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Silver Sage Realty, Inc. Merges with Canyon Trail Realty

Connie Herbert — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:47:19 +0000

It is said that, “Change is the essence of life. Be willing to surrender what you are for what you could become.” As of January 23, 2012 I have surrendered my identity as Silver Sage Realty, Inc. by merging with Canyon Trail Realty. I am now an agent rather than a broker. This change will allow me more time to focus on the business of selling properties and working with buyers, as well as provide a larger group of agents working together to help with your real estate needs. We will have two offices, with the main office in Jerome with 24 agents and a satellite office in Hagerman with 5 agents. Currently we are located in the same Silver Sage Realty location, but will be moving the middle of February to an attractive log building on the South end of Hagerman located at 461 South State Street. I look forward to working with you.

Twin Falls FSA Newsletter on “Selling Land”

Connie Herbert — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 23:31:56 +0000

I just received a newsletter from Twin Falls Farm Service Agency (FSA). It included an article about some issues to be aware when selling farmland that is in a Conservation Program. The article said, “If you are planning to sell farmland, there may be some program consequences you should be aware of. Fore example, if you’re planning to sell land that’s enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program, the buyer must agree to continue the enrollment. If the buyer doesn’t want to continue the CRP contract, you might have to refund all the payments you’ve received to date.

Reviewing program implications with your local Farm Service Agency staff before completing a sale of farmland is always a prudent precaution.”

Roost’s 50 RE People You Should Follow on Twitter for November 2009

Connie Herbert — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:12:04 +0000

Wow! I am honored to have been included in this list. I try to post valuable information about the real estate industry, especially in the Magic Valley area. See the whole list.

Homebuyer tax credit extended and expanded!!!

Connie Herbert — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:26:30 +0000

“The legislation also would extend the $8,000 homebuyer tax credit to contracts signed by April 30 and closed by June 30. The controversial credit, which many say has boosted home sales in recent months, was set to expire after Nov. 30.

The bill also creates a $6,500 credit for those who buy a home after living in their current house at least five years. That measure would apply to contracts signed by April 30 and closed by June 30. The current credit defines a first-time homebuyer as someone who has not owned a residence within the past three years.” Read entire article.

North Canyon Hospital Progress

Connie Herbert — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:51:18 +0000

The construction of North Canyon Hospital in Gooding, Idaho is on schedule for ribbon cutting in February 2010. This new facility will be a great asset to Gooding County and the surrounding area with the availability of surgery, and a more speciality diciplines offered. They are putting on doors, doing tile work, and starting the landscaping. Parking lot asphalt is also complete.

Fly Fishing Rejuvinates

Connie Herbert — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:35:31 +0000

My love of fly fishing gives me a chance to get away from my real estate business and rejuvinate my mind and body. One of the places I love fishing is Yellowstone Park and the surrounding area. Having fished the park multiple Memorial weekends, in July, and also in the fall, I have to say that my favorite time is the fall. Especially when the elk are in the rut and you can listen to them bugle and watch them trying to keep their cows in the group.

When planning a trip to Yellowstone Park, I check with Blue Ribbon Flies in West Yellowstone to see check on water conditions and hatchs. Blue Ribbon Flies puts out a great newsletter about area fishing. Here’s the link to their latest newsletter – Blue Ribbon Flies Newsletter.

Aquatic Therapy with the Gooding’s North Canyon Medical Center

Connie Herbert — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:56:43 +0000

The county hopsital is Gooding has so much to offer the area even before the new hospital is complete. Check out this article about their aquatic therapy program.

Hagerman Wildlife Management Area Hunt for First-Time Hunters

Connie Herbert — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 22:48:04 +0000

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is offering an opportunity to participate in a youth hunt at the Hagerman Wildlife Management Area. Great use of our licensing fees!!! The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is offering a waterfowl hunt for first-time hunters in November at the Hagerman Wildlife Management Area.

This hunt is open to all 2009 hunter education graduates who are 10 years or older. Prospective hunters need to apply by Oct. 1. More Information

First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

Connie Herbert — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:35:50 +0000

The time to qualify for the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit is running short. You must purchase a home before December 1, 2009 to qualify. That means that you have to close by November 30, 2009, not just have a contract to purchase. If you are going to finance your purchase, it will take 30-60 days to close on your purchase depending on the type of loan that you get. There are only 81 days left. It is time to start talking to both your lender about qualifying for a loan and to your REALTOR® about finding your first home. Learn more about the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

Twin Falls County Labor Profile

Connie Herbert — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:25:09 +0000

According the the Idaho Department of Labor “Twin Falls County has had a strong upsurge in retail and service jobs as big box retailers converged around the entrance to the city and on its main artery”. Their charts indicate that the Twin Falls County unemployment rate for August 2009 is 6.7% which is 2.1% below the 8.8% rate for the State of Idaho. Read the Twin Falls County Labor Profile