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Kyle Duty’s Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter August 2019

Kyle Duty real estate in Whitefish

 

 

 

Kyle promises to represent all clients honestly and ethically. Kyle’s knowledge of real estate in the Flathead Valley is backed by a true love for the outdoors and the area. He is passionate and well informed about the market, which allows him to guide his clients into their dream home or commercial real estate. Call Kyle today at 406.871.4947.

WAGFest in Whitefish WAG dog parkbenefits dog park

Mark your calendars for WAGFest! This dog friendly event will be held from 11 AM to TBD on August 24, 2019 at Hugh Rogers Wag Park in Whitefish, MT. Admission is free.

“BringFido” and the family to this fun annual event that supports the park. A complimentary BBQ picnic, raffle, and contests make this an event not to be missed! All funds raised go directly to the dog park.

Join in the fun now. BringFido members can upload a photo of your pet at WAGFest!

You can also share by using the hashtag #bringfido on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

Sponsored by Alpine Animal Hospital.

Click here for more information.

Summer Brewfest benefits the whitefish summer brewfestS.N.O.W. Bus

Save the date for this brewfest, located in Depot Park – 510 Railway Street, Whitefish, on Saturday, August 24 at 3:00 pm,

Over 30 brewers are on tap for this awesome annual event. Enjoy beer, cider and kombucha as well as delicious food trucks, all the while supporting FREE public transportation in Whitefish. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Please bring your ID!

The SNOW Bus provided free transportation during winter between town and the ski lifts on Big Mountain.

Below are some beautiful properties listed by RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate.

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Elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life

129 Blacktail Loop, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

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0Acre
Live in luxury at Tatanka Estates in Lakeside, Montana. This beautiful nearly quarter acre lot is tucked inside a gated community and offers an elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life.
$179,000
More Details

Peaceful retreat in Tatanka

16 Blacktail Court, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

7Picture(s)
0Acre
Tatanka is a newer community that offers a peaceful retreat in one of western Montana’s most scenic settings. Located just above the shores of the 27-mile-long Flathead Lake and surrounded by towering, old-growth ponderosa pines, this neighborhood blends nature, comfort, and connection.
$470,000
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    Flathead county real estate market July 2019

    Real Estate Market Trends

    Smooth sailing: Flathead County residential sales by quarter past five years

    BY RICHARD DEWS // JUL 10, 2019 Flathead Beacon

    During which quarter of the year do the greatest (or least) quantity of homes sell? Q2 (April through June) runs amazingly neck-and-neck with Q3 (July through September) (see chart). For first quarter sales quantities, over the past five years, the slow uptick shot upwards noticeably in 2019. Q2 sales quantities have been almost identical, for 2017, 2018 and 2019.

    Eyes are on sales quantities for Q3 2019, which we’ve only just begun, as Q3 2017 showed a 15 percent spike over surrounding years. Outside of that spike, Q3 sales quantities have also been amazingly consistent for three of the past four years. The Q4 units sold grouping shows a nearly linear stair-stepped growth over these past four years.

    Q4 quantities were encroaching upon Q3 numbers, in 2018. One might summarize the chart as depicting a healthy picture of stability and manageable growth.

    Richard Dews is CEO of Glacier Flathead Real Estate, a Flathead-based real estate software and services company.

    Pete Francisco’s Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter August 2019

    Whitefish real estate Pete Francisco

     

