Destination Homes

Town Homes Proposed for Kaysville Motel Site

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 06:04:03 GMT

We made the news! Our company Founder and President made a proposal to Kaysville City concerning the Far West Motel Site. The Clipper published the article. Read the complete article.

Salt Lake County Home Prices Rise 7%

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 04:31:49 GMT

The Enterprise, Utah's Business Journal recently ran a story about the increase in home prices of existing homes in Salt Lake County. The President of the Salt Lake Board of Realtors was quoted in the article. "January's increase is significant because it did not include housing incentives like the $8,000 federal tax credit. This shows Salt Lake City's economy in continuing to make a comeback."

Click here to read the complete article.

Mortgage Interest Deduction on the Chopping Block

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 05:25:44 GMT

Yep, congress is considering eliminating the "Mortgage Interest Deduction". This action would bring an end to the tax benefit for home ownership. The National Association of Home Builders posted some resources to help homeowners fight the demise of this benefit. Here are a few ways you can get involved.

1. Get the background and statistics.

2. Visit www.SaveMyMortgageInterestDeduction.com for information about this issue.

3. Read the statement from the NAHB Chairman on the Deficit Commission Co-Chairs’ proposal to change the MID.

4. Join the discussion on Facebook.com/SaveMyMID.

5. Follow the latest updates on Twitter.com/SaveMyMID.

Utah Building Permits on the Rise

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:04:35 GMT

The Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) at the David Eccles School of Business reports that the number of single-family home permits issued in Utah for the first-quarter is up 110 percent over the first quarter of 2009. In the first quarter of 2010, the State of Utah has issued 1,522 new home building permits.
Read the whole story.

Home of the Week

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:26:14 GMT

Two Story Town Homes~$129,900.
This 1210 square foot home has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. It's located in our Harrisville community, New Towne Square. When you use our preferred lender we will help out with $4,000 in closing costs, 50" flat screen TV and a $1000 gift card. Contact Skyler Chambers 208-360-7058. Get more information.

Utah's Economy in On the Mend

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:50:10 GMT

KSL.com Report

Video Courtesy of KSL.com

Home Prices Rise For Seventh Straight Month

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:46:59 GMT

Case-Shiller 20-City Home Price Index

Signs Indicate U.S. Housing Industry Recovering

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:37:10 GMT

Housing starts rose in January.
Building permits are up 16.9% in the past year.
Read the complete article.

South Jordan Recognized as Utah's Fastest Growing City

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:19:58 GMT

Read the article.

Fresh Look at Housing Numbers

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:15:15 GMT

Published by the Wall Street Journal. Current look at housing numbers.

UofU Research Money Helps Utah's Economy

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:04:37 GMT

Wow, this is some incredible information about how the University of Utah helps our economy. Published by the Deseret News.

Utah Housing Forecast

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:52:30 GMT

The Salt Lake Tribune published the following story about the housing forecast in Utah.

Current Mortgage Rates-Freddie Mac

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 03:06:47 GMT

Start the New Year with a new, lower rate mortgage.

Zions Bank Economic Outlook Report

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 02:59:46 GMT

2010 Economic Outlook-Looks Better

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 02:58:13 GMT

Zions Bank recently published this economic outlook report for the state of Utah.
Review the report.

Model Home Furniture for Sale-1950's Bar Stool

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:04:27 GMT

$30-One 1950's Classic Bar Stool

If you're interested in previewing or purchasing this/these items please contact Targhee Child at tchild@destinationhomes.com or 801-660-4771. Sales will be honored on a first come, first serve basis. All purchased items will need to be picked up from our corporate office at 67 South Main Street, Layton within one week of purchase agreement. Payment can be made via cash or personal check made out to Destination Homes. All items are sold "as is".

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Model Home Furniture for Sale-Coffee Table

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:02:49 GMT

$60-Coffee Table

If you're interested in previewing or purchasing this/these items please contact Targhee Child at tchild@destinationhomes.com or 801-660-4771. Sales will be honored on a first come, first serve basis. All purchased items will need to be picked up from our corporate office at 67 South Main Street, Layton within one week of purchase agreement. Payment can be made via cash or personal check made out to Destination Homes. All items are sold "as is".

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Model Home Furniture for Sale-Petite Sitting Chair

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:57:52 GMT

$25-Petite Sitting Chair For Sale

If you're interested in previewing or purchasing this/these items please contact Targhee Child at tchild@destinationhomes.com or 801-660-4771. Sales will be honored on a first come, first serve basis. All purchased items will need to be picked up from our corporate office at 67 South Main Street, Layton within one week of purchase agreement. Payment can be made via cash or personal check made out to Destination Homes. All items are sold "as is".

Thanks,

Model Home Furniture for Sale-Formal Sitting Chairs

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:50:45 GMT

$60-We have a set of two formal sitting chairs available for sale.

If you're interested in previewing or purchasing this/these items please contact Targhee Child at tchild@destinationhomes.com or 801-660-4771. Sales will be honored on a first come, first serve basis. All purchased items will need to be picked up from our corporate office at 67 South Main Street, Layton within one week of purchase agreement. Payment can be made via cash or personal check made out to Destination Homes. All items are sold "as is".

Thanks,

Model Home Furniture for Sale-Formal Dining Chairs

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:36:46 GMT

$125.00 We have a set of 5 formal dining room chairs available for sale. One with arm rests and the other 4 without.

If you're interested in previewing or purchasing this/these items please contact Targhee Child at tchild@destinationhomes.com or 801-660-4771. Sales will be honored on a first come, first serve basis. All purchased items will need to be picked up from our corporate office at 67 South Main Street, Layton within one week of purchase agreement. Payment can be made via cash or personal check made out to Destination Homes. All items are sold "as is".

Thanks,

Home Prices Rise on Case-Shiller Report

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 03:43:04 GMT

Foreclosures Slowing: Filings Drop 8%

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 04:28:43 GMT

CNN.com reported that foreclosure filings fell by 8% in November, making it the fourth consecutive month of improvement in the housing market.

We've Been Saying This for Months-Now Business Week Backs Us Up!

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 05:02:06 GMT

When I saw this headline I had to get it posted to our blog. Interest Rates are a significant factor in home affordability and after the ribbing Bernanke took from the Senate last week I don't think he is going to sit on interest rates like the Fed has in the past.

Utah Employment Projected to Pick Up

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 10:39:13 GMT

The Tribune ran this article about Utah employment.

New Home Sales Rise to Highest Since 2008

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:22:33 GMT

Bloomberg.com reported that new home sales hit a new high since 2008. Read the complete story.

Stocks Soar On Housing Boost

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:32:04 GMT

Forbes.com
Associated Press
Bloomberg.com

Move In Before the New Year

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:55:58 GMT

We have a great list of homes that are available for quick move in.

Utah Ranks High in Economic Development

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:36:13 GMT

Here is an article from the Standard Examiner on how Utah ranks among other states for economic development.

Ogden-Clearfield Ranks 28th in the Forbes Report

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:44:31 GMT

Forbes.com reported their list of America's Fastest-Recovering Cities and on the list was the Ogden-Clearfield MSA at 28, Salt Lake City at 45 and Provo-Orem at 63. Having all the MSA's along the Wasatch Front is a great thing and it shows some great signs of stability. See the whole list.

SL Tribune-Is it a good time to buy?

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:40:09 GMT

Wow! The Tribune just posted an article about the housing industry and suggested that now could be the best time to purchase a home. Depressed prices, low mortgage rates (4.91%) and government incentives have started to push shoppers into buyers. Read the article.