Newly listed in the Menan area - All on 1 level in move-in condition.   Immaculate inside & out with hardwood floors, trayed ceilings, new family room added, & lots of extras.  Fenced privacy yard, garden area, spacious deck.  A must see to appreciate.  $190,000

NEW LISTING -In home Beauty Salon!  Work from home in this updated 2 story home.  The Salon is located just off the entryway.  You will find lots of updating with newer hardwood floors updated cabinets, & fresh paint.   Priced at $135,00 - a monthly payment less than rent. 

MLS#181320 - Immaculate - Great flowing floor plan. Beautiful two-toned paint. Vaulted living room with fantastic gas fireplace surrounded by built-in shelves. Arched dining room with warm & timeless wood floors. Lots of unique touches throughout.  Five bedrooms, 2 baths.  The neighborhood is very quiet.  YOU JUST HAVE A WARM AND GOOD FEELING THE MINUTE YOU WALK INTO THIS HOME.  THIS IS A MUST SEE.  Call Sheldon at 208-521-0565.  Virtual Tour:  www.tourfactory.com/883712

Real Estate Tip:A Disappointed Seller


Many home sellers are disappointed by the first offer they receive. For example, when your agent calls to say that she has an offer on your home, your adrenaline might start flowing profusely. You get really excited, but your happy bubble bursts when you are presented with the contract. It's just not enough! The buyers asked for your new washing machine, and they also want to postpone the closing for three months. You don't see how it can work!

Before rejecting any offer on your property, you should consider making a counter offer. Rarely does an offer look the way it would if you had written it yourself. Consider the good and bad points of the offer, and work with the agents to find a middle ground that you and buyers can live with. You may have to go back and forth several times, and there will probably be compromises on both sides. Unless you are lucky enough to be selling in a strong sellers' market, the buyers will expect to do some bargaining. With a little patience, you and your agent can create a "win-win" situation for you and the buyers.

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NEW LISTING

Very Affordable at $110,000 all brick, newer metal roof, newer vinyl windows, partially finished basement, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, air conditioning, gas forced air heat, fenced yard, shed.  Call Sheldon Dance at 208-521-0565 for more details.  

New Listing 8 miles north of Idaho Falls.  Sitting on 1/2 acre with shop.  Very affordable at $135,000.  There are 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, & basement is 50% finished with room to grow.  Come check this home out by calling Sheldon Dance at 208-521-0565.  

Take a Virtual Tour  www.tourfactory.com/496322

FOR SALE:

Great Opportunity on westside in quiet neighborhood.  Extra tall ceilings in garage with RV parking.  Enjoy your hot tub with privacy fence & great patio area.  Call Sheldon for more details!

New Listing in Summit Park Subdivision.

Very affordable and in a great area.  A mile perimeter of elementary, middle school & high school.  Five bedrooms, 3 baths, 80% basement finish.  Only $163,900. 

QUALITIES FOR RD FINANCING!

Virtual Tour:  www.tourfactory.com/876180



VERY AFFORDABLE $125,000 located in Shelley.  Beautifully updated inside and out.  Four bedrooms, 2 baths.  Its adorable!  Take an online tour   www.tourfactory.com/867048 or call Sheldon Dance for details 208-521-0565.  .



Drastic Price Reduction!  Great country home on over 2 acres, animals permitted.   Well maintained home with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 car garage with RV parking.    Partially finished basement with room to expand. Outside includes sprinkler system and flood irrigation, playground and 2 sheds.  The grounds are beautiful.  Pride of ownership shows in neighborhood.  Take a Virtual Tour www.tourfactory.com/847721  or call 208-521-0565 for details. 

JUST LISTED A Beautiful 1.5 story home on 3 acres 5 min. west of Blackfoot.  Very open & spacious plan, 2 family rooms, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths.  Beautiful country kitchen with lots of pantry space, tiled floors and countertops. Great patio area, which is very secluded and includes the hot tub. The yard is landscaped with mature trees,& auto sprinkler. You will find outbuildings, a pump house and extra acreage for your animals with water rights.  Take a Virtual Tour www.tourfactory.com/873469 or call 208-521-0565 for details. 

9 Reasons You Should Try Square Foot Gardening

Want to grow 100% of veggies in 20% of space? That’s just one reason to try square foot gardening, an easy and efficient way to grow your own produce

Read more: http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/gardens/square-foot-gardening/#ixzz1vXfBUyWA

Homeownership falls to lowest rate in 15 years

Homeownership in the U.S. fell to its lowest rate in 15 years during the first quarter as more delinquent borrowers lost their homes to foreclosure, forcing many to rent.
The percentage of Americans who own their homes dropped a full percentage point over the past 12 months to 65.4% during the first three months of 2012, according to the latest Census Bureau data. That's the lowest rate since 1997 and down from the peak of 69.2% reached in 2004.
Read more at http://money.cnn.com/2012/04/30/real_estate/home-ownership/index.htm

Mortgage payments at lowest level in decades

For today's homebuyers, the weight of the monthly mortgage bill is the lightest it's been in decades.
Put 20% down on a median-priced ($154,400) existing home, and your payment will come to $616 a month, only 12.1% of the median U.S. family income.

In 98 of the top 100 metro areas, it's now cheaper to buy than rent.

"If you have good credit," says IHS Global Insight economist Patrick Newport, "this is the best time in 40 years to buy."
Want to trade up? You may think the buyer of your current home is getting a deal, but you might get an even better one on your next place.

