One of my favorite local places to eat and to play is Koto Brewing in Downtown Twin Falls Idaho.  Their crew is the best in both customer service and fun, friendly people.They have a new menu, and it has something for everyone.  The food is just different enough to make you appreciate a local fare and flavor yet satisfy even the pickiest eaters.  The menu provides a wide diversity from vegetarian to savory meat dishes to spicy seafood favorites. They are also a small craft brewery with as many as 10 ... read more

If you’re ready to move up, you may be trying to decide whether you want to buy a home that’s already on the market or build a new one. And since the supply of homes available for sale today is low, you’re willing to consider either avenue. While home builders are doing everything they can to construct more houses and help narrow the supply shortage, they’re also facing delays due to factors outside of their control. Here’s the latest on some of the key challenges homebu... read more

As the spring housing market kicks off, you likely want to know what you can expect this season when it comes to buying or selling a house. While there are multiple factors causing some uncertainty, including the conflict overseas, rising inflation, and the first rate increase from the Federal Reserve in over three years — the housing market seems to be relatively immune. Here’s a look at what experts say you can expect this spring. 1. Mortgage Rates Will Cli... read more

For as long as I can remember Spring Cleaning, just saying the words is self-explanatory. It does mean different things to different people. It is a chore done in the spring months. Or late winter. Whenever the homeowner, or tenant, chooses to devote some time, energy and oftentimes some money to the job.  Outdoor and Garage There is outdoor cleaning, garage straightening and sorting from the long winter months to be done on a bit warmer day of your choosing. Picking up trash, leaves and bushes that found the... read more

When you make a move, you want to sell your house for the highest price possible. That might be why many homeowners are eager to list in today’s sellers’ market. After all, with record-low inventory and high buyer demand, many homes are selling for more than asking price. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 46% of homes are selling above list price today. But even in a market like we have now, working with an agent to set the right aski... read more