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Latest · November 8, 2026 · 3 min read

Living in Bountiful, Utah: an honest local guide

Bountiful, Utah from published figures: drive times, places nearby, the public schools by district, property tax and homes, each with its source and date.

Photo by Tile Merchant Ireland on UnsplashNovember 3, 2026 · 4 min readShould You List Your Utah Home in November or Wait Until Spring?Listing in November or waiting for spring depends on your home, your timeline and your numbers. Here is how to weigh both on the Wasatch Front, with questions to bring to a lender and tax professional.

Photo by Jozsef Hocza on UnsplashOctober 30, 2026 · 3 min readMortgage Rates Dip to 7.24%: What the Weekly Drop Means for BuyersFreddie Mac's October 29 survey put the 30-year fixed rate at 7.24%, down from 7.32% a week earlier. Here is what a small weekly move means, and what to ask a lender about refinancing.

Photo by Collov Home Design on UnsplashOctober 25, 2026 · 3 min readMortgage Rates at 7.32%: What It Means for Wasatch Front BuyersFreddie Mac put the 30-year fixed rate at 7.32% on October 22, 2026, down from 7.40% a week earlier. Here is what that small dip means for buyers along the Wasatch Front.

Photo by Aaron Lefler on UnsplashOctober 21, 2026 · 4 min readMonthly Payment at a 7.4% Mortgage Rate: Wasatch Front ExamplesFreddie Mac's 30-year average held at 7.40% on Oct. 15. Here is what that rate means for a monthly payment on three loan sizes, and the options worth asking a lender about.

Photo by Spacejoy on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 2 min readHow to get your home ready for listing photosMost buyers see your home online first. A room-by-room checklist to get it ready for the photographer, the video and the first showing.

Photo by Maria Ziegler on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 2 min readBuying your first home in Utah: where to startA step-by-step start for first-time buyers in Utah: budget, pre-approval, first-time buyer programmes, the purchase contract and its deadlines.

Photo by Tracy Adams on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 2 min readGetting your Utah home ready for winterA simple autumn checklist for Utah homeowners: sprinklers, furnace, roof, gutters, swamp coolers, and snow.

Photo by Paul Moody on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 2 min readSecondary water in Utah: what home buyers should knowMany Utah homes have two water systems: drinking water and secondary water for the yard. Here is how secondary water works and what to ask before you buy.

Photo by Point3D Commercial Imaging Ltd. on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 2 min readRadon in Utah homes: testing, results and what to doRadon is found in homes across Utah. Here is how testing works, what the EPA action level means, and how a home is fixed when the level is high.

Photo by Christian McMenamy on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 2 min readSelling a home in Utah: the steps from listing to closingFrom pricing and photos to the Utah purchase contract and its deadlines, here is how a home sale in Utah usually unfolds.

Photo by Paul Hanaoka on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 2 min readUtah is a non-disclosure state: what that means for home pricesIn Utah, sale prices are not part of the public record. Here is what that means when you buy or sell, and where reliable price information comes from.

Photo by Zach Kessinger on UnsplashOctober 14, 2026 · 3 min readMoving to Utah: a first look at the Wasatch FrontA plain guide to the cities along the Wasatch Front, how people get around, the seasons and what to look at before you choose where to buy.

Photo by Arturo Rivera on UnsplashOctober 12, 2026 · 10 min readSalt Lake City Relocation Guide: Everything Before the MoveSalt Lake City offers a relatively short 19.5-minute mean commute, a July 2025 population estimate of 218,428, and immediate...

Photo by Roger Starnes Sr on UnsplashOctober 12, 2026 · 8 min readFirst-Time Home Buying Tips for Military FamiliesFirst-time home buying tips for military families start with a realistic payment, a clear view of VA loan eligibility, and an...

Photo by Cameron J. on UnsplashSeptember 30, 2026 · 10 min readBest Neighborhoods Near Salt Lake City for Buyers on the MoveRelocating buyers consistently rank the Salt Lake Valley among the most compelling moves in the American West, and for good...

Photo by Dennis Zhang on UnsplashSeptember 26, 2026 · 8 min readHolladay vs Cottonwood Heights for HomebuyersBoth Holladay and Cottonwood Heights sit on the east bench of Salt Lake County, both carry upper-tier price tags, and both draw...

Photo by Fernando Álvarez Rodríguez on UnsplashSeptember 21, 2026 · 10 min readLuxury Homes in Draper vs HolladayWhen evaluating luxury homes in Draper vs Holladay, buyers find two of Salt Lake Valley's most sought-after addresses offering...

