Rachel Rising Realty

[MARKET REPORT] The Bozeman real estate market has seen some shifts this month. Compared to January 2024, the average cost of homes and the number of homes sold has decreased 15%, and average days on the market have increased by 44%. Homes are still continuing to sell for less than asking, opening up the door for some negotiations :)
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[Winter Buyer Tip] It's important to understand any additional costs to your new home such as snow maintenance, additional heating, etc The more you know - the more you will love your new home!
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[BEST WINTER HIKES IN BOZEMAN] If you're looking to get out in nature this winter - here are our TOP 10 hikes (with varying difficult and elevation gain) so there's something for everyone!

In no particular order (photo credits to BREG)
1. Lava Lake: Gallatin Canyon. 5.5 miles RT + 1620' elevation gain.
2. Pioneer Falls: Gallatin Canyon. 6.5 miles RT + 810' elevation gain.
3. Leverich Canyon. S Bozeman, 4.9 miles RT + 1269' elevation gain.
4. Drinking Horse. E. Bozeman/Bridger Canyon. 2.2 miles + 646' elevation gain.
5. Sypes Canyon. Bridger Foothills Trail. 4 miles RT + 1627' elevation gain.
6. Blackmore Lake. Hyalite Canyon. 4.3 miles RT + 905' elevation gain.
7. Grotto Falls. Hyalite Canyon. 2.4 miles RT + 278' elevation gain.
8. Ousel Falls. Big Sky. 1.7 miles RT + 242' elevation gain.
9. Stormcastle. Gallatin Canyon. 5.2 miles RT and 1860' elevation gain.
10. S. Cottonwood. S. Bozeman. 4.9 miles RT and 524' elevation gain. (photo cred. www.brisul.com

If you want the full blog with directions and additional info. Check it out here: https://bozemanrealestate.group/blog/best-winter-hikes-in-bozeman

[WINTER SELLER TIP] Pricing is EVERYTHING!!! My goal is to help you find the right price that is both competitive, yet sells your home so you can move on to your next adventure!

[WINTER BUYER TIP] Don't let the snow cover up some issues in your future home! Know what to look for!

[WINTER SELLER TIP] Make your home engaging so that others want to live there!

Merry Xmas to all! So grateful for my past, present and future clients! What a wonderful year it has been! ❄☃🎄 If you are considering buying or selling in the New Year - Let's chat!

[MARKET REPORT] BIG SKY - NOVEMBER 2025. The Big Sky market is skewed by luxury sales BUT there are currently 148 residential properties for sale starting at only 347K and 26 of these are under 1M! Big Sky also just got named the #1 travel destination in the WORLD for 2026!

[WINTER SELLER TIP] Curb appeal matters no matter the season! There often aren't as many homes for sale in the winter so make sure yours stands out!

[MARKET UPDATE ] BELGRADE - NOVEMBER 2025: This month, we saw a 42% reduction in the number of residential properties sold and they spent longer days on the market. We also saw the price of homes go up 118% to 637K.

[ATTN MT LANDLORDS] MT property taxes are changing drastically in 2026 and if you own any real estate - this could mean major tax increases or significant tax savings. Take action now to potentially benefit from the tax relief program.

What's happening is that the state of Montana is restructuring how residential properties are taxed and classified. This will shift more of the tax burden on vacation properties, second homes and short-term rentals. On the upside, primary homes and long-term rentals can benefit from a "homestead" rate, but only if you enroll!

Here is the link to learn more and get enrolled: https://bozemanrealestate.group/blog/montana-landlord-taxes