Great Falls Real Estate Investment Guide For 2026
A comprehensive resource for investors looking to capitalize on Montana’s most affordable major market, anchored by Malmstrom Air Force Base, Benefis Health System, and a steady, recession resistant economic base
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1. Great Falls Market Overview
Market Fundamentals
Great Falls sits where the Missouri River drops over a series of waterfalls in north central Montana, a setting that earned the city its nicknames The Electric City for its hydroelectric dams and the Western Art Capital of the World for its deep ties to painter Charles M. Russell. Montana’s third largest city by population, Great Falls runs a smaller, more concentrated economy than Billings, anchored overwhelmingly by Malmstrom Air Force Base and Benefis Health System rather than a broad mix of industries. That concentration is also Great Falls’ defining investment trait: a predictable, recurring tenant pool driven by military assignment cycles, paired with the most affordable price point of any major Montana market.
Key economic indicators that define Great Falls’ investment case:
- Population: about 60,000 city proper, roughly 85,000 across the Cascade County metro area
- Major Employers: Malmstrom Air Force Base (the largest employer in the area), Benefis Health System (the largest hospital between Seattle and Minneapolis), Great Falls Public Schools, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana, regional agriculture
- Median Household Income: about $63,400
- Largest Employment Sectors: defense and government, health care, education, agriculture, retail trade
- No State Sales Tax: Montana is one of only five states without one
- Median Age: 39 years
Malmstrom AFB is home to the 341st Missile Wing and roughly 3,300 active duty personnel, with a total military community of 8,000 to 10,000 once families are included. The base’s long term future was reinforced in early 2026 when the Air Force confirmed the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile program is on track for a major milestone decision later this year, with a Site Activation Task Force already on the ground in Great Falls planning the transition. For investors, that translates into a tenant base that turns over predictably on 3 to 4 year assignment cycles rather than disappearing, a structural advantage smaller civilian dependent towns do not have.
Great Falls sits along the Missouri River’s waterfalls, anchored by Malmstrom Air Force Base and Benefis Health System
2026 Economic Outlook
- The Sentinel ICBM modernization program securing Malmstrom’s long term mission and workforce through the 2030s
- Montana’s new HB 231 property tax structure rewarding long term rental ownership over second homes and short term rentals, with Great Falls’ lower price point keeping nearly every property inside the lowest tax tier
- Sharp recent price growth, roughly 16 to 17% over the past year, driven by tight inventory rather than population growth, likely to normalize
- Continued reliance on Benefis Health System and the broader Cascade County agricultural economy for non military employment
Investment Climate
Great Falls offers a fundamentally different risk and return profile than Montana’s mountain resort markets or even Billings. Where Billings investors target positive cash flow at a moderate price point, Great Falls investors can target similar or stronger cash flow at the lowest price point of any major Montana market, in exchange for accepting a smaller, more concentrated economic base. Successful Great Falls investors tend to share a few characteristics:
- Comfort with a two employer concentrated economy built around Malmstrom Air Force Base and Benefis Health System rather than broad diversification
- Awareness of the PCS assignment cycle and how it drives both tenant turnover and seasonal listing patterns
- Appreciation for the lightest short term rental compliance burden of any major Montana city
- Awareness of the new 2026 property tax tiers and how Great Falls’ lower price point keeps nearly every property inside the lowest bracket
- Patience with a smaller, less competitive offer environment than Billings, Bozeman, or Missoula
Montana’s preemption of local rent control, combined with a genuinely landlord friendly statewide eviction framework, gives Great Falls investors a regulatory environment closer to Texas or Arizona than to West Coast cities. Layered on top of that statewide advantage, Great Falls itself has not added the kind of short term rental permitting or rental registration system found in Billings, Bozeman, or Missoula, making it one of the simplest cities in Montana to operate a rental property in.
