boise: Its time to buy in Boise Idaho!!!!!!!!! - 03/10/08 03:18 PM
The Boise real estate market is doing better then most of the country.  Sure houses have been sitting on the market longer than used to but we haven't had a dramatic price drop.  Still we have deals here if you qualify for a mortgage.  Here is a secret 90% of the people still qualify.  It's only the ones with real credit issues that can't qualify.  We have more foreclosures but its not like other places. 
    Right now the prices are soft and there are bargains to be had.  I think they will rise when this mortgage mess is cleaned up.  I … (0 comments)

boise: Idaho Real Estate agent wants refererrals!!! Serving Ada and Canyon Counties - 03/08/08 11:27 AM
Hi I am willing to give 25% of my commission to any referra from a licensed  real estate agent.  for Ada and Canyon counties of Idaho.  This includes Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, Kuna, Eagle and Star.   Give me a call.  We can get the referral agreement signed and your client can start enjoying living in the Treasure Valley of Idaho.... … (0 comments)

boise: 3632 Bottle Brush AVE, Boise, ID 83713 OPEN SAT 1-4 PM, March 8 - 03/08/08 01:42 AM
Here is my Newest listing. 
 
 
  3632 Bottle Brush, Boise, ID  83713!!!!   MUST SELL!!!!!Bring all offers!!!! All offers will be considered. OPEN SAT 1-4 PM Bring your buyers! This home has it all!!!! Come home to a magnificent view of Bogus Basin with a living room, family room, den, beautiful kitchen with tiled floor, huge master bedroom with garden tub. All the bedrooms have walk-in-closets!! Two car garage, fenced yard and dog run. The subdivision has a huge playground for the kids. Close to schools, HP and shopping. Not only is this house great it is priced 10k under appraised value for … (1 comments)

boise: I sometimes wonder about the value of open houses. Do you? - 03/08/08 12:52 AM
Another weekend and two open houses.  This means that any other business I have must be squished into the mornings or evenings.  I have yet to sell a home at an open house but I do them for a few reasons:
 
I might get lucky and find the buyers for the home..... I might find a buyer for another home.....(more likely and has happened)It seems a thing real estate agents should do....It helps the sellers focus on getting ready to show their house....Gives the opportunity for the neighbors to find out about the house  (without having to disturb my clients) Lets me … (12 comments)

boise: Its raining in Boise Idaho and Im not in an open house today!!!!!!!!! - 03/01/08 01:35 AM
After a week of sunny sort of warmish weather it is raining. 
 

 
Rain is really good since we live in an arid climate.  What is even better is that I am not running an open house in the rain today!!! Today is National History Day and my son, Joshua, is completing.  Therefore, I took the day off.  This afternoon I will probably try to call some clients.  They might even be home because it is raining.  I like showing houses in the rain.  You can see if they leak.
 
Boise is a great place to live!!!  Come check us out!!!!! The … (7 comments)

boise: 3632 Bottle Brush Ave., Boise, Idaho 83713 - 02/27/08 10:59 AM
BRAND NEW LISTING!!!!
 
 
Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2287 sq ft home in Heritage Meadows subdivision.  This home boasts a large living room, kitchen, eating area, den, an upstairs family room, pantry, HUGE master bedroom with a garden tub in the master bathroom.  The kitchen has a beautiful new tile floor.  The colors of the home are warm and inviting.  The living room floor is a laminate.   The kitchen has lots and lots of cabinets a built in microwave.  Any cook would be at home here!!!!  Each of the four bedrooms has a walk-in closet.  From the windows on the … (2 comments)

boise: HELP!!!! Any ideas how better to market this property? - 02/23/08 01:44 AM
I have a wonderful condo that I am opening up today!!!!  Only problem is that there are  2 similar units (that each have 2 bathrooms for sale also).  This is the approach I've taken.  Let me know what you think!!!!  There are a total of 4 condos for sale in the complex out of 100 units. I invited the other real estate agents to have a open house at the same time.  I hope to draw attention to the complex.I am raffling 2 movie passes for signing a registration form.This house is clean, staged and ready to goI handed flyers out … (9 comments)

boise: How is the Boise Real Estate Market? - 02/20/08 12:02 AM
Should I buy a house in this market? Treasure Valley in Idaho (edit/delete) 
 
