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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Thanks to Aura Alex and Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker for hostingJanuary 2023 Challenge: Sharing Your Marketing Tips For Real Estate BusinessMarketing in today’s world incorporates many techniques and platforms and is extensive.  For decades I have been lucky enough to get incredible traction on every new listing.  I have often had people mention to me the first time we meet that they see my name and listings everywhere.  Our careers rely on how much money, time, and energy we put into marketing. Think about all those things that we are marketing every single day. We market our home listings to find that perfect buyer.We market ourselves to stand out in the crowd of real estate agents. We market our local areas to show people why we love where we live.We market our personal values...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
   Thank you Mark McInnes for this  5.6 treed acres with beautiful mountain and panoramic views.  It is amazing how well the road is plowed and maintained.  This will make a really nice homesite for someone.  The terrain is perfect for someone that wants to capture the open views or to be tucked away in the forest for serene privacy.  Electric right at the property line and an area of high output wells.  Direct line of site to Schweitzer means wireless internet will be available.   I sold the parcel next door to this and here are a few summer time photos for you. Congrats on a nice listing and speedy sale. 
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Enjoy canoeing on the quiet peaceful waters of Livermore lake. See listing at 1818 Camp Bay Sagle ID 83864 Spacious 4 bedroom 2 bath home backs up to greenspace with direct private access to Livermore lake. Situated on a nicely wooded .61 acre parcel with a private well and septic and on a paved county maintained road. New metal roof, dishwasher, gas stove, paint, Den and living room both have a propane freestanding stoves. Large covered decks, oversized 3 car garage with a RV bay door shop area and a carport. Fruit trees include plum, cherry, apple and pear. Near Lake Pend Oreille and gov'tl and for a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Wonderful year round home or vacation retreat about 20 minutes to Hwy and no train noise. To get more details (current pricing, aerial maps and...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
 Our newest member of Sandpoint Realty  Monique has a great new listing to share. 1728 and 2026 Dry Creek Road. Clark Fork, Idaho 8381190 Acre Estate, Two Homes with Utilities, 100% surrounded by US Forest Service, with Dry Creek running through it and Year-round Accessibility at the End of a County Maintained road. Main Home is 2,244 sq. ft. 4 bed, 2 bath with multiple outbuildings. Cabin is 1033 sq. ft with 10 GPM artesian well water, pump house, power and 1000 gal. concrete septic. With two hunting blinds, an extensive trail system and panoramic mountain views, this one of a kind acreage last seen on the market 47 years ago is a mountain valley wilderness - wildlife, solitude and spectacular cliff views watching mountain goats out the window. Located minutes from western Montana, exc...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
During the holidays, selling your home seem like a daunting task but it  can be one of the most rewarding times to sell a home. Do buyers really look for houses during the holidays?  You bet they do!December can typically be one of the most active months for home sales.  The kids are out of school, and winter buyers are always more motivated and serious. With a few simple touches, you can create an inviting environment that sparks fond memories of the season and demonstrates how warm and cozy their next home can be.  Are you worried about making a move in the snow?  Relax.  Most often a home listed in December can be negotiated to allow you to move when the snow disappears.  If selling your home is on your holiday wish list consider these tips.Price your home rightNo matter what time of...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Come celebrate a fantastic milestone with us! Do you remember your first sale?  Many of you do no matter how long you have been in the business.   As you know we invited Monique Couture to come work with us a few weeks ago.  I am proud to say she is off and running and just closed her first sale on a cocolalla waterfront parcel. Even more importantly than the sale itself, she performed excellent client care and served our good name well.  It will undoubtedly be a long and wonderful career in real estate for Monique.  Congratulations Monique on a reaching a wonderful milestone in a short amount of time! 
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
It is with great pleasure to announce that agent Monique Couture has joined our team at Sandpoint Realty.    Raised in Santa Barbara by a family of avid travelers, including a professional travel guide, Monique Couture embraced all opportunities to see and surf the world. She worked for the U.S. Embassy Guyana, in South Africa as a logistics coordinator and as a teacher in rural Japan, surfing everywhere she found a wave.Her father’s tales of commercial fishing in Alaska and thrilling grizzly bear stories drew her north of the Arctic Circle at age 18, where she spent the summer working for the National Park Service in Nome. Loving the remote rugged landscapes, Monique was certain she’d be back to the land of the midnight sun. After college, and against her Dad’s better judgment, Monique...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Setbacks - How to move on and get back on track.Setbacks are a fact of life.Without a doubt, setbacks can have dramatic negative effects of all of us if we all allow them to.  Despite our best intentions and well-laid-plans, life doesn’t always go according to our hopes and expectations. We all experience setbacks, both small and large and sometimes we are overwhelmed with frustration. Sometimes it  feels hopeless and stressful and then the self doubts start to creep in.  Always remember there is always hope, and it starts with our mindset and how we chose to view life’s inevitable setbacks.The very first thing to do is to remember you are human. As much as you want to be perfect and always in control, you’re not; no one is. Think about the many, many successes in life already and know ...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
During this month we visited many cities across the nation to see the local American flags proudly displayed.  We have learned from each other, we have honored our brave, and we have born witness to each sorrow.  Loved ones that have been lost have had their memory revitalized and perhaps a little healing along the way.  As we end our month of Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho and Endre Barath, Jr. challenge to celebrate  ole glory, I wanted to share a favorite video of mine presented by Evangelo Morris.  If Ole glory could talk what words would we hear? May Ole Glory stand watch over you and yours and remind us how lucky we are.   
