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Neighborhood Guide: Davis County

Big-city amenities, small-town comfort, and a quick commute to Salt Lake and Ogden can all be found in Davis County. If you’re looking to move into this cozy-chic area, we’ve got your guide! Cities to Fall in Love With Davis County is the state’s third-largest—home...

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Provider Marketplace: Neighbor

Home Sweet Moneymaker Got a basement, shed, lawn or garage with some extra space screaming “RENT ME?” Now there’s a way to turn that extra storage space into a monthly payment with Neighbor’s peer-to-peer marketplace. Neighbor matches up homeowners who have extra...

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5 Top Tips for Calculating Your Offer Price

You’ve found the one you love… the perfect house, that is. Congrats! Now it’s time to figure out how much to offer. Here’s how to get started: Check out active listings in the property’s neighborhood. How do they compare to the one you love and what are their...

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Provo/Orem: Neighborhood Guide

Want a community with a little of everything—arts, education, adventure, business, family-friendly and more? It may be time to check out Provo and Orem. As the heart and hub of Utah County, these two cities collectively hold plenty of surprises that are certain to...

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What’s PMI and How Can You Avoid Paying It?

Pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) or play the wait-and-save game? That’s the dilemma for a majority of would-be homebuyers. It’s rarely an easy (or fun) choice. The Dilemma Coming up with a 20% down payment can take years. With home prices increasing 5-10%...

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Myth: You need great credit to buy a home

Has your credit suffered a hit or two? Before you start thinking rentals, read this. What mortgage lenders are looking for  You know all about credit scores and that, across the three big credit reporting agencies, scores can really fluctuate. Mortgage brokers and...

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5 Ugly Home Features Buyers Can Easily Fix

If you’ve been looking for a new home in Utah’s current market, you know pickings are slim. Most buyers know what a few gallons of paint can do. But if you’re willing to take on a couple of additional projects, you can turn that ugly duckling house into an...

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Population boom in Utah County

The 2016 Census left no doubt that Utah’s population is growing statewide. In fact, it’s growing more than any other state. But what’s really interesting is where all the growth is occurring. Hint: it’s not Salt Lake City or even Salt Lake county. Utah County...