Realtor Kathryn

🖤 been seeing a lot of new agents jump into the game and be totally shell shocked and broke by the end of their first 6 months. If you’re thinking about it, check this out first.

Remember that offer I wrote on the open house I hosted where the investor couple walked in an wanted to write an offer on it same day? Ya well it’s pending!!! 🎉🎉🎉 that’s TWICE now that I’ve had this happen.

Excited to work with the dream team on this one 🎉🎉

✨Open House✨
This Saturday!!!

📍3559 E Muleskinner Dr, Boise, ID

🛏️ 3 bed
🚿 2 bath
📐 1,069 sqft
🚗 2 car garage
🔨 1994 year built
🏡 .14 acre
💰 $395,000 asking price

“Welcome to Columbia Village! In the highly sought after Southeast Boise location, this lovely single level home will meet all of your needs. Featuring new hardwood flooring throughout, new interior and exterior paint, and new kitchen appliances, cabinetry, and countertops. Along with a new water heater, HVAC and less than 3-year-old roof. This home is turn-key ready! With a short distance to downtown Boise, in close proximity to the Simplot Sports Complex, Barber Park and the Boise River, this home is perfect for any buyer! Don't miss out on this rare opportunity.”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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✨Open House✨
Today!!

📍2949 Sun City Ave, Star

🛏️ 3 bed
🚿 3 bath
📐 2,287 sqft
🚗 3 car garage
🔨 2023 year built
🏡 6,534 sqft lot
💰 $649,900 asking price

This award winning parade home by Hunter Homes has it all and a view!!! This 2287sqft home boasts everything but standard features with Bausch appliances, LVP flooring, quartz countertops, soft close custom cabinets, smart home technology throughout, a large owner's suite with a gorgeous primary bath! The upstairs bonus room will have mouth dropping views, full bath, and a wet bar! The large balcony patio is perfect for entertaining and taking in all the scenery! A ton of storage with an oversized 3car garage! You can still pick your colors and have some say in selections! Make this gorgeous home YOURS! Photos similar

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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Got our engagement pictures back so prepare to be spammed 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

✨Open House✨
This Sunday!!!

📍1170 N Champions Place, Eagle, ID

🛏️ 5 bed
🚿 3.5 bath
📐 3,771 sqft
🚗 2 car garage
🔨 2023 year built
🏡 8,712 sqft lot
💰 $1,049,990 asking price

“Waterfront luxury living in Eagle! This stunning new construction fully custom home offers almost 4,000 square feet of pure elegance. Nestled in the heart of Eagle, this waterfront retreat boasts breathtaking east facing views from its backyard! Step inside and be captivated by the spaciousness of this home. With 5 generously sized bedrooms, a large office and a chef's kitchen with a walk in pantry and large laundry room, the carefully designed layout provides both privacy and togetherness, making it perfect for modern living. Indulge in the luxurious amenities throughout, including 3.5 exquisite baths that exude high end finish-work. The attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this home, from the high-end finishes to the immaculate craftsmanship. As you walk on the softest carpet ever, you'll feel like you're walking on clouds, while the 20' ceilings full of windows invite an abundance of natural light, creating a warm and inviting space throughout! Two blocks from Star Charter School & Golf!”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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✨Open House✨
This Friday and Saturday!!!

📍5705 W Donatella St, Eagle, ID

🛏️ 3 bed
🚿 3.5 bath
📐 2,663 sqft
🚗 3 car garage
🔨 2018 year built
🏡 10,454 sqft lot
💰 $785,000 asking price

“MOVE-IN PERFECT: fresh paint & new fixtures, your PEACEFUL & PRIVATE & PRISTINE PIECE OF IDAHO! 3 Bed 3.5 Bath single level living with XL upper guest ensuite/bonus in amenity rich, serene Lilac Springs. Toll Bros custom home for your Idaho haven. Gallery style entry leads to Great room right sized for living, dining & entertaining. Light & bright chef’s Kitchen boasts quartz counters, warm wood cabinets, island seating, farmhouse sink, dbl oven range, micro, pantry. Large Primary w/spacious ensuite, dual vanities, glass/tile shower, soaking tub, ample walk-in & linen closet, door to back covered patio w/beautiful mature landscaping in a meticulously groomed & private yard. Split bedroom layout provides privacy. 2nd bed features XL window seat, 3rd bed between full bath & powder room. XLarge upper guest room ensuite/bonus offers options for multi uses & w/ full bath & closet. Laundry w/Storage room. 3+ car garage @ 881 sq ft room for toys & storage. Community pool, courts, park, walking paths & pond.”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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My favorite wedding dates, best dance partners and sillies goobers. 🥹

We’re currently in WA again for the 4th of July and a concert in Portland! But two days ago our friends got hitched and I got to be a bridesmaid 🖤 soooo much fun. I LOVE weddings. So does miss Mia. She was dancing the entire night (even during speeches) 😂

I hope you all have an amazing 4th of July!!

