Would the FHFA Mortgage Fee Changes Have Favored Buyers with Low Credit Scores?

Would the FHFA Mortgage Fee Changes Have Favored Buyers with Low Credit Scores? by Matthew Gardner   FHFA Mortgage Fee Changes Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner, and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. As most of you are aware, the Federal Housing Finance Authority announced that they were going to raise […]

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10 Costs Associated with Selling Your Home

10 Costs Associated with Selling Your Home on Whidbey Island: A Comprehensive Guide

10 Costs Associated with Selling Your Home on Whidbey Island Are you considering selling your home or property on Whidbey Island? It’s essential to understand the costs associated with selling your home before you list it. Here at Windermere Whidbey, we are experts in helping people sell their homes in the Whidbey Island area, including […]

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Q1 2023 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update

Western Washington Real Estate Market Update – Q1 2023

Q1 2023 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update by Matthew Gardner Download the printable PDF by clicking this link! The following analysis of select counties of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate […]

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Mortgage Rate Predictions and Misconceptions

Mortgage Rate Predictions and Misconceptions by Matthew Gardner   Mortgage Rate Predictions Hello there! I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. This month we’re going to take a look at the latest SCE Housing Survey, which gives us a really detailed look at consumers’ psyche in regard to the housing market. I’ve always been fascinated […]

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Whidbey Island Spring Gardening Tips

Whidbey Island Spring Gardening Tips

Whidbey Island Spring Gardening Tips As springtime tiptoes onto Whidbey Island, seasoned green thumbs and aspiring gardeners alike can’t help but feel the irresistible urge to get their hands dirty. Welcome to our little slice of horticultural heaven, where the promise of sun-kissed tomatoes and fragrant herbs is just a trowel’s depth away. Whether you’re […]

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Will Rising Foreclosures Impact the Housing Market?

Will Rising Foreclosures Impact the Housing Market? by Matthew Gardner   Rising U.S. Foreclosures The market has certainly shifted since mortgage rates started skyrocketing last year and, with prices pulling back across much of the country, some have started to become concerned about the likelihood of foreclosures rising-clearly a timely topic given current circumstances. Hello […]

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How to Determine the Best Time to Sell

How to Determine the Best Time to Sell Your Whidbey Island Home

How to Determine the Best Time to Sell Your Whidbey Island Home Selling a home is a big decision, and timing is crucial. If you’re looking to sell your home on Whidbey Island, you’ll need to consider the local housing market, your financial readiness, and finding the right agent. In this guide, we’ll walk you […]

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Renting vs. Buying a Home on Whidbey Island

Renting vs. Buying a Home on Whidbey Island: The Financial Benefits of Homeownership by Matthew Gardner Renting vs. Buying a Home One of my followers asked me about some of the financial benefits of owning your home as opposed to renting. I find this topic interesting as there really is a “laundry list” of reasons […]

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Affordable Housing on Whidbey Island – Home on Whidbey Community Land Trust

Affordable Housing on Whidbey Island Home on Whidbey Community Land Trust    Introducing: Home on Whidbey (HOW) Community Land Trust (CLT) So how does the HOW CLT work?  For more information onCommunity Land Trustscheck out:The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast  Wondering what buying a home on Whidbey would look like for you? Get started with a […]

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