Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Buying & Selling Utah Real Estate In The Winter




SANTA'S BEEN BUSY SELLING UTAH REAL ESTATE IN NOVEMBER & DECEMBER !

Home for Sale

 

Buying And Selling A Utah Home During The Winter?


Buyers:

Buying Utah real estate in the Winter?  When buying a home in Utah in the winter you have better leverage because there are fewer options as inventory levels diminish.  Properties for sale during the holiday season and ahead of the spring market are often the properties that must be listed for sale and can't wait for job changes, inherited property, etc.  However, the number of home buyers ready to move during the cold months is in short supply..
You can be in the driver seat during the negotiations because the deals tend to get better when the supply is higher than demand.  Clients with flexibility in their moving time frame should take a serious look at making a purchase the week before Christmas, or right after the new year.  Being a buyer in the winter when there’s less competition combined with eager sellers is an ideal place to be when negotiating.

Sellers:

Maybe you've been transferred and need to make an immediate move, or perhaps you’ve had a new addition to your family and need to sell your one-bedroom condo to move into a larger space. While buyers can have an advantage in the winter market, sellers also can be successful by avoiding a few common mistakes.  Such as:
• Interiors must be well-lighted: It's important to make the interior of your property stand out in Utah's dark, dreary cold weather. A buyer will most likely run from their car to the front door in freezing temperatures and cloudy skies. Your goal is to create an incredible warm emotional experience for buyers who tour your home.  If your home lacks natural light, we recommend installing recessed lights throughout the dark areas in your home. Brightening the spaces even with lamps, will go a long way  and is a simple but effective fix.
• The heat must be on:  Put your heating system on a timer if you want to reduce your costs but whatever you do, make sure that when showings occur your property is adequately heated (68 or more degrees).  This especially applies to those who are selling a vacant property in Utah's winter. Even when the house is overall a good fit but felt cold and empty,  the buyers don't want to spend long exploring, and they can overlook all the good features while focusing on how cold they are. Don't waste an opportunity to sell because of the temperature.
• Professionally Stage Your Home:  Staging is a powerful tool for creating that emotional response of comfort and coziness that will compel a buyer to pick your property over the others. Focus on staging the master bedroom and the rooms you spent the most time using and enjoying.
• Display warm weather pictures of the exterior when your plants and trees are in full bloom: You can do this by leaving an opened album on the dining room table showing off your foliage or garden. Don’t allow the buyer’s only impression of your yard or facade to be the barren and gray landscape of the winter months. This is a small and easy trick that can make a big difference and get you closer to winning over that eager buyer who can’t put off a home purchase until spring.

 

 "TAKE A LOOK AT THE FOLLOWING HOMES SOLD BY LINDA SECRIST & ASSOCIATES

IN NOVEMBER & THE FIRST HALF OF DECEMBER, 2017"



OLYMPUS COVE ESTATE   

 4548 S Zarahemla Dr,

Salt Lake City, Utah 84124 (Sold in December)



                  ONE OF A KIND HOLLADAY ESTATE   

6182 S Field Rose Dr,

Holladay, Utah 84121 ( Sold in December)



BRAND NEW LUXURY SANDY 2-STORY

 10674 S Ridge Way Rd #18,

Sandy, Utah 84092 (Sold in November)



LUXURY DRAPER CONDO

208 E Spencer Peak Way #E-9

Draper, UT 84020 (Sold in 9 Days in November)



COZY COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS CONDO

1282 E Ridge Meadow Ln #7-0,

Cottonwood Heights, Utah 84121 (Sold in November)



Linda Secrist & Associates are the top selling team in luxury homes in the SLC Market. They have received countless awards over the past 20 years, including “Sales Team of The Year” for over 10 years! Linda Secrist is in the top 100 Agents in the World in luxury residential real estate. If you’re searching for homes in Sandy, Salt Lake, Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, Draper, South Jordan, Bountiful, Centerville, Farmington or anywhere in northern Utah, Linda Secrist & Associates are the real estate agents to call. If you’re buying or selling a home, don’t hesitate to text or call us at 801-455-9999!
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Wednesday, December 13, 2017

T'is The Season To Believe.......And Buy A New Home!



 

Linda Secrist & Associates "Believes"......

T'is The Season To & Buy A New Home! 