Photo by Jane Sorensen on UnsplashSeptember 16, 2026 · 11 min readSell and Buy at the Same Time in Salt Lake CitySelling a property while buying another in Salt Lake City is absolutely doable, but it requires a clear sequencing plan, the...

Photo by Gabe De La Rosa on UnsplashSeptember 11, 2026 · 10 min readDraper Real Estate Market GuideDraper, Utah is one of the most strategically positioned real estate markets along the Wasatch Front, sitting at the Point of the...

Photo by Daniel Barnes on UnsplashSeptember 6, 2026 · 10 min readBest Luxury Neighborhoods in Salt Lake CityThe best luxury neighborhoods in Salt Lake City run from renovated historic homes inside the city to the largest estates on the...

Photo by nad Assa on UnsplashAugust 31, 2026 · 11 min readBest Low-Maintenance Homes for Downsizers in Salt Lake CountyThe best low-maintenance home types for downsizers in Salt Lake County are single-story ramblers, patio homes, condominiums, and...

Photo by Dina Badamshina on UnsplashAugust 31, 2026 · 11 min readSalt Lake City Relocation ChecklistThis checklist covers everything you need to handle before, during, and after your move to Salt Lake City: neighborhood research,...

Photo by Brent Pace on UnsplashAugust 26, 2026 · 12 min readMoving to Salt Lake City, Utah: What to Know Before You ArriveSalt Lake City is one of the most livable mid-sized cities in the American West, a place where a downtown tech job, ski-in...

Photo by Michal Balog on UnsplashAugust 14, 2026 · 9 min readMoving to Utah From Out of State: What to KnowUtah is among the fastest-growing states in the country, and for good reason: a flat 4.45% state income tax, property tax rates...

Photo by Ernie Journeys on UnsplashAugust 9, 2026 · 10 min readSalt Lake City HOA Fees: What Buyers Should ExpectSalt Lake City HOA fees typically range from around $50 to over $500 per month depending on property type, community amenities,...

Photo by Tierra Mallorca on UnsplashAugust 4, 2026 · 10 min readSalt Lake City Property Taxes: What Homebuyers Should KnowSalt Lake City property taxes carry an effective rate of approximately 0.54% of market value, well below the national effective...

Photo by Nick Night on UnsplashJuly 29, 2026 · 3 min readUsing Home Equity to Downsize in Salt Lake CityIf you've owned your home for a decade or more along the Wasatch Front, there's a good chance it's worth significantly more than...

Photo by Lisa Anna on UnsplashJuly 24, 2026 · 3 min readDownsizing in Salt Lake City and the Wasatch FrontThere's usually a moment that starts the conversation. The kids' rooms have been empty for years. The stairs feel like more of a...

Photo by Troy Mortier on UnsplashJuly 19, 2026 · 3 min readNew Construction vs Resale in Salt Lake CityOne of the bigger forks in the road for buyers in this market is whether to buy something brand new or something that's already...

July 15, 2026 · 1 min readChoosing the Right REALTOR®: Why Experience and Teamwork Make the DifferenceBuying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make. While online listings and...

July 15, 2026 · 2 min readLuxury Is an Experience: Why Exceptional Service Matters at Every Price PointWhen people hear the word "luxury" in real estate, they often think of multimillion-dollar homes, breathtaking views, and custom...

July 15, 2026 · 1 min readRelocating to Utah? Here's What Makes So Many People Choose to Call It HomeUtah continues to attract people from across the country—and it's easy to understand why.

July 15, 2026 · 1 min readBeyond the Closing Table: Why Relationships Matter More Than TransactionsReal estate often gets measured by numbers.

Photo by Karina G on UnsplashJuly 14, 2026 · 3 min readSalt Lake City Home Buyer's GuideBuying a home in Salt Lake City follows the same general shape as buying anywhere else in the country, but the details,...

Photo by POOJAN THANEKAR on UnsplashJuly 9, 2026 · 3 min readMoving to Salt Lake City as a Remote WorkerWhen your job doesn't care which city you log in from, the question of where to live stops being about commute times and starts...

Photo by Jake Nackos on UnsplashJuly 4, 2026 · 4 min readBest Neighborhoods in Salt Lake City for Every Kind of BuyerAsk ten people in Salt Lake City which neighborhood is "the best," and you'll get ten different answers, because the honest...

June 28, 2026 · 1 min readWhy Friendships Matter: The Science and Heart Behind Our Most Vital ConnectionsHave you ever noticed how a simple conversation with a friend can turn a gloomy day around? It’s not just in your head—science...

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