Bozeman Area Happenings
Buying a Home Is Still Affordable
Posted by Cassidy Jimerson on June 07, 2021 in
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The last year has put emphasis on the importance of one’s home. As a result, some renters are making the jump into homeownership while some homeowners are re-evaluating their current house and considering a move to one that better fits their current lifestyle. Understanding how housing affordability works and the main market factors that impact it may help those who are ready to buy a home narrow down the optimal window of time in which to make a purchase.
There are three main factors that go into determining... read more
How Misunderstandings About Affordability Could Cost You
Posted by Cassidy Jimerson on June 07, 2021 in
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There’s a lot of discussion about affordability as home prices continue to appreciate rapidly. Even though the most recent index on affordability from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows homes are more affordable today than the historical average, some still have concerns about whether or not it’s truly affordable to buy a home right now.
When addressing this topic, there are various measures of affordability to consider. However, very few of the indexes compare the affordabi... read more
6 Reasons to Celebrate National Homeownership Month
Posted by Carrie Di Pilato on June 16, 2021 in
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Our homes are so much more than the houses we live in. For many, they’ve also become our workplaces, schools for our children, and safe harbors in which we’ve weathered the toughest moments of a global pandemic. Today, 65.6% of Americans call their homes their own, a rate that has risen to its highest point in 8 years.
As National Homeownership Month kicks off this June, homeowners have every reason to celebrate. A survey by Gallup just ranked real estate as the best investment&... read more
What’s Motivating People To Move Right Now?
Posted by Carrie Di Pilato on June 22, 2021 in
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This year, Americans are moving for a variety of reasons. The health crisis has truly reshaped our lifestyles and our needs. Spending so much more time in our current homes has driven many people to reconsider what homeownership means and what they find most valuable in their living spaces.
According to the 2020 Annual National Movers Study:
“For customers who cited COVID-19 as an influence on their move in 2020, the top reasons associated with COVID-19 were concerns for personal and family health and w... read more
Please help us Welcome Brady Ferriter to the Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties - Bozeman office!
Posted by Nicole Burgan on June 25, 2021 in
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As a Montana native, I recognize and value the trust my clients place in me and I strive every day to exceed their expectations. Prior to entering real estate, I traveled around the world as a flight attendant and worked as a hair stylist for 12 years. These experiences taught me the discipline it takes to build a successful real estate business in Montana. Outside of real estate, I take pride in giving back to the community and serve on several committees such as my favorite the Festival of Trees, raising money fo... read more
