Area Real Estate News & Market Trends

You’ll find our blog to be a wealth of information, covering everything from local market statistics and home values to community happenings. That’s because we care about the community and want to help you find your place in it. Please reach out if you have any questions at all. We’d love to talk with you!

Nov. 30, 2019

5701 Sunset Dr- Open House Sat 11/30!

OPEN HOUSE Today Sat 11/30- 12-4pm

5701 Sunset Dr. Nampa ID 83686

Don't miss this great starter home with huge backyard! Updated throughout in 2014, windows and siding updated in 2018. Home is easy to maintain with no carpet and mudrooms off entry and back door. Fully fenced backyard has chicken coop, garden space, shed, full sprinklers and open to endless potential! Close to town with shopping, dining and hospital.

CLICK HERE for Full Details

Posted in Listing Updates
Nov. 29, 2019

Thanksgiving Leftovers?

Have too many Thanksgiving leftovers? Here's a receipt for Turkey Cranberry Sliders! 

CLICK HERE for the full recipe on Pinterest! 

ENJOY! 

Posted in Things to do
Nov. 25, 2019

NEW LISTING! 5701 Sunset Dr. Nampa ID 83686

5701 Sunset Dr. Nampa ID 83686

Don't miss this great starter home with huge backyard! Updated throughout in 2014, windows and siding updated in 2018. Home is easy to maintain with no carpet and mudrooms off entry and back door. Fully fenced backyard has chicken coop, garden space, shed, full sprinklers and open to endless potential! Close to town with shopping, dining and hospital.

CLICK HERE for full details! 

Posted in Listing Updates
Nov. 23, 2019

Tips for prepping Thanksgiving!

Do you have family coming into town this week for Thanksgiving? We have some tips to help you prepare!

- Clean out the refrigerator, freezer and pantry before trash day to make room for all the food (and leftovers).

- Make up the guest room ahead of time.

- If you're hosting, pre-make some items before the big day. CLICK HERE for the Food Network list.

- Set the table this weekend so you have time to find the gravy boat in storage. 

 

This is always a stressful time of year so remember to be thankful and grateful.

Also, if you find yourself thinking your house is just too small for your family...we can help with that!

CLICK HERE for a link to a FREE Home Valuation to see what your home is worth then we can start the search for a larger home that will fit the whole family alittle easier! 

 

 

Posted in Things to do
Nov. 21, 2019

2518 N Meadowglen Pl- New Lower Price and Open House!

2518 N Meadowglen Place. Meridian, ID 83646

OPEN HOUSE 11/22- 4-6pm & 11/23 2-4pm! 

MUST SEE! Well maintained home with oversized 2 car garage and RV parking. Kitchen has island/breakfast bar, pantry and SS refrigerator. Master bedroom has attached bath with dual vanities and walk in closet. Flooring in home is newly cleaned carpet and tile. Fully fenced backyard has extended concrete patio, plumbed for gas bbq and shed! Located in mature subdivision, close to shopping and dining at The Village.

CLICK HERE for full details

Contact Jessica to schedule showing- 208-989-9164

 

 

 

Posted in Listing Updates
Nov. 20, 2019

Agent Spotlight- Rachel Cochern

RACHEL COCHERN- Realtor®

Rachel grew up in Eagle, ID when the it was a small town of under 3,000 people! She's watched the growth in the Treasure Valley first hand making her a local expert of our area. She always helps her clients find the perfect home in the right area to suits all their needs. She strives to expand her Real Estate knowledge by continuously working on educating herself in the industry. In her free time she loves to golf, camp, hike, and travel. Please keep Rachel in mind for all of your Real Estate needs!

Phone: 208-941-5439

Rachel@packitupboise.com 

Posted in General
Nov. 18, 2019

New to Boise during the Holiday Season?

 

Whether this your first Holiday Season in Boise or you're a local Idahoan, here's our list of Top 5 places to view incredible Holiday lights in the Treasure Valley! 

- The Village at Meridian Tree Lighting Ceremony- 11/21 6pm

- Caldwell Winter Wonderland- 11/22 5-10pm

- Festival of Trees- 11/27 10am-9pm 

- Idaho Botanical Gardens Winter Garden Aglow- 11/28 6-9pm 

- Downtown Boise Tree Lighting- 11/29 5pm 

CLICK HERE for KTVB's full event guide with hours, pricing and locations! 

Some Fun Facts about lights...

- Thomas Edison was responsible for the first light display in 1880

- The tradition of Christmas lights started in North America

- In America, an estimated 150 million lights sets are sold each year. 

Posted in Things to do
Nov. 15, 2019

2518 N Meadowglen Place- Open House this Saturday!

2518 N Meadowglen Place. Meridian, ID 83646

OPEN HOUSE 11/16- 11-2pm! 

MUST SEE! Well maintained home with oversized 2 car garage and RV parking. Kitchen has island/breakfast bar, pantry and SS refrigerator. Master bedroom has attached bath with dual vanities and walk in closet. Flooring in home is newly cleaned carpet and tile. Fully fenced backyard has extended concrete patio, plumbed for gas bbq and shed! Located in mature subdivision, close to shopping and dining at The Village.

CLICK HERE for full details

Contact Jessica to schedule showing- 208-989-9164

 

 

 

Posted in Listing Updates
Nov. 13, 2019

Agent Spotlight!

Our team not only wants the best for our clients, but we also want you to feel comfortable with the people you'll be working with! Every week we'll be putting one of our agents in the spotlight, this way you can get to know them a little better on a more personal level! Let's get started! This week we're talking about our agent Jessica! 

As someone who always loved interior design and looking at homes, real estate was always something she wanted to do. Now, a little over 5 years later and Jessica is still in the business! She strives to helping clients find "their" perfect home! Their Idahome! She was born and raised here in the Treasure Valley, and has even started a family of her own, including an adorable little boy who will be turning 3 in March. In Jessica's free time she likes to go wakesurfing (boat), dirt biking, snow skiing, snowboarding, fishing, running and hiking. Is there anything she can't do?! 

 

 

 

Posted in Things to do
Nov. 11, 2019

Veterans Day and VA loans

Happy Veterans Day from our team!! If you're out and about or know a veteran, please make sure to thank them for their service. It's important to show appreciation to those who sacrificed a lot, including their own lives; to keep us safe. So, in honor of today, we'd like to give you some more information on VA loans. We support our veterans and love working with them! 

  • You do not need a down-payment unless it's required by the lender. 
  • The VA also provides guidance, and policies to ensure they can provide solutions to borrowers who may have difficulties keeping their property. They want to help avoid any foreclosure.
  • There is no maximum amount on how much you can borrow to finance your home when using the VA. There is an amount of liability though. 
  • You can use the VA to buy a home as a primary residence (This can be either existing or new construction.) As well as refinance an existing loan.
  • Minimum property requirements.
  • One-time VA funding fee, which can be included in the loan. If you receive VA disability compensation, you are exempt from the VA funding fee.

 

 For more information CLICK HERE or contact someone from our team!!

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