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Buyer and seller guides, financing basics, home-maintenance tips, and local market commentary written for Twin Falls and the Magic Valley.

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Category: Magic Valley May 21, 2019

Old Idaho Penitentiary

Step into Idaho history at the Old Idaho Penitentiary in Boise. Explore cell blocks, solitary confinement, the gallows, and exhibits that bring 100+ years of prison life to life for all ages.

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Category: Homes May 14, 2019

Housing Trends 2019

Who’s buying homes and what do they want? This overview explores key housing trends, including affordability challenges, older repeat buyers, longer ownership periods, and rising demand for staged homes.

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Category: Homes May 7, 2019

Maintenance Skills for Homeowners

Basic home maintenance skills protect your home’s value and prevent costly repairs when it comes time to sell your home. Learn simple tasks like cleaning gutters, resetting breakers, shutting off water, and fixing small drywall damage.

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Category: Magic Valley April 30, 2019

Farmer’s Almanac 2019

ublished since 1792, the Farmer’s Almanac offers seasonal weather outlooks, planting charts, and practical home advice. See how its predictions apply to Idaho and why it’s still fun to follow.

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Category: Homes April 23, 2019

Who is Buying in 2019

Today’s homebuyers are changing. Learn who is buying in 2019. From millennials and single women to Hispanic and multigenerational buyers and how these trends affect buying and selling strategies.

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Category: Magic Valley April 16, 2019

Days on the Market

Wondering why days on the market matters? Discover how DOM influences home buyer offers, when homes for sale listings turn “stale,” and why pricing correctly at launch protects your home’s value.

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Category: Homes April 9, 2019

Buying a FSBO

Considering a For Sale by Owner home sale? A licensed buyer’s agent can still represent you; helping evaluate price, negotiate terms, manage inspections, and guide you through closing.

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Category: Magic Valley April 2, 2019

Idaho Potato Museum

Just a short drive from Twin Falls, the Idaho Potato Museum offers a quirky, educational stop. Explore potato history, watch short films, shop themed gifts, and taste creative potato dishes.

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Category: Homes March 26, 2019

Spring Home Maintenance

Keep your home in top shape with spring maintenance. Learn which interior and exterior tasks prevent wear, improve comfort, and help preserve your home’s long-term market value for when you're ready to sell your home.

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Category: Homes March 19, 2019

Buyers’ Most Important Rooms

Home Buyers focus on key spaces when touring a home. Discover which rooms make the biggest impact and practical staging tips agents recommend for stronger showings and faster sales.

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Category: Homes March 12, 2019

Garage Doors

Garage doors play a major role in curb appeal when selling a home, especially when they face the street. Learn how upgrading style, windows, and hardware can instantly update your home’s exterior.

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Category: Homes March 5, 2019

Quick Lighting Updates

Want a fast, affordable refresh to help sell your home? Discover easy lighting upgrades using LED bulbs, modern downlights, vintage-style Edison LEDs, and patio string lighting for instant style.

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