Resources for the Gay and Lesbian Community
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What are the Benefits of Using Ed Elam as my Realtor? Ed is an experienced real estate agent who provides comprehensive real estate services to the gay and lesbian community. He and his business partner Leigh Wilson are licensed real estate agents in Idaho and are laser-focused on helping their clients find a homes or investment properties that suits their wants and needs. Together we bring nearly twelve years of real estate experience to every transaction.
No two clients are alike. You may require a home with ample square footage, two master suites and minimal yard work. Or you may want a cozy Bungalow in Boise's progressive North End. We work hard not to pigeon-hole our clients. Rather, we take the time to listen and try to understand your individual needs.
How do Ed and Leigh help their clients succeed?
- Our clients tell us that we help them succeed by really listening to what they’re looking for in a home, investment or vacation property.
- You enjoy unlimited access to the expertise of our director who is enthusiastic, helpful and experienced.
- You stay informed because we email or call you with current and relevant listings.
- We present your offer to the homeowner and help you through the negotiation process.
- We bring objectivity to the transaction and point out advantages or disadvantages of particular property.
We Work for Your Peace of Mind
- We do more than help you find a home. As Boise Realtors and long-time residents, we are expert negotiators, financial advisors, and superb navigators around local Boise neighborhoods.
- Ed Elam and Leigh Wilson are members of the National Association of Realtors and must abide by Standards of Practice and a Code of Ethics.
We Do it at No Cost to You
Our assistance won't cost you a cent. Generally the seller pays the real estate agent's commission. But that doesn't affect our dedication or the spirit of teamwork that we put into helping you find the home or property you're looking for.
The Bottom Line
We can save you time, money and frustration and the stigma sometimes associated with being a member of the gay community.
I want to buy a home, but I'm not sure where to begin. Give us a call or send us an email here. Or drop by our office in Boise for a map and description of properties in the market. We take pride in our knowledge of the area and have many tools available to help make your home search successful. Start looking today by searching for property here or setting up your "Dream Home Criteria" and letting our automated system search for real estate while you sleep. You will receive daily notifications of real estate that fit your criteria.
Where can I find a list of useful GLBT resources? 
Start with The Community Center/Diversity Magazine, your one-stop shop for local news and events and publisher of Diversity.
We also suggest you visit GLBT Central for a ton of useful resources including information about the local scene.
Here are some more resources:
Can't find what you're looking for? Let us know.
I'm coming from out of town and don't have much time. Ed and Leigh have many out of town clients and go the extra mile to accommodate out-of-towners’ schedules. If you’re not sure what to do while you’re here, we’ll even help you plan activities. We enjoy treating our clients well!
Will you show us only your properties or include those that are listed with other offices? We have access to all homes listed within the Intermountain Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and will happily show you any homes listed for sale in the larger Boise area. Many homes are sold “For Sale by Owner” or through Assist 2 Sell or similar flat-fee agencies, an
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- Should you Rent or Buy? Use our calculators to decide whether or not to rent or buy your own house, condo, ranch, luxury property or other real estate in the Nampa, Meridian, or Boise, Idaho area courtesy of Ed Elam.
- Buyer's Tips: A comprehensive list of home buyer's tips courtesy of Ed Elam and Boise's Best Real Estate Team.
- Seller's Tips: Getting ready to sell real estate in Boise, Idaho or another area? Our tips for home sellers are fresh and useful--and only a click away!
- Resources for the Gay and Lesbian Community: As a gay-friendly realtor, Ed Elam specializes in assisting members of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Community buying or selling real estate in the Boise, Idaho area.
- Why you should Invest in Idaho. Real estate investing in Idaho is our specialty. Find answers to Frequently Asked Real Estate Investment Questions here!
- Empty Nester Resources:We specialize in assisting Idaho Empty Nesters buy or sell real estate. Find answers to Frequently Asked Questions and more here.
- Real Estate Directory and Glossary: Complete real estate dictionary and glossary of real-estate related terms you'll use when you want to sell your home or property in Idaho, including legal definitions and more, courtesy of Ed Elam and your friends at Boise's Best Real Estate Team.
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- Looking for Rentals or Lease Options? Click here for our rental and lease option properties in the Nampa, Middleton, Caldwell, Meridian, Boise, Idaho area.
- Get Involved: Find out how Ed Elam and the team at Boise's Best Real Estate support four local nonprofits in the area of arts and education.
- Who is Ed Elam? Meet Ed and the team at Boise's Best Real Estate, including our marketing director and licensed transaction coordinator. We handle all your Boise, Idaho real estate needs, from guiding you through the transaction process to escrow and close.
- Testimonials: What Ed Elam and Leigh Wilson's clients are saying about this top producing real estate team in Boise, Idaho.
- Contact Information: How to contact Ed Elam and Leigh Wilson, Boise, Idaho real estate agents.
