Whatcom County Housing Market Report: August 2026
By Tommy Mutchler — Real Estate Agent, Real Broker LLC, Whatcom County WA. I live in Ferndale and sell homes across Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden, Blaine and the rest of the county, and I read the monthly Northwest MLS numbers the day they land so my clients aren't guessing about the market. More abo
How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Washington?
Last updated: July 31, 2026 · By Tommy Mutchler, Real Estate Agent · Real Broker LLC, Whatcom County WA The short answer: Selling a house in Washington usually costs about 7% to 9% of the sale price once you add up the real estate commission, the state and local excise tax (REET), and title, escrow,
Ferndale vs Lynden vs Bellingham: Where Should You Buy in 2026?
By Tommy Mutchler — Real Estate Agent, Real Broker LLC, Whatcom County WA. I live in Ferndale and sell homes across all three of these towns, and "which one should we buy in?" is one of the most common questions I get from buyers moving into the county. More about me → Last updated: July 28, 2026 Th