Historical Performance (2020 to 2026)
| Year | Median Home Value | YoY Change | Notable Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $185,000 | +4.5% | Pre pandemic baseline, among the most affordable mid size cities in the Mountain West |
| 2022 | $255,000 | +14.0% | Pandemic era remote buyer interest reaches even Montana’s smaller cities |
| 2024 | $300,000 | +6.5% | Growth moderates alongside the rest of Montana as rates rise |
| 2025 | $305,000 | +1.7% | A brief pause before inventory tightens again |
| 2026 | $355,000 | +16.6% | Months of supply falls to roughly 1.7, sharply tightening the market |
Figures blend Zillow Home Value Index and Redfin and Houzeo median sale price data. Methodologies differ enough between sources that exact figures vary, but the direction and magnitude of the recent acceleration are consistent across all of them.
Demographic Trends Driving Demand
- Malmstrom’s Predictable Assignment Cycle – active duty personnel rotate in and out on 3 to 4 year PCS cycles, creating a tenant base that is recurring rather than disappearing
- Benefis Health System’s Regional Pull – the largest hospital between Seattle and Minneapolis draws medical professionals and traveling healthcare workers from across the broader region
- Washington and Pacific Northwest Migration – job and affordability driven relocations form a meaningful secondary inbound stream
- University of Providence Enrollment – a smaller but steady source of student and young professional rental demand near the University and Central district
- Concentrated, Mission Driven Growth – unlike Bozeman’s lifestyle driven boom or Billings’ broad based diversification, Great Falls’ growth tracks two specific institutions rather than a wide economic base
- Black Eagle’s Unincorporated Growth – continued residential activity in this census designated place just across the Missouri River, outside Great Falls city ordinances
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2. Neighborhood Hotspots
Where Smart Money Is Moving in 2026
Top Hotspots
Fox Farm (the most established family neighborhood), the University and Central district near Benefis Health System (the strongest rental demand), Riverview (Missouri River appreciation), Black Eagle (unincorporated, the lowest price point), and the area near Malmstrom Air Force Base (steady military rental demand) lead for 2026. Downtown offers the strongest walkability and historic character but thinner cap rates. Northeast Great Falls and the Gore Hill corridor offer a middle ground between newer construction and affordability.
Typical Cap Rates
5.0 to 8.0% across most Great Falls single family and small multifamily properties, among the strongest cap rate profiles in Montana given the city’s low entry price. University and Central district properties and Black Eagle generally land at the top of that range, while Riverview, West Hill, and Downtown trade more on appreciation and command tighter yields in the 4.0 to 5.5% band.
Great Falls Investment Neighborhood Map
Interactive map of Great Falls’ investment neighborhoods. Green stars show top hotspots, blue circles mark established markets, and orange circles highlight emerging pockets.
Core Investment Neighborhoods
Detailed Submarket Analysis: All Great Falls Neighborhoods
| Submarket | Price Range | Cap Rate | Character | Best Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University and Central District | $180,000 to $280,000 | 6.5 to 8.0% | Older, walkable, hospital and university adjacent | Cash flow, duplex conversion |
| Black Eagle | $150,000 to $250,000 | 7.0 to 9.0% | Unincorporated, industrial roots, lowest price point | Cash flow, manufactured housing |
| Malmstrom Vicinity | $230,000 to $340,000 | 6.0 to 7.5% | Military rental base, predictable turnover | Balanced buy and hold |
| Fox Farm | $260,000 to $400,000 | 5.0 to 6.0% | Established, family oriented, tree lined | Long term appreciation |
| Riverview | $280,000 to $420,000 | 4.5 to 5.5% | River views, downtown adjacent | Appreciation |
| Downtown | $180,000 to $380,000 | 4.0 to 5.5% | Historic, walkable, arts and dining | Appreciation, loft conversion |
Expert Insight: “Most out of state investors only ever hear about Billings or Bozeman, so they miss that Great Falls quietly has the best price to rent ratio of any sizable city in Montana. The base gives you a tenant pool that simply does not exist in a typical small city this size. Airmen rotate in and out on a predictable schedule, BAH covers the rent reliably, and the University and Central district right next to Benefis keeps a second, completely separate demand pool going for healthcare workers. You are not betting on population growth here, you are renting to two dependable groups that already exist.” – Ashley Renner, Senior Agent, Electric City Realty Group
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3. Property Types
📋 2026 Update: Montana’s Statewide Upzoning Is Now Settled Law
In March 2026 the Montana Supreme Court unanimously upheld the state’s 2023 housing package against a constitutional challenge, removing the last legal cloud over two laws that directly expand what an investor can build on a Great Falls lot. Senate Bill 528 requires every Montana municipality to allow at least one accessory dwelling unit by right on any lot with a single family home, up to 1,000 square feet or 75% of the primary home’s floor area, with no owner occupancy requirement and no added parking mandate. Senate Bill 323 requires cities over 5,000 residents, which includes Great Falls, to allow duplexes anywhere a single family home is allowed. Great Falls is also one of the 10 larger Montana cities required to update its land use plan under Senate Bill 382, with a May 2026 deadline.
