Birchwood—affectionately known by locals as the “Wood Hood”—is one of those neighborhoods that quietly grows on you. You know you’ve arrived when you cross the Rainbow Bridge on Northwest Avenue, just over Squalicum Parkway. From there, the vibe shifts. Birchwood is established, unflashy, and genuinely neighborly. It’s calm without feeling sleepy, and it’s become one […]
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Cordata Neighborhood in Bellingham, WA
Cordata Neighborhood in Bellingham, WA An Overview of Bellingham’s Newest Neighborhood Cordata is Bellingham’s northernmost neighborhood—and also its newest and fastest-growing. Designed as a master-planned community, Cordata was built with everyday ease in mind. You’ll find acres of public parks, walking trails, bike lanes, and a thoughtful mix of residential, commercial, and medical spaces woven […]
How to FIT IN in When You Move to Bellingham
Bellingham is hitting people’s radars from all over the country as a place to relocate. Why? In my opinion, living in Bellingham is probably the best place to live in the United States. Now, I admit, I am pretty partial to Bellingham since I live here, but there are lots of reasons that people are […]
What I have Learned after Living in Bellingham
Moving to another state where you have no ties, no job, nothing but a dream, is a risky move. Risk taking is scarier as you get older, but you know what is even scarier than taking a risk? Staying someplace that doesn’t make you happy, doesn’t fill your soul with joy, doesn’t give you the […]
What to do when you’re considering Moving to Bellingham, and Visiting for the first time!
You’ve been scouring the internet, trying to find your perfect next home. I know you’re looking for a smaller town, a slower pace, access to the mountains, the bay, trails, and gorgeous lakes. I know you are wondering, “Is this the place? Will Bellingham be my next home?” I know this all, because I have […]
Meet Terry Stach Bellingham Insurance Broker
Watch a short video of Mary McIntosh and Terry Stach discussing home owner’s insurance, car insurance, and things to look out for when buying insurance. Mary McIntosh, HomeSmart One Realty 360-325-9076, mary@realestatewithmary.com Terry Stach, State Farm Insurance, 360-820-3206, terry.stach.f891@statefarm.com
Common Misconceptions about obtaining a Mortgage
Please watch this video for a short but informative interview with Casey Porter of Caliber Home Loans. Lots of good information here! Thank you for watching our video. Contact information for both Casey and Mary is below: Mary McIntosh HomeSmart One Realty, 360-325-9076, mary@realestatewithmary.com Casey Porter Calibur Home Loans, 360-519-2840, casey.porter@caliberhomeloans.com
Why I chose Bellingham WA
Choosing to relocate my whole life from Chandler AZ to Bellingham WA was not an easy decision, or one I made lightly. I lived in Arizona for 30 years. I had roots. I had friends. I had history. I had a business, and clients, and stability, but I wanted more. Bellingham didn’t come up in […]