Looking for the perfect gift? Linda Secrist and Associates have a great selection of incredible homes for sale this holiday season.  Whether you're looking for a luxury home to make your dreams come true, a functional new home for your growing family, or a perfect new home to downsize in, we have your Christmas list covered!. 

Take a look at some samples of the various lifestyles you can choose from:


For Sale - "CONTEMPORARY DREAM HOME"

4,755 Sqft - 2217 E Laird Way, Salt Lake City, Utah 84108

Property Description
Custom designed by noted architect Michael Upwall and built by master builder, Steve Dubell, this showpiece provides a serene and visual experience you won’t want to miss! Appointed with the finest materials that include Israeli limestone, La Cantina windows that glide open to provide an expansive, seamless indoor/outdoor living space. Sensational main level master retreat with walk in custom built closet and a deep soaking tub that provides an incredible spa-like experience. The impressive sleek chef’s kitchen boasts soaring vaults with high end appliances and ultra contemporary custom cabinets. Upper level includes 3 suites and a den that leads you to the rooftop terrace where you can enjoy the captivating mountain and golf course views. Outdoor entertaining area with a spacious covered patio, zen-like gardens and a sparkling pool with brand new filtration system and outdoor pool bath. Wonderful lower level storage and an oversized 3 car garage with a shop and built-ins. All this located in one of Salt Lake City’s finest areas. Offered At $2,650,000

 

For Sale - "PARKWAY PALISADES FAMILY PERFECTION"

7,748 Sqft - 11233 S Aubrey Meadow Cir, South Jordan, Utah 84095

 Property Description
Endless details were thoughtfully included in this 7 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom Luxury Custom Family Home. As a past “Parade of Homes Show Winner”; it is a true decorator’s showplace. The gorgeous interiors are highlighted by 2 beautiful fireplaces, a huge family great room, custom woodworking and built-ins throughout, a gourmet main floor kitchen with high-end appliances, vaulted ceilings, grand staircase, main floor master with a large spa-like bath and walk-in closet, and a lower level sports bar, theater & 2nd kitchen. All this complete with a fabulous office/den and exercise room, plenty of storage, an over-sized 4 car garage, spacious outdoor living patio and lush mature landscaping. An active lifestyle is available for runners, bikers and sports enthusiasts since this home is in close proximity to the Jordan River Trail and Park, as well as “Life Time Fitness”. All this and convenient access to the Freeway! This home is absolute “PERFECTION” for a large active family who loves entertainment and entertaining! Offered At $1,125,900

 

For Sale - "Amazing Luxury Ski Condo" 

 (GREAT FOR A 2ND HOME OR DOWNSIZED LIVING)

2,000 Sqft - 1435 E Tuscan Oak WAY #54, Sandy, Utah 84092

Property Description

Amazing luxury Ski condo in a fantastic location just 18 minutes to world class ski resorts. Open and bright with vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 4 bathroom, superior quality built by Brad Reynolds, finished walk-out lower level with kitchen area (no range). Incredible mountain views, adjacent to Dimple Dell trails, shopping, restaurants and equestrian center. This is a must see! Offered At 349,900

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Linda Secrist & Associates are the top selling team in luxury homes in the SLC Market. They have received countless awards over the past 20 years, including “Sales Team of The Year” for over 10 years! Linda Secrist is in the top 100 Agents in the World in luxury residential real estate. If you’re searching for homes in Sandy, Salt Lake, Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, Draper, South Jordan, Bountiful, Centerville, Farmington or anywhere in northern Utah, Linda Secrist & Associates are the real estate agents to call. If you’re buying or selling a home, don’t hesitate to text or call us at 801-455-9999!
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Tuesday, December 12, 2017

60+ Christmas Events to Celebrate the Holidays in Utah




60+ Christmas events to celebrate the holidays in Utah

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 Ryan Shupe and the RubberBand will perform this holiday season in Ogden on Nov. 25, Provo on Dec. 1, Logan on Dec. 9, Midway on Dec. 14, Ephraim on Dec. 15 and St. George on Dec. 16.
SALT LAKE CITY — Start off the holidays with these family-friendly events throughout Utah.

Click here for additional holiday events. For Christmas lights and displays, check out this list.

Note: This list is not all-inclusive, and events and prices are subject to change. Please send information on additional events to features@deseretnews.com.

