HOMEchoice heraldextra.com/homes
always the best properties. always
FREE
November 2015
a unique home buyers experience
Adam Weston REALTOR
Text Me Anytime For Quick Response
WestonRealtor@gmail.com
801.471.4488
X-101 $185,000 CUTE HOME IN COUNTRy SETTINg
4 bd * 3 ba * 2050 sq/ft * .16 acre 100% finished basement *Fully fenced * Rural approved
X-104 $237,000 ADORABLE RAMBLER WITH HUgE RV PARKINg 4 bd * 3 ba * 2286 sq/ft * .22 acre * 2-car * Cul-de-sac * HOA Hot Springs Pool & Resort
X- 107 $315,000 THIS HOME IS THE BEST DEAL IN THE COUNTy!
6 bd * 3.5 ba * 3522sq/ft * .50 acre * 3-car Massive circular drive * RV * Fireplace * Theater * BB Court
For FREE Recorded Info, Call 1-866-925-7890, then Ext.
X-102 $186,000 FULLy FENCED WITH UPgRADES!
X-103 $214,900 ADORABLE RAMBLER, LAUNDRy ON MAIN
X-105
X-106 $242,900 RAMBLER WITH PICTURE PERFECT LANDSCAPINg
4 bd * 2 ba * 2,400 sqft * .15 acre * 2Car Granite Counters * Custom Blinds * New Appliances
HOT SPRINgS POOL RESORT
3 bd * 2 ba * 2690 sq/ft * .17 acre * 2-Car Spacious kitchen w/bar * Awesome great room
3 bd * 2 ba * 2410 sq/ft * .20 acre * 2-car * Amazing Neighborhood * HOA Hot Springs Pool & Resort
X-108 $485,000 HALF ACRE LAKEFRONT MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS! 5 bd * 5 ba * 4,751 sq/ft * .50 acre * 3-car & RV Walk-out Basement * Private Boat Harbor & Pool
X-109 $500,000 NEW CONSTRUCTION WITH INCREDIBLE FLOOR PLAN!
5 bd * 3 ba * 6024 sq/ft * .23 acre * 3-car Gourmet Kitchen * double decks, 3 fireplaces * walk-out * Must See
The worlds firsT digiTal morTgage Online. anytime. anywhere.
get started now X-110 $540,000 LAKE FRONT HOME WITH MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS! 7 bd * 3.5 ba * 4,727 sq/ft * .40 acre * 3-car * Brazilian Cherry Wood * Formal Dining * Private Marina
STETSON LOWE NMLS ID 104783
Call (801) 318-4996 or apply at www.applywithstetson.com for a quick 20-minute pre-approval
CCORP NMLS# 2611
Voted Best Homebuilder ah County! In Ut DA
TH E
ILY
HERA
LD
BEST OF
BEST OF
TH E
UTAH VALLEY
BEST OF
AW S’ C HOICE
ER
DS
2014
AR
2013
AW S’ C HOICE
AD
ER
DS
2012
AD
2011
AR
2010
D
2015
UTAH VALLEY RE
2009
RE
2008
DA
ER
AD
THE 2007
D
HERA L ILY
AR
RE
DA
HERA L ILY
DS
UTAH VALLEY
AW S’ C HOICE
camberhomes.com
New Homes starting in the $150’s Crystal Springs, Springville • Starting in the $250’s Jessies Brook, Springville • Starting in the $270’s Green Springs, Springville • Starting in the $200’s Pheasant Valley, Springville • Starting in the $200’s Grasslands, Springville • Starting in the $200’s Spanish Trails, Spanish Fork • Starting in the $150’s Westbridge, Provo • Starting in the $170’s Spring Creek Ranch, Lehi • Starting in the $270’s
Now SelliNg:
Pleasant Grove • New Homes starting in the mid $300’s American Fork • New Homes starting in the $400’s
New Homes For Sale in Vineyard, UT Starting in the $270’s
Live in the middle of Utah County, 3 Great Locations!
New Homes Available Now! Call Today! For information please call Jared Haynie @ 801.836.0131 or jared@cdglc.com • We have many plans & lots to choose from - Call Jared today
All Homes Marketed By CDG Real Estate, Inc
Hey, Millennials: Pursue a Career in Real Estate! The industry of “home� is appealing for many—there’s something extremely satisfying about helping families and individuals into a place they can call their own. A career in real estate offers the ability to do this as well as meeting the needs of individuals who are looking for a career that allows them to be independent, flexible and entrepreneurial. According to a recent study from Bentley University, a career in real estate is especially fitting for millennials (those aged 18 to 34), who prefer career flexibility and independence more than any other generation. A career as a RealtorŽ meets all of these specifications and also offers a laundry list of advantages and benefits that make it the perfect occupation
Earn what you want. A career in real estate offers individuals the flexibility and freedom to set their own pace and income goals. Profits are often directly linked to efforts, so agents can choose to work as much or as little as they want; it all depends on their aspirations. RealtorsÂŽ have access to additional education and resources that can help grow their business and increase their income. There is really no limit on how far hardworking, motivated individuals can advance in the field. Make your own schedule. Real estate has never been a 9-to-5 business, and while RealtorsÂŽ are often at the mercy
for young professionals.
