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  • ‘Friday Flag’ Sandpoint Realty LLC – November 12, 2021

    Sandpoint Realty LLC - Friday Flag

    ‘Friday Flag’ this week is found at Bonners Ferry Veterans Memorial Park.  You have seen many photos of the large flag flown daily.  On special occasions the walkways are lined with our USA Flags.  The large granite stones to the right of the walkway name and give honor to all the Boundary County citizens who gave the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our country.

    Thank you Bonners Ferry City for proudly flying Old Glory.

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

  • Home Price Appreciation Decelerating?

    Home Price Appreciation Decelerating?

    When looking at home price appreciation it is important to be cognizant of the difference between ‘deceleration’ vs stopping. 

    Sandpoint Realty LLC - Home Price Appreciation

    Much the same as driving a car.  Easing off the gas pedal does not mean you are stopping your forward progress.  You have merely slowed the pace at which you are traveling.  Many times saving having to slam on the brakes.

    If home appreciation were to slow to around 10%, from the present 18% plus, year over year it would still be approximately twice the 25 year average of roughly 5%.  Even in a high performance car one can not keep the gas pedal to the floor constantly.  

    Looking to purchase or sell North Idaho Real Estate?  Questions where the market is now and where it may going? Contact me to discuss answers that best pertain to your specific situation.  

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

  • Home Interest Rates Remain All Time Lows

    Home Interest Rates Remain All Time Lows

    Sandpoint Realty LLC - Home Interest Rates

    With interest rates nudging above 3% many are showing concerns of where the housing market will go.  Proper perspective on interest rates will show that even between 3% to 4% we are far far below what interest rates have shown themselves at for decades.  

    This market is still showing wonderful opportunities for sellers and buyers alike.  Contact me for any questions you may have regarding how interest rates may be affecting you as a possible buyer or seller of Real Estate in North Idaho. 

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

  • Will End of Forbearance Bring Sandpoint Foreclosure Flood? NO

    Will End of Forbearance Bring Sandpoint Foreclosure Flood? NO

    In North Idaho one can go to many different sources and research questions concerning the possible Flood of Foreclosures that many, mostly the uninformed public, continue to bring into conversations, with the end of forbearance nearing .  The stated flood of foreclosures on the horizon is just not going to happen. 

    Sandpoint Realty LLC - October Home Inventory

    The above chart is but one indicator the housing market is much different than that of the housing crash in 2008.  2008 and 2010 showed Home Inventory at 1 year levels and today the national average is roughly 3 months.  Many areas, such as Sandpoint North Idaho, being far less than that.  

    Another item relating directly to this is the actual number of mortgages actually still in forbearance.  There are, as of Friday October 29, 2021, 1,221,000 mortgages in forbearance.  The predicted number at the beginning of the program was 9.3 million.  Of the mortgages still in forbearance 93% have at least 10% equity.  That equity allows for choices and options that just were not there during 2008.

    Do you have concerns about possible foreclosures putting pressure on our Sandpoint North Idaho housing market?  Please do contact me and I would be happy to discuss any of your concerns from both the buyer and seller side.

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

  • Custom Priest River Idaho Ranch Home on 15 acres with Creek! SOLD

         Turned out to be a very good day for both the buyer and seller of this special Priest River Idaho Ranch home.  With delays in appraisal the closing date had already been moved once.  Signing was moved to Friday July 2, 2021.  All knew if everything did not get done by early afternoon Friday it would not be until Tuesday for Recording.

    Sandpoint Realty LLC - Priest River Home & Acreage Sold

       While seemingly not a long time, it would have seemed an eternity for the buyers who were living out of an RV with full family and dogs.  The sellers had been working hard for a month and every building was cleared out and cleaned.  It turned out the Priest River Ranch Home recorded on Friday afternoon.  Please buyers and relieved sellers would start this 4th of July weekend embarking on a new chapter in their lives.

    Sandpoint Realty LLC - Priest River Mini Ranch Creek SOLD

         This good ending was the result of a good team working together along with others understanding the importance of good communication, a sense of urgency, and keeping the finish line as the important factor.  Thank you Lynette with North Idaho Title for your continued hard work and being part of the Sandpoint Realty LLC team,  Amy Lightbody with NextHome Living, of course the buyers and sellers for all their hard work and patience.  And I would be remiss were I not to thank Rain Silverhawk of Sandpoint Realty LLC, my most trusted and appreciated partner pictured above, left, with Mike and Ann.  

