Real Estate

Sept. 18, 2024

St. George Real Estate Market Update: Today's Fed Rate Cut and Its Implications

The Federal Reserve recently announced a cut in benchmark interest rates, reducing them from a two-decade high of 5.25% to 5.50%. This move aims to stimulate economic growth and is the first significant cut since the COVID-19 pandemic, exceeding many analysts’ expectations.

In St. George, this rate reduction ...

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March 27, 2024

How will the NAR settlement affect us in Utah?

You've seen the news headlines... "NO MORE 6% REAL ESTATE COMMISSIONS", blah blah blah... Are those articles just  clickbait, or written by people with zero clue as to what is really going on, or are they actually true???

With that said, here is a video I made that kind ...

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March 21, 2024

Will Rates Drop Below 6% Anytime Soon?

It's fascinating how swiftly the real estate landscape can shift. Just a month ago, the economists over at Fannie Mae were anticipating mortgage rates dipping below 6 percent for this year and the next. However, recent updates suggest otherwise. Brace yourselves, as it seems we won't be seeing ...

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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 deny any ...

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Jan. 30, 2024

Are declining mortgage rates affecting the St. George market?

In the St. George, Utah real estate market, the recent decline in mortgage rates is reshaping the landscape for homebuyers. According to the latest market report from Redfin, this shift has significantly bolstered purchasing power, providing a noteworthy advantage to those in the market.

For instance, a homebuyer with a ...

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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 ...

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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 lack of a ...

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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 ...

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Jan. 29, 2020

The New Spring Real Estate Market is Here. Are You Ready?

Which month do you think most people who are considering buying a home actually start their search? If you’re like most of us, you probably think the surge happens in the spring, likely in April. Not anymore. According to new research, January 2019 was only 1% behind February for the ...

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Aug. 28, 2017

Are Home Values in the St. George Market Headed Down?

If Southern Utah follows the state of Texas, the answer is yes. Texas has some of the hottest markets in the country, and they are seeing home prices dip after months of appreciation. It is a near certainty that the rest of the US including Southern UT are only a ...

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