Realism -- seeing the risks, having the courage to bear bad news, and being prepared for famine as well as plenty.
Realtors tend to be a very optimistic group. That’s our job, to encourage people to make wise decisions. So we have to find something good in every market or we will be out of business.
I enjoyed this article by Deanna Salazar and Kerry Brown. Sometimes facts can help put some perspective into the local market. Not that we aren’t being effected by Washington, but there are other things to consider when buying or selling in the Boise Market.
Deanna “Late Night Letterman” Salazar’s Top Ten Good Things About Today’s Economic Storm
10. National existing home sales up 7.4% year over year in August! Sold properties in Ada & Canyon Counties for Sept 08 = 784 compared to Sept 07 = 690! Good news!
9. Warren Buffet has confidence in the market investing 20 billion while endorsing the financial rescue plan stating it would maximize benefits for the housing and financial markets.
(When Warren Buffet talks… everybody listens!)
8. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the mother and father of mortgage loans for all Americans are still open for business with little or no major changes in operations.
7. Your money in the bank is now insured by the FDIC for up to $250,000.00.
6. Gasoline is back down to merely extortionate prices from obscenely extortionate pricesJ
5. Real Estate is on sale, folks! Just a few years ago buyers were scrambling over each other to pay $150 or more per sq ft for tons of homes. Do you know how many similar homes are killer deals at $85-$95 per sq ft now—same type of home? They’re all over the place! Buy while we’re still having the sale!!
4. Property Virgin? A $7,500.00 tax credit can now be yours when buying your 1st home!
3. Think there aren’t any loans out there? Nobody can qualify? Simply not true. With as little as 3% down, FHA limits are up to over $300K and 0% downpayment programs for VA borrowers up to $417K!
2. Capitol Hill and Wall Street bigwigs are exposed as blubbering hypocrites daily! J
And the Number 1 good thing (even in our stormy Oct 2008 economy…..)
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Each day we can….get hot water and electricity at our fingertips. We can travel from the Atlantic to the Pacific without showing identification and passports at each state, we have a bigger selection of food in our stores and restaurants than most countries could imagine, 95% of Americans currently have a job, we can read what we want, enjoy a movie, talk on our cell phones, push a button and depend on emergency services to help us and send our children to school without fear of bombings and militias. Not so bad, huh?
Getting lost in a Corn Maze is a very big attraction in these parts, evidence by having two wonderful selections almost right next to each other. So I thought I’d better get some first hand knowledge to add to my blog. (that’s one great thing about blogging, you have an good excuse to have fun)
The Corn Maize is located in Kuna Idaho on Meridian Rd pass Lake Hazel. First I need to get a coupon off their website (much to my kids dismay) http://www.idahomaze.com/ This website is great! Even has pictures of past mazes. And video of the field of screams that will really whet your appetite for fright.
The field of screams opens in October on Friday and Saturday nights. Guess I’ll have to wait. The other events are geared for the real young, of which I don’t have any yet.
The other great corn maze in the area to choose from is on Linder Road. Turn West on Lake Hazel off of Meridian Rd and go to the next road (Linder) and turn north.
7165 S Linder Rd, Meridian, ID 83642. Phone: (208) 371-0222. Email them at: sherrie@linderfarms.com. Pumpkins are usually available in October. Open: Monday to Friday 5pm - 8pm Saturday 11am to 8pm Opening September 24th, 2005 through Halloween
Corn maze, pumpkins, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, child-sized haybale maze, and really fun tractor-pulled hay rides.
Then while your at it, stop at Rice Farms on Meridian Rd, just pass the Corn Maize and pick up some wonderful, organic produce. The Honey Crisp Apples are my favorite.
Actually Fall is my favorite. Enjoy
The fastest growing segment of the Treasure Valley’s population is the unincorporated area of Ada County. (Kuna Melba News Vol 26,No1) Growing a whopping 5.7%.
There is plenty of opportunity to own your piece of Idaho in the Boise area.
So now is a great time to consider a solid investment…land. Check out my favorite source of land advice Stock vs Land Investments
As the city of Kuna completes it’s new comprehensive plan, opportunities to invest in this area that is experiencing steady growth will be prime. Buy now, enjoy, and reap the financial benefits later.
One of the fastest growing rural communities in the Treasure Valley, Kuna Idaho, is boasting a 4 percent growth rate in 2007. Located South of Boise and Meridian, it has easy access to the interstate. Plus a great school system, not much traffic, low crime and a great country atmosphere.
As the Treasure Valley grows, developers and cities look to areas that have the best land deals. As the Boise area grows, there is one option and that is to come south. Boise has already approved subdivisions east as far south as Kuna.
With the proposed Kuna Mora bypass, planned for sometime in the future, the land south of the interstate will be prime for even more growth.
So don’t miss this great piece of land for sale. (the real reason for this post) Locust Grove
Here is one opportunity to buy now, wait for Kuna to complete it’s comprehensive plan, apply for a one time split, and sell off half of your investment for almost as much you bought it for. Land For Sale
You have secured an investment for little and will then hold on to it as it grows for your retirement.
