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Terrata Homes from page 1 Create a family retreat — and earn income, too Winning the homebuying race They call it Big Sky Country, but Montana's appeal ranges beyond its natural beauty and diversity. Yes, the Western state grabs your attention with its Rocky Moun- tains, Great Plains and incredible opportunity for outdoor recreation. One other attrac- tion? Space, the chance to build a home or cre- ate a family compound and live life at your own pace. With all the world's been dealing with, it makes sense to fulfill a desire to build a vacation home or per- manent residence with room for family and friends. Imagine waking up and seeing deer and elk, taking the horses out for a ride or drinking up the seasonal colors. This could be your next move. Build a cus- tom dream home or income-producing rent- als on 20 acres of prime real estate in Heron, Montana, for $590,000. The town, which sprouted up when the Northern Pacific Rail- way expanded, is small but there are neighbors on an adjoining 20-acre parcel. And yes, snow is plowed during the season. The land for sale features its own 25 gpm well (gallons per minute) and includes the new 40-foot-by-60-foot shop built in June that is great for RV parking. There are plenty of reasons to act now. "You can do mul- tiple homes/buildings as there is no zoning or restrictions on the property. You don't even need building permits for residential buildings in Montana unless they are in a city," explains builder Mark Garber. Living in Heron, on the western edge of Montana, means great access to outdoor ac- tivities all year long. The Schweitzer Resort in Sandpoint, Idaho, delivers top-notch ski- ing, snowboarding and boasts "an average of 300 inches of annual snowfall." Then when spring and summer ar- rive the birds are chirp- ing, the wildflowers are blooming and the bike trails are beckoning. Schweitzer is about 40 miles from the Heron property. Also a great spot to visit in Idaho is Lake Pend Oreille, which features parks, beaches, boat launches, trails, fishing and plenty of wildlife to observe, too. Two towns, Noxon, Montana, and Clark Fork, Idaho, are about 15 miles away from the property and offer access to grocery shopping, gas stations, and restaurants. It's time to discover a different kind of lifestyle. Call or text Mark Garber for additional information at (406) 253-4545 or email him at mbgarber66@yahoo.com. Buy 20 acres of prime real estate in Montana for $590,000. The property comes with a newly built 2,400-square-foot shop. Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho's largest lake, is just 30 minutes from the property for sale. square feet with up to three bedrooms and three full bathrooms. Each home comes with the thoughtful features and elegant designs that one expects from Terrata Homes such as spacious layouts, fully-equipped chef-inspired kitchens, added flex rooms and ex- quisite interior finishes. These new single- story plans come com- plete with a multitude of high-end finishes such as upgraded stainless steel Whirl- pool appliances, a gas cooktop and double oven, sprawling granite countertops, oversize gray cabinetry with crown molding, a mod- ern white subway tile backsplash — and that's just in the kitchen! Throughout these four new floor plans, home- buyers will love the designer light fixtures, beautiful wood-style flooring, 2-inch faux- wood blinds, program- mable thermostats and included solar panels. Ideally located in the highly sought-after east Bay Area, Summit at Liberty is a premier gated community that offers residents the op- portunity to experience the height of life, in the perfect place to call home. Within this ex- traordinary community, world-class amenities are right at your front doorstep. At the 4.5-acre amenity complex, Club Liberty, you will find a resort-style pool and pool house, a state-of- the-art fitness center, bocce ball courts, the Ranch House, Events Barn, and more. The Ranch House serves as the central gather- ing place for residents with several comfort- able spaces to meet, a cafe area and a large covered patio with a fire pit. Club Lib- erty is also home to a community garden with a potting shed and the Events Barn where residents can host larger events or take advantage of the art studio, business lounge or craft room. Just a short walk from Club Liberty is the Racquet Center. Here, residents enjoy two tennis courts and four pickleball courts. Discover brand-new homes, exciting ameni- ties and an enriched lifestyle at this premier 55+ community. This new series of homes at Summit at Liberty is priced from the low $600,000s with quick- move-in opportunities available. To learn more or schedule a tour, please call (877) 899- 1091, Ext. 578, or visit SummitAtLiberty.com. Content provided by LGI Homes By Marilyn Kennedy Melia CTW FEATURES The housing market is now a game of musical chairs. And only buyers who stake their claim before others do will wind up with the keys to a new home. How quick did suc- cessful buyers have to be in 2021, a year with sparse listings that promises to repeat itself in 2022? The National Association of Realtors (NAR) found that it took a median of eight weeks from the time a buyer started looking with a real estate agent until their successful purchase offer — a record low. But that eight-week period reflects only those who made a purchase. "Many of our clients have been looking for over a year with mul- tiple offer submissions," observes Vincent Cyr, of Keller Williams Real Estate in West Ches- ter, Pennsylvania. And they're returning this year to try again, he adds. Sometimes what a buyer is willing to offer just doesn't match the competition. But in any case, buyers must decide on offers quickly. Here are some tips to consider before you ramp up your house hunting. Narrow the field: De- fine your "must-have" list, whether it's two full bath- rooms or three bedrooms. Leave out any home lack- ing those priorities. Also, define "nice-to-have" features that you can live without, says Shannon Minsch, an agent with Charles Rutenberg Realty in Clearwater, Florida. The National Associa- tion of Realtors finds that buyers search at least two weeks online before working with an agent. "Restrict your digital favoring" solely to likely properties, advises Col- leen Kirk, marketing pro- fessor, New York Institute of Technology. Even just hitting "save to list" on an improbable home inhibits focus on realistic choices. Act only when confident: Rushing to make an offer without all key information, such as whether the home is structurally sound or whether you can swing a certain price, isn't worth it. But "if the buyer is prepared," they should act quickly, Cyr says. Stop the clock: When buyers land a home quickly, they're susceptible to worry that maybe they acted too quickly, Kirk notes. "Tell- ing others about (your purchase]) or posting it on social media should help consumers feel that the transaction is closed," Kirk concludes. th UPCOMING PUBLISHING DATES: May 20 & 22• SepteMber 23 & 25 19 H6 BAY AREA NEWS GROUP 001 Homes | Advertising Section