Bellingham Homes & Real Estate

In some markets like Bellingham and Whatcom county, homes are selling in a matter of days. Are you thinking of selling? Call me to learn how I leverage social media to get you maximum exposure!! Jack Otto eXp Realty Bellingham, WA 206-388-6102 #1 Agent in Social Media in Washington (ranked weekly by Mondinion.com)

You've read all the articles and seen the news. This year is going to be a banner year to sell your home, not a secret. So you want to sell it yourself and save some money. Would you perform surgery on yourself to save money with your doctor? No! There is a reason to hire a professional. Here is a great article to read if you are considering selling your home yourself.  "The Top 5 Reasons You Should Not For Sale By Owner"  http://ht.ly/106vve

2016 is upon us and this year is going to be a killer to get top dollar for your home. But is it ready to be put on the market? Did you know I can come take a look and give you suggestions for free before you even decide to list your home? Lets talk about what needs to be done to your home to get it ready to sell!       "So You Wanna Sell Your Home? Step 1: Whip It Into Shape" http://ht.ly/WIaqG

You've been looking at homes for awhile now. Interest rates have kept their historically low value for more than a year. What's the rush to buy a home? Well rates will go up, and early to mid 2016 might be your last chance to get in on the best interest rates you may ever see. Take a look at this graphic to better understand how much home you can afford. http://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/2015/12/04/do-you-know-the-difference-your-interest-rate-makes-infographic/?a=231791-0b7756d6164c4cb25cd772e41d399a7a

Whether you are selling your home this Winter or waiting for Spring, this guide will get you started. Check it out and let me know if you have any questions!     http://issuu.com/jackottorealtor/docs/sellingyourhousewinter2015      

It's been a cold and sunny weekend around Whatcom County. Have you had a chance to check out the newest homes on the market? Did you know you can set up email alerts to let you know when homes hit the market that match what you are looking for?   http://ht.ly/VeV0O    

 Check out some typical myths that are out there about home buying. Do you need perfect credit? Do you always need 20% down?   Your answers lie here....   http://ht.ly/UILIC      

You've always heard the Spring and Summer are the best time to list your home. Well yes that is the when the housing market has the most homes being sold. But did you know you can get more for your home in Winter? It pays to have it on the market, I promise! http://time.com/money/4083196/winter-home-sale-tips/    

So you are looking for a home in October and you think you've missed your window. Well the fall can be one of the best times to buy AND sell your home. Check out this great read on buying a home in October! "Why October is the best month to buy a home"   http://snip.ly/gRx3

Top 8 Misconceptions About Buying a Home

It's the Time of the Season for Selling a House-or Is It? http://ow.ly/L6pb0 #Bellingham #RealEstate #Homes

10 Things to Do Before You Sell Your House http://ow.ly/EC9Jb #Bellingham #RealEstate #JackOtto

Real Estate Investment: Expectations vs Reality [Infographic]

Are you thinking of selling your home soon? Maybe even next year? Well it's never too early to start thinking about pricing your home. http://ow.ly/EdVnV #SellYourHome #Bellingham #RealEstate #tips #JackOtto

We are coming up on the holidays, here are some great ways to keep your house safe while you are away. 7 Ways To Keep Your Place Safe While You're Away  http://ow.ly/E0XbQ #Home #Security #Holidays #Bellingham #JackOtto

7-Step Guide to Selling a House http://ow.ly/DSCgC #RealEstate #Bellingham #SellYourHome #Tips #JackOtto

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Best Home Improvement Projects [Infographic]