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A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, might be a viable option for homeowners struggling to pay down credit card debt or in an emergency situation. (PHOTO: DEPOSITPHOTOS.COM)
Aug 19, 2026

Homeowners can tap into HELOCs to pay down debts and avoid high interest rates

Homeowners in Idaho tap into HELOCs to pay down high-interest debts and leverage home equity as a financial management tool, says Kellie Allen of CMG Home Loans.

Feb 5, 2026

Why nobody really knows the scale of the US housing crisis

Experts clash over America’s housing shortage, with estimates ranging from zero to 20 million homes as affordability, vacancies, and policy collide.

Falcons Landing in Mountain Home is a development offering three-bedroom, two-bathroom townhomes for those who qualify. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Feb 20, 2025

Mountain Home housing development offers low-cost alternative path to homeownership

However, not just anyone can buy the homes. There are two income options – or paths – to qualify.

Feb 17, 2025

Treasure Valley home prices up over last year; nearly half of sales were new construction

Not only did home prices appreciate last year at 2.9% for Ada County and 3.8% for Canyon County, but new home sales made up 41.2% of sales in Ada and 40% in Canyon.


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