The Nutcracker Ballet, Julie Moffitt Ballet School, Dec. 1-2 and 4, 7 p.m., Dec. 2, noon, Peerys Egyptian Theater, 2415 S. Washington Blvd., Ogden $10-$14 (866-472-4627 or egyptiantheaterogden.com)
“ReduxNut-Cracker,” Odyssey Dance Theatre, Dec. 1-2, 7:30 p.m., Browning Center, WSU, Ogden, $25-$30 (801-626-8500 or 
weberstatetickets.com)



CONCERTS AND MUSICAL EVENTS

 West Valley Symphony of Utah, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m., Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W. 3100 South, West Valley City, free (801-965-5108 or culturalcelebration.org)
Bar J Wranglers Christmas Concert, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m., Cox Performing Arts Center, DSU, St. George, $18-$22 (435-652-7800 or dsutix.com)



“ReduxNut-Cracker,” Odyssey Dance Theatre, Dec. 13-23, dates and times vary, Kingsbury Hall, U., $25.50-$45.50 (tickets.utah.edu )

Brian Stokes Mitchell, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., Peery’s Egyptian Theater, 2415 S. Washington Blvd., Ogden, $11.25-$45 (801-399-9214 or symphonyballet.org)

Park City Holiday Spectacular and Sing-A-Long, Dec. 14-16, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 17, 6 p.m., Egyptian Theatre, 328 Main, Park City, $12-$15 (435-649-9371 or egyptiantheatrecompany.org)

Ryan Shupe and the RubberBand Christmas Concert, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., Zermatt Resort, 784 Resort Drive, Midway, $18 (ryanshupe.com)

Valley Jazz Ensemble with Lemoyne Taylor, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main, free (801-718-3862 or excellenceconcerts.org)

Voice Male Christmas, Dec. 15, 7 p.m., Ellen Eccles Theatre, 43 S. Main, Logan, $10-$21 (435-752-0026 or cachearts.org)

“An Evening with Whitney Lusk,” Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., Chamber Hall, 10000 S. Centennial Parkway, Sandy, $10 (sandy.utah.gov)

“Long Ago in Bethlehem” with Jenny Oaks Baker and Family Four, Dec. 15-16, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 16, 2 p.m., Cox Auditorium, DSU, St. George, $15 (heritagechoir.org/christmas-concerts-2017)

'Peace on Earth - Carols for the World,' Dec. 15-16, 7:30 p.m., Saint Ambrose Catholic Church, 2315 E. Redondo Ave., $10-$15 (801-232-7521 or saltlakechoralartists.org)

Ryan Shupe and the RubberBand Christmas Concert, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., Eccles Center for the Performing Arts, 300 E. Center, Ephraim, $15-$20 ryanshupe.com)

“Let Us Adore Him: A Christmas Celebration,” Dec. 15-16, 7:30 p.m., Timberline Middle School, 500 W. Canyon Crest Road, Alpine, $6-$10 (thetso.org)

Bar J Wranglers Christmas Concert, Dec. 16, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., Ellen Eccles Theatre, 43 S. Main, Logan, $17-$30 (435-752-0026 or cachearts.org)


Brass Holiday Celebration, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m., Eccles Concert Hall, DSU, St. George, free (435-652-7800 or dsutix.com)

Joshua Creek Christmas Concert, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m., Butler Middle School, 7530 S. 2700 East, Cottonwood Heights, $10 (801-944-7000 or joshuacreekmusic.com)



Lark and Spur: “Traditional and Modern Carols,' Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m., Viridian Event Center, 8030 S. 1825 West, West Jordan, free (801-718-3862 or excellenceconcerts.org)



 Ryan Shupe and the RubberBand Christmas Concert, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m., Dixie High School, 350 E. 700 South, St. George, $15-$25 (ryanshupe.com)

Oratorio Society of Utah: Handel's 'Messiah,' Dec. 16, 7 p.m., Cottonwood Presbyterian Church, 1580 Vine St., Murray, free (utahoratorio.wixsite.com)

Oratorio Society of Utah: Handel's 'Messiah,' Dec. 17, 7 p.m., Libby Gardner Concert Hall, U., $10 (utahoratorio.wixsite.com)

Christmas Carole Sing-Along, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Vivint Arena, 301 W. South Temple, Salt Lake City, free (vivintarena.com)

A Light in Winters Dark with Rebekah Dunford and Ensemble, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Provo Library, 550 N. University Ave., Provo, free (provolibrary.com)

