Leslie Spence Reeder

Planning a 1031? What you do before listing can make the timeline a lot easier.

- Know your likely replacement price range and must-haves.
- Understand the 45-day identification window and 180-day closing window.
- Keep 2 or 3 backup replacement options ready.
- Bring your agent, qualified intermediary, lender, and tax advisor in early.

If you’re considering a Northwest Montana exchange, I can help you plan the sale side before your property goes live.

West Valley mornings, fire pit evenings, and room to spread out under the pines.

This log-sided home pairs vaulted wood ceilings, a rock fireplace, a granite kitchen, 4 beds, 4 baths, and flexible space for guests, hobbies, or animals across 8+ fenced acres bordering Forest Service.

1199 E Mountain Meadows Road | $1,400,000 | 2,582 sq ft

See more at the link in bio.

Starting to sort through a parent’s or inherited home in Northwest Montana? Gather these 5 things first.

- Any trust, will, power of attorney, or court papers showing who can make decisions
- The deed, mortgage, home equity line statements, and the latest tax bill
- A simple list of updates, repairs, and anything not working
- Well, septic, water, access, or permit info if the property is rural
- Your timeline, who needs to be involved, and the plan for belongings

If you’re not sure what applies, I can help you sort the first steps.

In Columbia Falls, this is the kind of place that starts with good bones, mature trees, and room to make it your own.

Classic 1955 ranch with a bright living area, larger lot, metal roof, fenced yard, and an easy one-level layout close to the park, pool, and local businesses.

1506 4th Avenue W | 3 bed | 1 bath | 1,104 sq ft | $399,900

Link in bio for full details.

Downsizing after many years in the same home and trying not to end up between homes?

Start with where you'll go next, then build the sale backward from that move date. The right timing terms can create the overlap that keeps you from moving twice.

In Northwest Montana, the timing of available homes and closing dates matters more than most people expect, especially when a long-held home is part of the plan. I help clients map this out before the home hits the market.

If a downsize is on your horizon, reach out and I'll help you think through the order.

Found a Northwest Montana home you love, but it sits on a private road or shared well?

Before you move forward, verify the road agreement, recorded access, shared well terms, recent water testing, and whether lender, title, or insurance will need anything extra. These details shape daily life after closing.

Around the Flathead, rural properties can be great fits when the paperwork matches the setting.

If you want a second set of eyes on a rural property, I’m happy to help.

If a parent’s or inherited home will sit empty in Northwest Montana, start with the risks that get expensive fast.

• Call the insurer and ask how vacancy changes coverage and check-in rules.
• Keep some heat on and make a plan for plumbing, ice, and winterizing before the next cold snap.
• Forward mail, secure keys, and remove obvious valuables, meds, and sensitive paperwork.
• Set up regular walk-throughs plus lawn care and snow removal so the house never looks unattended.

If you want a calm plan for what to handle next, I’m happy to help.

Found a place near the water and already picturing summer?

Before you get attached to the view, confirm the access, dock or shared-use terms, shoreline setbacks, septic details, and how the property lives season to season. Those answers shape how usable it really is.

I help buyers in Northwest Montana sort through these details before excitement turns into a surprise.

If you're comparing lake-access or creek-adjacent property, I'm happy to help you think through the questions.

A fenced backyard with Whitefish Mountain Resort views is hard to forget.

This sold townhome stood out for its private patio yard, single-level layout, and easy everyday livability. Built in 2022, it offered modern finishes and a heated insulated garage.

1681 Bull Run | 2 bed | 1 bath | 948 sq ft | built 2022

If you're starting to think about your next move, the link in bio is a good place to begin.

Near Polson and Flathead Lake, this sold lot offered the kind of Montana setting that makes it easy to picture mornings in the trees and afternoons on the water.

1 acre with lake access, multiple building sites, and utilities nearby. A flexible opportunity for a future home, getaway, or long-term hold.

NHN US Hwy 93 | 1 acre lot

Watching for land around Polson or the lake? Check the link in bio. I share new opportunities there.