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393 Olde Park Pl Eagle, ID
This very well maintained property has endless potential. On almost an acre in the heart of Eagle, it’s a rare find! The property is zoned R4 so whether you want to live in a quaint home or dream of building something bigger, this place is perfect. This 1185 sq ft home is the definition of simple living. The pellet stove easily heats the whole home. Quiet street. Beautiful mature trees. Garden area. New Tuff shed with a loft for storage. The gravel driveway keeps the home clean from mud when flood irrigating. Let your imagination fly with this one. 3 bed 1 bath .90 acres See the listing here: https://s.paragonrels.com/goto/KlhtE8
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The Final Walkthrough Checklist
BY NATHAN SMITH With closing only a few short days away, the final walkthrough of a house is an exhilarating experience. This could be the first time you get to see your soon-to-be home empty, giving you an opportunity to imagine how you will build your life inside those four walls. However, things may not go as planned. While you might find no issues with the home, you may also find problems that will cause plenty of frustration and could delay your closing. Follow the tips below so you can be prepared and make the most of your final walkthrough. What is a final walkthrough? This walkthrough is simply a…
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Why Hire a Buyer’s Agent?
Many people have a preconceived idea that real estate agents have an easy job. They get to go around and open doors to beautiful homes; clients buy it; and the deal is done. I’d like to blame HGTV and Bravo, but it’s mostly a lack of understanding of what a real estate agent does. I decided to finally make a list of SOME of the things we do during the home buying process (in no way could I make a list of all the very very random situations that come up in this industry): We have our buyer’s best interest at heart. We understand the market. We have a lot…
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Local Business Spotlight: Harding Homes
Black Pine Real Estate at Boise Premier would like to introduce you to Dennis with Harding Homes. Take a moment to learn what sets them apart from other builders in the Treasure Valley. Video credit: Marc Young Photography
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Local Business Spotlight: Floating Feather Farm
Black Pine Real Estate at Q5 Brokers would like to introduce you to Kathryn, the owner of Floating Feather Farm in Eagle, ID 🌻Take a moment to learn how she started her business and the amazing things she has to offer the Treasure Valley. Video credit: Marc Young Photography How did you get the idea or concept for your business? I have always wanted a garden but never had the space for it. When we moved to Idaho 2.5 we wanted land. We moved into our current property, which is almost 2 acres, in the fall of 2018. Funny, at the time I absolutely didn’t want more than 2 acres…
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Where Will I Move If I Sell My House?
If I sell my house where am I going to go? I have been hearing this question quite a lot recently, so I wanted to dive into it a bit today. It’s definitely a seller’s market right now across the United States, but especially here in the Treasure Valley. If you’re considering selling your home, but you’re worried about finding another home before your closing date, then listen up. I want to suggest a few solutions to this problem. When you’re selling your home for a higher price, then you can buy a higher priced home for the same/similar mortgage. We’ve hit historic lows with the current interest rates which really…
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Getting a Home Ready to Sell
There are a million lists out there that tell sellers what to do in order to get their home ready to sell. It’s important to not get overwhelmed and focus on things that will really get the job done. Different markets help determine what a lot of people are willing to do. If it’s a hot market for sellers then they are less likely to spend much to get their home staged. Here are a few tips that are inexpensive and effective: Take down personal items. We all love to have family portraits and pictures hanging in our homes, but during this time it’s not ideal. You want the new…
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5 Things You Probably Didn’t Realize You Need as a New Homeowner
You’re about to buy your first home; what an exciting time! You’re probably planning the design and furniture layout, maybe even made a few trips to TJ Maxx or Target. Decorating is one of the most fun parts about being a homeowner; you can design it however you want and nobody can tell you no. Before you get too carried away with all the fun things, I want to provide a list of a few items you shouldn’t forget before you move in. I bought my first home in 2015 (oh boy, it seems like it was just the other day). I had lots of help from family and friends,…
