Spring is upon us and if you are anything like me, the smell of rain and all of the life popping up around us is invigorating and making us all ready for warm weather! With this excitement, there also comes the spring prep for your home and yard. I wanted to share what is on my Spring to do list to get ready for warm weather!    The winter brought more snow and weather than we have seen for a few years, thank goodness! With that extra weather, comes some extra clean up. Remember to clean out you... read more

A few weeks ago, Gary and I both got a text from a friend of ours, Jason, to introduce us to a new Non-Profit run by Jamie. We met Jamie, at Vickers Boot Store and she shared the touching story of Jae, her childhood best friend, who took his own life in 2016. As time passed, Jamie wanted to start a life changing non-profit in the name of Jae to help bring awareness and prevention to suicide and mental health.  While Jamie was telling us the story of Jae and how the Jae Foundation began, where they are today, a... read more

Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years. Some are concerned that the recent run-up in home prices will lead to a situation similar to the housing crash 15 years ago. However, experts say the market is totally different today. For example, Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, tweeted just last week on this issue: “. . . We do need price appreciation to slow today (it’s not sustainable over the long run) but hi... read more

Spring is here and summer is just around the corner!  We are entering the time of year that we see more inventory come on the market.  The winter has lasted a lot longer than we have seen for several years. Our inventory is still at a historical low.  As of when I am writing this update, we have 44 days' worth of inventory on the market in the Magic Valley.  This is still very much a seller’s market.  We haven’t seen as many multiple offers come in on listings over the winter co... read more

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