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Ferndale homes come in every size, age, and style, and the variety of houses fit perfectly into the friendly, century-old town. Ferndale boasts a rich history and a developing economy that provides thousands of jobs, good schools, and some of the finest living in the region.
As the town's population grows and farming becomes more efficient, more land has been converted to residential neighborhoods. Thus, neighborhoods constructed in the past few years account for a significant percentage of Ferndale homes. Most of these developments consist of quiet, tree-lined streets and sturdily constructed single-family houses. Unlike new neighborhoods in many other towns, these Ferndale homes typically maintain unique styles and spacious yards.
Most Ferndale homes are built bigger and come with larger yards than those found in other Whatcom County cities. Gardeners, horse lovers, and backyard-baseball-players delight in the open space accompanying a majority of Ferndale homes. Some of the newer Ferndale homes are built on smaller lots due to recent regulations, but even those are typically within walking or short driving distance to public parks or schools.
Ferndale homes happen to be some of the most affordable in the region, too. Comparable homes in surrounding cities - Bellingham in particular - are typically tens to hundreds of thousands dollars more, and they often sacrifice the close-nit neighborhood feel. As the county continues to grow, Ferndale homes are likely to become more expensive, but they are currently some of the best bargains north of Seattle.
Some of the most popular Ferndale homes are constructed just north of beautiful Hovander Park. These homes were built anywhere from the late 1960's today, offering a variety of styles and prices to choose from. This neighborhood is largely dominated by growing families. The quiet cul-de-sacs are perfect for children, and commuters love the quick drive to (and on) I-5.
Other Ferndale homes are built well outside of developed neighborhoods. These houses often boast gorgeous mountain views, acres of land, and desirable rural tranquility. While these Ferndale homes may feel miles away from civilization, they are actually only a few minutes from grocery stores, schools, and bustling commercial areas.
Whether you are looking for an enormous house with the most modern technology or a classic, 2-bedroom rambler, you can find a Ferndale home with everything you need. To learn more about Ferndale homes or to search for Ferndale Real Estate, contact Whatcom County's very own Home4Investment team.
Downtown Bellingham has something for everyone. Whether you are looking for gourmet food, live music, or just a relaxing afternoon on the waterfront, downtown Bellingham has what you need.
Unlike the downtown areas in other cities, you can find safe and comfortable housing throughout the neighborhood. Condominiums are particularly popular. Purchasing a condominium in downtown Bellingham is not only a wise investment; it also guarantees you a wonderful quality of life. A few high-rises will be built downtown soon, helping Bellingham avoid sprawl and keep the wilderness wild. This means more opportunities for you to live in close proximity to all that downtown Bellingham has to offer.
Downtown Bellingham is paradise for the food-lover. It boasts some of the finest, most elegant dining north of Seattle. At Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant, for example, you can experience their rich Linguine bella Gina or a perfectly cooked New York Steak. If you are in the mood for a quick breakfast on your walk to work, you can grab a bagel at The Bagelry and a hazelnut latte at The Blackdrop Coffeehouse. With options of wood fire pizza at La Fiamma, potato burritos as Casa Que Pasa, California rolls at Wasabee Sushi, and dozens of other restaurants, your taste buds will never be bored.
Day and night, downtown Bellingham can keep you entertained. You can spend those mellow afternoons perusing the thousands of used books at Michael's or Henderson Books. To soak in the beauty of Bellingham Bay, kick back at Zuanich Park, or people-watch all day across the nearby Maritime Heritage Park. The Wild Buffalo and The Nightlight host live music several times a week, while the open mic nights at Fantasia Coffee House bring in poets from far and wide. You can keep up on the most important independent films at the Pickford Theater, or educate yourself at the American Museum of Radio.
Downtown Bellingham is not all "play," though. Businesses of every sort make their home here. Law firms, banks, and newspapers accompany the city and district offices, courthouses, and the popular Bellingham Public Library. While some choose to commute to downtown Bellingham live here or in nearby neighborhoods and simply walk to work.