of their client’s timetable, they also have a lot of freedom when creating their own schedule. “If you need to arrange
“Now that the real estate market is on the upswing, there are
a doctor’s appointment or attend a family event, you can organize your schedule around it,� said Vincent. “And you may never have to ask permission to take a vacation!�
huge opportunities for young people to enter the industry, and joining the National Association of RealtorsŽ and Utah Central Association of RealtorsŽ offers even more advantages,� said Steve Vincent, President of the Utah Central Association of RealtorsŽ. “With benefits such as a Young Professional Network and award programs like the ‘30 Under 30’ awards, there has never been a better time for a young person to become a RealtorŽ.� Here are some of the advantages millennials can expect from a career in real estate:
Be a part of your community. Building relationships and becoming a presence in the community is an important part of any agent’s business. “RealtorsŽ have unparalleled knowledge of their local neighborhoods and regional market conditions, and to maintain that knowledge, many are active participants in their community,� said Vincent “RealtorsŽ live in the communities where they work, so helping their neighbors achieve the dream of homeownership and being a good neighbor are important.�
Be your own boss. Millennials are the true entrepreneurial generation, and real estate is the ultimate profession for self-starters. Real estate agents are independent contractors, meaning agents can choose how much they work; the amount all depends on what they hope to get out of the industry. “The success of your business is entirely in your own hands, and hard work really pays off in our market,� said Steve Vincent
For more information about becoming a RealtorŽ, visit www. realtor.org or www.realestate.utah.gov This article was provided by the Utah Central Association of RealtorsŽ. UCAR serves as the local voice of real estate and is committed to protecting private property rights and promoting its motto, “Bringing people home.� For more information, contact the Utah Central Association of REALTORSŽ at (801) 226-3777 or visit them at www.ucaor. com.
In partnership with
www. .com
Utah Valley Real Estate at your Fingertips
Find your dream home today with our Home Search APP DOwnLOAD fOR iphOnE
Call your local REALTOR™ today!
Sponsored by
DOwnLOAD fOR DROiD
Personal ≈ Business ≈ ConstruCtion
Your Construction Loan Specialist
turn that vision into actual wood, brick and steel with financial assistance from amBank. *Short Term Loan Option *Competitive Rates *Easy Transition to Long-Term Mortgage *Consolidated Closing Option Saves Money *Local Processing & Underwriting *Quick Responses *Committed to Personal Service
Provo Branch 3670 N. University Ave, Provo, Utah 801-377-4222
Lindon Branch 144 S. State St., Lindon, Utah 801-922-9888
ExpEriEncEd Loan officErs Laurie christiansen 801-342-5326 lauriec@myambank.com Provo NMLS#246224 ryan nielsen 801-342-5328 ryann@myabank.com Provo NMLS#908827 randy Hoyt 801-342-5373 NMLS#432187 randyh@myambank.com Lindon Kevin Williams 801-342-5375 kevinw@myambank.com Lindon NMLS#912992 Brian Bodily Commerical Loan Officer 801-628-2555 brianb@myambank.com Layton clay coleman 435-654-5354 clayc@myambank.com Heber NMLS#454946 Lori Mendenhall Executive Vice President 801-922-9888 lorim@myambank.com Heber Branch 620 W. 100 S., Heber, Utah 435-654-1300
Home Choice Magazine really works! “I would like to thank the staff at the Home Choice Magazine and Daily Herald Newspaper because without them I would not be in this business today. After the housing market crashed; many realtors left the business because they did not have enough quality leads to work with but the Home Choice has supplied me with an almost steady stream of amazing people to work with! Thank you Home Choice... I am your #1 fan!” — Adam Weston
HOMEchoice heraldextra.com/homes
always the best properties. always
FREE
August 2015
a unique home buyers experience
Advertise with us! Kimberly Houghton (801) 699-1174 khoughton@heraldextra.com
Delivered monthly to local homeowners
“This is why I read.”
heraldextra.com
Granite Countertop Packages starting at
* 1999
$
*Based on an average kitchen of 50 sq ft. 3 cm thick granite, one undermount sink cutout, standard installation.
