First Time Homebuyer's Guide - Softcover

Collins, Lori

 
9798233930713: First Time Homebuyer's Guide

Synopsis

Utah's housing market is moving. Are you ready to move with it?

The First-Time Homebuyer's Guide: Utah Edition is a no-nonsense, market-specific roadmap written for buyers who want to own a home in 2026-not someday. It covers the Utah First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program (S.B. 240), new construction strategy across Utah County, offer tactics that win in a competitive market, and a closing process that won't blindside you.

This guide is for you if:

  • You've been renting in Utah and want to stop building someone else's equity
  • You don't know where to start with financing, programs, or paperwork
  • You want to use the $20,000 S.B. 240 grant but aren't sure how
  • You've lost a deal before and don't want to lose another one

What's inside:

  • Chapter 1: Your Money, Your Move - financing, pre-approval, and the S.B. 240 program explained in plain language
  • Chapter 2: The House Hunt - where to search, how to vet a new build, and the Blue Tape Walkthrough
  • Chapter 3: The Art of the Offer - stacking incentives, writing frictionless offers, and negotiating without overpaying
  • Chapter 4: The Closing Countdown - appraisals, title insurance, the Closing Disclosure, and wire fraud prevention
  • Appendices - S.B. 240 quick reference, master timeline, inspection sheet, CD red flag checklist, and first-year maintenance calendar

Stop scrolling Zillow and start closing. This is the guide Utah buyers needed.

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About the Author

Lori Collins bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and traditional real estate practices. As a recognized expert in AI integration for real estate professionals, she has helped hundreds of agents modernize their businesses without losing the personal touch that clients value. Her approach combines deep knowledge of AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini with real-world understanding of CRM systems and social media marketing. Lori is passionate about democratizing AI technology, making it accessible to agents at all experience levels who want to work smarter and serve clients better.

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