Utah Home Deals

Home Prices Continue to Surge, NAR Data Shows Home prices rose in 80% of metro markets in the second quarter of 2026, up from 71% last quarter, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ latest report. The data points to stronger homeowner equity and continuing affordability challenges for buyers.  The median price for a single-...

Smaller generation reshaping future housing market Gen Alpha has about 2 million fewer members than Gen Z did at the same ages, while high housing costs continue to delay when many young adults establish homes of their own. The next generation of young adults entering the housing market will be smaller than the one before it, a shift that could affe...

Wealthy buyers snap up neighboring properties to build private compounds Luxury buyers are combining homes and vacant lots for more privacy, security and space, driving up demand – and premiums – for adjoining properties. Wealthy buyers are assembling private compounds by purchasing neighboring homes and vacant lots, a trend called "landmaxxing," Coldwell Banker said...

FHA proposes simpler partial claim process FHA is considering a new way to manage partial claims that could reduce paperwork and help prevent delays when homeowners sell, refinance or transfer a property. A proposed change to a FHA mortgage relief program could help prevent an old partial claim from becoming an unexpected obstacle when a hom...

Guiding retirees weighing a move Retirement can prompt important housing decisions. Realtors can build trust by helping customers compare home values, maintenance needs, lifestyle goals and relocation options, even when downsizing is not the plan. Retirement is a milestone moment in life. Each person has their own vision of an idea...

Mortgage rates rise for fourth week running The 30-year fixed rate reaches 6.66% as bond yields respond to Iran conflict. That's still slightly below the average of 6.72% a year ago. The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose for the fourth consecutive week to its highest level in a year, another setback for prospective homebuyers hoping f...

Federal Reserve votes 9-3 to leave key rate unchanged The Fed held rates steady as inflation and energy prices remain high, though growing expectations of a September hike could keep borrowing costs elevated. The Federal Reserve left its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday despite persistently high inflation and a spike in energy prices caused by the...

Helping renters avoid a costly coverage gap Renters can protect their belongings, finances and temporary living costs by understanding what their policy covers and where gaps may remain. Question: My landlord is asking me to buy renters’ insurance before I move into my apartment. I do not own the place, so I do not understand why I would ne...

Why more Americans are turning to co-buying to afford a home More buyers are teaming up with friends or relatives to split the down payment, mortgage and other homeownership costs, making it easier to buy in today’s affordability-challenged market. For many Americans, buying a home alone is a challenge. Many people are finding it difficult to save for a dow...

Sellers may not need renovations before listing Costly upgrades may not pay off in a price-sensitive market. Agents can help sellers focus on safety, insurance and financing issues while using cleaning, maintenance and strategic pricing to address dated features. Pre-list renovations do not always deliver enough of a return to justify their cost,...