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

    Mark Don McInnes

    Broker – REALTOR®

    208 255-6227

    Sandpoint Realty LLC

    1205 Highway 2

    Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

  • 6 bedroom 2,676 sq. ft. Sandpoint Idaho Home for Sale

     Sandpoint Idaho Home for Sale

    Sandpoint Idaho Realtor Mark Don McInnes with Keller Williams Sandpoint

    Large 2,676 sq. ft. home on 1/2 lot in the highly sought after Sandpoint Community of Syringa Heights.  If you missed ‘Saturday Spotlight’ this week presented by Mark Don McInnes Realtor®, with Keller Williams Sandpoint, this home was highlighted.  Click here to see the short YouTube Video of 306 Syringa, Sandpoint Idaho 83864.

    306 Syringa Heights, Sandpoint Idaho 83864 Mark Don McInnes

    Along with the 6 bedrooms there are a couple nice additional features, one being the new wiring and plumbing which allows for installation of a kitchenette on the lower level.  Must view this home in person to fully appreciate.

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time professional Keller Williams Realtor®.  Contact me for more information or to set up showing.

    Listing Courtesy Karen Rodriquez of Keller Williams Sandpoint.

    Mark Don McInnes – Associate Broker

    Keller Williams Sandpoint

    120 South Second Avenue

    Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

    Affiliate Keller Williams Coeur D’Alene

  • Congratulations to New Keller Williams Sandpoint Agent – Cindy Kramer

    Keller Williams Realty Sandpoint

    This past Saturday I met with Cindy Kramer at Keller Williams Realty Sandpoint office.  Cindy is a new Real Estate Licensee and researched what agency she felt she would fit best with.  We had communicated a few times about her joining Keller Williams Sandpoint.  She had decided to do so and had most of the paperwork signed and filled out.  With initial classes and training coming this week, at Keller Williams Coeur D’Alene, Cindy still had many questions.  I like questions.  They can show one many things just beyond the questions themselves, so I happily met with Cindy at our Keller Williams Sandpoint office.

    I have to say right now, CONGRATULATIONS CINDY!  A big Kudos on a few different levels.  First with Covid-19 paralyzing many people you not only made it through Real Estate school but chose to continue on.  Snap decisions are often made, straight out of school, as to where one will work.  Cindy asked many intelligent questions prior to us even meeting at Keller Williams Sandpoint office. 

    A couple key items helped with the final decision.  The Education that is available to any agent at Keller Williams.  More than 50% of that being free.  Keller Williams named #1 in training 3 years, and keep in mind that is against all companies, not just Real Estate Companies.   Secondly the culture of Keller Williams attracted her.  A giving company, with founder Gary Keller, always putting the agents as the priority.  That expands out from top to bottom.  From within company to clients.  

    And third was the pay.  Not only what would be received with the first commission check but what possibilities lay ahead with consistent efforts.  I must chuckle when thinking back at my Keller Williams decision.  Many touted the pay and the company to be a pyramid scheme and that I would surely regret my decision.  I am still with a company that is #1 Agent based in the United States, #1 with number of transactions, and #1 in volumn.  The hat trick.  

    Again Cindy, congratulations.  Your questions and demeanor lead me to feel very strongly your Real Estate successes are but around the corner.  I am pleased to have been part of your decision making process.  Thank You.  

    “Experience the Difference in working with a full time professional Keller Williams agent.  Contact me for any North Idaho Real Estate questions or any questions you might have in possibly starting your Real Estate career.   

  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort Condo for Sale

    Schweitzer Mountain Resort

    Condo for Sale

    On occasion a special opportunity presents itself.  This Schweitzer Mountain Resort Condo for sale is just that.  Nicely appointed, and well maintained, Bavarian style studio condo with Mountain views.  The Bavarian style studio condo becomes part of the get-a-way experience, not just somewhere close by to sleep.  Come feel the magic of the Schweitzer Mountain Resort Condo for Sale.

