Buying
Top Real Estate Terms Explained
Top Real Estate Terms Explained Are you looking to buy or sell a home in the Greater Salt Lake area and can’t quite wrap your head around all of the real estate jargon? We totally get it. Sometimes realtors can get so caught up in their slang (guilty!) that they don’t realize their client is completely lost. Well, we’re
More Than Just A Roof Over Your Head: Hidden Benefits Of Home Ownership
Deciding to stop renting and buy a home is a major life decision, and not one to be taken lightly. When taking that final step and pursuing home ownership, there are a number of upside you may not have considered previously. 1. Stable Monthly Payments Most home owners with obtain a fixed rate mortgage which comes with stable monthly payments. One
Shared Equity Programs – Helping Buyers Put Down 20%
Down payment assistance is a hot topic in the mortgage industry right now, especially for first-time home buyers who struggle to provide a 20% down payment. Although a 20% down payment is not required, there are advantages to putting such a large amount down. Shared equity programs are an emerging resource in the mortgage market that help home buyers reach the
Let’s take the stress out of Buying and Selling
With so much information readily available online, clients sometimes ask, “Why should we hire a real estate agent?” They wonder (and rightfully so) if they couldn’t buy or sell a home through the Internet or regular marketing and advertising channels without representation, without a real estate agent. Some do fine on their own, but many don’t. Here are 10 reasons
5 Tips to Help You Buy a Home in 2019
If you are thinking of buying a home in the next year, there are a few things you can do to make sure you are ready to start the process. Before you talk to a lender or hiring a Real Estate Agent, work on following these simple steps to keep your financials in top top shape. 1. Check your credit
What to Look for During Your House Hunt
Touring homes with your realtor, attending open houses, revisiting your dream home checklist three times a day… House hunting can be an overwhelming process that turns into a chaotic blur quickly. Fortunately, with the guidance of a knowledgeable real estate agent and this list of top 10 items to look for in a home, hopefully you can narrow down your
Should You Invest In The Salt Lake City Real Estate Market?
Salt Lake City Real Estate Overview Salt Lake City is the largest city in Utah, though it tends to be overlooked by real estate investors as just another part of “flyover” country. The Salt Lake City real estate market was ranked one of the toughest real estate markets for Millennials due to limited supply relative to demand. Realtor.com doesn’t see things stopping
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
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
