wwwdebbieholmesnet: We joined the Boise YMCA
- 12/06/19 05:27 AM
I have been feeling stiffer and less mobile this last year. I had been walking in the foothills but alas I lost my ability. There was no reason I should have I just stopped going there. I still can walk forever on the flat. I miss the foothills and my diabetes numbers are getting worse. The doc is talking about injectible medicines. I have found all medicines have some side effects. If I don't watch what I eat and exercise I have problems. Of course I am not alone. I kept thinking I would get back to it but I haven't.
The … (2 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: The Spirit of Boise Balloon festival!
- 08/29/16 02:43 AM
Every year since 1991 we have had the Spirit of Boise Balloon festival! It is a wonderful event where lots of balloonists from all over the country come and launch balloons from our own Ann Morrison Park.
I arrived in 1991 and I go every year. From when the children were little to now that they are adults. This year the festival starts on August 31 (tether day - so the kids can go up in tethered balloons) through September 4. You just show up at Ann Morrison Park (or any place that has a good view of the park). You can be amongst the … (4 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: Affordable housing in Boise
- 08/05/16 01:46 AM
In Boise we know their is not enough inventory. For fun I decided to look for 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes between $150,000 - $200,000. This is a good starting point for a lot of Boisians who are looking for their first home. It also compares favorably to what the same house would cost to rent. I found 136 of these homes. Some of them new listings others that have sat a while. If you are afraid to get your feet wet call me. Between you me and the loan officer we will figure out what you can afford. Then we … (2 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: Aknowledgement day --- Fannie Mae problems
- 09/07/11 09:21 AM
I have closed several deals in 2010 and 2011, Mostly as a buyers agent and almost all of those bank owned property. My latest deal is a Fannie Mae property. In the past the inspection timetable always started after the seller signed the documents (this was true for all bank owned property). As I was reading the addendum I saw the words aknowledged date intstead. I wondered what it meant. I was told it meant from the moment we came to terms. That would be OK if I had a signed contract but I don't! My aknowledged date is September … (2 comments)
My Newest Listing!!!!! Open Sat. 9/10/11, 2-4 PM! Beautiful single level home with vaulted ceilings in desirable Lakewood Meadows. All new flooring (tile, carpet and vinyl), new appliances, furnace, roof, paint, water heater, fixtures. Even the kitchen sink has been replaced! The home has four skylights, beautiful grounds and walking paths. Close to shopping, Bown Crossing, Greenbelt, downtown, freeway and schools. This home has it all and won't last long! Bring your buyer's fast! Buyer to verify all information. 3 bedroom, 2baths, 2 car garage 1695 sq ft. This is a must see!!!!! FOR MORE DETAILS! http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=782352
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wwwdebbieholmesnet: Wondering if I will make progress or if we will cancel deal today?
- 08/17/11 04:25 AM
About 12 days ago I was trying to protect a client's earnest money from the hospital room. We are still waiting from a reply from the seller. My instints were good about not quite depending on the underwriter to take care of the problems. They took care of 1/3 of the problems but now we have asked for other problems to be dealt with. The sad think is that the deal would serve my clients well but they are nervous. They want a rental that will cash flow and will rise in value. This home will do both. The repairs aren't … (0 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: The rosebushes are missing.......
- 07/20/11 01:41 AM
This Sunday while I had 20 guests at my house my HUD buyer called me. Apparently all the shrubery was clearcut on 2 sides of the home (including the heritage rose bushes) As soon as my guests left I went to the listing and sure enough there was no shubbery and there was no branches on the ground. I called the listing agent who sent an email to the assest manager on Sunday. On Monday I called the property manager. At first they said they would check into it. Then I called the asset manager who said they had nothing to … (4 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: Another day
- 04/12/08 03:11 AM
I must learn not to talk to banks within 1/2 hour of giving speeches. Talking to banks tires me out. Especially when they are uncooperative. Today the Bottle Brush home in question is going to be shown for a second time twice. Maybe we will get an offer. If the banks were not so annoying I might even feel sorry for them. Maybe an offer would get them to move. Maybe not. Today the paper reported a 37% decline in sales from the first quarter last year with a 7% drop in prices in both Ada and Canyon county. I … (3 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: Does pay per click actually move your google or yahoo ranking up?
