Kaitlyn Friend Real Estate

10/01/2026

THE TRANSACTION THAT ALMOST TOOK ME OUT 💀

It started with 5 DAYS just to schedule a showing. 👏🏻 Just to schedule it 👏🏻

Then 4 DAYS of negotiating an offer only to discover….SURPRISE….the person we’d been dealing with (listing agent and attorney) wasn’t actually the person who needed to receive the offer. Because that’s normal….

We finally get under contract. 🎉

Fast forward to the walkthrough…

🐕 Five very large dogs greeted us like we had broken into THEIR house.

📦 The seller, who was “absolutely ready to move”, had packed approximately zero boxes.

💬 He was also extremely talkative, which is wonderful except we were on a TIME SCHEDULE and I was internally screaming, “SIR. PLEASE PUT SOMETHING IN A BOX.”

Then we make it to closing day….

Except the seller apparently decided that morning that closing was more of a suggestion….so we round up a crew to help him pack up….because that’s what we do: Problem solve!

BUT….Suddenly he wasn’t moving unless he got a certain amount of money….disclosed only to the person on the other side of the transaction. But the contract is signed, sealed, delivered…

So now I’m negotiating AGAIN, talking to title, talking to everyone involved, trying to figure out who is actually in charge of what, delaying closing, and questioning every career choice I’ve ever made….

And THEN…

While we’re outside dealing with all of this, a tiny child with absolutely ZERO concept of personal space comes charging across the yard at FULL SPEED…

…and TRICERATOPS my client directly in the stomach. 🦖💀

Just head DOWN.

Full send.

My client got absolutely BODY CHECKED by a preschooler while trying to buy a house.

At that point I’m pretty sure all of us just accepted that this transaction was cursed.

BUT…

After 5 days to get a showing…
4 days to get the offer where it actually needed to go…
5 guard dogs…
0 packed boxes…
1 extremely committed conversationalist…
approximately 47 phone calls a day for two weeks…
a surprise ransom negotiation…
a delayed closing…
and one kid-induced abdominal injury…

WE. 👏 FREAKING. 👏 CLOSED. 👏

Some Realtors hand you the keys.

Some Realtors negotiate contracts.

And apparently some of us es**rt you through a real estate-themed escape room where the final boss is a small child running headfirst at your abdomen.

Anyway…

Congratulations to my buyers. 😂🏡❤️

We survived.

09/28/2026

🎄 I’m dreaming of a new address… and honestly, there’s still time to make it happen. 🔑🏡

If your Christmas list includes more space, a little land, a bigger kitchen, or simply a place that’s finally YOURS… I know a girl. 😉

I’m Kaitlyn Friend, your local Realtor who believes finding a home should feel a lot less intimidating and a lot more fun. If a new address is on your Christmas list this year, I’d love to help you find it. 🎄🏡🔑

Let’s get you home for the holidays. ❤️🎄

09/25/2026

I caved! Here’s what ChatGPT thinks my mascot should be:

09/24/2026

POV: You realize your Realtor has access to WAY more information than you thought. 👀

09/23/2026

Random snippets of real estate life 🫶

09/23/2026

New Plymouth building update!

The City of New Plymouth is switching building inspection providers an important change for anyone building, remodeling, or planning a project in town.

Keeping up with the little local changes that can affect homeowners and real estate is part of what we do. 👏

Hunter of Homes | Local Agents Delivering More Value

New Plymouth will end its contract with Fruitland and hire T. Young Inspections after city staff cited lower fees and streamlined services.

09/22/2026

NEW LISTING: 518 E Court Street, Weiser, ID 83672

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home filled with charm, character, and thoughtful updates throughout. Step inside to a bright, inviting interior with fresh neutral finishes, updated flooring, and plenty of natural light. The spacious living area flows into a functional kitchen featuring generous cabinet and counter space, stainless steel appliances, and room for dining. The primary suite offers its own private bathroom, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobby space. Outside, mature trees add shade and character to the property, while the detached garage provides valuable space for parking, storage, a workshop, or weekend projects. The backyard offers additional room to enjoy the outdoors and make the space your own. Convenient alley access adds extra flexibility for parking or accessing the detached garage. With its clean, move-in-ready interior, functional floor plan, detached garage, and a great combination of indoor and outdoor space, this home has so much to offer. Come take a look and see everything this property has waiting for its next owner!

Know someone with real estate needs? I’d be happy to help:
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09/22/2026

Monday, September 21 — 📚 Story Time
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Armoral Tuttle Public Library, New Plymouth
Stories, games, crafts and songs geared toward ages 3–5, although all ages are welcome.

Monday, September 21 — 🏐 New Plymouth vs. Payette Volleyball
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Payette High School
The New Plymouth Pilgrims take on the Payette Pirates in a varsity conference matchup.

Tuesday, September 22 — ⚖️ Lawyer in the Library
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Payette Public Library, 24 S. 10th Street
The Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program's Lawyer in the Library event is scheduled Tuesday afternoon.

Tuesday, September 22 — 🏐 Payette Volleyball
⏰ 7:00 PM
Payette travels to Vision Charter for a varsity conference match.

✈️ Saturday, September 26 — Kids in Aviation Day
⏰ 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Payette Municipal Airport

This is probably the one I'd feature most prominently on your business page. It's a FREE family event introducing kids to aviation. Children can explore aircraft, meet pilots, participate in hands-on STEM activities and learn about the local airport.

👜 Saturday, September 26 — 3rd Annual Purses With a Purpose
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Payette Community & Senior Center, 137 N. Main Street, Payette

A purse auction benefiting the Senior Center's meals, food pantry and community programs. Auction packages include Dooney & Bourke and Kate Spade purses, jewelry, a coffee package, a Dolly Parton-themed package, an Onion Skin Players package and even a Scotch Pines golf simulator package. Charcuterie plates, mimosas and Bellinis will also be available for purchase.

09/21/2026

09/21/2026

This is one of those homes that just has so much to offer! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath on .27 acres is tucked into a quiet neighborhood with a greenbelt out front and all three schools within walking distance, you’ll love the location just as much as the home itself. Inside, the chef’s kitchen features granite countertops and included appliances, with industrial LVP flooring throughout the main living areas and beautiful original wood floors in the hallway and spare bedrooms. A long list of updates has already been taken care of, including a new HVAC system, two ductless heat pumps, updated electrical throughout, new windows in most of the home, two new sliding glass doors, a new dishwasher and garbage disposal. Outside is where this property really shines! The fenced backyard has double-gate access, RV parking, flood irrigation, a paved driveway, storage shed, raspberry and blueberry plants, and an incredible 100-year-old oak tree. There’s also an oversized two-car garage, plus plumbing for a generator and RV or welding hookup. With a great backyard, tons of useful space, big-ticket updates already completed, and a location close to everything, this home is ready for its next chapter! Want to go check it out? Give me a call at 208-989-3847!