    Pete​ ​has​ ​lived​ ​in​ ​the​ ​Flathead​ ​Valley​ ​for​ ​over​ ​17​ ​years.​ ​​ ​After​ ​living​ ​in​ ​Colorado​ ​and​ ​Utah,​ ​his​ ​passion​ ​for​ ​the​ ​outdoors finally​ ​drew​ ​him​ ​to​ ​Montana.​ ​It​ ​didn’t​ ​take​ ​him​ ​long​ ​to​ ​realize​ ​this​ ​was​ ​a​ ​special​ ​place,​ ​and​ ​he​ ​settled​ ​down​ ​to​ ​make​ ​this​ ​area his​ ​home.​ ​Years​ ​of​ ​experience​ ​in​ ​the​ ​service​ ​industry​ ​has​ ​given​ ​Pete​ ​the​ ​ability​ ​to​ ​work​ ​well​ ​with​ ​clients​ ​and​ ​connect​ ​with people​ ​quickly.​ ​An​ ​avid​ ​skier,​ ​mountain​ ​biker,​ ​and​ ​fly​ ​fisherman,​ ​Pete’s​ ​enthusiasm​ ​for​ ​outdoor​ ​recreating​ ​has​ ​taken​ ​him​ ​all over​ ​the​ ​valley​ ​and​ ​has​ ​given​ ​him​ ​a​ ​unique​ ​and​ ​expert​ ​knowledge​ ​of​ ​the​ ​area.​ ​Whatever​ ​your​ ​passion​ ​is,​ ​Pete​ ​would​ ​love​ ​to show​ ​you​ ​what​ ​makes​ ​this​ ​area​ ​special​ ​and​ ​help​ ​you​ ​find​ ​your​ ​piece​ ​of​ ​it. To contact Pete call: 406.270.5908.

    WAGFest in Whitefish WAG dog parkbenefits dog park

    Mark your calendars for WAGFest! This dog friendly event will be held from 11 AM to TBD on August 24, 2019 at Hugh Rogers Wag Park in Whitefish, MT. Admission is free.

    “BringFido” and the family to this fun annual event that supports the park. A complimentary BBQ picnic, raffle, and contests make this an event not to be missed! All funds raised go directly to the dog park.

    Join in the fun now. BringFido members can upload a photo of your pet at WAGFest!

    You can also share by using the hashtag #bringfido on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

    Sponsored by Alpine Animal Hospital.

    Click here for more information.

    Summer Brewfest benefits the whitefish summer brewfestS.N.O.W. Bus

    Save the date for this brewfest, located in Depot Park – 510 Railway Street, Whitefish, on Saturday, August 24 at 3:00 pm,

    Over 30 brewers are on tap for this awesome annual event. Enjoy beer, cider and kombucha as well as delicious food trucks, all the while supporting FREE public transportation in Whitefish. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Please bring your ID!

    The SNOW Bus provided free transportation during winter between town and the ski lifts on Big Mountain.

    Below are some beautiful properties listed by Pete.

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    Elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life

    129 Blacktail Loop, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

    4Picture(s)
    0Acre
    Live in luxury at Tatanka Estates in Lakeside, Montana. This beautiful nearly quarter acre lot is tucked inside a gated community and offers an elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life.
    $179,000
    More Details

    Peaceful retreat in Tatanka

    16 Blacktail Court, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

    7Picture(s)
    0Acre
    Tatanka is a newer community that offers a peaceful retreat in one of western Montana’s most scenic settings. Located just above the shores of the 27-mile-long Flathead Lake and surrounded by towering, old-growth ponderosa pines, this neighborhood blends nature, comfort, and connection.
    $470,000
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      Flathead county real estate market July 2019

      Real Estate Market Trends

      Smooth sailing: Flathead County residential sales by quarter past five years

      BY RICHARD DEWS // JUL 10, 2019 Flathead Beacon

      During which quarter of the year do the greatest (or least) quantity of homes sell? Q2 (April through June) runs amazingly neck-and-neck with Q3 (July through September) (see chart). For first quarter sales quantities, over the past five years, the slow uptick shot upwards noticeably in 2019. Q2 sales quantities have been almost identical, for 2017, 2018 and 2019.

      Eyes are on sales quantities for Q3 2019, which we’ve only just begun, as Q3 2017 showed a 15 percent spike over surrounding years. Outside of that spike, Q3 sales quantities have also been amazingly consistent for three of the past four years. The Q4 units sold grouping shows a nearly linear stair-stepped growth over these past four years.

      Q4 quantities were encroaching upon Q3 numbers, in 2018. One might summarize the chart as depicting a healthy picture of stability and manageable growth.

