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  • Sandpoint Realty ‘Friday Flag’ – March 11, 2022

    Sandpoint Realty ‘Friday Flag’ – March 11, 2022

    ‘Friday Flag’ this week will give us one last look at the harsh winter behind us.  I do enjoy the contrast of Ole Glory against the shades of the turbulent clouds. 

    Sandpoint Realty - Friday Flag

    One of my favorite spots to enjoy the flag so you have have seen it in a few different photo’s although may not recognize it because the look can change so much with the seasons.

    Thank you Bonners Ferry Idaho for proudly flying our USA Flag at Bonners Ferry Memorial Park, for not only the locals to enjoy but all those entering North Idaho or exiting.  

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

  • Sandpoint Realty ‘Wednesday Word #4’ – Chafe 150 Gran Fondo

    Sandpoint Realty ‘Wednesday Word #4’ – Chafe 150 Gran Fondo

    Chafe 150 Gran Fondo is one of the events coming back this year, to Sandpoint Idaho, with a full venue.  A favorite for locals and participants as well, this event is not one that you would at the last moment decide to give a try.  A fully sponsored bicycle ride with the furthest distance being part of the Event Name ‘Chafe 150 Gran Fondo’.  

    Sandpoint Realty - Chafe 150 2022

    4 other rides available along with the 150 miles.  A newer addition of the 100 mile or Century, 80 – 40 – and 25 miles.  All rides start and finish at City Beach Sandpoint Idaho, with the 80 and 100 mile rides getting a bus ride to Troy Montana, from City Beach, to officially begin their designated rides.  

    Sandpoint Realty - Chafe 150 route

    ‘Gran Fondo’ means Great Party and Chafe 150 definitely holds up to the calling.  Check in the day before on the grass at City Beach Sandpoint, in and outside of Trinity’s Restaurant.  Fully supported ride with early morning breakfast before ride, staffed break stops along all rides, mechanics and safety vehicles watching over riders, and of course the real party starts when you finish the ride, no matter the distance.  

    For complete information and details on the ride click here!

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time professional Idaho Realtor.

    Mark Don McInnes – Broker – 208 255-6227

    Sandpoint Realty

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint Idaho 

  • National Buyer Chart (NAR) Showing Idaho as Stable – I Disagree

    National Buyer Chart (NAR) Showing Idaho as Stable – I Disagree

    I have recently had to often answer the question of ‘is the North Idaho Housing Market slowing down?’.  The question obviously coming from concerns of where the market is, and where it may go.  The chart below is from NAR – National Association of Realtors.

    Sandpoint Realty - National Buyer Demand March

    While stable is not a bad place to be I sincerely do not think we will be there during the 2022 months ahead.  North Idaho is still in a very strong sellers market.  Seldom do you see a listing without multiple offers.  So even if there were 1/2 dozen offers on a home maybe 6 months ago and 3 offers today, I do not believe it turns it to a stable market.  

    Keep in mind an equal buyer / seller market is roughly 90 days on market average.  We are not even half of that figure.  Keep in mind also some sellers are pricing themselves completely out of the market looking only to see what they may get.  Those listings at face value will askew the figures at a nonchalant glance.  

    Also seen on the same post is the seller chart.  It is also showing stable per NAR.  Our numbers in North Idaho do not come close to indicating a stable market, or a market that is becoming equal buyer/seller.  We are very much still in a Strong Seller Market. 

  • Sandpoint Realty ‘Friday Flag’ – February 4, 2022

    Sandpoint Realty ‘Friday Flag’ – February 4, 2022

    Sandpoint Realty - Friday Flag

    ‘Friday Flag’ this week shows off a Sandpoint Idaho local business as well as a rough idea on how much snow is currently lining our streets and parking lots.  Thank you ‘Flying Fish Co’ for proudly flying USA Flag.

    A little bonus pic this week.  We seldom think about snow in the parking lots and just where it goes.  It gets pushed and piled.  Bus stop at right is at street.

    Sandpoint Realty - Snow Removal

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.

      

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

  • Sandpoint Realty ‘Wednesday Word – Northern Idaho Ice Dams

    Sandpoint Realty ‘Wednesday Word – Northern Idaho Ice Dams

    Sandpoint Realty Wednesday Word - Ice Dams

    Sandpoint Realty ‘Wednesday Word’ Episode 3 shows the possibility of a hidden problem.  It in fact is hiding under one of the things we enjoy looking at during the Northern Idaho winter months. 

