Born and raised in Malta Montana she grew up on my parents farm and ranch west of Malta. Her hobbies include spending time with family, snow skiing, biking, watching motocross, going to my lake place at Holter Lake, and always spending time with her family and her dear black lab Zoe. She went to Carroll College in Helena and graduated with a business degree in finance and management. Crystal Hould started her career in real estate as a Home Mortgage Consultant at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage in the Helena area and then moved to become a member of Bozeman’s Wells Fargo. In 2011, Crystal joined the Bozeman Montana Real Estate.net team to serve in a position created uniquely for our office—transaction manager. As a transaction manager, Crystal uses her extensive knowledge of real estate trans... 07/13/2012

Brittney Dahlberg was born and raised in Montana to parents who love her, cherish her, and gave her the best friend of a lifetime, her brother. Educated in International Relations, she will receive an Honors and a Leadership degree from Montana State University Dec. 22nd 2012. Professionally, Brittney is the Marketing and Relations Manager at Bozeman Montana Real Estate.net. She coordinates post closing relations, all the online marketing, as well as serves as our in house professional photographer for all our listing advertisement. REAL ESTATE              PORTRAITS                           BOZEMAN LIFE Her perspective and her drive opened the doors to free lancing positions with other realtors around the valley. “Life is ultimately beyond what: My fingers, no matter how calloused, M... 07/11/2012

Wherever you live, there is a chance of a natural disaster striking, this is inevitable. It is important to be fully prepared for any sort of disaster. It may be expensive to be prepared for any home disaster, but it's better to be safe than sorry! Below are some things to consider when preparing for a disaster: Evaluate the types of hazards that could pose a threat to your home and family. Select a safe room within your home or community. Remember, you may not be home when disaster strikes, so it's a good idea do know somewhere safe you can go if you aren't home or can't go there. Ironic or not, an example of this is a community church. Have an escape route and meeting point for fires, as well as other disasters. Again this could be a church, grocery store, or gym. Set up contacts that... 07/09/2012

New-home sales got a big lift last month, selling at the fastest pace in two years, the Commerce Department reported Monday.  Single-family home sales rose 7.6% putting them at the highest level since April of 2010. In addition, prices are on the rise too. The median price is now $234,500! "May's sales report is a welcome sign that the market has returned to a more solid growth path following lackluster reports in March and April, and is in keeping with our expectations for continued, steady improvement through the end of this year," says David Crowe, National Association of Home Builders’ chief economist. The market still has a long way to go in order to fully recover, but every little step is a good and hopeful sign. Source: “New-home Sales Surge to Fastest Pace in Two Years,” MSNBC.c... 06/28/2012

Bogert Farmer's Market June 05, 2012 5:00 PM - September 25, 2012 8:00 PM  Bogert Farmer’s Market – Every Tuesday, June 5th through September 25th from 5-8pm.  Join us every Tuesday from 5-8pm, from June through September in Bogert Park on South Church Avenue.  Vendors from around the area bring vegetables, arts, crafts, music, food and much more!  Shop, gather and support in a fun-filled family environment!  The Market is run by the Friends of Parks. Proceeds go to rejuvenate Bozeman Parks!  Promote, Preserve, and Play together at Bogert Farmers’ Market!  406-539-0216 or www.bogertfarmersmarket.org Art Walks June 08, 2012 6:00 PM - September 14, 2012 8:00 PM The Downtown Bozeman Association, Downtown Bozeman art galleries, and retailers and the Emerson Center for Art and Culture are p... 06/28/2012

Predictions on Where the Real Estate Market is Going… A majority of more than 100 economists and real estate experts say that home prices will likely bottom by 2013, according to the Zillow June 2012 Price Expectations Survey. The real estate experts surveyed predict that home prices will fall 0.4 percent this year before inching up by 1.3 percent next year.  To support their claim, this trend has already begun to happen. The first quarter this year has brought with it a 2% drop in home prices and the expectation is that they will begin their rebound in the next quarter. In fact, appreciation predictions support that the value will increase by 3.5% between 2012 and 2014! “It’s good to start to see some convergence of expectations among economists, as it lends further support to the clai... 06/27/2012

Brittney Dahlberg was born and raised in Montana to parents who love her, cherish her, and gave her the best friend of a lifetime, her brother. Educated in International Relations, she will receive an Honors and a Leadership degree from Montana State University Dec. 22nd 2012. Professionally, Brittney is the Marketing and Relations Manager at Bozeman Montana Real Estate.net. She coordinates post closing relations, all the online marketing, as well as serves as our in house professional photographer for all our listing advertisement. REAL ESTATE              PORTRAITS                           BOZEMAN LIFE Her perspective and her drive opened the doors to free lancing positions with other realtors around the valley. “Life is ultimately beyond what: My fingers, no matter how calloused, My... 06/27/2012

