Why Waiting for a ‘Better’ Offer Can Cost You Thousands: A Real Utah Seller’s Lesson

Why Waiting for a ‘Better’ Offer Can Cost You Thousands: A Real Utah Seller’s Lesson If you’re planning to sell your home in Northern Utah — Salt Lake County, Weber, or Davis County — here’s a lesson you don’t want to learn the hard way: Many sellers think: “If we got an offer this fast, surely a be

When an Agent Asks, “Is That Even Legal?” You Might Be in Trouble

I saw a post in a Real Estate forum recently that left me speechless. “I have a buyer wanting to put in an offer on a home with 3 layers of shingles. Isn’t the legal limit 2? Wouldn’t an appraiser or lender require the roof to be replaced before closing?” The problem? This question was being asked b

Think You Don’t Qualify for a Mortgage? You Might Be Surprised

Think You Don’t Qualify for a Mortgage? You Might Be Surprised What to do when the traditional box doesn’t fit — and why there’s still hope. We’ve met so many buyers who are more than qualified in real life… but who get shut down the second a traditional lender looks at their tax returns. Maybe you'

Selling to Step Up or Simplify: What to Know Before Making Your Move

Selling to Step Up or Simplify: What to Know Before Making Your Move If you’ve been thinking about selling — maybe to get more space, or maybe because the house just feels too big now — you’re not alone. At Utah Home Vibes, we work with homeowners every day who are ready for a change… but not always