| Investment Goal | Best Property Type | Best Neighborhoods | Minimum Capital |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongest Cash Flow | Duplex or small multi family | University and Central District, Black Eagle | $75,000 to $115,000 |
| Lowest Entry Price | Manufactured home or modest single family | Black Eagle, Malmstrom Vicinity | $35,000 to $60,000 |
| Predictable Military Demand | Single family or furnished rental | Malmstrom Vicinity, Northeast Great Falls | $65,000 to $95,000 |
| Long Term Appreciation | Riverview or Fox Farm single family | Riverview, Fox Farm, Downtown | $75,000 to $115,000 |
| Lowest Management | Newer single family or townhome | Northeast Great Falls, Gore Hill | $85,000 to $125,000 |
4. Cost Analysis
Acquisition Cost Breakdown (Great Falls)
| Expense Item | Typical Cost | Example ($320,000 Property) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down Payment | 25% (investment) | $80,000 | Standard for investment properties in Great Falls |
| Closing Costs | 2 to 3% of price | $6,400 to $9,600 | Title, escrow, lender fees, recording |
| General Inspection | $400 to $600 | $500 | Furnace and roof condition are the main flags in Great Falls’ older housing stock |
| Initial Repairs | 0 to 8% of price | $0 to $25,600 | Highly variable, older University district and Black Eagle homes often need more |
| Reserves (6 months) | 6 months expenses | $7,500 to $11,000 | Emergency fund for vacancy and repairs |
| TOTAL CASH TO CLOSE | ~28 to 32% of value | $94,000 to $127,000 | Montana’s lowest cash to close requirement among its larger cities |
Why Great Falls Investors Get the Most Out of HB 231
Montana’s HB 231 property tax overhaul created two completely different tax outcomes for the same house depending on how it is used, and Great Falls’ low price point means most properties capture the full benefit of the lowest tier. The reduced rate is not automatic. Owners of long term rental property must actively apply with the Montana Department of Revenue, typically between December 1 and March 1 each year, at revenue.mt.gov, to be enrolled at the lower tiered rate.
| Classification | Rate Structure | Annual Tax on $300,000 Property |
|---|---|---|
| Long Term Rental (enrolled), Single Family | 0.76% flat, entirely inside the lowest tier | $2,280 |
| Long Term Rental, Multi Family (2 or more units) | Flat 1.10% | $3,300 |
| Second Home or Short Term Rental | Flat 1.90% on full value | $5,700 |
Because Great Falls’ typical purchase price sits well under the $378,000 statewide median, an enrolled single family long term rental here never crosses into the higher 0.90% or 1.10% tiers the way a comparable Billings or Bozeman property might. Investors capture the full benefit of the lowest bracket on essentially the whole purchase price, making the enrollment decision worth roughly $3,420 a year on a typical $300,000 property compared to the second home and short term rental rate.
Sample Cash Flow Analysis: University District Duplex
| Item | Monthly | Annual | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 Rent | $1,300 | $15,600 | 2BR side, University and Central District |
| Unit 2 Rent | $1,300 | $15,600 | 2BR side, University and Central District |
| Gross Income | $2,600 | $31,200 | |
| Less Vacancy (5%) | -$130 | -$1,560 | Conservative estimate |
| Property Taxes | -$293 | -$3,520 | Flat 1.10% multi family long term rental rate on $320,000 |
| Insurance | -$117 | -$1,400 | Landlord policy covering both units |
| Property Management (9%) | -$222 | -$2,668 | Local Great Falls rate for two units, single address |
| Maintenance and CapEx | -$208 | -$2,496 | 8% of gross rent |
| Net Operating Income | $1,630 | $19,556 | Before mortgage |
| Mortgage ($320,000 price, 25% down, 6.75%, 30yr) | -$1,557 | -$18,689 | Principal and interest only |
| CASH FLOW (25% down) | +$73 | +$876 | Modestly positive at standard financing |
| Cap Rate | 6.11% | NOI divided by purchase price |
Great Falls’ lower entry price relative to rent means this duplex example reaches positive cash flow at standard 25% down, something most Montana cities cannot deliver without a higher down payment. A comparable standalone single family home at this price point and rent level still performs reasonably, but combining two rent rolls under one roof remains the clearest path to the top of the city’s cap rate range.
