Real Estate Resources

29
Nov

How to Tell if Your Neighborhood is Improving

What if you could increase the value of your home without lifting a finger? There was no costly renovation or home upgrades to oversee AND more buyers would be automatically attracted to your property. How can this be you ask? Neighborhood and community improvements in your area can effect your home values greatly. Get involved in the development of your

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29
Nov

Should You Build a New Home or Buy an Existing One?

It’s the classic home buyer’s conundrum: Should we build, or should we buy? Each option has its pros and cons. For instance, building a house from the ground up will give you the floor plan you want, but it will take months to construct. If you buy an existing home, you might have to compromise on the floor plan, but

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20
Nov

3 Home Improvements You Shouldn’t Make

Every homeowner who has contemplated a home improvement project has wondered how much the project would add to the value of their home. It’s almost never a question of “Will it?” It’s always “How much?” The good news is that according to the most recent Cost vs. Value report from Remodeling.com, most home improvement projects will add some value to

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20
Nov

5 Quick Tips for Your Next Home Remodeling Project

To help you with your home remodeling endeavor, here are five quick tips for planning a project: Make a List of What You Want to Change Start by making a list of what you’d like to change about your house. Brainstorm all the things you’ve thought about, then prioritize the list according to three categories: Things that must be done

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20
Nov

City Code Violations – What You Need To Know!

If you are a home owner, it is a good idea to know about the various codes you are responsible to uphold in both your county and your city. Codes are enforced in an effort to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for you and your family to live in. Common Code Violations in Salt Lake County Junk Materials commonly designated

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20
Nov

Hire the Right Contractor!

  Hiring a contractor can be stressful, especially if you’re planning a major renovation. Use the following guidelines to help you hire the right person and tackle any project around the home.  Get referrals. Ask your family, friends and neighbors for the names of contractors or trades professionals they’ve used and make a list of  companies that serve your area. I work with

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20
Nov

5 Steps to Prepare for an Emergency at Home

Emergency preparedness sounds daunting, but the truth is it can make extreme situations more approachable (and less scary). As you probably already know, emergency situations tend to strike with little or no warning. Since you can’t count on having time for last-minute preparations, save yourself anxiety by coming up with a plan that will help you protect your family and

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20
Nov

Settle Into Your New Neighborhood

Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, here’s how to make your new community feel like home. Moving to a new neighborhood is tough, and it gets harder when the move includes relocating to a new city or neighborhood. Finding your sense of place within a new-to-you community is not always straightforward. Meeting people in your neighborhood can be a bit

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20
Nov

40 Date Night Ideas for Your Budget

When you’re trying to stick to a budget but also want to treat your special someone to a date night, you might feel stuck. After all, date nights can be expensive. Even if you don’t have anything more than dinner and a movie planned, you could end up paying close to $100! But don’t worry—there are plenty of ways to spend

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20
Nov

Watch Out for Budget Breakers this Holiday Season

As we head into the holiday season with the endless gift lists and sudden sales, emotional spending is at an all-time high. All of the sudden you look around, your budget is busted and you might have even spent your savings or gotten yourself into debt. Here are some emotional purchases that might make your holidays a little less merry:

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