Hi Friends, 

 

Welcoming you to the fourth edition of our newsletter is me, Jesse Larsen. We're thrilled to have you as part of our mid-century community. 

This journey has sparked fantastic conversations and forged connections with members both longtime and new. It's incredible to think about the many relationships that have grown within our crew, all united by the dream of mid-century living, architecture and design.

One particular story comes to mind, one that's very close to my heart. It's about the first mid-century dream that I helped come true.

It all started at an open house in the north end hills of our beloved city, in a house built in 1954 - the same year my Mom was born. I fell in love with the place, from its original brickwork to the floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and the breathtaking views of the canopy of Les Bois.

I had the good fortune of meeting someone who, like me, was returning to Boise, the place they call home. He was to bring his partner, whom I would come to adore during their next visit. 

In a departure from our usual focused home shopping approach, we explored everything, leaving no knob unturned. While they initially considered various home styles, mid-century quickly emerged as the clear favorite. 

 

A few months passed quickly, with them back on the East Coast until I received a message: 

 

"I'll be there tomorrow! Can we go see that mid-century home?"

This one was an enchanting 1956 gem in another foothills neighborhood - The Highlands. It was listed by our team and brought to life by TJ Pierce and this would be my first visit. The two of us met there the next day, with a friend of his, and there was an electricity in the air. We both felt it and quickly got his partner on FaceTime.

 

 

We showed her the original, unpainted sandstone fireplace, the beautiful kitchen cabinetry, and the oversized living room windows that would frame any sunset as a work of art. I’m sure that it was these moments that lead them to the realization that they had found their dream home.

Within 24 hours and several more video calls, they asked me to submit an offer on their behalf. Despite strong competition and the unique dynamic of two agents on the same team advocating for their clients, our shared love for people - our highest priority - prevailed. In just three hours, I received the incredible news that their offer had been accepted.

I feel compelled to share… I squealed like a delighted toddler. My partner Harman and I celebrated preemptively, awaiting the official documents with signatures. When they finally arrived, I instantly hopped on a FaceTime call with our friends and shared the wonderful news. Their reaction was beyond happiness and excitement; it was wonder and awe. This was an unreal experience for all of us.

 

 

Looking back, the time we spent together was an absolute blast, even when we explored houses that didn't quite fit. Helping our new friends achieve their mid-century dreams was one of the most fulfilling experiences of my professional career. It reaffirmed my belief that becoming a REALTOR® was the right path for me, and I believe it's the right choice for our community as well.

Now, as we navigate the intricacies of contracts,  deadlines, and financing details, our friends are envisioning their life in their new mid-century home, with the sun setting through their floor-to-ceiling living room windows. We're here to enjoy this journey with them and lead them to their very own mid-century dream nestled in the hills.

 

 

Congratulations, friends. Welcome home.

- Jesse