Listing During the Holidays Vs. Waiting Until January

Not sure when to list? Check out the below reasons that might help guide you one way or another... 

1. Less Competition - Fewer houses to choose from during the holidays means your property would have less competition. Less competition = more money 

2.  We can decide on showing times up front - Showings can be restricted to when you want your home to be shown. Marketing specified showing times is easy and simple to communicate up front. 

3. Holiday decorations could help you! - Houses “show better” when tastefully decorated for the holidays with the wonderful lights and festive colors associated with the season.

4. Feeling that Holiday Spirit - Buyers are more emotional during the holidays and often base their decision on the warmth and good feelings…

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Bozeman's 38th Annual Christmas Stroll

Tomorrow afternoon, December 1st, Bozeman's annual 38th Christmas stroll will kick-off the holiday season. Head down to downtown Bozeman between 4:30-7:30 PM for food, activities, and fun!

"Bring the whole family to ride on the hay wagons, get your picture taken with Santa Claus, watch the lighting ceremony of the downtown decorations, check out the gingerbread house contest display, sing Christmas carols, grab a bite to eat from one of over 40 non-profit food vendors or do some Christmas gift shopping." Follow the link below for a full list of activities, sponsors, and more. 

For more information, CLICK HERE.
*All information provided by the Downtown Bozeman Association*

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JUST SOLD - 120 Cedar Shade Lane - Northstar Subdivision

Your Home Could be Next

This month (November 2018), WE JUST SOLD 120 Cedar Shade Lane, Bozeman located in the North Star Subdivision in Four Corners. Do you live in one of the following nearby neighborhoods? Even if you live within a few miles of this property, please inquire for a complimentary, no obligation Sales Valuation for your home. Determine what your home can be sold for! It's simple, all we need is your address! 

North Star Subdivision
Elk Grove Subdivision
Gallatin Heights Subdivision

So How Did We Do It?

• Did a courtesy walkthrough and encouraged seller to do in-house staging and offered declutter strategies 
• Ordered professional photography 
• Implemented a multi-faceted marketing approach
• Hosted two Open Houses to…

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PENDED - 76 Cottonwood Road - Valley West Subdivision

Brand New Townhome Under Contract! 

76 Cottonwood Road, Bozeman MT
List Price: $415,000 | MLS # 326285

Brand New! 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,014 SF townhome. Main level master suite with walk-in closet and floor to ceiling tile shower. 2 car detached garage, open concept floor plan, 2nd living room, quarts counter tops, gas stove, and more. 

So How Did We Do It?

• Listed the property while the property was still under construction to yield continued interest 
• Marketed to other Brokers & Realtors
• Provided personal updates with construction progress to agents who showed the property 
• Marketed key features of the location and nearby amenities 
• Coordinated closely with the builder and subs to keep the project moving 
• Vigorously marketed…

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JUST LISTED - 84 Cottonwood, Bozeman - Valley West Subdivision

We just listed this brand new 3 bed 2.5 bath townhome with a 2 car garage and over 2,000 Sq Ft of living space!

84 Cottonwood Road, Bozeman, Montana
List Price: $415,000 | MLS # 328827

Features Include:

• Main level master suite with a walk-in closet and floor to ceiling tile shower
• 3 bed, 2.5 bath, and TWO living rooms
• Open concept, modern cabinets, quartz countertops, Whirlpool S/S appliances – gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and disposal
• 2 car detached garage, 4,956 sq ft lot, with opportunity to do fencing (must be approved by HOA)
• Upstairs features a SECOND living room, 2 large bedrooms, and full bathroom
• Valley West is near Meadowlark Elementary, two private schools, Ferguson Farms' restaurant Sidewinders, Red Chair…

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Why Rent When You Can Own?

Are you thinking of home ownership?

Are you tired of renting?  Are you wanting to live by your own rules, rather than some strangers? Are you tired of being told you can't have a dog? Are you tired of your landlord telling you they are coming to do a walk through, or you have to move because your landlord is selling? 

It doesn't really matter what your "Why Buy" reason. Now is a great time to get out of your rental and into your own home.

We know the thought of homebuying can be stressful, but we are here to help make the process easier and to answer any questions you may have including:

• How do I get pre-qualified?
• How much home can I afford?
• How long does it take to close on a home?
• What is the home buying process like?
• How much is a Buyer's…

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2018 Southwest Montana Snapshot Resident's Guide - Online Magazine

Bozeman, Montana Resident's guide to living here from school, park, health resource information and so much more. Check out this year's 2018 magazine published by The Bozeman Daily Chronicle. 

HIGHLIGHTS to this magazine: 
Bozeman Schools: Page 12
Bozeman Parks: Page 16-18
Health Resources: Page 28

To view prior Snapshot Southwest Resident's Guide magazines, click here.

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Local Real Estate Market Update - October 2018

REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

• The Median Sales Price for Single Family homes in Bozeman has seen a $56,000 increase September 2018 compared to September 2017.  
• Year to Date, we are looking at an AVERAGE sales price of $476,753.
• There has been a 10% increase year to date of sold properties in Bozeman. 
• Lastly, this statistic is always interesting. Percent of homes sold at or above list price came in at 99.3% year to date. 

Source: Big Sky Country MLS

If you are curious what this will mean for you (as a buyer or seller), please don't hesitate to reach out. You can reach Broker, Tamara Williams at (406) 223-6823.

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PENDED - 1124 Longbow Ln #1E - Laurel Glen Subdivision

Under Contract in 22 Days!

1124 Longbow Ln #1E, Bozeman MT
List Price: $220,000 | MLS # 327207

Move in ready! 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,300+ SF condo. Great natural light floods the living room. Enjoy the beautiful mountain views from the living room and balcony. Neutral paint throughout. True master suite with en suite. 1 car detached garage is within close proximity to the unit. Condo is on the 2nd level.

So How Did We Do It?

• We priced the home RIGHT (Overpricing a home can often yield to LONGER days on market and possibly even not even being able to sell the home at all!) 
• We ordered professional photography 
• Worked with the seller to ensure the home was clean, tidy, and decluttered (First impressions are HUGE when it comes to…

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JUST LISTED - The Crossing - 3686 Tschache Lane on Bozeman's 100 Acre Park

We just listed this recently completed contemporary 5 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,647 SF, 3 car tandem garage on a 1/3 of an acre (13,955 sq ft)! 

3686 Tschache Lane, Bozeman, Montana
List Price: $650,000 | MLS # 328668

Features Include:

• Exceptional views overlooking the 100 Acre Park.
• Stunning hardwood floors, an extensive custom metal railing system, vaulted ceilings, modern white trim, and a luxurious open layout.
• Main level master encompasses dual vanities, his and her closets, a floor to ceiling walk in tile shower, stand alone soaker tub, and stunning tile work.
• Main living area, wth floor to ceiling custom metal fire place, LOTS of natural sunlight, beautiful Alder cabinets, quartz counters, an impressive pantry with ample cabinet…

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