One of the largest purchases most of us will ever make is that of our home.  In order to make the process as stress-free and streamlined as possible, you will want an experienced professional looking out for your best interest.  Check out our top 5 reasons to use a buyer's agent when purchasing a home.1. The first and most obvious reason to use a buyer's agent?  There is no cost to you as the buyer to work with an agent.  A buyer's agent receives a portion of the selling agent's commission at cl... read more

The following is a guest post from Jessica Thiefels Becoming a first-time homeowner is one of the most exciting and stressful times of your life, even after the closing papers have been signed and key is in hand. Suddenly, you’re faced with a whole new set of challenges: how to manage a home that’s yours, not your landlord’s. There are a lot of opportunities to learn—and as you learn, mistakes will be made. Luckily, many new homeowner mistakes can be easily avoided with a little preparation.... read more

SHARON LEE HOUSE POOR [adjective | hous – poo·r] A person who can afford his or her home mortgage payments, but can’t afford much of anything else. Discretionary spending on restaurants, furnishings, travel, and clothes are severely cut back, due to a large proportion of his or her income going towards the mortgage payments, upkeep costs, and energy/utility bills. You don’t want to find yourself stuck at home while your friends are out having fun. Buying more home than you can aff... read more

If you are thinking of escaping some of the craziness of Bozeman but don't want to leave all its amenities too far behind, we've got a collection of exceptional Belgrade homes on the market now!441 Farmland CrossingListing Courtesy of Carolyn Campbell of Worldwide Realty ProfessionalsThis spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath house also features guest quarters with a full bath, chefs kitchen, and an incredible great room.  The three car garage to the main house offers additional space for a private sports hobby... read more

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