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Buying Market Insights: October 2024 October 2024 Market Insights October 2024: Our local real estate market is showing signs of balance. The average home price has increased by 12% from last year. However, prices have remained relatively stable in recent months, averaging around $800,000. Homes take about 36 days to sell on average. Sales prices vary, with some listings selling […]
Community Building Trust Through Community Involvement Building Trust Through Community Involvement The Value of Volunteering for Agents at the Camano Community Center Chamber Chili & Chowder Cook-Off For any real estate agent, the foundation of success is not just built on transactions but on trust, connection, and a deep understanding of the community you serve. Volunteering is one of the most […]
Buying Market Insights: September 2024 September 2024 Market Insights September 2024: The latest NWMLS data shows home sellers in Western Washington are adjusting expectations, with list prices down from peak levels in all but one market. As a result, sale price growth is also slowing, although prices remain up year-over-year. The Federal Reserve’s decision to lower interest rates in September […]
Community SCCAR Food Drive SCCAR Food Drive: How You Can Make a Difference This October Windermere / CIR is excited to announce our participation in the Snohomish County-Camano Association of REALTORS® (SCCAR) annual food drive, happening from October 1st to 31st, and we need your support! Every donation benefits the Stanwood-Camano Food Bank, directly helping families in our community. […]
Community Camano Island: Best Local Parks for Kids Camano Island: Best Local Parks for Kids Camano Island is full of wonderful parks and trails to explore. This island has something for everyone to enjoy. My family and I love going on local adventures, whether hiking, biking, boating, having a beach day, or visiting local playgrounds. There are endless ways to make lasting memories […]
Buying Market Insights: August 2024 August 2024 Market Insights August 2024:  Mortgage rates have begun to moderate, dropping to 6.35% for 30-year terms at the end of August, down from this year’s high of 7.52% at the end of April. The market is shifting toward a more balanced market, with increased supply coming onto the market. The number of homes […]
Community Camano Island vs. Whidbey Island: A Comparison Camano Island vs. Whidbey Island: A Comparison Camano Island is a stunning location with convenient access to the I-5 corridor. Just 45 minutes from Seattle and 90 minutes from Canada, it’s perfect for enjoying a night out, whether for dining, entertainment, theater, sports, shopping, or sightseeing. The island is connected to the mainland by a land […]
Buying Market Insights: July 2024 July 2024 Market Insights July 2024:  The continued incremental decline in interest rates and increase in available listings for sale have continued to fuel market activity. Economists are indicating a further decline in interest rates driven by the Federal Reserve in September and into 2025, which could further stimulate the market. The market did experience […]
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Community Utsalady Ladies Aid “Preserving the Past for the Future” Utsalady Ladies Aid “Preserving the Past for the Future” Nestled near the shores of Utsalady Bay sits the Utsalady Ladies Aid Building. We celebrate 100 years of the beautiful little “white house” on Camano Island. Established in 1908 for the women of the community, it was a place to teach Christian education to the children, […]
Buying Market Insights: June 2024 June 2024 Market Insights June 2024: Active listings have shown consistent month-over-month increases, with pending and sold transactions following typical seasonal trends. Over the last two months, there has been a notable influx of new listings, resulting in a significant rise in market inventory compared to previous periods. This abundance of options is especially beneficial […]
Buying Market Insights: May 2024 May 2024 Market Insights May 2024: The recent increase in listings, the highest in over 1.5 years, is a positive sign for the real estate market, particularly during the spring selling season. This influx has pushed active inventory into the triple digits. Additionally, the market has seen the most sold listings since last August, further […]
Buying First-Time Home Buyers First-Time Home Buyers! As beauty is in the eye of the beholder, the idea of the American Dream differs from person to person. However, in a recent Bankrate study, participants were asked which accomplishments best embodied the American Dream. According to the results, owning a home continues to rank highest for many Americans today (see […]
Buying Market Insights: April 2024 April 2024 Market Insights April 2024: “Although home sales are at a 30-year low as buyers face higher borrowing costs and stubbornly low inventory, housing options on the market are beginning to increase.” according to Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist.  That is clearly evident in our markets as inventories climb above 100 properties for the […]
Community Maximize Your PNW Waterfront Property for Summer Fun! Maximize Your PNW Waterfront Property for Summer Fun! In the Pacific Northwest we eagerly anticipate those coveted summer months when our region transforms into one of the most stunning places on the planet!  To maximize summer fun, consider some essential preparation, to make sure you are ready to fully enjoy the season.   Prep your […]
Buying Market Insights: March 2024 March 2024 Market Insights March 2024:  We are starting to see an up-tick of activity in the market, with more new properties being listed than we’ve seen since last spring.  While we are still in a seller’s market, we are seeing more activity than at the same time last year.  Pending sales in the month […]
Community Spring is Here … FINALLY! Spring is here … FINALLY! This is the most exciting day on the calendar for gardeners. Ready, set…let’s dig in the dirt. Spring is the time to get your hands back in the dirt and amend your gardens to ensure those seeds and plants have a perfect place to thrive and grow. You should see […]
Buying Market Insights: February 2024 February 2024 Market Insights February 2024:  Our Stanwood and Camano Island markets have remained slow over the past few months, which aligns with the typical seasonal patterns following the holiday season and winter weather. Interest rates continue to hover around 7%, which slows sellers’ willingness to give up their low mortgage rates and reduces buyers’ […]
Buying Market Insights: January 2024 January 2024 Market Insights January 2024: Available inventory in our markets continues to decline due to typical seasonal patterns. Limited new listings are fueled by seller reluctance due to interest rates. They feel trapped with their low interest mortgages, limiting their ability to purchase the home that they want to purchase after they sell. Buyers […]
Community Adopt a Road, Adopt a Way of Life Adopt a Road, Adopt a Way of Life I was raised to never throw litter out the window of a moving car.  The consequence would be that my Dad or Mom would slam on the breaks of our wood-paneled station wagon “Bessie”, and we would have to jump out and retrieve whatever we were too […]
Community The 2024 Northwest Glass Quest The 2024 Northwest Glass Quest Written by Olivia Hanstad The Northwest Glass Quest is an annual event that takes place in the Stanwood and Camano Island area put on by the Camano Island Chamber of Commerce. What makes this event so special is its fusion of art and adventure, inviting participants on a treasure hunt […]