This week’s Home Sweet Buzz Real Estate Edition is packed with smart insights—from Bountiful’s quiet market shift to featured listings, open houses, and a helpful Ask a Realtor question. Plus, a new Home Services Spotlight, a savvy Real Estate Tip, and a fresh video message from Todd Porter. 🏡

In this Issue . . .

🤣 Real Estate LOL 

⭐️ Home Services Spotlight - 🌟 Next Gen Shine Window Cleaning

📊 Local Market Snapshot - No More Frenzy: Inside Bountiful’s
Quiet Market Shift

🔑 Featured Listings & Open Houses

💬 Ask a Realtor:
Question of the week -❓ Janet asked, when buying a new construction home, does it make sense to get an inspection particularly since everything is new and the builder provides at least a one year warranty anyway?

💁🏻‍♂️ Real Estate Tip of the week -  Use Seller Credits Strategically

🎥 New Video Message from our Sponsor - Todd Porter: The most misleading number in real estate

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We featured this local business earlier this week, but they’re especially fitting for today’s Real Estate Edition. Whether you’re prepping to sell, hosting showings, or just want your home looking its best, Next Gen Shine Window Cleaning is a local go-to for crystal-clear windows.

🌟 Next Gen Shine Window Cleaning

Meet Next Gen Shine Window Cleaning, a fresh, energetic window-cleaning team bringing serious sparkle to homes across Bountiful. Owned and operated by local teenagers Milo Van Dam and Noah Chambers, this young duo is proving that motivation, craftsmanship, and a commitment to quality aren’t defined by age—they’re defined by passion.

💡 How It All Began

What started as a late-summer dream quickly turned into a full-fledged business. Milo and Noah had always been drawn to the idea of starting something of their own. With curiosity, online research, and a lot of entrepreneurial spirit, they launched Next Gen Shine just four months ago—aiming to become the best window cleaners their generation has ever seen. And judging by their results… they’re well on their way.

✨ What Makes Them Stand Out

Next Gen Shine offers streak-free cleaning, hard water stain removal, and top-tier window care using tools and products they’ve carefully selected for long-lasting shine. Their promise is simple but bold:
The best windows. The best price. Every single time.
Clients love the combination of affordability, quality, and the personal pride these owners put into every job.

🏡 Serving the Community

Milo and Noah believe clean windows make a brighter community—literally. They work hard to keep local homes looking their best while offering rates that families can afford. Their dedication, reliability, and neighbor-friendly approach have already made them a trusted name in the area.

🎄 Holiday Special: Up to 30% Off!

Just in time for the season, they’re offering a Christmas & Holiday Sale with up to 30% off window cleaning for local homes. Every service also comes with a free clear protective coating to keep your windows shining all winter long.

If your home could use a little extra sparkle this season, this is the perfect time to support two hardworking young entrepreneurs.

📍 Address: 1339 S 100 E, Bountiful
📞 Phone: 385-977-9303
📧 Email: [email protected]

🏡 No More Frenzy: Inside Bountiful’s
Quiet Market Shift

Bountiful real estate right now feels like that restaurant that used to have a line out the door. The doors are still open. People are eating. But no one’s rushing in anymore. As of December 12, here’s what the market actually looks like.

📊 Active Listings: The Gap That Matters

There are 81 active listings in Bountiful.

• Median list price: $535,000

• Average list price: $697,410

That gap matters.

It’s not because most homes suddenly jumped in price. It’s because a small number of high-end listings—some as high as $3.85 million—are pulling the average upward. On the other end, active listings dip as low as $219,000.

That wide range is exactly why averages alone no longer tell the full story.

📍 Why Median Pricing Matters

This is why we’re now including median pricing in our reporting.
The median shows where the middle of the market actually is—without being distorted by the extremes.

🏠 Sold Homes Tell the Same Story

Recent sales reinforce this pattern:

• 17 homes SOLD

• Median list price: $520,750

• Average sold price: $656,552

Again, higher-end sales—some listed near $3.49 million—push the average up, while lower-priced homes sold down around $210,000.

The takeaway is simple:
The median reflects what most buyers and sellers are experiencing. The average reflects the outliers.

