Every Failure is a step to success

Setbacks are a part of life. The next time you’re facing a setback, here are a few stories about people who used a setback as a set-up for a comeback: Lucille Ball: She began studying to become an actress in 1927 and was told by the head instructor of the John Murray Anderson Drama School, “Try.. read more →

The opening of Sandpoint Realty Rain Silverhawk, North Idaho

“I’m a success today because I had a friend who believed in me and I didn’t have the heart to let him down.”? Abraham LincolnWe wanted to bring you good year wishes with an exciting anouncement that was made possible because of YOU! Our managing broker Mark McInnes and I are pleased to announce that we have.. read more →

Events in Northern Idaho

Welcome one and all.  Here is a list of events happening in and around Sandpoint in December.   In December: Holidays in Sandpoint. Santa Claus will be at the North Pole every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cedar Street Bridge Public Market through Dec. 22.   Tuesday nights Trivia Tuesday. at MickDuff’s weekly.. read more →

Home Care Tips For October

You can keep your home in top shape with simple tasks throughout the year. This month, be sure to: Replace or clean your furnace filter. Clean filters for kitchen exhaust fans. Drain outside faucets and winterize your sprinkler system. Check your driveway for cracks. Fill cracks and reseal as needed. Cover your air conditioner and/or.. read more →

The Wolves Within

An old Grandfather, whose grandson came to him with anger at a schoolmate who had done him an injustice, said, “Let me tell you a story. I too, at times, have felt a great hate for those that have taken so much, with no sorrow for what they do. But hate wears you down, and.. read more →

Bring out your artistic visions, it is time to collect driftwood!

A tree, its pieces cast aside by nature, polished smooth by water and sand, and bleached by the sun used to create awe inspiring works of art. Driftwood has been a favorite amoung local artists for years. Here on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille we have the perfect driftwood hunting grounds. Using the natural.. read more →

Where or where has the water gone, Lake levels lowered on Lake Pend Orielle

November through January is some of our busiest times for real estate.  I often get comments about the docks being left high in the air because of the level of the lake during these months.  Not to worry when it is time to launch a boat, the water will be there. There is a dam.. read more →

Hope Harvest Dinner

Hope’s Memorial Community Center hosts the Hope Harvest Dinner with appetizers, a no-host bar and bucket raffle beginning at 5:30 p.m., and a catered dinner by Pend Oreille Pasta at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 ($2 of each ticket goes to the Christmas Giving Program); also, please bring canned goods to this event to support.. read more →

SARS Ski Swap November 14th

The Bonner County Fairgrounds is hosting its annual ski swap. Come trade in your old skis for new ones. The proceeds benefit the Schweitzer Alpine Racing School. For more information see http://www.schweitzer.com November 14, 9:00am – 2:00 PM Bonner County Fair Grounds 4203 N. Boyer Ave, Sandpoint Idaho 83864 read more →