Part 2 Tips on Moving from the Swinney Sells Team Helena, Mt.

So you have sold your home and you are on the move to beautiful and spectacular Helena, Montana and you are preparing to load up your car for the long drive, here is an additional checklist that might be of help.

___ Have your car serviced, check fuel, oil, have the tires rotated.

___ A list of your children’s immunization record and previous school documentation.

___  Get copies of your bank statements, savings account numbers, stock and bonds act.

___ Safe Deposit contents and key, What are you going to do with your previous safe deposit box, Cancel or keep?

___ Return any borrowed items.

___ Cancel memberships in organizations,

___ Transfer Church related items

___ Make reservations at a motel in advance just in case you are not spending your first few nights at your new home.

___ Don’t forget to pack overnight clothes, tooth brushes, razor medications,  flashlight, children’s favorite blankets, pillows, etc.

___ Cancel your newspaper and milk deliveries

___Make certain to leave all keys to your previous home including garage door openers

___What about your pets, how are they going to travel?  Do you have a list of their up to date vaccinations from your veterinarian?

___Ask for referrals from your previous Realtor, attorney, doctors, bankers, veterinarian, any one of the essentials.

___Be sure to leave your existing home in a “Broom Clean Fashion” for the new buyers, including cleaning out the refrigerator,

dishwasher, empty all trash and debris.  Replace light bulbs if necessary. You want to keep the new buyers happy and proud.

One idea is a hand written note thanking them for purchasing your home, leave some candy, a bottle of wine, soft drinks, etc.

Moving is hetic at best.  Try to get a good nights sleep before leaving,  Make certain the children, pets are all secured before departing.  Don’t pull a Vacation  and back out of your garage with all of your luggage on top of the family truckster without checking that it will clear the garage door!  Buckle up and drive safely!  Call us if you need anything 406 442-3616. The Swinney sells Team!

Remember we offer a Free Moving Truck for local moves..call for details and reservations

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE OUR FREE – LOCAL MOVING TRUCK!

PS.  Just a note to let you know that we have a NEW Cell Phone Ban including texting while driving in the city limits of Helena, Mt.

Moving can be a complicated and chaotic time, The Swinney Sells Team has created a moving checklist to assist you in this process.  Moving locally is different as compared to moving out – of – state.  So, not all of these will be pertinent to everybody but can easily be printed out and used as a reference.  Ryan and Bruce Swinney Helena, Mt. Real Estate Brokers offer a few lasts minute moving suggestions.

In your car keep these items with you prior to closing on your new home, you may need them at closing.

___All phone numbers of anyone related to your home sale and new home purchase, including lenders, and your favorite real estate company.

(Example:  The Swinney Sells Team  406-442-3616 or Ryan Swinney 406-431-8130 or  Bruce Swinney 406-431-1508)

___  Copy of Buy-Sell From Previous Home and estimated net sheet.

___  Copy of new home purchase Buy-Sell

___ Cancellation of previous insurance on previous home

___ Copy of new insurance binder for your lender and closing agent

___  Copy of checking and savings account numbers and records

___   Most recent pay stubs (just in case)

___  Copy of current driver’s license

___  Pick up any last minute laundry before you leaving town permanently

___  Return all borrowed items

___ Mail Change of Address forms: Example Banks, Credit Card Companies, Magazines, Post Office, and Personal Friends.

___ Cancel any monthly memberships, do you have any rebates or deposits coming?

___ Pay final utilities, including water, HOA Fees from previous home

___ Safe Deposit items, are you keeping the existing safe deposit box?

___Cell Phone, previous and current phone book if needed.

___ Ask your Physician, Dentist, Attorney, Realtor, for referral information in your new area

Part 2 will be posted soon, so come on back!

SWINNEY SELLS TEAM OFFERS FREE MOVING TRUCK

Not all Helena, MT Real Estate Offices are the same!  One of our unique features is that we offer the use of a FREE Moving Truck to our clients, and or other charitable organizations who are in need of helping others.  Items you will need to supply us with are a current Montana driver’s license, proof of insurance, pick up and return the truck in a timely manner as agreed upon, & refill the gas you use.  The Swinney Sells Team is helping Helena, Mt homeowners move one mile at a time.

Our moving truck has been used by hundreds of our clients, churches, for food drives, and countless other events!  Don’t hesitate to call us to check availability for our moving truck at 406.442.3616.  Or you can simply fill out the form by following the link below.

FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THE SWINNEY SELLS TEAM MOVING TRUCK CLICK HERE!

We apologize the website does not keep track of the trucks schedule, so you must call us for availability.  Weekends do fill up quickly, especially in the summer months, so call as soon as you know when you are moving.  Also, if you are just thinking of moving,  selling, or buying, call us.  We’ve helped many Helena families out with Real Estate Services over the past 15 plus years and can help you as well.

Helena Montana Real Estate Team - The Swinney Sells Team

Golden Estates 3 has been a good area for The Swinney Sells Team this 2011 real estate season.   The Swinney Sells Team, www.swinneysells.com sold or participated in the sale of  three single family properties in this area alone.  After almost 30 years in the single family residential real estate market it is almost a phenomena.  If you are a homeowner thinking of selling, and you see one sold sign pop up in your neighborhood you can certainly believe that more homes will sell in your neighborhood in a short time frame.   For some strange reason other homeowners and buyers are thinking the same thing about buying and selling.  This was true for The Swinneysells team participating in three closed transactions for 2011.  Patients and perseverance pays off.  Congratulations to the sellers, buyers, and agents in the Helena, Montana real estate market.

Sold MLS # 277072

Sold MLS # 277100

Sold MLS #277126.

If you live in Golden Estates and are thinking of selling and would like a Competitive Market Analysis (CMA) or would like to talk Real Estate Marketing call  Bruce or Ryan Swinney at 406 442-3616.  If you would like to request a CMA click here!

UNIQUE PROPERTY HERE…YOU CAN LITERALLY FLY IN OR FLY OUT

When you become the proud owners of this beautiful one level home complete with your own private landing strip.  With a runway approximately 2,000 ft. in length this is an ideal property for the buyer who loves to fly his or her own aircraft.  The run way is an irrigated grass landing strip.  You can taxi right in to a fully covered, self-contained hanger complete with heated garage and work shop space plus a half bath.

The home comes with a gorgeous 8.5 acres that are meticulously groomed and a 7.5 acre parcel that is leased through the rail road company for $100/year.  Built for the current owners originally in 1978, then remodel extensively.  The home is bright open and cheerful.  All the rooms are large and spacious.  The kitchen is a chef’s dream come true with beautiful Quartz counter tops plus the latest in cooking appliance amenities.  There is even a wonderful private patio located just off the kitchen with a built in grill and outdoor fireplace.

This home is really a Dream Come True and reflect a leisurely lifestyle.  All of your recreational vehicles, boats, motor homes, 4 Wheelers, truck, snowmobiles have protected garage spaces.  There are 3 shops on the property:  The first is an 80′ X 40′ with a 4 car garage in front and an airplane hanger in back.  There is a 3/4 bath in this building and radiant in floor heat with a wood stove too.  The second is a 30′ X 40′ 3 car un-insulated garage which is ideal for the mowers, etc.  The third is a 36′ X 60′ motor home storage garage with 14′ doors.  This property is ideal for someone with a lot of toys.

Call Ryan or Bruce Swinney to schedule a showing 406 442-3616.  Virtual tour of this wonderful home: www.swinneysells.com

Or click here to watch a virtual tour of this amazing property!

Why should I use an agent to purchase a new-construction home?

The advantages of having us help you purchase a new home are the same as those for purchasing an existing home for resale. We can provide you with valuable insight into the new construction industry, help you find the perfect home quickly, and then provide you with expertise in contract writing, negotiation, & assistance in getting your dream home closed. The builder has a professional real estate representative who watches out for his or her best interests, and you need and deserve the same expert representation watching out for yours.

Buying a new home is a little more difficult and time-consuming than buying a resale home. We can professionally guide you through this process. Having spent years working with builders, The Swinney Sells Team has a rapport with them and a database of information about subdivisions, floor plans, etc. The Swinney Sells Team is also very familiar with new home warranties & the nuances of the builder’s purchase contracts and various home inspections.

It is very important that your interests be professionally represented when you are entering into a contract for a semi-custom or build-to-suit home. These transactions are complex and the contract details must be exactly in order to protect and to ensure that you get exactly the home you want!

And when it comes to the home inspection, we will explain to you why it is essential to hire an independent home inspector to thoroughly inspect a newly constructed home.

Are there any advantages to not using an agent to purchase a new home?

