McCall Real Estate Blog
4th of July in McCall
McCall, Idaho has always been a favorite mountain vacation. 4th of July in McCall is an especially fun time to visit. There Is nothing like the fireworks display over Payette Lake. McCall is noted for it’s family friendly city…
4 Common Types of McCall Home Loans
Unless you’re planning to pay all cash, if you’re shopping for a home then it means you’re also shopping for a mortgage. Depending on your personal situation, some mortgages could be a better fit for you than others. Knowing which…
Waterfront Properties In McCall Idaho
Payette Lake on the shores of McCall, Idaho Payette Lake is a 5,330 acre expanse of clean, glacial water at an elevation of about 5,000 feet in the forests of Idaho. Over 10,000 years ago Payette Lake was carved…
Make De-cluttering Your McCall Home Easy
One of the most important steps you can take when you’re selling your home is to de-clutter your McCall home. Staging your home for a quick sale means cleaning, removing your personal items, and giving your space a neutral feeling.…
Explore Jug Mountain Ranch Properties
This month’s featured community is Jug Mountain Ranch. Jug Mountain Ranch is south of McCall, outside of Lake Fork on the eastern side of Valley County. With many properties for sale, this may be a good choice to build…
McCall Memorial Day
McCall Memorial Day is a great three day weekend and a fun time to make your mountain getaway. But you never know what the weather will be like in McCall on Memorial Day. It can be anything from hot and…
How To Stage a McCall Bathroom
There’s no two ways around it – a McCall bathroom can make or break a house sale. It doesn’t matter how great the rest of your house looks, if the bathroom is ugly, outdated or dirty, it can really turn-off…
New? Pre-Owned? How to Choose in McCall…
How do you choose in McCall between a pre-owned home or new construction? Here are some ways to help you decide. If you, Are lured by the shiny new home in the brochure and it calls to you, or Pass…
Easy McCall Garden Projects for Spring
Spring is FINALLY here! There is no better way of getting through the last few grueling weeks of early spring than knowing that you’ll soon see spring flowers dotting an otherwise grey landscape. But what if you have no time to garden? No…
Selling Your McCall Condo
Is it time to sell your McCall condo? While you may think that selling a condo is the same as selling a house, there are distinct differences that are important to know before putting yours on the market. Check out…
Your McCall Spring Cleaning Checklist
Between snow squalls and sunshine spring is in the air in McCall. You probably want to open your windows to welcome it in before there is also pollen in the air. Unfortunately, the windows likely have a layer of grime on…
Credit Score No-Nos
An important part of buying a house is getting your financial life in order. One reason is that the higher your credit score, the better rate you’ll secure for your mortgage. Mortgage lenders look at your credit score to determine…
Keep Your McCall Home Show Ready – Even With Kids!
When you’re selling your McCall home, keeping it spotless for showings can be tough. But making sure it stays clean, especially when you have kids, can seem downright impossible. But there is hope! By having a plan and sticking to…
How to Decorate with McCall Thrift Store Finds
Whether it’s the thrill of the hunt or the satisfaction of scoring a real bargain, any McCall thrift store can be the most exciting places to find interesting and one-of-a-kind décor for your home. There are some tricks, though, to…
5 Tips for Millennial Home Buyers in McCall
Realtor.com has predicted that 2017 will be a hot year for millennials in the real estate market. Millennials are beginning to reach those milestones in life that drive people to buy a home – specifically, getting married and having kids.…
Easy Home Improvements to Drive Away the Winter Blues in McCall
Whether you’ve just moved into a new house or are preparing to sell, don’t let the fact that it’s cold outside stop you from getting started. Here are some projects you can tackle even if the snow is piling up…
10 Signs That It’s Time to Move to McCall
While moving can be a real drag, sometimes it’s obvious that it’s time to go. A move can be just the thing you need to jumpstart your life and invite positive change. If you’re unsure whether or not you’re ready…
Watch Out for These Moving Scams
If you’re getting ready to move to your new home, you’ve no doubt been advised to research moving companies. While it may seem like a huge inconvenience to spend time vetting movers, there are some out there that are…
What is a 203k Loan?
If you’re buying a fixer-upper or need to make some repairs before moving in, an FHA 203k loan may be what you need. This type of loan allows you to roll renovation costs into your mortgage so that you’re…
Reinvent a Room for Staging in McCall
You’re ready to sell, but you know that your home could use some updates to attract serious buyers. But you don’t want to invest significant time or money, which is understandable. Major remodels don’t always bring a desired return on…