$319,900  Boise, Idaho
Beautiful new exterior paint enhances this well cared for Surprise Valley home. South facing front allows for driveway snow melt in winter and cooler backyard in summer. HOA community pools, tennis courts, workout facility, and walking paths. The included hot tub as well as the master bedroom deck provide some foothill views. Cathedral ceilings with great interior light. 4 bedrooms plus an office/den.
Call Eric Nafziger 208-989-1631

$198,000  Boise, Idaho
Crescent Rim location overlooking Ann Morrison with views of Boise Foothills and downtown. This beautiful condo has new windows, new flooring and carpet, and is freshly painted. Kitchen features ample cabinets & counter space, new microwave, new dishwasher: refrigerator included. Enjoy outdoor living on a fabulous balcony with views. Underground parking w/storage. Fresh and move in ready. BTVA.
Call Pamela Jabs 208-484-9234
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Eagle Idaho is a desireable, upscale community nestled along the base of the Boise foothills. Eagle offers high-end, quality-crafted homes, fine dining, boutique shopping and a friendly community. The Boise river meanders through Eagle and you'll often find folks walking the greenbelt or enjoying a peaceful picnic along the banks. Eagle offers convenient access to the entire Treasure Valley and provides direct routes to northern ski areas, foothills hiking, river rafting and other fun Idaho outdoor activities. If you prefer newer construction homes in an upscale market then Eagle is the place for you. Pictured above is Rembrandt’s Coffee House in Eagle’s quaint downtown area.
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North Boise is one of the most sought after communities in the Boise area. Affectionately referred to as The North End, here you will find classic architecture and character in the turn of the century and early 1900's era homes. Many homes in The North End have been fully restored to their original condition with a complementary touch of modern conveniences. If you enjoy tree-lined streets, patio-dining at corner restaurants and quiet and peaceful neighborhoods then be certain to see a few Boise homes in this area during your visit. Pictured above is Boise’s historic Harrison Boulevard which runs from Boise’s thriving downtown through the heart of The North End.

$299,900  Garden City, Idaho
Beautiful Home in Highly Desirable Mature Neighborhood just steps to the Greenbelt & River, Ponds and Wildlife right in your back yard! A very clean home really shows pride in ownership . Large garage with ample sized bedrooms ...Master has separate tub and shower, sky lights and large walk-in closet. Very quiet street with well kept homes. a great home that is centrally located. Sip ice tea on the back patio while watching nature at your door step.
Call Gene Harding 208-440-6949

$190,000  Eagle, Idaho
Perfect home for your family! NOT a distressed sale. Well loved & maintained. Loads of space with nice upgrades. Bay windows, skylights, tile. HUGE kitchen. Vaulted master suite. Gas fireplace. Light and bright! Great central Eagle location with the best schools! Close to golf course. Mature landscaping for cool summers. Includes: refrig, washer/dryer, shed. 3 car garage.
Call Barb Crowell 208-830-8366

$499,900  Boise, Idaho
Spectacular view lot at the top of the Boise Heights. Enjoy the Owyhee Mtns. as a backdrop to the beautiful downtown views and the foothills out the back door. Gorgeous sunsets year round, great light during the winter months. Bring your own builder and create a custom design to maximize the potential of this wonderful setting.
Call J.D. Simplot 208-284-1099

$109,900  Eagle, Idaho
Lot 6 - 5 acre view lots in coveted Starview Estates a premiere Eagle Foothills location. Each originally priced from $599,000 to $799,000. All improvements have been made. Power, gas, building permits, surveys, well and septic cost estimates, etc. available
Call Sherry Tarrant 208-369-0815

$179,900  Boise, Idaho
A ton of home for the money, this turn-key remodel is ready for you and your family to move right in! This home with over 2,400 sq ft has a bright, open floor plan with large living, family & bonus rooms and all new paint inside & out. New carpet & vinyl and refinished hardwood floors, new lights & fixtures, fireplace & even a shop out back! The yard has all new landscaping with new sprinklers & drip lines. No long wait for a short sale, sellers can close fast. Come by and see why this home won’t last long!
Call Terry Ivins 208-870-5086

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January 19, 2012

Should you sell in 2012? Barring any Mayan insight, let’s trust that the catastrophe of the real estate market has passed, although we may have to navigate through the remaining rubble.

