Dave Vance's Blog Posts

Dave's Market Corner May 2025

Dave's Market Corner In your opinion, how is the Utah Real Estate Market going? I'd like you to comment how you feel. I will post my opinions and findings here too, but I want to see what you are

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The 15 best house cleaning tips from professional cleaners

Who doesn’t feel better coming home to a clean, organized, clutter-free house? If you’ve ever wondered if the stress you feel when your home isn’t as tidy as you’d like is

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Future of interest rates?

Fed Chair Powell indicates interest rate cuts ahead: ‘The time has come for policy to adjust’“The time has come for policy to adjust,” the central bank leader said in his-

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Updates for the Changes in the Real Estate Industry

Starting Nation wide on Aug 17, 2024 every agent that is a member of NAR (National Association of Realtors) must change, adapt, adopt or add all the following changes to comply.The moment you&rsquo

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NAR Lawsuit and the Future of Real Estate

I wanted to take a moment and share some facts, and my thoughts and opinions about the current law suit agreement and what that really means for me as an agent, and you as a buyer or seller.Media's

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History of St. Patricks Day

Here is one account of the History of the HolidayModern St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, at least in the United States, are likely be to characterized by commercial lucky charms and green beer

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Compensation or Commission?

In the real estate industry, we all hear the word commission.  In reality every job out there you get a commission for the time you put in for your position, right?  Well commission jobs

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Seniors Real Estate Professional, SRES, 55+ community

Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®)Who is it for?The Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) designation is for REALTORS® who want to be able to meet the special needs of

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What are the top 10 most stable housing markets? Here's how Utah, Idaho rank

What are the top 10 most stable housing markets? Here's how Utah, Idaho rankSALT LAKE CITY — Yes, housing markets in the West — including Utah — went haywire after the COVID-19

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Best 15 curb appeal tips to get your home ready to sell!

Best 15 curb appeal tips to get your home ready to sell!1. Bust clutter“Clutter,” of course, is in the eye of the beholder, so think of it this way: Buyers need to imagine your home as

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Things to Know about Home Warranties

Whether a home warranty is worth the paper it’s written on is a matter of debate. Some people in the real estate, financial and consumer protection industries laud them. Then there are those

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5 Best-Kept Secrets for Selling Your Home

5 Best-Kept Secrets for Selling Your Home Selling Secret #1: The first  impression is the only impression              ;

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11 improvements to increase your home's energy efficiency and value

11 improvements to increase your home's energy efficiency and value The three primary reasons to increase your home's energy efficiency are to help the environment, to save money and to

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9 Expensive Fall Mistakes Some Homeowners Make

9 Expensive Fall Mistakes Some Homeowners MakeAutumn is your last chance to review, repair and remediate home issues that may break the bank account after winter arrives. Here are some expensive

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Nanny cams and security while selling

Home buyer, beware! The seller may be watching. And listening.A growing number of home sellers are using security cameras and microphones to spy on potential buyers as they tour their houses or

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5 home improvement projects you can finish this weekend

While spending more time at home than ever before, it’s easy to notice things you want to change about your home. And DIY contractors have gotten to it! Home improvement stores are bustling

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6 Decluttering Hacks for Your Kitchen

It can be difficult to keep a kitchen clean for every showing. Here are some organization tips to help your sellers maintain order. Kitchen & Bath For a homeowner trying to sell, it

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How Long to Sell a House Once an Offer is Accepted? Dave Vance Quoted

How Long to Sell a House Once an Offer is Accepted?How Long to Sell a House Once an Offer Is Accepted?By Cheryl Lock July 9, 2020 Once a seller has accepted an offer on their home, both parties are

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Buy vs. Rent

Renting or Owning? Which costs more?Check out these figures, which is better for you? Even with numbers like these, some still say renting is better, but which is better for you?&ldquo

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Realtor Vs. Real Estate Agent

Real Estate Professionals Explained: Agent, Broker, REALTOR® If you’re entering the real estate market for the first time, you may find real estate professional's various titles a

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Military Relocation Professional

What is MRP? FOR The CLIENT:A REALTOR® with the MRP certification understands that when military staff and their families relocate, the services of a real estate professional who understands

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MRP, Military Relocation Professional

What is MRP?I am a Real Estate Agent Member of the MRP (Military Relocation Professional) certification.  I  understand the military and what they need.  Feel free to contact me Here.

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