In the property management business, no good deed goes unpunished.  In this case, a government program asked us to make exceptions on our screening criteria to house a tenant that was highly disadvantaged and working their way out of poverty.  We secured a deposit equal to almost two months rent and the program guaranteed the first several months of rent.  The plan was for the tenant to be on their feet and self sustaining after the first few months. As fate would have it, the tenant did become self sufficient […]

We just closed on the purchase of this Roy, Utah home for some buyers. Check out the scoop on the interior features and the story behind the purchase.

Check out the sad and tragic story of this once proud Ogden home as it transitioned from Victorian landmark to voluminous landfill material.

Check out the latest charts and graphs as the real estate market continues its dynamic adjustment to mortgage rates and other economic forces.

The 2023 General Session of the Utah Legislature has come to a close and now that the dust is settling, we get to see what happened.  On the rental property front there were several bills proposed that would have disrupted business as usual.  Happily, these bad ideas were squashed and some common sense legislation emerged from melee. HB314 Remedies for Victims of Domestic Violence This bill deals with releasing tenants who have been victims of domestic violence from their lease obligations.  In the event that a tenant experiences domestic violence […]

The Ogden Planning Commission has been busy hearing about proposed developments in Ogden City.  Two big projects stand out.   THE MARSHALL WHITE CENTER In what has become one of the biggest political footballs in Ogden City since the pool failed at the existing MWC, it appears we will finally be nearing some closure on this contentious issue.  A developer has made a proposal to the commission to construct a massive modern structure to replace the ailing facility at 28th and Lincoln Ave.   The proposed facility will host a […]

Property Managers and income property owners were given a shock this week as news from the White House indicates a major push by the Federal Government to intervene in the rental housing market. Recent announcements suggest that the balance of power in the rental housing market will be tilted more in favor of tenants under the new initiative. While the stated intentions seem noble (we haven’t seen a government proposal that isn’t wrapped in noble intentions), there is the lurking trouble of details and unintended consequences. The initiative calls itself […]

The market continues to shift. Here is the latest charts, graphs, and stats.     If you need help with buying, selling, or property management, give me a call at 801-390-1480

We recently listed this large lot and home located on North Plain City Rd. on the border of Plain City and Farr West.  This home boasts a spacious 2,700 SQFT floorplan on a 1.06 acre lot.  An enormous bedroom and deck rest above the two car garage. There are many out buildings for storage and plenty of land to create a spacious garden.  Farmland surrounds the north, east, and south sides of the property.  The home hosts 3 beds and 2 baths. Call me for the latest price or to […]

We completed the total turnaround of this fourplex in Layton. The project was not for the faint of heart. Here is our before and after presentation. If you need management services, give us a call at 801-390-1480.  You won’t be disappointed.

We just closed on the purchase of this multi-level home located at 2348 N. 450 W in Harrisville. Here is a video with a story of the sale. If you are in the market to buy or sell real estate, give me a call at 801-390-1480

We just closed on the purchase of this home for a buyer.  Here is a video tour of the home with the story behind the sale.     If you are in the market to buy or sell real estate, give me a call. 801-390-1480

We recently listed this newer multi-level home located at 682 N. Colonial St. in Layton.  Located near Gordon Ave. and Fairfield Rd. this home sits on a .19 acre lot with mature trees and a fully fence yard.  The home has four bedrooms and three full baths with updated paint and contemporary flooring throughout a 2182 SQFT floorplan.   For current pricing or to schedule a private showing, please contact me at 801-390-1480.

We just listed this spacious home located at 540 21st St in Ogden.  Built in 1908, renovated in the 1960s, and given a fresh face this year, the home boasts over 2500 SQFT with a 4 bedroom 3 bathroom configuration.  The basement is nearly fully finished and plenty of room for storage and utility space.  There is parking for 4 vehicles.  A long driveway on the west side and a parking pad on the east side of the home.  The lot is a spacious .19 acres and presents ample garden […]

Ogden City recently passed ordinances which significantly affect the East Central Bench neighborhood.  Many of these policies have been a long time coming.  The city council passed all of these ordinances with a unanimous vote.  Here is what is coming to a historic neighborhood near you.   Transit Oriented Development With the new OGX (Bus Rapid Transit) Line coming to completion here in the next calendar year, the city wanted to promote mixed use near the transit nodes.  This mixed use comes in the forms of live/work space and street […]