What Should I Ask My Realtor Before I List My Home?

When you're selling a house, there are a lot of things to keep in mind, and you may have a significant number of questions - that's completely normal. We're here to help.

Even if it's not your first time selling a property, questions abound based on everything from the neighborhood and the current real estate market to any of the many processes around selling that may have changed since you approached this process before.

It's really in your best interests to have a professional, skilled real estate agent to bounce things off of and as an expert resource for those important questions that you have about everything that goes on between listing and the closing table.

Here are five questions to…

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The Unexpected Benefits of Downsizing Your Home

There’s a lot of reasons why families decide to downsize. It’s not only because of the pandemic. Financial, life change, and location are three key elements people decide to downsize.

When people downsize, they’re not sure what to expect. But getting used to a smaller home is easier when you notice the bonuses. People who have downsized have noticed these unexpected benefits:

    1. They save on furniture and general upkeep, which means less spending.
    2. A smaller home means less cleaning and maintenance.
    3. Less space means saving on heating, cooling, and other energy costs.
    4. Traveling is easier since a smaller home is easy to take care of in their absence.
    5. They discover new organizing systems and processes to keep things in order.

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Best Happy Hour Spots in Bozeman, Montana

Best Happy Hour in Bozeman

DEVILS TOBOGGAN

Happy Hour 4 pm - 6 pm Daily

Located on the second floor of a restored factory in the historic Cannery District, Devil's Toboggan transports its riders to the golden age of cocktails. Experience the nostalgia in a relaxed, well-appointed speakeasy providing exquisitely crafted cocktails, and delightful international fare.

PLONK

Every day from 3 pm - 5 pm & 10:30 pm - Midnight

Plonk offers its clientele a stunning venue in which to congregate amongst friends, family, or business associates. They provide attentive yet relaxed service to their patrons whether they are stopping in for a quick cocktail after work, or settling into a nine course meal.

OPEN RANGE

Thursday -…

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Sell your home by 2022

With only a few months left in the year, there is no better time than now to meet a few of your 2021 goals before 2022 begins.

If one of them includes selling your home, then you’ve come to the right place. Selling your home in a brief time can seem overwhelming, especially when you're juggling many other responsibilities in your life. After all, it involves clearing out and staging your home, gathering necessary paperwork, and getting your home ready to show for potential buyers.

Hiring a professional, a real estate agent, will help you do all of that and keep you in high spirits during the process.

Keep reading to learn the critical steps to getting your home ready for sale!

1. Decluttering and Staging

The first (and biggest) step to…

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Sold downtown bozeman510 W Koch St, Bozeman Mt is a charming 1 bed, 1 bath bungalow with a 1 car attached garage. This home has space for your furry friend with a fully fenced-in backyard. This home has easy access to downtown amenities, a short distance from MSU and Cooper Park! This home features optimal storage space, a gas wall heater to supplement the electric baseboard. With all the charm, this spot is the perfect cozy space to call home! 

Ashley worked alongside her clients to ensure their needs were met. "Ashley’s positive, knowledgeable approach to real estate transactions is a compelling asset.  She’s deeply connected to the community which served me well when it came to representing and marketing my property and during inspection negotiations.  She is creative,…

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Statistics from Big Sky Country MLS for September 2021 have been released! So let's compare it to September 2020 -

September Market Update

  • Average Sales Price for Single Family Homes has gone up 33%, vs Condo/Townhomes in Bozeman which have increased to 73% from September 2020 to September 2021. 
  • Closed Sales have begun to decrease for Single Family Homes by 28%, whereas Condo/Townhomes have also decreased by 19% in the last year. 
  • Inventory of Single Family Homes for Sale has seen an increase of 26%, vs the Inventory for Condo/Townhomes for sale has also increased to 10%. 
  • The Percent of List Price Received for Single Family Homes has increased by 26% which is similar to Condo/Townhomes that have increased by 28%.

Source: Big Sky Country MLS

If you…

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WE JUST REDUCED THE PRICE ON THIS UPDATED HOME!

PRICE REDUCED

823 LOXLEY DRIVE BOZEMAN, MT
LIST PRICE: $725,000 | MLS: 362586

FEATURES INCLUDE:
•  From $759,000 to $725,000 • 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath  • 2 Car Attached Garage  • A/C Included  • 2,400+ sq ft home on an 8,400 + sq ft lot • Main level features new laminate floors, custom white cabinetry, stunning quartz counters, and custom lighting.  • Master suite located on the main level has a walk-in closet with custom shelving, double vanity, and shower.  • Kitchen features upgraded appliances, overlooks the dining room and vaulted living room, and captures the private fenced in the back yard • Upstairs you will find 3 oversized bedrooms and a full bathroom For more…

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#threeforks

Are you like me and moved to Bozeman not too long ago? Today I decided that a roadtrip to Three Forks was in order...Join me to learn more about this town!

Thirty miles from Bozeman you will find this historically considered birthplace of the Missouri River town, with a population of less than 5,000. This location means the area is a paradise for nature lovers, home to the Missouri Headwaters State Park offering opportunities for camping, hiking, and many other outdoor recreation activities like golfing. Today I took #278 exit the first thing I saw pulling into town was the Headwaters Public Golf Course which is one of the few golf courses that are open year-round. Then I noticed a historic railroad station called the Headwaters Heritage Museum…

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Two Reasons Why Waiting a Year To Buy Could Cost You

If you’re a renter with a desire to become a homeowner or a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, you may be hoping that waiting a year might mean better market conditions to purchase a home.

To determine if you should buy now or wait, you need to ask yourself two simple questions:

  1. What will home prices be like in 2022?
  2. Where will mortgage rates be by the end of 2022?

Let’s shed some light on the answers to both of these questions.

What will home prices be like in 2022?

Three major housing industry entities project continued home price appreciation for 2022. Here are their forecasts:

  • Freddie Mac: 5.3%
  • Fannie Mae: 5.1%
  • Mortgage Bankers Association: 8.4%

Using the average of the…

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Do I need a real estate lawyer

Hiring a real estate lawyer helps ensure that every step of the buying and selling process goes smoothly. Sure, you might not think you need one, but a lot could go wrong when transferring property ownership. For example, if you discover that a homeowner doesn't have the right to sell a property, you'll be glad you have a lawyer on your side.

Of course, some lawyers do their jobs better than others. We can help you choose a reliable, experienced attorney who fits your budget.

What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do?

A lawyer can perform several services to ensure property ownership transfers property from one party to another. Common tasks include:

  • Reviewing the property's history to determine whether the current owner actually owns the title…

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