One could easily work, sleep, and play all in downtown Bellingham. To learn more about Bellingham WA Real Estate what this area has to offer, contact Ben Kinney and the Home4Investment group.
Western Washington's most powerful real estate team. Serving from Bellingham all the way to Chehalis. Residential and commercial buyer specialist and aggressive marketing for hard to sell properties
Ben Kinney founded the Home4Investment real estate team in Bellingham, Washington after finding success in marketing homes and helping buyers with his extensive knowledge of computers, websites, and aggressive search engine strategies. Now the Home4Investment real estate team works from the Canadian border all the way to Chehalis, Washington.
"Our team in one of the most aggressive marketing companies in western Washington and is working on being the most successfull real estate team in the state of Washington. The team is made up of buyer's agents, listing specialists, investment coordinators, commercial experts, and a large admin and IT staff. Three years ago I knew that the future of real estate was going to be ran by real estate teams and technology and now finally the future of real estate is here."
Your Bellingham Realtors
Ben Kinney and the Home4Investment Real Estate Team
Please don't hesistate to call or email us. We are available to show homes seven days a week!
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- Ben Kinney, Team Owner
While conventional wisdom tells us the three most important words in real estate are "location, location, location", there are, in fact, countless other factors, challenges, and decisions, involved in both buying and selling a home. Ben Kinney and the Home4Investment Team are exactly as the name suggests: a team of Bellingham Realtors, each with specialized talents in specific fields, and all dedicated to helping you meet the challenges and make the right decision for you and your family.
Bellingham Real Estate Specialists
The beauty of working with Ben Kinney and the Home4Investment Team is that, instead of relying on one person to handle several different tasks and responsibilities, you have the luxury of several real estate professionals focusing their unique talents on one project: helping you navigate the Bellingham real estate market. These Bellingham realty specialists include listing agents, buyers agents, a real estate investment specialist, and a commercial real estate specialist. The Home4Investment Office Manager is a licensed real estate agent and oversees an office staff consisting of a transaction coordinator, marketing manager, lead coordinator and full time web staff.
Ben Kinney
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Jillene Snell
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J.D. Merris
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Jennifer Moldver
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Anna Biondolillo
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Natalie Jude
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Nick Snow
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Allyson Wardlow
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Jack Mumford
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Regina Clemenson
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Tyrone Bafaro
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Christie Fisher
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David Bilbrey
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Kathryn Gilbert
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Abel Bazan
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Michaelle Crovisier
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Elena Micheva
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Home4Investment Real Estate Team is located @ Keller Williams Western Realty - 3800 Byron Ave Suite 148 Bellingham WA 98229
Our team is trained and divided into seperate divisions so that all your real estate needs can be met, for example;
Selling a home in Whatcom County
For Sellers we are the number one choice in Western Washington if you want your home aggressively marketed.
The Bellingham real estate market has rarely seen a more exciting time - nor a more competitive one - than right now. A combination of factors - increased demand for retirement properties, families and young professionals moving away from the big cities - have contributed to the rediscovery of a number of America's mid-sized cities. Bellingham is no exception, and although the market here is healthy, new properties and developments continue to appear, making the market a competitive one for sellers.
In such a climate, a good Realtor is a great resource. Ben Kinney's Home4Investment Team is far more than a good Realtor - in fact, it's more than a team of good Realtors. The Home4Investment Team is a group of individuals each specializing in one specific field of real estate. With Buyer's Agents, Listing Agents, Lead Coordinators, Commercial & Investment Specialists, a marketing team and a full time web staff all focusing their unique talents on the sale of your property, you will have the edge on the competition.
Buying a home in Whatcom County
Information for Buyers
Bellingham is one of the Pacific Northwest's premier real estate markets, and searching for a home here is exciting no matter what your price range. To help get you started, we've developed a free home search with a variety of ways to narrow down the choices and find the properties which suit your needs best.