✨Open House✨
This Saturday from 12-4pm!!!

📍9848 W Aviara St, Star, ID

🛏️ 3 bed
🚿 2.5 bath
📐 2,857 sqft
🚗 2 car garage
🔨 2023 year built
🏡 7,841 sqft lot
💰 $749,990 asking price

“Welcome to the "Wallace" floorplan by RTL Homes. Plan features 10' ceilings gorgeous custom trim and wall details, 8' doors, an oversized kitchen island with double cabinets for plenty of storage. Beautiful walk-in butler's pantry with plenty of prep space, beverage fridge included and room for a coffee bar. The kitchen includes an Italian made Bertazzoni oven with a Bosch secondary oven. This home is designed with entertaining in mind! Custom cabinetry throughout with soft close and quartz countertops. Floating shelves in great room, designer hardwood flooring, tile bathroom floors with full tile shower. Oversized covered patio, full landscaping and full fencing included. This luxurious home is a must-see for certain in Star, ID. Great location less than a mile away from River Birch Golf Course!”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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Helping Anna and Zach buy a home was such a sweet process.

Sometimes I get caught up in the tough transactions, the ones that come back to haunt you because it went so badly. Those ones happen once every once in a while, but these ones happen all the time.

The closing went smooth, inspection went smooth, appraisal went smooth and so I feel like it’s an unimportant transaction but to this family? To this family it was the most important transaction ever, and I helped them make it happen. Not only that but I made what they thought would be an extremely stressful process, a worry free, stress free process. Thankful for the normal transactions and blessed that I get to be a part of them 🖤🥹

✨Open House✨
This Wednesday from 12-4pm!!!

📍9848 W Aviara St, Star, ID

🛏️ 3 bed
🚿 2.5 bath
📐 2,857 sqft
🚗 2 car garage
🔨 2023 year built
🏡 7,841 sqft lot
💰 $749,990 asking price

“Welcome to the "Wallace" floorplan by RTL Homes. Plan features 10' ceilings gorgeous custom trim and wall details, 8' doors, an oversized kitchen island with double cabinets for plenty of storage. Beautiful walk-in butler's pantry with plenty of prep space, beverage fridge included and room for a coffee bar. The kitchen includes an Italian made Bertazzoni oven with a Bosch secondary oven. This home is designed with entertaining in mind! Custom cabinetry throughout with soft close and quartz countertops. Floating shelves in great room, designer hardwood flooring, tile bathroom floors with full tile shower. Oversized covered patio, full landscaping and full fencing included. This luxurious home is a must-see for certain in Star, ID. Great location less than a mile away from River Birch Golf Course!”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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WA was fun but I’m soooo glad to be back in Idaho. Anyone else thankful they live in such a great state? 🙋🏼‍♀️

I’ve been running nonstop for about 2 weeks now and it’s not stopping anytime soon. 😭

We drove around the entire WA peninsula to see Forks, Ruby Beach, and Port Angeles. Got to see a Mariner’s game. Drove up to Crystal Mountain Ski Resort to scope out a wedding venue. Walked around downtown Olympia. Drove up to the Sound and saw my sweet friends get married! Flew back to Boise and went to a Bachelorette party all weekend! 😪😴 IM POOPED!

Then this week I’m doing 18 hrs or continuing education 🎉
Hosting an open tomorrow in Sunnyfield Estates!! Buying 1975 tickets 👀 and serving coffee again this weekend at my church.

I think I need to book a trip for the middle of nowhere with no cell signal here soon….😂

This transaction was a dream, dream home with no issues, dream clients, dream team with !!

So excited for this family to make this place their own! 🖤

The west coast will always have my heart 🖤

Moving out of Washington to Idaho was a heartbreaking time for me. I was depressed for 6 month. I had no friends or family and I missed the rain and the Evergreens.

But now that I’m out, going back is the heartbreaking part. For such a beautiful state, it’s so run down. It’s unsafe, not kid friendly, and the people are just downright mean sometimes.

Now that’s not true of everywhere or everyone but moving to Idaho really felt like a snap back to reality. No, crime like this ISN’T happening everywhere else. No, housing prices and taxes aren’t just as bad anywhere else.

Moving can be scary and exhausting but if you find yourself thinking about the future your kids are going to have and if they’ll be able to feel safe in their own neighborhood, maybe it’s time to look into moving. It’s not for everyone, but I’m thankful I’m in Idaho now. And even more thankful I can drive home in 8 hours for a vacation to still enjoy the natural beauty of Washington!

