Bozeman, MT - Buying a Home

How Much Does a Buyer's Realtor Cost?

There is a lot to consider when buying a home. One thing you don't have to consider is what to pay your Buyer's Agent. There is no cost to a buyer!

Here are some topics to consider when buying a home: 

• We heavily encourage our Buyers to get pre-qualified and work with a local lender.
• What type of checklist do I need to complete in order to start the pre-qualification process? 
• What questions should you ask a lender? 
• Is winter a good time to buy?
  
  

Norton Ranch Homes For Sale

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For Your Protection - Get a Home Inspection

We've all heard this line before, but when it comes to home inspections, who you chose is no laughing matter.

We are here to help make it simple with this list of a few home inspectors our past clients have used to help give them peace of mind when purchasing their new home. 

Brainerd Home Inspection Service
419 Old Clyde Park Rd.
Livingston, MT  59047
Office: 406-223-0134
Fax: 406-222-3769
Home: 406-222-8273
www.brainerdhomeinspection.com 

RedPoint LLC
Office: 406-224-0244
Email: james@redpointmontana.com
www.redpointmontana.com

BBI Inspection Inc. 
PO Box 11374
Bozeman, MT 59719
Office: 406-582-7592
Fax: 406-522-1103
Cell: 406-570-4862
Email: darren@bbiinspection.com
www.bbiinspection.com

What is a Home Inspection?

A home inspection is a…

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Realtors Can't Count - How to Consider Legal Bedroom Counts

Have you seen mis-represented information published on real estate websites and wondered...how does this happen? 

I did this video because I want to convey how important it is to understand what kind of property you are buying and Who You Work With Matters. We have been running into the problem that while we are all busy, some agents are proving to be too busy to exercise their due diligence listing correct and accurate information about a property. For example, a property that is a 3 bedroom property with a guest apartment (in the MLS) should reflect just that. In this situation, the Agent mis-represented the property to have 5 bedrooms. There was no 5th bedroom anywhere on that property. The Agent admitted that was incorrectly inputted into the…

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Need a team of hustlers? Real Estate Market Update - Bozeman Montana

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What you NEED to know as a First Time Homebuyer

Are you looking to buy a home in Bozeman, Montana? 

This video covers some hot topics even if you are not a first time homebuyer. Tamara Williams and Graver Johnson with Cornerstone Home Lending are covering home buying and buying in a hot market. Before you start searching for homes on the internet, tune into this video! 

Topics discussed in the video above:

• Pre-qualification and pre-approval
• What is the 2-2-2 rule? 
• Appraiser timeline - how quick can you close on a property? 
• What is entailed when making an offer? 
• Home Inspection and how long it takes to schedule an inspection 
• What is involved with closing a home? 
• First time homebuyer loan programs 
• What is an express closing? 
• Is Zillow reliable? Do they…

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Mortgage Pre-Qualification Process - First Step to Home Buying

Being prequalified by a mortgage lender lets you know how much you can borrow. Should you get pre-qualified before you shop for properties? Short answer is YES! 

What if you have bad credit? What if you qualify for way less than you expected? Finding out these potential hurdles BEFORE you put a property under contract could save you thousands of dollars and most importantly, your time. We commonly have this conversation with our buyers to ensure they have a great lender they're working with and have their finances in order. 

Getting pre-qualified doesn't require a commitment from you or the bank. When you get prequalified, you can request a letter stating how much you may be able to borrow, based on the information you provided. You can give this…

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Horse Communities and Horse Boarding Around Bozeman

It goes without saying that almost every horse owner dreams of owning property where he or she can have their horses in residence.  Horse care is an ever present need, and whether you board your horse currently at a higher end facility or a budget-conscious free-range facility with adequate water, pasture and shelter, nothing meets or surpasses the care you would give your own horses if you just had the right piece of property. 

For some, the thought of having a horse property is beyond comprehension.  Having more than ONE horse is beyond comprehension.  Then have two kids in activities, a spouse really likes riding the horse they have at a boarding facility, and though the kids are wanting their own horses, money is tight.  But the truth is,…

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The Crossing Subdivision - Bozeman neighborhood

Live near the 100 Acre Park (Gallatin Regional Park) and Dinosaur Park

This is a new construction Bozeman subdivision that began development in 2014. This beautiful community is located off of Baxter Lane and sits north of the Gallatin County Regional 100 Acre Park. Those who move to this subdivision love the close proximity to parks, trails, shopping and more!

Nearby Schools:

• Chief Joseph Middle School
• Bozeman Montessori
• Willson Preschool
• Meadowlark Elementary School
• Heritage Christian School
• Petra Academy 
• Bozeman Summit School

Nearby Parks and Trail Systems:

• Gallatin County Regional 100 Acre Park (includes Dinosaur Park and 13 acre dog park)
• Oak Springs Park
• Rose Park
• Baxter Meadows Park
• Baxter…

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Homes Sales Expected to Increase in 2018

Are you weighing the odds whether to buy now or wait?



Everyone's situation is a little bit different. If you are looking for certain areas or debating a certain price point, give us a call. We would be happy to help weigh the pro's and con's and provide insight on the Bozeman real estate market more importantly! 

Call / Text Tamara Williams at (406) 223-6823 or email Tamara@BuyBozemanHomes.com

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Your Guide to VA Loans - Can and Cannots

VA LOANS AND WHAT FEES SHOULD YOU KNOW ABOUT

There are great options when it comes to being a Veteran and homebuyer. To save a copy, right click on this image to print the flyer or simply email Info@BuyBozemanHomes.com.

If you have any questions what YOU could specifically qualify for, please contact Cornerstone - The Shannon Graver Team at TeamSG@houseloan.com or call the office line at 406-551-4016 for personalized assistance. 

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