home: Set the Stage for Your Next Open House with Aromatherapy - 05/07/13 01:16 PM
The history of Aromatherapy dates back at least to 4000 BC,  although the term "aromatherapy" was first used in the 1920s by the French chemist René Maurice Gattefossé who accidentally discovered that lavender oil relieves pain and assists in the healing of burns.
Today, Aromatherapy is used in almost every bath and beauty product on the shelf. It is also used by some for healing. One of my favorite uses is to "Set the Mood" for a sale in Real Estate. Aromatherapy is especially useful for Open Houses or to assist sellers with pet or cooking odors.
Studies have shown that the first thing people … (2 comments)

home: Missoula Real Estate Foreclosure Auction - 6 Bedroom House, Starting Bid $50,000 - 01/27/10 11:41 AM
Missoula Real Estate Foreclosure Auction - 6 Bedroom House, Starting Bid $50,000

FORECLOSURE AUCTION

Description6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
5149 finished square feet + 3300 sq. ft. drive-under basement
Built 1997
Approx .314ac lot.
Large deck, atrium, large bedroom
Auction Date:  Monday, February 15, 2010
Starting Bid: $50,000
We will be working as a Buyer's Broker at this event.



Note: A Buyer’s Premium will apply for this property. Please see Terms of Sale for details.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT SELLER WILL RE-KEY THE EXTERIOR DOORS TO THE PROPERTY PRIOR TO CLOSING AND FUNDING AT THE BUYER'S EXPENSE … (2 comments)

home: Superior Montana Real Estate - 142 Mullan Road West, Superior, MT 59872 - 01/11/10 02:27 PM
Superior Montana Real Estate - 142 Mullan Road West, Superior, MT 59872
 

 
We're not sure if this is a house or a resort! Features include 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, huge (spacious doesn't even begin to describe it) gourmet kitchen, see-through floor to ceiling river rock fireplace between the dining area and living room, a movie theater with balcony seating, family room with wet bar, 2496 Sq foot garage and shop with apartment above it all situated on almost an acre on the sunny side of Superior. Amazing buy at $430,000.
For more information or to schedule a personal … (3 comments)

home: Missoula FHA Loan Tips & Mortgage Shopping Tips - Don't be caught with your pants down!!! - Part 1 of 2 - 01/04/10 04:16 AM
 
Here is some great information on FHA Loans from our friend Jeff Belonger:
 
 

How many of you feel lost out there or even get help from someone such as a realtor letting you know that they can have their mortgage loan officer help you with your loan, yet you could still be lost. Not all referrals are good ones, just food for thought. I know this, because I have seen it happen more than it should, after a borrower comes to me after they had used someone else that was recommended. No, I am not perfect. But … (3 comments)

home: TRADE UP! 5 Reasons why this is the BEST market to upgrade in Missoula MT! - 12/18/09 04:02 AM
 

Have you thought about getting that bigger, better house in a better neighborhood?  


NOW IS THE TIME!
Whether you need more space, want to upgrade your location, or for any other reason, the current real estate market presents a unique opportunity to capitalize by trading up! 
5 reasons why this is the best market to trade up!
1. You will make money NOW on the trade!  

Here's how this works. You currently own a condo that was worth $1,000,000 three years ago, and now it's worth $700,000 (that's right, it's gone down 30%!).  You … (0 comments)

home: The Extended First Time Homebuyer & Move Up Buyer Tax Credit for Missoula Real Estate - 11/20/09 01:41 AM
The Extended First Time Homebuyer & Move Up Buyer Tax Credit for Missoula Real Estate
Here's a cute video about the Extended First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit and Move Up Buyer Tax Credit that is available to individuals who buy a primary residence by April 30, 2010.
Follow the adventures of Bob and Sally as the learn about the now extended Home Buyer Tax Credit worth up to $8000 for first time buyers and $6500 for existing home owners. It was published by Washington Homeowners.
 
 
Here are some additional articles on the topic:
Move-up Buyers & First Time Home … (1 comments)

home: 8 Myths of Staging to Sell Your Missoula Montana Home - Busted. - 11/10/09 07:23 AM
Some great myths of home staging, although I do think that smell is very important on a home, and a welcoming aroma is appealing to buyers.