117 N Main St, Sp. Fork, (801) 798-1325 36 S 200 W, Lehi (801) 768-8004
ogdensflooring.com
374 N State St, Orem (801) 226-1798
How crucial are home inspections when buying in Utah County? By Rodger L. Hardy Real Estate Matters Homes under $200,000 are really popular right now, but you’ll find just a small number of them on the market in Utah County. Flippers know this, so I’ve seen quite a few remodels come on the market lately, along with several that need remodeling. Those are good deals, usually for first-time buyers, but all that glitters isn’t gold, to recall a phrase. Earlier this year I put a home in this price range under contract that was built in 1913, but to walk in you’d think it was built just this year. It was beautifully redone with brand new kitchen and baths, add-ons for more square footage and a new roof. At first blush I’d say the remodelers did it right. I was representing the buyers and so we proceeded with caution with the inspection. Our professional inspector found a few minor issues, but then the buyers wanted to go further. So they ordered a sewer inspection and a radon test, both important in homes this old even though they are new on the surface. The sewer camera revealed an old and collapsed sewer pipe with roots coming through from the house to the street that was sure to cause backups, while the radon test came in a 50.6 pCi/L! I’ve never seen a score that high. It’s like smoking half a dozen packs a day. Radon is an invisible gas that silently sneaks up from the ground and can fill your home with an odorless, cancer-causing agent, usually in the basement. It’s the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers. But this home didn’t have much of a basement, so it was all on the main level. Radon mitigation companies can easily fix the problem, so it shouldn’t be a deal killer. The sewer line? Well, that’s another issue. It can cost thousands to replace, and whether the seller would be willing to do that is up in the air. This incident points to the importance of doing a home inspection when you buy a home, no matter
how beautiful the workmanship. I even advise sellers to have it done when they put their home on the market because it’s the No. 1 deal killer. A seller-provided inspection can catch the issues and take care of them before they snuff out the deal. Another time this year, I sold a house in Provo that failed three times before we handed an inspection provided by the seller to the next buyer. He checked out the home, inspection report in hand and, satisfied he could handle the issues, bought the home. Yet, I have seen buyers forge ahead without an inspection because they didn’t want to spend the $300 or so on the most important purchase most will ever make in their lifetimes.
292 N. Abajo Peak Way 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bath 3,495 Square Feet MLS 11503836 | $669,000 G IN D N
615 N. Haystack Mt. Dr. 4 Bedrooms | 4 Bath 3,198 Square Feet MLS 11502339 | $750,000
175 N. Club Cabins Ct. 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bath 2,500 Square Feet MLS 11403821 | $980,000
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
PE
623 N. Haystack Mt. Dr.
677 N. Chimney Rock Rd.
940 N. Chimney Rock Rd.
Homesite 5
Homesite 327
Homesite 771
4 Bedrooms | 4 Bath 4,291 Square Feet MLS 11500625 | $1,195,000
$195,000 | 0.53 Acres
4 Bedrooms | 4 Bath 3,645 Square Feet MLS 11503140 | $1,295,000
$225,000 | 0.24 Acres
5 Bedrooms | 6 Bath 4,853 Square Feet MLS 11502500 | $1,330,000
$325,000 | 0.62 Acres
Red Ledges is a 2,000 acre, four-season community only minutes from downtown Park City. We offer the ideal balance of convenience, privacy and luxury along with a lifestyle to engage the whole family. Owners at Red Ledges enjoy:
Golf | Tennis | Equestrian | Dining | Swim & Fitness | Ski Lounge
157 N. Haystack Mountain
695 N. Chimney Rock Rd.
1261 N. Oquirrh Mt. Dr.
445 N. Red Ledges Blvd. 4 Bedrooms | 5 Bath 4,751 Square Feet MLS 11402986 | $1,750,000
206 N. Ibapah Peak Dr.
4 Bedrooms | 5 Bath 5,319 Square Feet MLS 11400546 | $1,795,000
280 N. Red Ledges Blvd.
Homesite 725
Homesite 400
Homesite 427
4 Bedrooms | 5 Bath 4,217 Square Feet MLS 11501434 | $1,350,000
$385,000 | 0.36 Acres
RedLedges.com
5 Bedrooms | 5 Bath 6,852 Square Feet MLS 11401914 | $1,495,000
$440,000 | 0.83 Acres
Heber Valley, Utah
4 Bedrooms | 5 Bath 4,437 Square Feet MLS 11504135 | $1,695,000
4 Bedrooms | 5 Bath 5,955 Square Feet MLS 11403933 | $2,090,000
$495,000 | 0.96 Acres
(877) 733-5334
Exclusively Brokered by Red Ledges Realty, LLC . Obtain the Property Report required by federal law and read it before signing anything. No federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. All descriptions, depictions, and renderings are provided solely for illustrative purposes and are subject to change. Š2015 Red Ledges Land Development, Inc.