http://coldwellbankerbozeman.com/blog/archive_201908/sort_entrydatetime-desc/ Summer home, year round living, bed & breakfast, vacation rental or office? This southside property is zoned commercial & residential.  South 5th street is located in the Historic District of Livingston, Montana & only 3 blocks from Main Street. Property highlights: Welcoming foyer & a large open living room complete with 12 foot ceiling, a cozy fireplace sitting area & dining room complete with original hardwood floors and turn of the century charm! 3 bedrooms upstairs with a beautifully renovated full bath. The siding, roof and front wrap round porch exterior have been completely replaced/restored. The entire home has been incredibly well maintained & ready for another 100 years! The unfinished basement has easy outside access & tons of storage. The 5,000 SF lot has a finished studio/shop space with alley access but could also be converted back into a garage or renovated into a GUEST HOUSE.Want to know more? Click here for all the details! http://coldwellbankerbozeman.com/blog/7082/featured-property/ Fri, 30 Aug 2019 10:15:59 -0700 If you have ever met me, then you know I have a naturally happy disposition and strive to be a positive influence in others’ lives.  Along with this tenacity, I have a strong background in hospitality and customer care.  Having worked in the service industry for 10 years, I have learned what it takes to provide excellent service in all aspects of the word such as attentiveness, reliability, and professionalism.  These skills go hand-in-hand within the world of real estate. After living in Bozeman for nearly 15 years, I graduated from Montana State University in 2017 with a degree in Business Management and Entrepreneurship.  I worked for Tamara Williams & Company Real Estate as the Marketing and Administrative Assistant for one year.  Wanting to advance my career, I earned my Real Estate license and went on to work as an agent for Keller Williams Montana Realty. Almost a year and a half later, I joined Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties.  I am excited to be a part of this team and look forward to continuing to grow my business with the support of an outstanding team and incredible resources.. My Promise as a REALTOR®As one of the many agents in the Real Estate industry, I strive to stand out by bringing a genuine nature and strong work ethic back to the real estate industry.  My clients are led step-by-step through the seemingly overwhelming process of buying or selling property.  I pride myself in offering a very meticulous and proactive real estate service. You pay your agent well, make sure they go above and beyond to earn it! http://coldwellbankerbozeman.com/blog/7079/please-help-us-welcome-halle-durnal-to-our-coldwell-banker-family!/ Tue, 27 Aug 2019 03:30:28 -0700 Guest post by Angie EricksonAs we welcome cooler temperatures and colorful foliage, many homeowners might be tempted to pack up the outdoor furniture for the year. Not so fast, we say. Extend the life of your porch or patio by transforming your favorite summer spot into a cozy retreat that’s perfect for enjoying autumn nights outdoors.Keep It CozyWhen the temperatures begin to drop, consider putting away the umbrella for the season. You’ll not only invite more sunlight to your space during the day, but you’ll also clear the view for stargazing during alfresco dinner parties. To bring more warmth to the area once the sun sets, circle a few outdoor chairs around a firepit. Make sure you keep the sparks at bay by picking a fireplace with a mesh lid.To make things even cozier, layer on comfort with outdoor pillows. Swap out summer’s tropical hues for classic fall colors. Orange, wine and dark green instantly make the space feel autumn-ready. Make sure to complement the pillows with plenty of soft throw blankets. Chunky, knit options are ideal for snuggling up on the outdoor sofa on chilly nights. If you’re entertaining a large crowd, consider bringing a sharable-sized quilt outside.Get Creative with LightingAs the sun starts setting earlier and earlier, it’s important to have enough light on your porch for dark nights. A simple porch light does the trick, but creative lighting is a great way to add ambiance to your space. For instance, outdoor string lights bring an enchanting look to the porch or patio. For a soft glow around the perimeter of your yard, wrap a few long strings of white lights around the trees, shrubs or fence posts. Shorter ones are a gorgeous addition to the tabletop. Simply place them over your runner with an autumn leaf garland for ambient lighting during moonlit meals.If you need more lighting, nothing creates a more romantic glow than candlelight. To give your outdoor