Episode Details

Get the chance to hear about Abra Chouinard’s ongoing pursuit to reinvest in her hometown and uplift her community by buying fascinating historical buildings. Dial in for a jaw-dropping story during her walkthrough as an agent on a property with animal bones and butchery remnants all over the place.

Key takeaways to listen for

• A humble and inspiring start in real estate 
• The value of putting community first when investing
• How important it is to reinvest in our small and rural towns 
• A challenge you might face when buying historical properties
• Why homebuyers need to stop sending “love letters” to sellers

Resources mentioned in this episode

• eXp Realty
• National Association of REALTORS®

About Abra Chouinard

Abra is a real estate agent, investor, and founder of Living In Northern Idaho and Chouinard Realty. Beyond her career as a real estate agent, she gives back to her hometown in Northern Idaho, where she was born and raised on a 100-acre ranch, by investing in local properties that can help generate income. 

Abra has experience owning and managing residential and commercial properties such as short-term rentals, vacation rentals, multifamily, and land. Aside from real estate, she enjoys outdoor activities. Abra was also an actor, director, writer, and producer of films.

Connect with Abra

• Website: Living In Northern Idaho
• Instagram: @abra_chouinard | @chouinardrealty
• Youtube: Living In Northern Idaho
• Email: info@LivingInNorthernIdaho.com
• Zoom: Living In Northern Idaho
• E-Store: Living In Northern Idaho
• Phone: 208-209-2315

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