    Ice Dams form at the edges of rooflines where the warmer temps from the house, and the freezing temperatures from outside meet.  Icicles form.  We enjoy looking at the beauty of the icicles glimmering and shining and are not aware of what is happening hidden behind all that beauty. 

    Simply put water is backing up behind those ice dams and being forced the opposite direction it is meant to flow.  Crawling under composite roofing, metal roofing, seams.  From there it can work it’s way to many different places, none of which are meant to see water. 

    Watch the short YouTube Video.  You will be surprised at the amount of water behind even a small ice dam.   

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

  • North Idaho Winters – Right Tools for the job

    North Idaho Winters – Right Tools for the job

    North Idaho is definitely a ‘four season’ area.  New comers purchasing Northern Idaho Homes are not always properly prepared for the harsh winters that can be found up here.  Having the correct tool / equipment for any job is no less important than having a full time Professional Realtor guide and counsel you with your Real Estate needs.

    Sandpoint Realty - Wednesday Word - Ice Scrapper

    Ice Scrappers are a must for the winter months.  And while a must it seems, in my opinion, that one needs fight with the ice scrapper to get a full reach across the windshield, or torque it and your body if any amount of snow has fallen.  Done this for years with all different kinds of Ice Scrappers.  

    By accident I found this one in Home Depot the other day.  This has a great extension that reaches AT LEAST half way across even the tallest of vehicles.  Adjustable head for pulling snow, rather than fighting it sideways.  And a triangular shape for better reinforcement.  

    As a leg up to those new to the North Idaho area, make sure you have an ice scrapper.  While I have nothing to do with this make or brand I would suggest watching the short video to check it out.  

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 8386

  • ‘Friday Flag’ Sandpoint Realty – January 28, 2022

    ‘Friday Flag’ Sandpoint Realty – January 28, 2022

    Sandpoint Realty - Friday Flag

    ‘Friday Flag’ this week will wrap up January Flag’s with a special shot.  A resident on Highway 95 who always fly’s Old Glory.  Showing off calm before the storm.  Wispy clouds across the horizon, and not a feather of a breeze.  Thank you North Idaho resident for proudly flying our USA Flag.

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 8386

  • North Idaho Driving

    North Idaho Driving

    Driving safely in North Idaho takes a bit more attention to the surroundings than in most other states.  North Idaho from Sandpoint to Bonners Ferry and even further north to the Canadian Border is basically a two lane highway.   And while there are the same hazards no matter the season, inclement 

    Sandpoint Realty - Driving Safely

    weather definitely calls for extra focus and attention.  Highway 95 is the main highway from Sandpoint to Bonners Ferry.  There are driveways, roads, business’s bordering.  60 mph in both directions, with good visibility, can be difficult when wanting to enter traffic.  Even more demanding of ones attention is if someone ahead is turning left and there is no room to go around.  Last second signals create havoc to all especially those who may be tailgating.  Poor weather can add to the dangers but certainly not always the cause of accidents. 

    Sandpoint Realty - Safe Driving

    Add to all this another item not common in most other states.  Deer, moose, even wild turkeys crossing the roads.  4 wheel drive does not equal better stopping ability.  Ice, and snowy slush, is very unforgiving.

    Sandpoint Idaho winter driving

    This is not meant to be critical of drivers whether local or out of area.  It is strictly a reminder that with the large influx of people moving into our area we must be more cognizant of the hazards of driving.  I would also like point out I am always impressed with our Highway Department and the fantastic job they do keeping up with the snow and ice on the roads.  Very impressive.  

    Watch short Sandpoint Realty ‘Wednesday Word’ video on North Idaho Driving.

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 8386

     

  • Sandpoint Realty ‘Monday Motivation’ – January 24, 2022

    Sandpoint Realty ‘Monday Motivation’ – January 24, 2022

    Sandpoint Realty - Monday Motivation

    ‘Monday Motivation’ this week can apply to much more than just being a hero.  One’s goals, projects, successes. 

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 8386

  • ‘Monday Motivation’ Sandpoint Realty – November 22, 2021

    ‘Monday Motivation’ Sandpoint Realty – November 22, 2021

    ‘Monday Motivation’ starts us off into this Thanksgiving week ahead and the Holidays beyond.  Appreciate all that is around you and take a moment for a second look. 

    Sandpoint Realty - Monday Motivation

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time Professional Idaho REALTOR®.  Your wants and needs will always be my priorities.  

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    SandpointNorthIdaho.com – North Idaho Home & Land Searches

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 8386

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