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Brian Nicodemus, Your Whitefish RE/MAX Agent, March 2021

March 17, 2021 by Brian Nicodemus

I’ve had the pleasure of living in the Flathead Valley since 1989. I am amazed every day by the beauty of its scenery and the heart of its people. Not to mention the endless possibilities of outdoor recreation right out your door. Since becoming a REALTOR in 1999 I’ve made many great friends and have been fortunate enough to sell some wonderful properties. The true reward for me is the smile on my customers face when they achieve their goals. No hassles and no pressure when you work with me. Just a friendly knowledgeable Real Estate Broker who is here to help. Give me a call or email me today so I can help you catch your special piece of Montana!

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By Corrine DeGolier Lanfear|Realtor®️|March 2021

Is Now The Time to Sell?

Have you been thinking about selling home? Is your current property too large? Too small? Too expensive? Too hard to manage? Are you ready to travel more? Whatever the reason, you’ve been thinking about a move, but you don’t know if it’s the right time to move?

This might be the right time to sell! The first step in making a good decision is information. You would be amazed how many people will use stories they heard at the grocery store to make the decision to sell a home. Before you make any decision, speak to a professional agent and talk about your local market and home values. Learn about the inventory levels of your neighborhood and get a comprehensive market analysis of your property.

Traditionally a great time to list a home, this spring selling season is seeing a low inventory of homes for sale. This means that the home values are stronger than they have been in the past. You might have more money sitting in your home than you expect.

As interest rates continue to tick up, many buyers are seeing this as a great opportunity to buy before it’s too late. With record low unemployment and changing tax laws, more and more buyers are entering the housing market. This has resulted in strong home values and with more buyers ready to find a new home, this might be the perfect time to sell your home as well.

Don’t forget you can always call me for even more ideas and tips!

Here’s What’s Happening

The forest surrounding Larry Wilson’s cabin up the North Fork on Oct. 27, 2020. Hunter D’Antuono | Flathead Beacon

BY TRISTAN SCOTT | MARCH 14, 2021

North Fork Land Purchase Preserves Habitat on Flanks of Glacier

Advocates of maintaining the North Fork Flathead River’s wild-and-scenic character celebrated a victory this month when the Flathead National Forest and Vital Ground Foundation brokered a deal to conserve 10 acres of open space and wildlife habitat in the shadow of Glacier National Park, where development pressure runs high.

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540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912, 2 Bedrooms Bedrooms, ,1 BathroomBathrooms,Condo,For sale,The Nucleus Lofts,Nucleus,204,1716

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Modern Condo in Downtown Columbia Falls

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

1Bathroom(s)

29Picture(s)

1,080Sqft

Seller will OWNER FINANCE! Welcome to The Nucleus Lofts, a wonderful opportunity to own a brand new 2 bed/2 bath condo in the heart of downtown Columbia Falls, in the same block as retail, restaurants, and right across from the grocery store and much more! With its business zoning permitting weekly/nightly rental use, it offers excellent investment potential.

$525,000

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912, 2 Bedrooms Bedrooms, ,2 BathroomsBathrooms,Condo,For sale,The Nucleus Lofts,Nucleus,306,1718

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Unit 306 The Nucleus Lofts

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

2Bathroom(s)

35Picture(s)

1,600Sqft

Seller will OWNER FINANCE! Welcome to The Nucleus Lofts, a wonderful opportunity to own a brand new 2 bed/2.5 bath condo in the heart of downtown Columbia Falls, in the same block as retail, restaurants, and right across from the grocery store and much more! With its business zoning permitting weekly/nightly rental use, it offers excellent investment potential.

$595,000

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Nucleus Lofts Unit# 206

540 Nucleus, columbia falls, flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

2Bathroom(s)

41Picture(s)

1,600Sqft

$585,000

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912, 2 Bedrooms Bedrooms, ,2 BathroomsBathrooms,Condo,For sale,Nucleus,304,1720

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The Nucleus Lofts, Unit 304

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

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1,080Sqft

A wonderful opportunity to own a brand new 2 bed/2 bath condo in the heart of downtown Columbia Falls, in the same block as retail, restaurants, and right across from the grocery store and much more! With its business zoning permitting weekly/nightly rental use, it offers excellent investment potential. With large windows and privacy blinds, the unit has an abundance of natural light.

