Get insider information about the St. George, Utah real estate market.  Where are the best places to buy, handy stats, and other helpful tips.

Staged homes sell 73% faster than their competition.

It's a seller's market right now and it's easy to make a lot of money from the sale of your home. The best way to get the most out of your money is to stage your home.

Staging your home can help you sell it faster and for more money. Keep reading for 10 home staging tips from the experts themselves. 

1. Focus on Important Areas

When it comes to staging your home, certain areas are more impactful than others. Buyers are most focused on the living room, master bedroom, and kitchen.

This means you should focus your efforts on these areas. It doesn't mean you should neglect basic maintenance of any other areas, though. 

2. Rearrange 

If you've ever wanted to try feng shui, now is the…

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Real estate is often recognized as one of the most efficient ways to drastically increase your net worth. A method that many people take advantage of is renting out a property to tenants in order to generate passive income.

But, there's a large handful of advantages associated with buying homes instead of renting homes that not everyone is aware of.

Unsure about what you need to keep in mind? We’ve got all the information that you need to know.

Let's take a look at the benefits of buying vs renting in Utah.

1. Long-Term Payoff


Unfortunately, renting property doesn't reward you with any value in the future. Although it gives you a place to stay, you won't get any of this money back.

Buying a home, however, will eventually allow you to…

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It's no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped countless industries. In particular, the real estate space is one of the most notable.

Interest rates are currently historically low, which has led to many people purchasing a home for the first time. But, not everyone has made up their mind yet (or knows why they should take advantage of this situation). 

Not sure where to start? Don't worry, we’ve got you covered.

Let's take a look at everything you need to know about how the Utah housing market's current interest rates can benefit you.

You Can Purchase a Home You Otherwise Wouldn't Be Able to

As you may expect, one of the largest benefits of purchasing a home that has a low interest rate is being able to close a deal on a house that…

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Do you ever dream about having a vacation home somewhere? You could pick up and go take an amazing vacation, savoring your time in your home away from home.

No dealing with the hassle of a hotel or trying to figure out where you’re going to stay; you have a personal spot all your own just waiting for you. 

As it happens, vacation home rentals are one of the best investments you can make in your future. Read on to learn more about the benefits of having a vacation home in St. George, Utah. 

Get Rental Income

One of the biggest benefits of owning a vacation home rental is that you collect on rental income. Renting is a great source of passive income since, besides some routine upkeep and maintenance, you don’t have to work for the money you…

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Buying a vacation home is a little different from purchasing a primary residence. There are just as many if not more things to consider besides location and space. If you don't think of everything before jumping into a 30-year commitment, it could affect your future negatively.

But where do you start? Knowing where you want to buy is the first step. And, of course, you'll need to know what you can afford.

Beyond the basics, however, are some things that you may not think of on your own. All of these factors combined should be entertained so that you can make the best choice for you and your family.

If you want to know more about how to find vacation homes for sale in St George then you've come to the right place. In this article, we're discussing…

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Are you thinking about buying a second home in The Ledges of St George community to use as a vacation rental home? There are several things to consider.

The first thing you should keep in mind is that vacation rental income often only supplements the carrying cost of a property - it doesn’t always translate to a profit once other expenses are paid.

For example, if your Ledges vacation rental is rented 30% of the time (optimistic), and you are getting $250/night, your rental would be bringing in about $3,750/month. Sounds good, huh? But not so fast. Property management fees can be as high as 50% of the gross rental income for nightly rentals (i.e. the Ledges of St George).  From this example, you would net $1,875 after management fees.

Now,…

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The Community

Entrada at Snow Canyon is a luxury home community located in Southwestern Utah. It is a development large enough so that portions of it are located in three different cities; Santa Clara, Ivins and St George. 

There are several different sections of the Entrada community all of which have their own price point. A few of the communities include: Chaco Bench, Chaco West, Kachina Cliffs, Toroweap, Lava Falls, Kachina Springs and The Reserve. 

 

The Homes

All of the homes in the various communities are built southwest style, somewhat similar to Santa Fe style homes, but more modern. 

Common to most of the homes are incredible views, huge picture windows and dramatic ceilings.

Custom ceiling designs include beamed,…

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Earning a home is a life goal for many people.  Homeownership affords you privacy, gives you equity and there are even tax advantages. 

Even for people who already own a home, the essential dream doesn't go away. It just alters focus slightly. You start considering questions about whether a better home is practical.

There is one question that confronts everyone during their quests for homeownership. Should I buy an existing house or look into new construction homes?

Both options provide advantages, but they also include disadvantages. It's important to have a handle on these issues before you make a final decision.

With that in mind, let's dig into the pros and cons of...

Existing Vs. New Construction Homes

Since a home is one of the…

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According to a new report from NIA Excel, a commercial real estate firm operating in much of the western United States, 2017 was a notable year for construction in Southern Utah. Records were made in both money spend and square footage created.

This won’t come as a surprise to locals who have been seeing new retail shops and housing developments popping up the last several years, but in 2017 there was a notable increase.

Additionally, vacancy rates are low across Southern Utah. Vacancies in multi-family units are below one percent, and single family homes booming. In July, The Spectrum reported, that halfway through the year asking prices had never been higher and homes were selling fast. In 2018, two large apartment complexes are expected to be…

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House Republican leaders proposed a tax bill Thursday that would reduce the popular mortgage interest deduction by 50%, for some households. Currently, homeowners can deduct interest payments for mortgage loans up to $1 million. With the newly proposed bill this deduction would be preserved for existing mortgages, but would limit new purchase loans up to $500,000.  In addition, the rule allowing homeowners to deduct property taxes from their taxable income would be capped at $10,000.  If passed, the bill will most assuredly have a negative impact on housing and real estate nationwide.  In a statement, National Association of Realtors President William Brown said, "Eliminating or nullifying the tax incentives for homeownership puts home values and…

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