartment complexes, condominium complexes or any form of multi family properties)and perform with the utmost in professionalism and courtesy. A person I have known for many years and sold several homes for and to him and his family, he is a person that is easy to do business with. Rest assured he will do a great job and you can sleep better knowing that you do not have to worry about a clogged dryer vent. Equipped with the latest in technology and equipment he is ready to take care of your system.Butch Findley is his name and the best way to contact him is his cell at 360-201-7866.

Glenhaven living to many people is undiscovered well rounded community. With it's amenities such as a pool, clubhouse, tennis court, two lakes (one private and one public), private water system, and a active board in which runs the big picture. Glenhaven is a neighborhood in which your family can enjoy year around. Glenhaven is located about 20minutes from Bellingham and Burlington. Commute time is minimal and you are only 4 miles from Interstate 5. Located near the south end of Lake Whatcom a public boat launch is only 2 miles away. All the recreation so available at Glenhaven, it is no dought a quality type of lifestyle that most areas do not have. Located about half way between Seattle and Vancouver BC and with Bellingham and Burlington so close this by all means defines Glenhaven as very convenient and affordable. In a valley bordered by mountains on the east and west and Lake Whatcom just to the north in the Cascades near the only place on the west coast where the Cascades touch the salt water the ecosystem of wildlife here is so intense that the natural wonders abound daily. My wife an I live in the same valley and during our residence we have seen cougar, bear, dear, just to name a few species that abound. Yes, Glenhaven near Alger Washington is a place to consider when locating to either Whatcom or Skagit counties. I am a Realtor with Keller Williams Realtor in based in Bellingham and a always available to review the housing possibilities with you. With me helping you, you are working with a local that has lived over 20 years in the Glenhaven area. Glenhaven living at its best!