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October Adventures In The Valley ✨
Local Events and an Exciting 4D Giveaway
Donna Wade
October 01, 2024
What’s The Tea with 4D? 🍵
Happy October!
With spooky season upon us, there's no better time to enjoy all the fun events happening around the Treasure Valley. Plus, I’ve got an exciting giveaway to make this season even more thrilling! 🎃
You still have a chance to win Four Fast Pass Terror Tickets to The Haunted World and Skullvania in Nampa—Idaho’s largest haunted attraction, featuring over 40 acres of indoor and outdoor frights. These special passes will reduce your wait time to just one-fifth of a standard Terror Ticket. This is a hauntingly fun experience you won’t want to miss!
How to Enter: To participate, use the buttons below to leave a review of your experience with 4D Real Estate. Each review counts as one entry, and you can submit up to three reviews (one per platform). The more reviews you leave, the better your chances to win. 🎉
Don’t miss out—this limited-time giveaway ends next Tuesday, October 8th. The lucky winner will be contacted within 48 hours after the contest ends to arrange ticket delivery.
Good luck, and thank you for being part of the 4D community! 🧡
In the meantime, I’ve gathered a great list of local fall festivities and spooky fun to enjoy in the weeks ahead. 🍂
Date: Saturday, October 5th
Admission: Free (All Ages Welcome)
Location: Edwards Nursery in Boise
Event Info: Join us for a fun-filled day of fall crafts, live music, and delicious food trucks! Enjoy into DIY demos like Scary Fairy Gardens and Paint-a-Pumpkin, plus enjoy fantastic discounts on fall plants throughout the nursery. Pre-purchase tickets for individual demos or grab the all-inclusive bundle for $35.00 and make the most of this festive celebration!
Date: Saturday, October 5th
Admission: Free (All Ages Welcome)
Location: Block Party on Bannock Street; between 8th and 9th
Event Info: Sample over 25 ciders from 13 cideries across 5 states, plus local beer, food from downtown restaurants, and fun games from DT Plays! This event is free to attend—tokens are just $3 for a 4oz pour. Bring your own glass or grab a festival glass on-site!
Date(s): Every Tuesday in October
Admission: Free (Ages 21+)
Location: Voodoo Cellar in Downtown Boise
Event Info: Join Voodoo Cellar for a horror movie on our 120” screen with Dolby® surround sound every Tuesday night, plus free theater-style popcorn! Arrive early for Happy Hour drink specials starting at $3.00, and enjoy pre-movie trivia at 8pm for a chance to win a free drink. No cover charge, and food is available all night.
Date(s): Open Monday through Saturday in October
Admission: Ticket Prices & Business Hours Vary (see website for more info)
General Info: Visit the Lowe Family Farmstead in Kuna, Idaho’s favorite fall destination! Enjoy farm-tastic fun with pumpkin picking, tractor-drawn hayrides, a stunning flower field, and delicious farm-fresh food. Don’t miss the chance to explore Idaho's Original Corn Maze and create unforgettable memories with the whole family!
Date(s): Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th
Admission: Regular Zoo Admission (see website for pricing)
Location: Zoo Boise in Julia Davis Park
Event Info: Get ready for two days of family-friendly Halloween fun at Zoo Boise. Enjoy trick-or-treat candy stations, costume contests for all ages, vendors, face painting, special Halloween-themed treats for the animals, and much more!
Is Your House Priced Too High?
Every seller wants to get their house sold quickly, for as much money as they can, with as few headaches as possible. And chances are, you’re no different.
But did you know one of the biggest things that could jeopardize your success is the asking price for your home? Pricing your house correctly is one of the most crucial steps in the selling process.
So, how do you know if you’re missing the mark? Here are four signs your high asking price might be turning potential buyers away—and why leaning on your real estate agent is the best way to course correct.
1. You’re Not Getting Many Showings or Offers
A lack of showings is one of the most obvious signs your house may be overpriced. If it's been on the market for several weeks and only a few buyers have come to see it—or worse, you haven’t gotten any offers—it could indicate the price isn’t matching up with what buyers expect. Buyers who have been looking for a while can easily spot (and write off) a home that seems overpriced.
Your real estate agent will coach you through this, so lean on their experience for what you may want to try to bring more buyers in, including considering a price cut.
2. Buyers Have Consistent Negative Feedback after Showings
And if comments from the potential buyers aren’t great after the showings you do have, you may need to consider making a change. Feedback from showings is an important part of understanding how buyers see your house. If they consistently say it's overpriced compared to other homes they’ve seen, it’s time to reconsider your pricing strategy.
Your agent will gather and analyze this feedback for you, so you can look at how your house stacks up in the market. They can also suggest specific improvements or staging changes to better justify your asking price, or recommend one that aligns with today’s buyer expectations. As the National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains:
“Based on all the data gathered, agents may make adjustments to the initial price recommendation. This could involve adjusting for market conditions, property uniqueness, or other factors that may impact the property's value.”
3. It’s Been on the Market for Too Long
And that lack of interest is ultimately going to lead to it sitting on the market without any serious bites. The longer it lingers, the more likely it is to raise red flags for buyers, who may wonder if something is wrong with it. Especially in today’s market with growing inventory, a long listing period means your house is stale – and that makes it even harder to sell.
Your real estate agent will be able to give you perspective on how quickly other homes in your area are selling and walk you through what’s working for other sellers. That way you can decide together if there’s something you want to do differently. As a Bankrate article says:
“Check with your agent about the average number of days homes spend on the market in your area. If your listing has been up significantly longer than average, that may be a sign to reduce the price.”
4. Your Neighbor’s House Sold Without an Issue
And here’s the last one to watch out for. If similar homes in your area are selling faster than yours, it’s a clear sign that something is off. This could be due to things like a lack of upgrades, outdated features, or a less desirable location. Or, it may be priced too high.
Your agent will keep you up to date on your competition and what changes, if any, you need to make your home more competitive. They’ll offer advice on small updates that could increase your home’s appeal or how to adjust your strategy to reflect the reality of the market today.
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