An overstock of households with loans higher than their current market value will continue to restrain prices and create obstacles for sellers in a year that is starting out to continue as a homebuyer’s market. With that said, even the most conservative forecasts are calling for growth in home sales this year. Locally we are experiencing multiple offers more frequently on newly listed properties. Over one-third of the home sales made last year were to first-time homebuyer’s. Both are good signs.

While we are in a state of recovery, here are seven tips you may consider before selling.

#1 Price it right from the start.

Now is not the time to go old school and “fish” for offers. Most homebuyer’s will look right past you. Consider that of the homes that took more than 4 months to sale last year, almost half of homeowner’s accepted less than 90 percent of their asking price, according to the National Association of Realtors. Be sure your agent produces the latest comparables (no more than 90 days) and that they include short sales, foreclosures and bank owned properties. As a seller, I know it is difficult to compare your home to distressed property sales, but it is necessary. Also, ask for a summary of sales price as it compares to original asking price. The last thing you want is to be tied up in escrow only to have the appraisal come in low and be faced with either losing this buyer or making a concession on price.

#2 Don’t do comps on the internet for your home.

Checking seemingly reputable websites to find a value to place on your home is a huge mistake. Are you perplexed by the value being 25% lower than you expect, but going to trust the value if it is 25% higher? An appraisal is the truest form of value. Online values don’t have access to all of the facts in order to evaluate the property properly. Nor have they been in your home or any of the competition. They don’t know if a recent sale allowed $10,000 of buyers closing costs being paid by the seller. They don’t know if your home is custom built or mass production built. An appraiser will know, as well as, any highly regarded, educated real estate agent.

#3 Put your best foot forward.

Paint, stage, clean, de-clutter, make small improvements and repeat. If it squeaks or sticks, oil it. If it is chipped or leaks, repair it. If it has spots on it, clean it. If it is overgrown, trim it. Make your home say “buy me” from the sidewalk and hug potential buyers upon entering.

#4 Be flexible.

You no longer have the luxury of showing disinterest in “low ball” offers. Every offer should be reviewed and considered. If a buyer has a misgiving about your home, which is likely the driving force behind the offer price, then find a way to start a conversation with them. Listen to what they have said and find a way to meet in the middle with repairs, credits, etc. That’s not to say you have to give away the farm, but be accommodating to your needs (not wants) and those of the buyer.

#5 Finance 101

Even though rates are low, understand that it's harder to qualify for loans. Credit records are under greater scrutiny and lenders are sometimes requiring a 20 percent down payment. Have your agent provide loan information at your home, just in case the potential buyer isn’t aware of special financing for the state, county, city or specifically the property.

Consider cash offers, even if they're not the highest. Reject too-low offers gently (preferably with a counter-offer to keep the conversation alive). These days, meeting halfway usually means meeting buyers on their half.

#6 Don’t fall prey to fraudulent investors.

Unfortunately when the chips are down, some will find a way to use that fear to serve themselves. Con artist investors may offer you “help” by offering to let you stay in your home, while they take over payments. They encourage homeowners to sign over their home with a quitclaim deed. Do not sign without consulting an attorney. You may be surprised to find out that some attorneys review documents for minimal fees and do accept payments. Additionally, your own mortgage company can review the documents and cannot charge you for the service. Others will approach homeowners with “deals” that sound legit. They offer their assistance and knowledge for an up front fee. Remember that a law barring firms from charging upfront fees for mortgage relief or mortgage modification took effect last year (The Mortgage Assistance Relief Services Rule).

#7 Embrace technology.

Hire a listing agent that uses social media, Youtube, Craigslist and dozens of other online sites to get the most exposure for your home. Sellers and buyers are routinely using these types of sites to sell and search properties. Ask (if not, insist) your agent saturate the online market with the details of your home.

Crista Martin, Associate Broker, ABR, GRI, e-PRO
208.577.7157
CMartin@Atova.com



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