idaho real estate: 548 Bayhill Dr. Nampa ID Gorgeous Custom Home for $275,000! - 11/10/10 01:46 PM
548 Bayhill Dr. Nampa ID Gorgeous Custom Home for $275,000!

     
     
     
     
 
This gorgeous, Custom home can be yours for only $275,000!
4 bedrooms, Bonus Room, Separate Living and Family Rooms, Formal Dining & Nook, Beautiful kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite tile island bar!
High ceilings in Family room with gas fireplace and built-in book shelves!
This home backs up to the large common area of Bayhill Subdivisionin south Nampa.
Easy access to shopping, schools, hospital, Rec Center and walkning paths!
Contact Nampa Idaho Real Estate Agent, Don Wixom, with RE/MAX Advantage … (8 comments)

idaho real estate: 521 Aurora Drive Nampa Idaho Short Sale - 11/06/10 03:59 PM
Just reduced to $115,000, this spacious 4 bedroom home sits on over a 1/3 acre parcel!
521 Aurora Drive Nampa ID  83686
4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, 2 Kitchens, .39 Acre Parcel, 2-Car garage and 2760 SF for only $115,000!
           
           
           
You don't see too many Homes with 2 Kitchens in Nampa... Now, at this great new price, there is an opportunity to take advantage of all this space and to get a low interest rate with today's low rates!
Contact Nampa Idaho Real Estate Agent, Don Wixom with RE/MAX Advantage at (208) 880-5039. Call or Text!
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idaho real estate: Showing Boise Idaho Homes Among the Football Traffic - 11/06/10 04:01 AM
Wish me luck today, as I am showing about 8-10 homes in Boise, on game day!
I have clients who are selling their home in Nampa, Idaho and moving to Boise (only 20 minutes away). The traffic might be a little heavy because of the Boise State Broncos home game with Hawaii this afternoon.
Boise is a beautiful city and we are set to be about 65 degrees today! 
So, the plan is to show & write up an offer before game time!  I will keep my cool while Showing Boise Idaho Homes Among the Football Traffic

 
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idaho real estate: 2009 Sandcrest Loop Nampa Idaho Short Sale - 11/05/10 05:23 PM
This beautiful, newer, 2-story home is now vacant and ready for your occupancy!
Located in Sands Pointe Subdivsion in Southwest Nampa, this gorgeous Eaglewood home has a functional floor plan along with excellent quality construction!
Featuring 2228 SF, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and separate living & family rooms, this home is now priced at only $130,000!
2009 Sandcrest Loop  Nampa Idaho Short Sale
     
     
For more information about this fantastic buy, or any homes for sale in Nampa, ID, please contact Nampa Idaho Real Estate agent, Don Wixom with RE/MAX Advantage at (208) 880-5039.  Call or text!
 
 
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idaho real estate: YES-vember! - 11/02/10 06:09 PM
Who would have thought to start out a great month like this with a big "NO!?"

I say, let's make this month a BIG "YES!" Month...
Yes, to a better attitude! Yes, to more sales! Yes, to the lowest interest rates in decades! Yes, to the most affordable time to buy a home! Yes, to being more genuine! Yes, to helping others! Yes, to being THANKFUL for what we have and what we can do! Yes, to making tomorrow morning a bright new day, full of God's mercy! YES-vember!

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idaho real estate: Boise ID Short Sales Inventory & Stats - 11/02/10 04:52 PM
Boise Short Sales Update for November 1, 2010
Short Sale Homes in Boise Idaho
Statistics as of November 1, 2010:
2208 active single-family Boise homes listings were available as of November 1st. 39% of these homes are "distressed properties"  291 are REO by banks (foreclosures) and  577 are short sales (26%). Boise SOLD Data:
As of 10-31-2010, 3059 Boise Homes have SOLD. 41% of these Boise homes were "distressed properties" 815 Bank owned REO's and 450 Short sales (15%). There is approx. 7 months of inventory available for Boise Home Buyers to choose from. Typically anything over 6 months worth of inventory is considered … (3 comments)

idaho real estate: Broncos - Steelheads & Ridgecrest Golf Club... - 11/01/10 04:39 PM
I've been happy to have my son home from SoCal this past week! He originally came home to help out with a Halloween Party that was made into a tribute/memorial for his grandfather who always loved to dress up and make the season a fun time!
When he was here, we got to experience Broncos - Steelheads & Ridgecrest Golf Club...
Tuesday night, Oct 26th we were able to attend the #3 Ranked Boise State Broncos play against Louisiana Tech on the blue turf in Idaho's Capitol city, Boise!