Expert Insight: “Great Falls gets overlooked because it does not have a flashy growth story, but the numbers do the talking. You are buying at close to half the price of a comparable Billings property in some neighborhoods, and the University district duplex math actually works without any creative financing. Add a basic ADU to a Fox Farm single family and you have turned a break even property into a real cash flow asset for less than the cost of a kitchen remodel in a bigger market.” – Ashley Renner, Senior Agent, Electric City Realty Group
5. Legal Framework
✅ Montana Is Landlord Friendly, and Great Falls Adds Almost No Extra Layers
Montana’s statewide landlord tenant law is straightforward and favors property owners relative to most large U.S. markets. Great Falls is one of the simplest cities in the state to operate in, since it has not layered on the kind of city specific rental registration or short term rental permit system found in Billings, Bozeman, or Missoula. Always confirm current rules with a Montana licensed real estate attorney before closing.
Montana Statewide Landlord Tenant Law
Montana Code Annotated Title 70, Chapters 24 and 25 govern every residential lease in the state, including Great Falls:
- Non Payment Notice: A 3 day pay or vacate notice is required before a non payment eviction can proceed.
- Lease Violation Notice: A 14 day notice applies for other lease violations, with a 3 day cure period built in before the landlord can terminate.
- No Rent Control: State law preempts any local government from enacting rent control or rent stabilization.
- Security Deposits: No statutory dollar cap, though 1 to 1.5 months rent is common market practice. Deposits must be returned within 30 days, or 10 days if no deductions are taken, along with an itemized list of any deductions.
- Entry Notice: Landlords must give at least 24 hours notice before entering an occupied unit except in a genuine emergency.
- Repairs: Landlords have 14 days from written notice to make necessary repairs before a tenant can pursue remedies.
- Self Help Evictions Are Illegal: A landlord who changes locks, shuts off utilities, or removes a tenant’s property without a court order can be sued for 3 times actual damages or 3 months rent, whichever is greater.
Great Falls and Cascade County Specifics
Unlike Billings, Bozeman, or Missoula, Great Falls has not adopted a dedicated short term rental ordinance, rental registration program, or city specific business license requirement layered on top of state law:
- No City Short Term Rental Permit: Operating a stay under 30 days requires only the statewide Montana Public Accommodations License from the Department of Public Health and Human Services, not a separate city permit.
- Public Accommodations License: Covers basic health and safety standards, potable water, wastewater disposal, and property maintenance, the same requirement that applies to any Montana lodging business.
- Statewide Lodging Tax: An 8% combined Montana lodging tax applies to short term rental revenue regardless of city limits.
- Property Tax Enrollment: The reduced HB 231 long term rental tax rate is not automatic. Owners must apply with the Montana Department of Revenue, typically between December 1 and March 1, or default to the higher flat rate.
- Black Eagle and Unincorporated Cascade County: Properties outside the Great Falls city limits follow Cascade County zoning rather than city code, an even lighter layer on top of an already light city framework.
