Author: Gary Parker

If there’s anything to be said about real estate, it’s that terminology can frequently be obscure. So obscure, it can seem practically indecipherable sometimes. Take a wraparound loan or wraparound mortgage, for example. It may sound like a fairly esoteric term, but it’s actually quite common. With the increased popularity of seller/owner financed loans, you … Continued

The Utah Housing Market Just how turbulent is the Utah housing market right now? Ask any Salt Lake City area homeowner, and you’re likely to get an earful about how the Utah housing market has changed in the last 3 years. Home prices have been since the dip in prices about 24 months ago. Fast … Continued

Not too long ago, I was approached by a homeowner named Mr. Johnson, who found himself tangled in the complexities of real estate transactions. His eldest daughter was about to spread her wings and fly across the country for her first job post-college. He wanted to gift her the modest, family home that held so … Continued

I get it, traditional bank loans can be great if you fit into their narrow little box. But what if you don’t? What if you’re self-employed, have irregular income, or just don’t check all the boxes for a conventional mortgage? That’s where non-QM loans come in. I’m Gary Parker, a real estate investor, and I … Continued

Sell My House Now or Wait? Home sales have slowed a lot since the highs of the market 4 and a half years ago. The total number of homes sold in Utah is very close to the lowest level in the last 5 years; however, all 4 quarters of home sales in 2024 were a … Continued

Hello, I’m Gary, a local trusted cash home buyer. Today, I’m here to guide you through a pressing concern many homeowners face: when is it too late to stop foreclosure? Facing foreclosure is daunting, and the clock always seems to tick faster as you scramble for solutions. But fear not, I’m here to help you … Continued