Here’s to 24 and the best year yet ✨

Yesterday was amazing 🖤 thank you all for the love

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✨Open House✨
This Saturday and Sunday!!!

📍1683 S Annett St, Boise, ID

🛏️ 2 bed
🚿 2.5 bath
📐 1,368 sqft
🚗 2 car garage
🔨 1999 year built
💰 $365,000 asking price

“This move-in ready condo that lives like a townhome will not last long. Two spacious bedrooms plus a lofted office to fit a desk and more, you have all the space you need just moments from the heart of Boise! Downtown and BSU both under five minutes away, with the Bench's best at your fingertips as well. Come for the prime location, stay for the sun-drenched living space & vaulted ceilings, in a quiet neighborhood with HOA covered exterior maintenance, AND two car garage. Living area has beautiful hardwood in great condition. Don't miss the adorable back patio to boot--a gardener's dream without extra landscaping work. And all for under $400k.. don't walk; run!”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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✨Open House✨
This Saturday!!!

📍4268 N Sunny Side Ave, Meridian

I get the privilege to host the Targhee by Alturas Homes again THIS Saturday, the last weekend of the Parade of homes.

So come see me at #13!!!

📞 208.789.6446
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Join me on Friday right here on Instagram to see some of the Parade of homes!

Here are some of the homes highlights 😍

As a Realtor, I like to try and work with everyone where they’re at.

I’ve worked with all cash buyers, I’ve worked with buyers drowning in debt. I’ve worked with 500 credit scores and 800 (I didn’t think that was a thing but it is). I’ve worked with 70 year olds and 19 year old. VA, USDA, FHA, and conventional alike!

So what makes a good client a good client? Here’s what I LOVE to see out of a home buyer.

- Recognizes I’m a human

-They don’t yell at me (I’m just the messenger!!)

-Tell me EXACTLY what they want in a home

-Have their paperwork READY! 😍😍

-They understand we don’t just open doors

-Don’t try to “cheapen” my paycheck

-Ask ALL the questions (and I mean ALL of them)

If you’re curious about the home buying process at all, snag that 🤑 FREE Homebuyer’s Guide in my Instagram Bio!

UM WHAT?!?

You know that open house I hosted yesterday? Ya well I met this super sweet couple and I connected with them, they got their preapproval we submitted an offer and now we’re PENDING on that same house!!! 🎉🎉🎉

LIKE WOW! Sooo fricken stoked for this one and can’t wait to take it on with

📍1275 Mountain Lion Ave, Star, ID

🛏️ 3 bed
🚿 2.5 bath
📐 1,619 sqft
🚗 2 car garage
🔨 2012 year built
🏡 7,841 sqft lot
💰 $467,000 asking price

“Looking in Star under $500k? Look no further! This home boasts everything you need with a main level master, vaulted ceilings, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and rich custom cabinetry. Perfect for working from home with an upstairs bonus/office hybrid room, which could also be a 4th bedroom (no closet but plenty of space). Sellers have taken fantastic care of this property with new carpet, updated landscaping, new fridge & washer/dryer, and exceptional pride of ownership. Come enjoy Hunter's Creek, peaceful and well cared for community that offers both privacy and convenience. Walking distance to Star Elementary and Hunter's Creek Sports Park, and a stone's throw from everything Star has to offer! Come see for yourself the warmth of this pristine home--very easy to show. If you've been looking for your own tranquil Star retreat, this is your chance!”

✨Open House✨
This Saturday!!!

📍1857 E Expedition Dr, Meridian, ID

⏰ 11am-1pm

🛏️ 5 bed
🚿 4 bath
📐 3,897 sqft
🚗 3 car garage
🔨 2006 year built
🏡 .3 acre lot
💰 $899,000 asking price

“This gorgeous home is packed with amenities! Freshly painted inside with updated fixtures, hardwood flooring just redone, tons of storage, walk-in closets, central vacuum, laundry chute, dual furnace & AC, 18ft ceiling. Bonus room has home theater system with projector. RV garage for your toys with 220 AMP, garden area, fire pit, hot tub, generator and large covered patio. Just minutes away from schools, shopping, Meridian Village. Neighborhood has parks and community pool. What's not to love??!!”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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✨Open House✨
This Friday!!!

📍1275 Mountain Lion Ave, Star, ID

🛏️ 3 bed
🚿 2.5 bath
📐 1,619 sqft
🚗 2 car garage
🔨 2012 year built
🏡 7,841 sqft lot
💰 $467,000 asking price

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Looking in Star under $500k? Look no further! This home boasts everything you need with a main level master, vaulted ceilings, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and rich custom cabinetry. Perfect for working from home with an upstairs bonus/office hybrid room, which could also be a 4th bedroom (no closet but plenty of space). Sellers have taken fantastic care of this property with new carpet, updated landscaping, new fridge & washer/dryer, and exceptional pride of ownership. Come enjoy Hunter's Creek, peaceful and well cared for community that offers both privacy and convenience. Walking distance to Star Elementary and Hunter's Creek Sports Park, and a stone's throw from everything Star has to offer! Come see for yourself the warmth of this pristine home--very easy to show. If you've been looking for your own tranquil Star retreat, this is your chance!”