      Richard Dews is CEO of Glacier Flathead Real Estate, a Flathead-based real estate software and services company.

      Pete Francisco’s Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter July 2019

      Whitefish real estate Pete Francisco

       

      Pete​ ​has​ ​lived​ ​in​ ​the​ ​Flathead​ ​Valley​ ​for​ ​over​ ​17​ ​years.​ ​​ ​After​ ​living​ ​in​ ​Colorado​ ​and​ ​Utah,​ ​his​ ​passion​ ​for​ ​the​ ​outdoors finally​ ​drew​ ​him​ ​to​ ​Montana.​ ​It​ ​didn’t​ ​take​ ​him​ ​long​ ​to​ ​realize​ ​this​ ​was​ ​a​ ​special​ ​place,​ ​and​ ​he​ ​settled​ ​down​ ​to​ ​make​ ​this​ ​area his​ ​home.​ ​Years​ ​of​ ​experience​ ​in​ ​the​ ​service​ ​industry​ ​has​ ​given​ ​Pete​ ​the​ ​ability​ ​to​ ​work​ ​well​ ​with​ ​clients​ ​and​ ​connect​ ​with people​ ​quickly.​ ​An​ ​avid​ ​skier,​ ​mountain​ ​biker,​ ​and​ ​fly​ ​fisherman,​ ​Pete’s​ ​enthusiasm​ ​for​ ​outdoor​ ​recreating​ ​has​ ​taken​ ​him​ ​all over​ ​the​ ​valley​ ​and​ ​has​ ​given​ ​him​ ​a​ ​unique​ ​and​ ​expert​ ​knowledge​ ​of​ ​the​ ​area.​ ​Whatever​ ​your​ ​passion​ ​is,​ ​Pete​ ​would​ ​love​ ​to show​ ​you​ ​what​ ​makes​ ​this​ ​area​ ​special​ ​and​ ​help​ ​you​ ​find​ ​your​ ​piece​ ​of​ ​it. To contact Pete call: 406.270.5908.

      40th Annual Whitefish Arts Festival

      This year will be the 40th annual Whitefish Arts Festival. It is an event that has become a highlight for many over the 4th of July weekend and is sponsored by Whitefish Christian Academy. An annual favorite throughout the Northwest, the Whitefish Arts Festival maintains a long tradition of high quality arts and fine crafts. Whitefish is a picturesque village nestled in the Flathead Valley of Montana featuring beautiful lakes, majestic mountains and friendly folks strolling the streets during the 4th of July weekend.

      The event is held at Depot Park in Whitefish, Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 7, from 10am-4pm daily.

      Artists from across the country are represented in the Whitefish Arts Festival. Metal sculptures, paintings and photography, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, clothing, and home decorations are just some of the featured fine arts. There is always a variety of Montana style art available. All of the art is handmade.

      Find out more: www.whitefishartsfestival.org

      Real Estate Market Trends

      BY RICHARD DEWS // JUN 19, 2019 // FLATHEAD BEACON

      Last Fourth of July, we looked at the Flathead Country single-family residence sales quantities and median speeds (listing to contract) — and median list and sold prices per square foot. Let’s update the chart for this past year’s activity (since June 14, 2018), for homes whose original list prices were between $150,000 and $650,000 (see chart).

      Blue bars represent quantities sold over this past year, using the left-side vertical axis numbers. By far the greatest quantity of homes (200+) sold at the original list price. About half as many sold for 98 percent of their original list, stair-stepping downward from there in quantities sold through ranges of 97 percent to 90 percent of original list.

      Orange bars show that those homes which took longer to sell also sold for less of their original list price, with time-to-contract shrinking consistently all the way down to about a week for those selling at their list price.

      Richard Dews is CEO of Glacier Flathead Real Estate, a Flathead-based real estate software and services company.

      Below are some beautiful properties listed by RE/MAX Rocky Mountain.

