Distressed Properties: What’s Changed for Homebuyers

Interested in buying a distressed property in Salt Lake City? You’ll still find these types of homes on the market. But there are definitely fewer bank-owned properties and short sales available for sale today than there were a couple of years ago.

Apr 16, 2015 | Purchasing a Home

Appraisal Anxiety Have You Down? Here’s How to Cope

Appraisal Anxiety Have You Down? Here’s How to Cope

If you’re buying or selling a home in Utah, you may be worried about the appraisal. What should you do if the appraisal comes up short? Here are some options for both buyers and sellers: For Sellers: Walk away. If the appraised value comes in lowe

Apr 12, 2015 | Home Buying or Selling

The Most Common Homebuying Mistakes

The Most Common Homebuying Mistakes

In the market for a new home? You’ll want to avoid these common mistakes made by first-time buyers – and even those who already have purchased a home or two before.  Shopping Before Getting Pre-Approved Without consulting with mortgage co

Apr 08, 2015 | Purchasing a Home

The Benefits of a 203K Home Renovation Loan

The Benefits of a 203K Home Renovation Loan

Have you heard about the FHA 203K home renovation loan? This innovative loan program is designed to make it much easier to purchase a home in Salt Lake City that needs a lot of repair work or updating.With a 203K loan, home buyers are able

Apr 05, 2015 | FHA Loans Purchasing a Home

Rebuilding Your Credit and Buying a Home

Rebuilding Your Credit and Buying a Home

Have you faced some financial difficulties in recent years but still want to buy a home with a mortgage in Utah? Here are some tips: Order your credit report. Under federal law, you are entitled to one free credit report each year from all three credit-r

Mar 31, 2015 | Credit First-time Homebuyers Purchasing a Home

VA Loan: Great Benefit for Those Who Have Served Their Country

VA Loan: Great Benefit for Those Who Have Served Their Country

The VA home loan program is an incredible benefit for those who have served our country. This flexible financing option offers competitive interest rates and is one of only a few sources of no down payment home loans available today. Here’s somethin

Feb 17, 2015 | VA Loans