Things You Shouldn’t Do Before Applying for a Mortgage in Utah

Things You Shouldn’t Do Before Applying for a Mortgage in Utah

If you’re getting ready to buy a home, there are a lot of things you should do, such as getting pre-approved for a Utah mortgage loan. But there are also a few things you don’t want to do. Change your job. Now is not the right time to become self-employe

Apr 30, 2015 | First-time Homebuyers Mortgage Basics Refinancing a Home Purchasing a Home

Distressed Properties: What’s Changed for Homebuyers

Interested in buying a distressed property in Salt Lake City? You’ll still find these types of homes on the market. But there are definitely fewer bank-owned properties and short sales available for sale today than there were a couple of years ago.

Apr 16, 2015 | Purchasing a Home

Appraisal Anxiety Have You Down? Here’s How to Cope

Appraisal Anxiety Have You Down? Here’s How to Cope

If you’re buying or selling a home in Utah, you may be worried about the appraisal. What should you do if the appraisal comes up short? Here are some options for both buyers and sellers: For Sellers: Walk away. If the appraised value comes in lowe

Apr 12, 2015 | Home Buying or Selling

The Most Common Homebuying Mistakes

The Most Common Homebuying Mistakes

In the market for a new home? You’ll want to avoid these common mistakes made by first-time buyers – and even those who already have purchased a home or two before.  Shopping Before Getting Pre-Approved Without consulting with mortgage co

Apr 08, 2015 | Purchasing a Home

The Benefits of a 203K Home Renovation Loan

The Benefits of a 203K Home Renovation Loan

Have you heard about the FHA 203K home renovation loan? This innovative loan program is designed to make it much easier to purchase a home in Salt Lake City that needs a lot of repair work or updating.With a 203K loan, home buyers are able

Apr 05, 2015 | FHA Loans Purchasing a Home

Rebuilding Your Credit and Buying a Home

Rebuilding Your Credit and Buying a Home

Have you faced some financial difficulties in recent years but still want to buy a home with a mortgage in Utah? Here are some tips: Order your credit report. Under federal law, you are entitled to one free credit report each year from all three credit-r

Mar 31, 2015 | Credit First-time Homebuyers Purchasing a Home