- MLUPA Planning Update: As one of Montana’s 10 larger cities, Great Falls must adopt an updated land use plan under Senate Bill 382 by May 2026, which could modestly affect future zoning processes but does not change current landlord tenant or rental licensing rules.
| Regulation | Great Falls | Billings (for comparison) | Investor Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eviction Process | Montana statewide process applies | Montana statewide process applies | No difference, same 3 day notice statewide |
| Short Term Rental | State Public Accommodations License only, no city permit | City business license, annual STR permit, active enforcement | Meaningfully lighter compliance burden in Great Falls |
| ADU and Duplex Rights | Guaranteed by state law, City must allow by right | Guaranteed by state law, City must allow by right | Identical statewide right in both cities |
| Property Tax Classification | HB 231 statewide rules, most properties stay in the lowest tier | HB 231 statewide rules, higher value properties cross into higher tiers | Great Falls’ lower price point captures more of the lowest tax tier |
| Building Permits | City of Great Falls Planning and Community Development | City of Billings Building Division | Different office, generally comparable timelines |
6. Step by Step Great Falls Investment Playbook
Define Your Great Falls Strategy
Great Falls rewards a clear understanding of its two distinct demand pools, military and healthcare, more than it rewards chasing population growth that is not really happening. Before buying, decide which of these strategies fits your goals:
Cash Flow First
Target a duplex or small multi family property in the University and Central District or Black Eagle, where Great Falls’ lowest prices meet its strongest rental demand. Frequently reaches positive cash flow at standard 25% down.
Military Anchored Buy and Hold
Purchase a single family home near Malmstrom and lean on the base’s predictable 3 to 4 year PCS cycle for reliable, BAH backed tenant turnover rather than chasing population growth.
Balanced Buy and Hold With ADU
Purchase a single family home in Fox Farm or the West Side, then add a detached or garage conversion ADU using Montana’s statewide ADU right to meaningfully improve income on an otherwise appreciation focused property.
Long Term Appreciation
Buy in Riverview or Downtown for stronger long term value growth tied to Great Falls’ river trail and Western Art Capital identity, accepting a lower cap rate in exchange.
Build Your Great Falls Team
Great Falls is a smaller, tighter knit market than Billings, so personal relationships matter even more:
- Great Falls Investor Focused Agent: Ideally one with experience working with military relocation timelines and PCS driven buyers and sellers, since that cycle drives a meaningful share of transactions.
- Montana Licensed Property Manager: Ask specifically how they handle military tenant turnover and whether they coordinate with the Malmstrom housing office on referrals.
- ADU and Duplex Experienced Contractor: As in the rest of Montana, not every local contractor has built under the current statewide rules yet, so ask for a recent reference.
- CPA Familiar With Montana’s HB 231 Enrollment Process: The annual long term rental tax enrollment window matters here as much as anywhere in the state.
- Real Estate Attorney: Useful for entity structuring and lease review, a lower stakes hire given Montana’s landlord friendly law and Great Falls’ light local regulatory layer.
Expert Tip: Ask any prospective property manager how they handle the gap between an outgoing military tenant’s move and the next PCS arrival. Managers who actively coordinate with incoming Malmstrom families keep vacancy periods unusually short for a city this size.
Great Falls Specific Due Diligence
Physical Due Diligence
- Furnace and heating system condition given Great Falls’ cold, windy winters
- Roof condition, since the city sees significant wind and hail exposure on the open plains
- Foundation and basement moisture in older University district and Black Eagle homes
- Age of plumbing and electrical systems in pre 1970 housing stock
- Existing ADU or second unit permit history if one is already present
Regulatory Due Diligence
- Confirm whether the property sits inside Great Falls city limits or unincorporated Cascade County, including Black Eagle
- Verify zoning eligibility for an ADU or duplex addition under state law
- Check the seller’s HB 231 enrollment status and most recent property tax bill
- Confirm proximity to Malmstrom’s flight path and any associated noise easements if buying near the base
- Review any subdivision HOA covenants in Northeast Great Falls or Gore Hill, since private covenants can still restrict ADUs even though state law overrides municipal zoning
Competing in Great Falls’ Market
Great Falls has tightened noticeably over the past year, with months of supply falling to roughly 1.7 and homes moving faster than they were a year ago. It is not the bidding war environment of Bozeman, but it is no longer the slow, buyer favorable market it was in 2025.
- Move decisively on well priced University district and Black Eagle listings: These properties are drawing more competition than the headline citywide numbers suggest, since both local and out of state cash flow investors recognize the value.
- Watch the PCS calendar: A meaningful share of Great Falls listings come onto the market tied to military relocation timelines, creating somewhat predictable seasonal inventory patterns around summer assignment changes.
