”Let’s Get Real!”

Bob Richards, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway in St George, Utah shares some of the new real estate policies regarding Coming Soon listings: The Coming Soon status is intended to provide sellers and listing brokers with an opportunity to market a property in advance of active showings while ensuring the listing remains visible and cooperative within the MLS system. Key features of the new Coming S...

The gist of this podcast is how to overcome common customer objections like, let us think about ut, let us talk it over, let us sleep on it, etc, etc etc. www.bobrichardsandassociates.com bob@buyutah.com

Bob Richards gives you some good guidance as to when it's best for you to buy a new home, buy resale or build a new home. *What is considered a custom home * Some of the the positives and negatives of building new include; Time, Cost Overruns, Financing Complexity, Uncertain Location Amenities * What are the pro's of * Buying move in ready or from scratch? https://www.buyutah.com bob@buyutah.com  

In this podcast Bob Richards explores the positive and negative effects of blending a professional business into your home * More people working from home than office * How to separate your business home office from your home living space *.Live-Work Spaces * What expenses you can write off with a home office * For resale is a home office a positive or a negative For more information contact Bob R...

In this podcast Bob Richards gives you the information you need to sell your home the first quarter of 2026. You'll Learn: * Is it better to buy a lot and build a home or just buy a new one? * What are the pros and con's of each * How to get a pre listing market review for free * Make strategic repairs * Start de-cluttering and packing now www.buyutah.com bob@buyutah.com

In this podcast, Bob Richards gives you a general overview of the real estate market conditions in St George and Southern Utah areas. This info will help give you a good foundation to move forward with your real estate plans and goals in 2026. You'll Learn: * What went up, what went down and why * Was it a good or challenging market and why * 2026 real estate market predictions * What's the deal w...

Here are some strategic steps you need to take to prepare to list and sell your home. 1. Audit and make repairs 2. Declutter and Depersonalize 3. Stage the home for viewing 4. Invest in high quality visuals and Marketing 5. Research the Market Timing For more information contact: bob@buyutah.com www.buyutah.com  

Here are the top 9 common home buyer mistakes. Avoid these pitfalls. 1. Not knowing what you can afford 2. Skip the mortgage pre approval process 3. Getting just one rate quote 4. Ignoring hidden costs and fees 5. Using all your money for the downpayment with nothing left over 6.Not choosing a Real Estate Agent with a proven track record of selling 7. Not getting your financials and tax docs in or...

In this episode, Bob Richards gives you some great advice and professional on how to properly stage the home so it sells faster and for top market value. For more information contact: bob@buyutah.com www.buyutah.com

Bob Richards reveals the pitfalls and potential problems of trying to represent yourself when trying to buy a new home. You may think you're saving a few bucks in paying real estate commission to a Buyers Agent but more than likely you'll just end up losing time, money and most likely your dream home. You definitely need to hear this. For more information contact Bob Richards. bob@buyutah.com www....

Discover how you can avoid having your home, commercial business or land stolen by a real estate scam. Bob Richards gives you important information on how you can recognize a potential real estate scammer who's trying to steal your property and steps you can take to avoid it. For more information contact Bob Richards, Realtor Bob Richards and Associates - Berkshire Hathaway www.buyutah.com bob@buy...

This is Part 2 of the Let's Get Real #podcast about real estate scams and fraud. Learn how to protect yourself from losing your home, land or commercial property to real estate fraudsters. Contact Bob Richards for more information www.buyutah.com bob@buyutah.com

This is part 1 of a 2 part podcast series about how you can avoid having your home, commercial business or land stolen by a real estate scam. Bob Richards gives you important information on how you can recognize a potential real estate scammer who's trying to steal your property and steps you can take to avoid it. For more information contact Bob Richards, Realtor www.buyutah.com bob@buyutal.com

In this episode of Let's Get Real, Bob explains exactly what is a real estate survey and why you need one before you buy a home. What happens if the survey shows there's an encroachment? What happens if the survey shows an easement? What's the difference between an encroachment and an easement? For more information contact Bob Richards at Bob Richards & Associates, St George, Utah bob@buyutah....

In this podcast episode, Bob tells you exactly the best months to sell your home vs the worst months to sell your home in southern Utah. By the way the worst months to sell your home are probably the best months to buy a home! For more information contact: bob@buyutah.com www.buyutah.com

Bob and Michael the positive and negative real estate market conditions. Negative * Interest Rates * Down Payment *Ability to Qualify * Credit Scores Positive * New listings are on the upswing * Market is more balanced * Market is still competitive *Affordable Housing * How AI is affecting the real estate industry For more information contact: bob@buyutah.com or visit: www.buyutah.com

Bob and Michael discuss the 2025 Federal Fair Housing Act. You'll learn the impact these laws have upon homeowners, home buyers and home sellers. Whether you're a Realtor or a Private Home Owner, violation of these laws can have serious financial penalties and in some cases result in jail time for the offender. As a consumer there are certain things you should watch for. This podcast will help you...

In this episode, Bob Richards gives you the current st George Utah 1st & 2nd quarter real estate market updates. Including: * Interest Rates * Home Values * Hot Areas * Growth Areas Contact Bob Richards at: bob@buyutah.com. www.buyutah.com

In this episode Bob Richards special guest is Laney Larson a professional home organizer who owns Making Space Southern Utah.   Laney will give you tips on the best ways to organize your home to help it sell faster and for top dollar.   For more information contact Bob Richards and Associates www.buyutah.com bob@buyutah.com

In this episode Bob Richards gives you helpful information on the following: * What is a home warranty and what does it do * What things are not included * What are the fees * Can it be renewed after one year expiration date * How do I submit a claim for a repair  Is there a fee to submit the claim For more information contact Bob Richards - bob@buyutah.com or visit www.buyutah.com  

In this episode Bob Richards points out why it's important to conduct due dilligence on the neighborhood before you buy your home. You'll Learn: * What you should look for * Is there an HOA with CC&R's * Protections you have as a buyer * Who do I contact if there's a problem with a neighbor For more information contact: Bob Richards - bob@buyutah.com www.buyutah.com

In this podcast, Bob Richards talks about the importance of how a home buyer's checklist has the potential to save you time, money, and stress * How and when does the buyer receive the report * What to do if something is missing from the checklist * What does the buyer do * What are the Realtor's responsibilities * Why do you need a home buyer's checklist

Bob Richards, St. George, UT, Realtor, shares information about a CLUE REPORT: * : * It provides homeowners and home buyers with additional information about the home they are buying or selling  * How the CLUE Report affects a home seller  * How to Interpret a CLUE Report * Who orders the report

In this Let's Get Real podcast episode, Bob Richards answers the following questions about Real Estate Appraisals: 1. What does an appraisal have to do with the real estate transaction? 2. Who requires the appraisal? 3. Who orders the appraisal? 4. Can the buyer or seller order an appraisal? 5. How much do they cost? 6. What happens if the appraisal comes in low? 7. What are other options for the...

In this podcast episode, Bob Richards answers the following questions regarding Ernest Money deposits for real estate purchases. 1. Is this normal on most real estate purchase agreements? 2. What is the purpose of an Ernest Money deposit? 3. Is there a specific amount of Ernest Money deposit for all real estate contracts? 4. What are the pros and cons of a low amount vs a higher amount? 5. Where d...