What’s the difference between a second mortgage and a home-equity loan? What is a home-equity loan, and is it different from a home equity line of credit? And is a mortgage refinance similar to the above, or a different animal altogether? Let’s take a look at all the various ways you can use your home … Continued
Memorial Day in 2017 is on Monday, the 29th of May (5/29/2017). In the United States, Memorial Day is always celebrated on the last Monday of May. Memorial day is a time to remember and honor the people who died while serving the country as a military. Here in Coupeville WA, it’s an annual Memorial … Continued
It’s a great feeling to live on Whidbey Island, from the marine island climate, the stunning culture and community, the beautiful beaches and scenery, and so much more, but if there is one down side that is having to wait in ferry lines trying to leave or get back onto the island. Whether you’re sailing … Continued
Anacortes is located on the beautiful Fidalgo Island, home-port to the San Juan Islands in the Pacific Northwest. Halfway between Seattle and Vancouver BC and International ferry runs for Washington State and terminal serving Lopez Island, Shaw Island, Orcas Island, and San Juan Island, as well as Victoria, British Columbia (via Sidney, British Columbia) on … Continued
A common mistake people make is to spend a lot of money – renovations, new roof, remodeling. While buyers will be impressed with these things, spending $5000 on remodeling will not add $5000 to your sale. Spend as little money as possible, and spend it on cosmetic, readily seen features like interior painting. The time … Continued
Whidbey Island Main Exchange 2110 North Coral Sea Avenue Building No. 17 Oak Harbor, WA 98278-4500 (360) 257-0600 NEX Online Store Questions Within the Continental US (CONUS): 877–810–9030 What it’s like working at the NEX? The Navy Exchange is located on the seaplane base near the downtown area in Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island. The … Continued
In the recent market South Whidbey Island in Washington State is in high market, this is why many new and prospective home buyers are interested because of the advantages and benefits in owning a house on Whidbey Island. The good climate, beautiful views or scenery, enjoyable lifestyle and a community that has a great energy … Continued
Whidbey Island and Whidbey and Camano Islands are a great place in Pacific Northwest for a dream vacation. These rural islands are stress reliever for the big city pressures. You might think it’s far away, it’s only a short drive from Seattle or Vancouver B.C. Come to these islands for wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor … Continued
Drywall repair is intimidating to many. What if you screw up? Then you’ll have to have the whole wall redone! Better to just hang a picture over that ugly, unsightly crack. But what if you could do it yourself? What if it were easier than you thought? Well, it is. Just follow the simple steps … Continued
Web sites such as Travelzoo.com and budgettravel.com are a wealth of information. For you spontaneous, just-need-to-get-away types, you can find rock-bottom priced airfare on the major airlines, who release last-minute sale fares on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays for travel in the days and weeks ahead. Another way to save on airfare: fly midweek. And what about accommodations? 1. If … Continued