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250+

Families in new homes

$50K+

Given to local charities

15+

Years serving Bellingham

250+

5-star reviews

250+ ReviewsClientsGoogle · Zillow · Redfin

Our first home purchase felt effortless: honest, no pressure, exactly right.

Sarah & Mike R.

· Google

Sold in 9 days, priced on real data, not wishful thinking.

David T.

· Google

They walked us through every neighborhood before we saw a single listing.

Jennifer & Paul K.

· Zillow

Professional photos, video, social media. 12 showings in one weekend.

The Martinez Family

· Google

Walked me through the numbers. I now own two rental properties.

Chris L.

· Direct

Even after closing they checked in. It felt like joining a family.

Amanda & Jesse W.

· Google

Lived up to their 5-star reputation, seamless start to finish.

Mark & Lisa D.

· Google

Beautiful staging, deep market knowledge, always responsive.

Rachel & Tom S.

· Zillow

Guided us through every negotiation. Already recommended to friends.

Kevin & Stacy P.

· Google

Selling our home of 20 years felt manageable. They handled everything.

Barbara & Jim H.

· Google

Relocated from Portland and closed on our home before we even moved.

Nadia & Eric T.

· Zillow

First investment property. They made it way less intimidating.

Jason M.

· Direct

Sold $30K over asking in under two weeks. Strategy was spot-on.

Priya & Dan L.

· Redfin

First-time buyers, and they came to our housewarming. That says it all.

Alex & Jordan C.

· Google

Third transaction with BHRECO, consistent and genuinely caring every time.

Greg & Wendy F.

· Google

Our first home purchase felt effortless: honest, no pressure, exactly right.

Sarah & Mike R.

· Google

Sold in 9 days, priced on real data, not wishful thinking.

David T.

· Google

They walked us through every neighborhood before we saw a single listing.

Jennifer & Paul K.

· Zillow

Professional photos, video, social media. 12 showings in one weekend.

The Martinez Family

· Google

Walked me through the numbers. I now own two rental properties.

Chris L.

· Direct

Even after closing they checked in. It felt like joining a family.

Amanda & Jesse W.

· Google

Lived up to their 5-star reputation, seamless start to finish.

Mark & Lisa D.

· Google

Beautiful staging, deep market knowledge, always responsive.

Rachel & Tom S.

· Zillow

Guided us through every negotiation. Already recommended to friends.

Kevin & Stacy P.

· Google

Selling our home of 20 years felt manageable. They handled everything.

Barbara & Jim H.

· Google

Relocated from Portland and closed on our home before we even moved.

Nadia & Eric T.

· Zillow

First investment property. They made it way less intimidating.

Jason M.

· Direct

Sold $30K over asking in under two weeks. Strategy was spot-on.

Priya & Dan L.

· Redfin

First-time buyers, and they came to our housewarming. That says it all.

Alex & Jordan C.

· Google

Third transaction with BHRECO, consistent and genuinely caring every time.

Greg & Wendy F.

· Google

Third transaction with BHRECO, consistent and genuinely caring every time.

Greg & Wendy F.

· Google

First-time buyers, and they came to our housewarming. That says it all.

Alex & Jordan C.

· Google

Sold $30K over asking in under two weeks. Strategy was spot-on.

Priya & Dan L.

· Redfin

First investment property. They made it way less intimidating.

Jason M.

· Direct

Relocated from Portland and closed on our home before we even moved.

Nadia & Eric T.

· Zillow

Selling our home of 20 years felt manageable. They handled everything.

Barbara & Jim H.

· Google

Guided us through every negotiation. Already recommended to friends.

Kevin & Stacy P.

· Google

Beautiful staging, deep market knowledge, always responsive.

Rachel & Tom S.

· Zillow

Lived up to their 5-star reputation, seamless start to finish.

Mark & Lisa D.

· Google

Even after closing they checked in. It felt like joining a family.

Amanda & Jesse W.

· Google

Walked me through the numbers. I now own two rental properties.

Chris L.

· Direct

Professional photos, video, social media. 12 showings in one weekend.

The Martinez Family

· Google

They walked us through every neighborhood before we saw a single listing.

Jennifer & Paul K.

· Zillow

Sold in 9 days, priced on real data, not wishful thinking.

David T.

· Google

Our first home purchase felt effortless: honest, no pressure, exactly right.

Sarah & Mike R.

· Google

Third transaction with BHRECO, consistent and genuinely caring every time.

