For the Love of Real Estate ~ Life in the Magic Valley of Walla Walla

This report just in. . . "John Burns Real Estate Consulting believes demand in top markets is about to "explode," with some cities seeing a 25% growth over the next three years. According to John Burns, there are about 3.4 million units of pent-up demand for rental housing bolstered by young adul...

THE OPTIMIST'S CREED   I promise myself...   - To be so strong that nothing can disturb my peace of mind.   - To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person I meet.   - To make all my friends feel that there is something worthwhile in them.   - To look at the sunny side of everything an...

Looking back over the past few years, homes have been the most affordable on record. Low rates and low prices make a wonderful combination. However, this wonderful combination may soon be coming to an end. Why do we say this? For one, new home sales are the lowest they have been since the governm...

With a little more than one month before income taxes are due, many of the nation’s 75 million home owners may be appreciating the value of home ownership just a bit more as they take advantage of the tax benefits of owning a home. “Owning a home offers myriad benefits throughout the year, but so...

Well worth 5 minutes of your time to watch this brief clip of Zig Ziglar.  He discusses why it is important to have goals.   In honor of, "Motivational Monday!" I thought I would re-post this. Happy President's Day to all and here is to a great list of goals for your week! Thanks for st...

For those of you who know me. . .Well, you are aware of my love affair with CNBC.  Below is a short clip from today that is worth blogging about.  I follow the Case Shiller Home Price Index along with stats that are published by NAR. . .etc.   Basically, we have The Realists vs. The Optimists "in...

I thought I would share my good fortune with all of you.  Here are the fortunes from my December fortune cookies.  I know it is a lot, but I love Panda Express and could live on their steamed vegetables and chow mein noodles.  It is very affordable and so easy to zip through their drive through. ...

Yesterday, I picked up a skinny and shaking little Chiwawa that was running out in the street.  I simply squatted down my by vehicle and it came running up to me.  So, I scooped up this cute, little friend in my arms.  He licked my face and got as close to me as he could to stay warm.  There was ...

Looking into my Crystal Ball. . .If only I had one! Naturally, in December everyone is speculating about what type of year the new year will be. We have undergone so many changes in the past three years, it is no wonder that there is even more speculation this time around. Generally when you look...

Great information on the $8000 home buyer tax credit.  Lanre Folayan ~ "The Real Estate Farmer" does a fantastic job of answering this question and supplying the criteria on this subject for both agents and buyers alike.  Thanks for such a great blog Lanre!     Can I still receive the $8000 home ...