Bloomberg Business recently published an article on how positive things are looking heading into this year’s busy home buying season. While the article refers to the nationwide market, it is closely consistent with McCall’s market as well. In a nutshell, here is the good news: Previously owned home sales were up in March by the… Read More
Mortgage Rates Remain Steady This Spring
April 21, 2015 by
Mortgage rates are ever-changing and it is hard to know whether to jump into a home now or wait a couple months to see if rates drop. But there’s also the chance that rates will rise. So what’s a potential homebuyer to do? Fortunately there are those who watch the market and have a handle… Read More
Luxury Kitchen Upgrade
April 7, 2015 by
The kitchen is the heart of the home, so they say. And let’s face it, most of us tend to spend a lot of time there. So maybe it’s time to think of adding some luxury upgrades to your kitchen. Here are some ideas to take your kitchen up a luxurious notch. Be sure to check out… Read More
Renting vs. Buying in McCall
April 2, 2015 by
For the last few years renting a home has typically been less expensive than paying a mortgage. But with historically low mortgage rates and rising rent costs that trend may be shifting. In fact, rents are expected to rise even faster than home values in 2015 in McCall. But, the choice between renting and buying… Read More
Reconsider Writing That Love Letter
March 17, 2015 by
With the recent market situation in McCall, meaning fewer homes on the market and more buyers, advice has been abounding about how to close the deal, including writing a letter to the sellers telling them how much you love the home and why you should be the ones to live in it. All too often… Read More
Buying A House in McCall? How To Get Your Finances In Order
March 10, 2015 by
Tax season is upon us which makes it the perfect time to start thinking about getting your finances in order for a future home purchase. The home buying process actually begins with putting effort into getting your finances in good standing. A good rule of thumb is to start the process up to a year in… Read More
Are Bidding Wars In Your Future?
March 3, 2015 by
In McCall, just as in many places around the country, demand for housing is outpacing availability. This is especially true in our area for single family homes under $300,000 as many buyers are looking to take advantage of current low interest rates. But, when supply is down, prices go up. According to new data from… Read More
Zillow Acquires Trulia
February 24, 2015 by
If you’ve ever gone online to look at real estate, whether just curious or actually looking to buy a home, you’ve most likely gone to both zillow.com and trulia.com. Both sites are similar in nature, listing homes for sale or that have sold on the recent market and giving actual or estimated property values, along… Read More
Timbercrest, 412 Verita Street, McCall (SOLD)
February 18, 2015 by
A rare opportunity to own an amazing home located close to Shore Lodge, Rotary Park at Payette Lake, and Payette River. In Timbercrest, this well appointed home features Wolf appliances and SubZero Fridge, not to mention fully furnished with the 4th bedroom as a bunk room with 4 beds, a pool table, and beverage area…. Read More
Forget Spring Cleaning…We Should Be Winter Cleaning
February 17, 2015 by
With the oddly spring-like weather we’ve been having this February in McCall, highs in the 40’s and lows barely below freezing, it’s hard not to start thinking about spring cleaning. But, with at least two more months of solid winter weather that’s sure to come back to us (it is, right???) here is why you… Read More
