Bozeman Area Happenings
3 Trends That Are Good News for Today’s Homebuyers
By KCM Team
Posted by Inactive Shanna Shepherd on November 03, 2022 in
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While higher mortgage rates are creating affordability challenges for homebuyers this year, there is some good news for those people still looking to buy a home.
As the market has cooled this year, some of the intensity buyers faced during the peak frenzy of the pandemic has cooled too. Here are just a few trends that may benefit you when you go to buy a home today.
1. More Homes To Choose from
During the pandemic, housing supply hit a record low at the same time buyer demand skyrocketed. This c... read more
3 Things To Prioritize When Selling Your House
Posted by Cassidy Jimerson on June 01, 2021 in
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Today’s housing market is full of unprecedented opportunities. High buyer demand paired with record-low housing inventory is creating the ultimate sellers’ market, which means it’s a fantastic time to sell your house. However, that doesn’t mean sellers are guaranteed success no matter what. There are still some key things to know so you can avoid costly mistakes and win big when you make a move.
1. Price Your House Right
When inventory is low, like it is in the curre... read more
3 Things I Wish Someone Told Me as a First Time Home Buyer
Wondering if it may be time to buy your first home? Take a look at this before you get started.
Posted by Inactive-Krissy Stewart on March 12, 2019 in
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LINDSAY LISTANSKI
As I approach my four year “homeaversary” I decided to take a moment to reflect on all that I had on my mind as my husband and I prepared to make the biggest purchase of our lives. Here are some of the things I wish I had known sooner that I hope will help you, or someone you, know on their journey toward homeownership.
You Don’t Pay The Agent’s Commission as the Buyer
So many first time buyers wonder, “do you have to pay a real estate agent if you are buyin... read more
3 Tech Questions to Ask Before Buying a Smart Home
When you find the perfect smart home for you, consider these important questions.
Posted by Inactive-Krissy Stewart on January 21, 2019 in
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Guest post by Jon Snyder
Smart homes are all the rage these days and are quickly becoming a hot commodity. A recent survey found that 65 percent of buyers would pay extra for houses with smart features – that is, anything in the home that connects to the internet. Smart features include connected security systems, HVAC systems, lighting, thermostats, door locks, and eco-friendly appliances—all of which can be controlled remotely from your smartphone or tablet.
While smart homes offe... read more
3 Reasons We’re Definitely Not in a Housing Bubble
Posted by Cassidy Jimerson on February 24, 2021 in
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Home values appreciated by about ten percent in 2020, and they’re forecast to appreciate by about five percent this year. This has some voicing concern that we may be in another housing bubble like the one we experienced a little over a decade ago. Here are three reasons why this market is totally different.
1. This time, housing supply is extremely limited
The price of any market item is determined by supply and demand. If supply is high and demand is low, prices normally decrease. If supply is low and deman... read more
