Does Your Utah Home Have Radon Gas?

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Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that naturally percolates upwards from the ground. This gas is radioactive and nine times heavier than air. That means if you live in an area with radon, it will settle in the basement of your home and stay there.

According to the Surgeon General, radon gas is the second-leading cause for lung cancer in our country, right behind smoking cigarettes. What can you do to protect yourself and your family from radon?

The first thing you need to do is get a radon test. You can buy a test kit for $10 at Lowes or Home Depot, or you can buy a radon detection monitor, which works like a carbon monoxide detector.

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Radon is the #2 cause of lung cancer in the United States.

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If you get a test done and the radon levels are higher than the EPA approved limit, the best solution is to install a radon mitigation system. I know what you’re thinking, and no, opening the windows in your basement won’t cut it. The good news is that over the years, the pricing on these systems has fallen dramatically. You can install a mitigation system for around $1,000 and it will protect a home up to about 6,000 square feet.

Get your home tested just to be on the safe side. If you’re buying a home, most home inspectors will run this test for you. It’s only about an $80 charge, and I highly recommend you get this done.

If you have any questions for me, just give me a call or send me an email. I would be happy to help you!

How we helped Susan deal with a difficult situation by being there every step of the way

“She sold my house as well as found a new home for me to purchase. Without her, a lot of deadlines, dates and important details would have fallen through the cracks. The seller of our house was not truthful with his disclosures, so she went back to his Realtor several times to encourage them to sell it correctly. She couldn’t get a result from them, so she went to small claims court with us and helped us through the whole procedure, which was not something she had to do."

How we helped Lani with her real estate transaction by going above and beyond

“She is an amazing Realtor! Not only did she sell our house once, but she had a backup buyer for us which was marvelous because the first buyer did fall through. We were able to close the sale and she was so helpful. We ran into some issues in the middle of listing and she was able to guide us in the right direction.”

5 Tips for Successful Negotiating in Salt Lake City

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In a competitive real estate market like ours in Salt Lake City, it’s important to understand how to negotiate well. Fortunately, I have some advice if you’re preparing to buy or sell a home to share with you today!

1. Know your margins in advance. Know the highest amount you’re willing to bid for a home or the very lowest you’d be willing to sell before. Understand those numbers well before entering a negotiation process. We don’t want you making those decisions in a stressful situation, especially during a close negotiation.
2. Consider a few concessions you would consider. Hold those in reserve just in case they’re required to keep a negotiation moving forward.
3. Never make a concession without asking for something in return. Anytime we receive something for nothing or a little too easy, we end up feeling like we should’ve asked for more. You want to nip that feeling in the bud!
4. Don’t take it personal. I know this can be difficult for some of us. I can’t name another item that can derail a negotiation faster than personal issues getting in the way of a transaction.
5. Always be willing to walk away. If you’re feeling too much pressure or giving away too much in a deal, it’s okay to say no. Thank the people for their offer, but pass. There will always be another deal out there for you, which could be much better!

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If you’re feeling too much pressure or giving away too much in a deal, it’s okay to say no.

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If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in the surrounding Salt Lake City area, reach out today! I’m available by phone and email. I look forward to hearing from you soon!