$535,000

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912, 2 Bedrooms Bedrooms, ,2 BathroomsBathrooms,Condo,For sale,The Nucleus Loft,Nucleus,201,1724

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The Nucleus Lofts Unit #201

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

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820Sqft

Seller will OWNER FINANCE! Welcome to The Nucleus Lofts, a wonderful opportunity to own a brand new 2 bed/1 bath condo in the heart of downtown Columbia Falls, in the same block as retail, restaurants, and right across from the grocery store and much more! With its business zoning permitting weekly/nightly rental use, it offers excellent investment potential.

$495,000

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912, 2 Bedrooms Bedrooms, ,2 BathroomsBathrooms,Condo,For sale,Nucleus Lofts,Nucleus,302,1717

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Unit #302 The Nucleus Lofts

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

2Bathroom(s)

37Picture(s)

1,250Sqft

$559,000

5620 Highway 93 S, Whitefish, Flathead, Montana, United States 59937, 6 Bedrooms Bedrooms, ,4 BathroomsBathrooms,Single Family Home,For sale,Highway 93 S,1714

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Whitefish House w/ 2 shops!

5620 Highway 93 S, Whitefish, Flathead, Montana, United States 59937

6Bedroom(s)

4Bathroom(s)

45Picture(s)

3,566Sqft

A one-of-a-kind offering with Sag-5 Zoning, two large shops that can be used for a variety of purposes. A custom home on just over 4 acres with four bedrooms two baths and a private deck off the primary bedroom. A natural gas fireplace warms the living room, which has vaulted ceilings that open to the kitchen.

$1,495,000

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States, 2 Bedrooms Bedrooms, ,2 BathroomsBathrooms,Condo,For sale,Nucleus,1723

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Unit #301 of The Nucleus Lofts

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States

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820Sqft

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The Nucleus Lofts Condo Unit #202

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

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$549,000

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Real Estate Market Trends

The average sales price in Whitefish, Flathead Valley as a whole, Kalispell, and Columbia Falls of a single-family residence in February for the past 3 years is depicted in the graphs below.

Nhn Sherman Road

Kalispell, MT 59901

MLS #22013359

Remarkable 130 Acres! Build your dream home and horse property on a Mountain top with 360 degree views of Big Mountain, Flathead Lake, Swan Range and Glacier National Park. Gated log entrance leads you through this one of a kind property.

Contact Brian Murphy at 406-890-1681, or your real estate professional.

Recipe of The Month

Pot of Gold Cupcakes

Make these pot of gold cupcakes for your whole crew this weekend! They’ll love the rich, dark chocolate cake with the rainbow striped frosting, and the gold coin on top is such a fun touch!

Ingredients:

Gel paste food coloring in Red, Lemon Yellow, Kelley Green, Royal Blue, Violet, and Rose Pink
1 batch Swiss Meringue Buttercream
1 batch Simply Perfect Chocolate Cupcakes
30 chocolate coins

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven according to your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe or try the recipe that is linked above at 350 degrees F.

2. Follow cupcake recipe, bake and allow to completely cool.

3. Make your favorite buttercream recipe or follow the one linked above.

Now for the fun part…

4. Gather your pastry bag and tip, the gel paste food coloring and use a thin, clean artist brush to swipe stripes of gel paste food coloring down the inside of your pastry bag. Then fill it with buttercream and squeeze it out, just like you normally would.

5. Top them off with a gold (chocolate) coin and you’ve found your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Hope you enjoy!

(Recipe adapted from bakingamoment.com)

