How to buy a home in Utah without breaking the bank
If you’ve never had the chance to move into a home, you can now.
Utah has officially become the first state to allow people to buy homes without moving in or out, with the first wave of home purchases set to take place from June 1.
Here’s what you need to know.
1.
How much does it cost to buy?
The price of a single-family home in the state ranges from $2.7m to $3.1m.
It can be yours for just $1.9m.
2.
Where can I buy?
You can buy in the Salt Lake Valley, across the street from the city of Salt Lake City, and in the surrounding towns of Logan, Salt Lake, and Provo.
3.
Where to live?
Salt Lake and Prova are popular destinations for first-time homebuyers.
Salt Lake is in the valley where many of the largest Mormon temples are located, and its downtown has become a popular hangout for families.
The city also boasts a number of historic buildings that are available for first homebuyer classes.
Provo, in the northwest corner of the state, has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Utah.
The Mormon community has also attracted a number to the city, with thousands of visitors visiting each year.
4.
What do I need to get started?
You’ll need to show a valid Utah Driver’s License to apply for a home purchase, and you’ll need a bank account to deposit the money.
You’ll also need to prove that you have a stable income, a bank credit, or a job, and that you are able to pay your mortgage.
If you can’t show a bank document, your application will be turned down.
5.
Can I go ahead and move in now?
Yes, you’re eligible for the move-in deadline.
You must wait six months before applying for a mortgage, and your new address will be required for a bank to approve your move.
Utah residents can apply for the home purchase by mail, but the move can’t be done before April 1, 2018.
You can also apply for it online by visiting the Utah Department of Housing and Community Development website.
6.
What if I need help?
If you need help moving into your new home, the Utah Housing Authority offers several resources, including information about moving into an RV, a mortgage guide, and other helpful tips.
If the process feels too long, you may need to speak with a realtor.
7.
What should I expect if I move?
You may need a security deposit and some documentation for your new residence, but if you do, you’ll be responsible for paying the difference between the value of your new house and your original home, which could be around $100,000.
If there’s a dispute over the value, the owner can ask you to repay the difference.
8.
What about taxes?
If your home is in Utah, you should pay the state income tax on the value you put in.
If your house is in a different state, you will need to pay federal and state taxes on the property’s value.
9.
Is it legal?
Utah has a number laws that will determine your home’s value, including state and federal property tax, mortgage interest, property taxes, property assessments, and certain real estate sales and taxes.
10.
What is a home?
A house is a structure built to house a person or an apartment.
A single- or duplex-style home has two or more units that can be built into one structure.
It is usually built to meet specific standards, such as the size and weight of the unit, the space that the people in the home share, and the size of the hallways and windows.
In some cases, a home may be more than 100 years old.
For more on what a house is and how it differs from a house, see our article on what is and isn’t a house.
11.
What are the rules for moving out?
When you move out of your home, it’s usually legal to move out without having to pay any taxes.
You may also be able to apply to transfer the property to someone else.
But if you want to transfer to someone you trust, the process is a little more complicated.
Transfer documents are required to get your new place of residence approved by the property owner.
If it’s an apartment or house, the rules are more complicated, and a real estate agent may need your help to find out what you can and can’t move out with.
12.
What happens if my new place is different from the one I paid for?
If a new place you bought is not the same as the one you paid for, you have two options: You can ask to have your money refunded or claim the difference as a tax, and then you’ll have to pay back the difference in the form of property taxes.
This is where the property tax credit comes in.
A credit can be claimed if you paid