If you're one of those lucky Montanans who own your home, or bought before the market decided to go crazy, congratulations.

Seriously, I mean that.

For the rest of us that are looking to buy and don't make a bazillion dollars a year, well, at least we're not alone.

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While home prices in Montana have decreased over the last several months, the high interest rates don't allow for much relief, and if you're like me and you refuse to pay half a million dollars for a townhome with no yard in Bozeman, then what I'm about to say probably won't help much.

However, if you're a homeowner, listen up.

There are a few improvements that you can make on your home that will bring you a very high ROI (Return on Investment), so if you do decide to one day sell, you can make sure that your overpriced home has the best chance of making you the most money.

Before we reveal these home improvements, let's look at the best places in Montana to call home.

Montana's Top 5 Towns To Call Home

They say "Home is where your heart is", and if your heart is in Big Sky Country, there's a little bit of something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a bigger city feel or a small town, you can find it here in Montana.

So, which Montana towns are the best places to call home? According to one source, 5 towns make the list, and you can find all 5 below.

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How do I make my Montana home more valuable?

What are some things that add value to your home? An additional bedroom? An extra bath? Outside kitchen? Fire Pit? All of those sound great, but some of those improvements can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

According to the folks over at Roofing Craftsmen, there are a few things you can do to help with your return on investment and increase the value of your home.  Here are few of those improvements below:

  • Vinyl Siding
  • Window Replacement
  • Composite Deck
  • Concrete Patio Replacement

Of course, that is just a few items to help you make back the money you spend, but if you're looking for a big return on investment, there's something simple you can do that will give you a nice wow factor.

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The number one item with the highest return on investment is...a new garage door. Yep, something that simple can not only make your home stand out, but it has over a 100 percent return on investment.

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A few other items you might want to consider, a screened-in porch, wood floors, a metal roof, and new kitchen appliances.

Ten Best Towns To Raise A Family In Montana

Montana is a great place for those looking to raise a family. So which towns are the best? According to the folks at Niche, some Montana towns stand out a little more than others when it comes to the best places to start and raise a family in The Treasure State.

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Montana's 7 Most Charming Small Towns

Looking for small-town charm? You certainly don't have to look far in Montana. No matter which part of the state you're in, there's a charming small town near you. But which of these small towns are the most charming? We take a look at 7 Montana towns that make the list.

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10 Best Places To Check Out When Visiting Montana

Montana is one of the most popular states in the nation when it comes to tourism. With multiple National Parks and lots to do and see, more than 12 million people come to Montana each year to visit. While places like Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks are extremely popular, there's a lot more in Montana to do and see.

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