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US Homes: Will Growth Return in 2025?

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U.S. home sales peaked in 2021, declined through 2024, and are expected to see mild growth in 2025-2026.Mortgage interest rates will continue influencing market trends, impacting prices and buyer demand.

Property Tax Trends Across the US

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Rising property values have led to higher tax burdens, though some states cap assessments to limit drastic increases. Northeastern and Midwestern states generally impose higher property taxes, while Southern and Western states tend to have lower rates.

Plans to Build 3 Million New Houses

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Selling and leasing a small portion of federal land could lead to the construction of over three million houses in Western states, according to a right-leaning think tank. The Bureau of Land Management holds 267,000 square miles, and selling just 850 miles could generate 1.5 million homes near existing cities and another 1.5 million in … Continued

5 Best Reasons To Live in a Small Idaho Town

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Living in a small Idaho town offers benefits like minimal traffic, a close-knit community where everyone knows each other, and a strong sense of safety with lower crime rates. Small towns provide quick access to stores and quieter, peaceful environments ideal for relaxation. While bigger towns offer more amenities, small Idaho towns deliver a less … Continued

Tariffs Could Add 5% to Home Prices

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The US faces a shortage of 4.4M homes, including 1.3M single-family homes for lower-income buyers. New tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports could raise home construction costs by ↑ 5%, worsening accessibility.

How Can You Negotiate a Competitive Mortgage Rate?

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Mortgage Rate Basics: – Ask your lender to match lower offers – Use discount points to reduce interest rates – Strengthen Your Application First-Time Buyer Strategies: – Use first-time buyer programs for discounts – Bigger down payment lowers interest rates – FHA loans offer competitive rates

What’s the Wait Time for First-Time Buyers in Idaho?

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A new study has ranked U.S. states based on the difficulty first-time homebuyers face when trying to enter the housing market. Idaho ranks #8 overall (tied), making it one of the eighth hardest states for first-time buyers to afford a home. The median home value in Idaho is $433K, with a typical down payment of … Continued

Happy Mother’s Day

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Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. The origins of commemorating motherhood dates back to the Ancient Greeks, where in spring festival, they celebrated the goddess Rhea, considered the Mother of the Gods. Anna Jarvis’s lobbying … Continued