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Welcome to the Windermere Real Estate Orcas Island News page. Here, we curate insightful articles about life on Orcas Island, offer expert advice for home buyers and sellers, and provide monthly updates on the real estate market on Orcas Island and the San Juan Islands. Stay informed and inspired as we bring you the latest and greatest in island living.

Why I Love Living On Orcas Island

October 24, 2015

On Orcas Island, we LOVE parades. Any excuse, we are going to have a parade. The entire community comes out and supports them. Yesterday was Homecoming, which is a big deal just about anywhere, but for a small community like ours, it’s huge. The parade started at the high school […]

7 Renovations That Reduce Your Home's Value

October 23, 2015

Most people think home-renovation projects will always add value to a home, but this isn’t necessarily true. According to Scott McGillivray, host of the HGTV series Income Property and author of How to Add Value to Your Home, these 7 renovations should never be done… 1. DO NOT expand your […]

Do you welcome a new home with any of these traditions or superstitions?

October 20, 2015

Written by Anne Reagan for Porch.com October 20, 2015 It can be very stressful to find a new home, pack up belongings and coordinate a move to a new location. Despite the stress of a move, many of us take the time to ensure that our new home is ready […]

What You Need to Know about Real Estate Appraisals

October 19, 2015

Posted in Selling and Buying by Tara Sharp Appraised value vs. market value Appraisals are designed to protect buyers, sellers, and lending institutions. They provide a reliable, independent valuation of a tract of land and the structure on it, whether it’s a house or a skyscraper. Below, you will find […]

Is the Solar Industry’s Crazy Growth Going to Come to a Crashing Halt? A Report From the Trenches

October 14, 2015

This is from Porch.com Posted by Jon Meyer on 10/10/15 The Solar Industry is at an inflection point. We explore whether the growth can continue by talking to Markus Virta, a sales tech in the middle of it all. Although Porch doesn’t have more than a gaggle of solar panel […]

Getting Your Home Ready to Sell

October 8, 2015

Are you ready to move on to your next stage in life? Getting your home ready to sell can be a big task, from getting the physical space ready and preparing for the emotional aspects of selling your home. We recommend you work with a listing agent through this process […]

3 Quick Maintenance Tips to Make Your Roof Last

September 22, 2015

Posted in Porch.com by Porch.com Written by Peter Kim A brand-new roof is a massive investment, but no other element of your home is quite as valuable. While the average lifespan of a roof is about 15 years, careful homeowners have a few ways to extend the life of their […]

How to Decorate a Rental

September 17, 2015

Posted in Living by Tiana Baur Abiding by rental rules is important, but so is style and making a house feel more like a home. Thus, we’ve put together a little list for you to help personalize your home, while still insuring you get your security deposit back by the […]

Buying a Second Home First

September 16, 2015

By MICHELLE HIGGINSSEPT. 11, 2015 Some New York City renters are skipping the typical first rung on the urban homeownership ladder: Instead of investing in an apartment, they are buying a country house. Disappointed by what their budget will buy in the city, they are still living the American dream […]

Questions to Ask Yourself When You're Thinking About Selling

September 11, 2015

When you make the decision to sell your home, the end goal is to get the best price and most favorable terms in a time-frame that meets your needs. But before the sign goes up in your front yard, there’s a lot to be done to get you and your […]

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