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      Elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life

      129 Blacktail Loop, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

      4Picture(s)
      0Acre
      Live in luxury at Tatanka Estates in Lakeside, Montana. This beautiful nearly quarter acre lot is tucked inside a gated community and offers an elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life.
      $179,000
      More Details

      Peaceful retreat in Tatanka

      16 Blacktail Court, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

      7Picture(s)
      0Acre
      Tatanka is a newer community that offers a peaceful retreat in one of western Montana’s most scenic settings. Located just above the shores of the 27-mile-long Flathead Lake and surrounded by towering, old-growth ponderosa pines, this neighborhood blends nature, comfort, and connection.
      $470,000
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        Glacier National Park website launches new page to provide real-time updates

        BY CHARLOTTE BAUSCH // JUN 17, 2019  // FLATHEAD BEACON

        During peak season, Glacier National Park is choked with visitors. Cars circle lots with no open spaces, campgrounds are thick with tents and roads such as Two Medicine and North Fork are so busy that park workers are forced to restrict access.

        The park’s new Recreation Access Display (RAD) is designed to help ease the pressure of these summer crowds, giving visitors real-time updates on the status of parking lots, campgrounds and roads on its convenient web interface.

        Read the whole article in the Flathead Beacon: click here.

        Kyle Duty’s Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter July 2019

        Kyle Duty real estate in Whitefish

         

         

         

        Kyle promises to represent all clients honestly and ethically. Kyle’s knowledge of real estate in the Flathead Valley is backed by a true love for the outdoors and the area. He is passionate and well informed about the market, which allows him to guide his clients into their dream home or commercial real estate. Call Kyle today at 406.871.4947.

        40th Annual Whitefish Arts Festival

        This year will be the 40th annual Whitefish Arts Festival. It is an event that has become a highlight for many over the 4th of July weekend and is sponsored by Whitefish Christian Academy. An annual favorite throughout the Northwest, the Whitefish Arts Festival maintains a long tradition of high quality arts and fine crafts. Whitefish is a picturesque village nestled in the Flathead Valley of Montana featuring beautiful lakes, majestic mountains and friendly folks strolling the streets during the 4th of July weekend.

        The event is held at Depot Park in Whitefish, Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 7, from 10am-4pm daily.

        Artists from across the country are represented in the Whitefish Arts Festival. Metal sculptures, paintings and photography, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, clothing, and home decorations are just some of the featured fine arts. There is always a variety of Montana style art available. All of the art is handmade.

        Find out more: www.whitefishartsfestival.org

        Real Estate Market Trends

        BY RICHARD DEWS // JUN 19, 2019 // FLATHEAD BEACON

        Last Fourth of July, we looked at the Flathead Country single-family residence sales quantities and median speeds (listing to contract) — and median list and sold prices per square foot. Let’s update the chart for this past year’s activity (since June 14, 2018), for homes whose original list prices were between $150,000 and $650,000 (see chart).

        Blue bars represent quantities sold over this past year, using the left-side vertical axis numbers. By far the greatest quantity of homes (200+) sold at the original list price. About half as many sold for 98 percent of their original list, stair-stepping downward from there in quantities sold through ranges of 97 percent to 90 percent of original list.

        Orange bars show that those homes which took longer to sell also sold for less of their original list price, with time-to-contract shrinking consistently all the way down to about a week for those selling at their list price.

        Richard Dews is CEO of Glacier Flathead Real Estate, a Flathead-based real estate software and services company.

        Below are some beautiful properties listed by RE/MAX Rocky Mountain.

        Sort Option
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        • Beds
        • Baths
        • Sq/ft
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        Elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life

        129 Blacktail Loop, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

        4Picture(s)
        0Acre
        Live in luxury at Tatanka Estates in Lakeside, Montana. This beautiful nearly quarter acre lot is tucked inside a gated community and offers an elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life.
        $179,000
        More Details

        Peaceful retreat in Tatanka

        16 Blacktail Court, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

        7Picture(s)
        0Acre
        Tatanka is a newer community that offers a peaceful retreat in one of western Montana’s most scenic settings. Located just above the shores of the 27-mile-long Flathead Lake and surrounded by towering, old-growth ponderosa pines, this neighborhood blends nature, comfort, and connection.
        $470,000
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          Glacier National Park website launches new page to provide real-time updates

          BY CHARLOTTE BAUSCH // JUN 17, 2019  // FLATHEAD BEACON

          During peak season, Glacier National Park is choked with visitors. Cars circle lots with no open spaces, campgrounds are thick with tents and roads such as Two Medicine and North Fork are so busy that park workers are forced to restrict access.

