buying a home: The Next Big Thing in Bozeman Real Estate - 04/26/17 09:13 AM
As there is an influx of people arriving in Bozeman, there seems to be a shortage of houses available.  Up and coming condo developments seem to be the new trend in Bozeman as they allow housing for a lot of people at a fraction of the price (unless you’re 5 West and want a spectacular view and location for a lofty price- no pun intended).  We have listed 8 new developments we think you should know about!
 
1. Sobo Loft Condos
These condos are being built on the old Pizza Hut site on Babcock directly across from Haufbrau (can you say perfect location?!)  … (8 comments)

buying a home: Understanding Credit Scores and Their Impact on Buying a Home - 03/23/17 03:03 PM

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buying a home: Buying a Home in Bozeman, Montana? What's on your wish list? - 05/31/16 03:07 AM
Being in the real estate world we hear a lot of different things that people want in a home.  Some are basic...we need three bedrooms, two bathrooms.  Some are a little out there and, some are downright crazy...I want a mountain view home with acreage but still be able to walk downtown.  Through everything we hear, a few things come up more often than others.  Here is what's on most peoples wish list when looking for a new home in Bozeman. 
 
1. A LARGE LOTMost people move to Montana to get a little space.  Some breathing room and an outdoor area to … (0 comments)

buying a home: 7 Biggest Fears for First-Time Homebuyers - 04/19/16 02:20 AM
1. PURCHASING THE WRONG HOMEMany first-time homebuyers fear that purchasing the wrong home will haunt them for years to come. There can be a lot of stress when it comes to uncertainty about the market – declining property values, and increasing interest rates are threatening thoughts. Luckily, in most areas home prices are stable and increasing steadily. We especially see that here in Bozeman where home prices have increased 30% in the last 3 years!
 
2. NOT BEING ABLE TO AFFORD THE PAYMENTIt’s a common concern among many homebuyers – how much can we really afford? If you choose a trustworthy lender, … (1 comments)

buying a home: 7 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent When Buying Your First Home - 04/07/16 05:55 AM
1. NAVIGATING A REAL ESTATE DEAL CAN BE TRICKY BUSINESSWhen it comes to the process of buying your first home, there is no substitute for an experienced professional. A good real estate agent can save you time, money and a lot of stress by helping you find the right home, making the right offer, negotiating contracts and playing hardball when necessary. 
2. PAPERWORK WILL BE FLYINGThe amount of paperwork involved in a home sale is overwhelming to say the least. Especially for a first-time homebuyer! Unless you have all kinds of free time to dedicate to deciphering contracts and paperwork, you may … (0 comments)

buying a home: Buying vs Renting - 02/03/16 03:43 AM

 
It's a question asked over and over by people at the crossroads of where to live.  Should I invest in buying a home or keep renting?  Can I afford to buy a home?  Is renting easier than dealing with everything that goes along with owning?  So many questions!  While we can't answer what is the right thing for you to do, we can offer a little insight into the advantages and disadvantages of each.  Give you an opportunity to see which might be best for you and your family.  
 
RENTINGIt's easy to automatically assume buying a home is the better choice.  However, there … (0 comments)

buying a home: Top 10 Tips for New Homeowners - 11/10/15 06:49 AM
You've gone through the process of searching for your dream home.  You've packed up the boxes, closed on the deal and moved in.  Now what?  It's time to settle in and enjoy your new home!  We asked around the office to find out what their best tips for a new homeowner would be and here's what our Bozeman real esate agents came up with...
1. CHECK AND REPLACE THE FURNACE FILTERS
This is something easy to forget when you are caught up with moving into your new home, but it's an important one!  The furnace filters are critical to keep up the performance … (1 comments)