real estate: Our 5 Favorite Ways to Turn Wasted Space Into Storage
- 01/30/17 02:21 PM
Spring is right around the corner! Now is the perfect time to complete those indoor projects you have been knocking around in your brain. Many of us are already working on home organization since it's a popular New Year resolution. The largest obstacle to getting your house organized is simply space. We've all heard the organizational rule 'everything has a place and everything IN it's place'. It's hard to accomplish the latter if you don't have enough SPACE! Maybe, the issue is that you simply aren't maximizing the space you have. We've combed the internet for our favorite ideas and outlined our top 5 fav's here.
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real estate: Drop in FHA Mortgage Insurance to Benefit Home Buyers
- 01/09/17 02:58 PM
What is an FHA Mortgage Loan?Before we get to the great news about FHA MIP, let's cover what an FHA loan is. An FHA loan is a mortgage loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). Frequently, an FHA loan is a great alternative for individuals who may not qualify for a conventional mortgage loan due to, say, a lower credit score, or little funds for a downpayment. FHA loan requirements are less strict in an attempt to give as many people as possible the opportunity to purchase a home. The trade-off of going the FHA route is usually a higher interest … (0 comments)
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real estate: Do I Need a Home Warranty?
- 12/30/16 05:55 AM
We know what you're thinking. 'Home Warranty? What a racket!'
There are, indeed, thousands of consumer complaints filed against home warranty providers each year. However, the concept of a home warranty as a whole, is a great one! It's not necessary for every homeowner, but for those who don't have the ability, means, nor time to fix things when they go wrong, it can be well worth the money. The trick is to find a reputable, honest provider who offers good coverage options without fine print disqualifying your claim at every turn. But where do you even begin? Lucky for us, our friends at Reviews.com have done … (0 comments)
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real estate: Misconceptions About Down Payments
- 10/06/16 05:54 AM
New research shows many potential home buyers have misconceptions about how much they need to have saved for a down payment. The most often cited amount is 20 percent of the selling price of the home. But, depending on the type of loan, it could be much less and large numbers of eligible buyers don't know that. In fact, according to the National Association of Realtors' quarterly HOME survey, awareness of low-down payment mortgage options was low across all age groups but particularly among Americans over 65 and under 35. In fact, almost 40 percent of young adults believe they'll need more than 20 percent saved before they … (0 comments)
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real estate: Potential Profit in Student Housing?
- 10/23/15 04:30 AM
Thinking of shopping for real estate investment properties? Here's a great blog post (by Ryan Poelman, CSO for Nudge and the CEO of BuyPD) about the benefits of jumping into the student housing niche:
Student Occupancy Rising in Most Markets "...there can be great opportunity in owning rental property near schools."
"Properties between a half-mile and a mile from campus have occupancy rates of 95.1% and average rent of $542, up 1.8%."
Photo Credit Lucky for us, Bozeman is the home of an outstanding university. Enrollment at Montana State University for the 2015-2016 school year is reportedly 15,688 students. Many of those students choose to live off campus. 75% of them, to be exact! … (0 comments)
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real estate: 6 HOME PROJECTS FOR FALL
- 09/25/15 12:57 AM
1. Replace windows. Fall and Spring are great seasons for replacing windows in your house due to seasonal temps. You don’t have to worry about your AC or heater kicking on non-stop in an attempt to keep your home comfortable. Many of us have our windows open during these seasons anyway! Click HERE for some great advise on install replacement windows.
2. Clean gutters. Gutters and downspouts should be checked and cleaned regularly during fall. ‘Tis the season for falling leaves, after-all! You might even consider installing gutter guards. It could save you lots of time and energy in the future. Click HERE for a great tutorial.
3. Roof. Fall is … (0 comments)
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real estate: Thinking of Flipping a House?
- 08/19/15 05:03 AM
So, what is ‘flipping’ anyway? Flipping is simply buying a property with the sole purpose of re-selling it for (hopefully) a profit. It’s not an exact science, but there are certainly a few considerations to make before jumping in.
First, what’s your budget? There are two different budgets to plan for: 1. Finances 2. Time
Finances. Remember, you not only need to buy the property, you need to have enough money to fix repairs, update, renovate, etc., etc. Figure out how much you can afford and/or want to spend, consider ALL costs involved in the flip, and STAY WITHIN YOUR BUDGET. One of the first mistakes … (12 comments)
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real estate: Real Estate Terms Every Buyer Should Know
- 08/03/15 10:04 PM
Lender V. Mortgage Broker: Many people are involved in the buying and selling of your home. A mortgage lender is anyone who is loaning the money to pay for the mortgage. The mortgage broker, on the other hand, is someone who works with the borrower to find the best opportunities. The role of the broker is to use their specialized knowledge of the trends, policies, and local connections to achieve the best results for their borrowers.
