Wes Gilbert - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Montana Properties

02/24/2025

NEW LISTING: 14 Bow Perch Lane Unit D Bozeman, MT 59718

Welcome to this fantastic value-added condominium! This home boasts two bedrooms and two bathrooms, designed to cater to modern living preferences. As an end unit, this single-floor layout offers enhanced privacy and an abundance of natural light throughout. Recently updated with new interior paint, this home radiates warmth and freshness in every room. The open-concept living and dining area is perfect for entertaining, while a detached single-car garage adds convenience and extra storage. This condo is a great value, combining convenience, comfort, and practicality. Schedule your viewing today and discover your new home!

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03/01/2024

Had a great time celebrating yesterday with some of the best in the business! Cheers BHHSMT 👍🏻 2024 let’s gooooo!

01/25/2024

Who are the top group of folks looking to make a move in 2024? 🤔

01/10/2024

I believe that there will be opportunity in 2024! Interest rates, while still a little volatile are beginning to trickle down and there are still many buyers who are waiting for the right opportunity to buy. Increased demand obviously needs increased supply. If you’ve been considering the idea of putting your home on the market 2024 could still be a great time for you to do so. Let’s discuss your options and see how I can best serve you in your endeavor to sell your home. The coffee is always hot and it’s on me ;) ☕️🏡

01/09/2024

If you want to buy a home, it's important to know how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month. Fortunately, rates for 30-year fixed mortgages have come down significantly since the end of October and are currently under 7%, according to Freddie Mac.

This recent trend is great news for buyers. As a recent article from Bankrate says: “The rate cool-off somewhat eases the housing affordability squeeze.”

And according to Edward Seiler, AVP of Housing Economics and Executive Director of the Research Institute for Housing America at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA): “MBA expects that affordability conditions will continue to improve as mortgage rates decline . . .”

Here’s a bit more context on how this could help with your plans to buy a home.

How Mortgage Rates Affect Your Search for a Home

Understanding the connection between mortgage rates and your monthly home payment is crucial for your plans to become a...

If you want to buy a home, it's important to know how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month.

01/05/2024

If you’re thinking about buying a home, pre-approval is a crucial part of the process you definitely don’t want to skip. So, before you start picturing yourself in your new living room or dining on your future all-season patio, be sure you’re working with a trusted lender to prioritize this essential step. Here’s why.

Affordability is tight with today’s mortgage rates and rising home prices. At the same time, there’s a limited number of homes for sale right now, and that means ongoing competition among hopeful buyers. But, if you’re strategic, there are ways to navigate these waters – and pre-approval is the game changer.

What Pre-Approval Does for You

To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to know more about pre-approval. As part of the homebuying process, a lender looks at your finances to determine what they’re willing to loan you. From there, your lender will give you a pre-approval letter to help you understand how much money...

If you’re thinking about buying a home, pre-approval is a crucial part of the process you definitely don’t want to skip.

01/02/2024

Buying a home isn't just about having a roof over your head – it's a key strategy for building wealth and achieving financial stability. That’s because home equity does more to build the average household’s wealth than anything else. DM me today to discover how homeownership can be your key to a secure financial future.

12/29/2023

If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life.
Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you realize. Here are a few things to think about as you decide whether or not to sell and make a move.

How Long You’ve Been in Your Home

When you live in a home for a significant period of time, it’s natural for you to experience a number of changes in your life while you’re in that house. As those life changes and milestones happen, your needs may change. And if your current home no longer meets them, you may have better options waiting for you.

How Much Equity You’ve Gained

Additionally, if you’ve been in your house for more than a few years, you’ve likely built-up significant equity that can fuel your next move. While home price growth varies by state and local area, the national average shows the typical...

If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life.

12/26/2023

There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of homeownership are important, the non-financial and emotional reasons are too. Here’s why.

1. You Can Be Proud of Your Accomplishment
Buying a home is a major life milestone. Whether you’re ready to buy your first home or your fifth, congratulations will be in order once you’ve achieved your goal. The sense of accomplishment you’ll feel at the end of your journey will truly make your home feel like your special place.

2. You Have Your Own Designated Happy Place
Owning your home offers not only safety and security, but also a comfortable place where you can relax and unwind after a long day. Sometimes that’s just what you need to feel refreshed and recharged.

3. You Can Find the Space To Meet Your Needs
Whether you want more room for your changing lifestyle (like a large...

12/22/2023

Does your house tick all the boxes a pet owner would be looking for? From pet-friendly communities and dog parks to easy vet access, the needs of their pets play a crucial role in many homebuyers' decisions. If you're considering selling and your place has what a pet owner desires, let's chat.

12/19/2023

Experts forecast home prices will go up over the next five years. Let’s connect to discuss why that’s a good thing for you.

12/15/2023

If you want to buy a home, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think. There are various loan options for qualified buyers with down payments as low as 3.5% or even no down payment requirement. There are also thousands of programs available to help homebuyers with their down payments. With the right resources, your down payment may be more within reach than you realize. To learn more about your options, let’s connect.

If you want to buy a home, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think.