Short sale streamlining?  Finally...

Short sale streamlining? Finally…

This article details out what the U.S. Treasury plans to do to streamline short sales:
The U.S. Treasury Department last week unveiled a plan designed to streamline and encourage short sales, a move RE/MAX leaders have been advocating for some time.
Under provisions of the newly created “Foreclosure Alternatives Program,” the process will soon include [...]

Tax Assessments

Tax Assessments

The Idaho Statesman released an article today that may provide some relief for homeowners.  The tax assessments for 2009 have been completed and people should be receiving them as early as Monday.  There is a three week window to appeal the assessed value.  This is an easy process, but typically requires the assistance of a [...]

Free Radon Test Through Idaho Health and Welfare

Free Radon Test Through Idaho Health and Welfare

The Indoor Environment program was developed to inform and educate Idahoans about human health risks associated with exposure to indoor contaminants in homes and schools.
The program also develops ways to prevent or reduce exposure to these pollutants. The program addresses the indoor environment via two main projects:
 

The Indoor Air project includes information on indoor air [...]

Concentrate...

Concentrate…

Having trouble concentrating with the topsy-turvey times we’re facing right now?  This article will help with some pointers on how to concentrate and exercises to help us all through this difficult period.
http://encarta.msn.com/encnet/Features/Columns/?article=ConcentrationIsKey&gt1=27004

Bank Owned Property in Idaho

Bank Owned Property in Idaho

CHECK OUT THIS GREAT BUY
BANK OWNED
 
4421 Washington in Caldwell
 
-Brand new single level with 1750 sq feet/ 3bed/2bath/ formal living/ formal dining/ family room.
-A large kitchen with lots of counter space and adjacent eating area.
-The bedrooms are large, will easily accommodate two children in each.
-The house sits on a huge lot with an east backyard.
-Located near Caldwell schools [...]

Mortgage Rate May Fall to 4.2% according to some

Mortgage Rate May Fall to 4.2% according to some

While there are few people in the world who would be happier than I if the below article comes to fruition, I don’t advocate waiting.  The scariest part about predictions is they are just that.  In an era of remarkable economic swings, I feel better safe than sorry.  If refinancing is currently an option,  jump.   [...]

Open House This Weekend

Open House This Weekend

Join us at an open house, this weekend at 2259 E. Oakcrest in Meridian- This home just listed and would make a great rental or first time buyer home.  Here’s why-  3 bedrooms, 2 baths- split bedroom floor plan with formal living and family room.  There is a 3 car garage.  This is a 12 [...]

Have your cake and eat it too

Have your cake and eat it too

The media is constantly telling us that the lending world is frozen and money is not availalbe.  This simply is not true.  There are still many, many programs that go beyond the realms of typical lending guidelines.  Today I’m going to touch on one of my favories, the non-occupant co-borrower.  It’s a mouthful to say, [...]

IHFA Offers Tax Credit at Closing

IHFA Offers Tax Credit at Closing

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IHFA just released news that they will now offer a 2nd loan to cover the $8k tax credit available to first time buyers.  This would allow buyers to get the money up front(sooner than the check that comes from the IRS) and use it for closing costs, down payment, etc.  Call Jennifer Conklin)208-371-4766) at [...]