Got these from my professional coach Rob Vivian. Good counsel and funny too. I, of course commented on some of his points… The lighter side of life… 1) Life isn’t fair, but it’s still great! We live in the freest society to become what we want to be and do what we’d like. We live [...]
Facts about the $8,000 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit
Thanks to Axiom Financial for this analysis and explanation. This is great information. Please contact your lending professional or Dean for an introduction to a professional who will take great care of you whether you’re buying or just have additional questions. In 2008, Congress enacted a $7500 tax credit designed to be an incentive for [...]
Things for Which I’m Thankful This Christmas
Every year I am surprised at how fast Christmas sneaks up on me! Christmastime has always been a magical season for me. No matter the challenges my family or I might be experiencing, there’s always the light of this time of year which fills my soul with happiness.
What to do in Utah on Halloween? Corn Maze, Mall Trick-or-Treating, Haunted Houses
Thanks to my friends at Title West for consolidating this information. Plan on having a ton of fun out there! HAUNTED HOUSES/HALLOWEEN EVENTS Nightmare on 13th, SLC, 300 W. 1300 So, 467-8100, Closed Sunday. Open from 7:30 to 10 pm on weekdays, and on weekends 7:30 to 12:00 am. Castle of Chaos, SLC, 120 W. [...]
Changes to FHA Financing––Understanding HR 3221
Changes to Seller-Funded Down-Payment Assistance Programs Talk to your lending partner regarding loans utilizing seller-funded down-payment assistance programs like Nehemiah. While these programs are being eliminated, there is still time for buyers to take advantage of this home financing option. My preferred lenders (NO, I don’t get paid by them for an introduction!) know how [...]
Are you qualified to take the $7500 Tax Credit for Home Buyers?
Holy cow! If you’re a first-time home buyer, or you haven’t owned a home for three years, you may qualify for latest $7500 tax CREDIT (not deduction). Read on! The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, the most sweeping housing legislation since the Depression era, was passed by the U.S. Senate and House of [...]
Home Financing Assistance Available in Provo, UT!
Home buyers want to get into homes. Financing has become more difficult to obtain because lenders have tightened their requirements and underwriting guidelines. (What a great idea! Require borrowers have the means to repay a loan…) I was asked by a buyer this week if there are programs to allow them to get a 100% [...]
Why the RIGHT lender makes all the difference!
I’ve been in the real estate business for the past 5 1/2 years as a REALTOR® and I’ve been buying and selling homes for the past 20 years. I’m a big believer in REALTORS® who can provide great consulting help no matter the market conditions. (Of course I’d say that!) Third party works because we [...]
How much will that ticket cost me for speeding?
As a REALTOR®, I’ve learned (thankfully vicariously) where to be very careful to follow speed limits. I’ve driven with other agents who have very heavy right feet! Since moving to Lehi in 2000, my wonderful wife notched two traffic speeding tickets in zones which are still popular with “officer friendly”. I found Lehi’s Traffic Court [...]
I’ve moved the YsGuy.com Blog!
Okay, I moved and so this blog has very few entries right now. I will be transferring my previous posts from my Blogger account to this WordPress blog over the next few weeks. Please bear with me! Come back often and see what we’re up to. There will be great content from my desk and [...]
