Cory Kelly Real Estate

Inspired by the greatest rom-com of our time.

Most people going into a real estate transaction already know the basics.

But there are a few that catch people off guard...

Opening a new credit card or furnishing your new living room before closing can actually flag your loan and put the whole deal at risk.

A job change, even a good one, can do the same thing.

And going in with a low offer "just to see" often just signals to the seller that you're not serious.

The good news: all of this is avoidable with the right guidance going in.

If you're thinking about buying in Montana this year, send me a DM before you start.

A little preparation at the beginning will save you from any heartbreak at the end.

We're Cory and Kelly, real estate agent's in Kalispell.

As always, my inbox is open for your questions. Follow along for all things Montana – the best new listings, things to do, and a look at life here.

If you're looking for a home with lake views this is the first home I'm showing you in the Flathead Valley.

It's not just the views and acreage that get people.

Privacy, minutes away from McGregor Lake, but yet close to town.

If it checks your boxes, comment HOME and I'll send the listing information your way!

👋 I'm , your local guide and Flathead Valley real estate agent.

Most Kalispell buyers focus on negotiating the list price and miss finding leverage in other areas.

Meanwhile, the levers that can save you the most don't touch the list price at all.

Ask the seller to buy down your rate. This can save you tens of thousands over the life of the loan.

Then there's the repair credits. Instead of going back and forth over who fixes what, ask for a credit at closing.

You keep the money, choose your own contractor, and what it looks like when it's finished.

Don't forget to ask what stays with the home. Appliances, furniture, window treatments, these are all negotiable. (And that's money you don't have to go spend later).

And most importantly: talk to more than one lender. I've seen the same buyer get wildly different rates just by making two extra phone calls.

We're Cory & Kelly, real estate agents in Kalispell. Follow along for the stuff most agents don't tell you until it's too late.

As always, my DMs are open for your questions. Follow along for all things Northwest Montana – the best new listings, things to do, and a look at life here.

Buying a home in Northwest Montana is one of the biggest financial decisions in a person's life.

And the behind the scenes work is where deals are made or lost.

That's where I spend most of my time.

Calling listing agents, reaching out to my network, and finding homes before they hit the MLS.

Doing diligence on properties before you waste your time touring one with major red flags.

And when it's time to write an offer, I already know what the seller cares about, so we can come in strong without overpaying.

If you want someone who puts in the legwork behind the scenes, I'd love to connect.

We're Cory & Kelly , real estate agents in Kalispell. Follow along for honest takes on buying, selling, and living here.

P.S. Most of my clients start by sending me a message right here on Instagram, so don't be shy!

If I was giving out awards to local Whitefish businesses, these would be the winners. 🏆

From hidden gem restaurants to the spots that have been around forever for a reason, Whitefish has no shortage of places worth celebrating.

Drop your own nominations in the comments. I want to see which ones I missed. 👇

And if you want even more Whitefish recs this spring, I've got you covered.

If we haven't met, we're Cory and Kelly, Flathead real estate agents sharing what makes our area one of the best places to call home in Montana.

Follow for more local recs!

The home you've been picturing in Kalispell exists and it has the outdoor living area of your dreams.

The kind of home where happy hour's longer than an hour, neighbors still wave, there's space for the kiddos in the backyard.

Is this what you've been looking for?

Contact us today and this could be your view this summer.

We're Cory and Kelly, your Kalispell real estate agent. Follow along for more local listings and recs.

Before you spend anything getting your Flathead Valley Home home ready to sell, read this.

The instinct to make upgrades before listing makes sense but it might work against you.

Buyers touring your home are already picturing how they'd make it their own.

The projects you invest in may not line up with what they actually want.

👉 But there's good news: The updates that move the needle most aren't the big ones.

They're the ones that make a buyer feel like the home has been well cared for (and those don't require a major budget).

Before I list any home, we'll walk your space and discuss what upgrades and repairs will net you the most at closing.

Have questions about selling in the Flathead Valley? My DMs are always open.

If we haven't met, we're Cory & Kelly Loudermilk, local real estate advisor in the Flathead Valley.

Consider this a eulogy for lazy sales strategies 🪦

There's a version of selling where you hand over the keys, cross your fingers, and hope the right buyer shows up.

And then there's a version where the work is already done before the sign ever hits your yard.

The gap in results is hard to ignore.

If you're thinking about selling your home in 2026, make sure you know which version you're getting. I'd love to show you what a dialed-in plan looks like.

We are Cory & Kelly Loudermilk, Flathead Valley local real estate advisors.

Stop in this weekend and check out this cute little house!!🏠

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