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Wednesday Word | After-Repair Value
"Wednesday Word" After-Repair Value or ARV What Is After-Repair Value (ARV) In Real Estate? ARV is the estimated value of a property after completed renovations, not in its current condition. House flippers commonly use ARV as a way to gauge the worth of a...
Are the Top 3 Housing Market Questions on Your Mind?
Are the Top 3 Housing Market Questions on Your Mind? When it comes to what’s happening in the housing market, there’s a lot of confusion going around right now. You may hear one thing in conversation with your friends, see something totally different on the news, and...
Is Wall Street Buying Up All the Homes in America?
Is Wall Street Buying Up All the Homes in America?If you’re thinking about buying a home, you may find yourself interested in the latest real estate headlines so you can have a pulse on all of the things that could impact your decision. If that’s the case, you’ve...
cost-effective and flexible solution for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU)?
Are you searching for a cost-effective and flexible solution for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU)? Look no further than a manufactured double wide mobile home. ADUs have gained popularity as a versatile and affordable housing option, and manufactured homes offer...
Is Your House the Top Thing on a Buyer’s Wish List this Holiday Season?
Is Your House the Top Thing on a Buyer’s Wish List this Holiday Season? This time every year, homeowners who are planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait until after the holidays? Some sellers with homes already on the market may even remove their...
Selling Property to Family Creates Tax Complications
Our Friend Karl from K.A.N. Accounting & Tax, Inc. Sent us this and we thought we should share! Selling property to a family member or loved one is deemed a related party transaction by the IRS. If contemplating a transaction like this, you need to review the tax...
502 So 1040 E H 143 American Fork Utah 84003
502 So 1040 E H 143 American Fork Utah 84003 Mt Timpanogos Village Comparative Market Analysis and Broker Opinion of Value 502 So 1040 E H 143 American Fork Utah 84003 Sold $317,578 502 So 1040 W H 143 American Fork Utah 84003...
2024 Housing Market Forecast
2024 Housing Market Forecast Some Highlights Thinking of buying or selling a house and wondering what the new year holds for the housing market? Experts forecast home prices to end this year up 2.8% and to rise another 1.5% in 2024. And climbing prices help...
People Are Still Moving, Even with Today’s Affordability Challenges
People Are Still Moving, Even with Today’s Affordability Challenges If you're thinking about buying or selling a home, you might have heard that it’s tough right now because mortgage rates are higher than they’ve been over the past few years, and home prices are...
The Latest 2024 Housing Market Forecast – Utah Realty
The Latest 2024 Housing Market Forecast The new year is right around the corner, and you might be wondering if 2024 will be the right time to buy or sell a home. If you want to make the most informed decision possible, it’s important to know what the experts have to...
Reasons To Sell Your House Before the New Year
Reasons To Sell Your House Before the New Year As the year winds down, you may have decided it's time to make a move and put your house on the market. But should you sell now or wait until January? While it may be tempting to hold off until after the holidays, here...
Don’t Believe Everything You Read About Home Prices
Don’t Believe Everything You Read About Home Prices According to the latest data from Fannie Mae, 23% of Americans still think home prices will go down over the next twelve months. But why do roughly 1 in 4 people feel that way? It has a lot to do with all the...
A Real Estate Agent Helps Take the Fear Out of the Market
A Real Estate Agent Helps Take the Fear Out of the Market Do negative headlines and talk on social media have you feeling worried about the housing market? Maybe you’ve even seen or heard something lately that scares you and makes you wonder if you should...
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7 Things Homebuyers Should Know Right Now
7 Things Homebuyers Should Know Right Now Navigating The Home Loan Process Amid Today's Sky-high Mortgage Rates Is Extremely Complicated—particularly For First-time Homebuyers. With mortgage rates soaring to unprecedented heights, it's crucial for homebuyers to...
The Perks of Selling Your House When Inventory Is Low
The Perks of Selling Your House When Inventory Is Low When it comes to selling your house, you’re probably trying to juggle the current market conditions and your own needs as you plan your move. One thing that may be working in your favor is how few homes there are...
Why Home Prices Keep Going Up
Why Home Prices Keep Going Up If you've ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you're no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices can stir up. It's a tale of financial goals, doubts, and a dash of anxiety...
Home Price Growth Is Returning to Normal
Home Price Growth Is Returning to Normal Some Highlights If you're wondering what’s happening with home prices, know they’re still rising, just at a slower pace – and that’s perfectly normal for this time of year. Based on typical seasonality in the market, prices go...
Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here To Stay?
Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here To Stay? Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over...
The Latest Expert Forecasts for Home Prices in 2023
The Latest Expert Forecasts for Home Prices in 2023 Are you thinking about making a move? If so, all the speculation that home prices would crash this year may have you feeling a bit on edge about your decision. Let the data and the experts reassure you. Prices aren’t...
Key Skills You Need Your Listing Agent To Have
Key Skills You Need Your Listing Agent To Have Selling your house is a big decision. And that can make it feel both exciting and a little bit nerve-wracking. But the key to a successful sale is finding the perfect listing agent to work with you throughout the process....
