Why Fall Is One of the Best Times to Buy

Photo courtesy of Lysi Bishop Real Estate If you’ve been thinking about purchasing a home in the Boise area, this fall—particularly right now—may be one of the most favorable times of the year to do it. A combination of steady prices, healthy inventory, and softening competition is giving buyers a s

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Summer Summary & Fall Outlook: A Market Update from Lysi

Photo courtesy of Lysi Bishop Real Estate We recently sat down with our founder, Lysi, to reflect on a bright & boisterous summer in the Boise real estate market and to share her insights as we head into fall. With over 30 years of experience living and working in this community, Lysi’s perspective

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Purchasing Power and Mortgage Rates: Why Every Percent Matters

Photo courtesy of Lysi Bishop Real Estate Last week’s Fed meeting drew plenty of attention, with many hoping a rate cut would deliver an immediate drop in mortgage rates. Instead, the Fed lowered its benchmark rate by 0.25%, and mortgage rates barely budged. That’s because mortgage rates don’t move

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