home: Salt Lake City Real Estate - 2nd strongest metro price increase in the west - 08/26/08 06:39 PM
Salt Lake area home prices (for homes that actually sell) appear to be relatively flat at this time. The good news is that it would appear that Salt Lake still has some cushion considering that the median existing single-family home price "in the West" was $290,600 and Salt Lake came in … (0 comments)
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home: Why fewer housing starts in Salt Lake is a good thing. - 08/19/08 09:44 PM
I know you know this, and I know this, but the media doesn't seem to get this...
Fewer housing starts are a good thing!
(Well, at least for now.)
Remember how builders overbuilt and there was a glut of inventory on the marketplace?
Remember how builders were offering the craziest incentives … (1 comments)
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home: The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 - How First Time Home Buyers can get a $7,500 Refundable Tax Credit - 07/30/08 06:44 PM
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 was signed today and that could mean you or someone you know may qualify for up to a $7,500 Refundable Tax Credit.
A simple overview of how it works
You are eligible if:
You are a first time home buyer (meaning neither you … (0 comments)
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home: Home Buyers Beware when Choosing a Utah Home Inspector - 07/15/08 02:05 PM
In Utah, all it takes to be a home inspector is to call yourself one.
See Get Gephardt – Worst Home-Buying Fiasco Ever! -
Quotes:
"And guess what, home inspectors need absolutely no qualifications whatsoever in Utah."
"...there is no state agency overseeing home inspectors in Utah. And it appears anyone … (1 comments)
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home: Utah County First Time Home Buyers Want Someone on Their Side - 06/20/08 01:22 PM
We recently purchased our first home in Utah County with the assistance of Benjamin Clark. We had been researching homes and the home-buying process for about a year before we decided the time was right. After reading a lot about the process, it became clear to us that we wanted someone … (5 comments)
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home: Are Home Buyers Being Tricked Into Agency Relationships? - 06/03/08 12:14 PM
CASE:
Buyer does not have an agent.
Buyer sees a home for sale on the internet.
Buyer calls Listing Agent to see the home.
Listing Agent sends an "Associate" to show the home to the Buyer.
Associate asks Buyer if they have an agent.
Buyer says "No."
Associate shows Buyer the home. … (2 comments)
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home: Relocating Home Buyers Seek Out Exclusive Buyer's Agents for Representation - 05/29/08 02:59 PM
Because of my work, I was required to relocate to Utah. As with my previous home search effort in Illinois, I decided to use an exclusive buyer agent rather than a traditional realtor. A traditional realtor normally cannot fully represent buyers since they are legally bound to work for the sellers. … (8 comments)
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home: Zillow's "Zestimate" - Astoundingly Accurate! - 05/16/08 03:31 PM
(Please reread the title with sarcasm. Good.)
Zillow can guestimate Market value within 20% of the actual sold price between 51 and 88% of the time! Yippee!
What this means is that Zillow can guestimate the market value of a $500,000 home within $100,000 more than 1/2 the time! (It's worth … (4 comments)
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home: The Crazy Nicknames We Give To Houses - 04/29/08 12:03 AM
Some of the most memorable homes I've shown are homes that my clients would never buy because of something really unique or bizarre. Still, the house was in some way unforgettable and my day was that much more interesting.
Often when showing homes to clients, we will see a dozen or … (18 comments)
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home: Questions for Buyer's Agents - My Responses - 04/18/08 01:10 PM
I don't know the specific origin of these questions, but Buyers ask them all the time. A wise homebuyer will ask these types of questions to any agent they interview.
Here are my responses to Buyers when I am provided with these questions:
Do you spend 100% of your time representing Buyers? YESWill … (2 comments)
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home: Ummel Case Juror Suggests "Buyers Agents Suck" - 04/17/08 01:57 PM
OK. Those weren't her words. Read this article from The Voice of San Diego (author, Kelly Bennett) and comment if you like.Here are a few quotes from the juror:"After my seven days of realtor training (sitting in a court room), I may consider not using a realtor in my next purchase of … (21 comments)
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home: Salt Lake City - 3rd Best Place to SELL a home - 04/14/08 01:22 PM
Last week Forbes.com put out a picture story about the best places in the United States to SELL your home.
Here's what they said:
The story makes a few interesting statements about Salt Lake's ecoonomy that I thought should be considered by anyone considering a move to the area, as well as by … (10 comments)
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home: Home Buyers - Estimate Your Credit Score! - 03/27/08 12:03 AM
I came across this while reading an article today about financing and the state of the real estate market. I thought I would check it out (since it's free, right?) and see how accurate it could guess my credit score.
Well, I have to say, it was pretty accurate! Obviously this isn't … (4 comments)
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home: Hiring a Real Estate Agent to help you with your home purchase - 03/16/08 12:50 AM
Hiring a real estate agent to help you with your home purchase is a smart idea. Making sure that agent represents you and only you in your home purchase is even smarter.
If you are thinking about moving to the Salt Lake City area, make sure you get an Agent on YOUR … (0 comments)
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home: Salt Lake - 2nd Least Stressful Metropolitan Area in US - 03/11/08 01:25 AM
Back on February 11th, I somehow missed this study, but another agent's post brought it to my attention today. BizJournals.com ran a story that proclaimed Salt Lake City "the runner-up in the low-stress derby. It enjoys America's smallest unemployment rate, 2.6 percent, as well as light traffic, healthy citizens and low … (2 comments)
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home: Which Are GOOD Reasons to Buy Now? - 03/08/08 09:03 PM
Which of the following are GOOD reasons to buy a home now?