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Flags in Sandpoint Idaho "Let's show off 'Ole Glory', in Active Rain, and proudly show our 'Stars and Stripes' being flown across the USA."  Thanks to Mark Don McInnes, and Endre Barath, Jr., for the June Active Rain Challenge.Mighty muscle cars and regal classics lining the streets of downtown Sandpoint Idaho.We come to see the cars, enjoy the ambiance, music and atmosphere year after year. It doesn’t really matter if you have been to dozens of shows and know every detail or if you’ve never been to a car show and simply like to look at cool cars.Take a look at a few of these beauties lovingly restored by their owners.   If you happen to be in Idaho next May be sure to come by during lost in the 50s weekend!     
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
In response to Junes Active Rain challenge "Ole Glory coast to coast" I am posting a flag from a friends home we sold last year in Priest River Idaho.  Thank you Wendy and Adam, you are thought of often. The American Flag is not just a piece of fabric. It is symbolic of the fabric of our society as a nation. An emblem of the freedom we cherish and the pride we carry as a nation in our values and beliefs.  At the end of each is the ceremony of retreat, the daily observance in which military personnel pay respect to the flag, the flag is lowered, folded in a triangle fold and kept under watch throughout the night as a tribute to our nation's honored dead. Filled with tradition and meaning The flag is folded exactly 13 times in remembrance of the original 13 colonies.  The triangular shape...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Its that time of year again.  After a 2 years we finally get lost in the 50s back.  Come out and enjoy the fun. Schedule of Events Friday, May 20, 2022 Vintage car parade. Vintage car parade through downtown Sandpoint, looping first east down Church Street then north up First Avenue and back west up Cedar Street. Pick a spot anywhere along the parade route. Parade starts at 6 p.m.! Street dance. Immediately following the parade downtown, at Second Avenue and Main Street, it's dance time Its free and you can dress 50s style or come as you are.  Show and Dance at the Bonner County Fairgrounds.  Darlene Love and  Rocky and the Rollers will be rocking the house before and afterwards.  Saturday, May 21, 2022 Car show. Hundreds of hot rods and classics on display all up and down First, Cedar,...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Discover some of the most breathtaking views, and take in all of North Idaho’s natural beauty. Scenic hiking paths and nature trails suitable for all skill levels. 4 season climate and fresh air are perfect for enjoying a variety of outdoor activities all year round. Horseback riding, boating, fishing, waterskiing, tubing, hiking, hunting, ice fishing, skiing, snow boarding, snow mobiling, music festivals, car and boat shows, art walks, beer and wine tasting.  There is fun for everyone.  
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Sandpoint Idaho offers a full range of activities throughout the year.  Ski Schweitzer Mountain resort, go boating on lake pend Orielle, kayak and fish the river, ice fishing on Cocolalla lake. Enjoy the fresh grown goodies and local art at the farmers market.  Check out the bicycle paths of hike the hundreds of trails perhaps snap a photo of the mountain goat on Scotchman's peak. Enjoy a day of thrilling rides at Silverwood theme park or a casual day of downtown shopping.  Come Play and enjoy the many seasonal activities, there is something for everyone.
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By Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho, North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227
(Sandpoint Realty LLC)
Top of the morning all.  I have a weekly feature 'Friday Flag'.  Shots of our USA Flag being flown in the North Idaho area.  Business's and residents in and near Sandpoint Idaho.  I especially enjoy being able to highlight one from our listings.  This particular shot is of the flag at the Sandpoint Airport where we have a 'hangar lot' listed.  The weather has been turbulent the last week, which made for a nice 2nd shot looking south down the runway.  For further information regarding Hangar Lot: https://www.sandpointnorthidaho.com/idx/listing/featured/301810686/160-Airpark-Sandpoint-ID-83864 
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
How Tech Helps You Buy or Sell a Home With much of the country mostly staying home, it's not your typical spring homebuying season.  You might think social distancing has made it difficult to meet with lenders, view properties and sign paperwork, but fortunately that's not the case. In fact, prospective buyers and sellers continue to move forward with their housing needs and doing so with safety in mind.While the process may look a little different, modern technology is making it possible and, in some ways, more convenient.So how does it work?  Can I buy or sell a home during covid 19? Yes you can! Most areas have some kind of stay at home order and social distancing restrictions to prevent the spread of disease. While the process looks a bit different today than it did a few months ago...
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Stay in home is so much better when you have a home. Yes houses are still selling and it is my extreme pleasure to be able to find a home for a family and get them in at the perfect time. I was a little worried that things might get held up and my people become homeless with the shut down. Luckily the governor deemed real estate essentional and that people are in the middle of moving.  We are getting pretty good at doing everything long distance and we were able to get this home closed without any risks. I had an awesome team in lenders, seller, buyers, and escrow and all of us pulling together made this happen.  Congratulations Julie and Chris on your new home in Sandpoint. I am so very happy for you and your children.
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
Congratulations on the new home!!!  I will never forget how you fell in love the second you walked in the door of this gorgeous private log home.  I am thrilled to be a part of this and hope you have many wonderful years here.  
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By Rain Silverhawk, 208-610-0011 Sandpoint Idaho Real Estate Realtor
(Sandpoint Realty rain@lakeandhomes.com)
 Sold By Rain.  Congrats Tyler Francis and Taylar Doolittle, the new owners of the Cedar Street Bistro and Wine Bar who will adopt a new name: Taysty’s. It’s a winning combination of the owners’ names and it is sure to be a crowd pleaser.   It was my extreme pleasure to help this young dynamic duo achieve their dreams and I am asking everyone to swing by the Cedar Street Bridge to get them off to a great start.  Congrats!!!  The Cedar St. Bistro brings the European cafe experience to beautiful downtown Sandpoint. Great-tasting food, drinks and desserts in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Taystys is located on the historic Cedar St. Bridge, with its massive tamarack logs and huge glass passive solar wall through which you can enjoy a view of peaceful Sand Creek and the mountains beyond. S...
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