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Get the latest tips and tricks for buying a new homeThe Most Common House Styles in Utah
Living in the western United States, you’ve probably noticed that our architecture is a hodgepodge of various eras, cultures and styles. You can probably find a home in just about any architectural style you choose, whether you want a Craftsman cottage or midcentury...
What Do Dropping Lumber Prices Mean for Building Costs?
Lumber prices have been steadily dropping since they hit outrageous highs during the height of the pandemic in 2020. COVID-19 affected the price of lumber (and custom home building) in part because the industry went into the pandemic with a lower supply than normal,...
Utah Home Prices Hit New Records While Fewer Homes Sold in June
Here’s one of the most common questions we’ve been getting recently: why is my home more expensive to build now than it would have been in past years? There are a lot of factors that go into the costs of construction. The last year and a half especially has seen a lot...
Facts About Utah’s Hot Housing Market in 2021
The Utah housing market is hotter than it’s ever been, in large part due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As more people are able to work remotely, they’re interested in settling down—and Utah’s affordable new homes are nothing short of a siren’s call. In fact, the Salt Lake...
How the Construction Labor Shortage Has Affected the Real Estate Market
Why are home prices going up these days? Custom home building clients frequently wonder what’s driving the increase. Aside from a supply shortage, which has been in effect since the early days of the pandemic, there’s also a construction labor shortage. Home builders’...
Here’s How Shortages in Glass, Lumber and More Are Hitting Home Construction
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected just about every industry on the planet, including the custom home building industry in Grantsville, UT. Lumber, glass and other material shortages are delaying construction projects and driving up the prices of new construction....
The Top Reasons You Should Consider Moving to Utah
Nearly 10 percent of Americans move each year, according to U.S. Census data. While the majority of those moves are in-state, about 14 percent of movers relocate to a different state. If you’re considering relocating to a new state, be sure to consider Utah! This post...
Eight Benefits of Building a Custom Home
Moving into your own house is an exciting experience, but there’s also a lot to think about. One thing you should consider before talking to a realtor is building a custom home instead of buying one off the market. Continue reading to learn a few of the top advantages...
Housing Market to Rise in Second Half of 2021
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the housing market has been steadily rising since mid-2020. Now experts are predicting that the housing market will continue to go up in the second half of 2021. That’s why it’s a good time to buy from custom home builders in...
What’s Happening in Grantsville, UT This Spring?
If you’re just moving to Tooele County, you’ll quickly find that there’s plenty to like about this beautiful area, and not just the surprisingly affordable homes in Grantsville, UT. As you settle in to your new life, start experiencing everything this interesting area...
Thinking of Moving to Utah in 2021? Here’s Why You’re Making a Smart Decision
Are you considering a move to the beautiful state of Utah? Utah’s seeing an influx of new residents for a variety of reasons. Whether you’re looking for new career opportunities or you’re an empty nester hoping to live a more active lifestyle in a beautiful...
Ways COVID-19 Has Impacted Utah’s Housing Market
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of our lives, and the housing market is no exception. In particular, Utah’s is actually hotter than ever. Read on to learn how COVID-19 has impacted the housing market in Grantsville, UT and made this a very busy time...
