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Bozeman MT Real Estate Find Up To Date Information On The Local Real Estate Market, Listings, And Events. Bozeman And Belgrade MT Real Estate News, Market Data, Foreclosures And Short Sale Info And More.
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Getting Your Listing Sold!
With listing still being a bit stagnant with the slowly rising housing market, the right listing agent can make all the difference. There are a few key factors that can dramatically increase the chance of salability of your listing. 1. Incentive and/or Alternative Financing Options When you are listing a home it often means you are looking to buy a new one too. Stretching your dollar as far as it can go is critical during this time of your life. Agents understand that, or they should. Buyer and seller incentives vary because your individual listing is just that—individual. 2. Accessibility Show-ability, flexibility, and the willingness for an agent to go that extra little ump in order to get your listing shown, buyers interest kept, and to make sure schedules line up so your listing has a steady and responsive number of possible buyers seeing it. Even one that walks away is a resource because they tell us how the showing can be done better. 3. Exposure Point2Homes, Zillow, Proxio, StreetSeed, HotPads, Homefinder, Oodle, FrontDoor, vast, Cyberhomes, RealTown, PropertyShark, Homegain, Relocation, MilitaryFSBO, CLR Search, Clickable Directories, SecondSpace,and MANY MORE. This is less than a third of the available sites online. Your listing must be EVERYWHERE in order to get seen. 4. Regular Photo Updates Montana is a place of seasons. Capturing that is a skill and a something that needs to be worked on regularly. Consistency takes time, but it is so valuable that it cannot be pushed aside. With as visual as society is, pictures, many of them! Can draw a buyer in. 5. Imaginative Marketing Having someone who knows your listing and the specific market it is in is essential to knowing how and where to put it online and in print. Seeing a listing that boasts of 3 bedrooms and 3 baths really doesn’t jump off the page at you but seeing something that reads MADE TO BE ENERGY EFFIECENT AND HANDLES MONTANA WINTERS WITH EXTREMELY LOW COSTS—just maybe that will grab someone’s eye. 6. Market Knowledge Agents should know the market, but just as imperative, agents should help you learn the market your listing is in. This is not a process separated from you—the seller. If your listing is on the market and not receiving this kind of attention, check out Bozeman Montana Real Estate.net! We have four people just waiting to push your listing in the best ways we know how!
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Time to Move Up? Are you a buyer that has been: 1. considering a larger home? 2. feeling crowded in your present home? 3. want some elbow room and out of your condo? 4. considering adding to your family? 5. wanting to move closer to your job? Any of these thoughts might have been a quick reason, in a different market, for a new home purchase. Now it requires a second thought and some serious consideration before making that switch. Let’s look at some valid reasons to make that move.  1. If you can sell and buy in the same market, you have the same margins as selling and purchasing in an up market, but the interest rates will make the difference!
2. Interest rates play a huge role in the affordability of your payment and at present rates your new home may be just as affordable, if not more so, than your current home.  3. If you own a starter home, there are many first time buyers in the market that are ready to take the plunge, it may be a golden opportunity! Take advantage of the good sales on the lower end of housing and purchase in a slower market at a higher price point.
4. Housing has not been this affordable since 1991 and, according to Fiserve Case-Shiller prices should stabilize in even the hardest hit areas by next year. This seems to suggest that in moderate markets, like Bozeman, Montana, the bottom may already be here making it the perfect time to jump.
5. There is a larger inventory on the market right now, which may provide you exactly the right choice and the edge in negotiating your dream home.
6. And if you are really entrepreneurial, you might consider keeping your current home as a rental, let someone else make those payments and help provide for your retirement, while you find the perfect home to step up to! Everyone’s situation is different. You should give careful consideration to your finances and stability, but if you decide that it is the right thing for you, GET OFF THE FENCE and find your dream home. If you are looking in Bozeman, call, or visit our website to start looking.
