This is the common theme I hear from people attempting to move into this area. All they want is a little piece of land to call their own. A place to raise their children or animals, a piece of heaven on earth that gives them privacy, peace and freedom to fulfill their dreams. So with the prices on residential housing coming down, what is the price of vacant land in Kuna Country doing? The listing price for 1–3 acre parcels is about $80,000 per acre which is lower than 2006 when prices were hovering around $95,000 per acre. The best deal right now is a parcel that came on the market recently on Kuna Road. This is the best of two worlds in my opinion. You have Kuna School district and Canyon county taxes. The price is only $55,348 per acre and the lot size is 2.15 acres for a total of $11... 12/18/2007

Idaho's a hot spot to live, love or play;  I specialize in farm & ranch, land, residential and short sale properties in the Treasure Valley.  My business revolves around client satisfaction and strong referral base;  I go the extra lengths to ensure "Full Representation" and "Full Protection" for my clients to maximize a satisfied real estate investment or sale in a timely manner.  Call me at 208.467.0059 or e-mail me at rburnett@selequity.com for all of your Idaho Real Estate needs or desires!!!Rhonda K. Burnett, Professional Realtor  -  SelEquity Real Estate  -  Nampa, ID       12/13/2007

Check out this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home with 1006 square feet. Affordable home with great interior that includes new paint, range, refrigerator, & hardwood floors in living room and front bedroom. Great access to I-84 and less than 1/2 hour to Caldwell to the west or Boise to the east.  Minutes to golf courses and shopping.  Some of the newest and modern stores have opened up just 10 minutes from this home.  A great starter or retirment home. This home is a great buy at only $95,900. 11/28/2007

The best marketing dollars I ever spent did not have my name, number, or picture anywhere on the marketing piece.  Over the past year or so I have tried to work on building my business through referals.  To do this I shifted my marketing dollars away from interuptive marketing techniques and towards excellent customer service. I only advertise my listings, not me.  I spend a good portion of my marketing budget doing things for my client that will help them sell their home.  For example staging, house cleaning, and lawn care. I have found that by shifting my focus from me to the customer or client, my business has flourished. 08/21/2007

When I think about Idaho I think about the great outdoors.  Idaho is a lot like where I'm from - North Carolina.  Idaho is a hidden gem - and even kicknamed the Gem State because of its natural resources.  Most people think of Idaho as the potato state - but Idaho has so much more to offer.  Today Idaho is a thriving state with an increasingly diverse economy and population estimated at 1.4 million.  Idaho's diverse business and industry coupled with it's incredible beauty have made it a popular state for business and industry.  There aren't many cities in the US that can boast of mountains, lakes, fishing, boating, hiking, skiing, and other recreational activities. Idaho is even home to St. Chapelle Winery.  George Tallabas told me they even allow you to get Moose Permits during huntin... 06/19/2007

This post is about Nampa, Idaho Realtor (R) George Tallabas. If you are looking for someone to help you buy or sell a home, look no further. Located to the west of Boise, Nampa is one of the fastest growing cities in Idaho. It is the largest city in Canyon County and the second largest in the state- just behind Boise. Just minutes away from Boise, you will find parks, bike trails, resorts, colleges and plenty of restaurants and shopping which give Nampa residents a great quality of living by providing something for everyone. Many large companies call Boise, Idaho home such as Micron Technology and Albertsons Grocery Stores.  Hewlett Packard also has a large facility in the Boise area. Nampa, Idaho has a interesting history. To read about it click here-Wikipedia's Info on Nampa, Idaho. G... 05/29/2007

Greater Boise, Idaho Real Estate Pro - George Tallabas We are big fans of George Tallabas because he approaches real estate the same way we do - he alway puts people first...not houses. If you ask him, George will tell you his real estate business philosophy is “if I take care of my clients/customers needs and show them respect, my production will take care of itself.” George Tallabas is twice as effective for you because he is fluent in both English and Spanish. He also has developed the nation's first bi-lingual hotline to give his Idaho home buyers information in both English and Spanish. So how does that benefit all George's home sellers in Idaho? He can help more home buyers which means your home is exposed to all Nampa home buyers. Whether you are looking to buy a Nampa home, relo... 05/25/2007