 
 
 
The following night, we joined thousands at the … (4 comments)

idaho real estate: Remodeled Nampa Home on .36 Acre Lot - 10/31/10 03:01 PM
Nampa Homes: 2311 E Amity
There are great buys on Nampa Homes and Nampa Idaho Real Estate!
Take as an example, this 1780 SF home at 2311 E Amity Nampa, ID 83686
This home sits on .36 acre parcel with a fenced yard & a 25 x 36 Shop/Garage! 3 Bed, 2 Bath, Family Room & Living Room!



This bank owned Nampa Idaho home offers convenience to schools, shopping and access to downtown!
Now Priced at $109,900 and updated paint, carpets and kitchen ceiling, this Nampa home is waiting for you!
Contact Nampa Idaho real estate agent, Don … (4 comments)

idaho real estate: Meridian Idaho Ethnic Dining Guide - 10/29/10 03:28 PM
Meridian Idaho Ethnic Dining Guide
 
Thai:
Sa-Wad-Dee  (meaning “hello” in Thai)
 
Excellent variety of Thai dishes ranging from mild to very spicy. Sushi is also on the menu.
 
Live, local musicians every Wednesday night beginning at 6:30
 
1890 E Fairview Ave,  Meridian, ID
Phone (208) 884-0701
www.sawadeethai.com
 
 
Chinese:
Jade Horse Restaurant
 
Casual and friendly atmosphere with courteous service, elegant Asian-style décor and delicious Chinese food.
 
48 E Fairview Ave,  Meridian, ID
Phone (208) 888-0322
www.jadehorse.us
 
 
Hawaiin:
Kana Girl’s Hawaiin BBQ
 
Menu offers many choices of “Plate Lunches” which include scoops … (6 comments)

idaho real estate: New Policies for Taking Short Sale Listings - 10/25/10 03:15 PM
A Monday morning review lead to New Policies for Taking Short Sale Listings.
Thus far, in 2010, I have successfully closed 20 short sale transactions and failed on 11, which ended up going to foreclosure. (These are in addition to my traditional listings/closings.) These 11 that failed to close, really get to me! In times past, I have had an excellent closing ratio for listings. This does not feel good.
So, after reviewing the successes and the failures of my short sale business this morning during my meeting with my team, I came to the conclusion that there are some listings … (51 comments)

idaho real estate: Taking a Look at Mortgage Interest Rates Since 1990 - 10/24/10 07:04 AM
When you figure that the majority of a home buyer's monthly payment is interest, doesn't it make sense to take advantage of low interest rates?
Having a low interest rate will allow more of your monthly payment to go toward the principal balance and allow more discretionary income to pay down that principal balance more quickly.
Taking a Look at Mortgage Interest Rates Since 1990

 
Don't miss your opportunity to take advantage of these record low interest rates to buy Idaho Real Estate!
Search Idaho Real Estate
Idaho Short Sales
Homes in Boise
Homes in Nampa
Homes in Meridian
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idaho real estate: Nampa ID Apartment on the Creek $650/month - 10/24/10 06:32 AM
Cozy, 1100+ SF tri-plex unit on Indian Creek with quick Insterstate access! Just 15 minutes to Boise, Idaho, this Nampa rental is in great condition and offers conveniences to downtown and freeway travel.
Water, Sewer, Trash paid by landlord. Includes, Stove, Ref, Washer/Dryer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Garbage Disp & Fire Sprinklers!
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath, newer end-unit apartment with fresh paint.
6 month lease required. $500 deposit. Contact Don (call or text) 208-880-5039



If you know of anyone looking for a rental in Nampa Idaho, please tell them about this unit!
Download Application
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idaho real estate: Idaho Short Sale: 16679 Frisco Ave. Caldwell Idaho - 10/23/10 05:40 PM
New to the market, is this neat and clean Caldwell Idaho short sale in South Park Subdivision!Approx. 1102 SF, 3 bed, 2 bath, 2-car garage.
Idaho Short Sale: 16679 Frisco Ave. Caldwell Idaho
This home features a cozy front country kitchen, open living space and a comfortable fenced yard!
     
