Tag Archives: Buyers
We Have Real Estate Buyers: November 30 List
Thinking of Selling? We Have Buyers, looking to purchase properties like these: CDA/Post Falls/Hayden—3bed/2bath home, 1500-2200SF, newer than 1995, up to $300,000 Hayden/CDA—house with character, nice kitchen, 3bed/2bath, office, nice neighborhood, has cash up to $140,000, looking for $150,000-$160,000, if … Continue reading
US News: Post Falls Named one of 10 Best Affordable Mountain Towns for Retirement
There you have it! USNews.com has discovered what the rest of us have known all along. This time, Post Falls has been recognized in the Top 10 Most Affordable Mountain Towns for Retirement. Below are excerpts from the full article: … Continue reading
Should I Buy or just Rent? A Cost/Benefit Analysis
You might be surprised to find that a careful Cost/Benefit Analysis still favors BUYING, despite increasing interest rates. Here’s one scenario: What Does Opportunity Cost Mean? Here is a great explanation we found at www.investopedia.com: 1. The cost of an alternative … Continue reading
What is the True Cost of the Interest Rate Increase?
Dear Friends, It’s probably no surprise that rising interest rates have a significant impact on your pocket book. But how much of an impact? The True Cost may shock you! Consider this: The average stay in a home is 5 to … Continue reading
2011 Windermere Market Review
Hello, Friends! Our Annual Windermere Report (see link below) is an overview of last year’s real estate market and a forecast of the trends, opportunities, and challenges we can expect in the coming months. Forecasting the future is always a … Continue reading
Good News: Existing Home Sales Jump
As you wander through life, whatever be your goal, keep your eye on the donut and not on the hole! -Sign in the Mayflower Coffee Shop, Chicago This quote came to us through our Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty newsletter … Continue reading
Browser’s Friends in Cougar Gulch
Browser wants to give a “Howl-Out” to our new friends in Cougar Gulch area. We sold them this property last year, and we were so pleased to receive their Christmas Card last month. Here are the pictures of their beautiful family enjoying … Continue reading
Market News: SOLD Residential Comparison 2005 – 2010
Here’s the data from the Coeur d’Alene MLS. Are you thinking of selling your home in 2011? The Pending Home Sales Index,* a forward-looking indicator, rose 10.4 percent to 89.3 based on contracts signed in October from 80.9 in September. … Continue reading