Idaho, a great opportunity for South Florida Equestrians when they are ready to move on to greener (and BIGGER) pastures. South Florida is great, we have sun, sand, beaches, palm trees and much more.  But we also have $100,000 plus prices per acre, congestion, traffic, little regard for traffic laws and a few other "challenges" that my fellow South Floridians might be thinking of just as they read this.  If, like many of us, there is a expiration date on your time in Florida and the timer is about to pop, instead of just considering the old standbys of "the middle of the state", "Georgia", "the Carolinas" or "Tennessee", think about a galaxy far, far away, think Idaho!  With a state population LESS than that of Miami-Dade County, congestion is not their middle name! With land costs per ... 05/20/2007

Belmont Heights Is A Nampa, Idaho Neighborhood See Home Facts Below.Builder - Whitehead Construction, Advanced Energy Homes LLC, EStep Builders Inc., Larry Hayes, Jim Jensen Construction, Status Homes Inc, R&K Ventures, Brookside Custom Homes, Barclay Construction, Doug Lasher, Wild River ConstructionHigh Home Price $594,900   Low Home Price $449,500   Kuna School District:Elementary School: Indian Creek Elementary SchoolJr.  High School: Kuna Middle SchoolSr. High School: Kuna High SchoolLocation: Off E. Powerline(Victory) Rd. - Between N Robinson Rd. and S. McDermott Rd.Map to Belmont Heights Subdivision in Nampa, IDNampa Idaho Homes For Sale In Belmont Heights; 05/05/2007

Bayport Is A Nampa, Idaho NeighborhoodHome Builder - Sunset Construction, Liligren ConstructionHigh Home Price $375,000     Low Home Price $239,950Nampa School District;Grade School - Iowa Elementary SchoolJr High - South Middle SchoolSr High - Skyview High SchoolCounty/Area: Canyon CountyLocation: W. Greenhurst Rd. - Between 12th Ave Rd.(Hwy 45) And S. Midland Blvd.Map to Bayport Subdivision in Nampa, IDNampa Idaho Real Estate For Sale In;                                                 Bayport 05/05/2007

Bayhill Is A Nampa, Idaho Neighborhood Home Builder - CSC Homes, Salibury-Borah, Pallesen, Paramount, PondHigh Home Price $475,000     Low Home Price $339,900Nampa School District;Grade School - Sunny Ridge Elementary SchoolJr High - South Middle SchoolSr High - Skyview High SchoolCounty/Area: Canyon CountyLocation: Dooley Ln Off Of 12th Ave(Hwy45) - Between 12th Ave Rd. and S. Midland Blvd.Map to Bayhill Subdivision in Nampa, IDNampa Idaho Homes For Sale In;                                              Bayhill 05/05/2007

Autumn Breeze Is A Nampa, Idaho Neighborhood See Home Facts Below.Builder - Hubble HomesHigh Home Price $175,900    Low Home Price $145,000Nampa School District;Grade School - Greenhurst Elementary SchoolJr High - East Valley Middle SchoolSr High - Skyview High SchoolLocation: E. Greenhurst Rd. - Between Southside Blvd and S. Powerline Rd.Map to Autumn Breeze - Nampa, IdahoNampa, ID Homes For Sale In Autumn Breeze;Nampa, Idaho Real Estate and Homes For Sale 05/04/2007

 One of the things I remember growing up in Caldwell Idaho  is that neighboring Nampa was a big rival of those of us that lived in Caldwell.  There was and still is a huge rivalry between the Caldwell Cougars and the Nampa Bulldogs.  Street parades and tail gate parties were common a few days before these high school football teams would meet. Big brother Nampa has grown up since those days, so much so that it is now the largest city in Canyon County and the 2nd largest city in Idaho, 2nd only to the capital city of Boise.  The population of Nampa exploded the last few years and current conservative estimates place Nampa's population at 86,000 for the 2007 census.   The residential and commercial growth Nampa Idaho has been unprecedented and the real estate market remains very good, buc... 04/27/2007

