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March 21, 2024

How will the NAR Settlement affect us here in Southern Utah?

St George, UT - Today, the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) announced a proposed settlement agreement that would end litigation of claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions. The settlement is still subject to court approval.

Although a settlement has been reached, NAR continues to …

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Dec. 28, 2023

Seizing the Opportunity: Falling Mortgage Rates in St. George, UT

In the ever-evolving world of real estate, staying abreast of market trends is key to realizing your homeownership aspirations. Exciting news has recently surfaced for St. George, UT residents, as home mortgage interest rates have finally taken a downturn. In this article, we'll delve into the repercussions of this shift …

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Dec. 5, 2023

Lance Clifford's 2024 St. George Real Estate Market Predictions

As the holiday season approaches, my focus should be on festive family plans, but my thoughts are consumed by the intriguing landscape of the St. George, UT, real estate market.

Stability Persists, No Housing Bubble in Sight

Reflecting on last year's prediction, my prediction of the …

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Sept. 10, 2023

Predicting the Future of Mortgage Rates

If you're in the market to purchase a home in St. George, Utah this year, you're likely keeping an eye on the current state of mortgage rates. Mortgage rates play a pivotal role in determining what you can afford when securing a home loan, and given the challenges of affordability …

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March 20, 2017

3 Characteristics of a Savvy Investor

Investing in St. George, UT

CLEAR GOALS

They have very clear goals for their investments

Time Frame: A savvy investor has run the numbers and they have a time frame for how long they are going to hold a property based on the next two goals. 

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March 13, 2017

3 Strategies to Beat the Competition

Winning the Best Properties

BE PREPARED

For Competition: When you fin the best property for YOU, it is very likely that someone else wants it also. The BEST properties get a LOT of exposure and sell in a reasonably quick time frame here in southern Utah. If you …

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March 6, 2017

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying in Today's Market

Buying Mistakes

Negotiating a property to the best possible price is one way to build instant equity into your property. Remember that buying the property right is the key to your Real Estate investments. So how do you get a seller to take less than they should?

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March 3, 2015

First Time Home Buyers: FHA Announces Significantly Lower Annual Premiums

After a number of years of lusterless contribution in the housing market, first-time homebuyers are enjoying a boost from the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) this present year.

During the past year, homes sold to first-time buyers stayed at 29 percent for the 2nd straight year, which, as outlined by …

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Dec. 31, 2014

3 Things a Buyer Can Negotiate

GETTING A BETTER DEAL

Know Your Market
Let's face it, in order to get the very best deal possible, you need to know what the market value is. A savvy buyer and a professional agent are going to be market experts. They will be able to identify what …

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April 29, 2014

Different Ways to Hold Title in Utah Explained

There are different ways to hold title to real property and most people don't really understand the difference between "Joint Tenancy" and "Tenancy in Common". In this article I hope to educate you on the differences between the common ways to hold title. I strongly suggest that you contact an …

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