When I see an article like this one, I cannot help but read it and share my opinion. . . “When I set out to evaluate the real estate industry, in as far as ways in which value could be added at the “B” and “C” ends of the spectrum, I did not set out on any “witch hunt” for mediocrity. However, that being the actual case, there are far too many “witches” of real estate out there. Not unlike used car salesmen (the cliche), Realtors have sometimes taken a bad rap. Now as we look into how they operate, there seems to be some justification ever more.” This article was tough to get through, but I think I did pull some valuable lessons from it I would like to share… and to speak out against the cynicism against Realtor’s in general. ARTICLE CRITICISM:  “In most cases, these people are far too ... 06/26/2012

SOLD! - 2658± sf - Bozeman Homes Downtown - Separate Apartment Step into Montana historic charm in this newly renovated gorgeous, Downtown Bozeman home, two blocks from Main Street. Exceptional privacy on this 1/4 acre Bozeman lot with mature landscaping and stunning flower beds; enjoy multiple outdoor spaces.Wood floors, stainless steel appliances, tiled bathrooms and showers, and wonderful outdoor spaces create a luxurious escape.The entire upstairs can be used as a master suite or as a 1B/1B apartment with separate entry.This Bozeman home for sale has been rented in the past for $850/month. This is another must see Taunya Fagan home!Dynamic, Proactive, Tireless...   Bozeman Real Estate and Much More... Taunya Fagan, A Trusted Name in Bozeman Properties, giving you the advantage...® 4... 06/18/2012

SOLD! - Sundown Road - Bozeman Mountain Cabins - 17.8± Acres - Completely Furnished - Beautiful Stone Fireplace - 406.579.9683Example of a "Magnificent Mountain-top Montana Cabin" with Abundant Wildlife, Majestic, Panoramic Views of the Bridgers, Bangtails, and Crazies, the Absaroka Range, the Gallatin and Tobacco Root Mountains...One of the highest points in Bozeman, forever views; hike to the top of your property to view six mountain ranges. Private, secluded, with views of Frog Rock, Jackson Creek, Trail Creek, City of Bozeman, the Gallatin Valley.One of the rare luxury Bozeman cabins built high in southwest Montana's mountains; property straddles two valleys.Not far from the Bozeman lifestyle, shopping, skiing, hunting, fishing, nightlife.Large detached garage, sweeping views, meado... 06/15/2012

Real Estate always has its challenges. When it is doing poorly, buyers are struggling to finance their dream. When news turns positive, like in today’s market, when even with the market getting healthier by the day, the challenge is now high competition. A shortage of good homes in a market that is primed for buyers leads to intense multiple off situations in nearly every transaction. “Would-be buyers are packing open houses and scrambling to make offers on properties before they are even listed. Bidding wars are erupting. And real estate agents are vying fiercely to represent the few sellers that do exist. Housing inventory has sunk to levels not seen since the bubble years. The number of American homes with a "for sale" sign hit 2.5 million in April, the lowest number for an April sin... 06/14/2012

  I HAVE TAKEN THE STEP. AT HOME IN BOZEMAN HAS A FACEBOOK PAGE.  A Facebook business page is more than just another way to connect with prospects and customers online. Your Facebook business page can: Drive more traffic to your website Build your email list Sell more products/services Announce special offers and promotions Announce events Share news Provide value to your prospects and customers Share photos and videos Get feedback from clients and prospects Improve your relationships with your prospects and customers Improve Search Engine Optimization   06/13/2012

Newest Real Estate Listings Bozeman - Discover your dream property from the Southwest Montana MLS: Montana Luxury Homes, Land, Ranches.June 10 - 16, 2012 - Taunya Fagan Prudential Bozeman: today's listings from the SW Montana MLS: covering the Bozeman region of Montana: find Montana homes, luxury log homes, farms and ranches from SW Montana, giving you the advantage...Please see Bozeman Montana Real Estate Listings for all today's new listings from some of these Montana towns and cities: Alder, Amsterdam, Anaconda, Argenta, Bainville, Basin, Belfry, Belgrade, Big Sky, Big Timber, Bigfork, Bozeman, Boulder, Butte, Cameron, Canyon Creek, Cardwell, Cascade, Choteau, Churchill, Clancy, Clarkston, Clyde Park, Cohagen, Columbus, Condon, Cooke City, Darby, Dell, Deer Lodge, Dillon, Divide, Dut... 06/11/2012

2012 Tour of Bozeman Bike Race - Bozeman Bike Racing 2012 The USA Cycling Event, 2012 Tour de Bozeman will start at the Bridger Bowl Ski Area entrance with the July 7, 9:00 am road race, "The Battle for Battle Ridge." And, depending on your Category for the road race, you'll battle your peers in either a 43 or a 70 mile, strenuous road race (good roads), but don't let the extreme climbing, steep curves, and stiff competition impede your enjoyment of the stunning Bridger-Bangtail and Shields Valley landscapes.Time Trail, Saturday evening, July 7, 6:00pm, after the road race, bike racers will push themselves to the limit on the TdB's new 15k time trial course, which begins in the town of Gallatin Gateway, about 10 miles southwest of Bozeman, and continues south, on a flat road with little... 06/09/2012

