Herriman, UT (my home town) will definitely be on the map in a major way very soon! Salt Lake Community College is building a large campus in Herriman and now, REAL Soccer Salt Lake has announced that they will also be building the biggest, state-of-the-art, energy-efficient Soccer Training Facility in Herriman. City council member, Nicole Martin, accurately shared, "It is rare yet incredible that a successful entity such as RSL shares our city's vision for creating a family-friendly, world-class destination, and now we become essentially a 'soccer-topia' to hone athletic and academi skills for decades to come."

Additionally, a new 90-acre STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) Charter School will be attached to the soccer complex develped by Utah State University. With multiple soccer fields inside and outside, some turf and some grass, this facility will the largest of it's kind in the United States. A non-profit called "RSL Youth Academy Foundation" plans on creating "regional training centers" throughout Utah, scheduled to open in North Logan, Odgen and West Valley City, to be followed by facilities opening in Orem and St. George down the road.

Click below for the full article and 2 featured videos with details about the complex scheduled to open next year, 2017!

KSL article & video

Early Spring Maintenance Tips

Check for loose or leaky gutters. Improper drainage can lead to water in the basement or crawl space. Make sure downspouts drain away from the foundation and are clear and free of debris.

Low areas in the yard or next to the foundation should be filled with compacted soil. Spring rains can cause yard flooding, which can lead to foundation flooding and damage. Also, when water pools in these low areas in summer, it creates a breeding ground for insects.

Use a screwdriver to probe the wood trim around windows, doors, railings and decks. Make repairs now before the spring rains do more damage to the exposed wood.

From the ground, examine roof shingles to see if any were lost or damaged during winter. If your home has an older roof covering, you may want to start a budget for replacement. The summer sun can really damage roof shingles. Shingles that are cracked, buckled or loose or are missing granules need to be replaced. Flashing around plumbing vents, skylights and chimneys need to be checked and repaired by a qualified roofer.

Examine the exterior of the chimney for signs of damage. Have the flue cleaned and inspected by a certified chimney sweep.

Inspect concrete slabs for signs of cracks or movement. All exterior slabs except pool decks should drain away from the home's foundation. Fill cracks with a concrete crack filler or silicone caulk. When weather permits, power-wash and then seal the concrete.

Remove firewood stored near the home. Firewood should be stored at least 18 inches off the ground at least 2 feet from the structure.

Check outside hose faucets for freeze damage. Turn the water on and place your thumb or finger over the opening. If you can stop the flow of water, it is likely the pipe inside the home is damaged and will need to be replaced. While you're at it, check the garden hose for dry rot.

Have a qualified heating and cooling contractor clean and service the outside unit of the air conditioning system. Clean coils operate more efficiently, and an annual service call will keep the system working at peak performance levels. Change interior filters on a regular basis.

Check your gas- and battery-powered lawn equipment to make sure it is ready for summer use. Clean equipment and sharp cutting blades will make yardwork easier.

Charming, stylish townhome on the market for under $200,000

NEW LISTING!

MLS 1364059

Charming townhome

Stylish

Hardwood floors throughout main level

Huge bedrooms

Storage rooms and huge laundry room

Quiet nook of this community

Backs up to playground, pond and basketball courts

Priced at $188,900

Will go FAST!

Murray

Close to I-15 and I-215

Shopping/retail, hospitals, restaurants & Fashion Place mall

Call me for details!

801-696-6900

Fabulous new home listed!

 Herriman's Rosecrest Charmer

Built in 2012

New carpet

Gorgeous laminate wood floors

Newer neighborhood

Main floor living, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths

Finish spacious basement as you like!

See more on my webpage: www.robynsrealty.com

under "Featured properties"

Contact me to set up a showing or for more details!

801-696-6900

One of my favorite "how to" articles for a new, or seasoned, homeowner. I have had friends teach me some of these tips, but the internet has been such a great way to learn how to fix anything! This link leads to the article on Better Homes and Gardens page on how to take care of "easy fixes" like,

Clean grout

Tighten a countertop

Fix broken tile

Fix torn vinyl flooring

Fix a scratch on wood cabinets

How to paint a room

Updating worn out or dried caulk

Tightening plumbing of a dripping faucet

Click below for some basic instructions. GOOD LUCK!