Imagine you are about to tour a farm where cattle are being raised from birth to market on high quality home grown grass and grains.
Welcome to Vogel Farms, a family operated farm located in Kuna. Their specialty is all natural, grain fed pork, beef,eggs and coming soon, poultry.
Unlike animals raised in a feedlot, the cattle have never been confined in close quarters, implanted with hormones, treated routinely with antibiotics or fed any questionable feed ingredients.
They live a good life! Looking out at the fields, you see the cattle, heads down, slowly mowing their way across the pasture.
All of their meat is processed at Meridian Meat and Sausage and is USDA approved. The meat is fresh frozen so you only get the great taste of the pork and beef rather than a mouthful of preservatives!
The chickens are free range (with lots of protection from predators) and the eggs have a deep, natural colored yolks with a real egg taste!
I can personally attest to the great quality and value you will get at this farm. And I’m looking forward to some wonderful chicken and turkey to choose from this fall.
The market was full and teaming with locals this morning. And as I found out today, I didn’t get there early enough!!
I wandered in about 11:00 (Opens 9–12) and they had sold out on the most popular items. Tree ripened apricots were gone and so were the first green bean crop. I should know better, with the increase in popularity of this great local market, I need to get moving faster in the morning.
There was still plenty of fresh produce left, baked goods (bless those ladies that turn on the stove in the summer), eggs, lamb, beef, pork and lots of fun crafts. Plus Vogel’s Farms are always cooking up something scrumptious and different.
Today the market featured a group of Irish dancers. Local talent always adds some ambiance to the event.
The market gets better and better every year and people are starting to discover the great produce and fun. Every week promises something different to try and enjoy.
It’s a great place to run into some neighbors and have a cup of joe at the local coffee shop, relax and enjoy the day.
Next week there will be more green beans and perhaps the first crop of Peaches! Better go early.
Kuna’s Farmers Market is found under the big flag in the Sandstone Plaza off of 4th St. Or if you take Main into downtown, just locate the flag and follow the road to the flag.
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Real estate agent that loves the country and selling real estate. Helping you navigate your rural property purchase whether a hobby farm, horse property, or a building lot with elbow room
Whether you are a first time home buyer or moving into the Boise area, let me help you discover why so many people call Idaho home.
I work and play here in Kuna and the surrounding communities and specialize in rural property. There is something to be cherished about rural America and understanding the value of owning land to carry out your dreams is essential.
From my experiences when I relocated here from Wisconsin seven years ago, it is very important to work with someone that understands the area and your desires and needs. So whether buying, selling or just browsing the listings, you'll find something useful here. I'd love to tell you more in person about the rural community I'm a part of.
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I love to sell dirt! There is something about helping clients that are looking for a little land to play with that I can relate to.
I grew up on my Dad’s hobby farm. He was a farmer’s son and it was in his blood to raise his food and spend his free time tilling the soil and feeding his family. The hard, back breaking work was never discussed, it was just part of our lives.
But it does get in your blood. I love the smell of fresh turned dirt. And I’m always sneaking my husband’s truck to fill up with good rich well composted cow manure.
So it’s easy for me to connect when people call looking for a house with a little land too.
But what is rural living in this neck of the woods?
My definition of rural is defined as a community (that could include a city) of less than 20,000 where the majority of the local income is agricultural. So Kuna and Star are the only towns in Ada county that I would considered rural and they will probably outgrow that definition in 10 years.
Suzie Benkstein from Emmett Idaho, defines rural as an area with no bright lights, not a lot of traffic, quiet, where you can ride bikes and you can see the stars. I like her definition.
There are still plenty of larger acreage lots within Ada county that are not located in a defined rural community. You may have more road traffic, can’t see the stars all the time or have to put up with more noise, but they definitely meet the requirements for most people that want to raise animals, gardens, or numerous other reasons people need more land.
Rural living is completely different from urban living. You deal with different issues, it’s easy to get involved in the community, entertainment is very different, and it’s easier to give. Community Giving
Of course that’s only if you like that social interaction. You can be isolated and private in the country if that is what you need.
I think people get discouraged when they move to a rural community for the cheap land or housing, build or buy their dream home and then decide they don’t like driving all the time into the city to do the things they were use to doing with their free time or to conduct business.
My office is in Boise but I like being here in Kuna. I like dealing with people that like rural communities and know what that means. If you are relocating, I make sure you understand what kind of community fits your needs before I start showing you homes.
This is my envision of someone that would enjoy living in a rural community. They enjoy quietness, don’t care for crowds, are OK with a slower pace, only go to the mall if necessary, they lift their heads to take in the smells of the country and they can’t wait for the weather to straighten around to venture out to do yard chores. Then rural living is probably something you would enjoy.
From first time home buyers, John and Amanda: Sara never made us feel bad with all the questions and doubts we had. Her patience made us comfortable with the home buying process.
Deanna was told to not even bother trying to buy a house with her financial challenges, but she took the information I gave her and ran with it. She was able to purchase a home in the town she wanted to be in and she told me" Thanks for listening and understanding my needs. You helped with financing options others didn't think of to help me reach my goals."
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