          The park’s new Recreation Access Display (RAD) is designed to help ease the pressure of these summer crowds, giving visitors real-time updates on the status of parking lots, campgrounds and roads on its convenient web interface.

          Read the whole article in the Flathead Beacon: click here.

          Kerrie Cardon’s Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter July 2019

          Kerrie Cardon real estate agent Whitefish

           

          Kerrie knows that this truly is the Last Best Place. Kerrie cherishes this area and our wonderful state. She is passionate, a great listener and is very hands on. Being a Montana native has given Kerrie an avid appreciation for the amazing lifestyle that this beautiful state has to offer. Kerrie became a Realtor as a way to leverage her passion into helping you achieve your Montana dream. Call Kerrie today to begin your own amazing journey, 406.270.2614.

          40th Annual Whitefish Arts Festival

          This year will be the 40th annual Whitefish Arts Festival. It is an event that has become a highlight for many over the 4th of July weekend and is sponsored by Whitefish Christian Academy. An annual favorite throughout the Northwest, the Whitefish Arts Festival maintains a long tradition of high quality arts and fine crafts. Whitefish is a picturesque village nestled in the Flathead Valley of Montana featuring beautiful lakes, majestic mountains and friendly folks strolling the streets during the 4th of July weekend.

          The event is held at Depot Park in Whitefish, Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 7, from 10am-4pm daily.

          Artists from across the country are represented in the Whitefish Arts Festival. Metal sculptures, paintings and photography, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, clothing, and home decorations are just some of the featured fine arts. There is always a variety of Montana style art available. All of the art is handmade.

          Find out more: www.whitefishartsfestival.org

          Real Estate Market Trends

          BY RICHARD DEWS // JUN 19, 2019 // FLATHEAD BEACON

          Last Fourth of July, we looked at the Flathead Country single-family residence sales quantities and median speeds (listing to contract) — and median list and sold prices per square foot. Let’s update the chart for this past year’s activity (since June 14, 2018), for homes whose original list prices were between $150,000 and $650,000 (see chart).

          Blue bars represent quantities sold over this past year, using the left-side vertical axis numbers. By far the greatest quantity of homes (200+) sold at the original list price. About half as many sold for 98 percent of their original list, stair-stepping downward from there in quantities sold through ranges of 97 percent to 90 percent of original list.

          Orange bars show that those homes which took longer to sell also sold for less of their original list price, with time-to-contract shrinking consistently all the way down to about a week for those selling at their list price.

          Richard Dews is CEO of Glacier Flathead Real Estate, a Flathead-based real estate software and services company.

          1400 Wisconsin Avenue Condo #212, Whitefish, MT 59937
          MLS #21910552 Offered at $649,000

          Enjoy resort living at its best in all seasons in this waterfront 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom condo at Whitefish Lake Lodge in the desirable resort community of Whitefish, Montana, this is for people who buy houses 4 cash in Alabama and more. Condo includes access to all of the Lodge at Whitefish Lake amenities; fine dining, casual dining, spa, pool and hot tub, marina, and Tiki bar & grill. Activities in Glacier National Park are only 30 minutes away. Whitefish Mountain Resort is just a short 10 minute drive. Call Kerrie for more information at 406.270.2614.

          3067 River Lakes Drive Lot 57, Whitefish, MT 59937
          MLS #21910554 Offered at $185,000

          Build your dream home in this wonderful neighborhood at The Lakes. Take in the views of Whitefish Mountain Resort from your front porch and the Swan Mountain Range from your back porch. Close to the ball parks, river, walking trails and dining / shopping in the resort town of Whitefish, Montana. Only a short 10 minute drive to the airport and 25 minutes to the entrance of Glacier National Park. Membership to all of the Canoe Club amenities is available. Call Kerrie Cardon at 406.270.2614.

