utah: The Sale Report - 11/18/09 11:44 PM
Sales in many areas are not what they use to be and won't be for months or years to come.
The negative equity has killed or seriously slowed parts of the market.
However we can choose to focus on the positive or the negative.
I have chosen to seek out the positive and take control of my own destiny. 
The old saying "Where there's a will there's a way."  I believe to be a great truth.
Every market has it opportunities.
Every market is a bit different. 
I'm not saying I have discovered all the positives.  I am saying the search … (0 comments)

utah: The United States is the Largest Business in the World.... Is it the best run? - 11/15/09 07:03 AM
I think we can do better.
Why shouldn't our government be run lean and productive.  The best business in the world?
I view taxpayers = stockholders.  I also believe we should be using the Internet to enable the taxpaying citizens to become more involved and hold the managers (Representatives, Senators and President) of the business more accountable.
One way I suggested we do this is by the American Public having move control over the purse strings.  Attached is the link to the blog.
http://activerain.com/blogsview/1338540/politics-why-can-t-we-use-the-kiss-principle-
One comment thought this would limit those who could vote liken it to when only those who own land could … (0 comments)

utah: Politics…..Why can’t we use the KISS principle? - 11/15/09 04:03 AM
I have always wondered why the solutions seem so complicated. 
Why can't we Keep It Simple?
I believe the focus in Washington is misplaced.
Here is my proposal.  (In a nutshell)
Every register voter that pays taxes has one vote.  Those who don't pay taxes will have no votes.
The voters would cast their votes on the internet with a secure logon.  The elected representatives from each state would handle the paperwork and the necessary issues to get the document voter ready.  Write a summary and suggests what is in the best interest of their state.
Then each of us taxpaying … (2 comments)

utah: Custom Home Upgrades at Starter Home Prices...Utah - 11/15/09 01:52 AM
I'm currently working with a builder that includes many upgrades in there starter homes.
This builder is flexible and will build any plan, anywhere in the state.  They also have no issue with plan changes and in-process upgrades.  They a customer driven builder.
Here is a particle list.
High entry Vaults Pot Shelves Nine foot walls Upgrade drywall finishes Fully framed basement Insulated Garage Doors Belt Drive Openers Low E windows with Argon Can Lights Wiring Upgrades Concrete Patio Hardwood Entry Sunken Living Room Tile in Kitchen and Baths Extra storage Get more home at a great price.
Please visit our … (2 comments)

utah: First Snow in Saratoga Springs, Utah - 11/15/09 01:14 AM
 
 
 
 
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utah: How do you make decisions? - 11/11/09 01:15 AM
Do you make decisions by rolling the dice?
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Or maybe flipping a coin?
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Whatever your pondering (personal, political, business, etc.).  I would encourage you to make an informed decision.
In this age of the internet we have more information available to us than ever before.  Let's make it work for us.
 
 
 
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Contact … (3 comments)

utah: Establishing a Blogging Style..... - 11/11/09 01:13 AM
I have been a member of the Rain for a while now but only actively blogging for the last year.
 
 
At first I worried about being flamed.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Then about content and what would fit my style.  By the way, What is my style?

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
It's a learning process and I'm still learning.  I have learned a couple of things about myself.
I do know I like to use clip art that relates to my thoughts.  I like to write market reports for many different zip codes … (4 comments)

utah: Are all Home Builders Created Equal? - 11/11/09 12:24 AM

Home builders are not created equal.
They normally have different target markets and specialties.
So first thing you need to do when your in the market for a contractor/builder is define your needs and goals.  The more detailed the better.
Then seek out the best.  Those who will meet or exceed your expectations.  Those who meet time-lines and commitment's.
The best decisions come from being fully informed.  Don't be in a hurry to make decisions in the initial planning stage.  That almost always leads to a undesirable result.
 
 
 
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Mark Watterson is a Utah licensed … (1 comments)

utah: Saratoga Springs, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/08/09 12:42 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (1 comments)

utah: Springville, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/08/09 12:36 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Spanish Fork, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/08/09 12:27 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Provo, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/08/09 12:22 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Pleasant Grove, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/08/09 12:15 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Payson, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/01/09 02:07 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Orem, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/01/09 02:04 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Lehi, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/01/09 02:01 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Highland, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/01/09 01:58 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Eagle Mountain, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/01/09 01:54 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: Cedar Hills, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/01/09 01:51 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

utah: American Fork, Utah; Current Market Conditions - 11/01/09 01:48 AM
We need Positive Price Action to confirm market bottom.  One month of price improve isn't sufficient to confirm the market bottom.  We need to see appreciation month over month for three months.
PRICE ACTION
 
Other good signs in addition to positive price action is lower DOM (days of the market), lower new listings and higher percent of new listings being SOLD.  
 SUMMARY
Currently we are not seeing the needed positive price action (along with other indicators) to confirm a market bottom.  This is NOT a good time for those with low and/or no risk tolerance to purchase. 
High and medium risk tolerant investors are … (0 comments)

 
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