March Newsletter

Are you ready to spring into the market yet? If so, there’s no time like the present! Days are getting longer and it seems like everyone is ready to shake off the winter. The market is starting to pick up and as buyers begin to search for their dream homes, sellers have a much better chance to make a successful sale. It’s all about setting big goals that align with market trends.

Luckily, we’ve been keeping a close eye on the local market data and can help you navigate the changes. For buyers, we suggest hitting the ground running and entering the market before demand picks up even more. For sellers, we have some tried-and-true marketing and staging strategies we’re ready to implement for your listing. Contact us today to start your journey.

Warmly,
Alex & Kris
Your Around the Sound Real Estate Advisors
Latest & Greatest
2023 Forecast Report

RSIR has released its annual report that dives into the PNW market and examines where it’s heading in the coming year. The report is packed with market data, expert analysis, and savvy insight from industry thought leaders to help you better understand the market and how you can most strategically approach it.

Sellers, Utilize These 5 Tax Deductions

Don’t miss out on extra money when selling your home. There are numerous tax deductions, everything from selling costs to mortgage interest, that you can deduct when filing. Although there are caps and restrictions, you might find that more than one of these apply to your sale—so don’t leave money on the table.

Home Design
Spring Projects to Boost Resale Value

If you’re planning on listing your home for sale in the near future, consider tackling some simple but effective projects to give your home a makeover. DIY upgrades, like painting the interior or freshening up the landscaping, can make a big impact on a home’s sales price and how quickly it sells. Presenting potential buyers with a home that appears well taken care of allows them to envision their future there.

Property Picks
4860 E Harbor Road, Freeland

Timeless elegance coupled with laid-back luxury is perched on "157 feet of west-facing waterfront." The meandering driveway leads you to this chic, Hamptons-style design offering soaring, beamed ceilings and a bright, open floor plan.

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 4,067 Sq. Ft.
Offered at $2,750,000

5620 123rd Place NE,
Marysville

Corner lot and parked out! This home features a stunning landscape and fully-fenced backyard for ultimate year-round entertaining.

4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,899 Sq. Ft.
Offered at $634,000

1481 Island View Drive,
Bellingham

Exceptional waterfront sanctuary offering rare 160 feet of water frontage. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and unparalleled 180-degree views of the iconic San Juan Islands.

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 7,082 Sq. Ft.
Offered at $3,369,000

1469 Island View Drive,
Bellingham

Experience tranquility and ultimate privacy perched above Bellingham Bay with expansive views of the iconic San Juan Islands coupled with premium SW exposure and 249 feet of water frontage.

5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 6,057 Sq. Ft.
Offered at $3,689,000

3716 Leeward Lane,
Anacortes

Now pending! Architectural masterpiece perched above the Guemes Channel, showcasing 180-degree views of the San Juan Islands. The first time one of the 10 waterfront homes in this gated estate is for sale.

4 Beds | 2.25 Baths | 4,327 Sq. Ft.
Pending at $3,298,000

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