Real estate's best-kept secret

Prices for bottom-tier properties have improved since 2011, reports Zillow, while top-tier prices keep falling.
Want to invest? To get the best rate (a quarter to a half point higher than for your primary residence), you'll have to put at least 25% down, according to federal guidelines.
http://money.cnn.com/2012/04/23/real_estate/mortgage-payment.moneymag/index.htm

What’s Your Earth Day Resolution?

This year, we’re resolving — and we hope you do too — to make some lasting changes in our homes so every day can be Earth Day.Read more: http://www.houselogic.com/home-diy/green-living/what-to-do-for-earth-day/#ixzz1sasYw555

It's April

It's April, the dreaded month of taxes. If you're like me, you put off thinking about it until the last minute. And then you scramble to get all your tax paraphernalia in order.

Do yourself-do your accountant!-a favor this month and start thinking about it today. Make a list of the things you need; documents, check stubs, etc.and start to do a little bit every day over the next week.

If you have any questions regarding tax laws as they apply to your real estate holdings or anything else real estate-related, please don't hesitate to call on me. I'll be more than happy to help you.

Attic Air Leaks: How to Find and Seal Them

Even if your attic floor is filled with adequate insulation, seal air leaks around pipes and other openings to prevent waste of energy and money.Read more: http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/insulation/fixing-attics-air-leaks/#ixzz1prOvbcWa

Guide to choosing your first home

Purchasing your first home can be both a thrilling and daunting experience. Once you have settled on a budget, your options will become more clear. To help you make heads or tails of house hunting, here is a guide on what to consider when finding your first home.Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2012/03/12/guide-to-choosing-your-first-home/?intcmp=features#ixzz1oupwdKaQ

Are you timing the market to sell?

Most people sell their home because of the time of their lives, not because of the timing of the market! You know better than anyone why you are considering selling your home. Is it the size of your home, a job transfer or maybe a family situation?
Whatever the reason for selling your home, you need to time it for your life.
Call me so we can sit down together and discuss your personal situation and your options. You know why you need to move; I just want to help you get there faster. Call me today to make sure your timing is right for you!

Presidents Day

One holiday for two great presidents, Lincoln and Washington. Each of these presidents was great enough to have their own holiday. And at one time, they did.
But in our rush to institutionalize holidays, and make them fit in school and bank schedules, we may have accidentally improved on two great holidays. By making one day devoted to all great presidents.
One great president proved his high expectation for the country and each of us in one sentence.
"The ablest man I ever met is the man you think you are."
- Franklin D. Roosevelt.
As we celebrate Presidents' Day, let's acknowledge that it's really a tribute to all greatness. To all leadership.
Enjoy the holiday!

$25 Billion Mortgage Settlement "Just the 'First Step' - ABC News

$25 Billion Mortgage Settlement "Just the 'First Step' - ABC News

Deducting mortgage interest, as well as interest on home equity loans Read more

If you want to deduct all of your mortgage interest, there are limits on both how much money you can borrow and on what you do with the money you get. You also need to itemize your return to reap the benefits of these deductions. Calculations can be complicated, so consult a tax adviser.
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Business is good (though market is slow)

With the real estate market down, have you considered how it offers a great opportunity to "move up" because the values of higher-priced homes have come down more than yours has?
I also wanted to say that although the market is slow, I'm still doing well. The reason? Integrity, experience, and I use all the latest high-tech tools to maximize a home's market exposure. In addition, I've come to the conclusion that the best solution to a softer market is harder work.
So if you've considered selling, or if you hear that any family, friends or neighbors are, please call or email me any time.

This Month in Real Estate

2012 shows signs of an improving housing market as the U.S. economy continues its forward-moving yet slow road to recovery. Although there are economists projecting housing prices will decline further, aided by distressed property sales that sell at a greater discount, these prices are expected to rebound considerably later in the year and continue into 2013. Factors that continue to impede a speedier recovery in the housing are consumer confidence, job-growth uncertainty, and tough lending standards that keep many otherwise qualified buyers from financing a home purchase. However, consumer confidence may be showing signs of improvement according to a report released by Fannie Mae on December 7, which revealed that consumer sentiment toward home prices is stabilizing and that, for the first time in six months, more people believe that prices will soon begin to rise. This is an encouraging development, as much of our economic vitality depends upon the overall confidence of the consumer, and could trigger even stronger home sales as more people feel confident that prices will go up.As the new year begins, many consumers appear to be in a holding pattern, waiting to see how the economy reacts to the different demands both here and abroad. Yet with steadily increasing sales and record-breaking affordability, now is the time to take advantage of these opportunities to buy or sell a home.Sources: Fiserv, Fannie Mae

How to Seal Out Drafts and Seal in Comfort

An average home loses up to 30% of its heating and cooling energy through air leaks. The most significant air leaks tend to occur around windows and doors. To stop air leaks and prevent your home heating and cooling dollars from vanishing in the wind, it’s important to seal any air leaks around windows and doors. Learn More Here

Wow - This home is a classic in its days! All brick single level home in Home Ranch. Very neat, clean & bright. Beautiful chandeliers, built-in china hutch, drawers. The large living room has a fireplace and large picture window. The kitchen is light and bright with beautiful white custom cabinets, breakfast bar, dishwasher, oven/range & fridge. The kitchen & dining floor is ceramic tile. The 4 bedrooms are all huge with lots of closet space in all. There are 2 large baths with large vanities. The laundry is on the main level. The basement is finished with a family room, kitchenette, bedrooms, mechanical room & storage with shelving under the stairs. There is a covered patio for enjoying summer barbecues and a large fenced yard, auto sprinklers & mature trees. FAMILY TRUST OWNED! IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE WHO IS INTERESTED IN THIS HOME, GIVE ME A CALL.