The end of 2009 and beginning of 2010, the national economy caught up with Montana.  While we typically avoid the peaks and valleys of economic swings and remain relatively flat and steady, it doesn't mean we haven't felt the lingering effects of the ongoing recession.  In the past year, state revenue projections have plummeted.  Locally, the city of Helena faces a $650,000 shortfall which led to the elimination of one police officer and one firefighter position.

Our airport, Helena Regional Airport, has seen a 20% increase in the number of travelers flying out of Helena in the last year.

After nearly a decade of stability, the Helena hospitality scene is burgeoning again.  Three new properties are poised to bring more than 250 additional rooms to the local inventory.  Coming soon to Helena, Residence Inn by Marriott, a 91 room, all-suite property.  Comfort Suites hotel, will bring 90 more suites to the local inventory and Holiday Inn Express is under construction behind the new Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant. 

Just a quick note to let you know our website is now up and running!  We are still working on a few ideas, pages and of course the bugs!  This is pretty exciting!  We want to thank Bryan Knaff with Ginger Bee who has more than guided us through this project.  Having never written on a Blog, this is going to be interesting.  In the days, weeks, months and years to follow, we hope to keep you updated with the Real Estate Market - not only in Helena, but in general.  Once again, THANKS BRYAN!  Pam & Deb

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