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- May 27
- 2 min
Rising Mortgage Rates
Whether you are thinking about buying or planning to sell, you must understand the role mortgage rates play on buyers' purchasing power,...
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Simona
- May 2
- 2 min
Celebrating MOM on Whidbey Island
Mothers Day is just around the corner. Are you ready to celebrate mom the way she should be? Keep reading for our guide to celebrating...
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Simona
- Apr 5
- 3 min
Avoid These 9 Tax Filing Errors
Some people stay organized all year long and file their taxes as early as possible while others will wait till the very last minute. Some...
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Simona
- Apr 1
- 3 min
Best ways to increase curb appeal for under $100 this spring
Even in the hottest seller’s market, Whidbey Island has ever seen it’s obvious that curb appeal is still fetching top dollar. Now more...
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Simona
- Mar 1
- 3 min
We are NOT in a Housing Bubble
Homebuyers are beginning to believe we are heading into a housing bubble. It is easy to acknowledge this premonition, as year-after-year...
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Simona
- Jan 31
- 1 min
Frida's, A Beautiful Mess
Located in the heart of Oak Harbor on Pioneer way, we have what was recently voted "Best craft/Hobby store" by Best of Whidbey. If you...
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Simona
- Jan 28
- 3 min
What can you do today to be a homeowner tomorrow?
As the gap between the cost of rent and the cost of a mortgage continues to close, we see an increasing number of renters interested in...
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Simona
- Dec 29, 2021
- 2 min
Why having a 20% down payment will be a great benefit for you
When it comes to getting preapproved with a mortgage lender, you will find out that there are plenty of options out there and you don't...
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Simona
- Dec 1, 2021
- 2 min
Christmas Shopping in Whidbey Island
Does anyone else feel overwhelmed by the Christmas shopping? Shopping can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be. You can start shopping...
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Simona
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Bird Watching in Whidbey Island
Lying between the Olympic Peninsula and the I-5 corridor of Western Washington, Whidbey Island is home to beautiful beaches, parks, and...
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Simona
- Nov 1, 2021
- 1 min
The Hive Salon Co. - Oak Harbor
In a world still dictated by the Coronavirus pandemic, we are very lucky to still be able to enjoy our local businesses and their...
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Simona
- Sep 29, 2021
- 2 min
Purchasing Vacant Land
Ahh, the lovely earthy scent produced by the rain or the morning dew, the buzzing of the bees, and the many shades of green enchanting...
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Simona
- Sep 1, 2021
- 1 min
Three Sisters Market - Coupeville
Three Sisters Market has been servicing the island since 2003 and it has the best selection of products from local businesses all around...
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Simona
- Jun 4, 2021
- 1 min
Whidbey Farm & Market - Oak Harbor
Do you like to support local businesses and purchase island-grown produce? If YES is the answer, you will certainly enjoy visiting...
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Simona
- May 11, 2021
- 1 min
Popsies - Oak Harbor
Whether you are a local or a visitor, you have to check this local business out! Located in the heart of downtown Oak Harbor, Popsies is...
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Simona
- Mar 30, 2021
- 1 min
PNW Vibes - Oak Harbor
Hello Friends! What a beautiful place we live in! And what a great way to showcase its beauty in local and unique articles that you can...
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Simona
- Mar 30, 2021
- 2 min
Woof - Who let the dogs out?
Hello friends, walking your dog regularly provides a basic foundation for mental and physical health. Leaving these lovely creatures for...
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Simona
- Mar 30, 2021
- 2 min
Kingfisher Bookstore - Coupeville
Hello Friends! I don’t know about you, but I love gifting people books. Books make great gifts and are sometimes overlooked, especially...
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Simona
- Mar 30, 2021
- 2 min
Langley - Whidbey Island Getaway
Hello Friends! As many of you know, I live in Oak Harbor, but I regularly drive throughout the island both for work and pleasure. This...
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