March is a time for warming weather, leprechauns, rainbows, and pots of gold. In the housing market March is also a time for increasing sales and improved activity. Historically the market begins to heat up as the weather does. Timing is everything in Real Estate, and knowing when to act is vital for your success. 

The market is poised for some great improvements and opportunities. Recent sales history can help us estimate which zip codes will be able to sell this month.

If you live in one of these HOT zip codes, your home may be the pot-of-gold at the end of the rainbow. Contact me quickly while the demand in your area is hot. You can also sign up for a free Market Report or a Home Analysis to help you decide when the timing is just right…

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Now is a great time to buy! But what if you already own a home? The overall market may be down, but some homes can still attract buyers willing to pay what your home is worth. What makes these homes resistant to the recession? As the adage goes: “location, location, location!”

By tracking the areas with the highest demand we know which homes will sell well this month. If you live in one of these areas, now is the time to sell so you can take advantage of the other great deals around the state. The low interest rates won't last forever, and will likely increase soon. If you live in one of these hot spots*, now is the time to list your home and start looking for a new home to purchase.

1. Alpine, Zip 84004           Price Range: $300K – $350K
Sales…

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Here’s a quick video for my Listings.

For more information and graphs check out my earlier report comparing the home sales along the Wasatch Front, with those of the rest of the nation.

As well as my reaction to the July statistics: Double Dip?

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We keep hearing about how much of a buyer’s market it is. This can still be an advantage if you are selling your home. If demand for your home is up, which it is in these Hot Spots, you’ll be able to sell your home for top dollar. Then you will also be able to take advantage of the great deals available in other neighborhoods.


While the tax-credit stimulated the sales for a few months it only applied to some buyers. Those who did not qualify for the tax credit are still looking for homes to buy. The currently lower interest rates provide more buying power. If you live in a hot spot, now is the time to list your home and start looking for a great deal to purchase.

Utah’s Hot Spots are the zip codes and prices ranges that had the most demand and…

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We have seen a shift in the successful sales spots across the state. Now that the first-time home buyer incentive has expired the more luxurious homes are selling. 80% of the top 20 selling areas last month were homes over $300,000. Of these homes, more than 30% are over $500,000!

The current interest rates make these homes excellent to buy right now. Lower interest rates mean that you have more buying power. Combined with decreased home prices these homes are amazing deals right now.

Utah’s Hot Spots are the zip codes and prices ranges that had the most demand and highest success last month. Economic improvement and recovery start in hot spots and then spread to other areas of the valley. Purchasing a home in one of these hot spots gives you a…

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The dust is starting to settle from the recent government assistance program. And the question on everyone's mind is... what now?

It is still a great time to buy because of low interest rates, and it is a good time to sell because buyers need properties to purchase! The recent grants were only for 1st time homebuyers and those who’d lived in their current home for more than five years. What if you weren't on this short list? If you couldn't get the grant, now is the time for you!
You can still get a great deal on a home! Now that all those who did qualify for the grant have their home, it leaves room for you to get your dream home! Knowing when and where to sell & purchase a home is vital to Real Estate success. The demand and value is highest in Utah’s…

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Viewing statistics is vital to predicting Real Estate trends. I keep track of how many homes are being sold across the Wasatch Front to stay informed for my friends and clients. There are many other factors affecting the Real Estate industry, but this is a quick way to glimpse market changes. Homes prices are driven by how many homes are being sold. When there is a considerable increase in demand prices and values go up.   These graphs and statistics show how many homes have been sold each month for the past 3 years. You can clearly see the bottom of the market back in January of 2009. So far we have had over 20% more homes sell this year than at this point last year. For more information about what these statistics mean for your particular…

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Top Places to Buy/Sell a Home in Utah this March!

The economic growth and progress of 2010 is continuing to increase! This continuing trend of growth is showing a heightened interest in the housing market. The deadline for the free grant money is approaching quickly! Those interested in buying a home this year need to act fast. This increase in demand is pushing the success of the market through the winter months.

Knowing when to sell or purchase a home is vital to Real Estate success and the demand is highest in Utah’s Hot Spots! These locations are the zip codes and prices ranges that had the most demand and highest success last month. Economic improvement and recovery start in hot spots and then spread to other areas of the valley. These hot…

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Top Places to Buy/Sell a Home in Utah this February

2010 is off to a great start! This January had a higher number of homes sold than the beginning of last year. This continuing trend of growth is demonstrating an increased interest in the housing market. Knowing when to sell or purchase a home is vital to Real Estate success and the demand is highest in Utah's Hot Spots! These are the zip codes and price ranges which have had the most demand and highest success rates last month. Economic improvement begins in Hot Spots and spreads to other areas of the valley. These Hot Spots are the areas that will get top dollar for their home. Purchasing a home in one of these Hot Spots gives you a front row seat to economic recovery.

1. Salt Lake City Zip 84108…

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The last quarter of 2009 showed growth in the number of homes sold. This increase in sales pushed the total number of homes sold in 2009 higher than 2008! This trend of growth is showing an increasing demand in purchasing a home. Knowing when to sell or purchase a home is vital to your Real Estate success, and the demand is highest in Utah’s Hot Spots!

These Hot Spots are the zip codes and prices ranges where there has been the highest demand for homes. Economic improvement and recovery start in hot spots and then spread to other areas of the valley. These hot spots are the areas that will get top dollar for their home. Purchasing a home in one of these hot spots gives you a front row seat to economic recovery.

1. Bountiful: Zip 84010 &nbsp &nbsp…

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