There is no financial advantage for you to buy directly from the builder. Builders typically have a “single price” policy, meaning that you will be charged the same price whether an agent represents your interests or not. Just as in resale, the seller pays your agent’s fee. Most builders will make you give up your right to representation if you approach them first personally; therefore, it is essential that you call The Swinney Sells Team first before you start interviewing builders, so that you are given the representation that you deserve. Call The Swinney Sells Team at 406-442-3616 and let us help you start building your future in a new house to call home.

Once we have your criteria, we search the Multiple Listing Service daily to find properties that match your criteria.  Once a match is found, we send data sheets for that property to you, either by email or postal mail. This allows you to look at properties on your time and to review all of the details of that property.  We are available by INternet so you can easily send us an email if you have any questions or would like to make an appointment to see a property with a Swinney Sells Team Realtor. 

WE SEARCH FOR HOMES THAT MEET YOUR CRITERIA!

NOTIFICATION BY MAIL OR BY EMAIL!

A SEPARATE BUYER DIVISION TO SAVE YOUR TIME!

A TEAM OF TRAINED PROFESSIONALS WILL WORK HARD FOR YOU AND WITH YOU!

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate, call the Swinney Sells Team today at 866-442-3616 or 406-442-3616 or email office@bruceswinney.com

JUST LISTED. The Ink Is Still Wet! Welcome to 2660 Cobre Drive in East Helena, Mt A charming 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch style home that was constructed in 1978 this precious home has been owned by one owner for 22 years approximately. Lots of love and affection have gone into this cozy rancher with convent one level living. Many upgrades have been completed in the last few years such as new vinyl siding, new vinyl windows, a pellet stove, beautiful hickory cabinets in the kitchen area, underground sprinklers in the back yard only, a window air conditioning unit, and a fenced in place for your puppy equipped with dog house, even the roof has been replaced. The back yard is totally fenced with secured chain link fencing. The landscaping is mature and beautiful. There is also a two car detached garage with automatic garage door opener. Located in a friendly East Helena Neighborhood in the popular La Casa Grande Estates this is an excellent home for the beginning 1st time homebuyer’s or the senior who does wants great access with only a couple of steps. Affordably price and ready for new ownership don’t miss this cute home. Call The Swinney Sells Team at 1-406-442-3616 and start packing. Your real estate needs are Customized not Franchised at the Swinney Sells Team located at 502 West Custer Ave, Helena, Mt. 59601

The Swinney Sells Team is on fire this year!  To date the Helena Multiple Listing Service (MLS) has an average sales price of $207,674 for residential listings.  The Swinney Sells Team has an average sales price of $231,095.77.  Also, the average list-to-sales price of the Helena MLS is 97.92% list to sales price, whereas the Swinney Sells Team is supporting a 98.33% list-to-sales price.  What this means is that we will put our excellent negotiating skills to work for you, getting you top dollar in the shortest time frame.

With  only 14 marketing specialists, The Swinney Sells Team is a boutique agency offering great one-on-one customer service with the high attention to detail & excellent communication.  The Swinney Sells Team has an unbelievable marketing package that offers your property the most exposure possible!  Call us today to see how The Swinney Sells Team can benefit you 406-442-3616.

The Silver City Bar is now for sale; complete with approximately 5000 square feet of working space including 2 bars (only one is presently in use), approximately 4.66 acres, 2 efficiency apartments, a mobile rental pad, all tables, chairs, cooking appliances, liquor machines, coolers, glassware, barware, cutlery, plates, fixtures, music system including a 16 channel sound board & speakers, liquor & gaming licenses. Your imagination is the most limiting factor! There is potential throughout this property & multiple potential sources of income here. The present owners are operating this as a bar & a restaurant, serving primarily bar food only. But, a new owner may want to expand the menu into more of a supper club. During the winter months, The Silver City Bar is at the junction just before the Great Divide Ski Resort, so snow sports enthusiasts will be a great target market. During the summer months you will have many recreational enthusiasts on their way to Lincoln, Montana & the Seeley & Swan Lakes areas driving by. The present owners also own a house on 18 acres that adjoins this property, which is for sale with the Bar for a total price of $750,000. This option really opens the doors for more potential! For a detailed packet of information on this property contact Ryan Swinney at 406-431-8130 or the Swinney Sells Team at 866-442-3616.