📉 What’s Really Changed

Compared to last week—and even the past couple of months—the direction is consistent:

• Inventory hasn’t surged

• Pricing hasn’t collapsed

What has changed since late October and through November is how spread out the market has become.
More range.
Less uniformity.
Fewer impulse decisions.

⏱️ Why Days on Market Is No Longer Included

You may notice we’ve removed Days on Market from public reporting.

While useful internally, that single number often creates false assumptions. It doesn’t account for re-listings, pricing strategies, seasonal pauses, or seller intent. Instead of adding clarity, it tends to add anxiety.

Removing it keeps the focus where it belongs: pricing reality, not guesses.

🔍 The Bottom Line

Homes are still selling in Bountiful—but they’re selling because the price makes sense, not because buyers feel pressured.

Compared to earlier this fall, the market is quieter, more selective, and more honest.

That’s the trajectory.
Not down.
Not up.
Just settling into something more real.

If you want the numbers for your neighborhood or price point, reach out — I’ll show you exactly where the trends are heading.

— Todd Porter 
Utah Todd | SURE Group | ABC 4 and REE Realty
801 755 1882

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🏡 This Week’s listings & Open Houses
in Davis County

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Contact: Nick Thompson - (801) 928-0145 | [email protected]

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Davis County Open Houses 🏡

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🔑 ATTENTION ALL REALTORS!!!

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We welcome submissions from ALL local real estate professionals!
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💬 Real Estate Q & A

Question: Janet asked, when buying a new construction home, does it make sense to get an inspection particularly since everything is new and the builder provides at least a one year warranty anyway?

💬 Todd’s Answer:

Yes, Janet, it still makes sense to get an inspection on new construction, even though everything is new and the builder gives you a one year warranty.

Here’s why.

New does not mean perfect. It just means new. New homes are built by humans, on timelines, with multiple subcontractors rotating in and out. That creates opportunities for mistakes, missed details, and shortcuts. Most are minor. Some are expensive. And you usually do not see them until you live in the home through a full cycle of seasons.

Why builders do not love inspectors

Most builders do not get excited when an independent inspector shows up because inspectors:

• Document issues in writing with photos

• Catch items before they become warranty disputes

• Slow down the “close it and move on” pace

• Create a punch list that the builder has to address, not explain away

A good builder will still cooperate, but let’s be honest, inspections create accountability. That is exactly why you want one.

The smartest strategy: the 10 month warranty inspection

The best move is to schedule a full, detailed inspection around month 10 of your first year, roughly 60 days before the one year builder warranty expires.

That timing is money.

Why? Because it allows you to:

• Find the issues that only show up after living there

• Submit everything in writing while it is still clearly covered

• Get repairs done under warranty, not out of your pocket

• Avoid the “that’s normal settling” conversation after the warranty is gone

Common items a 10 month inspection can catch:

• Grading and drainage problems

• Cracks and foundation concerns beyond normal settling

• Roof or flashing issues

• HVAC performance and duct problems

• Window seals, leaks, or poor installation

• Plumbing leaks under sinks or behind walls

• Electrical issues, GFCI problems, loose outlets

• Poor caulking, gaps, trim separation, nail pops

• Doors and windows out of alignment from settling

• Attic insulation issues

What about an inspection before closing?

Also smart.

A pre-close inspection is not a bad idea at all, especially if:

• The home was built fast

• You have a big builder with high volume crews

• The home has complicated systems or upgrades

• You want peace of mind before you sign

A pre-close inspection helps you catch install and safety issues before you take ownership and before you are moved in trying to coordinate repairs.

Bottom line

A builder warranty is helpful, but it is not the same as protection. Warranties still require you to find issues, report them correctly, and push them through the process on time.

So yes, Janet, get the inspection.

If you only do one, do it around month 10 so you can force every issue into the warranty window and keep it from becoming your bill later.

— Utah Todd | SURE Group | ABC 4 and REE Realty 801 755 1882

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💡 Real Estate Tip of the Week 

👇Use Seller Credits Strategically

In today’s market, price isn’t the only negotiation tool that matters. Many sellers are open to offering credits toward closing costs, rate buydowns, or repairs—and for buyers, that can mean thousands of dollars saved upfront or a more affordable monthly payment.

If you’re buying, ask your agent how credits could work in your favor. If you’re selling, offering the right concession can help your home stand out without needing a big price reduction. In December’s market, flexibility often wins the deal.

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