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What is the 5/20/30/40 rule in real estate?
Learn how the 5/20/30/40 rule works in real estate and how it applies to buying land, budgeting, long term planning, and creating financial stability. Includes examples for rural land buyers.
What Utah Property Buyers Should Know About High Desert Weather
Understand Utah’s high desert sun, wind, storms, and temperature swings to plan cabins and RV setups wisely.
Which Way Do Ceiling Fans Go in Winter?
Learn which way ceiling fans should spin in winter to improve warmth, reduce heating costs, and keep your home comfortable. Find out the correct direction, why it matters, and how to set it.
The Best Sun Exposure for Your Cabin, RV Pad, or Garden on Utah Land
Discover how sun patterns impact cabins, RV pads, and gardens on Utah land to improve comfort and year round use.
Utah’s Reservoirs
Discover the best reservoirs in Utah including Strawberry, Starvation, Moon Lake, and Currant Creek. Learn what makes each location ideal for fishing, camping, boating, and outdoor recreation.
What Is the 1% Rule in Real Estate?
Learn how the 1% Rule helps real estate investors evaluate rental properties, estimate cash flow, and identify profitable deals quickly and easily.
What Is the Difference Between Acreage and Lot Size?
Learn the difference between acreage and lot size in real estate. Understand how these measurements affect property value, zoning, and development potential.
What is the 10% Rule in Real Estate?
Learn how the 10% Rule helps real estate investors quickly evaluate property returns, filter deals, and build profitable, long-term investments.
How to Read Elevation Changes Before You Buy Utah Land
Learn how slopes, benches, and drainage patterns help you choose the best building site on your Utah land.
What is the 3-3-3 Rule in Real Estate?
Learn how the 3-3-3 rule in real estate helps you build financial security, make clearer decisions, reduce risk, and protect your long-term property investment.