Posts Tagged "1st time homebuyers"

We Think We’re Going To Believe Grandpa

Posted in 1st Time Homebuying, General Musings

We Think We’re Going To Believe Grandpa

Now, we would love you to believe that we write EVERYthing that goes into this blog…but in this case, this post comes from the KCM Crew at www.keepingcurrentmatters.com and it has such great thoughts, we are reposting with thier kind permission. We Think We’re Going to Believe Grandpa by The KCM Crew on March 22, 2011 · 2 comments   There are those currently debating the financial advantages of owning a home. Some are looking at studies and reporting that homeownership has never really been a great investment. One of these people is Jack C. Francis, a former Federal Reserve...

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New Construction Condo Community At Midvalley Station in Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted in Communities, New Construction Homebuying

New Construction Condo Community At Midvalley Station in Salt Lake City, Utah

New Construction Condo Community at Midvalley Station in Salt Lake City, Utah Condos and townhomes are a great alternative for first time homebuyers to get into a home for an affordable price and still get the upgraded amenities that a buyer would expect in a more expensive home. In fact, condos and townhomes seem to be the new construction choice for Salt Lake City, and these condo units at Midvalley Station are certainly well priced and beautiful. Available Midvalley Station Condos This new little townhome complex is situated in the middle of the Salt Lake Valley where you have the...

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New Home Construction-Are You Leaving Money On The Table?

Posted in For Buyers, General Musings, New Construction Homebuying

New Home Construction-Are You Leaving Money On The Table?

New home construction is alluring…I know this because I have built most of my homes rather than bought existing. I have also had lots of experience helping my buyers (especially first time homebuyers) get great deals on new construction. There is just something wonderful about picking your own colors, moving walls around to suit the designer within you, and having a home that smells of fresh paint and new carpet and that no one has ever lived in. Now, more than ever, homebuilders are offering incentives to catch the interest of first time homebuyers and move up homebuyers, but you must be...

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How To Buy A Foreclosure

Posted in For Buyers, Foreclosures, General Musings

Foreclosures have been one of the best real estate purchases of late. However, Foreclosed homes can be tricky transactions.  I knew if I waited long enough, there would be a video that would explain the sometimes complex issues of buying a bank-owned-home, and why you might need a Realtor to help you with this (this is true). This is the best video I have seen on how the process works (tongue in cheek). So click here or click on the title . Enjoy it! Oh, and if you want some help with the purchase of a foreclosed home, or a short sale…just give us a call. We won’t make you turn...

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Salt Lake County Market Update

Posted in General Musings, Market Statistics

Salt Lake County Market Update

Market Update For Salt Lake County Boring statistic time! Now comes before us the Salt Lake County market update for February 2010.  This time we are approaching things a bit differently and comparing year to year .  Yes, I know that most everyone has come out comparing 4th quarter 2009 to 4th quarter 2008 with weaping, wailing, and gnashing of teeth however, in our humble opinion, this information is not entirely accurate.  Pricing and sales fluctuate during a quarter , so to accurately gage what is happening in the market, let’s take a look at the year to year trend. For...

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