Idaho Real Estate Taxes 
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What Can Idaho's Government Do For You?
Sunday, July 10th, 2011 at 12:20pm. 425 Views, 0 Comments.
Idaho’s State GovernmentIdaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter has taken large steps to develop Idaho’s economy. Governor Otter has looked to tax cuts and private industry growth to boost the state’s economic outlook. He has also utilized state finances to fund large projects in infrastructure and technological development in the state’s business-heavy regions. Governor Otter has promised to continue his opposition to the recent health care reforms, an action he believes will help local businesses save money during the recent U.S. financial downturn.
How do all these facts affect potential investors in the Gem State? Idaho’s pro-business, pro-investment governance style means that potential investors can count on state support from the commerce…
What are HOA dues and why am I paying them?
Wednesday, June 15th, 2011 at 8:49am. 532 Views, 0 Comments.
When HOAs are mentioned it can stir up a controversy of mixed views between people with polarized opinions concerning the value and necessity of homeowners’ associations. Imagine a family buying a home in a gated lakeside community or subdivision. As in any community they will have to pay state, property and income taxes, but in a community governed by an HOA they will be required to pay other fees as well.
So exactly what are HOA dues and why does an Idaho Real Estate owner have to pay them?What is an HOA?
Since 1964 homeowner’s associations or HOAs have increased steadily in the United States. In 2006 it was estimated that twenty-three million homes and fifty-seven million residents were governed by HOAs. An HOA follows a series of bylaws…
Idaho Homeowners Exemption saves you the Big Bucks…Here’s how!
Thursday, April 7th, 2011 at 6:52am. 452 Views, 0 Comments.
Did you know that you may be eligible to save BIG bucks on your property taxes for your Idaho home just by living in it? Yes, its true... It is called the homeowners exemption and it applies to your primary residence and up to one acre of land.
Just how much money can you save? Well, each year it varies. In 2011, the amount you can exempt is 50% of the assessed value up to $92,040. In 2010, the exempted amount was 50% up to $101,153. The best way to illustrate this savings is to provide an example on a Boise home located in area 01 (largest area in Boise with a levy rate of .017122994). Please note the levy rates are determined by the taxing districts and can vary greatly for different areas.
- Boise home’s assessed value in 2010 is…