 Northwest Nazarene University is a private, co-educational University located in Nampa, Idaho where my office is located.  Founded in 1913 it was formerly known as Northwest Nazarene College and received institution status in 1998.For the fourth consecutive year, Northwest Nazarene University has garnered a top-tier ranking as one of the leading Universities in the West by the U.S. News and World Report annual edition of "America's Best Colleges" edition.With a staff of 105 the University has 1,152 Undergraduates and 317 Postgraduates, the University offers four baccalaureate and five graduate programs.Northwest Nazarene University has six schools which are Academic Resources, Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Business and Economics; Education and Social Work; Health and Science; and ... 04/25/2007

Asbury Park Is A North West Nampa, Idaho Neighborhood See Home Facts Below.Builder - N/A Average Home Price $165,000    Average Size 1100 - 1700Sqft    Vallivue School District Elementary School: Central Canyon Elementary SchoolMiddle School: Vallivue Middle SchoolHigh School: Vallivue High SchoolCounty/Area: Canyon County Location:W. Moss Ln - Between Midway Rd. and N. Middleton Rd.Map to Asbury Park in Nampa, IDNorth West Nampa Homes For Sale In Asbury Park; 04/15/2007

4 Bdrm Single Family Houseoffered at $369,900Year Built2006 Sq Footage2,311 Bedrooms4 Bathrooms3 full, 0 partial Floors1 Parking3 Car garage Lot Size0.98 acres HOA/Maint$0 per monthDESCRIPTION Incredible Custom home by Shadowcreek Homes! 1-acre parcel with quick freeway access on private lane! Upstairs bonus suite has 4th bedroom, full bath and large bonus/ rec room! Large 3 car garage for all the toys! Granite counters, gas fireplace, Maple floors in kitchen, Dining and Entry, black appliances, custom Alder cabinets, coffered ceiling with indirect lighting in master suite, soaker tub.Main view all full size photosPROPERTY FEATURESCentral A/CCentral heatFireplaceHigh/Vaulted ceilingWalk-in closetHardwood floorFamily roomLiving roomBonus/Rec roomOffice/DenDining roomBreakfast nookDishwas... 01/30/2007

Types of Mortgages A fixed term (for example 15 to 30 years) and a fixed interest rate constitute a fixed rate mortgage. The interest rate and the term are fixed at the start of the mortgage. The monthly amount for the principal and interest will not change during the term of the mortgage giving the home buyer a lot of stability while managing his or her finances. If you would like to explore this form of mortgage please click here. An adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) has an interest rate, which will be adjusted up or down according to current interest rate levels. The monthly amount for your principal and interest payment will go up or down with these changes. A homebuyer could have both types of mortgages for the duration of the loan. For example, the first 15 years could be fixed and t... 01/22/2007

With a normal home loan you pay a monthly amount (principal and interest). With each month, the amount that you owe goes down and the equity in your home goes up. A reverse mortgage works just the opposite. With a reverse mortgage you can turn the equity in your home into cash. You do not have to make monthly payments. The cash may be paid to you in many different ways, such as a single lump sum payment, a regular monthly amount or you can get a credit line account which mean you can get the money as needed. You continue to own your home and receive money however your loan amount goes up and the equity that you have declines. 01/22/2007

It was 2nd in the US, the Boise/Nampa market, behind only Bend OR. Figures from 2005-2006. Check out the profile on our market here! http://www.mypropertywealth.com/cities.php?cityId=105 If you are an investor or are working with investors let them know about this. Idaho was also the #1 state overall in the US for % increase in appreciation from 2005-2006. Let me know if I can answer any questions. Check out property prices at my website: www.namparealtor.com I'd be glad to help any way I can with an investment property for anyone! Jason ProvencioRE/MAX River Valley208-371-2489  01/19/2007

Something I have a very hard time reading in MLS listings is the verbage "motivated seller"  because nothing says motivated seller like a price decrease on the listing.  As an agent are you not hurting your seller by saying in the agent comments "motivated seller"  To me this is the equivilant of putting the heading desperate on a singles ad, you are just asking for someone to come in and take total advantage of the individual. 11/07/2006