Fun in the Sun!

One of the things that I love most about living in Southern Utah is diversity... diversity of people, diversity of weather and diversity of scenery.  After receiving an unusual amount of snow from a storm last month we are back to our usual beautiful winter climate with mild temps reaching the 50's to 60's.  As a Realtor so nice to represent an area that not only has very nice winters where families can enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities like golf, tennis, biking, hiking and other endeavors that keep us outside as well as the occasional blanket of snow that makes for some of the most awe-inspiring scenery ever seen.  If I wanted just warm , boring and visually unstimulating... there are plenty of other areas in the US for that.  Southern Utah is all about beauty for all of our seasons!

If you, or anyone you know would like to find the perfect property here in Southern Utah, please call me at Four-Three-Five 703-4041 or click on the picture for a no-hassle free search on my website.  Thanks and enjoy!

View - Horse Property for Sale- Lot 424 S 300 W 26 Leeds near St. George UT

Only 10-15 minutes from St. George UT this fantastic Horse property sits on 1 acre with 1/2 share water rights featuring a drive-through access from two roads, majestic views of the mountains and red rock desert of Southern Utah. If you’re looking for that perfect horse property that’s within ten minutes of St. George Utah, this is it!

   

For current value and FREE Recorded information call 866-476-1714 Code 525

To see all other unique properties in Southern Utah for sale, please visit www.ZionWest.com or call me at 435-703-4041.

Home Selling 101...

I'm often asked, "why do some homes sell and some sit on the market?"

If only I had a crystal ball! We are currently in a market place in Southern Utah where we have multiple offers on some homes and just down the street another will sit for 6 months with very few showings. What's the difference? ... Is it the price?... Is it the features?...

It can be all of the above factors but there are a few things that you should keep in mind if you are selling your home. You are directly competing with dozens of other homes in your particular category of features including views, neighborhood, finishing touches, garage space, etc. Professional agents are acutely aware of this and the few who care... market in a way that will snag the attention of the most buyers in the least amount of time. This is often an uncomfortable experience for both the agent and the seller as often times the agent is a "friend" and is gun-shy about being up front about what needs to get done in order to be competitive. In other words they become "friendly enemies" because they fear that their seller's will feel like keeping the home clean or painting damaged walls will be too much of a burden on their "friends" so professionally speaking this relationship is compromised. Think about it, you wouldn't consider selling your call for top dollar without buffing it out, would you? Your home is most likely much more expensive than your car... so treat the preparation of getting it ready as such.

Often times I've notice that the images on the MLS of a home that hasn't sold look like my 6 year old grandson took them with his play camera. Marketing a home is not unlike marketing any other product... it has to look SPECTACULAR in the pictures because 85% of all prospective buyers will first see your home on the internet and the quality of photos will either attract or repel them within 15-20 seconds. Do the flyers in the box have a "wow" factor that will entice showings or is it simply a "data sheet" that is dry and dead?

The next most common shortcoming that I notice is what advertisers call "the call to action" in the advertising. This is what generates a phone call to a real person that can provide answers to real questions. If the internet and brochures sold homes we, as Realtor's, would be out of a job but the fact is that Realtor's sell homes and the more potential buyer's we can talk to on any given listing the higher success rate we will have... even if we are not the agent representing them. So you have to ask your self when interviewing agents, does this agent have the experience and resources to properly get the job done? All too often the answer is no and the home that could have sold for top dollar sits lonely while it's competitors are snatched up.

If you are considering selling your home give me a call at 435-703-4041 and we can chat about the specifics and I will provide you with a written marketing plan specifically designed to sell your home in the least amount of time for top dollar with the least amount of hassles.

Here's a home that we put on the market and had multiple offers within three days. The listing value was above what the comps were of homes sold in the same complex and both the buyers and sellers came together in a "win-win" scenario.

A sparkling 3 bed 2 bath gem in Sun Country Meadows South, 55+ better community.  Immaculate condition, open great room-kitchen is perfect for entertaining family & friends.  Garage is extra wide, one of the largest homes in subdivision (1,727sqft.)  with a large back yard. Vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, walk-in jetted tub, handicap rail shower, spacious enclosed porch, new paint and carpet are just some of the features of this home.  The community pool & duck pond are ½ block away.

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2225 W Acowa Cir. #6, Kachina Cliffs at Entrada 866-476-1714 Code 042

Welcome to Kachina Cliffs at Entrada, one of Southern Utah’s premier gated communities.  Enjoy breathtaking three-hundred and sixty degree panoramic views of the Kachina Cliffs, the evening lights of St. George, the world renowned Entrada golf course and Snow Canyon State Park from this unique home site.  Sitting upon .79 acres this property represents Southern Utah living at it’s finest!

For the current listing value on this property please our toll free property recording at 866-476-1714 when prompted enter code 542, once again that’s 866-476-1714 and code 542.

Unique View Propertyies in Southern Utah

I specialize in unique view properties in Southern Utah.  Often they are very hard to find by just looking at the photos on the web and more often than not the ones that look good on the web only offer views from the garage!

That's why I preview homes weekly for my clients.  It's not unusual to find homes with spectacular views within $10k of the mediocre ones… and that’s usually all the appraisers will add for the view because “it’s value is in the eye of the beholder” or so I’ve been told by them over the years.  



If you would like a Realtor that understands the value in spectacular view properties email me or visit my website by clicking here.

Sunsinger... the Land of the Ancients

1.23 Acres Bordered by Zion National Park

View from your future front window

If you haven't ever visited Zion National Park, there's no words that could adequately describe the jaw-dropping majesty that surrounds you.  Recently I listed a one-of a kind property there in the Canyon Springs subdivision in Springdale Utah.  From the moment you cross the Virgin river you know that you are in a very special place. 

View of the Lot

With 360 degree views of Zion surrounding you, this homesite is ideal for the ultimate tranquil getaway.  Situated to the rear of the property, and ancient trail leads up the Watchman in Zion National Park.  

View out the back...

For further details call Dave Diegelman - Equity Real Estate at 435-703-4041. 
CLICK HERE for a full property detail sheet.

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