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Real Estate. Buying, selling, investing. It all can get so confusing and overwhelming at times. Here’s an easy guide to get you going on the right path. KEY TAKEAWAYS Aspiring real estate owners can buy a property using leverage, paying a portion of its total cost up front, then paying off the balance over time.Read more

The big push toward wall-to-wall carpeting was a homeowner trend that took off in the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. New technologies in color and fabric options made hues and textures more exciting.  If you are of a certain age, surely you remember lounging around on a shag rug in front of the TV (with noRead more

I am always amused by the responses I receive from real estate investors when I ask them when they last inspected their properties. It’s obvious from their contorted facial expressions that they most likely have never “formally” inspected their properties. While performing “safe and clean inspections” during a tenancy is important, ensuring that “move-in” andRead more

Calling all creative geniuses (and not so creative geniuses). We are having a t-shirt design competition and we need your help! Boardwalk is in need of a new t-shirt design and we want your ideas. What You Can Win! The winner of the contest will win a $100 giftcard and also win two free movieRead more

How To Find the Right Tenant Let’s face it, owning an investment property is a great way to build wealth, but it can also go downhill very quickly if you have the wrong tenant. Picking the right tenant for your rental is one of the most important decisions you will make as a landlord. TheRead more

It is a very exciting time for the housing market in Salt Lake City.  Salt Lake is to be projected in the top ten home buying markets for next year. In fact, Salt Lake City is projected to be number six. Realtor.com recently released their predictions for the top housing markets of 2018 after looking at the numberRead more

If there’s any doubt about the condition of your house, double down and pay for a professional opinion. It’s easy to grow attached to your home and overlook some of the wear and tear. But while those familiar flaws may feel like home to you, they might not be to potential buyers. After all, ifRead more

When a homeowner decides to sell their house, they obviously want the best possible price for it with the least amount of hassles along the way. However, for the vast majority of sellers, the most important result is actually getting their homes sold. In order to accomplish all three goals, a seller should realize the importance ofRead more

With tiny homes and personal decluttering trends taking the world by storm, many people are learning to do more with less. Do you have a small space in your home that you’re unsure what to do with? Or is your cramped apartment forcing you to be creative in your living arrangements? You’re not alone. MakeRead more

If you’ve been yearning for the return of the conversation pit, you’re not alone. Some home decor looks are just too good to let go. The boldly colored kitchen cabinets of the ’50s are taking on a sophisticated modern look. The late ’80s country kitchen look is enjoying new life — minus the gingham frills andRead more