FHA & VA Loans: The FHA has several programs by which people can get loans. The loans are backed with a type of home mortgage insurance whose cost is rolled into the loan itself and is … (2 comments)
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real estate: Four Selling Sins...
- 07/22/15 11:48 PM
1. Incorrect Pricing
Make no mistake, UNDER-pricing your home can be just as detrimental as OVER-pricing your home. Listen to your agent’s advice regarding price. Their suggestions are not arbitrary. They use comps and current market trends to figure out what the best selling price for your listing is. It’s important that your listing price aligns with the appraisal at closing time. If it doesn’t, it could mean the sale!
2. Neglect
We all have a list of repairs we have been meaning to get to for ages. At our house, we have two. The “Long List” and the “Short List”. Short List repairs are things that can spell … (2 comments)
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real estate: Homeowners Take Notice!
- 07/13/15 03:17 AM
Homeowners take notice! You may think you know where to put your money for a great ROI (Return on Investment)… kitchens, bathrooms, and masters. Right? NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) released a report called What Home Buyers Really Want that may surprise you. Two panels were surveyed – Home buyers who had recently purchased a home (in the previous 3 years) and Individuals expecting to purchase a home (in the next 3 years).
To begin with, we were surprised at a few things home buyers DIDN’T want. Here are a few features from that list:
Elevator Gated Community Laundry Chute Game Room Wet Bar
So what features DO home … (1 comments)
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real estate: Is your house haunted? (And A Few Other Fun Facts...)
- 05/15/15 02:41 AM
Just for fun...
In areas with significant Chinese population (18% or higher), addresses ending in the "unlucky" number 4 sell for a lower market value. Source
The best day of the week to list your home is Friday. Source
The acronym FROG stands for Finished Room Over the Garage. Source
The original house-warming gift was, literally, meant to warm your house. (i.e. firewood) Source
Other common house-warming gifts from around the world are honey (symbolizing a sweet life), salt (symbolizing a life full of flavor), candles (symbolizing, well, light), and coins (symbolizing good fortune). Source
In the state of New York, if you are selling a property believed to be haunted you are under legal obligation … (3 comments)
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real estate: Help Wanted
- 05/01/15 03:55 AM
We're hiring! Do you know a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual looking for full-time employment in the Bozeman, MT area? Send them our way! Inquiries and resume's (with cover letter please) should be emailed to Holly Hoeger, Director of Communications at Hoeger.Holly@gmail.com.
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real estate: Just Listed! Quintessential Montana Getaway Property…
- 04/28/15 02:24 AM
246 Sage BrushThree Forks, MT 59752MLS 205086$185,000
1 bed 1 bath 1120 sq ft ~41 acres This charming log home sits on the quintessential Montana getaway property! As you drive up, you’ll not notice another home in sight. The 40+ acres create a protective bowl filled with open meadows, trees, and all the privacy you could wish for. The owners have remodeled this home complete with jetted tub, new flooring, murphy bed for guests, instant hot water, and an outstanding kitchen. They have also made living off grid easy; 2 generators, some solar, well, and septic are all present in this little slice of heaven.
Click HERE for more information.
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real estate: THIS Is How To Get It SOLD FAST...
- 03/18/15 03:45 AM
Spring is in the air! While it’s never really a BAD season to list your home, the most popular season in which to list your home is Spring. With that in mind, we at Bozeman Montana Real Estate .net thought we would share a few of our simple tips for getting your home sold FAST.
1. PRICE IT RIGHT. Any real estate agent worth their salt will tell you this is THE MOST IMPORTANT element in selling fast. The majority of buyer traffic will come through your home in the first 30 days it is on the market. If you list your home high with intentions of dropping the price if it doesn’t … (1 comments)
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real estate: For Sale By ..... Realtor?
- 03/12/15 02:46 AM
It’s probably the first thing you consider when getting ready to sell your home. Sell it yourself? Or list with an agent. Here are just a few reasons why listing with an agent trumps selling it yourself.
