Are Public Lands Guaranteed?
I have always been an advocate for providing clear information, but never guarantees. I always lead opinions with a pretty clear statement that “my opinion is”……
Lincoln County WY
Guest Article: Lessons learned buying real estate in Idaho
Author: Joe Mena – Victor, ID As someone who moved to Teton Valley from a state where disclosing everything to buyers and home inspectors is mandatory, buying…
But… That Lot is Smaller!
I know I have written about this before, and I’m sure there is an article buried in the archives harping on the same issues here, but I think it’s an important…
Deferred Maintenance and its Impact on Value
Homeownership comes with maintenance. In fact, it can oftentimes be one of the key driving factors for one to consider selling a home, particularly in an area…
Fields and Fields… of Fields
No, I’m not talking about all of the so-called empty subdivisions better known as “fields”. Today, I am talking about form fields. When a real estate agent gets…
What I’ve Learned About Ice Dams
Every Winter this comes up. As a Realtor and property manager, I’ve had plenty of firsthand experience here. I think the best way to categorize this article is…
What do you consider Peak season?
One of the most frequently asked questions I get pertains to the seasons. I wear multiple hats around the office. Sometimes I provide insight for the property…
What’s it cost to build a house around here? (2022)
I’ve always got to start with my typical disclosures. I’m obviously not a builder, but I work closely with builders and stay in touch with customers that have…
Roofs, Property Value and Peace of Mind
A family friend reached out a few weeks back about the potential impact of a certain roofing system compared with another and how it might impact the value of…
Where are we relative to 2007?
Being a real estate agent and a small-time real estate investor, not only do I closely watch localized trends, but also pay attention to National trends. I pay…
What is a Listing “Contingency”?
Somewhat recently, the Teton MLS changed their display rules so that listings which are under contract (now labeled “Pending”, “Pending Contingent”, or “Pending…
Will Heat Pumps Work in the Teton Valley Climate
You’ll probably find a video in the coming weeks with respect to heat pumps in our climate, I’ve just installed one. One can assume that probably means that…