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Accountant

B. Siobhan Q. Murphy, CPA
CPA, Thrive Business Group
Thrive Business Group
1325 Lincoln St.
Bellingham, WA 98229
Phone: (360) 746-8738
Thrive Business Group is a Bellingham CPA firm devoted to helping companies and individuals experience financial success in the business world and their personal lives. Our team provides professional accounting and tax services at reasonable rates; services include accounting, bookkeeping, tax planning and preparation, business consulting, and financial management. Contact me today for a complimentary consultation.

Attorney

Emily Rose, Attorney at Law
Attorney, Limitless Law, PLLC
Limitless Law PLLC
1313 E Maple Street, Suite 400
Bellingham, WA 98225
Phone: (360) 685-0145
Emily Rose of Limitless Law PLLC provides personalized legal help to companies, individuals and families in the areas of estate planning, business formation and management, LGBT and polyamory legal matters, real estate law, probate, bankruptcy and debt settlement. Whether you visit my office or I come to your home or office, I am honored to take care of your legal needs using innovative technology, including a secure online client portal for lightning-fast service and communication with your attorney.

Certified Financial Planner

Judith Paulson, CFP®
Certified Financial Planner, Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC
Paulson Financial Services
2950 Newmarket St., Suite 101-333
Bellingham, WA 98226
Phone: (360) 738-6968
Fax: (866) 203-1528
Helping you build a sound financial foundation. Securities and investment advisory services offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SIPC, a broker/dealer and a registered investment adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.

Counseling

Virginia Malmquist
Counselor, Heron Reach Counseling
Heron Reach Counseling
2427 Goshen Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 319-4266
I practice from a little log cabin on the edge of a small lake. In this relaxing setting, I work with individuals and couples, dealing with divorce, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and gender diversity. My counseling degree is from the University of Washington. In addition, I have three years of doctoral studies and a year of study with the Seattle Family and Marriage Institute. I offer a sliding scale for my fee but do not accept insurance.

Independent Beauty Consultant

Chris Hansen
Independent Beauty Consultant, Mary Kay
Mary Kay
P.O. Box 30826
Bellingham, WA 98228
(360) 671-0696
As an Independent Beauty Consultant, introducing women to Mary Kay’s skin care and cosmetics for more than 20 years, I know a beautiful look starts with beautiful skin. With a product line for nearly every decade of a woman’s life, we show women how to look their best at any age. Facials are always complimentary, and Mary Kay allows you to “try before you buy” to find the right skin care and cosmetics for you. Call me for an individual consultation, facial or makeover, or share the experience with a group of friends.

Mortgage Services

Lisa A. Kennedy
Loan Officer, Edge Home Finance
Edge Home Finance
lendinglisa.com
1609 Broadway, Ste C
Bellingham, WA 98226
360-383-7737
NMLS ID # 1696135
I’ve been in the real estate world for 20 years, first as an investor/landlord and house flipper. Before that, I studied economics and graduated with honors from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology.
Now I use my knowledge of economics and the real estate business to help people navigate the sea of mortgage lending options.
As a licensed mortgage loan officer, I can choose among many different loan sources to find the best fit for your situation. Let’s work together to get you into the home of your dreams.

Organization Services

Rhonda Girard
Certified Professional Organizer, Underclutter
Underclutter
Bellingham, WA
206-280-5334
I’m a professional organizer and a member of NAPO – the National Association of Professional Organizers.
With 16 years of experience, I have dealt with it all – a collection of 25 spatulas, the dozens of music boxes, a stack of centenarian doilies, or the 14 complete sets of china packed away in boxes.
I believe that your home is not only your place of rest, but the things in it are a display of who you are as a person. I am interested and empathetic to the issues surrounding your organizational challenges. My goal is to help you make meaningful changes in your home or office.

Real Estate

Julie Carpenter
Realtor, Julie Carpenter Real Estate, Inc.
Julie Carpenter Real Estate, Inc.
913 Lakeway Drive
Bellingham, WA 98229
Toll Free (800) 723-1313 x3040
Office (360) 647-1313 x3040
Cell (360) 305-9986
Fax (360) 671-8022
RE/MAX Realtor for Whatcom County. Your home or land purchase is my specialty. A long-term Realtor and Whatcom County resident, I provide complete information, an honest opinion and the highest level of assistance. I’ll use my contacts and networking skills to assist you with your real estate needs.