Alex Lehauli Real Estate

Alex Lehauli Real Estate I'm experienced Real Estate Broker at Iconic Realty Network and Owner of the Alex Lehauli Group

Buying a home in Salt Lake right now honestly feels overwhelming for a lot of people.Prices are high. Rates changed fast...
05/12/2026

Buying a home in Salt Lake right now honestly feels overwhelming for a lot of people.

Prices are high. Rates changed fast. Rent is expensive. And it feels like every year the goal post moves further away.

A lot of first-time buyers I talk to feel like:
“I’m behind.”
“I waited too long.”
“I’ll never catch up.”

And truthfully… I get it.

The market is the market. None of us control it none of us know what the future will look like.

But that doesn’t mean buying a home is impossible.
It just means the strategy has changed.

For some people, buying now still makes sense.
For others, waiting and preparing is the smarter move.

The important part is understanding your options instead of assuming homeownership is completely out of reach.

There are still ways people are making it work in Salt Lake:

buying smaller first homes
using down payment assistance
house hacking
choosing different areas
buying rate buydowns
partnering with family
adjusting expectations for the first purchase

Your first home doesn’t need to be your dream home.
It just needs to be a smart step forward.

If you’ve been feeling stuck or discouraged about buying, here's a link to my website where you can see a glimpse of my philosophy about buying a home in todays market

Get personalized guidance through every step of the home buying process, from understanding the market to securing the right property. Start your journey with a trusted advisor who knows how to navigate the complexities of real estate and is dedicated to finding your perfect home. Visit now for insi...

Spring time is the best time to list your home if you want maximum exposure. You also so a peak in the median home price...
04/10/2025

Spring time is the best time to list your home if you want maximum exposure. You also so a peak in the median home prices around this time as well .

Thinking of selling in Salt Lake County? Spring 2025 may be your best chance. Learn why now is a good time to list your home before the market slows down.

💸 Thinking about buying your first home in Salt Lake? Let’s talk real numbers.Entry-level homes in Salt Lake County are ...
04/07/2025

💸 Thinking about buying your first home in Salt Lake? Let’s talk real numbers.

Entry-level homes in Salt Lake County are now hovering around $450,000, and if you’re using an FHA loan with a 3.5% down payment, you’re likely looking at a monthly mortgage between $3,000–$3,500 (including taxes & insurance).

It’s not cheap — but it is doable with the right plan and guidance.

✅ We break down budgeting tips
✅ Cover local incentives you might qualify for
✅ And explain why so many first-time buyers are leaning into new construction + rate buydowns right now

If you’re thinking about buying in the next 6–12 months, check out the full blog here 👇

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Want help putting together a game plan? Shoot me a DM — I’ll walk you through your numbers.



How to budget for your first home in Salt Lake, from price points to monthly payments and saving tips. Smart moves for first-time buyers.

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