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If I had to choose where to buy in Utah County right now, I wouldn’t just look at price.
I’d look at opportunity.
And right now, each area offers something different.
📍 Springville
Still one of the most stable markets.
👉 Homes that are priced right are moving
👉 Strong long-term demand
This is the “safe and steady” option.
📍 Spanish Fork
This is where things get interesting.
👉 More inventory
👉 More negotiating power
Buyers have choices here—and that creates leverage.
📍 Mapleton
Higher price points = more sensitivity right now.
👉 Homes are sitting longer
👉 Sellers are more open to negotiation
For the right buyer?
👉 This is where hidden opportunities are.
💰 Lending Insight
Location affects payment more than most people think.
👉 Taxes, price point, and loan structure all play a role.
🏡 Buyer Insight
Don’t just ask:
👉 “Where do I want to live?”
Ask:
👉 “Where can I get the best deal right now?”
🏠 Seller Insight
Buyers are comparing across cities more than ever.
👉 You’re not just competing locally anymore.
🧠 My take
There’s no “best” city right now.
👉 There’s only the best strategy for your situation.
CTA:
PS:
Sometimes the best move isn’t the obvious one.
👉 It’s the one most people are overlooking.
🏡 Buyer Tip
Don’t just shop for a home—shop for leverage.
Most buyers focus on:
👉 “Where do I want to live?”
But right now, a better question is:
👉 “Where do I have the most negotiating power?”
For example:
Areas with more inventory = more flexibility
Homes sitting longer = more opportunity
Sellers relocating = more motivation
💡 Smart move:
Be open to multiple areas—you might find a better deal just a few miles away.
🏠 Seller Tip
You’re not just competing with your neighbors anymore.
Buyers today are comparing homes across:
Springville
Spanish Fork
Mapleton
👉 All at the same time.
That means your home isn’t just competing locally—it’s competing regionally.
So if a similar home in another city looks like a better deal?
👉 Buyers will go there.
💡 Smart move:
Position your home to stand out—not just fit in.
⚡ QUICK TAKEAWAY
👉 Buyers: Flexibility can save you thousands
👉 Sellers: Value wins—not just location
The Collins Team at eXp Realty exists because Jeff and I built the kind of environment we wished we'd had. One where agents actually get mentorship from people who've done the work. Where the tools are world-class. Where you're not just a number on a roster.
We're building something here in south Utah County, and we're looking for the right people to build it with us.
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Myth vs Reality
There’s a lot of outdated advice floating around right now…
👉 And believing it can cost you money.
❌ Myth #1: “I should wait for rates to drop before buying”
✅ Reality:
When rates drop, competition comes back fast.
That means:
More buyers
More bidding wars
Higher prices
👉 Buying now (with less competition) and refinancing later is often the smarter play.
❌ Myth #2: “Homes aren’t selling right now”
✅ Reality:
Homes are selling…
👉 Just not the overpriced ones.
Well-priced homes = still moving
Overpriced homes = sitting
This is a strategy market, not a stalled market.
❌ Myth #3: “I can price high and negotiate down”
✅ Reality:
Today’s buyers don’t negotiate like that.
👉 They skip overpriced homes completely.
No showings = no offers
No offers = price drops
And price drops often hurt more than pricing right upfront.
❌ Myth #4: “I don’t need to offer concessions as a seller”
✅ Reality:
Concessions are becoming normal again.
Buyers are asking for:
Closing costs
Rate buydowns
Repairs
👉 Sellers who work with buyers are winning.
❌ Myth #5: “All homes are taking forever to sell”
✅ Reality:
Good homes still move quickly.
👉 The difference is:
Price
Condition
Presentation
The market isn’t slow—it’s selective.
❌ Myth #6: “I’ll get a better deal if I wait”
✅ Reality:
Maybe on price… but not necessarily overall.
👉 If rates drop:
Prices often rise
Competition increases
The “better deal” can disappear quickly.
❌ Myth #7: “Online estimates (Zillow, etc.) are accurate”
✅ Reality:
They’re a starting point—not a strategy.
👉 They don’t account for:
Condition
Upgrades
Local demand shifts
Micro-neighborhood differences
That’s where real pricing expertise matters.
📍 Local Insight (Utah County Reality Check)
Right now:
Buyers have more power—but not unlimited power
Sellers still have opportunity—but need strategy
The middle ground is where deals are happening
👉 The market is no longer extreme—it’s balanced and intentional
🗣️ My Opinion
👉“The biggest mistakes I’m seeing right now come from people using advice from a completely different market.
What worked two or three years ago doesn’t work the same today. The key is adjusting your strategy to what’s happening right now—not what used to happen.”
📣 Call to Action
Not sure what’s true (and what’s not) in today’s market?
Want a real breakdown of your situation—no hype, no guesswork?
Let’s talk through it so you’re making decisions based on facts, not headlines.
Ready to stop waiting and start winning? Let's talk.
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That’s it for today.
Keep showing up, keep cheering each other on — and as always, keep busy.
Lori Collins, Associate Broker #14213653-AB00
Jeff Collins, Salesperson #1421190-SA00
Springville, UT 84663
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