Life

I continue to receive several calls daily from folks who are using their computers to search out a gentler, slower pace of life. Ah! Idaho! Specifically, the Snake River/Clearwater River areas with mild winters (63 degrees Jan 5,2006) where fishing and golfing enthusiasts gather. Yet the snow lovers drive about 45 minutes to Fiield Springs, Washington and cross country ski, snowshoe, and snowmobile all day, to return to no snow and mild temperatures. Yesterday two friends left early morning and drove to Silver Mountain Ski Area and spent the day snow boarding. I took a brisk stroll along the Snake River walking trails, soaking in Vitamin D and the balmy day! Two internet entrepeneurs called on my 208-750-JUDY phone, which is always at my side. One was from Alaska, and wants to bring his wife down to see a 5 acre home with shop and set up for horses on the Snake River, about 25 minutes from town. He is curious how he can get water rights to irrigate pastures, and a 35×80 shop for his hobbies and a lovely 4 bedroom, 2 bath home! He and his wife now plan to come and visit end of the month! I also had the privilege of meeting a delightful couple who spent the week looking at property and are en route to their home in Sonoma to sell and relocate here in the Valley. They were giggling with glee at the cost of lots to build several duplexes for their retirement. They made an interesting comment-”-we are not telling anyone where we aree moving!” This morning I have an appointment with a couple from Northern Idaho, wanting to see about burning their shovels in effigy and moving to our area. Fun folks! Make it a great day wherever you live! Judy

Whew! What a day! Between Almond Rocha, Christmas cookies, and Chai tea……we were energized to sweep off the desk tops and organize our work space so that we will come back to a clean slate next week. Jason moved two computer stations and got his stretching and bending work out, Heather moved the book cases and reorganized the entire lounging space, and I watched! HA! Now that it is almost dark, it is time to get on the road home. Have a Blessed Christmas!

There are so many details in the closing of a home! Believe me, I work with them all day, everday! It is a challenge staying on top of all the details, but because I am able to give each transaction my personal attention, things are able to go much smoother. For instance, today I spent half an hour arranging the closings of two home and moving vans. Although the situation was someone difficult, by contacting each person personally, talking out the details, and arranging our FREE van rental, both clients walked away happy! This is one of the benefits of having a team member designated to work though these transaction details! We can help you work through your transaction with ease… although no one can guarantee a bump free ride, we can guarantee the most service through those bumps!