Ocean Shores and North Beach Real Estate along the Washington Coast

"2010 Year-End Review" Ocean Shores/North Beach Newsletter Presented by April Swenson, CRS, Realtor & Managing Broker for Coldwell Banker Ocean Beach Properties aswenson25@juno.com 360-589-2777 cell/text www.OceanShoresInfo.com NOTABLE NEWS/EVENTS for 2010 KITE FESTIVAL 2010 The kites flew high on the beach of Ocean Shores for June 5th-6th. Held just off the Chance a La Mer Ave (or Shilo) beach access street. See more info and pictures at www.OceanShoresInfo.com/pics/kitefestival2010.html FIVE STAR DEALERSHIPS SAND & SAWDUST FESTIVAL 2010 The wonderful event of sandcastle building and wood carving was held on June 25th-27th. This is personally one my favorite events. See more info and pictures at www.OceanShoresInfo.com/pics/sand&sawdustfestival2010.html INDEPENDENCE DAY 2010 Another personal favorite of mine. Tons of fireworks set off on the beaches of Ocean Shores. See more info and pictures at www.OceanShoresInfo.com/pics/july4th2010.html STREET LID INFO

OCEAN SHORES NEWS Ocean Shores Street LID Update January 21, 2011 ~ As of this date, there are 4,910 Ocean Shores parcels that have paid off the Street LID in full. This is out of the 13,232 total assessed parcels in Ocean Shores. So, approximately 37% of Ocean Shores parcels have paid off the Street LID. Also, the City did sell the bonds and property owners with a remaining balance will be charged 7.25% annual interest on the unpaid amount. The first payment is reportedly due in November 2011 and will be paid each subsequent November for the next 18 years. Any property ownercan payoff the full amount at anytime with no pre-payment penalty. You can see the full story about the Ocean Shores Street LID on my web site at www.OceanShoresInfo.com/news/streetLID.html

OCEAN SHORES NEWS HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011 CLAM DIGGING TOO January 1, 2011 ~ The long-standing tradition of clam digging on New Years continued for the late afternoons and early evenings of December 31, 2010 and January 1, 2011. The weather was cold, but absolutely gorgeous with clear skies during the whole weekend. The clouds did role in early evening for the dig on January 1st, but cleared up later that night. I had a nice time being in the cold, crisp air, even if I did get a little wet from a wave while trying to get a clam. I hope everyone has a prosperous New Year, both professionally and personally.

APRIL SWENSON EARNS THE CRS DESIGNATION December 2010 ~ April Swenson has earned the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation by the Council of Residential Specialists, the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Realtors who receive this designation have completed advanced courses and have demonstrated professional expertise in the field of residential real estate. Fewer than 38,000 (about 4%) of all REALTORS nationwide have earned this credential. Home buyers and sellers can be assured that CRS Designees subscribe to the strict Realtor code of ethics, have access to the latest technology and are specialists in helping clients maximize profits and minimize costs when buying or selling a home.