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New Years Resolutions For 2021

by | Dec 30, 2020 | Real Estate Tips, YourHome, YourLifestyle

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At the end of each year, people are bombarded with holidays, family, gift-buying, and good food. It’s a joyful time when we allow ourselves to indulge in shopping, eating, and self-care. And that’s okay.

However, this is also time to start thinking about improving our lives after the holidays. What do your goals look like for the new year? What can you do to be happier, healthier, wealthier, or more successful?

Having trouble getting started?

No worries, Monique is sharing a few of her personal goals, so you can feel free to join in! Here are our top Market Source Real Estate, aka MSRE New Year’s resolutions for 2021.

Exercise More

Monique’s top goal is to exercise more.  One of the most common goals people have for the new year is to get into better shape. Exercising more can lead to better heart health, improved immunity, more energy during the day, better sleep at night, and a slimmer waistline.

Come up with a practical workout routine you can follow in 2021. For the sake of longevity, start slow and build yourself up.

Eat Healthier

Another goal for Monique is to eat healthier food.  She is vegetarian and always looking for healthier ways to eat on the go as a real estate agent.  

Part of being healthier is putting the right foods in our bodies. An important MSRE New Year’s resolution for 2021 is to eat healthier regularly. Eating whole foods without added fats and sugars can help you lose weight, feel more energized, and more.

Engage More With Your Children

The pandemic has taken its toll on people throughout 2020. However, there is a silver lining. Being forced to stay home and social distance has allowed some families to reconnect. Monique has loved more time with her kids. 

This year, she plans to lean into this unexpected benefit of COVID-19 and engage more.  You can do this too with your children, spouse, and anyone else in your household.

Survive the Pandemic

If you’re like most other Americans, you spent much of this year trying to figure out how to survive the pandemic. Between social distancing mandates, heated mask debates, and the fear of contracting the Coronavirus (or actually contracting it), it’s been a difficult ordeal.

On New Year’s Eve, think about how you’re not only going to survive the pandemic but how you’re going to thrive despite it.  That’s what Monique will be doing.

Pick Up a New Hobby

One MSRE New Year’s resolution for 2021 could be to pick up a new hobby. For example, Monique recently started golfing and would really like to spend more time pursuing this hobby. It’s fun, relaxing, and is a great sport for social distancing. 

Think about your interests. Have you neglected an old hobby lately? Or perhaps, you’ve been itching to try something new?

Create a New Professional Goal

Finally, no New Year’s resolution list is complete without a professional or financial goal. Where do you see yourself by the end of 2021?

Do you want to advance in your career? Maybe your goal is to pay off a substantial amount of debt? Dream big and start making plans to achieve those goals.

Want to Smash Your MSRE New Year’s Resolutions for 2021?

Is 2021 going to be your year? There’s certainly no reason it can’t be. If you’ve got big New Year’s resolutions for 2021, attack them with full steam!

And if one of your goals is to change your living situation, we’re here for you. Whether you need help buying a new home or selling a home, we’ve got your back. We are an experienced team of real estate agents in Salt Lake City committed to helping people just like you.

Places to Work up a Sweat in the Winter

by | Dec 30, 2020 | Real Estate Tips, Relocating to Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, Things To Do In Salt Lake City

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Salt Lake City (SLC) has a lot to offer to its metropolitan area of over 1 million people. There are many fun ways to stay active outdoors in Utah. But what about staying active when the cold winter weather hits?

If you’re wondering how to stay fit in winter, you’re in luck. There are many great places to workout in SLC. Keep reading to discover your new favorite gym.

Feel Empowered at Boxing is for Girls

Boxing is for Girls is a boxing studio run by the inspirational Eliza James. All genders, not just girls, are welcome to train alongside hardworking women at the studio.

At Boxing is for Girls, you’ll find a wide variety of training and classes. You can choose from one-on-one training, group fitness, and yoga. You can even attend an inspirational and healing retreat through the studio. 

Find Boxing is for Girls in a gritty and colorful renovated garage in SLC’s beautiful Sugar House neighborhood.

Get Fit in 45 Minutes at Peak 45

Dominate your winter workouts in 45 minutes at Peak 45. Peak 45 has locations in Salt Lake City and Park City.

The workouts at Peak 45 are uniquely challenging. You will improve your flexibility, strength, core, and endurance every time in just 45 minutes. 

This studio uses a method called Lagree Fitness. Lagree is a series of low-impact exercises done with a unique machine called the Megaformer. The trick to the burn is that you are under continuous tension, and the movements are slow and controlled. 