Brian Nicodemus, your Whitefish RE/MAX agent, February 2021

February 16, 2021 by Brian Nicodemus

Real Estate Today

By Corrine DeGolier Lanfear|Realtor®️|February 2021

Home Sellers Quick Guide

Research the Best Time to Sell – In the current market, the time is now!
- Make Repairs – Repairing anything that needs some fixing or whatever seems problematic, will definitely speed up the selling process of your home. Keep receipts for proof of work done.
- Find a Real Estate Agent – you want an agent that has experience working in the area you live in, with a proven track record, and someone who can offer feedback through every step of the process.
- Pricing Your Home – A comparative market analysis is a document that presents pricing information for homes similar to yours. Your real estate agent can provide you this and give their feedback on it. It will be helpful to know what has worked price wise in your area and what hasn’t.
- Putting Your Home on the Market – Discuss with your real agent their marketing plan they believe will work best for your home. They should, at the very least, utilize the Multiple Listing System (MLS), real estate websites, social media, reach out to other agents, use yard signs if permissible, advertise in print media and have a virtual tour available for example.
- Prepare Your Home for Showings – You want your home to look its best when buyers are looking at it. In order for it to be in top condition, go through each room and clean up clutter. Allow your buyers to imagine themselves living in your house by putting away any personal items.
- How to Handle Offers – When a buyer makes an offer on your home, they will use a contract to offer up their sale price and any other terms of purchase. You can either accept, reject, or counter the offer that will then lead to negotiation with your agents help. For a successful negotiation: disclose everything, ask many questions, meet halfway on costs when possible and keep in mind your “why” for selling.
- The Closing – This can take a month or longer depending on they property. Be ready to cooperate with a Title Company, Escrow Officer, Inspectors and Appraisers. A closing agent will finalize the transaction and review the sales agreement. He or she will also collect any last payments from the seller and buyer, will make any adjustments, and makes sure the buyer’s title is recorded in the local records. After this, congrats! You’ve sold your home successfully!
- Moving Out – Start by getting rid of items that you don’t need by donating and or having a garage sale weeks prior. From there you can see the items that you need and start packing. Get the movers ready and schedule a time for them to be at your home. Separate valuable paperwork and other important things into one box. Do a change of address and forward any medical records if needed. Lastly, walk through your home one last time to see you didn’t forget anything and take inventory of everything you have.

Here’s What’s Happening

By HEIDI DESCH
Editor | February 10, 2021 1:00 AM

Whitefish, other cities, advocate for retaining affordable housing tool

The City of Whitefish, along with representatives of other cities around the state, last week told a Montana House committee that a bill that would effectively put an end to inclusionary zoning would leave them without an important tool in efforts aimed at creating affordable housing.

Whitefish City Councilor Ben Davis, who also serves on the city’s housing committee, told legislators that the community has determined that housing is at a crisis level here and years were spent in the public process to determine that inclusionary zoning is necessary to address the situation. Read more…

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540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

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Unit 306 The Nucleus Lofts

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

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$595,000

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Real Estate Market Trends

The average sales price in Whitefish, Flathead Valley as a whole, Kalispell, and Columbia Falls of a single-family residence in January for the past 3 years is depicted in the graphs below. The only downward trend in NMAR’s latest data is the average number of days on market for Flathead Valley homes—yet another indicator of a bustling real estate market.

Nhn Big Lodge Lane

Rollins, MT 59931

MLS #22015618

Nice Sloped 5 acre lot with filtered lake views and lots of timber. 2 access points.

Call Brian Nicodemus at 406-250-7311 for more information or your real estate professional.

Recipe of The Month

Since it’s the month of love, nothing says “I love you” more than some sweet, delicious, and cute thumbprint cookies! Best of all, they don’t take a lot of effort but taste like you slaved away in the kitchen. ?

Ingredients:
✔️2 cups all-purpose flour
✔️ ½ tsp. Baking powder
✔️ 2 tbs. Almond milk
✔️ ½ tsp. Salt
✔️ ¾ cup margarine, softened
✔️ ½ cup sugar, or sweetener of your choice
✔️ 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
✔️ ⅓ cup assorted jams for the filling
✔️ Optional: Powdered sugar

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 F/177 C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour and salt together. Set aside.
3. Add softened margarine, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond milk to another bowl and mix.
4. Slowly add in the flour/salt mix and combine until a dough is formed. Be careful not to over-mix.
5. Scoop out a half tablespoons worth of dough and roll into a smooth ball. Place all dough balls about 1 ½ inch apart.
6. Make the indent by using your finger (the “thumbprint” mark). Fill each indent with jam, but be careful not to overfill.
7. Bake for about 13-15 minutes or until barely lightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar.

