Homie is a licensed real estate brokerage, but we do things differently. In fact, we use our broker status to put money back in our buyers’ pockets. When a seller lists their home on the MLS, they agree to pay a certain percentage in buyer agent commissions (BAC). Normally, this commission goes to pay the… Read more »
You could risk it, but why? Starting October 12th, when you list with Homie, you get six months of seller home warranty protection for free. Even the first $65 service charge is waived. What is a Seller Home Warranty? A seller’s warranty covers the seller in the event that something like an appliance breaks or… Read more »
By the age of 14, Michael Templeman was already smitten with mid-century modern furniture. He loved the sleek elegance. The sensuous biomorphic shapes. Eames, Nelson, Noguchi, and Saarinen were more than furniture makers to him. They were designers—turning post-war materials and technologies into furniture that stacked, flexed, and folded in ways never before possible. The… Read more »
You’ve found the one you love… the perfect house, that is. Congrats! Now it’s time to figure out how much to offer. Here’s how to get started: Check out active listings in the property’s neighborhood. How do they compare to the one you love and what are their prices? Have they been sitting on the market… Read more »
Want a community with a little of everything—arts, education, adventure, business, family-friendly and more? It may be time to check out Provo and Orem. As the heart and hub of Utah County, these two cities collectively hold plenty of surprises that are certain to delight would-be residents, even the ones who’ve never considered living in… Read more »
According to an article from KSL.com, securing a home and a mortgage is among the top 10 most stressful life events. It ranks right up there with having a child or changing jobs. We get it. Buying a home, moving, taking on a mortgage—it all happens almost at once. That’s a lot to tackle for… Read more »
Moving is stressful on everyone, whether they’re children, middle-aged adults, or seniors. But uprooting a family is especially hard on children who heavily depend on familiarity. Leaving behind the neighborhood, friends, activities, and schools is upsetting and traumatic. You can make the process of moving less painful for your children by considering the timing of… Read more »
Pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) or play the wait-and-save game? That’s the dilemma for a lot of would-be homebuyers. And it’s rarely an easy (or fun) choice. Coming up with a 20% down payment can take years. And with home prices increasing 5-10% annually, the home of your dreams is sure to cost quite a… Read more »
Has your credit suffered a hit or two? Before you start thinking rentals, read this. What mortgage lenders are looking for You know all about credit scores and that, across the three big credit reporting agencies, scores can really fluctuate. Mortgage brokers and lenders will look at your credit score, toss out the lowest and… Read more »
If you’ve been looking for a new home in Utah’s current market, you know pickings are slim. Most buyers know what a few gallons of paint can do. But if you’re willing to take on a couple of additional projects, you can turn that ugly duckling house into an affordable dream. Here’s a few ugly… Read more »