Matthew Gardner, Report, Stats, Economics

Matthew Gardner

Matthew Gardner Did you know that Windermere Real Estate is one of the only brokerages to have it’s very own in-house economist?   Matthew Gardner is Windermere’s Chief Economist and is responsible for analyzing and interpreting current economic data and the impact it will have on the real estate market. Matthew is a huge asset […]

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How to Protect Yourself When Listing/Buying During the Coronavirus Epidemic

How to Protect Yourself When Listing/Buying During the Coronavirus Epidemic: A note from our Branch Manager/Co-Owner, Kristen Stavros There is no doubt the Coronavirus has left us feeling uneasy with numerous unknowns and fear of what-ifs. To curb those feelings lets discuss some of the things we do know & can control. 1. If you […]

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Whidbey Island, Whale viewing, best places to spot a whale

Best Places on Whidbey For Whale Watching

Discover the Best Places to Whale Watch When it comes to natural wonders, Whidbey Island is unbelievably blessed. With expansive undeveloped areas, nine state parks, and views that take your breath away, it’s hard to imagine it could get any better.    But it does!   In addition to our incredible outdoor opportunities for explorers, […]

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valentines Day with Kids

Valentine’s Day with Kids

Valentine’s Day with Kids   The way we celebrate Valentine’s Day changes so much once kids enter the picture! Suddenly it becomes about finding ways to incorporate kid-friendly activities into what used to be a romantic night out. But that doesn’t mean it can’t still be fun! Here are a few ideas to make Valentine’s […]

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Now what? After Christmas

Now What? What to do after Christmas

Now What? The gifts are all open, friends and family have returned to their respective homes, the ball has fallen, and the kids are back in school. The holiday season has officially come to a close, leaving us with the annual question of “Now what?”   Although this question can be an ominous one correlating […]

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Winterize

Winterize Have you been outside lately? There has not been a coatless day in WEEKS and the trees downtown are one harsh wind away from officially being bare.   The point is…it’s cold.   We all know the drill here. We put away our summertime flip flops in exchange for wool socks and thick boots. […]

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Whidbey Island Wineries & Distilleries,

Whidbey Island Wineries & Distilleries

Whidbey Island Wineries & Distilleries   “With intriguing accents of spice and musty earth [and] a gripping mouthful of tannins dance on the lengthy finish.”   These are the words used to describe Spoiled Dog Winery’s Estate Pinot Noir. If you are a fancy wine connoisseur, you probably knew what all of those words meant. […]

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Cozy blankets, candles, scarves, Windermere real estate whidbey Island

Hygge: The Key to Cozy Living

Hygge: The Key to Cozy Living It’s that moment when your toes find themselves slipping gently into the folds of your softest blanket. The warm beverage within your palms lifts up a scent that mixes and mingles with the crackling candle in the corner to create an aroma pleasant and settling. In a moment your […]

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Nature’s Halloween Decoration, Spiders, webs, october, fall, halloween , whidbey, windermere real estate

Nature’s Halloween Decoration

Dun dun. Dun dun. Dun dun….  They’re here….. nature’s Halloween decoration… It’s Spider Season! It comes without fail every year. In what feels like a blink of an eye every tree, bush, and building corner is covered in shiny interwoven silk with a beady-eyed creature lurking somewhere nearby. If you’re like most people, this is […]

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