2025 Year in Review: Missoula Leasing
https://youtu.be/q2DdpMYbkgk?si=EZa8TynKnqE7-gFs Leasing activity across Missoula remained active in 2025, even as vacancy increased modestly and pricing continued to move upward across office, industrial, and retail. These conditions created more optionality—but also more competition—making preparation, positioning, and timing increasingly critical for both tenants and landlords. Joe Tredik outlines what these trends mean heading into 2026, from […]
Bozeman’s Zoning Code Update: Key Impacts for Property Owners, Investors, and Developers
A closer look at how proposed zoning changes shift density, permitted uses, and development potential across Bozeman, Montana and what commercial real estae stakeholders should evaluate as the update moves toward adoption.
What Missoula’s Zoning Rewrite Means for Property Owners
At SterlingCRE Advisors, we keep a close eye on the planning decisions shaping Missoula, especially those that impact how people use, develop, and value real estate. Right now, the City of Missoula is in the midst of a major zoning code rewrite that every property owner should be watching closely. This update is part of […]
Flexible Real Estate Strategies for Montana Businesses
When it comes to finding or expanding into commercial space, the options go well beyond the usual “buy a building” or “sign a lease.” Business owners often overlook flexible strategies that can free up capital, improve cash flow, or help secure the right property when the market is tight. Here are a few strategies worth […]
Missoula Industrial Mid-Year Update 2025: Rising Vacancy, Evolving Opportunities
Missoula’s industrial real estate market is shifting after several years of unprecedented tightness. The vacancy rate has climbed to over 6% and is still rising, up from the 3-4% range seen between 2020 and 2023. The increase is driven by over 275,000 square feet of new and existing inventory hitting the market in Q1 2025 […]
Financing for Commercial Real Estate with the SBA 504 Loan
This guest article was contributed by Dakota Business Lending. We’re pleased to share their expertise on SBA 504 financing as part of our ongoing effort to provide useful insights to Montana’s business and property owners. The information reflects DBL’s deep experience in this space and is shared here for informational purposes. You’ve got the vision, […]
Bozeman Industrial Update Q2 2025
Our latest Bozeman Industrial Market Update offers essential insights into what’s driving demand across Gallatin County. Whether you’re an investor, owner-occupier, or tenant, this report will help you plan your next move with confidence.
Bozeman Industrial Mid-Year Update 2025: Stability with Selective Opportunities
In Gallatin Valley, industrial vacancy is holding steady at around 7%, a level that reflects a relatively healthy market amid ongoing economic uncertainty. The vacancy rate has remained stable in part because many of the new industrial projects over the past two years have been smaller condo-style units. In contrast, larger warehouse spaces, typically over […]
Federal Legislation Brings Strategic Incentives for CRE Investors — Especially in Rural Montana
Recently, the U.S. federal government—including Congress, the Senate, and the President—passed the “Big Beautiful Bill.” This bill includes important provisions for commercial real estate (CRE) investors. Within the bill are significant renewals and expansions of two powerful incentives: The Opportunity Zone Program has been extended and modified. 100% Federal Bonus Depreciation is being restored, with […]
2025 Property Tax Changes in Montana: What You Need to Know
There are a few things in life less fun than paying property taxes. Add a brand-new tax rate calculation system and reassessment, and now it’s even more confusing. Welcome to 2025 in Montana. At SterlingCRE Advisors, we’ve been tracking the upcoming changes. We’ve reviewed the legislation and spoken with local tax experts, and we’re here […]