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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
- 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
- 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 29, 2021
- 1 min
Little Town Cottage - Oak Harbor
Located in the heart of Oak Harbor – at 851 SE Pioneer Way – resides a store full of charm and pleasant scents. Little Town Cottage is a...
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Simona
- Mar 29, 2021
- 1 min
A Touch Of Dutch - Coupeville
Hello Friends! If you are a sweet tooth enthusiast for unique and imported goodies, make sure to not miss out this little gem in the...
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Simona
- Mar 29, 2021
- 2 min
Septic System Care
A septic system is a delicate biological machine. It functions because of the actions of bacteria and properties of the soil. If not...
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Simona
- Mar 29, 2021
- 1 min
Seabolt's Smokehouse Restaurant - Oak Harbor
Located in the heart of Oak Harbor, Seabolt’s Smokehouse is a family owned business in operation since 1978. Seabolt’s Smokehouse...
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Simona
- Mar 26, 2021
- 1 min
Bayleaf on Whidbey - Coupeville
Does food make you happy? It sure brings a big smile to my face and one of my favorite go-to places here in Whidbey Island is Bayleaf on...
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Simona
- Mar 26, 2021
- 1 min
National Pie Day - Whidbey Pie
Did you know that the first pie recipe was published during the Roman Empire? Earlier pies were mainly meat pies and later on, during the...
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Simona
- Mar 26, 2021
- 1 min
Whidbey Beer Works - Oak Harbor
Did you know that the town of Oak Harbor has its specialty beer store? Well, if you didn’t, you should check out Whidbey Beer Works!...
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Simona
- Mar 26, 2021
- 1 min
Prepare your home for Winter
With winter fast approaching, I chose this lovely day to interview one of my trusted home inspectors, Rick Bunzel from Pacific Crest...
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