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
✉️ [email protected]

✨OPEN HOUSE (5/13)✨
This Saturday!!!

📍445 E Merino St, Kuna, ID

🛏️ 5 bed
🚿 2.5 bath
📐 2,762 sqft
🚗 3 car garage
🔨 2017 year built
🏡 10,019 sqft lot
💰 $639,000 asking price

“Gorgeous 5 bedroom/2.5 bath home on almost 1/4 ace in Patagonia subdivision! This home has a bright and airy open floor plan! Bonus room is off of the kitchen with a separate entrance. Large pantry, tech nook, and large mud bench area also next to the kitchen. Office on the main floor with a closet and separate entrance, can also be used as the 5th bedroom. All bedrooms and laundry are upstairs. Spacious master suite & bath with a walk-in closet. 3rd garage bay is pass through, but is currently being used as an office/podcasting studio. “

Interested in this home? DM me to book a private showing!

📞 208.789.6446
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Here’s the lineup for this weekend (5/5/23):

-CORE BUILDING CO ( #6)

-TRESIDIO HOMES ( #28)

-BERKELEY BUILDING CO ( #30)

-SHADOW MOUNTAIN HOMES ( #29)

-BRIGHTON CORPORATION ( #14)

-JAMES CLYDE HOMES ( #12)

-ALTURAS HOMES ( #13)

Make sure to follow for all things Parade of Homes virtually 🖤

SOLD!

This one was a tough one but I couldn’t be happier for these buyers. Tresidio was an incredible builder and did an amazing job on this home.

Inventory up? Prices down?

What are your predictions for April? 👀

Let’s talk the market

Everyone and their mother has an opinion on the market but I’m going to be frank with you.

I can’t buy right now, I haven’t made commission in Idaho for 2 full years yet so I have to wait another year, but if I could buy right now, I would.

Interest rates are fluctuating between 6-7% and that may seem high (cause it is) but if rates drop again to the 4s, prices are going to shoot through the roof. We always say “date the rate marry the price” cause it’s true. When you buy a home you are stuck with that price point for as long as you own the home. You’re not stuck with that interest rate though.

My predictions for the most expensive months to buy this year are June-August. I get it that that’s when a lot of people HAVE to buy, and no shame if you do! Just know that price wise, you’ll be footing the largest bill.

If you’re able to get into a home before June, DO IT! If you can wait until September, DO IT!

✨Open House✨
This Sunday!!

7593 W Itasco Dr, Boise

🛏️ 4 bed
🚿 2 bath
📐 2,438 sqft

“Welcome to this stunning home in the heart of Boise! Built just one year ago, this home boasts all the modern amenities you desire. You'll love the open floor plan of this home, which features a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace and a wine/coffee bar area, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen has granite countertops, custom cabinets with soft close drawers/cabinets with pull outs and a spacious walk in pantry. With three bedrooms, an office space (which could be a fourth bedroom) and a huge upstairs bonus room with Mountain View’s and dual zoned heating/cooling, there's plenty of space for family and guests. Each room is bright, airy, and ready for your personal touch. Extra upgrades include: Raised bathroom vanities with soft close drawers/cabinets and a finished garage. Don't miss this opportunity to own this beautiful home in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Boise. Easy access to Costco, shopping and the freeway!”

There’s an amazing home loan option available for homeowners and buyers over 62 years of age where you’ll NEVER❌ have to pay another mortgage payment again!

Sound too good to be true? I promise it’s not.

Message me to see how you can qualify. 🎉

The Key to this market: 🔑
(See what I did there?)

With interest rates being so high 📈and unstable, it’s not the best time for new home owners that are maxing their budget to buy. If you are staying within 2/3 of your max in order to afford the home you want then it’s a great time!

Why? Let’s say you get preapproved for $500,000 at 7.0% interest rate. You go under contract for a home around $400,000, if interest rates go up to 8.0% you’ll still be in the clear monthly payment wise. 🎉

Should those people even still buy right now? YES. ✅If you can afford the interest rates right now, do it. Home prices are low low in comparison to where they would be if rates were lower. Homes that are probably worth closer to $800,000 are going for $650,000 because of demand decrease.

So that $400,000 home you’re getting will be $550,000 in 2 years and you can refinance when rates do drop back down. 💰🤑

It’s a win win but only if you can swing it