The building industry is one of the hottest markets in Missoula and Ravalli counties. Every client at some point will ask for contractor recommendations and we are always looking for new craftsman talent in the real estate industry. Minor remodel work continues to be difficult to book, as most builders are keeping openings in their schedules for new construction homes. Custom home projects bring … [Read more...]
Mortgage Interest Rates For Buying Homes In Missoula Montana
There have been a lot of questions amongst Missoula home buyers and many speculations within the real estate industry about where interest rates are currently and where they are going. The interest rate is the amount a borrower is charged for the privilege of being loaned money. Forbes Advisor reports the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 5.36%, a 4 basis point increase from last … [Read more...]
Pricing Your Missoula Property For Sale
There are many tools available when it comes to pricing a home, however, effectively pricing your Missoula property for sale is a strategy that comes with experience. If you are a Seller looking to maximize on the value of your home, then having your list price "on target with the market" is key to achieving your goal. The most impactful time of your listing will be the first 72 hours when we … [Read more...]
Missoula Luxury Properties – Sotheby’s International Realty Recognized by Inman as Top Luxury Brokerage 2021
At 2021 Inman Luxury Connect conference, Sotheby’s International Realty was awarded the honor of Top Luxury Brokerage, inducting the brand into the prestigious Golden I Club after two months of voting and 300 nominations. The Golden I Club recognizes real estate professionals who consistently push the boundaries of what’s possible in the industry, from cutting-edge marketing, trailblazing … [Read more...]
Missoula Homes For Sale – Investment Property & 1031 Exchange
A 1031 exchange is a tax-deferred exchange used to defer paying capital gains taxes on one investment property when an almost immediate repurchase of a like-kind property occurs. By completing a 1031 Exchange, the Taxpayer (“Exchanger”) can dispose of investment or business-use assets, acquire replacement property and defer the tax that would ordinarily be due upon the sale. Investors can … [Read more...]
Selling Your Missoula Home – Tips To Maximize Your Return
Having professional photography is critical! Selling your home quickly and for the highest price requires high-quality photography and presentation. Professional photos, lighting equipment, and a strategic arrangement makes a BIG difference in perspective. The photos of your home will be the first impression a Buyer feels. Consumers are more likely to quickly skip dark smartphone photos, or when … [Read more...]