January 2026

Cost Considerations Before Investing In Vacation Properties

Posted on Jan 19, 2026

Investing in a vacation property often begins with a vision. It might be mornings overlooking the ocean, weekends in a quiet mountain town, or the idea of owning a place that both generates income and builds long-term wealth. While the lifestyle appeal is strong, successful investors know that the true foundation of a smart vacation property purcha...

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Local Residential Real Estate Market Ends Year on Solid Footing

Posted on Jan 06, 2026 in Market Statistics

Residential real estate activity in December tracked close to normal levels, resulting in a healthy conclusion to the year, reports the Association of Interior REALTORS® (the Association). 


Sales Activity

A total of 788 residential unit sales were recorded across the Association region in December, down from November’s 939 units, yet up 10.4% compared...

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