Market Update: Trends and Opportunities

Jan 10, 2024 | The Inside Track

Quick update on the real estate market in 2023, both nationally and here in Utah. Learn about the low number of home sales, the pent-up demand, and the impact of Millennials and Baby Boomers on the market. I’ll also touch on interest rates and their historical perspective and how this effects you.

Recent Notes

2026 Loan Limits Announced – Another Big Increase

Dec 8, 2025 |

Happy holidays, everyone! I hope you’re doing well. I wanted to share a bit of good news. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) just announced the new conforming loan limits for 2026, and they’re going up about 3.5%, increasing by $26,250 to a new limit of...

Why interest rates remain stubbornly high

Nov 12, 2025 |

Hey folks, hope everyone is doing well as the holidays approach. I wanted to share a quick update on the state of interest rates. I know, thrilling topic but for those sticking with me, there are a few important things to know. So, why are rates still stubbornly high?...

Please check your escrow account ASAP

Oct 6, 2025 |

Hey everybody, hope you’re doing well. As a top Salt Lake City mortgage broker, I often get questions about interest rates, refinancing, buying homes, and similar topics. As part of that process, I always ask clients for their existing first mortgage statement...

2026 Higher Loan Limits Available Now

Sep 18, 2025 |

Hey team, hope everyone is doing well. Even though it’s fall, it doesn’t feel like it yet, but eventually it will. I’ve got some great news: they’re going to release the new loan limits soon. They haven’t been officially released, but projections show good news for...

Understanding the Upcoming Fed Rate Cut

Sep 11, 2025 |

Hey folks, hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the shift into fall. I wanted to share a quick story about the pending Fed interest rate cuts. There’s a lot of buzz about this, and it’s interesting because I made almost the same video a year ago using this same...

Brian Buffini’s Mid Year Update

Aug 22, 2025 |

Hey team, I hope everyone’s doing well. This month, I’ve got some exciting updates to share from Brian Buffini’s midyear bold predictions. He presented some fascinating data and slides that I think you’ll find valuable. I’ve included screenshots of a few highlights...

Great primer on 1031 Exchanges

Jul 23, 2025 |

Hey team, hope everyone is doing well. I came across a really great little primer on 1031 exchanges that I got from my CPA I just want to share a quick tidbit with you a few items on here. I think they'll help you I know that most of you are familiar with 1031s, but...

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