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Together We Give 2020 Grant Recipient – Idaho Youth Ranch
Recently, The Mike Brown Group announced creating a new charitable foundation called Together We Give. The Mike Brown Group contributes to the foundation for every real estate transaction our agents are a part of, and then the funds are given a...
Ask a REALTOR® – What’s Title Insurance
If you have ever purchased a home or are in the process of buying a home, you've probably seen "Title Insurance" mentioned a time or two as part of the process. Title insurance at its core protects the lender and you, the buyer, from any risks ...
A Look Back at the Treasure Valley Real Estate Market for February 2020
With January heralding the new year and decade with spring buying season-like activity, what would February bring? Like January, inventory continues to be in short supply as demand is outpacing available supply. When compared to February of 201...
Explore Idaho – A Guide to Southwest Idaho Wineries and Vineyards
With many Californians moving to the Treasure Valley, they’re moving from a state known for its wine. With Napa in the northern part of California and the Temecula wine country in the south, wineries are plentiful and are widely regarded inte...
Staging Your Home for Sales Success – Tips to Help Your Home Appeal to Buyers
In a previous post, we discussed how to enhance the curb appeal of your home for potential buyers. Today, we're going to chat about ways to improve the interior of your home by staging furniture and cleaning thoroughly. Maximize the Light ...
First Impressions Matter – Staging Your Home’s Exterior For Sales Success
Photo Credit: iStock.com/hikesterson Here in Idaho, the home-selling season is quickly approaching, and if you're thinking about selling your home, there are some things you can do to improve its exterior appeal to potential buyers. Below ar...
Ask a REALTOR® – What’s the Purpose of a Home Inspection?
When buying (or selling) a home, it's a good idea to have a home inspection done to make sure there aren't any costly surprises lurking in the house. Most buyers require a home inspection and can make the sale contingent upon the findings. At i...
Do This to Save Money On Your Property Taxes
If you're a homeowner here in the Treasure Valley, you've probably noticed that your property taxes are on the rise. The fees are going up due to home values rising and assessed levies for new schools. One of the easiest ways to save money on y...