(Recipe adapted from veganhuggs.com)

Brian Nicodemus, your Whitefish RE/MAX agent, December 2020

December 16, 2020 by Brian Nicodemus

I’ve had the pleasure of living in the Flathead Valley since 1989. I am amazed every day by the beauty of its scenery and the heart of its people. Not to mention the endless possibilities of outdoor recreation right out your door. Since becoming a REALTOR in 1999 I’ve made many great friends and have been fortunate enough to sell some wonderful properties. The true reward for me is the smile on my customers’ faces when they achieve their goals. No hassles and no pressure when you work with me. Just a friendly knowledgeable Real Estate Broker who is here to help. Give me a call or email me today so I can help you catch your special piece of Montana!

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By Corrine DeGolier Lanfear|Realtor®️|December 2020

Age-Old Real Estate Selling Tips to Ignore

Homeowners planning to sell their home tend to get unsolicited advice from every direction. “Do this,” “don’t do that”; it can be difficult to decipher the good from the bad advice. As homebuyers become more informed and market-savvy, knowing which age-old advice to
ignore can be important. Here are some adages which should be retired immediately.

• ?Spring is the best time to sell – While spring is traditionally when home sales tick upward, the real key to selling is inventory levels. Low inventory means more chances your home will be more desirable, and this can occur any time of the year.
• ?The first offer is always the best – While all offers should be considered, don’t feel pressured to take a sub-par offer just because it was the first.
• ?Open houses sell houses – Not necessarily. Only 2% of homes sell as the direct result of an open house, according to the National Association of Realtors®. People are more attracted to virtual tours and online photos during these times. Consider a “Virtual Open House,” or scheduled showings on a specific weekend giving a certain end date that all offers must be in by. This will still generate the “buzz” around your property and create some urgency for perspective buyers.
• ?Price high so there is room to negotiate – Homebuyers are more sophisticated about pricing and will not bother with overpriced homes.
• ?If you don’t want to make repairs then lower your price – Unless you market your home as a fixer-upper, buyers expect the home to be in reasonable condition and a low price might not be enough to encourage an offer. Have your Broker or Real Estate Agent pull a Comparable Market Analysis, considering items such as condition of the property, square footage, amount of rooms, and area the home is located when considering how to price. Most agents have a list of trusted vendors they can suggest for you to make the needed repairs. Small repairs can make a big difference in the final price.
• ?You must update your kitchen to sell – Buyers do love renovated kitchens, but keep in mind that you typically recover only 81% of the cost of a remodel when selling. Try these simple ideas instead: Keep it clean and uncluttered, possibly a coat of paint or new hardware on the cabinets or an updated backsplash can make a big difference. This will leave the buyer to update to their preferences, which most prefer to do when making a home purchase.

Selling a home is a major life decision. Before you begin the process of listing your home, do your research and make sure the advice you rely on is valid in today’s changing environment and you pair up with an agent you can trust.

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Picture Credit | HUNTER D’ANTUONO

Mask Up, Ski Down

Opening week off to a smooth start at Whitefish Mountain Resort, with the ski area earning praise from ‘super seniors’ for its safety precautions

BY TRISTAN SCOTT // DEC 16, 2020

Although Whitefish Mountain Resort’s outdoor operations will run similar to pre-pandemic times, with lift line corrals set up roughly the same, a major difference is that skiers and riders are required to wear face coverings while waiting in line for the chair, as well as while loading and unloading.

That might seem like a straightforward requirement, particularly given that face coverings tend to be standard attire for skiers and snowboarders. But mask requirements during the pandemic have become the subject of a polarizing national debate, and Whitefish Mountain Resort, as well as the city of Whitefish, have gone to great lengths to educate the skiing community on the importance of heeding the requirement this winter… read more

Looking for a beautiful Montana home, land, or commercial property for sale near Whitefish? Call Brian Nicodemus, your Whitefish RE/MAX real estate agent at (406) 862-9000 or (406) 250-7311

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540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

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$525,000

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Unit 306 The Nucleus Lofts

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

2Bedroom(s)

2Bathroom(s)

35Picture(s)

1,600Sqft

$595,000

$549,000

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Use our easy search window to find that perfect Montana dream property! Search the multiple listing service for Whitefish real estate.

Real Estate Market Trends

The average sales price in Whitefish, Flathead Valley as a whole, Kalispell, and Columbia Falls of a single-family residence in November for the past 3 years is depicted in the graphs below. The only downward trend in NMAR’s latest data is the average number of days on market for Flathead Valley homes—yet another indicator of a bustling real estate market.

