Monthly Archives: October 2009

Seattle Bed Bugs Party Like it’s 1899

Posted on October 30, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

It seems fitting to be writing this the day before Halloween, given the cringe-inducing nature of this topic.  However, I feel compelled to write about this as a Public Service Announcement. Bed bugs, like the ones your Mom used to … Continue reading →

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Top 5 Reasons Home Buyers Fail with Fixers

Posted on October 22, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

These days, it is all too easy for  inexperienced buyers to become obsessed with getting the “best deal”.   I’m talking about  the “weekend warrior” buyer- the one who watches countless hours of HGTV shows that make it seem plausible that … Continue reading →

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Idiot’s Guide to the $8,000 First Time Buyer Tax Credit

Posted on October 21, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

The $8000 first time buyer tax credit has gotten a lot of attention in recent months. If you’re reading this, you probably already know that, I guess. You are obviously capable of operating a computer and navigating the internets… So, … Continue reading →

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It’s the Beer that Binds Us…

Posted on October 18, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

The one, the only- Boundary Bay Oatmeal Stout: Nectar of the stars and heavens… Continue reading →

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Rob LeRoy’s Guide to the Best Ballard Bars

Posted on October 14, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

Recently,  I was wandering the Ballard Sunday market with my friend Alan. We were taking pictures of Old Ballard and reminiscing about the many great times we’ d had there over the years. While wandering down Ballard Ave. ( which … Continue reading →

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Bellingham Dog Parks Popular Among Area Dogs

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

If you’re a Bellingham area dog, and you enjoy the freedom of running around and sniffing the butts of other dogs without the encumbrance of a leash, then you will enjoy this post. If, instead, you are the owner of … Continue reading →

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Superheroes Face Harsh Market Realities

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

Are you one of the millions of American homeowners out there struggling to get out from under a savage debt load, rapidly dwindling equity, or an adjustable-rate mortgage that suddenly adjusted itself right on top of your head?  Or maybe … Continue reading →

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Bellingham’s Chuckanut Brewery Voted “Best Small Brewpub”!

Posted on October 1, 2009 by Rob LeRoy

Congratulations are in order for Bellingham’s very own Chuckanut Brewery.  Chuckanut was recently awarded the titles of “Best Small Brewpub” and “Best Small Brewpub Brewery of the Year”  by this year’s Great American Beer Festival in Denver, CO.  That’s right, … Continue reading →

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