table a fall feel, opt for pillar candles in seasonal colors—orange, red and ivory candles in clear glass holders play up the colors of changing leaves. To diffuse the light, go for white candles in textured glass or metal hurricanes. Lanterns look lovely scattered around the porch. Fill a few with birch candles and others with fall botanicals such as pinecones and acorns.Looking for something unexpected? Try decoratively carved pumpkins. While the quintessential smiling jack-o’-lantern works well in October, other designs can add ambiance to the porch beyond Halloween. Carve the shapes of acorns, autumn leaves or abstract patterns into gourds, and place a tea light inside of them to show off your handiwork. The fun doesn’t stop with the carving. Rather than tossing the seeds, roast them on a baking sheet and season with salt, pepper or cinnamon for a delicious treat.Indulge in Fall FlavorsTo take the bite off of chilly fall breezes, warm up with hot drinks. Hot apple cider is a fall favorite. Make your own with fresh apples from your local orchard, and simmer in a stockpot with sugar and spices. Serve in glass mugs, garnish with a cinnamon stick and add your choice of liquor if desired. If you’re short on time, simply keep bottles of hard cider and ice in a beverage tub, and provide pint glasses. For kid-friendly beverages on family night, serve hot chocolate in ceramic mugs by the firepit.For dinner, make the most out of the grill before winter sets in. Tailgate with hot dogs and burgers for casual meals during football season. If you want a more formal dinner party, grill steak or salmon accompanied by hearty sides made with seasonal ingredients such as squash or sweet potatoes. Plate on leaf-decorated or autumn-toned dishes that coordinate with your outdoor decor.For dessert, make things more interactive with a build-your-own caramel apple station. Provide bowls of warm caramel or chocolate for coating, with plates of chopped nuts and candy for easy rolling. If you’re hosting a bonfire, s’mores are a must. Provide skewers alongside serving bowls full of large marshmallows, and let your guests roast their own. As a twist on the classic, consider setting out cookies as an alternative to graham crackers.With just a few changes to your porch, you can continue to entertain outdoors well into autumn. Think about inviting everyone to the backyard for a Halloween party, post-football game dinner or a weekend bonfire before winter arrives. Angie Erickson writes inspirational content for Crate and Barrel. She shares entertaining and interior design advice on lifestyle blogs.  http://coldwellbankerbozeman.com/blog/7075/autumn-nights-outdoors:-how-to-enjoy-your-outdoor-space-in-the-fall/ Mon, 26 Aug 2019 10:49:42 -0700 Whether you are breathing a sigh of relief or scrambling to get ready, back-to-school season requires a little bit of planning.  If you haven't gotten school supplies yet, there's still time!  We've rounded up all the school supply requirements in the Bozeman and Belgrade area in one convenient place to make things a little easier.  Click on your school below to download the lists!Bozeman Area Chief Joseph Supply ListEmily Dickinson Supply ListHawthorne Supply ListHyalite Supply ListIrving Supply ListLongfellow School Supply ListMeadowlark School Supply ListMorning Star Supply ListSacajawea Supply ListWhittier Supply ListBelgrade AreaHeck-Quaw Supply ListBelgrade Middle School Supply ListSaddle Peak Supply ListRidge View Supply ListHow do you get your family ready to go back to school? Let us know in the comments! http://coldwellbankerbozeman.com/blog/7067/back-to-school-in-bozeman/ Tue, 20 Aug 2019 03:10:43 -0700 Summer home, year round living, bed & breakfast, vacation rental or office? This southside property is zoned commercial & residential.  South 5th street is located in the Historic District of Livingston, Montana & only 3 blocks from Main Street. Property highlights: Welcoming foyer & a large open living room complete with 12 foot ceiling, a cozy fireplace sitting area & dining room complete with original hardwood floors and turn of the century charm! 3 bedrooms upstairs with a beautifully renovated full bath. The siding, roof and front wrap round porch exterior have been completely replaced/restored. The entire home has been incredibly well maintained & ready for another 100 years! The unfinished basement has easy outside access & tons of storage. The 5,000 SF lot has a finished studio/shop space with alley access but could also be converted back into a garage or renovated into a GUEST HOUSE.Want to know more? Click here for all the details! http://coldwellbankerbozeman.com/blog/7066/featured-property/ Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:50:57 -0700