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Foreclosures and Negotiations Raise your hand if you think we are in a buyers’ market….. Okay, I think most of you did, but what exactly does this mean? We see countless buyers through our office regularly. The consistent theme is that they are looking for a deal. “Show me the foreclosures, I know you can buy them for pennies on the dollar”. (I wish I could find the late night TV show that advertises this, because, for the most part, in our area, it is deceiving!) Let me first start with some of the pitfalls we saw for buyers during the sellers’ market: 1. Very few homes for sale, so limited choices 2. Had to decide whether to make an offer or not very quickly or home was gone 3. Very little negotiation in price 4. No room for negotiation in repairs So, it would stand to reason that in a buyers’ market, the opposite of these points should apply. However, there are limitations to degree of opposite! There are plenty of homes for sale, so you should have great options, but everyone is looking for a deal and everyone is looking at foreclosures, so you will need to make a decision relatively quickly when looking at these homes. The corporate entities that end up owning foreclosures get appraisals in advance of pricing homes, so they are fairly limited in their negotiations, and they sell them “as-is, where-is”, although there are occasional repairs made if it is necessary to obtain financing. It is often a surprise to home buyers’ that believe the can write a low offer to find the foreclosure seller is not quite as motivated as they have been led to believe. Buyers might consider looking at standard sales as well, there are plenty of anxious sellers that know they have to compete with foreclosures and short sales and may very well negotiate easier than the corporate entities. Standard sellers may also consider some repairs and you may end up feeling like you have struck a better deal on a home that has been loved and cared for. When you are ready to begin looking, discuss with your real estate agent what kind of home you are looking for. Then schedule showings on all of the homes that meet the criteria you have outlined, weigh the market where you are, and put an offer on the home that makes the most sense, regardless of whether or not it is a foreclosure or short sale. The end result may surprise you!
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It’s a Montana habit. Out of my four closest male friends, three chew. Out the fire crew I worked on, everyone, with the exception of myself, had a dip in regularly. Snuff. This is not an issue limited to MT. 
Dave Holt has come up with a counterbalance for the entrenched habit. It is snuff-like-stuff made from legume, honey, peppermint oil, cayenne pepper, and alfalfa! This alternative to smokeless tobacco was inspired by Holt’s own diagnosis with lymph gland cancer. After some hits and missing in the production phase, Holt’s business has now expanded to 70 distributors across five states. We are certainly hoping this creates new jobs in our area, but we are alos proud of a local citizen trying to make a difference locally and nationally! Next time someone close to you reaches for a can of dip think of trying something that is packed with protein and possible medical BENEFITS rather than the high possibility of medical ISSUES. We would also love to know if any of you have helpful hints that you have used for quiting. Sound off!! (http://www.worldsgreatestchew.com/) Bozeman Montana Real Estate.net cares for your health and well being.
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Life happens. Flood damage, snow damage, ect. If you are part of a Home Owner’s Association, who is it that pays the price of repair? 
Determine the cause of the damage or loss do weed out if there were neglectful parties involved (for then it is their maintenance issue). Be sure to document exact damage as soon as possible after the damage is done to give the most accurate estimates for repair requests. Take pictures. 
Review legal documents affiliated with your HOA bylaws. This may offer you easy guidance. Key words to focus on are “unit, common element, limited common element, maintenance responsibilities of owners, maintenance responsibilities of home owners association, insurance responsibilities, and enforcement procedures” (www.realtytimes.com)
 Inform you HOA so they know what is going on. Generally, owners are responsible for things within the boundaries of their unit and HOA takes care of shared or common spaces. But note: maintaining a component does not imply that repair is included if that component fails. In the instance of owner negligence, the owner is always responsible. Your HOA policies should be consistent and very clear. This is for your protection as well as theirs. If you have questions, step up and ask!
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| Address: 3092 Lily Type: Residential Style: Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Garage: Double Size: 1,694 sq. ft.Lot Type: Rectangular Lot Size: 7858sq. ft. Year Built: 2003 Taxes: $2,799.16 MLS®: 179716 |
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| Outstanding price on this one owner home in Harvest Creek. Gorgeous home with 3 beds/2 baths all on one level plus a large bonus room upstairs. 1694 SF. Finishes are deluxe in the price range with 9 foot ceilings throughout . This is a very cute house and priced to sell. Manicured lawn with mature trees,private fenced back yard. Do call soon - this one won't be around for long! Short Sale |
| | | | Interior Features| â–ª Carpeted Floors | â–ª Window Covers | |
| Sewer/Water Systems | | Roof | Lot Features| â–ª Deck | â–ª Fenced | â–ª Front Porch | | â–ª Garden Area | â–ª Landscaped | â–ª Lawn |
| Appliances| â–ª Dishwasher | â–ª Oven Range | â–ª Refrigerator |
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Reba McEntire in Bozeman,MT!
Thats right folks! Reba McEntire is coming to Bozeman, Montana. The Brick Breeden Fieldhouse will be hosting the show on October 20, 2011. Now, for those of you that have seen her in larger venues, imagine the intimate setting here! 
