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08/22/2026

08/21/2026

The best house on the market might be the one everyone else scrolls past.

Potential rarely announces itself.

It doesn’t always come with a perfect kitchen, fresh paint or a beautifully staged living room. Sometimes it looks like dated finishes. An awkward layout. A yard that needs work. A house that photographs terribly.

But look closer.

Because in Salt Lake City real estate, some of the greatest opportunities are hiding in the homes that require a little imagination.

The right buyer isn’t just asking, “Do I love it exactly as it is?”

They’re asking:

What could this become?
What can I change?
What can’t I change?
And where is the value everyone else is missing?

That’s where good real estate gets interesting.

I don’t want to help you find the house everyone already wants.

I want to help you see the one they haven’t figured out yet.

Save this for your next house hunt + send it to someone looking for a home in Salt Lake City.

And if you’re ready to find the potential before the rest of the market sees it, DM me POTENTIAL. Let’s go find your way in.

08/12/2026

EVIDENCE OF LIFE.

And you can usually tell within 30 seconds of walking through the door.

There’s art you haven’t seen 400 times on Pinterest.
A chair that makes absolutely no sense—and somehow makes the entire room.
Books. Color. Vintage. Weird little objects from somewhere interesting.
Wallpaper someone actually had the nerve to commit to.

In other words: evidence of life.

Here’s the thing about touring homes in Salt Lake City: I’m not necessarily looking for the house that has been stripped of every ounce of personality and dipped in 47 shades of greige.

I’m looking for the one that makes you stop.

Because personality can be an asset.

A home with original details, collected interiors, unexpected color and thoughtful design gives buyers something beige rarely can: an emotional connection.

And emotion is powerful in real estate.

The best homes don’t make everyone say, “That’s nice.”

They make the right person say:

“Ohhhhh. I could live HERE.”

2026 design is already shifting toward personality-rich interiors, layered color, pattern, patina and spaces that feel collected rather than perfectly staged.

So maybe the goal was never to make your house appeal to absolutely everyone.

Maybe the goal is to make it unforgettable to someone.

Would you rather tour a perfectly beige house—or the slightly weird house where you immediately know cool people live?

Tell me below. 👇 And follow Salt Lake City, Utah Realtor | Amy Derethik for Salt Lake City real estate, design, hidden potential and homes with something to say.

08/08/2026

I see it and I like it! Don’t miss this one❤️

08/07/2026

08/07/2026

JUST LISTED | OGDEN, UTAH

Not every great house needs to be polished within an inch of its life. Sometimes, the magic is in the personality.

909 Rancho Blvd. is exactly that kind of place.

Warm wood ceilings. Original character. Indoor-outdoor living. Mountain views. A backyard ready for long Utah evenings. And a home that feels collected, creative and refreshingly different from everything beige.

Offered at $339,097, this is an opportunity to buy a home with character and room to make it unmistakably your own.

And that’s where I see the potential.

OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, August 8 | 12–2 PM
📍 909 Rancho Blvd., Ogden, Utah

Come walk through it with me. I’ll show you what’s already great—and what I’d do next.

Can’t make the open house? DM me “RANCHO” for details or to schedule a private showing.

Save this one. Share it with someone looking in Ogden. And follow Salt Lake City, Utah Realtor | Amy Derethik for Utah homes with a little more soul—and a lot more potential.

08/07/2026

MID-CENTURY CALLED. IT WANTS ITS FRIDAY NIGHT BACK. 🍸

Tomorrow night, we’re doing open house a little differently.

Think Mad Men soundtrack. Mid-century lines. Vintage details. Poolside energy. And a condo that has managed to hold onto the kind of character everyone is trying to recreate right now.

Welcome to Graystone Condos in Millcreek — 1,450 square feet of authentic mid-century potential with expansive windows, original built-ins, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a community pool.

Come for the architecture.
Stay for the soundtrack.
Imagine what you could do with the place.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 | 4–6 PM
📍 1182 E 2700 S, Unit V169
Millcreek, Utah

If Don Draper had a Salt Lake City condo, this might just be it.

Save this post. Send it to your mid-century-obsessed friend. And if you’re looking for a home with character, potential, and absolutely no interest in being basic — come see me tomorrow night.

DM me “MIDCENTURY” for details or a private showing.

08/05/2026

The Coffee Shop Everyone in Salt Lake City Should Have on Their List.

Some places serve coffee. Others create a reason to slow down.

Loki Coffee is one of those places—where expertly crafted coffee, house-made pastries, and thoughtfully designed interiors come together to create an experience worth lingering over. Whether you’re meeting friends, catching up on work, or simply treating yourself, this is the kind of neighborhood café that keeps you coming back.

✨ If you’re looking for the best coffee in Salt Lake City, this belongs on your list.

What’s your order?
👇 Tell me in the comments:
What’s your favorite drink and which bakery item are you grabbing with it?

If you know someone who appreciates a great local coffee shop, share this post with them—and follow for more of Salt Lake City’s best neighborhoods, hidden gems, local businesses, and real estate.

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08/05/2026

What if the right home wasn’t bigger… just more you?

Everyone talks about square footage, interest rates, and resale value.

Almost no one talks about how your home quietly shapes the person you become.

The right home doesn’t ask you to perform.
It doesn’t ask you to impress the neighbors or chase someone else’s version of success.

It gives you permission to slow down.
To host more dinners.
To read one more chapter.
To create.
To breathe.
To become more of yourself.

That’s the kind of home I help people find.

Not just the one that checks the boxes…
The one with hidden potential that supports the life you actually want to live.

Now I’m curious…

✨ What’s one thing your dream home would make possible that your current home doesn’t?

Tell me in the comments. I’ll read every one.

If you’re looking for a home in Salt Lake City, or wondering how to recognize potential before everyone else does, follow Salt Lake City, Utah Realtor | Amy Derethik. That’s where I share the homes, neighborhoods, and opportunities most people overlook.

07/17/2026

If you are seeing this then it is mean to be…


The best opportunities in Salt Lake City aren’t always the ones everyone is chasing. Sometimes they’re quietly waiting in the right neighborhood.

Graystone Condominiums is one of those places—timeless architecture, mature landscaping, expansive windows, and a park-like setting in the heart of Millcreek. This beautifully preserved 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium offers 1,450 square feet of authentic character with the ease of main-floor living, all for $389,000.

Whether you’re searching for your first home, downsizing without compromise, or investing in one of Salt Lake City’s most established communities, this is a home that delivers lasting value beyond the price tag.

Join us this weekend:
• Friday: 4:30 PM–6:30 PM
• Saturday: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM

📍 Graystone Condominiums
1182 E 2700 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84106

Come experience why some of the best homes aren’t the loudest—they’re simply the most enduring.

DM me for the full listing, private showing details, or if you’d like to see similar homes before they hit the market. Follow for editorial real estate, hidden value, and the homes everyone else overlooks.

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