          Nhn Farm To Market Road, Whitefish, MT 59937
          MLS #21910642 Offered at $230,000

          Beautiful 4 acre property with nice mix of pasture and trees. Great views and good access off Farm to Market Road. Sale subject to boundary line adjustment to create parcel. Survey has been completed, corners are marked. Call Kerrie for more information at 406.270.2614.

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          Symphony Night at The Farm

          July 5 and 6, 2019

          Glacier Symphony performs “American Salute!” featuring music by Gershwin, Copland along with patriotic favorites. Rain or shine outdoor concerts for family and friends! Bring a picnic!

          Whitefish Gallery Night

          July 11

          Downtown Whitefish

          The art community of Whitefish comes together to host an evening of featured artist exhibitions, entertainment, and light refreshments.

          Going-to-the-Sun Road is open!

          Click here to go to nps.gov.

          Glacier National Park website launches new page to provide real-time updates

          BY CHARLOTTE BAUSCH // JUN 17, 2019  // FLATHEAD BEACON

          During peak season, Glacier National Park is choked with visitors. Cars circle lots with no open spaces, campgrounds are thick with tents and roads such as Two Medicine and North Fork are so busy that park workers are forced to restrict access.

          The park’s new Recreation Access Display (RAD) is designed to help ease the pressure of these summer crowds, giving visitors real-time updates on the status of parking lots, campgrounds and roads on its convenient web interface.

          Brian Nicodemus’ Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter July 2019

          Brian Nicodemus RE/MAX Rocky Mountain Brian Nicodemus

          July is an exciting month for REALTORS hear in Northwest Montana. Our annual NMAR Charitable Foundation golf tournament is Friday July 19th at Village Greens Golf Course in Kalispell. The theme this year is Hello Hollywood! Along with our affiliate members and friends we have a blast playing a 4-person scramble and raising money for our foundation. This tournament is our largest fundraiser of the year and last year we raised over $8,000.  

          NMAR Charitable Foundation is a 501 C3 nonprofit organization that supports kids, housing and hunger in Northwest Montana. All donations go directly to our communities with no administration fees. Here are some of the programs and organizations we supported or continue to support from last year. Boys and Girls Club ($10K), Heart Locker ($10k) Childbridge ($6k), Flathead School Snacks ($3k), Foodbanks from Pablo to Libby ($12k in 2018), Christmas for Kids (approximately $9K every year) & Child Development Center ($2,500 each year).  

          This year we are creating five special raffle baskets, one from each community in our area: Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Kalispell, Bigfork and Lakeside to Polson. We hope to have a total value of each basket at around $1,000. Whitefish’s raffle basket is a (Whitefish Culinary Experience) basket with the following donations already in. $100 Whitefish Lake Restaurant, $100 Tupelo Grille, $100 Ambruzzo, $50 Latitude 48, $50 Craggy Range, $50 Mambo’s, $50 MacKenzie River Pizza and more to come.  

          Raffle tickets are available for anyone prior to the middle of the tournament and are $5 each or 5 for $20 and you do not have to be a REALTOR to purchase them. Tickets are available now so call me to purchase and let’s raise some money for our kids and our communities! Thank you! 

          .

          40th Annual Whitefish Arts Festival

          This year will be the 40th annual Whitefish Arts Festival. It is an event that has become a highlight for many over the 4th of July weekend and is sponsored by Whitefish Christian Academy. An annual favorite throughout the Northwest, the Whitefish Arts Festival maintains a long tradition of high quality arts and fine crafts. Whitefish is a picturesque village nestled in the Flathead Valley of Montana featuring beautiful lakes, majestic mountains and friendly folks strolling the streets during the 4th of July weekend.

          The event is held at Depot Park in Whitefish, Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 7, from 10am-4pm daily.

          Artists from across the country are represented in the Whitefish Arts Festival. Metal sculptures, paintings and photography, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, clothing, and home decorations are just some of the featured fine arts. There is always a variety of Montana style art available. All of the art is handmade.

