What Are the Best Options for Today’s First-Time Homebuyers?
If you’re looking to buy your first home, you’re likely balancing several factors. Because both mortgage rates and home prices have risen this year, it costs more to buy a home than it did even just a few months ago. But that doesn’t mean you have to put your plans on hold. If you partner.. read more →
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Why the Growing Number of Homes for Sale Is Good for Your Move Up
Are you thinking about selling your current home? If so, the biggest question on your mind may be: if I sell now, where will I go? If this resonates with you, there’s something you should know. The number of homes coming onto the market is increasing and that could make it easier for you to.. read more →
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Mighty muscle cars and regal classics lining the streets of downtown Sandpoint Idaho.
Flags in Sandpoint Idaho “Let’s show off ‘Ole Glory’, in Active Rain, and proudly show our ‘Stars and Stripes’ being flown across the USA.” Thanks to Mark Don McInnes, and Endre Barath, Jr., for the June Active Rain Challenge.Mighty muscle cars and regal classics lining the streets of downtown Sandpoint Idaho.We come to see the cars,.. read more →
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Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your House
If your lifestyle has changed recently and you’re ready to make a move, taking advantage of today’s sellers’ market might be just the answer for your summer plans. With homes continuing to get multiple offers, this could be your moment to get the contract you’re looking for on your house if you’re ready to sell… read more →
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House on a rock, How is your foundation?
The strength of a building lies in its foundation. A wise man, who built his house on a rock. The rain came down, the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat on that house; and it didn’t fall, for it was founded on the rock.Like the house, we all strive to build our careers,.. read more →
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Getting to know you
In Response to Kathy Striebs Thankful Thursdays…Thank YOU for Letting Us Get to Know You!https://activerain.com/blogsview/5729576/may-activerain-challenge–getting-to-know-you 1. What was your first job and what did you learn from it? My first job was stocking shelves at Safeway. The biggest thing I learned is when you order 1000 cases of pearl drops your boss is not going to.. read more →
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Pending sale in cocolalla by Rain Silverhawk
Congrats Richard and Bea on your pending sale. Secondary waterfront on lake Cocolalla. Walk or drive to the lake for swimming, fishing or launch your boat or canoe for a day on the lake. You can even ice skate and ice fish in the winter. No CCRS No HOA maintained paved road! 3 Bedroom(1 is nonconforming.. read more →
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A few fun American flag facts
A few fun American Flag factsWe now refer to all American flags as Old Glory but did you know it was started with one specific flag? William Driver, a sea captain, nicknamed the flag on his ship “Old Glory” when he saw it flying on his ship’s mast in 1831. The name stuck till this.. read more →
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History Proves Recession Doesn’t Equal a Housing Crisis [INFOGRAPHIC]
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Some Highlights It’s important to understand history proves an economic slowdown does not equal a housing crisis. In 4 of the last 6 recessions, home prices actually appreciated. Home prices only fell twice – minimally in the early 90s and then by nearly 20% during the housing crash in 2008. If you have questions, let’s.. read more →
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Old Glory The meaning of the 13 folds.
In response to Junes Active Rain challenge “Ole Glory coast to coast” I am posting a flag from a friends home we sold last year in Priest River Idaho. Thank you Wendy and Adam, you are thought of often. The American Flag is not just a piece of fabric. It is symbolic of the fabric of.. read more →
