


What You Need to Know about FHA Mortgages
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In March 2023, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) instituted a 30 basis point reduction to the mortgage insurance premiums (MIP) charged to homebuyers who will obtain an FHA-insured mortgage with a 3.5% down payment. This could mean savings…

10 Tips to Find Your Best Mortgage Rate
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Whether you are moving to Montana and buying your first home or have gone through the process half a dozen times before, the journey toward buying a home is always different. A few years ago, it was relatively easy for most to secure a modest…

A Comprehensive Guide to 1031 Exchanges
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Are you interested in reinvesting your capital gains tax instead of paying it out? A 1031 exchange may work for you.
Put simply, a 1031 tax exchange allows for the investor to defer capital gains tax, which then results in more capital to…


The Festival of Lights & Annual Christmas Convoy in Belgrade, MT
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If you ever thought to yourself that Christmas should be celebrated all month long, guess what, you are not alone. The folks in Belgrade, Montana keep December near and dear to their hearts not only for the revered holidays but also to kick…
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