Build Your Strength at 212 Fitness

If you want to focus on strength training, 212 Fitness in SLC is the place for you.

212 Fitness believes in crushing strength and conditioning goals with the help of the community. As a group gym, you’ll feel encouraged by working hard with a consistent group of people.

The experienced coaches at 212 Fitness will help you reach your goals and have fun along the way.

If you’re looking for cheap places to workout in Salt Lake City, you can get your first week at 212 Fitness for only $7. 

Sweat it Out at Rideologie

If you love cardio, you don’t want to miss the spin classes at Rideologie. Get your blood pumping and heart pounding during one of their dance parties on a bike.

All experience levels are welcome to join the indoor cycling classes at Rideologie. Wear some sweat-wicking clothing because these 45 or 60-minute classes will have you sweating and burning up to 700 calories!

At Rideologie, you can build a membership that fits your needs. Purchase drop-in classes or class bundles.

Challenge Yourself at Brickwall CrossFit

If you haven’t tried CrossFit yet, this winter is the perfect time to start. CrossFit is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT). The method uses day-to-day movements like squatting, pushing, and pulling at a high-intensity level.

Brickwall CrossFit will train your entire body to prepare for whatever life throws at you. CrossFit will build your strength and endurance. Other activities, like biking, swimming, and hiking, will become easier and more fun.

Brickwall CrossFit encourages constant learning and improvement. The supportive group or one-on-one environment allows it to happen.

Now You Know the Best Places to Work Out in SLC

If outdoor winter workouts aren’t your thing, you’ve got some fabulous indoor options to work out in SLC. You don’t need to feel cooped up in winter when you can get active and have fun instead.

With all the great amenities Salt Lake City has to offer, there’s no doubt it’s a fantastic place to live. Be sure to contact us for help with your home search.

Real Estate Trends in 2021

by | Dec 30, 2020 | Real Estate Agent Tips, Real Estate Tips, Salt Lake City, Selling Your Home

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With so many significant changes in 2020, we expect to see some major developments in 2021 real estate trends. This is due to the pandemic, it has changed how many people think about housing and work. 

We’re expecting more people to move out of cities or away from their offices because they no longer need to be close to work. House hunting will continue to be affected by social distancing until we all can get a vaccine. And, younger people will realize they can afford more property than they thought.

Suburban Growth and Working from Home

Two big trends coming in 2021 are caused by the changes in 2020 to work and society. With so many people starting to work from home, realtors have seen an increase in people looking to move out of cities. They want space and safety in their preferred neighborhoods rather than commuting convenience.

The growth in buyers wanting to move to the suburbs is a direct result of the Covid-19 pandemic, people are realizing they can work from home. Those who used to live in a city have quickly realized they can get much larger housing for the same or less money as they would in a city.

Moving away from urban centers has also become a trend because of unrest and protest that we’ve seen in larger urban areas in the past twelve months. As we move into 2021, this trend for buyers to seek homes in less congested areas will continue.

Virtual House Hunting

Another 2021 real estate trend is the move to online house hunting. Whereas home buyers have always wanted to visit houses in person as part of buying a new home, the pandemic has meant that more people are willing to view homes through virtual appointments. This is a significant change in how realtors and buyers operate.

Expect to see improvements in virtual home tours as we move into 2021, as we’re still practicing social distancing and dealing with the effects of the coronavirus. 

Millennials Moving Up

Millennials are one of the fastest-growing homeowner demographics. Moving into 2021, more millennials will enter the housing market. They will soon account for more than half of all home buyers. 

Millennials buying homes also ties into the first of the 2021 real estate trends we discussed. In the past, the youngest age demographic segment tended to look to rent or buy in urban or downtown areas. However, with remote work becoming more accepted, millennials are also joining the hunt for homes outside of cities. 

Part of this trend is that millennials realize they can now afford more of a house than before if they swap high-priced rent in cities for land and square footage in the country or smaller towns. This change in mentality leads to the trend of millennials “moving up” in the housing market.  

Keep an Eye on 2021 Real Estate Trends

As you can see, the changes that have occurred in all our lives will keep affecting real estate. We’ve highlighted three of the biggest 2021 real estate trends here because they are going to change how you think about buying your next home.

Remember, cheaper, larger, safer property outside or urban, downtown locations are booming. Improving technology will make house hunting virtually much better. And, the market is getting an influx of younger buyers with money to spend.

For more advice on real estate, get in touch with us today.