Alex Boye’s Africanized Christmas, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., Olympus High School, 4055 S. 2300 East, Holladay, $25 (ticketor.com/alexboye)

“Christmas Is … An Evening with Mark Masri,” Dec. 18-19, 7 p.m., SCERA Center for the Arts, 745 S. State, Orem, $20 (801-255-2787 or scera.org)

Timpanogos Chorale Christmas Concert, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., American Fork Junior High, 20 W. 1120 North, American Fork, $5 (facebook.com/timpanogoschorale)

Bonnie Harris and The Valley Jazz, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m., Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W. 3100 South, West Valley City, free (801-965-5108 or culturalcelebration.org)

Lehi Area Symphonic Band: Christmas Concert, Dec. 19, 7 p.m., Willow Creek Middle School, 2275 W. 300 North, Lehi, free 801-369-8806 or lehicityarts.com)

Christmas with Collin Raye and the Mark Robinette Orchestra, Dec. 19-20, 7 p.m., Layton High School, 440 Wasatch Drive, Layton, $9-$39 (davisarts.org)

Voice Male, Dec. 19, 7 p.m., Thanksgiving Point, 3900 N. Garden Drive, Lehi, $30-$40 (801-768-2300 or thanksgivingpoint.org)

LeAnn Rimes: “Today is Christmas,” Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m., Abravanel Hall, 123 W. South Temple, $45-$249 (801-533-6683 or utahsymphony.org)

Octapella Christmas, Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m., Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South, $20 (801-355-2787 or artsaltlake.org)

Winter Solstice Concert, Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m., Cathedral Church of St. Mark, 231 E. 100 South, free, donations accepted (801-322-3400)

Joshua Creek Christmas Concert, Dec. 21, 7 p.m., Covey Center for the Arts, 425 W. Center, Provo, $15 (801-852-7007 or joshuacreekmusic.com)

Josh and Lindsey Wright, Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m., Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main, free (801-718-3862 or excellenceconcerts.org)

Caleb Chapman’s Crescent Christmas, Dec. 22-23, 7 p.m., SCERA Center for the Arts, 745 S. State, Orem, $10-$12 (scera.org)

Kurt Bestor, Dec. 22-23, 8 p.m.; Dec. 24-25, 6 p.m., Egyptian Theatre, 328 Main, Park City, $34-$50 (435-649-9371 or egyptiantheatrecompany.org)

THEATRICAL EVENTS

 “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” Nov. 24-Dec. 16, dates and times vary, CenterPoint Legacy Theatre, 525 N. 400 West, Centerville, $15 (801-298-1302 or centerpointtheatre.org)

“Christmas Vacation: The Polarized Express,” through Dec. 30, dates and times vary, Desert Star, 4861 S. State, Murray, $28.95 for adults, $14.95-$18.95 for children under age 12 (801-266-2600 or desertstar.biz)

“Star Ward Christmas,” Nov. 17-Dec. 23, dates and times vary, The Off Broadway Theatre, 272 S. Main, $16 for adults, $12 for students, seniors and military, $10 for children 2-12 (801-355-4628 or theobt.org)

“Plaid Tidings,” Nov. 30-Dec. 23, dates and times vary, Covey Center for the Arts, 425 W. Center, Provo, $16 for general, $14 for students, seniors and military (801-852-7007 or coveycenter.org)

“Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical,” Dec. 1-16, dates and times vary, SCERA Center for the Arts, 745 S. State, Orem, $14 for adults, $12 for children ages 3-11 and seniors (scera.org)

Its a Wonderful Life, Dec. 1-16, dates vary, 7 p.m., Lehi Arts Center, 685 N. Center, Lehi, $6-$8 (801-369-8806 or lehicityarts.com)

A Christmas Carol, Dec. 1-18, 7 p.m., Draper Theatre, 12366 S. 900 East, Draper, $10-$15 for adults, $6-$12 for seniors and military, $7-$10 for children ages 12 and under (801-572-4144 or drapertheatre.org)

White Christmas, Dec. 1-18, dates and times vary, Old Barn Community Theatre, 3605 Bigler Road, Collinston, $8-$9 (435-458-2276 or oldbarn.org)

A Fairly Potter Christmas Carol, Dec. 1-23, dates and times vary, Ziegfeld Theater, 3934 S. Washington Blvd., Ogden, $19 for adults, $17 for seniors, $12 for students with ID and children ages 12 and younger (855-944-2787 or theziegfeldtheater.com)

