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Should You List Your Home Now or Wait Until Fall in Whatcom County?
Tobi Smukler 8/21/25 Tobi Smukler 8/21/25

Should You List Your Home Now or Wait Until Fall in Whatcom County?

Explore the pros and cons of selling in late summer versus waiting for the fall market shift.

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Preparing Your Whatcom County Home for Fall Rain and Wind
Tobi Smukler 8/20/25 Tobi Smukler 8/20/25

Preparing Your Whatcom County Home for Fall Rain and Wind

Get ahead of storm season with simple prep that protects your biggest investment.

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Pros and Cons of Buying a Fixer-Upper in Whatcom County
Tobi Smukler 8/15/25 Tobi Smukler 8/15/25

Pros and Cons of Buying a Fixer-Upper in Whatcom County

Weigh the costs and rewards of tackling renovations in today’s housing market.

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Staging Tips to Highlight Outdoor Spaces During August Showings
Tobi Smukler 8/14/25 Tobi Smukler 8/14/25

Staging Tips to Highlight Outdoor Spaces During August Showings

Make patios, decks, and yards shine so buyers picture themselves enjoying the last of summer.

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Listing Photos Matter More Than Ever—Here’s What Works in Whatcom
Tobi Smukler 8/8/25 Tobi Smukler 8/8/25

Listing Photos Matter More Than Ever—Here’s What Works in Whatcom

Tips to make your home stand out in online listings and social media.

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School Districts That Sell Homes: What Every Parent Should Know
Tobi Smukler 8/7/25 Tobi Smukler 8/7/25

School Districts That Sell Homes: What Every Parent Should Know

A look at how top schools in Whatcom County impact home value and resale.

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Whatcom County’s Best Kept Secrets: 5 Areas with Hidden Value
Tobi Smukler 8/1/25 Tobi Smukler 8/1/25

Whatcom County’s Best Kept Secrets: 5 Areas with Hidden Value

 Where locals are buying now before prices climb..

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Don’t Sell Before Doing This One Thing
Tobi Smukler 7/31/25 Tobi Smukler 7/31/25

Don’t Sell Before Doing This One Thing

A local prep checklist that could earn you thousands more at the closing table.

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How to Price Your Home Right in 2025’s Shifting Market
Tobi Smukler 7/18/25 Tobi Smukler 7/18/25

How to Price Your Home Right in 2025’s Shifting Market

Avoid the biggest pricing mistake sellers are still making this year.

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Should You Renovate or Sell As-Is?
Tobi Smukler 7/17/25 Tobi Smukler 7/17/25

Should You Renovate or Sell As-Is?

Pros and cons for sellers in today’s market—with real local examples.

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Buying a Home Near the Water? What to Know Before You Fall in Love
Tobi Smukler 7/11/25 Tobi Smukler 7/11/25

Buying a Home Near the Water? What to Know Before You Fall in Love

That dreamy waterfront view? It comes with a few things you’ll want to know before diving in.

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Top 5 Outdoor Features That Help Homes Sell Fast in Summer
Tobi Smukler 7/10/25 Tobi Smukler 7/10/25

Top 5 Outdoor Features That Help Homes Sell Fast in Summer

Want to sell your home before summer's over (and maybe even spark a bidding war)? It all starts outside.

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The Ultimate Guide to Whatcom County Farmers Markets
Tobi Smukler 7/5/25 Tobi Smukler 7/5/25

The Ultimate Guide to Whatcom County Farmers Markets

Where to find the freshest local produce, baked goods, and artisan gifts all summer long.

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How to Declutter Without Losing Your Mind Before Listing
Tobi Smukler 7/4/25 Tobi Smukler 7/4/25

How to Declutter Without Losing Your Mind Before Listing

Room-by-room tips and timeline suggestions that help make staging easier.

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5 Must-Do’s Before You List Your Home
Tobi Smukler 6/27/25 Tobi Smukler 6/27/25

5 Must-Do’s Before You List Your Home

A Real Talk Prep List from Your Local Real Estate Expert

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The Case for Professional Photography in Real Estate
Tobi Smukler 6/26/25 Tobi Smukler 6/26/25

The Case for Professional Photography in Real Estate

Why Your Home Deserves a VIP Photoshoot

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Mixing Metals Like a Pro: Design Tips That Elevate Your Space
Tobi Smukler 6/20/25 Tobi Smukler 6/20/25

Mixing Metals Like a Pro: Design Tips That Elevate Your Space

A quick-read blog on how to thoughtfully blend brass, matte black, and stainless steel finishes in a cohesive way.

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Paint Finishes Matter: My Go-To Paint Sheens and Where to Use Them
Tobi Smukler 6/19/25 Tobi Smukler 6/19/25

Paint Finishes Matter: My Go-To Paint Sheens and Where to Use Them

A practical design post helping homeowners choose eggshell vs satin vs matte (especially helpful for sellers prepping their homes).

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What to Expect in a Pre-Listing Consultation
Tobi Smukler 6/13/25 Tobi Smukler 6/13/25

What to Expect in a Pre-Listing Consultation

A walkthrough of how I prep homes for the market—from repairs to strategy to staging

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The Real Cost of Living in Blaine vs. Bellingham
Tobi Smukler 6/12/25 Tobi Smukler 6/12/25

The Real Cost of Living in Blaine vs. Bellingham

A cost comparison post aimed at relocation buyers considering where in the county they should land

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