The Story Behind the "M"

The "M" is 620 feet above the Missoula Valley floor. It is 125' feet long and 100' feet wide. University of Montana forestry students cut the switchbacks into the side of the hill in the early 1900's. The first "M" was assembled out of whitewashed rocks in 1909, and given a fresh coat of paint by freshmen every year, until 1968, when all those rocks were cemented together with concrete.

Photo by Nelson Kenter, kenterphotography.com

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Practical Tips on Choosing the Right Roofing Specialist for Your Home

In this comprehensive guide, we'll provide you with practical tips to ensure that you choose the right roofing specialist for your home.... more

9 Essentials For Your Luxury Home

A luxury home isn't simply a roof over your head; it's an abode that offers superior comfort, lavish amenities, and high-quality materials and finishes.... more

The Great Resignation Is Making Missoula a Top Relocation Destination

Thanks to The Great Resignation, Missoula is experiencing a surge in popularity as a relocation destination. Here's why:... more

Ways To Sell Your House In The Summer

Do you want to know what potential buyers look for when purchasing a home in the summer? Before you put your house up for sale, consider the points raised in this article.... more

What Type Of Fence Is Best For Home Value?

If you're someone who's looking forward to fueling your home value, then you should consider adding a fence to your property. Here's why: ... more

Are Mortgage Rates in Montana Going to Rise?

Are mortgage rates in Montana going to rise any time soon? We took a closer look at why they have been so low, and the direction they might be headed in here.... more

Wood Flooring to Decorate Your Home

Although wood flooring is more costly than laminate, it is much more durable, will last longer, and add value to your home. ... more

Driveway design: what you should know

First impressions count. When welcoming guests to your home, make sure you make the right impression with the perfect driveway design. ... more

Everything You Need To Know When Selling Or Buying Real Estate

To help everyone out there looking to succeed in the property market, here is everything you need to know when selling or buying real estate.... more

Having Your First Home Insured While It’s Being Constructed? Here Are Some Important Details To Keep In Mind

There are advantages to getting coverage for your new home, but make sure you know what is and isn't covered.... more

3 Reasons to Consider Basement Conversion

By converting your basement, you can look forward to a range of benefits including the chance to increase the value of your home.... more

The Most Important Questions to Ask Your Potential Homebuilder

It is important to ask questions regarding experience and the workforce before you engage a home builder. Here's why:... more

What To Consider When Choosing A Location For Your New Home

To know what you should consider when picking the best location for your new home, check out the following tips.... more

Missoula Development Officials Optimistic About New Housing Strategy, Report Positive First Results

The Environmental Protection Agency  had recently granted Missoula $1.2 million to clean up several unused properties in the city that they had acquired in recent years.... more

4 Important Tips to Help You Buy Your Dream Home

Once you’re financially able to buy your dream home, there are essential steps you should follow.... more

Seven ways to get a down payment for your first home

Here are some options for getting a downpayment for your first home. ... more

Home Renovations to Sell Your House Faster

Here is a list of affordable and straightforward renovations that you must consider for the home you are about to place on the market. ... more

7 Reasons To Install A Gas Fireplace in Your Home

If you're looking to install a fireplace in your home, there's a myriad of reasons why you should install a gas fireplace.... more

Every Home Needs Protection, Are You Protected?

The following are a few things every home need to feel protected. ... more

Tips for a More Serene Living Space

If you're looking to create a serene living space there are a few quick tips (reminders) you can follow to change the room entirely.... more

Why You Should Hire Professionals When Replacing Your Windows

Before you decide to do it yourself, consider looking over some points on why you should hire a contractor offering a professional service.... more

What are the Advantages of Buying Distressed Properties?

With the real estate market full of potential buyers and sellers, negotiating units with soaring prices, one would be lucky to find property at lower than market prices.... more

Flooring Styles That’ll Surely Be Still on Trend in 2020

You can transform your entire space with the help of our vision that sees into the future of the latest trends and presents to you the most popular types of flooring for 2020.... more

4 Essential Tips for a Successful House Renovation

Whether you are renovating a whole house from top to bottom or a couple of rooms to bring them up to a modern standard there are a few basic principles that you should follow,... more

How Yurt Housing differs from a Traditional Home

Yurt Living - an Alternative to Traditional Housing – and the Tiny House. Buying a home can be an expensive, lengthy process, and the rent for an apartment is looking increasingly more like mortgage... more

Why Land for Sale in Missoula is Your Ticket

With land for sale in Missoula and its best communities, now is the ideal time for you to start looking for your dream home here.... more

Roofing Replacement: Enhancing Protection and Beauty of Your Home

Your roof is not only a vital component of your home's structure but also a key element in providing protection and comfort to your family. Over time, roofs can deteriorate due to weather conditions, age, or we... more

Tips for Avoiding Rental Scams

A trend that has developed in the past several years is for these scammers, most often residing overseas, to skim rental property ads or vacant homes for sale and list them for rent at unbeatable prices. ... more

Renting vs Buying: What You Need to Know

The excitement and energy that Missoula’s University of Montana brings also comes with a tradeoff. As a community, we have far more renters than the national average, making the rental market even more compe... more

Water Damage: 8 Ways to Dry Out and Move On

Thanks to heavy snow pack and a wet spring, many of our Missoula neighbors have been dealing with water. While severe cases of flooding will most likely require professional assistance, homeowners can take step... more

Waters Rising in Western Montana

Every few years or so, it seems that Western Montana is in danger of flooding. Many homeowners combat this problem only when waters start to rise but do little to actually prevent the floods from happening or ... more

Protecting the Greatest Investment

Real estate transactions involve one of the biggest financial investments most people experience in their lifetimes. Considering the upside cost and the large downside risk, it would be foolish to consider a de... more

Missoula Seeing Spring Thaw in Real Estate!

While spending is still more responsible than it was prior to the crash, consumers are beginning to feel more confident in their financial security. Folks are shopping, and eating out, and even looking for upg... more

Putting Down Roots

Recently, some have suggested that home ownership is detrimental to families because it makes homeowners less mobile and hinders their ability to move for a new job. Not true.... more

Can You Feel the Buzz?

Perhaps it is the chill in the air, the sunshine, or the wrap up of holiday’s spent with families and loved ones, but members of the Missoula community are experiencing an unmistakable buzz in the air.... more