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Home prices in Ada County were up again in September

Ada County's Fast-Paced Real Estate Market Continued in September

Ever-evolving, Zoo Boise is a fantastic place for everyone - even by yourself. Spend a lunch hour there roaming the grounds, or come with friends and family.

Zoo Boise - One of Idaho's Greatest Gems

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In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today's rates truly a bargain?
While average mortgage rates have drifted between 4% and 5% in...

Lowest Mortgage Rates In History: What It Means for Homeowners & Buyers | Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Mortgage rates are currently at historic lows. Find out how this can affect you as a homeowner, or a buyer looking for a new home.

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In this day and age where many people are resorting to buying online rather than going in-store for purchases, this is becoming a rampant trend.
What is brushing?
Simply put, it's receiving an unsolicited...

Fraud Alert! News From Our Technology Partners Online merchant brushing is becoming rampant

The Fed Remains Accommodative; Retail is Bouncing Back

Neither the Federal Reserve meeting nor the economic data had much impact on mortgage markets over the past week. Rates again ended little changed, close to record-low levels.
At Wednesday's meeting, Fed officials confirmed what most...

From Our Lending Partners at Idaho Central Credit Union Economic data and housing mortgage rates

Get into Outdoor Learning
The City of Trees, the valley's many parks, and the surrounding foothills are rich with learning opportunities for all ages. With most of the valley's schools in some combination of online school and after a summer of social distancing and activities that were likely...

Outdoor Adventure in Boise The City of Trees, the valley's many parks, and the surrounding foothills are rich with learning opportunities for all ages.

Valley Home Prices Continue to Rise Amid Low Inventory
By Breanna Vanstrom, Chief Executive Officer, Boise Regional REALTORS®

The median sales price for all homes sold in Ada County in August reached $400,000, up 12.7% year-over-year, surpassing the previous high in July 2020 of $390,000.
Our...

Lack of Inventory Continues to Drive Home Prices Our home prices continue to be driven by a shrinking supply of existing homes available for sale compared to demand, more new homes selling at ever higher prices, increased purchase power due to low mortgage rates, and now, buyer activity being compressed

Are you in the market for a new home and considering one that needs work?
Buying a house that requires renovations can be a great way to find a deal, but before you decide to move forward with an offer to purchase, ask yourself some important questions.

Can Your Budget Accommodate Renovations...

Is a Fixer-Upper Right for You? Are you in the market for a new home and considering one that needs work? Buying a house that requires renovations can be a great way to find a deal, but before you decide to move forward with an offer to purchase, ask yourself some important questions.

Healthcare professionals have long promoted spending time around water as an effective method of relieving stress. Nearly 23 million people each year participate in paddlesports as an eco-friendly way to enjoy the physical and mental benefits of water-based activities.
Fortunately, Boiseans have...

Best Places to Go Paddling Near Boise | Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Explore the lakes and rivers we have near the Boise area! Learn about some of the best places to go paddling throughout Boise with our latest blog post.

If you have plans to sell your home, solid home staging can make your property more attractive to potential buyers. Feel like your home is lacking in space or worry that it feels cramped? Our real estate agents know that a few simple changes will help make your home feel roomy and uncluttered during...

7 Creative Ways to Make Your Home Look More Spacious | Coldwell Banker Tomlinson When it comes to making your home look more spacious, there are several interior design tricks you can try! Learn about creative ways to make your space feel roomier on our blog.

How to Spot and Protect Against Scam Emails
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Spam, phishing, and spoofing emails are not legitimate and are phishing for account credentials to your email and/or Dropbox account. If you have entered any credentials into any link from...

Email Alert! Be Aware of Spam, Phishing, & Spoofing Email spamming, phishing, and spoofing are getting worse. Be vigilant!

Ada County Housing Market Sets Records in July
By Breanna Vanstrom, Chief Executive Officer, Boise Regional REALTORS®

In July, the median sales price for homes sold in Ada County reached $390,000, inventory bottomed out at 743, closed sales hit a high mark at 1,402, and pending sales soared...

The Residential Housing Market in Ada County Sees Record-Setting Numbers The Boise area housing market set new records for July.

The Services Sector Improves; Inflation Falls

Overview
Over the past week, the economic data continued to reflect a stronger than expected recovery following the partial shutdown due to the pandemic. Mortgage rates held relatively steady near-record-low levels.
The major economic reports...

From Our Lending Partners at Idaho Central Credit Union Idaho Central is the premier credit union in Idaho and offers full-service locations throughout the Treasure Valley, Magic Valley, Eastern Idaho, and North Idaho. We continue to look for expansion opportunities in order to meet the needs of our members.