Tax AdvantagesMore InventoryLower PricesLower AppreciationLow Rates (Historically Speaking)Lower payments now, even if prices drop (assuming interest rates continue to rise)Sellers/Builders offering more incentives/more willing to negotiateMore loan programs (Did I just say that?) - Will more and more products be … (9 comments)
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home: Utah Leads Nation in Price Appreciation (STILL!) - 02/26/08 06:42 PM
The Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight has issued the report we have all been waiting for...
Utah still leads the nation in home-price appreciation!
Of course, these reports are a little behind the times and I wouldn't expect anyone to believe that homes appreciated at 9.7% for January or February. I'm still … (4 comments)
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home: Rents are Rising - But so are Rates! - 02/23/08 11:53 PM
Apartment Rents in Salt Lake are on the rise, making a home purchase more attractive for those who will be staying in the area for a few years. Homes available for purchase are at extremely high levels and that makes it a Buyer's market.
But, as the common phrase goes, Buyer Beware! … (4 comments)
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home: Re-Listing Homes - Can You Handle the Truth? - 02/23/08 11:45 PM
The Practice of taking a home off the market and re-listing it to show 0 days on the market again is becoming more and more common. Debates are heating up on the subject from coast to coast.
Listing Agents argue they are doing their client a service. They also argue that … (18 comments)
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home: To Buy Or Not To Buy? This is the Answer (Salt Lake City, Utah) - 02/17/08 09:49 PM
Salt Lake Market in a Nutshell (February 15, 2008):Number of Homes Listed: UPNumber of Homes Sold: DOWNList Prices: DOWNSOLD Prices: UP
To Buy or Not to Buy: BUY
It's a Buyer's Market. What are you waiting for?
If you are thinking about buying a home in the Salt Lake area, make sure you get … (3 comments)
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home: Some Things Aren't Learned In School - Like How To Buy A Home - 02/13/08 05:02 PM
Some things just aren't taught in school. I have always believed that there are many things that, if taught in school, would make life easier and more successful for many of the next generation.
"Utah lawmakers right now are considering a bill, sponsored by Sen. Patricia Jones, D-Holladay, that would set up … (3 comments)
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home: Salt Lake City - 2nd Least Stressful City in America - 02/13/08 03:07 PM
In an American City Business Journal report today on MSNBC (February 13th, 2008) Salt Lake was mentioned as being the second least stressful metropolitain area in the country.
It said:
"Salt Lake City is the runner-up in the low-stress derby. It enjoys America's smallest unemployment rate, 2.6 percent, as well as light traffic, … (0 comments)
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home: Does the "Right" way to buy a home change? - 02/13/08 01:37 PM
Last year, CNN Money posted a Spring Home-Buying Guide.
The link is:
CNN Money - Spring Home-Buying Guide: 6 ways to do it right
They say to get pre-approved first, shop at least 4 or 5 lenders, work with an agent who will represent you only, etc. etc. etc.
The most important factor is making … (2 comments)
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home: Working with Clients as an Exclusive Buyers Agent in Salt Lake - 02/02/08 11:28 PM
Tell us a about your philosophy of customer service.
First, if we get along, we will both have a good time. I do my best to educate my clients and let them stay in control over the decisions that are made. I do my very best to assure that my clients are … (0 comments)
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home: What We Do For Salt Lake City Area Home Buyers - 01/12/08 11:57 PM
Will you be Buying a Home in Utah in the next 3 to 6 months?
Here's what an Exclusive Buyer's Agent can do for YOU:
We can help you find the right home We help you with the paperwork We tell you what comparable homes are selling for We keep you informed … (0 comments)
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home: Thank You for the Referrals! - 01/12/08 11:53 PM
I want to thank all my family, friends and past clients who have referred family and friends to me. There is nothing better than helping a friend of a friend. As the Salt Lake real estate market slows back to its more normal rate, I would like your help in spreading … (0 comments)
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home: Why You Shouldn't Wait to Buy A Home in Salt Lake - Simple Analysis - 12/13/07 03:31 AM
If you are considering a home purchase in the Salt Lake City, Utah area, you may be getting mixed signals as to whether you should buy a home now, or wait another year.
A recent article Forbes Magazine stated, "In Salt Lake City, the median home sale price for the third quarter … (4 comments)
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home: "Staged" Homes in Utah - Things for Buyers to Consider - 10/11/07 05:17 PM
"Staging" is essentially what is done to a home to show it off in a better light than it was to begin with. As the word suggests, when you see a "staged" home, you need to realize that what you see is a performance. Staged homes are nice to look at, … (4 comments)
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home: CNN Money - Spring home-buying guide: 6 ways to do it right - 05/09/07 08:35 PM
Breaking News!
CNN Money just posted their Spring Home-Buying Guide for Spring 2007!
The link is:
CNN Money - Spring Home-Buying Guide: 6 ways to do it right
They say to get pre-approved first, shop at least 4 or 5 lenders, work with an agent who will represent you only, etc. etc. etc. The same … (1 comments)
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home: Buying a Home (Smarter, not Harder) - 05/08/07 12:27 AM
Utah's smartest homebuyers have found that the best way to buy a home is to make sure the agent working for them, works ONLY for them!
Think about it:In Utah, the Seller's Agent is bound to get the Seller the best price and terms. Can the Seller's agent prepare a market analysis for … (0 comments)
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