Posts from March 2021
March
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From Our Lending Partners at Idaho Central Credit Union
The Tide May Be Turning for Mortgage Rates and Inflation
Overview: Over the past week, investors remained focused on the incoming economic data, the vaccine rollout, and government stimulus spending. Mortgage markets continued to be volatile, but rates ended the week with little change.
Two key reports from the Institute of Supply Management (ISM) are closely watched by investors each month, and the latest data contained mixed results. The ISM Manufacturing Index rose to 60.8, above the consensus forecast of 59. This was up from a low of 41.5 in April 2020 and matched the highest level since 2004. By contrast, the ISM Services Index d...
March
16
16
Is This The Year You Should Upgrade Your Kitchen?
Many people call the kitchen the heart of the home, and it's easy to see why. It's used by multiple family members throughout the day and becomes a gathering spot for family and friends. And as people spend more time at home, this year is the perfect time to make your kitchen more appealing to yourself and your family as well as to prospective buyers if you're selling your home.
If your kitchen is outdated, an upgrade can improve its appearance and make it easier for you to complete your food preparation tasks. Our real estate agents suggest the following ways to upgrade your kitchen this year:
March
15
15
DIY Projects Buyers Will Appreciate
DIY projects can have more of an impact than you'd think. For the cost of nothing more than your time and some inexpensive supplies, you can make your house look more put-together and appealing to prospective buyers. Here are a few easy DIY projects our real estate agents recommend.
March
15
15
Quick Sales & Home Prices Driven By Insufficient Supply
Insufficient Supply & Rising Home Prices Continue
By Breanna Vanstrom, Chief Executive Officer, Boise Regional REALTORS®
March
12
12
Beware of Fake Tax Websites
Millions of Dollars are Lost Each Year to Tax Scams
From Your Friends at Integrity Computer Consulting and Repair
The IRS provides a comprehensive list of things to look out for here: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-scams-consumer-alerts
However, we are noticing a new trend on the rise; fake tax websites that mimic or look similar to TurboTax, or other popular online tax filing services. We are also seeing a rise i...