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Category: Why Buy Now

Home Values and New Home Sales Increase in 2012

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 by Allen, Kristi

Two reports, released recently, show great increases in both new home sales and the value of homes across the Greater Salt Lake market. This is great news for those who would like to invest in a new home in Utah, as values continue to increase.

Forbes: Buying 45% Cheaper Than Renting

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 by Allen, Kristi


Deciding whether to buy or rent your new home in Utah? According to Forbes magazine, it is 45% cheaper to buy your new home than rent in Salt Lake City for an average savings of $658/month. This article by Forbes magazine points out that although homes prices are on the rebound, it is still more affordable to own your own home than to rent, especially if you will be living there for 7 years or more.

Warren Buffet on Buying Homes Now

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 by Allen, Kristi


We are not the only ones who think now is a great time to buy a new home. Warren Buffet recently said on CNBC that he would buy up "a couple hundred thousand" single-family homes if he could.