Boise, Idaho Real Estate News and Information

I always get a chuckle when I pass this sign sitting on on a lonely street corner.  Something about it just screams successful real estate investor (that's sarcasm in case you didn't pick up on it).  If you were really serious about real estate investing I'm doubtful that this is the avenue you ...

I decided to take a stab at creating some social media icons.  I like the bottle caps that Jeremy and Bob have been using but wanted to do something more specific to Active Rain.  So without further ado here they are: You can link this as a blog subscription button or to your active rain profile...

I took two new listings this week from brand new clients.  I always like to ask how they found me and why they decided to go with me vs. any of the other thousands of real estate agents active in Boise, Idaho?  In doing so I've discovered, re-discovered, and confirmed the largest return on inves...

Hope For Idaho - Free help for homeowners with questions about short sales, foreclosure, and loan modifications. Understanding Foreclosure, short sales, and loan modifications in Idaho can be difficult.   Knowing what your options are can where to turn for trusted advice is more important that ev...

Boise Bench Listing Preview - Coming soon - 120 Vinson, Boise, Idaho If you're looking for a Boise bench property that can close in time to meet the $8000 dollar tax credit dealine we've got this one coming up soon.  This little charmer's detached garage and corner lot give it North end feel at ...

Apparently my wife has volunteered me to work one of the rooms for this event.  If you're looking a fun and safe place to bring the kids and want to crack jokes about my costume please stop by.    I'm not sure what I'm going to be yet so any ideas are welcome.   All Welcome!   Hallow’s Eve Carni...

First time buyer's dream - 2892 Kandice, Meridian, Idaho No need to wait for a short sale to close.  Well I guess you have to wait a little, just until we get it done in time to qualify for the tax credit.  When this goes live it will be ready for a quick close with new interior paint and carpet...

Congrats to the Boise State Broncos on their win over UC Davis. Yes, it wasn't the blow out that everyone said it was going to be.  US Davis came ready to play and it showed.  I'm sure they were pumped to go up against a school ranked number 5 in the nation. It was a point of contention in our h...

As unemployment remains a sticking point in the rebound of the economy and the housing market there are some job openings recruiters are having a hard time filling.  There is a large consensus that jobs will lead us out of the current housing crisis so I wanted to do my part and point out some a...

Short sale market snap shot for Ada County, Idaho There's no shortage of these not so aptly named types of sales in Ada county - Idaho.  Of the approximately 4400 active listings showing in the MLS, 1100 are short sales. The current absorption rate for short sales in Ada county, Idaho stands at ...