Easy Home Repairs That You Can do

Tax breaks for home owners

You often hear about the tax advantages of home ownership vs. renting. Here is a great article that explains why and how to take advantage of it. The following video will illustrate how owning a home is helping people save money.

http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/tax-deductions/homeowner-tax-benefits/?cid=eo_em_mkt_newsletter

Client Testimonials: Working Hard for my Clients

I feel grateful and happy to have helped so many awesome people buy and sell their homes and move forward towards new home-ownership goals. Assisting someone make the biggest investment, financially and emotionally, has many rewards--which make my job very fulfilling. My team has very detailed processes, so that nothing slips through the cracks; my amazing assistant works closely with me and our clients to ensure your experience is nothing but positive, comfortable and smooth. And we love to send out gift cards or theater tickets during the under contract period so that you can go celebrate the excitement of getting in to your new home :)

Closed on their new home today! 4/29/15

Here are some of what past clients, now friends, have shared on various websites, that I'd like to share, for anyone who wants to know how their experience with me will go:

• • Jason & Nan D. reviewed Robyn Buckwalter
   
  • 03/26/2015
   
  • Helped me buy a home

  She is a pleasure to work with. Enthusiastic, positive, easy to talk to and she makes you feel very comfortable. She did her homework and did her best to try and understand and find the things we were looking for in a home. I highly recommend her.

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  • Silma & Nick B. reviewed Robyn Buckwalter
   
  • 03/19/2015
   
  • Helped me sell a home

  Super positive!!! Robyn didn't let us give up. I'm very grateful for all her work and would work with her again. Thanks to her we sold and found a new home.

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  • Darla R. reviewed Robyn Buckwalter
   
  • 01/22/2015
   
  • Helped me buy a home

  Robyn was wonderful to work with !! We looked at many homes in different neighborhoods. She was not only patience, BUT helped me take notes on my likes, dislikes, and needs. She remembered every home to the last detail and made notes of my comments as we went through. I absolutely loved working with her. I highly recommend her to anyone wanting a delightful, smart, and fun realtor to work with. Thank you Robyn for helping me find just the right home, in the perfect neighborhood. I consider her a trusted friend :)

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  • D. and J. Bainbridge reviewed Robyn Buckwalter
   
  • 01/15/2015
   
  • Helped me buy a home

  Robyn helped us look for just the right house. She met with us several times and was very patient. As soon as we found the right one we quickly listed our current home with her and we had an offer in 6 days. Everything went smoothly with both transactions. I highly recommend Robyn. We would choose her again.

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  • S.K. Colton reviewed Robyn Buckwalter
   
  • 01/12/2015
   
  • Helped me buy a home

  I have worked with a few different real estate agents and Robyn is by FAR the best agent to have at your side. Many agents care only about the big sale and moving you quickly through the process and Robyn actually cares about you, what you want and what will work best for your family. She is a honest and intelligent agent that knows the area, has great contacts and will definitely meet your needs.

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  • Lucy & Mark K. reviewed Robyn Buckwalter
   
  • 01/10/2015
   
  • Helped me buy a home

  We found Robyn to be a delightful blend of professionalism and personality and highly recommend her as someone who will be there as your personal guide to a great real estate transaction. She was very helpful in getting right condo for us in the South Jordan area. Robyn is very thorough with her work, very responsive, cares more about what you want rather than getting you to just buy, she is very patient - knows her real estate market.

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  • Lakshmi S, Simhadri reviewed Robyn Buckwalter
   
  • 01/08/2015
   
  • Helped me buy a home

  Robyn is an excellent agent to work with, she will gauge your interests and will spend as much time possible to find you a right home. She is eager, enthusiastic and never backs down even if something doesn't work out.
  

  

  We love throwing as many client appreciate parties as possible throughout the year. We'd love to see your at our next Pulled Pork BBQ & Waterslide party or our next Bowling Night. How about the Stars Wars (Dec 2015) movie night?!