Boise’s Best Realtors

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Stage Two and Company, the latest in staging companies is taking over the Treasure Valley.  With over 10 years in staging experience, their warm contemporary style and attention to detail has won over the hearts(and wallets) of many builders and sellers.  Boise Hunter Homes moved a home in just 14 days with the influence of Stage Two and Company, and the average selling time is 14 days.  Very competitive with their staging rates, prices start at $600/month to stage a full home and $300/month for a partial stage.  They will also hire out for consultation at $150/hour or $600/day.  These women know their stuff about what is aesthetically pleasing, and what sells homes.  And in the Boise market, that is priceless.  Visit www.stagetwoandco.com.

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Some people seem to think so.  Ada County sales are at 279 for the month of October.  Canyon County sales are at 270 for the month of October, with 10 days left to go in the month.  Not bad for a market that is “in the tank” according to…well, all radio stations, news stations, and the local papers.  So, what do these numbers mean to you, the consumer, the local, the buyer/seller?  It means that even in our economy(which has been painted as nothing less than bleak at best by the local media), people still have jobs, banks are still lending money, and people are still buying.  Consumer confidence is anticipated to return after the elections are over, as they always do.  Interest rates are still at an all-time low.  Tax credits, seller motivation, and homeowners exemption are just a few of the perks buyers benefit from by getting off the fence.

So, is now a good time to buy in the Treasure Valley?  I’d say it’s one of the best times in recent history, contrary to what we’re constantly being fed.  Jump on the bandwagon with the other 549 people in the Treasure Valley that have gotten a steal on a home and call a local realtor today(I know of a few good ones). 

How’s that for a pep talk?  The media(local and national) can shove it.

With recent talks of layoffs pending, it’s nice to get some positive news.  There are plenty of companies looking to the Treasure Valley for a home base, with the beautiful autumn weather we’re having, hopefully the plans become a reality.

http://www.idahobusiness.net/archive.htm/2008/10/02/BVEP-reports-plenty-of-projects-looking-at-the-Treasure-Valley

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Paradigm Construction has opened up model homes on their latest affordable housing community.  Nez Perce Cove located on NezPerce/Latah features townhomes with all the upgrades-stainless steel, hardwood flooring, refrigerator, granite countertops…live in luxury!  Ideal location and affordable bench living.  Prices range from $174,900-$184,900…not bad for a home loaded with upgrades. 

Located on city bus route, and ranked higher than Energy Star ratings, these homes are definitely GREEN.  Just a short bike ride to downtown and close to the freeway.

Come by and check them out the latest in affordable Bench housing today. 

Overland Rd, E- Overland from Curtis, S- Latah, W- Nez Perce.

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Various cities around Idaho will benefit from the $1 million in grants distributed by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.  These funds will be used to improve dental and health care statewide.

The grants are part of the department’s new Community Health Center Grant Program.

Benewah Medical Center in Plummer received $152,000 for a new digital dental x-ray system, and Upper Valley Community Health Services in St. Anthony was awarded $175,000 to purchase dental equipment.

Along with those, Family Health Services in southern Idaho and the Dirne Community Health Center in Coeur d’Alene were each awarded $193,000 for dental equipment and programs.

Other grant recipients include the Pocatello clinic of Health West and the Glenns Ferry Health Center.

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In support of Breast Cancer Awareness, Family Circle researched which states in the nation had the highest percentages of women who get regular mammograms.  Idaho failed, ranking worst in the nation at 33% who have not had a mammogram within the last 2-3 years.  This staggering 33% also factored in women who do not regularly get mammograms.  The US Department of Health and Human Services recommends performing self-tests weekly and having a mammogram performed by a professional every 1-2 years.  For women with a history of breast cancer in their families, it should be done every 6 months.  To get a list of FDA approved facilities in our area, visit http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfMQSA/mqsa.cfm.  Let’s boost our numbers!

Boise’s North End is considered the mecca of the Treasure Valley by people who live there, and now, the APA agrees. The North End was named in the top 10 neighborhoods in the country recently.  The article talks about the beginning stages of the neighborhood, the struggles it faced in the 70’s and what it is today.  This is an incredible boost for Boise’s ranking on a national level and a pat on the back for the tree-hugging, dog walking, hippie, liberals who call the North End home.  I say that last part with love, as I’m in that category.  check out the article in the entirety, http://is.gd/3KBa

City of Boise has their 2008 grant money back!  The grant is designed to help low-to-moderate income families obtain financing for the purchase of new and existing homes.  Funds are limited and it is a first come, first serve basis.  For maximum income guidelines and more information about qualifying, visit www.boisecity.org.