While the housing market forecast for the second half of the year remains positive, there may not be a better time to sell than right now. Here are four things to consider if you’re trying to decide if now’s the right time to make a move. 1. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly According to the most recent Realtors Confidence Index released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homes continue to sell quickly. The report notes homes are selling in an average of ... read more

1. Outdoor Yoga with Studio G I would have to say Yoga outside is the best way to practice yoga and truly relax by letting the outdoors calm you as you fall into your yoga movements and positions. Studio G is a boutique fitness gym which is located in downtown Twin Falls. They hold an outdoor Yoga series through June and July. The Yoga series is located at several beautiful parks around Twin Falls. It is a great way to get to know the beautiful public parks here in the area. Who knows you may end up picnicking the... read more

Being an Idaho Native and living in the Magic Valley my whole life. There is certain day to day activities during any season of the year here in Idaho that I enjoy or take time to embrace as I live here as a Local in the Magic Valley.  We have four real seasons here in Idaho. Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter with all 4 having different temperatures, precipitation, and landscape colors. Some states have mild temperatures all year or rainy and cloudy or hot and dry. What I love about Idaho is the 4 distinct seaso... read more

Last week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to sell,” it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe it’s a “bad time to buy” a home. The percentage of those surveyed saying it’s a “bad time to buy” hit 64%, up from 56% last month and 38% last July. The latest HPSI explains: “Consumers also continued t... read more

Building financial wealth and stability remains one of the top reasons Americans choose to own a home, and as a homeowner, your wealth often grows without you even realizing it. In a recent paper published by the Urban Institute, Home Ownership is Affordable Housing, author Mike Loftin illustrates how homeowners increase their equity and their wealth simply by making monthly mortgage payments: “The principal portion that reduces the loan balance builds the homeowner’s equity. In doi... read more