Five Carols for Christmas, Dec. 7-18, dates and times vary, Midvale Performing Arts Center, 695 W. 7720 South, Midvale, $8 for general, $5 for children ages 12 and younger and seniors (801-294-1242 or sugarfactoryplayhouse.com)

Juanito Banditos Christmas Carol, Dec. 8-9 and 11-12, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 9, 3 p.m., Ellen Eccles Theatre, 43 S. Main, Logan, $20-$28 for adults, $16-$24 for children ages 3-11 (435-752-0026 or cachearts.org)

A Christmas Carol, Dec. 11, 7 p.m., Provo Library, 550 N. University Ave., Provo, free (provolibrary.com)

The Watchman and The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., Olpin Union, Little Theatre, U., free (facebook.com/BabcockPerformingReaders)

A Christmas Carol: The Musical, through Dec. 16, dates and times vary, Heritage Theatre, 2505 S. Highway 89, Perry, $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and children under 13; children under 4 not permitted (435-723-8392 or heritagetheatreutah.com)

Scrooge: A Christmas Carol, through Dec. 23, dates and times vary, Terrace Plaza Playhouse, 99 E. 4700 South, Ogden, $12-$14 for adults, $11-$13 for students and seniors, $9-$11 for children ages 12 and younger (801-393-0070 or terraceplayhouse.com)

GETTING OUT

 The Reindeer Express, Dec. 1, 5-8 p.m., Indoor Riding Arena, USU South Farm Complex, 3580 South Hwy 89/91, Wellsville, free (vetmed.usu.edu)

PTA Holiday Craft Fair, Dec. 1, 5-9 p.m.; Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Middle Canyon Elementary School, 751 E. 1000 North, Tooele, free (435-833-1907 or middlecanyonelementary.tooeleschools.org)

Holiday Open House and Artisan Fair, Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., Ogden, free (801-621-7595 or ogdennaturecenter.org)

Jingle Bell Run, Dec. 2, 8 a.m., Highland High School, 2166 S. 1700 East, Sugar House, prices vary (jbr.org/saltlakecity)

Winter Market, Dec. 4, 11 and 18, 5-9 p.m., Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W. 3100 South, West Valley City, free (801-965-5108 or culturalcelebration.org)

Live Interactive Nativity, Dec. 8-9, 7 p.m., Smith Acres Farm, 20 N. 300 West, Newton, Cache County, free, bring a canned food for a free ornament and wear a nativity costume for a free ornament (435-754-7168 or search Smith Acres Farm Newton on Facebook)

The Uncalled for Trio: “A Holiday Storytelling Show,” Dec. 11, 7 p.m., Thanksgiving Point, 3900 N. Garden Drive, Lehi, $9.50-$12.50 (801-768-2300 or thanksgivingpoint.org)

Winter Solstice Celebration, Dec. 16, 9 a.m.-noon, Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way, $7-$12 (redbuttegarden.org/winter-solstice






Linda Secrist & Associates are the top selling team in luxury homes in the SLC Market. They have received countless awards over the past 20 years, including “Sales Team of The Year” for over 10 years! Linda Secrist is in the top 100 Agents in the World in luxury residential real estate. If you’re searching for homes in Sandy, Salt Lake, Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, Draper, South Jordan, Bountiful, Centerville, Farmington or anywhere in northern Utah, Linda Secrist & Associates are the real estate agents to call. If you’re buying or selling a home, don’t hesitate to text or call us at 801-455-9999!

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Monday, November 20, 2017

Announcing,,,Linda Secrist & Associates "Share The Warmth Charity Campaign




Linda Secrist & Associates Annouce Our Annual:


"SHARE THE WARMTH DONATION CAMPAIGN"


Donate Something Warm, New Or Used


Linda Secrist & Associates requests that you please join us at our scheduled open houses during the month of December for our annual "Share The Warmth" Charity Campaign.  We will be collecting coats and any warm items for those in need in our local community.  Donation Boxes will be at each Open House from November 15, 2017  through January 3, 2018, and the reception area of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Office, located at 6340 S 300 E, Ste 600, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121.  We need your help collecting coats, boots, blankets, sleeping bags, hats, gloves, scarves and socks. Donations will be delivered to "The Road Home Shelters, and Refugee Families.

