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Your Washington Homeownership Journey Starts Here – Let’s Make It Simple
Buying your first home in Washington is an exciting new chapter, and our How to Buy a House Class is here to guide you through every step. Whether you’re looking in vibrant Seattle, charming Spokane, scenic Bellingham, or anywhere across our beautiful state, we’ll help you understand the entire process in clear, easy-to-follow terms.
Washington offers an incredible variety – from urban condos with mountain views to peaceful suburban neighborhoods and cozy rural properties. Our class helps you:
- Discover how much home you can comfortably afford.
• Learn about Washington’s special first-time buyer programs.
• Find neighborhoods that match your lifestyle and budget.
• Feel confident making your first offer.
We connect you with local experts who know Washington’s market inside and out. They’ll share practical, real-world advice about:
→ What to prioritize during home tours
→ How to navigate the buying process smoothly.
→ Smart ways to save money as a first-time buyer.
Our relaxed, no-pressure approach gives you all the essential information without overwhelming you. You’ll leave feeling prepared and excited to start your home search.
Take the first step toward your Washington dream home. Join our next class and learn how to buy with confidence.
MEET YOUR HOSTS

Craig McKenzie
OAK HARBOR
Meet Craig
Craig McKenzie epitomizes integrity, energy, hard work, and creative service in every detail of his team’s real estate transactions. After growing up in Upper Michigan and graduating from Engadine High School, Craig enlisted in the Navy and shipped off for boot camp on January 14, 1985. After serving for almost 9 years he was medically separated and started his real estate career in 1993. He has since helped over 2,000 buyers and sellers fulfill their dream of buying and selling all different types of properties. With an array of experience and education under his belt, he assembled a team in 2016 that together can handle any property sale. Better Homes and Gardens McKenzie Realty is now a firm of qualified REALTORS® who can masterfully service any and all of our clients needs in a way that no stand alone agent can. We have taken the “jack of all trades and master of none” out of one of the most important purchase or sale you will make in your lifetime. Real Estate Education – Craig is a Graduate of Realtor Institute (GRI) and a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), a designation earned by less than 4% of the agents nationally. Craig is a Certified Relocation Specialist, which adds a greater skill level of care for any of his clients that are moving to or from Whidbey Island
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