What’s in store for the Greater Salt Lake City housing market this fall?
Utah Realty has an exciting topic for our fall Season blog. As the leaves change colors and the temperatures start to cool, we find ourselves eagerly anticipating the shifts and trends that will shape the real estate landscape in one of Utah's most vibrant and...
Unpacking the Long-Term Benefits of Homeownership
Unpacking the Long-Term Benefits of Homeownership If you’re thinking about buying a home soon, higher mortgage rates, rising home prices, and ongoing affordability concerns may make you wonder if it still makes sense to buy a home right now. While those market factors...
Fitness Tips For Seniors
Fitness Tips Prevent Falls For Seniors As we age, maintaining our balance and stability becomes increasingly important to prevent the risk of falls. Falls can have serious consequences for seniors, leading to injuries and a loss of independence. But fear not,...
The Return of Normal Seasonality for Home Price Appreciation
The Return of Normal Seasonality for Home Price Appreciation If you’re thinking of making a move, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s happening with home prices? Despite what you may be hearing in the news, nationally, home prices...
Beginning with Pre-Approval
Beginning with Pre-Approval If you’re looking to buy a home this fall, there are a few things you need to know. Affordability is tight with today’s mortgage rates and rising home prices. At the same time, there’s a limited number of homes on the market right now and...
The Many Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership
The Many Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership Buying and owning your own home can have a big impact on your life. While there are financial reasons to become a homeowner, it's essential to think about the non-financial benefits that make a home more than just a...
Remote Work Is Changing How Some Buyers Search for Their Dream Homes
Remote Work Is Changing How Some Buyers Search for Their Dream Homes The way Americans work has changed in recent years, and remote work is at the forefront of this shift. Experts say it’ll continue to be popular for years to come and project that 36.2 million...
What is Housing going to do this fall in Salt Lake County?
Housing is always a hot topic in Utah and the anticipated Fall housing market in Salt Lake County. As seasons change, so do the dynamics of real estate, and we are here to provide you with an insightful glimpse into what can be expected in this vibrant and dynamic...
Plenty of Buyers Are Still Active Today
Plenty of Buyers Are Still Active Today Some Highlights Holding off on selling your house because you believe there aren’t any buyers out there? Data shows buyers are still active, even with higher mortgage rates. This goes to show, people still want to buy homes, and...
Should Baby Boomers Buy or Rent After Selling Their Houses?
Should Baby Boomers Buy or Rent After Selling Their Houses? Are you a baby boomer who’s lived in your current house for a long time and you’re ready for a change? If you’re thinking about selling your house, you have a lot to consider. Will you move to a different...
Today’s Housing Market Has Only Half the Usual Inventory
Today’s Housing Market Has Only Half the Usual Inventory Some Highlights There are only about half the number of homes for sale compared to the last normal years in the market. That means buyers don’t have enough options right now. So, if you work with an agent to...
Why You Need a True Expert in Today’s Housing Market
Why You Need a True Expert in Today’s Housing Market The housing market continues to shift and change, and in a fast-moving landscape like we’re in right now, it’s more important than ever to have a trusted real estate agent on your side. Whether you’re buying your...
How To Get Property Tax Relief In Salt Lake County. Elderly Or Low Income
How To Get Property Tax Relief In Salt Lake County. Elderly Or Low Income Navigating through the maze of property taxes can be a daunting task, particularly for the elderly or those with low incomes. However, in Salt Lake County, there are several options available to...
People Want Less Expensive Homes – And Builders Are Responding
People Want Less Expensive Homes – And Builders Are Responding In today’s housing market, there are two main affordability challenges impacting buyers: mortgage rates that are higher than they’ve been the past couple of years, and rising home prices caused by low...
55 Plus Townhomes Reviewed
As the demand for comfortable and inclusive living spaces for seniors continues to rise, it's crucial to understand the key factors that make a community truly exceptional. In this piece, we will specifically focus on the South Jordan and Daybreak areas in Utah...
What Makes Garden Park Town Homes In Daybreak South Jordan The Best Place For 55 And Older Adults
What Makes Garden Park Town Homes In Daybreak South Jordan The Best Place For 55 And Older Adults Welcome to the Utah Realty Blog Article where we delve into the reasons why Garden Park Town Homes in Daybreak South Jordan is an exceptional choice for 55 and older...
Home Prices Are Back on the Rise
Home Prices Are Back on the Rise Some Highlights Looking at monthly home price data from six expert sources shows the worst home price declines are behind us, and they’re rising again nationally. If you’ve put your plans to move on pause because you were worried about...
About 11,000 Houses Will Sell In The USA Today
About 11,000 Houses Will Sell Today Some homeowners have been waiting for months to put their house on the market because they don’t think people are buying homes right now. If that’s you, know that even though the housing market has slowed compared to the frenzy of a...
There’s Only Half the Inventory of a Normal Housing Market Today
There's Only Half the Inventory of a Normal Housing Market Today Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. Especially if you consider how few homes there are for sale today. You may have heard inventory is low right now,...
