Category: Renee lamb
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6 Tips To Prep Your Home For Sale This Spring
Here are 6 Tips for Getting Your Home Ready for the Spring and Early Summer Market: 1. Refresh with Paint Giving your home a fresh coat of paint is one of the simplest and most affordable ways to transform its appearance. Whether you opt for vibrant hues to energize dull areas or choose neutral shades…
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Moving to Star, ID? What Families Should Know About Local Education
Star, Idaho is a rapidly growing community in Ada County, recognized for its high-quality public schools and family-friendly environment. The area is primarily served by the West Ada School District, the largest and one of the highest-rated districts in Idaho. Portions of Star also fall under the Middleton School District. Both districts are known for…
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Your Home Is Not Selling! Time To Rent it Out? | Renee Lamb
When your house sits on the market longer than expected, it can get frustrating fast. You start asking: what now? And for a growing number of homeowners, that turns into: should I just rent it instead? While it sounds like a simple backup plan, becoming an “accidental landlord” is actually a much bigger decision than…
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Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States | Renee Lamb
Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too. At some point you probably did the math, looked at the monthly payment, and decided to pause your search and wait for things to get better.…
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Moving to Eagle, ID? What Families Should Know About Local Education
Eagle, Idaho is recognized for its exceptional public schools, strong academic performance, and a variety of educational options. The area is served primarily by the West Ada School District, the largest and one of the highest-rated districts in Idaho. Eagle also offers several highly ranked charter and private schools, making it a top choice for…
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The Price You Set Can Make (or Break) Your Home Sale | Renee Lamb
There’s one decision you’re going to make when you sell that determines whether your house sells quickly, or it sits. Whether buyers make an offer, or scroll past it. Whether you walk away with the maximum return, or you end up cutting the price later. And that’s your asking price. The #1 Mistake Sellers Make…
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Why Are So Many Homeowners Downsizing Right Now? | Renee Lamb
For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn’t some distant idea anymore. It’s starting to feel very real. According to Realtor.com and the Census, nearly 12,000 people will turn 65 every day for the next two years. And the latest data shows as many as 15% of those older Americans are planning to retire in…
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Pricing Your Home Right: 5 Essential Tips for 2026 Sellers | Renee Lamb
Selling your home is a significant undertaking, and one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make is setting the right price. In a dynamic market like 2026, getting the price wrong can lead to your home sitting on the market, or worse, leaving money on the table. To help you navigate this, here are five…
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End-of-Year Reflection: How to Learn from the Past Year | Renee Lamb
End-of-Year Reflection: How to Learn from the Past Year and Set Meaningful Goals for the Future As we approach the end of the year, it’s natural to look back and reflect on the past 12 months. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a student, a parent, or just someone trying to make the most of life, reflection…
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Idaho Real Estate Market Recap: Closing Out 2025
As 2025 winds down, Idaho’s housing market shows steady resilience after a few years of adjustment. The state’s strong economy, population growth, and high quality of life continued to attract both in-state movers and out-of-state buyers looking for value beyond the West Coast’s larger metros. Market Stability and Mortgage Rate Effects This year brought signs…