Home Buying

Life slows down for no one. We get married, have a child, adopt a pup from a local shelter, have another child, change jobs — it never stops. For Missoula homeowners, all that change can lead to one big realization: You’ve outgrown your living space, and you are ready to begin the process of upsizing […]

First-Time Home Buyers Purchasing your first home is an exciting, once-in-a-lifetime experience – it can also be very stressful. From saving enough for a down payment to finding the right neighborhood to live in, there’s a lot you need to do before you can even think about signing on the dotted line. But probably the […]

by Sandy Dodge To set yourself up for a smooth and successful home purchase, getting pre-approved is perhaps the most productive first step you can take. It strengthens your buying credibility, informs your home search, and speeds up the closing process. The Pre-Approval Process There is an important distinction to made between two important steps […]

Becoming a homeowner comes with many responsibilities, but if the home you’re purchasing requires you to be part of a Homeowners Association (HOA), you’ll have to follow additional guidelines and pay additional fees. As you’re looking for homes, talk to your agent about whether purchasing a home that’s part of an HOA is right for […]