Tuesday, August 23, 2011

The United States commercial market has seen a lot of foreclosures in the past few years

The United States commercial market has seen a lot of foreclosures in the past few years. The entire nation has struggled immensely with the economic downturn.

The increasing rate of foreclosures is one of the sadder consequences of this downturn. Although it isn't ideal that so many foreclosures have occurred in recent years, people who currently have good and stable financial situations should definitely take advantage of the opportunities that these foreclosures have made available.

People who are looking to purchase a commercial property should strongly consider buying one that has been foreclosed on. These buildings can oftentimes be purchased at much cheaper prices than other properties.

Buying a building is a huge purchase and there is no better way to save money than by carefully considering which property will give one the most for one's money.

Why spend an enormous amount of money on a building when one can purchase a very similar building for thousands of dollars cheaper?

Many of the United States foreclosures have taken place on Utah Commercial Properties.

Some of the current best Utah real estate are buildings that have been foreclosed on. These properties are in highly desirable areas and can be purchased for prices far below market value.

In today's economic climate, any and every possible way that one can save money should be taken advantage of. If people are able to obtain Utah Commercial properties for a good price, they will be able to spend their money on other expenditures or investments.

Having excess money is always a good thing and can give a business a tremendous sense of financial peace. This kind of peace is very hard to come by in this day and age, which is why people looking to purchase real estate in the state of Utah should focus on the many Utah foreclosures.

Utah foreclosures are properties of all different sizes. Each of the properties are different and unique, so many buyers will be able to find what they consider to be the perfect building if they look hard enough.

Utah Real Estate is some of the best in the country, so there is no better place to purchase a building.

Potential buyers looking to purchase one of these properties need to realize that patience is key to finding the building they are looking for.

If they want to save money and find a property that is reasonable and affordable, they will patiently wait on Utah foreclosures to become available.

Monday, August 22, 2011

What Utah Offers to Tourists - Utah Real Estate

In 1896, Utah was admitted as the 45th state to join the United States. Since that time the Utah Real Estate market has seen much growth. With a blend of tourism and beautiful landscapes, the state has become a great tourist destination. In Layton Utah, Homes are within perfect distance to many of the greatest attractions the state has to offer. However, any discussion of tourism in this area must start with the national parks.

Bryce Canyon National Park is a huge divot carved out of the Earth by nature in the southwest corner of the state. Also, in the southwest, Zion National Park offers wonderful hiking trails and spellbinding rock formations. Canyonlands National park in the southeast corner offers immense canyons with white water rafting fueled by the Colorado and Green rivers. One of the most photographed areas is Arches National Park in the eastern portion of Utah. This park is populated by massive sandstone arches that have been formed over thousands of years. Then, finally, in the center to the south of the state is Capitol Reef National Park. This park is home to a bevy of hiking trails and natural bridges and arches.

It would seem that Utah Real Estate would revolve around canyons and rock formations. That is, however, a misnomer. Layton Utah homes are also close to the site of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. With this draw come some of the best ski resorts the United States can offer including Park City, the home of the United States Ski Team and the highly acclaimed Deer Valley Resort. These resorts are close enough to Salt Lake City to allow access but far enough to feel like you are on vacation.

If you like cultural attractions the Sundance Film Festival and the Shakespearean Festival are excellent bets. Sundance is held at the Sundance resort in Provo, Utah. This festival has gained worldwide recognition for its concentration on independent films and their craftsmen. The Shakespearean Festival is held in Cedar City in the south and offers dramas by the Bard of Avon and others. Either festival is sure to fit the bill for any artistic flair.

The final two pieces of Utah Real Estate that tourists should visit are opposites. The Bonneville Salt Flats are vast open 'plains' of salt. This area is famous for the testing of the speed barrier that occurs here whenever brave souls want to test their mettle. Speeds in excess of 600 mph have been recorded here. Just to the east of the salt flats, is the Great Salt Lake. This natural wonder is more than likely a living remnant of what once occurred at the flats. The Great Salt Lake is home to wildlife and its high salt concentration will buoy even the most helpless floater.

Layton Utah Homes, Clinton Utah Homes, and Clearfield Utah Homes are close to some of the greatest attractions in the Western United States. The only thing a tourist has to do explore these wonders is take the time to come to Utah.

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Utah Real Estate On Fire

The Utah Real Estate market is been one that is chocked full with motivated sellers and distressed home owners.

Ranked in the top ten areas of the country that has one of the best housing markets, Utah is a place where people want to live, work, and play.

Utah has a great family environment that fosters the camaraderie of the community. As a result of the Utah Homes that are for sale, many buyers are realizing that the tragic downfall of the home values has created a unique opportunity for individuals that are looking for a first home and those that want to upgrade their existing house.

With the many Short Sale Listings on the Utah Real Estate market it is still making it possible to buy a home for a very reasonable price.

A number of Utah residents have been able to buy property that they could not afford a few years ago. Which helps improve the already booming Utah economy. This is another reason now is a great time to buy with the future of the Utah Real Estate market looking very bright!

Taking advantage of the current housing climate there are buyers as well as investors that see the potential of the Utah Real Estate market and who are buying up homes, land, and property that is already beginning to show signs of climbing in value.

Getting in a home now at record low rates and housing prices that are at the lowest in years is the key to making this a great investment for both first time buyers and investors!

With the evidence that the buyers are able to close a great deal on an existing home, some people are able to expand their own home ownership into becoming landlords for others that are in need of a place to live. The key for this is to look for short sales where the sellers wish to stay in their home. Buy the home at a great price and rent it back to the sellers making it a win - win for everyone involved!

Buying properties that are being rented out to those that have lost their home, the real estate market is an investors paradise for those that qualify for a mortgage and who can afford a second Utah House. Don't think you can qualify for your first home or even a second home? You'd be surprised at how loose the guidelines have become in order to jump start the nations housing market.

Feel free to contact me by email or phone with any questions that you may have.



Written by:

Justin Robins, Realtor

Market Edge Real Estate

801-499-0214

JustinRobins@UtahHomesToGo.com

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Friday, August 5, 2011

ForSaleByOwner.com Founder Uses Realtor!

The founder of a Website 'For Sale By Owner' hired a broker for 6% to sell his Chelsea Apartment.

The 'Do it Yourself' Guru couldn't do it himself. Preaching is always easier than practicing. The Wall Street Journal reported Colby Sambrotto, a founder of the website ForSaleByOwner.com, a website that charges people fees to sell their own homes.

Colby Sambrotto had an apartment of his own—a two bedroom in Chelsea—to sell. He couldn't sell it by himself. He spent six months trying to sell his condominium himself through online listings and classified ads. He finally turned over the listing of the 2,000-square-foot apartment to a broker at Bond New York in November.

The agent, Jesse Buckler, sold Mr. Sambrotto's apartment in the Lion's Head condominium for $2.15 million and charged him 6% commission.

He didn't want the broker to increase the price either. The broker told him 'I know what I'm doing-the market is picking up.'

Not only could For Sale By Owner guy not sell his own apartment, but a Realtor was able to sell it for more money. You get what you pay for. It's not as easy at it looks to sell an apartment. Don't waste your money on ForSaleByOwner.com hire a professional. Even the owner of the biggest FSBO site did and so should you!

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