THE FARMHOUSE INN AND KITCHEN

A luxury bed and breakfast and farm to table style Bakery and Café featuring produce, meats etc from farms in the area. More info…

28 Lupfer Ave
Whitefish, MT 59937

(406) 730-2666

Recipe of The Month

Here is a simple recipe you can cozy up to:

Ingredients:
✔️ 4 cups apple cider
✔️ 1 bottle (750 ml) red wine of your choice
✔️ ¼ cup honey
✔️ 2 cinnamon sticks
✔️ Juice, zest, and peel from 1-2 oranges depending on your taste
✔️ 4 cloves
✔️ 3-star anises

Directions:
✔️ Combine all ingredients except the orange peel in a large saucepan.
✔️ Bring to a boil and then let the mix simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
✔️ Pour mulled wine into mugs and add the orange peel for garnish.

Recipe adapted from Food Network.

Brian Nicodemus Real Estate in Whitefish, November 2020

November 23, 2020 by Brian Nicodemus

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By Corrine DeGolier Lanfear|Realtor®️|November 2020

Should You Accept the Previous Buyer’s
Inspection Report?

Sometimes a house falls out of contract. Most buyers assume that it is related to a bad home inspection, but there are many reasons for a home to come back on the market that are unrelated to the condition of the home. During the contingency period, most buyers can cancel for almost any reason – or even no reason.

Of course, the listing agent and seller are motivated to get the home back under contract as quickly as possible and may offer the previous buyer’s home inspection report to the new buyer. Some may even ask that the new buyer remove their right to a home inspection, based on the one they offer.

If you have been offered the previous buyer’s inspection report, you’re probably wondering if you should accept it and remove that contingency. In a fast-moving seller’s market, it might be tempting, but before you accept the report, there are a few considerations:

• Before accepting the inspection, do your research. Who did the inspection? Is it a reputable, licensed home inspector? Check public review sites for comments and customer satisfaction. Check their license with the issuing board and see if they have had any violations or suspensions.
• Once you verify the company, give them a call. Make sure the inspection is transferable, and that they have performed a comprehensive inspection. Many companies offer both a comprehensive and a simpler, cheaper, visual inspection.
• Finally, read the report carefully. If there are issues discovered, ask for clarification and consider paying for the inspector to meet you at the home to discuss the report in person with you.

Accepting the home inspection might seem like a good idea – both to make your offer more appealing to the seller and to save a few dollars – but before you remove the home inspection contingency, do your homework. Make sure you understand the real condition of the property before you buy it.

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Winter decorations go up downtown

By HEIDI DESCH
Editor | November 22, 2020 10:20 AM

The iconic red bells and snowflakes hanging from lighted garland went up in downtown Whitefish Sunday morning.

Volunteers spent the morning hanging the winter decorations that have been a tradition in town since sometime in the 1950s. Each year volunteers spend weeks checking the roughly 10,000 bulbs in the decorations and preparing them to light up downtown.

The decorations include 24 snowflakes, 70 wreaths, four snowmen and 47 lighted garland strings.

The tradition began when John Austin, who was president of the Chamber of COmmerce, purchased the wire frames for 20 red bells for $1 a piece. He tasked John Thorson, who owned Flathead Upholstery, with putting new fabric on the wire frames.

Eventually the nonprofit Whitefish Shines took over the effort of maintaining and making sure the decorations decorate the town from late November through Presidents’ Day.

Hanging the lights has become a tradition of its own with volunteers of all ages showing up to assist in putting them up on the Sunday before Thanksgiving each year, no matter the weather. Read more…

Looking for a beautiful Montana home, land, or commercial property for sale near Whitefish? Call Brian Nicodemus, your Whitefish RE/MAX real estate agent at (406) 862-9000 or (406) 250-7311

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540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

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$525,000

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Unit 306 The Nucleus Lofts

540 Nucleus, Columbia Falls, Flathead, Montana, United States 59912

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1,600Sqft

$595,000

$549,000

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Real Estate Market Trends

Virus Playing Part in Booming Ranch Sales in U.S. West

Real estate brokers are experiencing high demand for ranches in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Idaho and Washington

BY ASSOCIATED PRESS // NOV 22, 2020

BILLINGS — The coronavirus is one of the likely factors fueling a boom in large ranch sales in the U.S. West, real estate industry professionals said.