- Do not assume Great Falls is automatically cheap anymore: Prices are up 16 to 17% over the past year, so run current numbers rather than relying on older Montana investment content.
- Use a pre approval from a lender familiar with investment property underwriting to move quickly when a well priced cash flow property does appear.
Property Management in Great Falls
Great Falls carries the same light touch landlord tenant framework as the rest of Montana, without any city specific registration or just cause eviction ordinance. Key focuses for Great Falls landlords:
Typical Great Falls Management Fees
- Single family management: 8 to 10% of monthly rent
- Duplex and small multi family management: 8 to 9% of monthly rent per unit, often discounted slightly for multiple units at one address
- Leasing fee: 50 to 100% of one month’s rent
- Lease renewal fee: $150 to $300 per renewal
Practical Screening Standards
Without a first in time mandate, Great Falls landlords can evaluate multiple qualified applicants and select the strongest fit, while still following fair housing law. For military tenants, many landlords build a simple BAH verification step into screening alongside the usual income, credit, and rental history checks, since BAH provides an unusually reliable, government backed income source.
7. Financing Options for Great Falls
| Loan Type | Down Payment | Rate Premium | Best For | Great Falls Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional Investment | 20 to 25% | +0.5 to 0.75% | Strong W2 income, good credit | Conforming loan limits are essentially a non issue given the city’s low price point |
| VA Loan (House Hack) | 0% | Standard, no PMI | Active duty or veteran buyers occupying one unit of a 2 to 4 unit property | A genuinely powerful option here given the concentration of active duty and veteran buyers tied to Malmstrom |
| DSCR Loan | 20 to 25% | +1 to 2% | Investors who want no income verification | Great Falls’ lower prices relative to rent often push well chosen duplexes above a 1.0 debt service coverage ratio even at standard 25% down, ahead of Billings or Bozeman |
| House Hacking (FHA) | 3.5% | Standard + MIP | Non veteran owner occupants of a duplex or small multi family | Especially attractive given the city’s already meaningful existing duplex stock |
| Portfolio Loan | 20 to 30% | +0.5 to 1.5% | Multiple properties, self employed | Local Great Falls banks and credit unions are generally responsive to investor relationships |
| Construction / ADU Loan | 20 to 25% of project cost | +0.5 to 1.5% | Building an ADU post purchase | A cash out refinance or HELOC on existing equity is often cheaper than a dedicated construction loan |
| Hard Money (Bridge) | 15 to 25% | 8 to 11% rate | BRRRR acquisitions, fast closings | Useful for University district and Black Eagle value add purchases needing a quick close |
Great Falls Financing Reality: Great Falls offers two financing advantages most Montana cities cannot match at once. Its low price point keeps debt service coverage ratios healthier than almost anywhere else in the state, making DSCR lending genuinely workable even for ordinary single family rentals, not just duplexes. And its concentration of active duty and veteran residents makes the VA loan one of the most underused tools in the local market, letting a qualifying buyer house hack a duplex or fourplex with zero down while living in one unit and renting the rest.
8. Frequently Asked Questions
🧠 Test Your Great Falls Investment Knowledge
Five questions covering the Montana specific laws and numbers that matter most for Great Falls investors. Answer all five, then check your score.
1. Malmstrom Air Force Base is currently undergoing the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile modernization program. What does this mean for Great Falls rental demand?
2. Why does enrolling a long term rental with the Montana Department of Revenue still matter under HB 231, even for an inexpensive Great Falls property that would already fall well within the lowest tax tier?
3. What is the main investment tradeoff of buying a rental property in Black Eagle instead of inside Great Falls city limits?
4. Why might a duplex purchase in Great Falls be a strong candidate for a VA loan, even for an investor who also plans to house hack?
5. About how long does an uncontested, non payment eviction typically take from notice to sheriff execution in Great Falls?
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Great Falls offers the most affordable entry point among Montana’s major rental markets, paired with two durable, overlapping sources of tenant demand: a multi year military mission at Malmstrom Air Force Base and a major regional healthcare system anchored by Benefis. Recent price appreciation reflects tight supply rather than a population boom, and the combination of low entry costs, a lighter short term rental regulatory environment, and Montana’s new statewide duplex law gives investors multiple paths to positive cash flow from day one.
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