Home staging (or property styling as it's commonly known as on the Australian property scene) is really an art, not a science. One of the many things a professional home stager understands is that it's the house that's up for sale, not the home owner's bread baking ability or taste in music. So, from the sublime to the rediculous - here's 8 myths of staging to sell - busted!
1. Buyers can see past my … (4 comments)

home: Montana Hunting Cabin - Off-the-Grid Property on 9+ Acres - 16 Upper Woodchuck, Florence, MT 59833 - 10/16/09 04:28 PM
16 Upper WoodchuckFlorence Montana 59833
Montana Hunting Cabin on 9+ Acres -Montana  Off the Grid Property
Amazing off-the-grid cabin with possible year-round access.Perfect for those seeking sustainable living or a private hunting cabin. Ready for you to finish.
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom
1,100 square feet
Priced to Sell at $94,900
Owner may finance with large down payment!
This home features:
Wood Floors On-Demand Water Heater Detached Garage Solar Power Generator Wood Stove Propane Heater 9+ Acres Bordering Plum Creek For more information on Montana Hunting Cabins, Off-the-Grid Properties, or to schedule a personal showing, contact Kevin Ray and Monica Ray of … (0 comments)

home: Clark Fork River Views - 109 Osprey Drive, Superior, MT Real Estate - $239,900 - 10/04/09 03:35 PM
Clark Fork River Views - 109 Osprey Drive, Superior, MT Real Estate - $239,900RiverRidge Subdivision

We are excited to have just listed this beautiful, almost new (has only been used as part-time residence) home in RiverRidge in Superior Montana. This home was designed and built in 2006 to be low-maintenance and extremely energy efficient.
It has a dream kitchen with lots of space, beautiful cabinetry and tons of storage! There is an open living area off the kitchen, and it's all on one level for convenient living.
The large master suite features an over-sized walk-in closet, private bathroom, and lots of natural light from … (3 comments)

home: Missoula Home Buyers - Shopping for mortgages - The Public Image of Advertising that is misleading !! - Part 1 of 2 - 10/01/09 02:46 PM
Here is some great information from Jeff Belonger for Missoula and Western Montana Home Buyers on what to watch out for when shopping for a mortgage.

 
ADVERTISING – Those ads that seem too good to be true.
 

 
I have been in the mortgage business for 17 + years.  I have seen so much advertising when it came to mortgage companies and how many of the ads were misleading or just flat out lies.  Those companies advertising low rates that didn't happen.  This easily went on from 1992 to 2002. I always wondered why this wasn't regulated as … (1 comments)

home: 24 Mesquite Drive, Alberton, Montana 59820 - Modern Montana Home on 2.9 Acres - 09/24/09 01:08 AM
 24 Mesquite Drive, Alberton, Montana 59820 - Modern Montana Home on 2.9 Acres
Welcome to this modern Montana dream home with panoramic views of the Lolo National Forest.
               
Newer home with open floor plan and tons of upgrades and features on 2.9 acres with gorgeous views just west of Alberton.
                         
                           
Amazing master suite features huge master bath with large jetted corner tub and glass block shower, amazing walk-in closet and spacious covered deck.
Large laundry room is centrally located upstairs with all bedrooms. The custom kitchen features stainless appliances, large island, breakfast bar and … (1 comments)

home: Missoula Home Buyers - OMG Watch Out for Lurking APR Predators - 09/22/09 02:51 AM
This is a great explanation of Annual Percentage Rate from Bill Ladewig for Missoula or Western Montana Home Buyers.

APR Predators and APR Demystified
First, lets demystify Annual Percentage Rate (APR).

APR was designed to allow consumers to use one standardized number to compare the real cost of each lender's interest rate and it works like this.
If I lend you, $10,000  and, I charge a $500 Bump-ta-Bump Fee, you will actually receive $9,500, however you must still repay me $10,000.  APR is my real yield and your real cost on this loan.
We agreed that you will repay the loan at 8% interest on $10,000, HOWEVER you only received $9,500 therefore … (1 comments)

home: Feeling Frustrated with Your Real Estate Agent? Here's 5 Things You Can Do Today! - 09/04/09 03:31 AM
Feeling Frustrated with Your Real Estate Agent?
Here's 5 Things You Can Do Today!
Moving can be stressful and having your home for sale can shake up everyone's routine. In today's market, especially, it's not unusual to feel some frustration when you are trying to sell your home. Homes are often taking longer to sell than they used to, the time between showings can be further apart, and if you're needing to sell quickly, emotions can run high.
So what can you do to keep that frustration from getting out of control?