Debbie and my youngest son after a chess tournament
 
Every where I go people ask me:
How is the housing market?Can I sell my home?Are we at the bottom of the market?When should I buy and/or sell my house?I'm upside down in my house. What do I do?Where do I go for help?Should I rent?Can I get a loan?Can I get a good deal on a home?What is a short sale?What is a bank owned property?Should I buy at a foreclosure auction?Why should I hire a real estate agent anyway? … (1 comments)

boise: Neel house finally closed - 02/19/08 01:04 PM
It happened.  At least we signed.  The house that was supposed to close on January 30 finally closed today.  My seller disappeared the second I got the time from title.  I found her 20 minutes before closing.  When we got there she told me she forgot to pick up her husband.  It is supposed to fund tomorrow.  This has been very aggravating and we have 9 addendum's on the contract due to the delay in funding.  Sometimes one wishes for a day job.  So that is at least one sold on the Boise real estate market.
 
sold!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
This one is gone but … (1 comments)

boise: 1073 N. Camelot, Boise, ID 83704 - 02/19/08 04:40 AM
Three Beautiful condo's.  Debbie Holmes and two other real estate agents are opening up 3 condos on Sat., Feb. 23 1-3 PM
 
 
PM.
 These are some of the most beautiful condos on the Boise Real Estate Market.
 They are affordable with great views of our beautiful mountains!!!!!
Each of these Condo's are Unique 
THREE BEAUTIFUL TWO BEDROOM CONDOS
 
1067 CAMELOT, 2 bed, 2 bath, $152,900
1073 CAMELOT, 2 bed, 1 bath, $148,500
1089 CAMELOT, 2 bed, 2bath, $159,900
 
All units have beautiful views, swimming pool, clubhouse, 1386 sq ft, second floor walkup, walking paths, balcony, gas fireplace, … (1 comments)

boise: Happy Presidents Day Everyone - 02/18/08 12:52 AM
Before I was a real estate agent this used to be a day off.  We as Americans are supposed to celebrate our presidents.  Today I will be calling clients and loan officers trying to take advantage that many of my clients have the day off.  I also might help my youngest son get ready for National History Day.  Things are looking up in the Boise real estate market.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Here is a brief History of the Holiday: 
This was taken from http://www.patriotism.org/presidents_day/
 
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boise: This is the only job where you can work 60 hours a week and pay to work.... - 02/12/08 12:56 AM
Lets see my lady from Somalia might not be ready to buy a home but I am going to learn about the home ownership program for section 8 tomorrow.  I am going to talk to the the section 8 homeowner specialist tomorrow and find out information about the program.
 
  I still don't know if Neel St is going to close but I am still marketing it.  The original loan officer was fired for mishandling the loan among other things.  The bank manager took it over.  We should hear today. 
 
I need to help the older gentleman more.  I found him a … (2 comments)

boise: My two current bank negotiations and I'm taking the rest of the day off!!!!!!! - 02/09/08 01:32 AM
Any advice I am currently negotiating with banks on behalf of two different clients.  Both clients have good to excellent credit and up to date on their payments.
 
Client number 1    not my actual client.
    Nice old man who is 81 years old with COPD.   Needs an inhaler every time he needs to use the stairs or packs a box.  He just remarried his ex-wife last December.  He is an inventor who has lost $180K last year.
 
Problem:
    He has two loans out on his walkup condo.  The first is easy, it is for 76K.  The second is for $108 K.    … (6 comments)

boise: How to work when I am most energetic - 02/08/08 12:16 AM
I just read a post about real estate hours.  Overall,  I am an energetic person from 8 AM to about 7 PM.  After that I am sort of foggy.  I hate writing contracts or handling negotiations is much better if I handle the work in the morning.  Of course being a good Boise real estate agent  I write contracts and negotiate when I'm tired.    I will not negotiate with a bank if I am not feeling sharp.  I am razer sharp usually,  I am a scientist and can analyze large amounts of data quickly and accurately.  I want to give … (6 comments)