    Schweitzer Mountain Resort Condo

    Kitchen and kitchen nook area present charm and ambiance, whether for eating, game night or just talking over the days past activities.  Built in park style picnic bench, custom counter tops, dishwasher, disposal, cupboard space, range / oven, all add to making every stay a special one.  

    Schweitzer Mountain Resort Condo

    Step to the main sleeping area to find a canopy style bed with storage drawers beneath.  Natural gas free standing stove for heat and ambiance with more seating.  TV or viewing the mountain and slopes from the window made warmer with the fire.  Living Room / main sleeping area can be closed off from kitchen, alcove bunk area and bathroom, with a pocket barn style sliding door.  

        The alcove hosts 2 built in bunk beds allowing for sleeping 4 a non issue.  Directly across from the bunk beds is the bath room.  Tile-Glass shower with separate lighting, tile floor and newer fixtures make for a clean, neat feel in the bathroom. 

         Schweitzer Mountain Resort is a year round resort.  Mojo Coffee open 365 days a year.  Summer and fall mountain biking and hiking.  Events such as the  Fall Fest, Live Music, Color Run, Bike race from base to village, summer lifts to Summit Lodge and restaurant and tavern.  One must see this Schweitzer Mountain Resort Condo in person to truly feel how special it is.  

    Selkirk MLS 20200518   –   $259,000

    Contact me, Mark Don McInnes, as you local North Idaho Real Estate Resource.  ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time professional Keller Williams Realtor.  

  • Keller Williams Realty Capper – Rain Silverhawk

    Rain Silverhawk 

    Keller Williams Sandpoint – Capper Award

     Congratulations to Rain Silverhawk who is pictured with her Keller Williams ‘Capper’ award, for 2019, at the Keller Williams Realty Coeur D’ Alene Vision Breakfast. A yearly event held to highlight agents for their past year’s achievements, as well as give insights to the direction of the Keller Wiliams Coeur D’Alene Market Center for the coming year.  To say the numbers, of not only the agents but the market center as well, were impressive would be an understatement beyond my imagination.

    More than numbersthough, I am interested in expressing what Rain Silverhawk demonstrates on a daily basis.  While having impressive Real Estate performance year after year she embodies the Keller Williams Culture.  There to help and assist those who might need.  Going the extra mile time in and time out for her clients.  Working the past two years for the ALC leadership and bringing monthly meetings to Keller Williams Sandpoint without fail.  Working with new, and seasoned agents alike, to grow their business.  Teaching classes in Coeur D’Alene for agents to better kick start their own personal business.  The list goes on and on.

    Long have I respected the work of Rain Silverhawk.  From our first transaction together, to when she moved to Keller Williams Sandpoint, to present.  Never has she faltered.  Always of the utmost in integrity, ethics, and hard work.  Again I find her to embody all that Gary Keller strives for in an agent.  Not only is she motivational to our office, she is all anyone could look for in a Keller Williams Realtor. 

    ‘Experience the Difference’ in working with a full time professional Keller Williams Realtor®.  Contact me, Mark Don McInnes, as you local North Idaho Real Estate resource.  

          

  • Sagle Homes Market Report March 2019

    Sagle Homes Market Report

    March 2019

    Home sales in Sagle Idaho have been bouncing around for the past year.  The only item that seems pretty consistent is the # of sales monthly.  Since November of 2018 they have been 5 to 7 a month with both February and March of 2019 showing 7.  October 2019 spiked at 15 and March of 2018 was a bit stronger, than March 2019, at 9.  So the Sagle Homes Market Report March 2019 shows Sagle to be a bit unsettled.

    Sagle Homes Market Report March 2019

    Days on Market, for same time period, bounces around as much as the prices.  February’s jump in DOM can most likely be explained by the extreme cold weather.  The cold weather does not explain the February 2019 price surge.

    Sagle Homes Market Report March 2019

    With the drastic variance in both DOM and Sold Prices we need wait for summer to see where Sagle Market is going to settle.  Sagle homes for sale inventory has maintained itself relatively level the past few months although low overall.  If nothing changes with the inventory we will most likely see prices climb back to the higher January and previous years prices and then level off.  Only summer will tell.

    Experience the Difference Living In North Idaho will make.  Contact me, Mark Don McInnes, as your local North Idaho Real Estate Resource.

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