POTENTIAL BUYERS - Have you ever walked through a home being shown by
the owner? Normally, it’s a little uncomfortable. It can be a awkward perusing through a stranger’s personal space knowing that they are within ear-shot. Plain and simple, it’s more comfortable looking at a home without the seller present. Not to mention, a realtor can show your home when it is convenient for the BUYER – which means MORE PEOPLE ARE LOOKING AT YOUR HOME. Let’s face it, more traffic … (0 comments)
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real estate: 10 Upgrades That Will Add Value to Your Home
- 03/06/15 03:24 AM
Written by guest, Tim Smith, modernize.com
As you may expect, ROI (Return On Investment) varies wildly from one home remodeling venture to the next depending on your specific location. And it’s not always necessarily true that the more money you spend to upgrade a certain area, the more money you’ll automatically recoup. Want to make a few improvements to your home that will add significant value? Read on for 10 outstanding ways to get the most bang for your buck whether you're selling or staying.
Add Bedrooms
Adding an extra bedroom to your home is a big plus in terms of adding value and equity. Experts claim that … (2 comments)
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real estate: SOLD! 1900's Barn Converted Into Home. So COOL...
- 02/27/15 03:09 AM
SOLD!
It’s a one-of-a-kind home with stunning views across the Gallatin Valley! This home was originally the 1900’s barn at Riverside Country Club. In the late 1970’s it was moved and remodeled into this originally designed residence. There are soaring ceilings throughout most of the home and many antique features (including a wood cook stove). New roof and appliances in 2009. With over 20 acres there’s plenty of space for horses, chickens, or fabulous gardens. Come turn this incredibly unique home into YOUR unique masterpiece!
4 bed/3 bath 1 car attached garage Storage shed Green house Partial fence Hardwood floors New paint Vaulted ceilings +20 acres
16313 Rocky Mountain Road
Belgrade, MT 59714
MLS … (2 comments)
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real estate: How about your own private airport … and that's just the beginning.
- 02/23/15 01:39 AM
If you have ever dreamed of being a ranch owner, look no further. This property is your own little slice of heaven. It’s an incredibly unique piece of property with original homestead buildings, river frontage, and its very own private airport (with hanger). It boasts picturesque tree-lined banks winding along the Boulder River and breath-taking, sweeping mountains. This property embodies all of the reasons why people move to the great state of Montana.
This list of features is incredible…
4 bed/3 bath Main house with private well and septic 196 acres Original homestead buildings including a blacksmith shop, barn, bunk house, and ice house Heated 60x80 equipment building Heated 60x60 Hanger with swing-up hydraulic door … (2 comments)
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real estate: It had nice curb appeal - then I walked in the front door ...
- 02/18/15 11:01 PM
While my sister was in town for a visit I showed her one of my listings. (I MIGHT be trying to get her and her family to move to Bozeman. Wink, wink.) She loved this home so much that I asked her if she would mind sharing her thoughts on it. Here's what she had to say:
I thought it was a nice-looking home with great curb appeal until I walked in the front door. What was the first thing that grabbed my attention, you ask? The kitchen. THIS KITCHEN … Someone put a lot of effort and love into that space. I asked our gracious host, the homeowner, who … (4 comments)
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real estate: JUST LISTED 4BED/4BATH ONE-OF-A-KIND!
- 01/23/15 06:43 AM
48 ARROWHEAD TRAIL, BOZEMAN, MT 59718
MLS 202759
Gorgeous one-of-a-kind with lots of custom features …
This one-of-a-kind, completely renovated, mountain rustic home will AMAZE you! So many custom features! Breath-taking kitchen, creatively designed by Homestead Woods, includes custom alder cabinets, glass panel doors, concrete and granite countertops, copper sink, barrel wood bar, and picklewood floors. It is an UNFORGATTABLE gathering place! Masters on main and upper floors, 2 separate library work spaces, a TV rec room, and it all sits on a ~1 acre, fully landscaped lot. It’s a MUST SEE!
4 BED/4BATH 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE … (3 comments)
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Spring is right around the corner! Now is the perfect time to complete those indoor projects you have been knocking around in your brain. Many of us are already working on home organization since it's a popular New Year resolution. The largest obstacle to getting your house organized is simply space. We've all heard the organizational rule 'everything has a place and everything IN it's place'. It's hard to accomplish the latter if you don't have enough SPACE! Maybe, the issue is that you simply aren't maximizing the space you have. We've combed the internet for our favorite ideas and outlined our top 5 fav's here.
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