Believe in Yourself and Your Community: How Positive Mindset Transforms Pocatello

Matt Hansen shares his journey from construction worker to successful real estate entrepreneur and reveals why he believes Pocatello is on the cusp of reaching its full potential. Through conversation filled with local insights and practical wisdom, we explore how mindset, community investment, and appreciation for local character are transforming this Idaho town.

• Born and raised in the area, started in construction pushing a broom before working up to managing large-scale industrial projects
• Started buying and renovating houses in poor condition before getting his real estate license
• Emphasizes that positivity is a choice and the stories we tell ourselves become our reality
• Shares fascinating geological fact that none of Pocatello's topsoil is original—it was all washed away by the Bonneville Flood 15,000 years ago
• Describes Pocatello as a blue-collar town with educated, gritty people who love the outdoors
• Advises first-time homebuyers to take a chance on themselves and work with professionals to determine readiness
• Co-founded East Idaho Mastermind, a weekly coffee group supporting local entrepreneurs
• Notes Pocatello's housing remains affordable ($320,000 average) compared to places like California ($1.1 million average)
• Points to significant infrastructure investments and new businesses as signs of Pocatello's economic diversification
• Encourages residents to support local businesses and participate in community events like Revive at Five

Get in touch with Matt Hansen to learn more about real estate opportunities in Pocatello or join the East Idaho Mastermind meetings Monday mornings at 7am at Gate City Coffee.