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Linda Secrist Team
Linda Secrist & Associates are the top selling team in luxury homes in the SLC Market. They have received countless awards over the past 20 years, including “Sales Team of The Year” for over 10 years! Linda Secrist is in the top 100 Agents in the World in luxury residential real estate. If you’re searching for homes in Sandy, Salt Lake, Cottonwood Heights, Millcreek, Draper, South Jordan, Bountiful, Centerville, Farmington or anywhere in northern Utah, Linda Secrist & Associates are the real estate agents to call. If you’re buying or selling a home, don’t hesitate to call us at 801-455-9999!
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Thursday, November 16, 2017

Does Staging Help You Sell Your Home?



Are You Considering Staging Your Home?


Come See How At 'THE VILLAS @ DIMPLE DELL'

Staged Model Home Open - TUES-FRI 2-5 PM, SAT 12-5 PM

Sun-Mon (By Appointment)  801-449-0146

(SANDY'S NEWEST LUXURY HOME DEVELOPMENT)

Located at: 10600 S. 1700 E., Sandy, UT

 

Professional Staging

One of the most important things to remember when you're preparing to sell your home is to get rid of clutter. Too much furniture is one of the major issues in making a house appear cluttered.  When professional staging is used, the stagers often remove as much as half of the owners furnishings.  It makes the house appear much larger and cleaner.  Sellers should take a hard look at what they have and ask themselves what they can live without.
Usually, stagers will furnish your space by floating furniture away from walls and re-position and staging sofas and chairs into cozy conversational groups.  They will place pieces so that the traffic flow in a room is obvious. Not only will this make the space more user-friendly, but it will open up the room and make it seem larger. They are famous for moving furniture, artwork and accessories to alternate rooms you never would have thought about doing.
One of the things that makes staged homes look so warm and welcoming is great lighting. As it turns out, many of our homes are improperly lighted. To remedy the problem, stagers will increase the wattage in your lamps and fixtures. Staging doesn't depend on just one or two fixtures per room, either. Stagers will make sure you have three types of lighting: ambient (general or overhead), task (pendant, under-cabinet or reading) and accent (table and wall).
sometimes involve updating the paint. If you have a small kitchen and dining room, a seamless color of paint  look will make both rooms feel like one big space.  Another staging design trick will be to paint the walls the same color as the drapery and it will create the illusion of more space. Stagers will sometimes suggest painting a living room a fresh neutral color which helps tone down any dated finishes in the space. Even if you have always had off-white walls, take a chance and test a quart of paint in a warm, neutral hue. As for bold wall colors, stagers will always suggest going with neutrals in large spaces.
Take a look at the before and after pictures of our Model Home at  'The Villas @ Dimple Dell, the difference is amazing!

 When it comes to mixing the right accessories odd numbers are preferable, especially three. Stagers suggest rather than lining up a trio of accessories in a row, imagine a triangle and place one object at each point. Scale is important in staging, too, so in your group of three be sure to vary height and width, with the largest item at the back and the smallest in front. For maximum effect, group accessories by color, shape, texture or some other unifying element.
To update and freshen your kitchen stagers will often suggest getting new doors and drawer fronts. Then paint everything to match and add new hardware. And instead of replacing the entire dishwasher, you may be able to get a new front panel.
                            

When staging, you want to create a relaxing bedroom setting with luxurious linens and soft colors that will make a potential home buyer want to hang out.  And remember to de-clutter. By cleaning out your closets, you're showing off your storage space, which sells houses - it always ranks high on buyers' priority list.

  
Having tile professionally painted can stage a bathroom to look brand new. And accessorizing can make buyers feel like they're in a spa. Stager's will put out items like rolled-up towels, decorative baskets and candles. It's a great way to create a polished look, and it doesn't cost much to do.
Stagers hate unfinished projects because they can scare off potential buyers. Missing floorboards and large cracks in the sidewalk on the way to your door tend to be a red flag, for example, and they cost you less to fix than buyers might deduct from the asking price.
Staged homes are almost always graced with fresh flowers and pricey orchid arrangements, but you can get a similar effect simply by raiding your yard. Spring and summer blooms add splashes of cheerful color, or fall foliage warms up your decor on chilly autumn days and holly branches heavy with berries look smashing in winter.