Greg & Wendy F.

· Google

First-time buyers, and they came to our housewarming. That says it all.

Alex & Jordan C.

· Google

Sold $30K over asking in under two weeks. Strategy was spot-on.

Priya & Dan L.

· Redfin

First investment property. They made it way less intimidating.

Jason M.

· Direct

Relocated from Portland and closed on our home before we even moved.

Nadia & Eric T.

· Zillow

Selling our home of 20 years felt manageable. They handled everything.

Barbara & Jim H.

· Google

Guided us through every negotiation. Already recommended to friends.

Kevin & Stacy P.

· Google

Beautiful staging, deep market knowledge, always responsive.

Rachel & Tom S.

· Zillow

Lived up to their 5-star reputation, seamless start to finish.

Mark & Lisa D.

· Google

Even after closing they checked in. It felt like joining a family.

Amanda & Jesse W.

· Google

Walked me through the numbers. I now own two rental properties.

Chris L.

· Direct

Professional photos, video, social media. 12 showings in one weekend.

The Martinez Family

· Google

They walked us through every neighborhood before we saw a single listing.

Jennifer & Paul K.

· Zillow

Sold in 9 days, priced on real data, not wishful thinking.

David T.

· Google

Our first home purchase felt effortless: honest, no pressure, exactly right.

Sarah & Mike R.

· Google

BHRECOAboutEst. Bellingham

Who We Are

Compassion, authenticity, and leading with giving. That's how we do business in Bellingham.

We're a Bellingham-based team built on compassion, authenticity, and leading with giving. Our vision is to empower our community to build and live their best lives.

Your experience is paramount. We create lasting relationships through transparency, honesty, and integrity, not sales pitches.

We host the Building Bellingham podcast, donate to charity: water after every closing, and serve as a community hub for over 700 local brokers. This is what "differently" actually looks like.

Leo Cohen

Leo Cohen

Designated Broker | Owner

BHRE Co Team
Building Bellingham podcast
BHRECO team presenting donation to Bellingham Food Bank

Our team presenting a $2,400 Q4 donation to the Bellingham Food Bank, January 2026.

From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, we provide personalized service tailored to your unique goals. We're your neighbors, committed to helping you find your place in this community.

Meet Our Team

We do real estate differently.

AwardsRecognitionOur Team

Awards & Accolades

20+ awards and recognitions from industry leaders, local media, and community organizations.

Whatcom Young Professionals / Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce

Top 7 Under 40

Leo Cohen

2023

Better Business Bureau

BBB A+ Rating & Accreditation

Leo Cohen

2020

Business Pulse Magazine

Featured in Business Pulse Magazine

Leo Cohen

2022

Bellingham Tonight

Featured on Bellingham Tonight

Leo Cohen

2020

Whatcom County Real Estate Community

Whatcom County Real Estate HUB Founder

Leo Cohen

2019

KGMI News/Talk 790

Featured on KGMI News/Talk 790

Leo Cohen

 

Business Pulse Magazine

Featured in Business Pulse Magazine

Tiffany Ng

2023

Cascadia Daily News

Quoted Market Expert | Cascadia Daily News

Tiffany Ng

2025

Skookum Kids

Skookum Kids Board Member

Tiffany Ng

2024

Whatcom Young Professionals / Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce

Top 7 Under 40

Taylor Beal

2024

Whatcom County Association of Realtors

Affiliate of the Year

Taylor Beal

 

Zillow

Sales Circle of Champions

Ben Tucker

2021

InsightsArticles & CommunityMarket Updates

Local Insights & Market Updates

Expert analysis on Bellingham's real estate market, neighborhood guides, and tips for buyers and sellers.

The Big Dark (Welcome to the Pacific Northwest)
Lifestyle

The Big Dark (Welcome to the Pacific Northwest)

New to Bellingham? Here's how locals survive (and thrive) through the Pacific Northwest's darkest months, from fitness studios to winter festivals.

2025 Q2 Market Analysis
Market Updates

2025 Q2 Market Analysis

New listings surged 26% year-over-year while closed sales hit their lowest point in a decade. What the numbers mean for buyers and sellers in Whatcom County.

2025 Q1 Market Analysis
Market Updates

2025 Q1 Market Analysis

Sales activity remains at historic lows while new listings surged 30%. For every 3 homes that closed, 1 was pulled from the market unsold.

