Kalispell’s Real Estate Expert
Lindsay Smith is a Montana native who grew up in North Central Montana. She attended the University of Montana, Missoula, and spent the next 11 years working in healthcare. Upon deciding to leave her position in radiology, she made the transition into the real estate industry. She prides herself on excellent communication, attention to detail, problem solving, and a strong work ethic.
In addition to being a licensed real estate broker, Lindsay maintains the following designations: National Association of Realtors Accredited Buyers Representative Certification, National Association of Realtors Sellers Representative Specialist Certification, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, and is endorsed with C2EX, the Realtors Commitment to Excellence.
Lindsay has helped many clients make Montana home with smart investments that match their goals as well as guide sellers through the listing process. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, taking part in the Adopt a Family program through the Salvation Army each Christmas as well as hiking with her dogs and spending time on Flathead Lake.
With her local knowledge of the Flathead Valley, Lindsay is a wonderful resource for all your real estate needs.
OUR STORY
Like every client and every real estate advisor, Engel & Völkers also has a unique story. It’s one steeped in iconic heritage that drives our resolve to change the way consumers experience the properties, neighborhoods and the overall process of buying and selling a home, ranch or business.
Our story began in Hamburg, Germany in 1977 with the founding of the privately owned Engel & Völkers franchise by Christian Völkers who remains at the head of our global operations. The world of Engel & Völkers was created and continues to grow around the mission to possess the highest levels of competency and client service. Through unrivaled brand consistency, sophisticated systems and innovations, we’ve done what no other European luxury real estate franchise has been able to do — successfully establish itself in the Americas.
“Quality product offerings, premium service and innovative thinking never seem to go out of style.”
- Christian Völkers
“As a Montana native I am postive that my knowledge of the area will serve as the greatest resource during your home buying and selling journey.”
-Lindsay Smith
ENGEL & VÖLKERS WESTERN FRONTIER
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier opened the Missoula shop in the Fall of 2017 and quickly became the leading luxury real estate brokerage in Western Montana. In just over 7 years, shops are open in Hamilton, Stevensville, Polson, Missoula, Whitefish, Kalispell, Bigfork, Helena, Coeur ‘d Alene, Spokane, and Eureka providing comprehensive real estate services throughout Montana, Idaho, and Washington.
Our goal is to offer unrivaled service in luxury residential properties, new developments, farm and ranch, and commercial real estate. To achieve this, we have created a powerful blend of advisors, state-of-the-art tools and technology, deep local roots and expertise, and the most extensive international platform in the world.
HAMBURG, GERMANY
KALISPELL, MONTANA
Professional Photography/Videography
Whether online or in print, your home has only one chance to make a great first impression with potential buyers. Because it takes only a few moments for an opportunity to be won or lost, it becomes all the more critical that your property is presented professionally and artistically. We only work with professional photographers and videographers who have earned our trust in the quality of their work. They are the best in their fields and produce work that captures the details and essence of a property’s prominent features and assets.
Property Exposés & Postcards
Our high-end property brochures are displayed in properties, in shop windows worldwide and are available online throughout our network. Postcards with compelling imagery combined with elegant text are used to introduce your property to potential buyers within the region.
Private Residences • Western Frontier
Private Residences • Western Frontier is our premium publication featuring our exclusive property listings. This bi-annually produced publication is direct mailed to targeted homes in Western Montana, Idaho and Washington and distributed via our local shops, at select professional offices, airports and businesses throughout our coverage areas. This coffee table quality publication features beautiful property images, area information, and advertisements from select business partners.
The Americas Private Residences
The Americas Private Residences is a quarterly publication of featured Engel & Völkers listings across the Americas that demonstrates the caliber and breadth of the Engel & Völkers network. It is a great opportunity to increase your listing’s visibility and give it exposure that’s unique to the Engel & Völkers brand. Your ad listing purchase includes 50 hard copies delivered to your shop and serves as a great listing presentation tool, in-shop marketing piece, and sophisticated leave behind for existing and potential clients.
Regional Marketing Strategies
Often times the buyers for our listings (especially the luxury properties) will not be someone in our immediate area. That’s why we invest heavily in regional publications including The Big Sky Journal, Distinctly Montana and Flathead Living. These carefully selected publications are distributed throughout Montana and the Rocky Mountain areas via paid subscription, news racks, high-end lodging, private airport lounges and select pick-up locations. These beautiful ads are designed to drive traffic back to our website, ultimately increasing the exposure for all of our listings.
National & Global Marketing Strategies
In addition to our online multi-national advertising strategy, our relationships with the world’s leading print publications, local magazines, and newspapers ensure maximum exposure for the homes we represent. Engel & Volkers maintains strategic partners that provide our properties heightened exposure in local, national, and international print publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Mansion Global, Modern Luxury, and Town & Country.
GG Is your Global Guide to style, design. Engel & Volkers GG magazine is a high-end, glossy publication that offers our clients a way to stay informed on the latest news and trends in the world of luxury living. Published seasonally in seven languages, GG unlocks exclusive access to some of the most fascinating personalities and stunning geographies while uniquely showcasing our clients’ finest listings to a curated audience of global clientele with an appreciation for the best in life. As part of GG, your property is delivered directly to E&V top clients, distributed through our global network of attractive markets, and made available on newsstands throughout Europe. GG celebrates life and culture, and continues to be the centerpiece of our marketing efforts and the anchor for our growing brand influence.
