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Home Buyer Education 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 […]
Events 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 […]
Real Estate Western Washington Real Estate Market Update – Q4 2022 Q4 2022 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update by Matthew Gardner   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 decisions. For further information about the housing […]
Events New Year’s Eve Events on Whidbey Island – 2022 New Year’s Eve Events Whidbey Island – 2022   Top 3 Picks for New Year’s Eve events on Whidbey Island – 2022 Curious about extending your stay on Whidbey Island well beyond the holidays? Get started with a Whidbey Island Specialist! 1. Live Music at Bayview Hall in Langley   Come one come all! All […]
Events Best Places to go see EPIC Christmas Lights on Whidbey Island 2022 Best places to go see EPIC Christmas lights Whidbey Island 2022 If you’re looking for a festive way to get into the Christmas spirit, then look no further than our curated list of the best places to see EPIC Christmas lights on Whidbey Island! There are plenty of places to go see some truly spectacular […]
Home & Garden Tips Whidbey Island Holiday Shopping Guide 2022 Whidbey Island Holiday Shopping Guide 2022 Can you believe the holiday season is here? To celebrate the holidays approaching I’ve rounded up some of my favorite local shops to help you find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list.  It’s so important this year (and every year) to support the small businesses in our […]
Financing How to Save $100s on Your Monthly Mortgage Payment How to save $100s on your monthly mortgage payment When buying a home on Whidbey Island As a Whidbey Island homebuyer, you may be searching for affordable housing and having a rough go at it. Mortgage rates are much higher now than they were last year, and this could mean several hundred dollars more a […]
Real Estate Real Estate Top 10 Predictions for 2023 – Matthew Gardner Real Estate Top 10 Predictions for 2023 – Matthew Gardner by Matthew Gardner   Real Estate Top 10 Predictions for 2023 – Matthew Gardner 1. There Is No Housing Bubble Mortgage rates rose steeply in 2022 which, when coupled with the massive run-up in home prices, has some suggesting that we are recreating the housing […]
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Home & Garden Tips 10 tips to help you winterize your home on Whidbey Island 10 Tips to Help Winterize Your Home on Whidbey Island As winter approaches, it’s important to take some steps to prepare your home for the colder weather. This can save you big bucks on the heating bill, and as a homeowner we all know how important it is to maintain the greatest investment we have […]
Events Halloween Events on Whidbey Island 2022 Halloween Events on Whidbey Island – 2022 Contributed by Si Fisher Halloween is coming up and if you’re looking for something to do on Whidbey Island, we’ve got you covered. From family-friendly events to things that are perfect for adults only, we’ve got something for everyone. Check out our list and start planning your festivities! […]
Events Farm to Table Fresh from Whidbey Island Grown Cooperative! WHIDBEY ISLAND GROWN COOPERATIVE   “Whidbey Island Grown Cooperative is a group of farmers, small businesses, and community members working to build a strong, resilient local food system on Whidbey Island.” Did you know you can find locally sourced, fresh products for purchase directly from farms and other producers here on the Island and other […]
Financing Home Buyer Education – Should I wait for mortgage rates to go down? Should I wait for mortgage rates to go down? Homebuyers, are you ready to take the next step but feeling unsure with rising interest rates?  Mortgage rates have indeed increased significantly over this past year. But don’t worry because Windermere Whidbey is here for all your needs! We’ve compiled a wealth of information that can […]
Events Where to Buy Pumpkins on Whidbey Autumn is here and it is a wonderful time to be on Whidbey Island.  One major reason is because all the local farms are sharing their Fall offerings.  Today we will answer the question, “Where to buy Pumpkins on Whidbey”.  If you are on the search for Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, or Apple Picking locations […]
Financing Home Buyer Education – What Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)? What Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)? What Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)? An adjustable-rate mortgage, or ARM, is a type of home loan that starts with a fixed interest rate for a specified period of time, typically five years. After that initial period ends, the interest rate will adjust annually based on current market conditions. […]
Real Estate Are We in a Housing Recession? September 2022 Are We in a Housing Recession? by Matthew Gardner   Hello there, I’m Windermere’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. A little while ago, a housing analyst was being interviewed about the current state of the residential market and they suggested that the country is in a “housing recession.” Well, needless […]
Places Best place to a get drink (locally crafted spirits, wine, and beer) on Whidbey Island Best place to get a drink on Whidbey Island (Locally crafted spirits, wine and beer on Whidbey) Click image to see properties for sale on South Whidbey Island Einstein probably wasn’t referring to alcohol, but we are! From Cultus Bay Distillery to Whidbey’s several esteemed wineries to the Bunker’s unique collection of rich locally made […]
Real Estate SEPTEMBER 2022 Whidbey Island Real Estate Market Update 🚨 Here it is folks! The SEPTEMBER 2022 Whidbey Island Real Estate Market Update (rolling 12-month report). CLICK HERE TO GET THE PRINTABLE PDF!   🗺️ Stats are separated by area: South, Central, & North Whidbey, and incorporate data from the 12 months prior to our current month.   🏡All stats represent only the residential […]
Real Estate The Continued Decline of the Housing Market Index 2022 The Continued Decline of the Housing Market Index by Matthew Gardner     Hello there, I’m Windermere’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. Today we are going to take a look at the new home market where headwinds are certainly growing. And the reason this particular subject piqued my interest […]
Real Estate AUGUST 2022 Whidbey Island Real Estate Market Update 🚨 Here it is folks! The AUGUST 2022 Whidbey Island Real Estate Market Update (rolling 12-month report). CLICK HERE TO GET THE PRINTABLE PDF!   🗺️ Stats are separated by area: South, Central, & North Whidbey, and incorporate data from the 12 months prior to our current month.   🏡All stats represent only the residential […]
Real Estate 2022 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update Q2 2022 Western Washington Real Estate Market Update | Q2 by Matthew Gardner   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 decisions. For further information about the […]

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