Archive for the ‘Home Buying Tips’ Category
Things Nobody Tells You About Being a Property Agent
Here are some of the things you should know about being a property agent.... more
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Improvement
Here are the most common frequently asked questions about home improvement. ... 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
5 Ways Millennials Can Prepare for Home Buying
If buying a home is your goal, you can make it possible with the right preparation. Here are five tips that will get you ready to buy your dream home:... more
How to Find How Much Your House is Worth
Here are some ways to help you determine how much your house is worth.... 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
“Equitable Homes for All” Subject of Two Public Meetings
“In My Backyard: Equitable Homes for All” is a two-part series of free public meetings to explore: How do we finance housing to bring down the cost and where do we put it? ... more
Great Reasons For Getting a Home Loan
Getting the house of your dreams may just be at the tip of your fingertips.... 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
Why Should You Buy a Central Air Conditioner for Your Home?
There are dozens of benefits associated with adding air conditioning to your home. Here are just a few:... more
First Time Home Buyer in Montana: 5 Words of Wisdom
If you are buying a home in Montana, you will appreciate these pieces of advice. Welcome to this introduction for the first time home buyer in Montana.... more
Things You Should Know Before Selling Your Home
When preparing to sell a home, it is important that you know what to expect and prepare well.... more
Is it Possible to Pay Your Mortgage with a Credit Card?
By following the tips provided, paying for your mortgage using your credit card can reap you some juicy rewards while enabling you to make timely payments.... more
Buying a Home with Bad Credit: Pros and Cons of Every Option
It’s a sad truth that buying a house with a bad credit score is extremely difficult. ... 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
How a Realtor in Missoula Can Help Accurately Price Your Home
One of the most important components of selling a home is pricing it right. ... more
Montana Homestead Declaration – Why it’s Important for Homeowners
By ALLISA WINBERG - The state of Montana has a wonderful Homestead Exemption Act that is designed to protect the investment you have made in your home. Here are the details.... more
Smell Makes Cents
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - Realtors are gearing up for the busiest time of the year. Smell, believe it or not, plays a big role in the whole process.... more
I’m Not in Love with the Reverse Mortgage
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - What can you do to protect yourself, your parents, or others who may be considering a reverse mortgage?... more
I LOVETT! Music Plays Again in an Old Company Town
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -Lyle Lovett & His Large Band were the first show to take the stage at the new KettleHouse Amphitheatre in what was an amazing evening of entertainment.... more
February: LOVE Your House Month: Fire Safety
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -Take a little time to learn what YOU can do to keep your home warm and toasty, while keeping yourself and your family safe during these cold winter months.... more
Missoula is Our Home for the Holiday
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -Sit back and enjoy a little clip of scenes from in and around Missoula! Wishing you and yours a safe, wonderful and warm holiday season!... more
Growing Birds in the Garden City
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -Why did the chicken cross Missoula Ave? Perhaps to say hello to the new neighbors, Quail and Duck!... more
Nesting in the Zoo: Storing History in Milltown
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -Ask anyone in Bonner, West Riverside, or Milltown where they used to go buy groceries and more than likely you will hear a variety of responses: Milltown Market, Finky’s or Disbrow’s.... more
Nesting in the Zoo: Create a Great Learning Space
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -How do people create a productive learning environment at home? I'm convince it takes headspace, and physical space.... more
Trash Talk Missoula
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -On a bright Saturday morning, approximately 75 boaters, tubers, and divers met to talk trash! River trash that is. It was the 13th year of the annual Blackfoot River Cleanup.... more
Understanding Agency – Part III: Dual Agency
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN -The annual Missoula Marathon: one of the highlights of the year for many locals and visitors to our town!... more
Understanding Agency: Part II
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - Are you a fan of lists and sticky notes? I sure am! Even before getting into real estate, I was a “listing agent” in my own right!... more
Understanding Agency: Huddle Up with a Buyer’s Agent
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - Picture this: you are at the annual Brawl of the Wild with all your buddies who are die-hard Grizzly fans.... more
New Trails and Old Tales: That’s What Bonner is Made Of
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - As we eagerly await the Milltown State park to open, we continue to celebrate the accomplishment of the removal of the Milltown Dam.... more
Is Home Buying Really as Easy as HGTV?
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - I’m going to admit it right here on Make it Missoula. I have an addiction to HGTV. Especially the renovation shows.... more
MissouLUCKY!
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - (PHOTO GALLERY) I’m only a wee bit Irish, but I can tell you, I feel extremely lucky to call Missoula my home. Not just on St. Patrick’s Day, but 365 days of the year.... more
Building Tiny Houses With Big Dreams
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - Brian Daigle grew up building forts as a child, and now that pastime has turned into a successful and ever- growing company--Montana Tiny Homes.com.... more
MISSOULA-LA-LOVE (plus chocolate)
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - Missoula is like a box of chocolates. The neighborhoods may all be housed in our great city, but each area has its own unique taste, feel, and characteristic.... more
To Stay Put or Uproot? SPACE ODDITY
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - Space. It matters! So when it comes to buying, here are a few start up questions to begin defining the type of space your would like for your home.... more
Location, Location, Location!
By JENNIFER SLAYDEN - Location, location, location! Yes, the most overused phrase in Real Estate can seem as obnoxious as the Brady Bunch phrase, “Marsha, Marsha, Marsha!” ... more
Residential Water Conservation
Conserving water in your home is much easier than you think. By taking just a few simple steps, you can save water and decrease your water bill!... more
The Benefits of a Water Softener
Hard water can make you spend more on repairs, maintenance and energy. Did you know A water softener can improve your skin, make your clothes and appliances last longer, and soft water heats quicker.... more
Missoula Housing Market Continues Steady Recovery
By EVA DUNN-FROEBIG - Low inventory, higher interest rates and a harsh winter have contributed to fewer home sales and a higher median sold price in Missoula this year compared to last year.... more
When it Comes to Mortgages, What’s in a Team?
By TRINA MURPHY - It's college basketball time...and the parallels between basketball and the team work required to get a home mortgage are really quite uncanny. Here's why: ... more
When it Comes to Mortgages, Just Say NO to Acronyms
By TRINA MURPHY - APR, LOE, VOD, TILA, LTV… No wonder folks applying for a mortgage are dazed and confused. Who can blame them? OMG!!!... more
Holiday Safety Tips to Keep the Season Merry
By DIANE BECK - Holidays are a time of celebration and fun. However, they have the potential to be a time of increased accidents. Here are some safety tips to keep your holiday season merry.... more
Four Leaf Removal Tools that Clear Yards of Fall Debris
You only need a few essential leaf removal items in your landscape tool collection to accomplish your autumn goal — removing the heavy leaves that smother grass and make your lawn a splotchy mess in spring.... 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