Our Blog
Plain-language guides on the real estate questions our clients ask most.
Best Utah Cities for a Silicon Slopes Commute in 2026
The best place to live for a Silicon Slopes commute is not always the city closest to Lehi. In 2026, freeway access, side of the Point of the Mountain, and future job flexibility matter more than county lines.
What $600K Buys in Utah County and Salt Lake County in 2026
Around $600K, Utah buyers are choosing between space, location, lot size, and age. A May 2026 MLS snapshot shows Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs offering the most square footage, while Orem, Sandy, and Riverton lean more established.
Why Some Utah Homes Sit While Others Still Sell Fast in 2026
Utah's 2026 housing market is balanced enough that sellers need a sharper strategy. Homes that price correctly, launch cleanly, and adjust quickly still sell; homes that miss the market often sit.
American Fork Housing Market Update — April 2026
American Fork's housing market is cooling — sales volume is down 41.5% quarter over quarter and homes are sitting 76% longer, while prices held steady at $246/sq ft. Patience is rewarded; overpricing is punished.
Lehi Housing Market Update — April 2026
Lehi is one of Utah County's strongest housing markets. Prices are up 4% year-to-date to $229/sq ft, days on market dropped to 34, and homes are hitting 100% of asking on average.
Lindon Housing Market Update — April 2026
Lindon's housing market is small — only 5 homes sold year-to-date — but the data shows a clear pattern of overpricing and price reductions. Median days on market is up 76%, and homes sell at 100% of final list but only 96.35% of original list.
Orem Housing Market Update — April 2026
Orem's spring 2026 market is showing mixed signals. Median price is up 1.9% to $235/sq ft year-to-date, but sales volume dropped 5.3% and median days on market increased to 33.
Pleasant Grove Housing Market Update — April 2026
Pleasant Grove is showing a healthy market correction — prices are down 2.3% year-to-date but homes are moving 36% faster. Year-to-date sales volume is up 8.7%.
Provo Housing Market Update — April 2026
Provo's housing market is cooling sharply. Median price per sq ft dropped 5.7% quarter-over-quarter to $257, and median days on market nearly doubled from 19 to 35.
Riverton Housing Market Update — April 2026
Riverton's housing market is in transition — listing volume is down 20%, but homes that do hit the market are selling 28% faster than a year ago. Median price softened slightly to $240/sq ft.
Saratoga Springs Housing Market Update — April 2026
Saratoga Springs has the highest sales volume in Utah County (476 YTD), but prices are down 4% to $195/sq ft and homes are sitting 62 days on average. New construction is creating downward pressure on existing homes.
How Much Home Equity Do You Actually Have? (And How to Use It)
How to calculate your home equity, why the number matters when you're thinking about a move, and the main ways homeowners put equity to work.
Sell Before You Buy or Buy Before You Sell? A Decision Framework
The pros, cons, and risks of selling first vs. buying first when moving — and a simple framework for deciding which path fits your situation.
How the Equity Move Program Works (Step by Step)
A plain-language walkthrough of the Equity Move program: how it works, who qualifies, what it costs, and how long it takes.