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New Utah Housing Programs with Down Payment Assistance

Thu, 31 May 2012 by Allen, Kristi

Are you looking to purchase a new home in Utah but you don't have enough funds for a down payment and closing costs? Utah Housing has recently announced new loan programs that may be perfect for you! Scott Smith, of Primary Residential Mortgage is here to share some info with us on these new loans for those looking to buy their new home in Utah:

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.

The Big Deal about Low Interest Rates

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 by Allen, Kristi

So if you haven't heard everyone talking about LOW INTEREST RATES, you may be living in a cave. Interest rates are down as low as 3.75%. Compared to average rates of 7% that is a huge savings and compared to the 18% interest rates that my parents got on their first home in the 80s it seems downright unbelievable!

But what does that really mean to you?

Buying a Home after Bankruptcy, Foreclosure or Short Sale

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 by Scott Smith

Scott Smith, a preferred lender for McArthur Homes, answers a questions that he hears a lot from people looking to purchase a new home in Utah: "When can I buy a home after a bankruptcy, foreclosure or short sale?"

Rural Housing Program Offers 100% Financing

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 by Allen, Kristi

Are you looking for a new home in Eagle Mountain or The Ranches? If so, you may qualify for a fantastic loan program called Rural Housing Loans. Scott Smith of Primary Residential Mortgage explains the benefits of this program in our short video.

The Best Thing to Happen to Housing in Utah: Return of Jazz Basketball

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 by Scott Smith


Whether you are currently in the market for a new home, you are a Utah Jazz fan, or your business benefits from the Utah Jazz traffic it's time to start cheering because things are on the rebound.