          Find out more: www.whitefishartsfestival.org

          Real Estate Market Trends

          BY RICHARD DEWS // JUN 19, 2019 // FLATHEAD BEACON

          Last Fourth of July, we looked at the Flathead Country single-family residence sales quantities and median speeds (listing to contract) — and median list and sold prices per square foot. Let’s update the chart for this past year’s activity (since June 14, 2018), for homes whose original list prices were between $150,000 and $650,000 (see chart).

          Blue bars represent quantities sold over this past year, using the left-side vertical axis numbers. By far the greatest quantity of homes (200+) sold at the original list price. About half as many sold for 98 percent of their original list, stair-stepping downward from there in quantities sold through ranges of 97 percent to 90 percent of original list.

          Orange bars show that those homes which took longer to sell also sold for less of their original list price, with time-to-contract shrinking consistently all the way down to about a week for those selling at their list price.

          Richard Dews is CEO of Glacier Flathead Real Estate, a Flathead-based real estate software and services company.

          Below are some beautiful properties listed by Brian.

          Sort Option
          • Price
          • Beds
          • Baths
          • Sq/ft
          • MLS Number
          Grid
          List
          More Details

          Elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life

          129 Blacktail Loop, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

          4Picture(s)
          0Acre
          Live in luxury at Tatanka Estates in Lakeside, Montana. This beautiful nearly quarter acre lot is tucked inside a gated community and offers an elevated setting, perfect for bringing your dream home design to life.
          $179,000
          More Details

          Peaceful retreat in Tatanka

          16 Blacktail Court, Lakeside, Flathead, Montana, United States 59922

          7Picture(s)
          0Acre
          Tatanka is a newer community that offers a peaceful retreat in one of western Montana’s most scenic settings. Located just above the shores of the 27-mile-long Flathead Lake and surrounded by towering, old-growth ponderosa pines, this neighborhood blends nature, comfort, and connection.
          $470,000
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            Glacier National Park website launches new page to provide real-time updates

            BY CHARLOTTE BAUSCH // JUN 17, 2019  // FLATHEAD BEACON

            During peak season, Glacier National Park is choked with visitors. Cars circle lots with no open spaces, campgrounds are thick with tents and roads such as Two Medicine and North Fork are so busy that park workers are forced to restrict access.

            The park’s new Recreation Access Display (RAD) is designed to help ease the pressure of these summer crowds, giving visitors real-time updates on the status of parking lots, campgrounds and roads on its convenient web interface.

            Read the whole article in the Flathead Beacon: click here.

            Nikki Marengo’s Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter July 2019

            REMAX Rocky Mountain Real Estate Nikki Marengo

             

             

            Nikki’s fondness for people inspires her to go above and beyond the expectations of her clients. Her main objective is making others happy and that is why real estate has become more than a profession­–it’s a passion. Whether it be in getting the best real estate photography you can do to sell a house, or by engaging in the local community, it is a wonderful line of work. Let Nikki help you with the next adventure in your life, whether it’s finding a home on the golf course or selling your cabin in the woods. 406.212.8507.

            40th Annual Whitefish Arts Festival

            This year will be the 40th annual Whitefish Arts Festival. It is an event that has become a highlight for many over the 4th of July weekend and is sponsored by Whitefish Christian Academy. An annual favorite throughout the Northwest, the Whitefish Arts Festival maintains a long tradition of high quality arts and fine crafts. Whitefish is a picturesque village nestled in the Flathead Valley of Montana featuring beautiful lakes, majestic mountains and friendly folks strolling the streets during the 4th of July weekend.

            The event is held at Depot Park in Whitefish, Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 7, from 10am-4pm daily.

            Artists from across the country are represented in the Whitefish Arts Festival. Metal sculptures, paintings and photography, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, clothing, and home decorations are just some of the featured fine arts. There is always a variety of Montana style art available. All of the art is handmade.

