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The Gardner Report – Utah – 2020 First Quarter

The following analysis of select counties of the Utah real estate market is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact me. A MESSAGE […]

Salt Lake Local Restaurants to Support

By Bob Poole | Apr 8, 2020

In these uncertain times, it is increasingly important to support small business owners. Plus, everyone still has those days when they have no desire to cook. It doesn’t matter whether there is a Stay-At-Home order or not. Luckily many of our favorite restaurants are remaining open for carry-out or delivery service. As a reminder, ordering […]

How will the Coronavirus impact the Housing Market? Update March 16, 2020

By Bob Poole | Mar 20, 2020

Windermere Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, has been following the situation closely, watch this video for his thoughts on how COVID-19 will impact the national housing market and economy. At Windermere Utah, we are proud to keep you up-to-date on the latest news, events, and listings. Be sure to keep checking back in here at […]

Small Things You Can Do to Improve Your Home Office

By Bob Poole | Mar 20, 2020

Image Source: Canva Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic, many of us now find ourselves working from home. While it’s hard to complain about the commute, working from home can be an adjustment. For example, you may find yourself doing tasks around the house and suddenly you’ve missed several important emails. If you feel like you […]

5 of the Best Coffee Shops in SLC

By Bob Poole | Mar 20, 2020

One may judge a city by its coffee shops. We’re not talking about the Starbucks and Dunkin’s of the world. We’re focusing on the smaller chains and local treasures that reside there. Finding a good coffee shop is like finding the perfect home. Once you find it, you know it’s the one for you. Here […]

Finding Your New Home in Four Steps

By Bob Poole | Mar 4, 2020

Image Source: G-Stock Studio Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or you currently own and are looking for a new home, the ideas below will help you better navigate that all-important first step: Finding a property that is both appealing and affordable. The search for a new home always starts out with a lot of excitement. […]

What’s My Home Worth? The Downside to Home Valuation Tools

By Bob Poole | Mar 4, 2020

What’s your home worth? It is a seemingly simple question. However, discovering the worth of your home is more complicated than it might seem. Sites like Zillow, Redfin, Eppraisal, and others have built-in home valuation tools that make it seem easy, but how accurate are they? And if you get three different answers, which one […]

Five Essential Elements of a Home Office

By Bob Poole | Mar 4, 2020

Working from home is an aspiration for many of us, but to do so effectively takes effort. A disorganized space at home can be just as troublesome as a hectic office. The most disciplined telecommuters will tell you that you need a structured routine and organization in order to be successful. Having a designated workspace […]

Will There Be A Recession in 2020? Here’s Matthew Gardner’s Outlook

By Bob Poole | Jan 30, 2020

Windermere Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, answers the most pressing question on everyone’s minds: Will there be a recession in 2020? Here’s what he expects to see. At Windermere Utah, I am proud to keep you up-to-date on the latest news, events, and listings. Be sure to keep checking back in here at the blog, and […]