We are looking forward to sharing our beautiful town, and getting a fantastic show. Thanks for making us a stop on your tour…. 
If your coming to town for this show, and want to look at real estate while you’re here, please call or email in advance and I can help you do that!
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Three Forks, Montana Sacajawea Inn  Looking for a great place to get away? A quaint, bustling, western town filled with friendly folks, golf, fishing, outdoor activities, great music, all set in a warm and inviting atmosphere awaits you.
Dean and Hope Folkvord have long been active in our small community, they grew a farming industry from just growing grain into a thriving business that delivers wheat products across the country and employ a huge number of our residents here in Three Forks at Wheat Montana (that’s a whole different story!). It was a  bit of a surprise to most of us, that when the Sacajawea Inn became available, they dove “in”. It has been a historic part of Three Forks, Montana nearly a century now, but had been neglected for many of the past years. After the purchase, Folkvords’ spent the next year renovating every portion of the great hotel. They have painstakingly restored the setting as closely to the original splendor as possible and have created a wonderfully unique blend of modern amenities where you still feel as though you have stepped back a bit in time. Come enjoy the warm front deck for an afternoon of music, or a bicycle ride on the paved trail, maybe a round of golf is more your style, or an evening of dining and dancing. Whatever your pleasure, the Sacajawea Inn will not disappoint, nor will Three Forks, Montana! Then, if you decide you might like to stay permanently, call, I'm happy to help show you homes for sale in the Three Forks area.
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What to do in Three Forks, Montana??
We are a small town. I moved here from the hustle and bustle of Bozeman (yes, I  do think 100,000 folks is a big city) to find a little more relaxed environment, but I did not move here to let the weeds grow between my toes! I do still enjoy activities, even if I don’t want to drive the 35 miles to Bozeman to find it. So what is there to do here? Check it out:
Montana Annual Horse Round Up. They still transport their entire herd of horses the old fashioned way! Driving them from winter pastures to summer pastures through the middle of town! It is always a site to behold, and 2012 may be the last year to participate, come join us May 3-6! Three Forks High School Rodeo, usually held near the end of April. Always fun to cheer on the younger cowboys and cowgirls and get involved with the local talent! Headwaters Country Jam. This year, the 28th, 29th, and 30th, of June. This is a weekend of country headliners! You can expect names like Luke Bryan, Montana Rose, Blackhawk, and Charlie Daniels to show up in our sleepy little town. Three Forks Rodeo. This is NRA action. The third weekend in July the entire town puts on a show. Street dances with live bands, parade, and lots of bucking, riding action for entertainment. Rockin the Rivers. Near the 2nd week of August, this is another weekend of rocking entertainment, just a different variety of music. Pat Benatar, Creedance Clearwater, and Led Zepplin have all graced our small town with their presence. You can see the campgrounds from miles away! Three Forks Christmas Stroll. We enjoy smores and lights with our friends and families on Main Street.
 If the social activities don't get you, we are Three Forks, where 3 rivers merge to create the great Missouri River, so no shortage of fishing, hiking, or floating. Lewis and Clark Caverns are here for exploring! And miles of hiking, camp sites, and wide open spaces. If Three Forks, Montana sounds like someplace you might like to visit, come on down and see us. If you think you might want to stay longer, call, I’m happy to help find your piece of Three Forks!
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SELLING LAND:
1. Preparation: Staging land is much like staging a home. Having a clean slate for potential buyers to see boundless potential helps. Spend one day doing controlled burns on some of the deadfall that can litter forested grounds. Trim trees so that healthy new growth can be seen. Clear the best views and emphasize them. 2. Get Ready To Answer Questions: Land is a less tangible showing than a house and because of that—there is no room for vague answers for perspective buyers. Know the in’s and out’s of a piece of land. Get it surveyed so buyers can see the boundaries. Know the depth of the wells, the nearest commodities, the nitty gritty details. Your knowledge will be taken as confidence and that sweetens every deal. 3. Know the market and who will be looking for the type of land you are selling. Not all land is the same. Some is for views. Some for utilitarian purposes. Some as a resort home building spot. .Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/596008
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I am back in picturesque Montana after spending a year doing an NSE exchange to St. Mary’s Honors College.   