Planning on moving soon? Here are some of our top safety tips for moving during COVID-19 to protect your family and your belongings.
By Laura McHolm, co-founder of NorthStar Moving Company
Coldwell Banker Blue Matter
Over the past few months, we have all been learning how to adapt to the changes...

Tips for Moving During COVID-19 Moving might be necessary even during the pandemic. With some extra planning and by following guidelines set forth by the CDC and WHO, moving can be done safely.

Boise, are you ready to play ball? Pickleball is one of the nation's fastest-growing sports. This fun hybrid of tennis, badminton, and table tennis is catching on in schools, senior centers, and local outdoor spaces. Players can play one-on-one or in teams of two, taking turns hitting a plastic ball...

Where to Play Pickleball in the Boise Area this Summer | Coldwell Banker Tomlinson There are many pickleball courts in the Boise area where you can learn how to play this popular sport. See where you can play pickleball in the area over on our blog.

Low Inflation Helps Keep Rates at Record Lows

Overview
During a light week for economic data, investors remained focused on the concerning spread of the coronavirus in many regions. Mortgage rates dropped slightly to new record-low levels.
Reduced economic activity resulting from the...

From Our Lending Partners at Idaho Central Credit Union Idaho Central is the premier credit union in Idaho and offers full-service locations throughout the Treasure Valley, Magic Valley, Eastern Idaho, and North Idaho. We continue to look for expansion opportunities in order to meet the needs of our members.

Your Oldies Playlist for Summer

Need to inject some fun energy into your summer at home? We dug through the (pre-70s!) archives to compile ten of our favorite summer tunes (plus a few bonus songs to keep you moving) – in no particular order. Get the kids and the dog, turn up the volume,...

Get Your Summer Groove on with this Oldies Playlist Fun Summer Dance Songs

There are a lot of ways to gain an edge when you're listing your home for sale, but few are more effective than staging. When it comes to showing your home in the best possible light, it pays to go the extra mile.
We have lots of experience staging and showing homes, and we're happy to share some...

Lights, Camera, Action! 6 Tips for Staging Your Home for Real Estate Photos | Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Set the stage for the best real estate photos possible of your Boise home. Follow these tips over on our blog for staging your home before taking real estate photos.

These common items in your home need to be cleaned regularly. Now, more than ever, it's important to clean and sanitize these easy-to-forget items.
By Lindsay Listanski, Coldwell Banker Blue Matter

Did you know there are 10 MILLION bacteria per square inch of a kitchen sponge? (dailymail.co.uk)...

When was the Last Time You Cleaned These 20 Items? Cleaning and sanitizing has never been more important. Make sure to include these 20 items on a regular basis!

Like all industries, the real estate world is in unchartered territory when it comes to navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. Flexibility and adaptation are key. As Idaho begins to reopen, what might we expect in the housing market?
Two significant indicators of real estate market activity – numbers...

Home Sellers & Buyers Return to Market As IDAHO REBOUNDS Begins With Idaho beginning their phased reopening, what does the real estate market look like?

COVID-19 is a new reality that is now affecting our homes and the way we live. It's more important than ever to clean and sanitize your home. We've combined a spring-cleaning checklist with tips from the CDC to help you protect your home. Here are some best practices to keep your home clean and virus-free.
Disinfecting...

Spring Tips for Cleaning & Disinfecting Your Home Spring is here and it's a great time to tidy up your home before you get tied up with summer activities. Here are some spring cleaning tips you might not think of.

Always knew that Boise was a great place to retire. Lots of sunshine, low humidity, mild winter, great medical and affordable housing

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Strong sales in 2019 as in 2018. Buying a home is a challenge due to low inventory, however let me run some bots in order to find you the right home.

What a wonderful community. Hundreds of people came to honor our veterans at Idaho Veterans Cemetery today as part of Wreaths Across America. I have been to all six years events

Me thinks Inc.com overstates, however as part of a startup in Boise thirty years ago, we couldn't have possibly gotten off the ground if we had been in a high cost area.
For those that love the downtown life, there a number of condos and lofts available.
George Minow
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Group
208.867.0532

Boise Set Out to Become the Next Austin or Seattle. Instead, It's On Track to Become the Next Silicon Valley Long known for its cool vibe, the Idaho capital is challenging Seattle and Portland as a hotspot for entrepreneurs.

What's up? Real estate prices and growth in Boise, Idaho. Give me a call if you are looking for a new home or if you are interested in investing in this market
George Minow
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Group
208.867.0532

The hottest housing markets of 2020 are far from the coasts Home buyers next year are expected to flock to smaller, more affordable cities, according to Realtor.com.

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