Melissa Holm: Hillside Realty, Brokered by EXP Realty

Melissa Holm: Hillside Realty, Brokered by EXP Realty Melissa Holm | Idaho Falls & Southeast Idaho Real Estate
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Hillside Realty, eXp Realty

09/13/2026

Thinking about selling your home, but not sure where to start?

Before you worry about photos, showings, pricing, repairs, or what you should do to get your house ready, join us for Sell Smart.

This Thursday at 5 PM Mountain Time, Liz Brown and I are breaking down what sellers need to know BEFORE putting a home on the market.

We’ll talk about what’s worth doing, what you can probably skip, how to think about pricing, and the mistakes that can cost sellers time and money.

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just practical information to help you make smarter decisions about your home.

Want to join us?

Comment SELL SMART below and I’ll send you the details.

09/12/2026

As a member of the Kelly Canyon Ski Patrol, lift evacuation is something we train for and hope we never have to use. But if an emergency happens, that’s not the time to figure out what to do.

Real estate can be the same way.

You don’t expect a deal to go sideways, but inspections, appraisals, financing, or last-minute surprises can knock you off your feet.

That’s when you want an experienced agent who knows how to react, solve the problem, and keep things moving toward closing.

Because experience matters most when things don’t go according to plan.

Melissa Holm
Hillside Realty, brokered by eXp Realty

09/10/2026

New member orientation teaches you the rules, resources, and responsibilities of being a REALTOR®.

But it doesn’t always teach you how to build a business.

How do you find clients?
What do you say to them?
What should you be doing every day when the phone isn’t ringing?
And how do you turn your license into a career that actually pays the bills?

Those are the questions I help agents work through.

If you’re a newer agent—or an experienced agent who’s struggling to build consistent business—I have room for a few agents who are ready to create a real plan and take action.

Comment ROOM or send me a message, and let’s talk.

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09/10/2026

What is the housing market actually doing in Idaho Falls, Rigby, Rexburg and Blackfoot, Idaho?

The answer: it depends on where you are.

Here’s a quick look at the August 2026 numbers:

Idaho Falls — $460K average price | 3.4 months inventory
Rigby — $458K average price | 3.6 months inventory
Rexburg — $401K average price | 6.3 months inventory
Blackfoot — $393K average price | 4.0 months inventory

That’s why I always say there isn’t just one “Southeast Idaho housing market.” What’s happening in Idaho Falls can look very different from Rigby, Rexburg or Blackfoot.

And even these numbers don’t tell the whole story. Your neighborhood, price range, property type and competition can completely change your buying or selling strategy.

Thinking about making a move in Southeast Idaho?

Comment MARKET and I’ll help you figure out what’s happening in your specific area and what it could mean for you.

Melissa Holm
Hillside Realty | Brokered by eXp Realty

09/10/2026

40 Acres of Development Ground Near Ririe, Idaho

If you’ve been looking for your next residential development opportunity in Eastern Idaho, take a look at Wolf River Development.

Located just outside of Ririe, this 40.01-acre property is zoned R2 and offers a strong foundation for future residential development.

• 40.01 acres
• R2 zoning
• City water and sewer stubbed to the property
• 63 shares of Enterprise Canal water
• Highway 48 frontage
• Convenient access to Highway 26
• Potential for multiple development configurations, subject to applicable approvals

With Eastern Idaho continuing to grow, opportunities to secure larger tracts of development ground near established communities are worth a closer look.

If you’re a developer, builder, investor, or land buyer looking for development land in the Ririe or greater Idaho Falls area, message me for additional information, maps, utility details, or to walk the property.

Melissa Holm
Hillside Realty, brokered by eXp Realty

09/09/2026

One of my past buyers called me because a repair the seller made before closing is now failing, 10 months later.

And she had a really good question: “Is the seller responsible for fixing it again?”

Here’s what happened.

When we did the inspection, there was a crack in the bathtub. In our inspection contingency, we specifically asked for it to be repaired with a fiberglass patch and reglazed.

At the final walk-through, the repair looked great, so we closed.

Fast-forward 10 months, and that patch is now failing.

Here’s what buyers need to know: once you close on the home, the seller generally doesn’t have an ongoing obligation to warranty those repairs unless your agreement says otherwise.

But that doesn’t mean we were out of options.

Because we had documentation of the repair, I was able to track down the company that did the work. I called them, explained what was happening, and they’re going to warranty their repair.

And that’s why your final walk-through matters so much.

Don’t skip it. Check every repair you asked for. Get receipts and documentation when you can, and keep them after closing.

Because sometimes those details don’t matter until 10 months later.

Melissa Holm, Hillside Realty, eXp Realty

09/05/2026

Squeezing out the last moment of summer.

09/04/2026

Comment BUYERS GUIDE if buying a home in the Idaho Falls area is anywhere in your future.

There’s a lot more to buying a house than finding one you love. What should you offer? What can you negotiate? What should you watch for during inspections?

I made a free Buyer’s Guide to help you understand the process before hundreds of thousands of dollars are on the line.

Comment BUYERS GUIDE and I’ll send it your way.

Melissa Holm | Hillside Realty, brokered by eXp Realty
Greater Idaho Falls, Idaho

09/03/2026

Thinking about selling your home but not sure where to start?

Comment SELL SMART and I’ll send you the details for tonight’s FREE Sell Smart webinar at 5:00 PM Mountain Time.

We’re breaking down what homeowners should know before putting a house on the market, including:

* What’s worth fixing before you sell and what you can skip
* What buyers are actually paying attention to
* Common mistakes sellers make when preparing their home
* What homeowners tend to overthink or overspend on
* How to prepare for a sale without feeling overwhelmed

You do not need to be ready to list your home right now. If selling is somewhere on your radar, this is a great opportunity to get informed before making decisions.

SELL SMART Webinar
5:00 PM Mountain Time
Online via Zoom

Comment SELL SMART and I’ll get you the registration information.

Melissa Holm
Hillside Realty, brokered by eXp Realty
Serving Idaho Falls and Southeast Idaho

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