st george homes for sale: St. George, UT’s Concert in the Park Series - 05/08/12 06:44 PM
St. George, Utah’s concert in the park series is a fantastic celebration of music, open parks and family time. This series will run until September, so bring your family, friends, blankets, lawn chairs, drinks and food. Each concert if absolutely free to the public. St. George, UT Concert Park Series Arvel Bird will be coming Monday, May 14, from 7:30pm to 9:30pm at Centennial Park, 301 N 220 E, St. George, UT. Arvel Bird is a masterful violinist and Native American flutist who is known around the world for his theatrical connection between Native American and Celtic traditions. He stirs
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st george homes for sale: 2012 Homeowners Satisfaction Survey - 05/03/12 06:37 PM
The 2012 homeowners satisfaction survey by HomeGain is in. Homeowners from near and far were asked whether they are satisfied with home ownership and if the price appreciation or depreciation was a factor. Over 70% of those surveyed said they were satisfied with owning a home, and nearly 28% were dissatisfied with home ownership. Those that were asked if price appreciation was their reason for satisfaction, just over 20% said yes. Around 76% listed other reasons for their satisfaction of home ownership. Some of the most popular answers for home ownership were freedom from rent and pride of owning a home.
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st george homes for sale: Final Week for Art Show in St. George, UT - 03/20/12 05:56 PM
The biggest art event in the state of Utah is entering its final week in St. George, UT. The Silver Anniversary Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show and Sale is having a final week of public viewing that will end on March 25th. You can find the art show at the Delores Dore’ Eccles Fine Arts Center, which is located on the campus of Dixie State College of Utah. The Sears Dixie Invitational Art Show and Sale is in its 25th year on the campus of Dixie State College. This year, you can find over 270 works of art that are featured
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st george homes for sale: Kitchens That Sell the Home - 02/16/12 05:03 PM
The kitchen, it’s the heart of the home. Kitchens are where we spend the most time with our families. It’s a place to nourish our bodies and our spirits. Because kitchens are fundamental to entertaining, they have become the focal point of many open floor plans. This is why it’s an important part of buying or selling a home. The kitchen should be the show place of the house; therefore, it can be the most costly to renovate. They require the most labor and time over all other renovations. Renovating the kitchen doesn’t mean just a new coat of paint. There
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st george homes for sale: An End to the Housing Crisis on the Horizon as Banks Loosen Credit Standards - 01/31/12 06:44 PM
According to a new report released last week by Capital Economics, the housing crisis is expected to end this year as banks loosen their credit standards. The report shows an average credit score needed to obtain a mortgage is now 700. The number is still higher than it was before the crisis, but it is much better than a year ago. Another survey from the Federal Senior Loan Officer, shows credit requirement in the last quarter of 2011 were consistent with the prior three quarters. Combined with these reports, there are many indicators that point to housing stabilization and more available
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st george homes for sale: Holiday Events in St. George, UT~Tuacahn's Christmas in the Canyon - 12/06/11 03:01 PM
Whether you live in or are visiting St. George UT for the holidays, there are many events to attend to help fill your time and make your holidays this year, one to remember. Tuacahn’s annual Christmas in the Canyon event returns and will continue through December 23rd. The event is held at the Amphitheater located at 1100 Tuacahn Drive in Ivins. The Canyon festivities are held every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6:30 pm to 9 pm. The event includes the live nativity, holiday hay ride, Santa's flying swing, kid’s mini-train ride and, of course, Santa will be there. You can even
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st george homes for sale: 150th Anniversary of St. George’s “Cotton Mission” - 10/05/11 08:52 PM
The 2011 Cotton Mission is ready to celebrate the 150th Anniversary and establishment of the City of St. George. They will begin with the annual 100 mile, eight day wagon train expedition from Parowan to St. George, Utah. Although the expedition doesn’t follow the original trail that the early settlers traveled, it does provide an opportunity for families and individuals around the area to experience life in a wagon company as it travels along the way through valleys and canyons in beautiful southwestern Utah. Cotton Mission Schedule: October 7 – Friday - Parowan (stage & start)October 8-9 - Saturday
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st george homes for sale: Steer Clear of Home Pricing Blunders and How to Avoid Them - 09/07/11 05:24 PM
Your pricing strategy can make or break your chance for a quick sale in today’s economy. There are some common pricing blunders to avoid and I have some tips to help you steer clear of them. Listing correctly at the right price almost guarantees a buyer will swiftly match up with your property. Listing at the wrong price can leave your property sitting on the market far too long. Now, you too can make a faster sale by steering clear of these errors that homeowners commonly make. Blunder #1- Not Researching Investigate past sales in the local market. Many first-time sellers
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st george homes for sale: Sunbrook in St George Utah~St George Utah Homes for Sale~St George Golf Communities - 08/22/11 02:09 PM
Sunbrook Golf Community is a wonderful place to purchase a second/vacation home in St George Utah because there are so many amenities offered to the residents. Beautifully manicured landscaping and lawns greet you as you drive into this superb golf course community. Some of the amenities include an air conditioned year round indoor pool and an outdoor pool with spa, fitness room, lit tennis courts and lawn bowling. Sunbrook Golf Community in St George Utah offers a variety of homes and communities that are certain to please the most discriminating buyer. Currently there are 13 communities with more in
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st george homes for sale: 80 N Charbonne Dr St George Utah 84770 Home for Sale~St George Utah Home for Sale - 07/06/11 10:28 AM
This is a gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in a secluded neighborhood conveniently located near shopping, theaters and restaurants in St George. This home has tons of upgrades including granite countertops, tile flooring and stainless steel appliances. The homes in Avallon at Meadowood have country style architecture and are warm and inviting. As you drive through the neighborhood you get the feeling of almost stepping back in time! Tranquility in Avallon at Meadowood
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st george homes for sale: Real Estate Recap for St. George - 05/18/11 10:22 PM
A real estate recap for St. George, Utah. The community of St. George was one of the last places in the nation to capitalize on investments. However, once it began, investors have helped push real estate values up at extraordinary rates. St. George’s property values rose so fast that they were either in the lead in the nation, or ranked third or fourth in the past two years. Local St. George homeowners saw their home values double within two years. The market spiked up and spiked down, leaving St. George residents in high hopes that we’ve reached the bottom and the
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st george homes for sale: What to be Wary of When Buying a Foreclosure - 05/05/11 06:07 PM
With so many foreclosures still available on the real estate market, it is good to know what to be wary of when buying a foreclosure and which ones to walk away from. Therefore, I have a few tips and advice that may help you when you’re ready to look at buying a foreclosure. Foreclosure checklist: Have it checked by a professional – This is one of the most important decisions you should make when purchasing a foreclosure. I highly recommend a professional home inspection be done on every home that is part of a sales transaction, but especially on foreclosures.