boise: Report on the Ada County Democratic Cacus - 02/06/08 12:34 AM
I got home yesterday from the Democratic Caucus (or should I say Obama rally). I have lived her for 17 years and this is the only time that caucus seemed crowded.  It was so crowded 1000's of us were turned away.   I was surprised that Obama took 85% of the room.  It was very impressive.  We almost didn't get in because the fire marshal closed the door.  I guess they should have picked Bronco Stadium....  We stayed because my oldest son is politically active and wanted to stand for election for the State Democratic Convention.  This is conveniently in Boise!!!!!  … (2 comments)

boise: WOW I seem to be getting more web interest in ME:) - 02/05/08 10:26 AM
Ever since I started blogging more people seem to be coming to my website  !!!!!!!!!   Yesterday it was 15 and I didn't post on Craigslist!!!!!!!  I even had an listing expire and more people came.  My son refuses to put a link to my webpage.   GRRRRR!!!!!  I find this blogging very interesting and informative.  It is helping me with ideas on real estate.  I just need to make sure I spend some time selling houses instead of blogging.  I feel that I can help anyone in the Treasure Valley sell and/or buy their home.  I am so happy I started … (2 comments)

boise: Interesting Weekend, Happy house showings,rehab, loans, snow and a Obama rally - 02/04/08 11:04 AM
For a slow market I seem to be busy all of a sudden. I showed house 3 days in the last 4.....  I showed my tenant houses and townhouses.  He is the best tenant I ever had.  I offered him the house he lived in. When I called him he told me he thought he wanted to buy that one.  Maybe it will work.....  He is talking to the loan officer.  Saturday, I showed houses to a young women with 2 roommates,  her parents convinced her to wait 6 months, she even qualifies for the loan.......  The customer that was screwed … (0 comments)

boise: 1073 Camelot, Boise, ID 83704 - 02/02/08 10:06 AM
Wonderful spacious condo with 1386 sq. ft. living space. This beautiful second floor unit has 2 bedrooms and a large living/dining area with a balcony and spectacular view of the mountians and common area. This unit has lots and lots of storage, skylights, gas fireplace, gas bbq, carport with storage unit. All appliances are included. The community boasts beautiful grounds, walking paths and a community swimming pool. This is a must see condo! Buyer to verify all information. mls #98343005.  Only $150,000 Call Debbie from Gold Key Real Estate 208-761-2551 Check out my website at www.debbieholmes.net
 


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boise: Plans and thoughts for today!!!!!! - 02/02/08 02:09 AM
It  is Saturday and the Boise real estate market is a little slow but I have some active buyers.  Today at 10 AM  I am showing houses to a new buyer from house values.  This will be the second time I actually took a buyer out from them in 8 months.  Maybe 8 months is the charm.  I seem to be getting more interest from my drip campaign.  I have two different websites and this Blog.  They are www.debbieholmes.net and www.homepages/com/debbieholmes1.both are useful in their own separate ways.  I prefer the www.debbieholmes.net.  The lady I'm showing houses to wants a house … (2 comments)

boise: Boise a Great place to live - 01/31/08 12:27 AM
Thinking of relocating?  Boise is a great to live.  We are the capital city of Idaho and have many attractions of a big city but still has a small town atmosphere.  People of all ages can find a high quality of life.  The cost of living is reasonable and we have a low unemployment  rate.  Idaho is a haven of recreational opportunities from our  beautiful mountains, winter sports, rivers, hunting, parks, pools, Boise State Broncos etc.  I've lived here since 1991 and have been very happy here.  I bet you will to.....
Are you interested in checking us out?  Look at … (3 comments)

 
Debbie Holmes, Gets the job done! (John L. Scott)

Debbie Holmes

Gets the job done!

Boise, ID

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John L. Scott

Address: 6223 North Discovery Way Suite 100, Boise, ID, 83713

Office: 208-323-4000

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This is a blog about all things real estate (and a few extras). I blog about my buyers, sellers, listings, short sales, the real estate market. I am internet savvy and am trying to learn more skills. I like blogging because I get to share information with other real estate professionals and my clients. I can find you a great home in the Treasure Valley. I was the Democratic Nominee for CD2, Idaho for the US Congress. I have two website: http://www.debbieholmes.net.


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