Real estate brokers are experiencing high demand for ranches in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Idaho and Washington, The Billings Gazette reports.

“It’s the craziest year I’ve ever seen,” said Jim Taylor, director and real estate partner for Hall and Hall, which has offices in Montana and other Western states.

Taylor said buying a ranch is not always a compelling investment because the rate of return can be low. But he is working with buyers who see fewer stable alternatives.

“People look at them as an investment even though the ranching business isn’t good,” Taylor said.

Andy Rahn of Montana Land Source, a website tracking land listings and sales in the state, said factors driving buyers to rural areas can include a “get me out of here kind of mentality” concerning the pandemic.

That mindset may be propelled by fear of social unrest as well as mask and social distancing mandates with which buyers disagree.

Some in the industry theorize buyers believe rural areas are safer from COVID-19, while others said people who already planned to buy property in the future were spurred to action by the pandemic. Read more…

Thanksgiving can bring on a lot of stress when you think about how many people you have to impress. And the last thing you want to do is work all day in the kitchen to only produce a mediocre dish. ?

But worry no more!

Here is a quick and easy #pumpkinpierecipe that will leave you with enough time to relax before blowing your relatives’ taste buds away.

Ingredients:
✔️ 2 large eggs
✔️ 16 oz. (1 can) unsweetened pumpkin puree
✔️ 14 oz. (1 can) sweetened condensed milk
✔️ 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice)
✔️ 9 in. (1 pack) unbaked pie crust

Directions:
✔️ Preheat your oven to 425 F/220 C.
✔️ Mix together the eggs, unsweetened pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and pumpkin pie spice in a large bowl until thoroughly combined.
✔️ Spread the pie crust on a baking sheet.
✔️ Pour the pumpkin pie mixture over the crust.
✔️ Bake in the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
✔️ After 15 minutes, reduce oven heat to 350 F/175 C. Bake until the pie is set (about 35-40 min.)

(Recipe adapted from allrecipes.com)

Brian Nicodemus Real Estate in Whitefish, October 2020

October 2, 2020 by Brian Nicodemus

Real Estate Today

By Corrine DeGolier Lanfear|Realtor®️|October 1, 2020

What Home Buyers Are Looking for Now – Office Space

With major employers now stating that their employees will be working from home for the foreseeable future, many homebuyers have adjusted their list of desirables in their next home. Some not only need to plan for a home office space but also need to accommodate the homeschooling or distance learning needs of their children as well.

This is impacting the way homes are marketed and the type of features that have become important to buyers at all price points. Of course, homebuyers with larger budgets have the luxury of seeking homes with extra bedrooms or offices and dens already included. But many buyers need to find space in more creative ways.

The easiest way to add working space is within the bedrooms. This offers the ability to close a door for privacy. Larger bedrooms (both in master and secondary bedrooms) have been a top priority for homebuyers.

Another important feature is an open floorplan which features a Great Room design. For generations, kids have done their homework at the kitchen table, and a spacious kitchen/family room combo makes it easier for home learning without becoming cluttered. Another option for homebuyers is a separate formal dining room that could be converted to a workspace.

With all the changes in working and learning environments for both adults and kids, the home is even more important than ever. As needs change, homebuyers seek different features from their new dwellings.

Here’s What’s Happening

Changes made to highway zoning district

By HEIDI DESCH
Editor | September 30, 2020 1:00 AM

Whitefish has made a list of changes to the WB-2 zoning district along the highway, including removing personal services, which includes hair salons, from the uses allowed in the district.

City Council earlier this month approved the changes to make updates for what is a permitted use and what requires a conditional use permit in the zone.

Council, however, said personal services — like delivery, catering, event planning, recreational guiding, tattoo shops, personal training, and hair or nail salons or spas — shouldn’t be allowed in the zone, even as a conditional use.

Councilor Andy Feury said personal services should not be allowed in the WB-2 zone because the nature of those businesses means they often operate on a smaller scale and require being located inside a larger building with other such shops.

“There is a lot of places in the city where they can operate,” he said. “Previous discussions were that we didn’t want those businesses [in the WB-2]. They are a catalyst for strip malls.

Previously, hair salons had been allowed by obtaining a conditional use permit but Council decided that would no longer be the case for the WB-2 zone. Any current hair salons in the zone would be grandfathered in… Read more…