1.) Get to the Root of the Problem - are … (7 comments)

home: 406 Main Street, Superior, Montana 59872 - A Mechanic's Dream! - 09/03/09 04:47 PM
406 Main Street, Superior, Montana 59872 - A Mechanic's Dream!
This is an absolute must see and priced to sell at $158,900. A beautiful home with many updates in a charming Montana town with a dream mechanic's shop - a three car oversized-garage with a mechanic's pit built-in cabinets, a work bench and a cozy wood stove!
And when you're done touching up your cars in the shop, you'll love relaxing on the spacious deck with a large privacy-fenced yard. This home's beautiful hardwood floors are low maintenance and practical.
This home also features:
new log siding, metal roof, gorgeous hardwood floors, … (3 comments)

home: $3,000 Buyer Credit - 5 Bedrooms & an Income Generating Rental: 2626 O'Shaughnesy Missoula MT 59808 - 07/26/09 07:57 AM
$3,000 Buyer Credit - 5 Bedrooms & a Income Generating Rental Only $295,000
2626 O'Shaughnesy Missoula Montana 59808
Welcome Home!! This is a rare find, 1 and a half story, 5 bedroom house with full finished basement on a beautiful manicured corner lot. Among this homes many features are an open floor plan, wrap-around porch, fenced yard, and a 1 bedroom apartment above the 2 car garage.
Apartment is currently rented for $625/mo which makes for very affordable living! Apartment above garage can also be used as office space since certain commercial uses are approved.
Seller to pay $3,000 towards buyer's … (0 comments)

home: 3912 Diamond Rd. Superior Montana Home for Sale - 3+ Acres & Quonset - 07/18/09 06:06 AM
3912 Diamond Rd. Superior Montana Home for Sale on 3+ Acres with Huge Quonset
This is a manufactured home on a full finished basement situated on over 3 acres. A rare find, affordable home with income potential. Property has a quonset hut which currently rents storage space for $100/spot potential for 6 spots or more. Property also has 2 well and 2 septic systems allowing for an RV hookup or mobile home lot rental for additional income.
This home is a must see with open floor plan and tons of room. Walk-in pantry, huge walk-in closet in Master suite, wet bar … (0 comments)

home: 11325 Sleeman Gulch Road, Lolo Montana Home with Acreage For Sale - 07/18/09 05:11 AM
11325 Sleeman Gulch Road, Lolo Montana Home with Acreage and 3 Car Garage For Sale
11325 Sleeman Gulch Rd - Property Website
This is a sprawling 5 bedroom home with 3 baths on over 15 acres with a nice mix of timbered hillside and open level yard. A nice garden spot, large coveredpatio, large covered deck off the master bedroom and fencing all combine for a wonderfull outdoor space. This is what country living is all about and only minutes from Lolo and Missoula in a private, quiet and peaceful setting.
A GREAT Buy at $415,000!
For more information, or to schedule a … (2 comments)

home: A Relaxing Morning Along Western Montana's Cedar Creek - 04/18/09 04:41 AM
A Relaxing Morning Along Western Montana's Cedar Creek
We are both getting in shape this spring and decided to spend Saturday morning with a bike ride along Western Montana's Cedar Creek. Cedar Creek is located near the town of Superior Montana in Mineral County. It's only about 45 minutes from Missoula, Montana.
If you're looking for open space, Mineral County is a great place to live because 87% of the County is Publicly Owned - mostly by the U.S. Forest Service!
So Relax, and enjoy the soothing sounds of Cedar Creek!


Along the road, our bike path:

… (10 comments)

home: Open House TODAY in Missoula's 44 Ranch - 2409 Snaffle Bit Way, Missoula MT 59808 - 04/04/09 11:28 PM
You're Invited to Attend an
OPEN HOUSE
in Missoula's 44 Ranch Estatesat 2409 Snaffle Bit Way, Missoula Montana 59808
Today, Sunday, April 5, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths
Priced to Sell at $297,000
Bonus Mainfloor Office/Den
Full Paritally Finished Basement
Virtual Tour for 2409 Snaffle Bit Way, Missoula MT 59808
Beautiful & Spacious NEW 44-Ranch home with open floor plan, 17 foot ceilings in living room, large bedrooms, a bonus office/den and a luxurious master suite. This home also boasts a gourmet kitchen with upgraded cabinets, a wine rack, stainless steel appliances, large … (0 comments)

home: Where Are Today's Real Estate Buyers? - 03/31/09 12:07 PM

The National Association of Realtors(R) published the results to their consumer survey in November.
The results to this survey are helpful when you are marketing a home for sale - who is your target customer for that property and how do you reach them?
When we first started in real estate, we did a lot of print advertising in newspapers and real estate guides and were unable to find a return on the significant investment we made. We now use a very strategic marketing approach to target where buyers are looking, with a primary emphasis on the Internet.
It's … (4 comments)