However, browsing the listings is just the first step. Before you start to make offers, you need to know the investment potential of each property of interest. Getting this information can be difficult without the right experience in your real estate market, and many homes for sale are never listed publicly. Ben Kinney's Home4Investment Team has that experience: our Buyer's Agents and Investment Specialists are trained in, and focus specifically on just these projects - keep reading to find out more!
Working With a Bellingham Realtor
New homes for sale are added to the market daily in Bellingham and all over the Whatcom and Skagit County area. As your Buyer's Agency, we'll make sure you see all the newest listings, whether or not they're widely available. In daily conversations with sellers and agents throughout the area we find the best property deals, and pass them on directly to you. Many of our clients can put in offers with little or no competition and walk away with an impressive deal on the property of their choice. Your agent will also work hard to ensure you only see properties that meet your needs and investment preferences, so you don't spend time on listings that aren't of interest. As you narrow down the choices, we'll provide you with important information about the home, its neighborhood, zoning issues, utilities, and nearby plans for development.
Often the real work begins during the negotiation process, and as your professional realty team we'll represent you in talks with the seller. To ensure you get the best deal possible, we'll attend property inspections, oversee all agreed-upon repair work, and handle all paperwork related to the sale. Our seamless service package also includes help with financing, with us working directly with a broker to help set up your investment.
Ben Kinney and the Home4Investment Team can help you save time, and add professional assurance to every step of your home purchase. Our agents will take the time to show you around properties seven days, and evenings, a week. And, it does not cost buyers anything to work with one of our agents, as the fee is absorbed by the seller. The decision to work with Ben Kinney and the Home4Investment Team makes it more likely you'll find a solid investment, and be more wealthy when it's time to sell.
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Whatcom County Real Estate
Although the name sounds more like part of the English countryside, the word 'Whatcom' actually has its roots in a Nooksack word, which roughly translates as "noisy water". Fear not, however, as the "noise" in question is the sound of the rushing Nooksack River as it meanders lazily throughout Whatcom County. A good portion of Whatcom County real estate is devoted to dairy and berry farming, in fact, almost 75% of America's raspberries are grown here.
Whatcom County's abundance of lush farmland and forests, bordered by the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, features the best of many worlds. Whatcom County real estate offers a rare diversity: oceanfront properties in Birch Bay, a hobby farm in Lynden, a log home on the lake in Bellingham, a family home in Ferndale close to a summer cabin on one of the gorgeous San Juan Islands. To believe it, you must see what Whatcom County real estate has to offer.
Skagit County Real Estate
Named for the Skagit First Nation and located in the northwest corner of Washington State, Skagit County's towns and cities sprang up along the banks of the Skagit River. With a combination of mid-sized cities like Mount Vernon and Anacortes balanced by smaller, even rural towns like Burlington and Sedro Woolley, Skagit County's real estate market boasts diversity, from cozy, affordable properties for first-time home buyers; to modern, well situated homes for families and retired couples, to spectacular waterfront properties in the $1 - 2 million range. A variety of architectural styles, picturesque locations, and friendly communities awaits you in Skagit County.
Investing in Real Estate
Almost like beanie babies and ebay investing in real estate has been a huge fad that few years. Experienced and novice investors have taken large risk. Many of which are in financial trouble right not. Builders, Developers, and Investors all have properties in whatcom and Skagit Counties going into foreclosure.
In a buyers market you need more research done before investing. My recommendations are to only work with experts who actually invest themselves. Find properties with dual exit strategies. Profit margins greater than 40% are needed now and we are just the right team to find them for you.
Some examples of investments we have worked on this year for clients:
Out of area properties with large cap rates both in the state of Washington and in more lucrative areas across the US.
Large commercial projects - including businesses for sale, leaseable buildings, commercial land
Long and Short Plat opportunities for small and large subdivisions.
Condominium Conversions of multifamily properties starting at duplex's and buildings over 150 units
Rental properties that cash flow of break even.
Foreclosure and short sale properties with large profit margins
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