You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market

When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic. You start thinking: What’s wrong with it? Why hasn’t anyone bought it yet? Am I missing something? That mindset made sense a few years ago. But in today’s market, you may actually miss out. More Time.. read more →

Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.

If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed an important milestone. Rates officially dipped their toes into the 5s – something that hasn’t happened in about 3 years. This moment marked a critical threshold. Now, rates are sitting in the.. read more →

104 Mill St, Clark Fork, ID, 83811

104 Mill St Contact Rain Silverhawk for more information. Sandpoint Realty LLC 208-610-0011 Charming 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage set on two full lots, offering flexibility, space, and opportunity. This inviting home features new laminate flooring, new cabinets, and new appliances, blending fresh updates with cozy cottage appeal. A connected studio/storage spaceonce used as an.. read more →

22 Jan 2026
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Why “Precision-Built” Modular Homes Deserve a Better Reputation

Why “Precision-Built” Homes Deserve a Better ReputationI once had a client purchase a truly stunning three-story custom home — complete with a dramatic prow design and expansive windows that framed the view beautifully. It was the kind of home that stops you in your tracks.During the escrow period, the home inspector called me and said,“Rain,.. read more →

Why Rising Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t a Red Flag for Today’s Housing Market

If you’ve seen headlines saying foreclosure activity has been climbing for 10 straight months, it’s easy to assume that’s a sign of trouble for the housing market. But when you look at the full picture, a few simple truths become clear: Today’s foreclosure numbers are in line with what’s considered normal High home equity is.. read more →

104 Mill Street Clark Fork Idaho $210,000 Starter Home or VRBO

Charming 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage set on two full lots, offering flexibility, space, and opportunity. This inviting home features new laminate flooring, new cabinets, and new appliances, blending fresh updates with cozy cottage appeal. A connected studio/storage space—once used as an upholstery shop—provides excellent room for hobbies, a workshop, or abundant storage. Frost-free pipes.. read more →

21 Jan 2026
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Home Updates That Actually Pay You Back When You Sell

Planning to sell this spring? While you may be tempted to hold off until the first blooms or the spring showers hit, that’s actually waiting too long to get started by today’s standards. Buyers have more options than they did a few years ago. So, it’s worth it to tackle repairs now and make sure.. read more →

Staying local, and staying vigilant is how we protect our community.

Real estate scams are not new — but they are becoming more sophisticated, more frequent, and harder to spot at first glance.Lately, we’ve seen a noticeable rise in individuals posing as property owners who claim they want to list “their” property. On the surface, the story may sound legitimate. They often provide what appear to.. read more →

The Two Days We Never Need to Worry About

The Two Days We Never Need to Worry AboutThere are two days in every week that don’t deserve a single ounce of our worry. Two days that should be kept free from fear, stress, or anxious thought.The first day is yesterday.Yesterday came and went with its share of mistakes and triumphs, its joys and its.. read more →

Are Big Investors Really Buying Up All the Homes? Here’s the Truth.

It’s hard to scroll online lately without seeing some version of this claim: “Big investors are buying up all the homes.” And honestly, if you’re a homebuyer who’s lost out on a few offers, that idea probably sounds believable. When homes are expensive and competition is tight, it’s easy to assume giant companies are scooping.. read more →