Bellingham Fire Authority Tax: What It Would Cost Homeowners (2026)
By Tommy Mutchler — Real Estate Agent, Managing Broker, Real Broker LLC, Whatcom County WA Yes, a new tax is proposed in Bellingham: a Bellingham Regional Fire Authority, which the Bellingham Herald estimates would cost the average homeowner about $1,000 a year (October 12, 2026). It would combine t
Pros and Cons of Living in Bellingham, WA (2026)
By Tommy Mutchler — Real Estate Agent, Real Broker LLC, Whatcom County WA The biggest cons of living in Bellingham, WA are the winter drizzle, a single freeway, a shrinking airport and a high cost of living. The pros that make up for them are an 18-minute average commute, about 85 miles of trails in
Bellingham Megaprojects 2026: 7 Projects Changing Whatcom County
By Tommy Mutchler — Real Estate Agent, Managing Broker, Real Broker LLC, Whatcom County WA What megaprojects are coming to Bellingham? Seven big projects and proposals could reshape Bellingham and Whatcom County: the Salish Landing waterfront park, the Barkley plan, a $336 million PeaceHealth St. Jo