            Find out more: www.whitefishartsfestival.org

            Real Estate Market Trends

            BY RICHARD DEWS // JUN 19, 2019 // FLATHEAD BEACON

            Last Fourth of July, we looked at the Flathead Country single-family residence sales quantities and median speeds (listing to contract) – and median list and sold prices per square foot. Let’s update the chart for this past year’s activity (since June 14, 2018), for homes whose original list prices were between $150,000 and $650,000 (see chart).

            Blue bars represent quantities sold over this past year, using the left-side vertical axis numbers. By far the greatest quantity of homes (200+) sold at the original list price. About half as many sold for 98 percent of their original list, stair-stepping downward from there in quantities sold through ranges of 97 percent to 90 percent of original list.

            Orange bars show that those homes which took longer to sell also sold for less of their original list price, with time-to-contract shrinking consistently all the way down to about a week for those selling at their list price.

            Richard Dews is CEO of Glacier Flathead Real Estate, a Flathead-based real estate software and services company.

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            One of a kind opportunity to live and work in a breathtaking setting just minutes to Kalispell. Successful wedding venue property with multiple outbuildings including large shop, bride and groom cabins, pavilion built in 2017 with bar. One-bedroom home boasts blue pine finishes with gorgeous built-ins, radiant heat, covered porch and endless mountain views. Attached carport has an extra office/bedroom for extra space. Home is being sold with option for successful wedding venue business. Parking for up to 200 guests, beautiful surroundings includes well-fed pond, root cellar and multiple ceremony sites. Offer your clients an amazing Montana retreat.

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            Glacier National Park website launches new page to provide real-time updates

            BY CHARLOTTE BAUSCH // JUN 17, 2019 // FLATHEAD BEACON

            During peak season, Glacier National Park is choked with visitors. Cars circle lots with no open spaces, campgrounds are thick with tents and roads such as Two Medicine and North Fork are so busy that park workers are forced to restrict access.

            The park’s new Recreation Access Display (RAD) is designed to help ease the pressure of these summer crowds, giving visitors real-time updates on the status of parking lots, campgrounds and roads on its convenient web interface.

            Read the whole article in the Flathead Beacon: click here.

            Nikki Marengo’s Whitefish Real Estate Newsletter June 2019

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            Summertime means tourism in the Flathead Valley

            BY MOLLY PRIDDY // MAY 28, 2019 // Flathead Beacon

            With more people discovering and visiting the Flathead, local hiker in Glacierstakeholders discuss how to maintain hold on the growing tourism industry.

            When summertime hits the Flathead Valley, it’s impossible to ignore the role tourism plays in the valley’s economy – the roads are full of cars and RVs, the campgrounds and hotel rooms are bustling, and Glacier National Park is packed with folks looking to get to know their national playground.

            Millions of people stream into the Flathead during the summer, with adventure on their minds and plenty of money in their wallets. The question for local business and tourism-based organizations is, how do we most effectively drink from what has become a fire hose of economic activity?

            That was the basis of a panel discussion at a recent Kalispell Chamber of Commerce luncheon, where leaders from various facets of the tourism industry discussed how to best take advantage of the natural magnetism of this place. The panel included Dawn Jackson with the Kalispell Convention and Visitor Bureau; Jeff Mow, superintendent of Glacier Park; Jeri Moon of the Northwest Montana Association of Realtors; and Alisha Shilling of Kalico.

            Read the whole article: https://flatheadbeacon.com/2019/05/28/sustaining-tourism-juggernaut/

            Whitefish Adopts Water Usage Ordinance

            New conservation measure will affect hours of outdoor watering

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            The Whitefish City Council on May 20 adopted a new water conservation ordinance for city water users during peak summer months, limiting the timeframe in which residents can water their lawns.

            “This ordinance is not about using less water, it’s really about wasting less water,” Craig Workman, director of Public Works, stated in a release announcing the ordinance. “During the peak summer months, our existing infrastructure struggles to keep up with current water use demand.”

            Although infrastructure upgrades are planned, Workman said, they would not be in place for two to three years.

            Read the rest of the story in the Flathead Beacon…

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