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Thursday, November 9, 2017

Winter is Coming....Protect Your Home Garden



7 Simple Steps To Winterize Your Home Garden


A gardener’s work is never done, and during fall, this means it’s time to get your growing space ready for winter. Really? The short answer is yes. You’ve already spent a lot of time, energy, and money on your garden, so it’s important to protect your investment.

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Step 1: Clean out all the weeds.


The first thing you need to do is get rid of all the dead leaves and anything that looks diseased in your garden.  Basically, pull out anything you wouldn't want living in your garden next growing season.  It's much easier to do it now than in the spring when the root systems have grown deeper.

You might want to leave the foliage of your perennial flowers in your garden and not cut them back.  It adds some interest and plants such as cone flowers and ornamental grasses still look nice covered in the snow, plus they add extra food for birds. If you cut your perennials down, leave at least 6 inches of stem & leaves for protection.


Step 2: Protect your new garden beds.


Veggie gardens don't need winter protection.  But if your trying to establish some new plants, especially perennials, you need to add some extra coverage to protect your garden.


 Step 3: Plant your bulbs.


This needs to be done before the ground freezes if you want tulips, daffodils, or any springtime flowers. Many times, gardeners have trouble planting bulbs. Either the ground is too hard or they have clay soil, and they never seem to get the hole deep enough. You need it several inches deep, in most cases, so it has good protection over winter and is ready to bloom in spring.


Step 4: Give your plants one last drink, and then turn the water off.


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Step 5: Put a winter jacket on your trees, shrubs, and rosebushes.


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Step 6: Dig up your tender plants and tubers.


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Step 7: Add some extra mulch to your garden.


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Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Real Estate Investments Rank No.3 in U.S.





Report: Salt Lake ranks No. 3 in U.S. for real estate investment


Real Estate in Salt Lake City is a hot topic these days!  Both commercial and residential have significantly increased in value in 2017!  We found this great article written by Jasen Lee of the Deseret News and we thought you might be interested if you're looking to buy or sell a home, or if you're considering relocating to Salt Lake City, UT!

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 Utah's capital city has joined the ranks of the top cities in America for commercial real estate investment, a new report indicates. Salt Lake City (No. 3) and Fort Lauderdale (No. 6) jumped into the top 10 for the first time in the study’s history.
 
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's capital city has joined the ranks of the top cities in America for commercial real estate investment, a new report indicates.
This year’s top cities in the 'Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2018,' released Thursday by financial services provider PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Urban Land Institute were led by top-rated Seattle, followed by Austin, Texas and Salt Lake City at No. 3.
It was the Utah capital's first top 10 ranking in the annual report, making it the least populous city to ever break into the top 10.
“The growing interest in smaller cities by real estate investors is influenced by their relative affordability, coupled with a concentration of young, skilled workers,” said report co-author Mitch Roschelle. “The diverse, robust economies of these smaller cities make them very desirable to investors.”
Roschelle noted that Salt Lake City's combination of job growth and an increasing number of young professionals within its worker population has worked in its favor. He also noted that the cost of doing business is 12 percent lower than the national average, making Salt Lake City even more attractive to investors.
'(They're) growing a population of young folks, and they're finding jobs. Employers are coming and they need employees,' Roschelle said. 'They need space for the employees. They're renting space and driving the rents up. This is all the virtuous cycle that cities look for in terms of growing and expanding their economy.'
The move toward higher investment in small metro areas like Salt Lake City is one that is likely to continue for the foreseeable future, he said.
“The trend of smaller markets displacing larger ones as investment hubs is setting a new course for urban development that is reshaping cities across the nation,” said ULI Global CEO Patrick Phillips. “These cities are positioning themselves as highly competitive, in terms of livability, employment offerings, and recreational and cultural amenities.”
A local analyst said Salt Lake City's reputation for economic vitality has helped make it a sought-after locale for larger capital investors.
Historically Utah’s investment market has been dominated by local investors, with a portion coming from California, explained Eli Mills, senior vice president and investment specialist for the Salt Lake office of commercial real estate firm CBRE. This trend has changed significantly over the past three years to include a great deal of out-of-state and institutional buyers, he said.
Institutional investors are large organizations, such as banks, pension funds, labor unions, or insurance companies that make substantial investments on the stock exchange, Mills explained.
'Typically, institutional investors will only invest in markets where they see the potential for high returns and good future growth,' he said. 'Utah has shifted from a market that national and global investors research for potential investment, but do nothing about to a market where they are increasingly, actively investing their money.'
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