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Seasons Real Estate
998 N 1200 W, Orem, Utah 84057
(801) 885-6551

Do you know what the spoon-shaped cement block is for?
10/13/2026

Do you know what the spoon-shaped cement block is for?

10/12/2026

You found a home with a beautiful backyard.

It's fully fenced, nicely landscaped, and has exactly the outdoor space you've been looking for.

But here's something many buyers don't realize:

The fence isn't necessarily the property line.

Just because a yard is fenced doesn't mean everything inside that fence legally belongs to the homeowner.

Fences can be installed inside property boundaries, and sometimes they can even extend onto neighboring property.

That's why I encourage buyers to understand exactly what they're purchasing.

A few things worth checking:

• Where are the actual property boundaries?
• Does the fence follow those boundaries?
• Are there easements that affect how you can use the property?
• Are there shared driveways or access agreements?
• Does the property have a current survey?
• Are there any known boundary disputes?

And here's something important:

A title report and a property survey aren't the same thing.

A title report can help identify recorded easements and other matters affecting ownership, but it doesn't necessarily tell you exactly where the property lines are on the ground.

If boundaries are important to your plans, especially if you're considering building a fence, adding a structure, or installing a pool, a professional survey may be worth the investment.

Buying a home isn't just about the house.

It's also about understanding the land you're buying.

Because finding out AFTER closing that your property isn't quite what you thought can be an expensive surprise.

10/11/2026

Utah townhome owners, this one's for you.

We've talked about how single-family home prices in Utah have been climbing back toward their 2022 peak.

But townhomes? That's a different story.

I pulled the average sales prices for Utah townhomes going back to 2016, and the numbers are interesting.

May 2022: Prices peaked around $465,000.

2024: Townhome prices reached their lowest point following that peak.

2026: We're sitting around $435,000.

That means average townhome prices are still approximately 6% below their 2022 peak.

So why haven't they recovered as quickly?

I think a big part of it is INVENTORY.

Utah has seen a lot of townhome development over the past several years. And when buyers have plenty of options, including brand-new construction, resale townhomes have more competition.

That's creating challenges for some homeowners.

If you purchased near the peak in 2022, your townhome may not have recovered its previous value.

And if you bought with a smaller down payment, you could find yourself in a difficult position when it's time to sell.

That's one reason we're seeing more conversations about short sales, where a lender agrees to a sale for less than what's owed on the mortgage.

But here's what's important:

Not every townhome has lost value.

Location, condition, upgrades, and neighborhood demand all make a difference.

If you're thinking about selling, don't rely on statewide averages to determine what your property is worth.

Let's look at what homes in YOUR neighborhood are actually selling for.

Did you realize Utah townhome prices were still below their 2022 peak?

Have you ever seen a fridge like this in person? Can you imagine a fridge lasting for decades?!
10/10/2026

Have you ever seen a fridge like this in person? Can you imagine a fridge lasting for decades?!

10/10/2026

Utah condo prices still haven't recovered from their 2022 peak.

We've looked at single-family homes and townhomes, but now let's talk about what's happening in the condo market.

I pulled Utah condo sales data going back to 2016, and the trend is interesting.

May 2022: Average prices peaked around $370,000.

2026: We're sitting around $350,000.

That's approximately 5% below the previous peak.

And unlike single-family homes, which have climbed back toward their 2022 highs, condos have experienced a slower recovery.

So what's happening?

I think one of the biggest factors is INVENTORY.

We've seen a lot of new condo construction over the past several years, giving buyers more options.

And when buyers have more choices, sellers face more competition.

We're also seeing some additional considerations with condo financing.

Lenders have specific requirements for condominium projects, and changes to financing guidelines can affect which properties qualify for certain loan programs.

That can influence the pool of buyers who are able to purchase a particular condo.

But there's another side to this.

There may be opportunities for buyers.

More inventory and increased competition can create room for negotiation, especially when sellers are motivated.

And for sellers, it means pricing your condo correctly and understanding your competition is more important than ever.

One thing to remember: These are statewide averages. Your condo's value depends on its location, condition, HOA, financing eligibility, and competing properties.

What do you think? Will Utah condo prices recover, or do we have further to fall?

What would you do with this antique bolt cabinet if it was given to you today? 88 drawers, I believe.
10/09/2026

What would you do with this antique bolt cabinet if it was given to you today? 88 drawers, I believe.

10/08/2026

You probably don't notice what your house smells like anymore.

But buyers do.

And they notice it almost immediately.

Pets. Cooking. Smoke. Mustiness. Strong air fresheners. Even that closed-up smell a home can develop when nobody has been living there.

As the homeowner, you've been around those smells long enough that your brain may barely register them.

A buyer is experiencing your home for the first time.

That's why before we list, I pay attention to things sellers may have stopped noticing.

Sometimes the solution is simple:

• Deep clean carpets and upholstery
• Wash pet bedding
• Empty trash and litter boxes
• Address moisture or musty areas
• Clean fabrics that hold odors
• Open the house up and let fresh air circulate

And I usually don't recommend trying to cover an odor with an overwhelming fragrance.

If I walk into a house and it smells like someone used an entire bottle of air freshener, my first thought might be:

“What are they trying to cover up?”

Clean and neutral is usually the goal.

You can have beautiful staging, professional photography, and incredible curb appeal.

But when buyers walk through the front door, their first impression isn't only what they SEE.

Sometimes it's what they smell.

10/07/2026

Same house. Same paint. Same carpet.

The only difference between these two photos?

Staging.

Before we brought in furniture, we had already done the things I thought would give this seller the best return for their money: fresh paint and new carpet.

Then we staged it.

And this is why I love showing the before and after.

An empty room gives buyers a blank slate, but that isn't always a good thing. It can be difficult to judge the size of a room, figure out where furniture would go, or imagine how the space actually functions.

Staging helps answer those questions.

It gives the room scale, defines the space, and helps buyers picture what living there could actually look like.

And remember, the goal isn't to hide anything or make the house look like something it isn't.

It's to present what is already there as well as we possibly can.

So what do you think? Does the staging make a difference?

10/06/2026

Here's something I tell buyers, especially after we've looked at a lot of homes:

The perfect house probably doesn't exist.

One has the perfect kitchen, but the yard is smaller than you wanted.

Another has the yard, but the kitchen needs updating.

One is in your favorite neighborhood, but it's 500 square feet smaller.

Another checks almost every box, but adds 15 minutes to your commute.

At some point, most buyers have to compromise on SOMETHING.

The important part is knowing which compromises you're willing to make before you fall in love with a house.

I like to separate the wish list into two categories:

Things we can change.

Paint. Flooring. Fixtures. Landscaping. Finishes. Even kitchens and bathrooms.

And...

Things we can't easily change.

Location. Lot size. Neighborhood. Commute. Sometimes the basic layout of the home.

I'm not trying to find my buyers a house with zero compromises.

I'm trying to help them recognize which compromises they'll still be happy with five years from now.

Because sometimes the right house isn't the one that checks every box.

Do you like the original better?
10/06/2026

Do you like the original better?

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