Global Guide • EV Magazine
Comprehensive Web Presence
Engel & Völkers maintains a network of websites to increase the worldwide exposure of its brand, locations and properties. The Engel & Völkers website is offered in multiple languages and attracts over four million visitors per month. Content cascades back and forth between all shops and advisors both in the Americas and worldwide. All designed to maximize the exposure of our property listings and provide buyers with detailed information about the communities we service.
Social Media
Lindsay’s Site lindsaysmithmtevrealestate.net
Western Frontier Site westernfrontier.evrealestate.com
Americas Site evrealestate.com
Global Site engelvoelkers.com
The Engel & Volkers network uses social media to connect with advisors, consumers, and influencers across the globe. The content, news, and listings we share engage and inform followers, ensuring that our brand, services, and premier properties remain a topic of conversation. As part of our social media strategy, we are located where our clients are and where potential clients want to be, provide content of value and enjoyment, and drive traffic to our properties. Posts are strategically “boosted” to specific demographics ensuring it is delivered to the right audience and potential buyers.
Our Extensive Domestic & Global Exposure (EDGE) platform is in front of qualified consumers whether they’re next door, in the Americas, or abroad -- because they deserve to see it and you deserve to sell it. Working with an Engel &Volkers advisor gives you the EDGE that gives each listing extensive online exposure in major markets via a suite of highly trusted and strategic digital and mobile marketing partners -- an expectation of today’s savvy consumers and international clientele. We dont stop there, with a global network of more than 16,000 real estate professionals in over 30 countries, we not only reach millions of consumers but we are also able to collaborate with our fellow Engel & Volkers advisors to strategically handpick and refer buyers for the specific properties they seek... Like yours.
Let us provide the EDGE you need to sell your home and begin your next adventure.
Client Testimonials
“Lindsay was simply a pleasure to work with. She is always prompt, courteous, professional and available. Her knowledge of the market in her region is second to none and she has a deep understanding of all of the variables that enter into a real estate transaction. Without reservation I would strongly endorse her for all of your relatives estate needs, commercial and residential alike.” -Keith
“Lindsay assisted me in finding my first home. She was professional, timely and went above and beyond during the process. I highly recommend Lindsay Smith to anyone looking for a realtor. Top notch service.” -Tucker
“We sold and bought with Lindsay! She was so easy to work with and made the process as painless as possible. Very quick at getting our house on the market, and just the perfect amount of aggressive to get it sold, as we were eager. We had a couple of waiting periods before we got the green light that it was a done deal, but everything worked out as she kept reassuring us. She helped us find our dream home & even put in some manual labor hours to help us unload the uhaul. Lindsay is one of a kind, always will recommend!” -Morgan
“Upon deciding to sell our home my wife and I met with multiple realtors. When we met Lindsay Smith via referral - we knew she was the one we wanted to represent us. Through the course of preparing the home for sale, spot on staging advice for showings, meeting our requests for privacy, perfection in listing presentation, navigating legal issues and inspection mitigation, keeping us informed and focused on the goal of a successful sale and making the closing seamless was all done with an unexpected level of professionalism. Add in the personal touches of genuine kindness and assisting us with “what’s next” for us after the sale proved our feelings in the beginning couldn’t be more accurate. With her finger on the pulse of not only the market but the amenities and vibe of the Flathead Valley Lindsay is perfectly positioned to help both a buyer and a seller find the best way forward. With no reservations we proudly recommend Lindsay Smith to be your agent in the Flathead.” -Reuben
“We’ve worked with Lindsay on both residential and commercial deals and she is stellar from start to finish. Over many months of working together, she was professional, prompt, and guided us through complex sales processes. We appreciate Lindsay and the extra mile she provides for her clients!” -Ashley
“Lindsay helped us buy multiple properties while we were living 1,500 miles away. She is absolutely incredible. Walked us through all the details and paperwork and was very informative and patient. Would highly recommend her.” -Chance
“Lindsay handled a large estate sale with multiple parties with ease, professionalism, and expertise. Highly recommend her to anyone needing a real estate agent.” -Laurie
“I cannot recommend Lindsay enough! Lindsay went above and beyond. She was readily available to answer questions and guide me through the process, making everything as smooth and stress-free as possible. Her knowledge of the local market and attention to detail were second to none. I highly recommend working with Lindsay!” -Ross
“We had such a good experience working with Lindsay. She is highly knowledgeable about the real estate market in the area and writing up real estate contracts. She helped us successfully negotiate a competitive offer and close the deal. Will definitely work with her again and highly recommend her for your real estate needs” -Kirsten
Every Home Is A Mansion. Premium Service Always.
While we do represent castles and mansions throughout the world, we also represent homes at all price points, providing the same level of premium service for all. No matter the price, size or style of home.
Western Frontier’s Premium Real Estate Brokerage Shop Locations
Whitefish Shop 214 2nd Street East, Suite 101
Bigfork Shop
Electric Avenue, Unit F
Stevensville Shop
Polson
Missoula Shop