I was in a Keller Williams Realty Boise sales meeting about a month ago, and the person speaking was talking about writing manifestations of what you want in life and posting them in your house. Of course, he centered the topic around business. I remember thinking to myself, gee whiz, I need to remember to... Continue Reading →
11 Items to Remember for Your Remodel
Remodel. I love this particular word, but for some it can be quite daunting. Tips: 1. Interview your contractor, get references 2. Get all bids in writing. 3. Stick to your budget when possible, 4. Be prepared for the hidden challenges More in this article from houzz.com
Front Porch Allure
Ah, the front porch. We all want one! I don't have a front porch but I do have a front patio area. One evening last Spring, I opened up a bottle of French red wine and went to work decorating my "space". Actually what I was really doing was celebrating my new singleness. New life!... Continue Reading →
Cauliflower Tabbouleh
I saw a recipe online this week, and decided to try it in my attempt to be more wheat free. Traditional tabbouleh uses bulgur and I honestly, I have not made tabbouleh for years because of this. I wanted something healthier. Why not cauliflower? And, while I am at it, why not use arugula? Cauliflower... Continue Reading →
Ice….Everywhere!
The Treasure Valley woke up evenly coated in ice this morning. I’ve lived here for 16 years and never have I seen weather like this.  This wasn’t a little bit of ice.  Rather it coated every car like an extra layer of skin, made garbage bins into ice sculptures and gave Idaho drivers a new challenge to... Continue Reading →
Outdoor Lighting to Make Your Landscape Glow
Loved the ideas here from Houzz! Try to guess my favourite.....
Ada County Home Sales Statistics April 2012
Sales in April 2012 were 645 in Ada County, an increase of 17% compared to April 2011.  Year-to-date sales are 2,012; 11% over the first three months of 2011. Dollar volume for April was up 33%! New homes sold in April increased 78% over new homes sold in April of 2011!!…and are up 56%... Continue Reading →
2012 Unsung Hero Award
I spoke on March 10th at the Ada County Association of Realtors Circle of Excellence event to present the Unsung Hero award. This was a difficult decision. There are many of us in our Association that are givers. We give to our community in numerous ways and we give to our industry in countless volunteer... Continue Reading →