- 03/13/08 12:56 AM
I had a new call yesterday. It was for a pay per click. It was a way to drive people to my website. I tried it with as an experiment. I hope it works but sometimes I feel very foolish. I do indeed want to up my web ranking but I need to do something that works. I sometimes wonder if I spend to much effort on computer technology. I enjoy my first webpage www.debbieholmes.net. The new webpage debbieholmes.directhomes.com has a few bells and whistles but people seem to like the first one just fine. What is the most internet leads, … (6 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: Does anyone have an opinion on Home.com?
- 03/11/08 01:49 AM
I was just wondering if anyone has an opinion on homes.com? They sold me a new website and promised miracles (don't they all?) They gave me two featured listings (nationally). Some of the features are cool but so far it is me and the technicians who have used this website. I have my old and trusty website, www.debbieholmes.net. It does a lot of what the new website does plus it has some rankings. I know a web presence is important but what do people think about homes.com? … (9 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: 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)
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)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: How to do a Short Sell
- 02/26/08 07:39 AM
Today I am going to a listing appointment where I expect will end up being a short sale. This has prompted me to write a short guide to short sale listing. A customer calls you and either they know they owe more than their home is worth or you find out when you perform your market analysis. You are in Short Sale land..... Only do this if you are willing to see it through and can handle frustrating negotiations with the lender. Now you need to ask your client some questions: How much is owed on the property?Is the mortgage current?Is the foreclosure process … (13 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: OH NO I Got behind in paperwork today!!!!!
- 02/25/08 11:36 PM
I had a very good series of open houses last weekend and I woke up with a schedule on Monday that seemed doable. I had Two virtual tours to go to (I meet the photographer), 2 market analysis and 5 contacts to call from the open houses, calling USAA (for armed service members and retirees). Along with this I had to drop of a car at the body shop and deal with the fact that I am a parent.
The day started OK but everything I did took a little longer then I thought it would. I alloted 1.5 hours … (4 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: What do you say when they ask you about market conditions?
- 02/24/08 01:32 AM
Latly many people ask me how is the market? I think its slow but OK. That is what I tell them. Is there any way to make this seem more positive? My market is OK but the houses our sitting longer on the market then they used too. The truth is if you price your home well they do sell. How would you answer the question of How is the market? I also sometimes say it is a great time to buy and a bad time to sell. … (2 comments)
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
All units have beautiful views, swimming pool, clubhouse, 1386 sq ft, second floor walkup, walking paths, balcony, gas fireplace, … (1 comments)
wwwdebbieholmesnet: 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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wwwdebbieholmesnet: OPEN HOUSE on 1408 Dearborn was wonderful. Might even get an offer.
- 02/17/08 12:26 PM
I had one of the best open houses ever. My partner and I had the house shining. What a difference 18 days of 4 people working plus new carpet, vinyl and paint. Before we bought it people would come in and be overwhelmed about the amount of work that was needed on the house. Today everyone loved it. I must of had 10 couples go through it. The first lady wanted to buy it, She asked me if we could do I contract tonight. I said sure but I thought her husband ought to see the house first. I also want … (2 comments)
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.
I have been feeling stiffer and less mobile this last year. I had been walking in the foothills but alas I lost my ability. There was no reason I should have I just stopped going there. I still can walk forever on the flat. I miss the foothills and my diabetes numbers are getting worse. The doc is talking about injectible medicines. I have found all medicines have some side effects. If I don't watch what I eat and exercise I have problems. Of course I am not alone. I kept thinking I would get back to it but I haven't.
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