Marty and Max: Real Estate Recipes

Today we will discuss two ways to buy an actively marketed home at a bargain, where you actually want to live.

Excelling at selling, on a serious tip

Years ago, a salesperson friend told me a story about his daughter. She insisted on buying her favorite gumdrops from a particular candy store owned by Nick, even though a more convenient candy store had recently opened in a shopping mall.

Many Americans are still shying away from EVs despite Biden's push, an AP-NORC/EPIC poll finds

Younger people are more open to eventually purchasing an EV than older adults.

Applications for spring black bear controlled hunts open Monday

There are several ways to apply for a controlled black bear hunt this spring

Nonresident deer and elk tags go on sale Dec. 1

Hunters should expect high demand for tags and long waits

Holiday shopping forecast looks merry

Consumers gifting more services, experiences than goods this year

A fresh green Vanhoff's Garden Center wreath with a buffalo plaid bow will adorn Chrisdee Imthurn’s front door this holiday season, thanks to Girl Scout Troop 4923, which had friendly, festive Scouts on hand during Black Friday at the Silver Lake Mall. “It's so easy to buy online, but you want to support the local community,” said Imthurn, of Hauser.

ART INSIGHTS: Hidden costs the viewer or consumer may not be aware of

"Why’s it so pricey? This artist sure thinks a lot of his work!" Well… he may just make a few dollars an hour. Yes, we keep our day jobs! Great Renaissance masters had wealthy benefactors, such as the church or a ruling family. They had to produce under command and duress.

The power of politeness

A pompous and arrogant customer in an antique shop was making the owner drag out fragile, old pieces, and then commenting on their poor quality and high prices. After about an hour, she looked at her watch and said she had to go.

OPINION: Housing problems — and solutions — focus of new column

Restructuring means important work will continue

Exxon Mobil doubles down on fossil fuels with $59.5 billion deal for Pioneer Natural as prices surge

Woods explained that Exxon and Pioneer will be able to use their combined capabilities to drive down emissions and produce lower carbon intensity oil and gas

Regional Realtors president: Housing market healthy

Home sales decline but prices hold steady in 2023

The median price of those homes sold in 2023 was $525,000 for the sixth straight month.

Silver Valley Mining Wars: Part 1

Through the discovery of gold by Andrew Prichard in 1882 a human avalanche of 5,000 “gold rushers” soon descended on the area around Eagle Creek and Murray. But within a year, these prospectors began spilling over the Coeur d’Alene mountains to the south to prospect for additional gold deposits. However, lead-silver outcroppings were found, rather than gold, and claims were filed.

Reputation celebration

Many years ago, there was a famous general known for his cunning strategy. At the end of one conflict, he stopped with a small battalion of soldiers to rest. One of his enemies heard of his refuge and marched his entire army toward the general's encampment.

Sandpoint post office reopens after crash

The Sandpoint post office is open for business. Crews quickly responded Saturday night to board up the damaged wall where a car crashed into the building earlier that afternoon and, at 8:30 a.m. Monday, the post office reopened the building to the public.

Housing market off to solid start

Spring could see more inventory, sales

He said investors are coming back to the market and start buying property and homes again, showing an increased confidence.

Home sellers are cutting list prices as spring buying season starts with higher mortgage rates

The pickup in the share of home listings with price cuts is a sign the housing market is shifting back toward a more balanced dynamic between buyers and sellers

Why are so many voters frustrated by the US economy? It's home prices

The United States is slogging through a housing affordability crisis that was decades in the making

Shoshone County home sales up, prices down

Flood plain insurance a sticking point for some

Shoshone County housing market numbers increased 3.4% from May 2023 to May 2024 numbers according to real estate portal, Multiple Listing Service, surprising Shoshone County realtor Cindy Carlson. "It’s typically slower in an election year, "Carlson said.

EDITORIAL: Help yourself by shopping in local stores

This isn't charity; it's common sense (and more fun)

A shot at buying

Bill would require mobile home park owners to notify residents of agreement to sell

Miller said there needed be a way to let mobile home park residents know the owner intended to sell the land.