Month: July 2016

The good and bad of investing in commercial real estate.

Commercial real estate, like residential real estate, can offer an advantageous return on investment. Commercial real estate can offer a larger financial reward, although it can also be a larger upfront financial investment.

There are many types of commercial properties. These include

• warehouses
• apartment buildings or complexes
• restaurant/retail space
• office building
• mixed use ( a variety of different businesses)
• industrial space
• land

Real estate in general can offer a nice return on investment. Commercial real estate has some definite pros and income potential. We offer some insight on both the pros and the cons of commercial real estate. (more…)

Happy 4th of July
    

July 4, 1776, the day we declared independence from the British.  Today is a day to celebrate a day on time in history that has allowed us to be where we are today. Friends and family come together to celebrate and enjoy each others company, as well bright, bold firework displays.

So what’s going in Whatcom?  We have put together a list of festivals and fireworks going in Whatcom.

Blaine’s Parade– Parade during the day, vendors, food, music and firework show at 10pm. Downtown and Marine Park.

Haggen’s Fourth– At Zuanich Pint park and Squalicum Boathouse lots of fun is going down starting at 11 am. Beer garden, live music, food and a great firework show that begins at 10:30 pm.

And celebrate Lynden Street being named the best Main Street in America at the Lynden Block Party. Food and festivities will be going on all day until 2pm.

Whether you stay home and throw ribs on the grill, or go out and enjoy the local festivities, we say happy independence day to you! Be safe and enjoy this Monday being a holiday, celebrating the progress we’ve made to be where we are.

Happy 4th to ALL!