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Boise MLS Search

My website www.IdahoHomeAgent.com provides many useful tools for anyone looking to buy, sell or relocate.


Buyers -

  • My website has a full MLS search with all of the available homes on the market
  • Use the map based search, to see an ariel view of the valley
  • Set up a search using your criteria for a home such as location, price, size,
  • Search by neighborhood
  • Search by school district
  • Save your search so when you return it is already setup
  • Have email updates sent to you whenever a home matching your criteria is listed
  • Research the local area, schools and neighborhoods
  • Free mortgage information


    Boise Real Estate Search By Map

    Sellers -

  • Request a complimentary market analysis - to see what your home would sell for
  • With 8 out of 10 buyers searching for their home on the internet, if I listed your home:
  • Your home would be placed on all of the top home search websites
  • Your home would be attached to all of my outgoing emails as part of my stationary
  • Your home would receive maximum exposure being featured on my website, over 125 unique visitors a day, over 3,800 per month plus returning visitors would see your home.

    Visit my website today www.IdahoHomeAgent.com

    You can also chat with me live on my website.

  • Posted on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 07:45PM by Registered CommenterMegan Schomer in | CommentsPost a Comment | EmailEmail

    Boise Idaho Growth Potential

    Boise’s growth potential

     I have been asked this question asked a lot, especially lately with the U.S. economy in a downturn. So I thought this would be a good subject to blog about.
     The growth potential in Boise is great, there are many projects in the works and Idaho is the fourth fastest growing state. Yesterday Boise’s largest employer Micron Technology announced they would be expanding their operations here due to tax incentives give by the state.  

    A local successful developer is planning a $500 million dollar business complex in Meridian, his previous projects include Two Rivers and Island Woods luxury home neighborhoods in Eagle, Idaho built by the Boise River.

    Downtown Boise

    There is a race car track that will be accepted by NASCAR that will be built east of Boise bringing jobs and tourism. A movie studio has also been approved for South of Boise. These are all new projects but in the past few years also some major corporations have moved in or expanded their companies here in the Valley providing thousands of jobs. Such as Citi, T-Moblie, AT&T, Home Depot, Lowes, Hotels, Restaurants just to name a few. Also a lot of companies use Boise as a test market for their new products due to the diversity of the area and we have been ranked numerous times as a great place to live and do business. This just names some of the projects and companies but with their growth and expansion it will increase the amount of jobs available and the potential for small businesses to thrive. 

     Our unemployment rate is at 2.8% well below the national average of 5%, to see the current unemployment rate for Idaho and other states click here - Idaho unemployment rate


     As an Idaho native I have seen Boise grow and develop into a wonderful place, new opportunities are exciting and beneficial to the whole community. Boise has a bright beautiful future, feel free to comment and ask any questions!

     

     

    Posted on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at 04:16PM by Registered CommenterMegan Schomer in | CommentsPost a Comment | EmailEmail

    Rate cuts

    What do rate cuts do for a homeowner or someone looking to become one…

     

    As you likely know already we received an emergency rate cut earlier this week, and will probably see another in the coming week and in the future. Which means lower rates for most loans, such as car loans and credit cards. What do they mean to homeowners and future homeowners? Quite a lot, a home is most peoples largest investment and largest debt. So the rate on your home loan can change your monthly payment dramatically.

    Here are some examples on how your mortgage interest rate can change your payment. Based on a 30 year fully amortized loan, not including taxes and insurance.

     

    Loan amount     monthly payment at     7.00%          6.50%           6.00%    

            

     $150,000                                           $997.95        $948.10        $899.33

                                                    monthly savings      $49.85          $98.62

                                                     yearly savings       $598.20        $1,183.44

                                                    

     $250,000                                           $1,663.26     $1,580.17      $1,498.88

                                                     monthly savings     $83.09          $164.38

                                                      yearly savings      $997.08         $1,972.56

     

     $400,000                                           $2,661.21     $2,528.27      $2,398.20

                                                     monthly savings     $132.94        $263.21

                                                      yearly savings      $1,595.28      $3,158.52

     

     $800,000                                           $5,322.42     $5,056.54      $4,796.40

                                                      monthly savings    $265.88        $526.02

                                                       yearly savings     $3,190.56      $6,312.24

     

    Every little bit makes a difference in your loan… So if you are looking to purchase a home or refinance be sure to get the best rate possible!

     

    Posted on Saturday, January 26, 2008 at 02:04PM by Registered CommenterMegan Schomer | CommentsPost a Comment | References34 References | EmailEmail

    Local housing market

    Current housing market

    Boise

    Active listings: 2415

    Average asking price: $319,126

    Meridian

    Active listings: 1313

    Average asking price: $326,566

    Eagle

    Active listings: 427

    Average asking price: $677,247

     

    A look back over the previous year 2007

    Boise

    Sold homes: 17,577

    Average sold price: $226,624

    Meridian

    Sold homes: 9,926

    Average sold price: $253,259

    Eagle

    Sold homes: 2,022

    Average sold price: $409,721

    (All numbers are approximate as of 01/06/08, including condos and town homes)

     

    Posted on Sunday, January 6, 2008 at 04:37PM by Registered CommenterMegan Schomer | CommentsPost a Comment | EmailEmail

    Bridge Tower

    Bridge Tower Meridian Idaho Homes For Sale

    Search Meridian Idaho Neighborhoods                 

    Bridgetower Neighborhood Pictures - Entrance

                                                                

    There are large open areas, long walking paths, fun playgrounds, two swimming pools, community club house and much more! Beautiful Italian architecture is seen everywhere from the staircase waterfall to the pillars all around…

    The homes size vary from patio homes to large estate like homes. The patio homes are located in their own quiet section, the yards are small and maintained by the homeowners association. With such a variety there is something for everyone!

    Demographics:

    Existing home price: $232,000 - $479,900

    Existing home size: 1,544 - 3,746 square feet

    New/To be built price: $240,000 - $460,000

    New/To be built: 1,732 - 3,252 square feet

    Pictures:

     

     

    Bridgetower Neighborhood Pictures - Clubhouse

    Club house and one of the pools  

     

     

    Bridgetower Neighborhood Pictures - Playground

    Playground

     

    Bridgetower Neighborhood Pictures - Common Area

    Walking path

     

     

    Bridgetower Neighborhood Pictures - Walking Path

    Common area

     

    Bridgetower Neighborhood Pictures - Model Homes

    Homes

    Search Meridian Idaho Neighborhoods On A Map  

    Posted on Friday, December 21, 2007 at 05:12PM by Registered CommenterMegan Schomer in | CommentsPost a Comment | EmailEmail
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