Overall, recent housing reports have shown that the housing market is picking up across the country. "Excluding distressed sales, home prices in March and April are improving at a rate not seen since late 2006 and appreciating at a faster rate than during the tax-credit boomlet in 2010," says Mark Fleming, chief economist for CoreLogic. "Nationally, the supply of homes in current inventory is down to 6.5 months, a level not seen in more than five years, in part driven by the ‘locked in’ position of so many home owners in negative equity." Source: “CoreLogic: Phoenix Leads the Nation in Home Value Gains,” Phoenix Business Journal Online (June 5, 2012)’   06/07/2012

SOLD! - Gorgeous Bozeman, Montana Golf Course Lot on the Bridger Creek Golf Course. One of the nicer Bozeman building lots for sale, this Bozeman property backs to the 13th fairway of the golf course and offers incredible Bozeman mountain views - SOLD!SOLD! - This Saint Andrews Drive, 15,800± square foot, Bozeman building lot, is between two high-end custom Bozeman homes, one of which was a Bozeman Parade Home. Be one of the lucky ones to own a view lot on a fabulous Bozeman golf course.In the winter, enjoy groomed cross country ski trails right out your door, as the course is set with cross-country ski trails!Great value for size and close proximity to vibrant Downtown Bozeman, Bridger Bowl Ski area, and Gallatin Valley's other, great amenities.This is truly a special Bozeman, Montana ... 06/04/2012

NO LONGER LISTEDValley West Homes, Mountain Views, Playground Access, Lake, Hiking Trails, Separate One Bedroom Apartment, Large Home and LotOFF THE MARKET - 3940± sf - 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths - Near Playground, Trails, Pond, Bozeman, Health Club, Schools - Large, Detached, 2-Car Garage - Fenced BackyardNOT LISTED - Fantastic, four bedroom, 3 bathroom Bozeman home with a separately metered one bedroom guest apartment on primo Bozeman lot across from neighborhood park, trails and creek in Bozeman's Valley West Subdivision.Hours of fun out your front door! Gorgeous views of the mountains, pond, park. Enjoy cherry floors and cabinetry, upgraded carpet, stainless steel appliances, granite slab counters, and large butcher block island in kitchen.Large mudroom, spacious family and living room wit... 05/30/2012

I know it is hard to talk about summer when we have a winter warning in effect with rain and snow predicted for the next few days, but summertime is just around the corner! Hiking: From easy to hard, short to long, a little of walking can get you far here in Bozeman! Rafting: Feeling a little extreme? Whitewater Rafting is an adventure for you! Biking: Bozeman has built up the biking opprotunites for mountain/road bikes throughout the city as well as throughout the wilderness. Fishing: Fly, rod, tackle, and a good time is sure to come if you escape to the water of Bozeman. Camping: Visit lakes, streams, rivers, and breath-taking views from a tent or RV or heck even the bed of a vehicle. Get out and enjoy this beautiful state! 05/25/2012

NO LONGER LISTEDBozeman Montana Equestrian Real Estate - Remodeled Kitchen, New Appliances - 20.20± Acres - Horse Barn - Detached Garage with Bonus Room - Fenced Pastures - Round Pen - Paved Drive - Bozeman Homes in Gallatin GatewayNO LONGER LISTED - Immaculate Montana Horse Property on Gooch Hill Road, outside Bozeman, near Gallatin Gateway, MT. Beautifully maintained Bozeman home, grounds, pastures, and buildings.5800'± Rail Fencing, 2700'± Hot Wire - 36' x 48' Barn, Heated Tack Room, Drive Through Vehicle Bay - 25 gpm Well - 11 Pastures - 60' Sand Round Pen - 2 Loafing ShedsStunning equestrian property close to fishing, Bozeman, and Big Sky. Immaculate home and grounds. Pride of ownership shows at every turn. Gorgeous chef's kitchen with granite counters, Dacor Stainless Steel applia... 05/19/2012

  PAPERWORK: Having a detailed list of repairs, updates, and upgrades will greatly assist in how an agent words the description on MLS and therefore everywhere else your listing is seen. New roofing, especially in Bozeman hail-happy weather, or other similar perks can be marketed as features of your listing. APPEARANCE: De-clutter, clean, stage. These are all things you as a home-owner can do and do well to maximize the wow factor of your home. Photographs are possible buyer’s first introduction to the home and first impressions are vital. If your home is picture ready when you sign the papers then it is a streamline to viewers online.         INSPECTION: Pre-sale inspections allow you to identify the problem areas prior to putting it on the market. Many issues are beneath the visible s... 05/14/2012