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Events A Local’s Guide to Penn Cove Musselfest 2026 & Coupeville Living A Local’s Guide to Penn Cove Musselfest 2026 & Coupeville Living Every spring, the heart of North Whidbey comes alive as thousands of visitors flock to the historic waterfront for a weekend of culinary delights, live music, and community celebration. This year is particularly special as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Penn Cove […]
Real Estate How to Use Home Equity on Whidbey Island: 4 Ways Local Homeowners Win How to Use Home Equity on Whidbey Island: 4 Smart Strategies for 2026 If you own a waterfront or view property on Whidbey Island—especially in South Whidbey—your home equity can be a serious strategic asset in 2026. The key isn’t just knowing you have equity. It’s knowing how to use it to move smarter, invest […]
Home & Garden Tips Home Updates That Actually Pay You Back When You Sell in 2026 Home Updates That Actually Pay You Back When You Sell in 2026 If you’ve been reading the national real estate news, you know that preparing a home for sale in 2026 isn’t just about putting a sign in the yard. Buyers are savvier, rates are moving, and inventory is normalizing. To get the best return […]
Financing Mortgage Rates Are Moving in 2026: What Whidbey Island Buyers & Sellers Should Know Mortgage Rates Are Moving in 2026: What Whidbey Island Buyers & Sellers Should Know If you’ve been watching mortgage rates lately, you’ve probably noticed two things: they’re moving fast, and headlines are coming in hot. For Whidbey Island buyers and sellers, the best move is to stay grounded in what actually changes your options—your payment, […]
Home Buyer Education Whidbey Island Lender Pre-Approval: Why It Should Be Your First Step (Not an Afterthought) House hunting is exciting. But on Whidbey Island, the smartest first move isn’t touring homes—it’s getting pre-approved. Pre-approval helps you understand your true buying power and puts you in a stronger position when it’s time to write an offer. 1. Pre-approval helps you shop with confidence Scrolling listings is easy. Knowing what you can comfortably […]
Real Estate 3 Reasons to Be Optimistic About the Whidbey Island Housing Market in 2026 If you’ve been following the national real estate headlines, you might feel like the market is stuck in a holding pattern. But when you zoom in on the Whidbey Island housing market in 2026, there are some real reasons for optimism—especially for buyers and sellers who plan ahead and lean on local data. Below are […]
Listings Headlines Have You Worried About Your Home’s Value? Read This. Headlines Have You Worried About Your Home’s Value? Read This. If you’ve been scrolling through national news feeds lately, you might be feeling a little uneasy about the housing market. Sensational headlines about “crashing prices” or “frozen markets” are designed to get clicks, but they often miss the mark when it comes to what is […]
Listings Planning to Sell Your House on Whidbey Island in 2026? Start Prepping Now Planning to Sell Your House on Whidbey Island in 2026? Start Prepping Now If you have plans to sell your home in 2026, you might think you have plenty of time. But as any Whidbey Island local knows, “island time” doesn’t apply when you’re prepping a property for the spring market! The most successful sellers […]
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Real Estate Local Look: Western Washington Housing Update – A Whidbey Island Perspective Local Look: Western Washington Housing Update – A Whidbey Island Perspective This report provides a Local Look at the June 2025 Northwest MLS data, with a keen eye on how it impacts the Whidbey Island real estate market. There have been interesting shifts, and this analysis aims to offer a straightforward perspective, blending broader market […]
Real Estate A Whidbey Island Look: Making Sense of the Shifting Real Estate Market A Whidbey Island Look: Making Sense of the Shifting Western Washington Real Estate Market Hi, I’m your friendly Whidbey Island real estate specialist. In the world of real estate, having a savvy local expert by your side is like having a lighthouse in a storm-especially now. While economists paint broad strokes about the Western Washington […]
Financing Top 10 Housing Predictions for 2024 Matthew Gardner’s Top 10 Housing Predictions for 2024 by Matthew Gardner Matthew Gardner’s Top 10 Predictions for 2024 1. Still no housing bubble This was number one on my list last year and, so far, my forecast was spot on. The reason why I’m calling it out again is because the market performed better in 2023 […]
Real Estate Western Washington Real Estate Market Update – Q3 2023 Q3 2023 Western Washington Real Estate Market     By Windermere Economics The following analysis of select counties of the Western Washington real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, […]
Home Buyer Education Buying a Home on Whidbey Island: The Investment You Can Live In Buying a Home on Whidbey Island: The Investment You Can Live In Contributed by Si Fisher Lets embark on a journey of financial security and personal fulfillment! In today’s dynamic world, making prudent financial decisions is paramount. When it comes to housing choices, the decision to rent or buy can profoundly impact your long-term financial […]
Financing U.S. Housing Market 2023: Updated Analysis U.S. Housing Market 2023: Updated Analysis by Matthew Gardner U.S. Housing Market 2023 Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. The National Association of REALTORS® released their data on the U.S. housing market in August, and it contained a few things which I found interesting […]
Real Estate How Low Inventory Is Affecting the Housing Market How Low Inventory Is Affecting the Housing Market by Matthew Gardner Low Inventory Housing Market Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. As we are all aware, the housing market has softened considerably with the number of existing homes available to buy close to record lows. […]
Real Estate U.S. Home Prices and Housing Affordability in 2023 U.S. Home Prices and Housing Affordability in 2023 by Matthew Gardner   U.S. Home Prices 2023 Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. Today we are going to look at home prices and housing affordability. To do this I will be looking at the second […]
Home Buyer Education Ready to Drop Anchor on Whidbey Island? Here’s Your Guide to Home Buying Preparedness! Ready to Drop Anchor on Whidbey Island? Here’s Your Guide to Home Buying Preparedness! Ahoy, future Whidbey Island dwellers! If you’re toying with the idea of becoming a homeowner on our scenic slice of paradise, let me provide you with a pun-intended map to help you navigate your readiness. Financial Sea Legs or Sinking Ship? […]
Real Estate Housing Market 2023: Home Prices, U.S. Demographics, and More Housing Market 2023: Home Prices, U.S. Demographics, and More by Matthew Gardner Housing Market 2023 Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner, and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. I spend a lot of time reading reports that relate to the housing market, but there is one in particular […]
Home Buyer Education What is a Buyer’s market? – How to navigate the real estate market on Whidbey Island What is a Buyer’s market? – How to navigate the real estate market on Whidbey Island If you’re considering selling a home on Whidbey Island, understanding the dynamics of the real estate market is paramount. This guide aims to elucidate the concept of a buyer’s market and how to navigate the ebbs and flows of […]
Home Buyer Education 2023 Top 10 Real Estate Predictions | Mid-Year Update 2023 Top 10 Predictions | Mid-Year Update by Matthew Gardner Top 10 Real Estate Market Predictions 2023 | Mid-Year Update Hello there, I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner and welcome to this month’s episode of Monday with Matthew. You may remember that at the end of last year, I published my Top-10 Predictions for […]

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