There are many reasons why I left my home state, but there are even more as to why I returned. In southern Maryland there was beauty, mild weather, and great people. When I stepped off the plane back in Missoula, I realized the only reason I could make those observations about MD was because I came from the ideal place of beauty, extreme weather, and GREAT Montanans. This is HOME. Further confirming my deep joy of being home, I went to Yellowstone with my family this past weekend. Here is a glimpse of what I experienced…     This is a simple post, but I ask you to just take a moment to look around and witness the miracle you live in.Montana is a blessed placed. Written by: Brittney Dahlberg: Bozeman Montana Real Estate.net Relations/Marketing Mngr.
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FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS! HOMEBUYER EDUCATION Are you asking yourself the question IS IT THE RIGHT TIME FOR ME TO PURCHASE MY FIRST HOME? In order to help make such a big decision one should know what the benefits of home ownership are, how lenders decide to make loans, and if your finances are in line with what you want to purchase. There is a 9 hour homeownership educational course instructed by a (HUD-Approved) expert of the field with the sole goal of helping you to better understand the terrain you are about to wonder into. Topics discussed include: 1. What the Advantages and Disadvantages are of Homeownership 2. Assessing Homeownership Readiness 3. Understanding Credit 4. Managing Finances 5. The Mortgage Process And MANY MORE… This is an open course-free of charge (refundable deposit), but space is limited. PLEASE, educate yourself so you are as prepared as can be in the navigation of your first home purchase. I teach on November 15th! Call Me 406-209-0022 or THE ROAD to HOME COUNSELORS 406-587-4486.
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Veterans have an opportunity to save! The VA has reduced funding fees allowing Veterans to spend less on purchasing or refinancing their home. HR 1383: Restoring GI Bill Fairness Act of 2011 Effective Oct 1st, the Funding Fee on Veteran home loans will be lowered as follows: 1. First time users of their HR entitlement will have priority seeing a drop from 2.15% to 1.4%. 2. Subsequent users will see a drop from 3.3% to 2.8% with further reductions from 2.15%-1.25% in 2012/13. 3. Veterans making 10%-5% down payments will see their funding fees drop as low as half a percent. 4. National Guard and Reservists will have a varied decrease. What makes this intriguing? FHA and USDA charge monthly fees on top of the money collected upfront. This reduction in funding fees aims to significantly save money for returning service members. It is a fish and bait tactic to use the already very low mortgage rates in addition to the HR 1383 to draw out Vets who have been wishing and waiting to buy. Bozeman Montana Real Esate.net can help you take the next step and buy a home! http://www.realestatemuse.com/mortgage-loans/va-funding-fee-is-dropping-october-1-2011/
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The internet is a powerful marketing tool. In one scenario a former CEO of ForSalebyOwner.com self listed his 2,000 sq. ft. New York Condo through his own personal classified and FSBO sites. After six months to no avail, he decided to hire a New York broker who advised a price change, attracting multiple offers, and closing for $150,000 OVER the original asking price! The listing sold for $2.15 million. The internet is a powerful marketing tool. So what is the modern role of a realtor? Stories like the above testament validate the challenges and struggles realtors go throw behind the scenes. Realtors are experts at buying and selling residential and/or commercial properties, land, and second homes. They orchestrate appraisals, analyze market conditions, and play therapist as agents negotiate the real estate world. “The ForSaleByOwner.com founder’s dilemma is one we see quite often and is not unusual. Trying to sell your own property yourself or using a discount brokerage, is not the solution for everyone. Unusual properties, properties in the higher price range, these are more difficult to sell and often require specialization.” We are specialists. We are professionals. We are the most powerful marketing tool
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Bozeman Montana Market Update The below graphs show some marked improvements for our real estate market locally! The number of homes sold in the second quarter have nearly doubled, and the sales prices are creeping upward. This coupled with the phenomenal interest rates makes this an opportune time to consider your new home purchase. August, the first month of the third quarter, sets precedent for an outstanding third quarter! This month alone we have sold 67 homes with only 79 average days on the market.
If you are considering placing your home on the market, this is one of the best climates in the last 2 years to do so. And, if you are considering a purchase, it might be the perfect storm. Call our office for help with either and let us help you make the best decisions you can for your personal situation. Homes on less than 1 acre |
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| | | # of Homes Sold | 98 | 188 | | | Days on the Market | 126 | 82 | | | % of Asking Price | 96% | 97% | | | Average Sales Price | $212,136 | $215,913 | | |
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| | | # of Homes Sold | 27 | 32 | | | Days on the Market | 179 | 106 | | | % of Asking Price | 92% | 96% | | | Average Sales Price | $464,511 | $383,500 | | |
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