Living in Idaho

Goodby Donnie Mac’s…We Will Miss You!

Posted by on October 24, 2011 at 7:26 pm

According to local reports, our favorite “trailer park cuisine” restaurant will close the doors in 2 Days!  Donnie Mac’s was established in 2005 by Hidden Springs neighbor Donnie MacKenzie.  I actually met Donnie at a neighborhood function before trying the restaurant in 2008.  I was impressed by the quality of the food but especially the [...]

“The 5″ Favorites Near Plantation Country Club in Boise Idaho!

Posted by on October 24, 2011 at 4:13 pm

Here are my favorite “5″ listings near Plantation Country Club in Boise Idaho!  And once again…NO SHORT SALES!  We continue to find these making for a smoother transaction for you!  On this list is one home that sits across from the 13th fairway, one that sits right on the 14th tee, and one that is on the 12th fairway.   As you [...]

Calling All Whole Foods Lovers!

Posted by on October 19, 2011 at 4:22 pm

You know who you are.  You have been waiting, on baited breath, for years.  Suffering rumor after rumor of Whole Foods’ imminent arrival.  Well it’s here!  The ground breaking ceremony will be on Friday.  Yes, this Friday the 21st of October!  11am for those of you who will not be able to resist showing up [...]

“Picture Perfect Tuesday” Pumpkin Patch Time in Boise Idaho!

Posted by on October 18, 2011 at 9:08 am

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Top 6 Reasons Loan Applications are Rejected!

Posted by on October 11, 2011 at 8:00 am

According to Inman News, a full 50% of all refinance applications, as well as 30% of all purchase applications, are rejected or abandoned.  Does this describe your current situation?  Here are the top six reasons for your trouble! Income verification Income to debt ratio Credit issues Low appraisals Property condition Application technicalities If you live [...]

FINALLY!…The “Boise Hole” Will Be Filled…Yeah!

Posted by on September 20, 2011 at 7:23 pm

As reported by Brad Carlson at the Idaho Business Review, the infamous “Boise Hole” will be filled.  Zions Bank and Gardner Co plan a 15 story mixed comercial bulding which will include three levels of parking.  CTA Architects and Babcock Design of Salt Lake City are attached to the project as well.  See the full article [...]

“Picture Perfect Tuesday” Coeur d’Alene Golf Resort Idaho!

Posted by on September 20, 2011 at 9:38 am

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John Daly at the Albertsons Boise Open!

Posted by on September 16, 2011 at 10:14 am

A friend and I went to see John Daly play the Albertsons’ Boise Open at Hillcrest Country Club, located in the “bench” area.  We only had a limited amount of time and missed him by two groups!  We watched play at the 17th and 18th holes and got to see local golf hero and former Boise State [...]

Dog Parks in Boise, Eagle, and Meridian Idaho!

Posted by on September 14, 2011 at 9:48 am

For those of you who are fellow dog people, I thought I’d put together all the information you need on the Dog Parks in The Boise Valley, in case this is a big part of your decision process while looking for a new home!  Let’s start with Meridian.  Meridian Idaho has one dog park, aptly [...]

“Picture Perfect Tuesday”: First Day of the First Tee Class at Foxtail

Posted by on September 13, 2011 at 8:00 am

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