Teton Valley Snow Fest 2015

  The Teton Valley Snow Fest is fast approaching. The last week in January has plenty of fun for everyone, from young to old. I know that I love watching the Skijoring and seeing the snow sculptures. My son LOVED the Snow Cross (which was unfortunately canceled...

Happy Thanksgiving

This year I’m enjoying a quiet, low key Thanksgiving with my kids and a healing husband. Travis had a minor surgery (if surgery can ever be minor) this week. I hope you all have a joyous, bountiful and safe Thanksgiving! -Mandy    

7 Best “Dirtbag” Resorts

I recently came across this article and I couldn’t agree more. The article elaborates on 7 “dirtbag” (read inexpensive, perfect for the budget traveler) resorts. I thought that the description was pretty spot on for our little resort. Grand Targhee...

Mortgages: How to get started in 2014

I have had several transactions since the (new) lending changes took effect in 2014. Unfortunately the sentiment from almost all of my buyers is frustration with lenders. I’ve spoken with one of our local lenders, Cathy Starrett at Stearns Lending asking what I...

Regional Price Data

I came across this post from the National Association of Realtors and thought it was very interesting. Our area is experiencing very strong price gains. Earlier this week, we looked at the FHFA and Case-Shiller release focusing on national data trends. Today, we’ll...