So you've thought it over, discussed it with your family, and you're ready to list your house and move to Montana, huh?

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I understand, trust me. The Montana allure is real. The idea of living in the mountains and spending your free time fly fishing, hiking, or skiing is the stuff that dreams are made of. Montana is one of the most beautiful places on earth and the idea of living here and enjoying that beauty each day? Well, you certainly aren't the only one considering moving here.

However, if you do decide to pack it all up and make that move, there are some things that you should probably know beforehand.

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Before we share a few tidbits you need to know, let's look at some of Montana's most beautiful downtowns.

Montana's Most Beautiful Downtowns

For those who are fans of nostalgia, a drive through a historic downtown can bring back a lot of memories. Here's a list of some of the most beautiful downtowns that Montana has to offer.

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What do you need to know before moving to Montana?

The first and probably most important thing you need to know is that parts of the state are very expensive.  Certain towns are more desirable and with that desirability comes a price. So, for those of you who want quick access to all the fun outdoor activities AND mountain views, you're going to pay more.

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Second, not everyone here is nice or welcoming.

For the most part, Montanans are very friendly people, however, there is a loud group of folks (mostly internet trolls) who aren't fond of newbies and would much rather you stay where you are. As mentioned, they kind of live online, but don't be surprised if you come across one or two rude Montanans who are vocal about you and you moving here.

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Finally, between the wildlife and winter, there are a few things here that will kill you.

Part of the romance of Montana is this wild place where you can still see Bears and Moose. Where you can hike and come across tracks of things like Elk and Mountain Lions. While that's true, keep in mind, that those beautiful creatures can also kill you.

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So can the elements.

If you aren't used to living in winter for 6 months out of the year, Montana might not be for you.  Here we get snow and lots of it. Sure, it makes for great skiing and snowmobiling, but it also makes for dangerous roads.

However, if your heart is still set on moving here, below are some towns you might want to avoid.

5 Montana Towns You Should Avoid Moving To

Thinking of making your way to Big Sky Country? Before you decide to list the house for sale and schedule a moving service, here's a list of towns you might want to avoid if you plan on moving to Montana.

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Montana's Top 6 Most Affordable Places To Live

If you're looking for a piece of Montana to call home, but you're on a budget, it can be hard to make the dream of home ownership come true. However, there are still towns here in Big Sky Country that are affordable to the average person.

Gallery Credit: Derek Wolf