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st george homes for sale: St. George to Host the Future Championships for the National Softball Tournament - 04/20/11 09:48 PM
The City of St. George and the St. George Area Sports and Events Commission are proud to announce that they have been awarded an additional three year contract to host the NJCAA Division 1 Softball National Championship Tournament. It is to be held at the Canyons Softball Complex. The City of St. George and Washington County are pleased that this area will continue as the tournament host from 2012 through 2014. St George has built a strong softball infrastructure, which makes the location desirable for events-rights holders. This year’s tournament is scheduled for May 19th thru 21st. There will
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st george homes for sale: Market Reports: By 2015, New Homes will be Smaller, Greener and More Casual - 04/06/11 12:43 PM
According to a recent study conducted by the National Association of Home Builders, Americans are looking for change in the real estate market. The recession has left a mark on prospective buyers who have shifted their perspective on the housing they need and want. The builders who were surveyed expect the average home to be 2,150 square feet by 2015, which is about 10% smaller than the average size homes built in 2010. Living rooms will be merged with other spaces in the home and 30% say it could vanish completely. On an overall total of floor space, 54%
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st george homes for sale: New Flights from St. George to Surrounding Large Cities Available - 03/30/11 04:44 PM
Recently, SkyWest Airlines launched its United Express Flights, which now offers new flights from St. George, UT to surrounding larger cities up and down the west coast. Travelers will now be able to enjoy even more of SkyWest's exceptional service. The roundtrip flight is available six times a week for St. George travelers. They provide direct access to the West Coast and other areas in the United Airlines global network. The short flights with daily departures at LAX and competitive fares makes flying local a good choice. A new terminal and intrastate jet service is a boost for
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st george homes for sale: In Fourth Quarter of 2010, Late Mortgage Payments Fall - 03/02/11 05:53 PM
Despite the U.S. mortgage delinquency rate, there’s a note of optimism in the air. In the last quarter of 2010. mortgages that were past due were lower than any time since the end of 2008. That excludes homes that were already in foreclosure. Mortgages that were one month late in the last quarter of 2010 fell to their lowest point since 2007. And an even better sign is that the percentage of loans 91 days past due and in the process of foreclosure fell. This is really an improvement in the today’s real estate market and its underlying situation. We
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st george homes for sale: Reverse Mortgage of a New Variety Aims to Cut Costs - 02/16/11 09:35 PM
There’s a reverse of a new variety aiming to cut costs. Reverse mortgages have allowed seniors to use their home equity and stay in their homes. However, these mortgage types have been criticized for their high upfront fees. A new loan type has entered the market that offers lower start-up costs and tighter limits on the amount that can be borrowed. It opens new options for people in terms of how they tap their equity as a retirement resource. With these lower costs, older homeowners should be cautious about reverse mortgages because the loans can use up the value in
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st george homes for sale: Living in St. George and Playing in the Grand Canyon - 02/03/11 10:54 AM
Living in St. George and playing in the Grand Canyon is many people's dream. Not only is there a ton of activities to enjoy in St. George, but the Grand Canyon's playground is just a short drive to enjoy all there is to offer there. Therefore, I wanted to let everyone in and around St. George know that the National Park Service is accepting applications for non-commercial river trip permits for 2012. Permits are for specific launch dates in calendar year 2012. There will be 436 permits granted for 12 to 25 day river trips on the Colorado River through
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st george homes for sale: St George Utah Parade of Homes-February 18-27, 2011 - 01/19/11 05:35 PM
In Southern Utah, the St George Utah Parade of Homes is already sparking excitement over the 26 homes on display. Homes range from magnificent landscapes to more conservative homes. The housing industry has been faced with tremendous challenges in recent years, which is bringing an increased interest to the Parade of Homes. The St. George area Parade of Homes has the reputation of being the best Parade of Homes in the country. The Southern Utah housing industry continues to build high quality homes that contribute to a beautiful community. Therefore, I encourage you to visit Southern Utah's Parade of Homes
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st george homes for sale: Ten Reasons Why Now is a Good Time to Buy a Home in St George Utah - 12/17/10 10:32 PM
TEN REASONS WHY NOW IS A GOOD TIME TO BUY A HOME IN ST GEORGE UTAH: 1. Great deals abound! Prices are down approximately 33% on average. They're at a price that makes sense compared to many people's income. 2. Mortgage rates are downright cheap! Ranging anywhere between 4 and 5% on an average 30 year fixed rate, your costs to purchase are down by 1/5 from a year ago. 3. You can save on your taxes. When added up, the deductions for mortgage interest and other expenses can mean the cost of owning could be less than the cost of
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