Moving to Bainbridge Island

December 22, 2011
FHA Loan Limits Restored to $475,00 in Kitsap County.

Kitsap FHA Loan Limits Back Up (again)

FHA Loan Limits Back Up Nov. 18, 2011-Dec 31, 2012 This December HUD confirmed that the 2012 FHA Mortgage Limits have been restored to the higher temporary loan limits effective November 18, 2011 through December 31, 2012.  On October 1st, the loan limits had rolled back to regular numbers, which […]
December 21, 2011
For Ward on Bainbridge Island - Jen Pells Real Estate Agent on Bainbridge island

New Island Construction an Optimistic Sign

New Waterfront Homes on Lynwood Center Road The national news is reporting good news in regards to housing starts.  Housing starts and new permits jumped to a 1 1/2 year high in November, the highest level since April of last year.  While good news on the nation level is indeed […]
November 16, 2011
Buying a home on Bainbridge Island - Jen Pells

Who Is Buying On Bainbridge?

Who Are My Buyers? I am well aware that although my website has a lot of information about Bainbridge, it also has a lot of information about me – blah, blah, blah . . . I think my life is pretty darn normal, but I hope it gives you the […]
November 4, 2011
Fall on Bainbridge Island | Jen Pells | Realtor

More Autumn, Less Fall: Update on the Bainbridge Island Real Estate Market

3rd Quarter Review: A Bifurcated Market In the third quarter, we saw more of the same trends that have been in place since the start of the year. There continues to be a divide between our two primary markets and the line between them is neatly drawn at the $600,000 mark. Properties […]
October 28, 2011
Persephone Farms at the Bainbridge Island Farmer's Market.

5 Things You Might Not Know About Bainbridge

Farmer’s market happens in the winter too The last outdoor Farmer’s Market is in a few weeks on November 12th, and the market has had a great run this summer and fall. The addition of the local chef’s series added a fun flair to an already enjoyable Saturday morning routine. […]
October 12, 2011
Garibaldi on Bainbridge Island Sold by Jen Pells Real Estate Agent

A Recent Sale and Investors

Just Closed | 10286 NE Garibaldi Loop Investors Entering the Market I just helped a smart buyer client close on this great home near the ferry on Bainbridge Island.  This home was purchased as a rental investment property.  The location near the ferry, popular Craftsman style, and newness of the […]
September 19, 2011
The Harvest Fair at Johnson Farm

10 Things to do on Bainbridge Island this Fall

1.  Harvest Fair – Sept. 25th – Johnson Farm – a celebration of fall at the Johnson Farm 2. Spoke and Bucket Wine Tour –  Sept. 24 & 25th – tour Bainbridge wineries by bike 3.  The Island School Carnival – 12pm – 4pm on Oct. 1st – open to […]
September 16, 2011
4480 NE North Tolo Bainbridge Island, WA

Featured Office Listing | North Tolo Rd.

4480 NE North Tolo Road on Bainbridge Island I get to see a lot of homes during a typical work week, but once in a while I come across a home that really makes an impression. I love colorful homes and this wonderful home on NE North Tolo Road, listed […]