BUYERS INFORMATION
WAYS TO KEEP THE LOVE AFFAIR WITH MONTANA GOING STRONG...
- Be realistic about the gap between the cost of living here and where you're from.
- Be prepared for living in a remote spot, without many public services.
- Don't assume that you will be able to earn wages similar to other areas of the country.
- Bring a “money cushion.”
- Listen to and observe the locals, the old timers. You can learn a lot from them.
- Leave your ideas of how it should be and embrace what you love about Montana.
- Get involved in your new community.
- Look at the never-ending sky, breathe in the clean Montana air, celebrate Nature's finest... and cherish being in “the last best place”.
- You'll fall even more deeply in love, with Montana.
- Read the “Code of the New West.”
THINK ABOUT HOW YOU WOULD DESCRIBE YOUR DREAM PROPERTY. The more we know about your dreams, the better we can serve you.
- Vacant land, Home, Cabin, Ranch, Commercial?
- What size land? A lot in town, 1 acre, 5 acres, 20 acres, 160 acres, or more?
- What size and style of house? New, old, log, frame, one level or more?
- Location? In the Madison Valley, near Ennis or anywhere in Montana?
- How far from a town? How far are you willing to drive to stores?
- What features are most important on the land? Trees, creek, river, views, Public Lands access, seclusion, power nearby, etc.?
- Is your purchase for retirement, a second home, investment or relocation?
- Do you need winter access (other than by snowmobile)?
- What recreational activities are important to you?
- Do you plan to have horses (or other animals) on your property?
- Price Range – What is your budget? Do you need financing?
- When do you plan to make a trip out to see the area?
- What is your purchase schedule?
ARROW REAL ESTATE→→→ the straight shooters→→→
We are the quality boutique of local Ennis real estate offices, not the Wal-Mart.
We provide personal attention and professional service, not just
big name promises. You are special to us.
OUR AGENTS ARE HERE TO HELP YOU:
- Don Bowen, the broker owner here at Arrow Real Estate, is a “master” who has over 45 years experience in real estate sales and development in California and Montana.
- Toni Bowen, broker owner, has a background in systems analyses and administration with over 15 years in real estate sales in Montana.
- Jay Willett, broker associate, is a great “people person” with over 5 years in local real estate sales on top of 30 years experience in education.
- Karen Swedman, broker associate, takes care of her clients like family. Her background in mortgage banking, social work and real estate makes for a great combination of skills and experience.
We, the brokers of Arrow Real Estate, pledge...
- To provide the highest level of service to our Buyers and Sellers;
- To handle every transaction with careful attention and concern;
- To represent the interests of our clients and customers;
- To treat all clients with respect and dignity;
- To operate with integrity and loyalty in all areas of business and community involvement;
- To support our community with participation and contribution;
- To hold ourselves to the highest standards in every aspect of our business; and
- To adhere to the Code of Ethics established by the National Association of REALTORS®
IF YOU WANT TO MOVE TO ENNIS, MONTANA...
make sure you know how you’re going to earn a living.
And if you’re retired, think about your views on further development.
Recognize local ranchers or landowners may need to sell the land –
for their retirement.