Nooksack WRIA 1 Water Adjudication: An Overview
Community

Nooksack WRIA 1 Water Adjudication: An Overview

Thousands of Whatcom County households received court notifications about water rights. Here's what the adjudication process means for property owners.

Housing Market Outlook (February 2025)
Market Updates

Housing Market Outlook (February 2025)

Mortgage rates remain volatile between 6.9%–7.26%. Bellingham median prices are 61% higher than 2019. Here's what that means for your next move.

2024 Housing Market Report
Market Updates

2024 Housing Market Report

Our fifth annual report: a snapshot of Whatcom County in 2024, how it compares to the 2020–2022 cycle, and projections from local financial professionals.

My First Year as a Homeowner
Buying

My First Year as a Homeowner

Maintenance surprises, financial realities, and lifestyle adjustments: an honest look at what the first twelve months of homeownership actually look like.

Why the Bellingham Real Estate Company?
Community

Why the Bellingham Real Estate Company?

Over half of our 217 home closings came from the local market. Here are six reasons we put Bellingham in our name.

REALTORS®, Agents and Brokers
Buying

REALTORS®, Agents and Brokers

Not all agents are REALTORS®. Here's the difference between licensees, brokers, and agents, and why we chose to drop our NAR membership.

Year in Review: 2023 Housing Market Report
Market Updates

Year in Review: 2023 Housing Market Report

Our fourth annual report covering Whatcom County by quarter, median sales prices by area, and a decade of historical pricing context.

Nonprofit November: BAAY!
Community

Nonprofit November: BAAY!

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth teaches confidence, character, and creativity to 1,400 kids through theater, dance, music, and visual arts.

Nonprofit November: The AIROW Project
Community

Nonprofit November: The AIROW Project

Developing adaptive and inclusive recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities across Bellingham since 2020.

Nonprofit November: Northwest Youth Services
Community

Nonprofit November: Northwest Youth Services

Serving Bellingham since 1976 and reaching over 1,700 young people in 2022, working to dismantle systems that perpetuate youth homelessness.

Nonprofit November: Make.Shift Art Space
Community

Nonprofit November: Make.Shift Art Space

An all-ages gallery, music venue, affordable studios, and KZAX 94.9 FM, where 'art is essential, music is life, and weirdos are always welcome.'

Nonprofit November: Lighthouse Mission
Community

Nonprofit November: Lighthouse Mission

Supporting Bellingham's homeless population since 1923, offering hope, dignity, and a path out of homelessness through four distinct programs.

Local Business Highlight: Fairhaven Poke
Community

Local Business Highlight: Fairhaven Poke

Hawaiian poke in Bellingham's Historic Fairhaven District since 2016, featuring spicy tuna, ginger shoyu, and a new owner carrying on the tradition.

Local Business Highlight: C2C Sustainables
Community

Local Business Highlight: C2C Sustainables

Two Stephanies making reusable alternatives to paper towels, food storage bags, and coffee filters, reducing household waste one product at a time.

Local Business Highlight: MW Soapworks
Community

Local Business Highlight: MW Soapworks

Low-waste skincare on Commercial Street: handmade soap, local art, and eco-friendly self-care from Andrea Lawson and Teddy Rivard.

Building Bellingham Season 4: That's a Wrap
Podcast

Building Bellingham Season 4: That's a Wrap

Seven episodes featuring AB Crepes, Stemma Brewing, Greg Klassen, Coconut Kenny's, Triple Wren Farms, Sweet As Waffles, and more local entrepreneurs.

Local Business News: February 2022
Community

Local Business News: February 2022

Nomad Charcuterie coming to the Flatiron Building, JoJoe's Doughnuts launched, Black Drop closed, and Overflow Taps turns six.

Businesses to Watch in 2022
Community

Businesses to Watch in 2022

Celebrating local business owners launching ventures, expanding operations, and disrupting their industries, regionally and nationally.

Giving BackImpactcharity: water

After every closing, we give back.

Every transaction we close triggers a donation to charity: water, funding clean water projects for communities that need it most.

Separately, we host a monthly Clean Water Happy Hour at Overflow Taps. Your first pint's on us, plus giveaways from local businesses. It's our way of bringing the community together around a cause that matters.

Learn About charity: water
Clean Water Happy Hour community event in Bellingham
Get In TouchContactBellingham, WA

Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or just exploring, we're here and we'd love to hear from you.

Let's talk about your next move.

Offices

Lakeway Office

510 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA 98225

Meridian Office

2900 Meridian Street, Bellingham, WA 98225