Happy Presidents’ Day
Presidents' Day celebrates all past and present U.S. presidents. It reflects on the nation's founding principles and values, including the Constitution and union. Reading of Washington's Farewell Address by a U.S. senator remains an annual event for...
Utahns agree housing is a problem. What they don’t agree on is why
A recent survey by Envision Utah reveals that over two-thirds of Utah residents believe the state faces serious housing issues, yet many are unclear about the causes. Key factors identified include rising interest rates, construction costs, and an influx of new...
Happy Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14 around the world, and candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine Valentine greetings were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s didn’t begin to...
Fannie Mae’s 2025 Housing Forecast
Mortgage rates remain above 6%, with slight home price growth and low supply continuing to pressure affordability. Existing home sales expected to recover slightly from multi-decade lows due to limited inventory and affordability barriers.
How to Invest Globally in Real Estate
Investing globally in Real Estate requires understanding market dynamics, including rent growth and job creation trends.Tap into local expertise, including brokers, property managers, and market analysts, to gain on-the-ground insights.
Utah ranks in the Top 10 states when it comes to the highest percent change in house appreciation, according to the House Price Index by the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The report noted that Utah home prices have appreciated 46.03 percent in the past five years. Nevada posted the highest appreciation at 81.84 percent. Connecticut was the lowest at 7.91 percent. The U.S. five-year average was 34.71 percent. Salt Lake City ranked No. 22 of 383 U.S. metropolitan areas in highest appreciation. Over the past five years home prices in the Salt Lake City area have increased 47.24 percent. The HPI is a broad measure of the movement of single-family house prices. It serves as a timely, accurate indicator of house price trends at various geographic levels. Written by Salt Lake Board or Realtors