     
A fairly quick process with Idaho Housing and Finance Assoc. this short sale could reasonably be closed within 60-90 days.
This wonderful opportunity to own Caldwell Idaho Real Estate can be yours for only $69,000!
Contact Caldwell real estate agent, Don Wixom, with RE/MAX Advantage at (208) 880-5039.
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idaho real estate: Meridian Idaho Haunted Maze Fundraiser! - 10/22/10 03:34 PM
This is about the 3rd year in a row, my Real Estate Assistant, has opened up her home & yard to complete strangers for lots of Halloween Fun and for a good cause!

These photos are just out in front of her house. The FUN and SCARY stuff will be in the maze, being built this weekend!
 
The Wishing Star Foundation helps local kids who are suffering from critical illness and need a chance for some dreams to come true!
Many kids lives are changed through the efforts of this local charity. It is a heart warming benefit!
100% … (6 comments)

idaho real estate: How Much Would it Take to Buy Everyone a Cadillac? - 10/22/10 02:13 PM
Have you ever given a presentation and wanted to really drive the point home?
Ever quoted a figure and thought "um, that's how much?"
NumberQuotes.com is worth a click for your quick comparisons!
Type $12 billion or any other number-in its search box and get a list of equivalencies. For example, $12 billion is roughly the GDP of Jamaica; or enough to buy everyone in Huntington Beach, California a Cadillac Escalade; or every single person on the planet a cup of Starbuck's coffee!
How Much Would it Take to Buy Everyone a Cadillac?
Visit www.numberquotes.com and find out!
Thanks to … (8 comments)

idaho real estate: 3.875% Interest Rates on Idaho Real Estate - 10/19/10 02:31 PM
3.875% Interest Rates on Idaho Real Estate
Idaho Real Estate Interest Rates 
Are you kidding me?
Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) is now offering 3.875% annual interest rate for Idaho home purchases! That is amazing news for Idaho home buyers!
You must qualify under the standard guidelines with a minimum credit score of 600 and debt to income ratios not exceeding 45%.
Maximum household income limit is $85,000.
The minimum down payment is 3.5% of the purchase price (of your own money or a family gift) and most of the closing costs may be able to be negotiated into the purchase … (8 comments)

idaho real estate: EVO or Droid? Sprint or Verizon? - 10/18/10 03:15 PM
Smart phones are all around us! I know they have their perils and their vices, but it seems like it's a necessity these days.
Remember the times we never would have thought of having a "mobile phone" with us. Wow!
Now we can hardly be away from our e-mail & the Internet. What is happening to us? Technology is moving so fast it almost hurts!
So, I have been considering a new Smart Phone...
I am currently with Verizon and I have the Palm Centro.I have been a Palm user since about 1995.
I love the fact I can sync my … (22 comments)

idaho real estate: Don't forget the thoughtfulness of "Thank You!" - 10/17/10 06:24 AM
After reading Charles Buell's blog challenge, Proof that I can blog about anything (aka: Proof that I can run a CONTEST about anything), I took a look under my kitchen sink.
Ever since our kids were little, we decided not to keep cleaners, etc. down low where the kids could potentially be harmed, so there was none of that.
What I found was garbage bags, used paper towel rolls, Swiffer brushes and quite the collection of flower vases.
                              
This collection is from flowers that I have given to my wife. She is saving the vases to use later. 
Flowers can be sent for … (10 comments)

idaho real estate: Boise in Blue at Spartan Stadium! - 10/15/10 01:42 PM
San Jose State University will take on the #3 Ranked Team in the nation, the BSU Broncos, on Saturday, October 16th.
5-0, the Boise State Broncos are the highest ranked team to ever play at the Spartan Stadium! San Jose State's win-loss record is 1-5.
                                      
"I definitely feel like we're playing the No. 1 team in the nation again," said head coach Mike MacIntyre. "Our football team has played the hardest schedule in the history of the school and our young men are excited about playing Boise."
SJSU achieved a number of season highs during last Saturday's game against Nevada, … (8 comments)

idaho real estate: 3 Years of Active Rain History - 10/15/10 01:10 PM
In October, 2007, I posted: The Search For Idaho Real Estate 

In that article, I mentioned the number of hits on my website, being approx. 40,000 for the month of October, 2007! That was great news!
Nearly 600 Active Rain blog posts later and a lot of hard work on my site and practicing my blogging of Idaho Real Estate, my monthly hit traffic has been over 1,000,000!
In addition to great SEO,my experiences on the Active Rain network have been pretty amazing! I have found many new friends, I have learned a ton7 of little tid-bits that have become … (12 comments)