Category: Wallsburg

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Homes with a View

One of the top criteria I consistently hear from buyers of real estate is that they want property that has a great view of the mountains or of the river or of the valley, etc.  Views can make a huge difference in the value of a property.  Take the same home in one area and put it on a mountain with a view or on the beach with a view and you will be able to increase the price possible by some 30-60%.
I love spring not just because of the new growth that is beginning and how green everything becomes, but also because of the cool view right next to my home of the deer that come into the field to graze.

Deer in Field - Wallsburg, UT
There is also not many views better than a beautiful sunset such as this one from my front porch.
Sunset - Wallsburg

                             

With both of those, I think the greatest view is watching my children, nephews and nieces playing and enjoying the great outdoors and beautiful surroundings that add to their view.
Water Games
What do you see out your window?
Enjoy the view!!!
Brian Olsen, WWR

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Round Valley & Wallsburg

May I tell you again how much I love living in Wallsburg, Utah.  I took my 12 year old son to the town meeting on the first Thursday of this month as part of a requirement for the Boy Scouts Citizenship in the Community merit badge.  It was a great meeting and was good for him to see five people that were able to discuss town issues and come to agreement on the path to follow.

Last Thursday I attended our precinct caucus meeting, which in my opinion is the grass roots way of electing representatives that our forefathers who founded this nation envisioned.  It is where those that want to be involved in the community can represent other like minded people.  Unfortunately many in our state want to switch the power of elections to those with money and the finances to advertise and campaign via the media, without the necessity of actually getting out and pounding the pavement to meet people and discuss ideas.  This change is promoted as necessary to increase people’s involvement, which it will not do and you need only look at states that switched from the caucus system to direct primaries and see how involved the populous is.  A better question would be how many more people really do any due diligence and research the people that are running for election versus look at an add or see a flyer and it persuades them to vote for a certain person without any vetting of that candidate.

I’m grateful my son is learning somewhat about politics at an early age and I realize it is dependent upon my wife and I to teach him so that he is able to educate himself and not be swayed with every wind that blows.  No better place to start learning than here in the easy going town of Wallsburg.

Make your vote really count!
Brian Olsen, WWR

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Round Valley & Wallsburg

May I tell you again how much I love living in Wallsburg, Utah.  I took my 12 year old son to the town meeting on the first Thursday of this month as part of a requirement for the Boy Scouts Citizenship in the Community merit badge.  It was a great meeting and was good for him to see five people that were able to discuss town issues and come to agreement on the path to follow.

Last Thursday I attended our precinct caucus meeting, which in my opinion is the grass roots way of electing representatives that our forefathers who founded this nation envisioned.  It is where those that want to be involved in the community can represent other like minded people.  Unfortunately many in our state want to switch the power of elections to those with money and the finances to advertise and campaign via the media, without the necessity of actually getting out and pounding the pavement to meet people and discuss ideas.  This change is promoted as necessary to increase people’s involvement, which it will not do and you need only look at states that switched from the caucus system to direct primaries and see how involved the populous is.  A better question would be how many more people really do any due diligence and research the people that are running for election versus look at an add or see a flyer and it persuades them to vote for a certain person without any vetting of that candidate.

I’m grateful my son is learning somewhat about politics at an early age and I realize it is dependent upon my wife and I to teach him so that he is able to educate himself and not be swayed with every wind that blows.  No better place to start learning than here in the easy going town of Wallsburg.

Make your vote really count!
Brian Olsen, WWR

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Wallsburg ~ Flooding

An often discussed item during the due diligence period of purchasing real estate is if the property is in a FEMA designated flood plain.  If the property is in a flood plain it may be worth  hundreds of dollars per year in flood insurance costs to have the property surveyed and obtain an accurate elevation of the property so that you will receive a more specific insurance quote.
I guess one thing about flood insurance as I understand it is that the rates offered are the same no matter which carrier you use.

Now let me explain the pictures below which were taken this past week mostly around my home and nearby.  It will be 17 years this year that I have lived in Wallsburg and I have never seen this much water running down the road and through my property.  The ditch in front of our home has never seen water running in it that I know of.  With warm temperatures and a lot of rain this is what we get.  And may I add we are grateful for the moisture.  We need it and have been praying for it.

A few homes in Wallsburg got some water running in them, however a lot of helping hands and shovels and the water was diverted from the homes.  It made for an exciting Sunday and Thursday.

Flooding in Wallsburg along Road

Flooding in Wallsburg through trees

Flooding along road in Wallsburg

Flooding Yard- Wallsburg Utah

Ditch of water -Wallsburg Utah

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Wallsburg ~ Flooding

An often discussed item during the due diligence period of purchasing real estate is if the property is in a FEMA designated flood plain.  If the property is in a flood plain it may be worth  hundreds of dollars per year in flood insurance costs to have the property surveyed and obtain an accurate elevation of the property so that you will receive a more specific insurance quote.
I guess one thing about flood insurance as I understand it is that the rates offered are the same no matter which carrier you use.

Now let me explain the pictures below which were taken this past week mostly around my home and nearby.  It will be 17 years this year that I have lived in Wallsburg and I have never seen this much water running down the road and through my property.  The ditch in front of our home has never seen water running in it that I know of.  With warm temperatures and a lot of rain this is what we get.  And may I add we are grateful for the moisture.  We need it and have been praying for it.

A few homes in Wallsburg got some water running in them, however a lot of helping hands and shovels and the water was diverted from the homes.  It made for an exciting Sunday and Thursday.

Flooding in Wallsburg along Road

Flooding in Wallsburg through trees

Flooding along road in Wallsburg

Flooding Yard- Wallsburg Utah

Ditch of water -Wallsburg Utah

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Freddie Mac’s housing market outlook

Last week was great for the Utah ski industry.  Major snow storms hit the entire state.  To see the ski resort totals go to Snow Report  

We received a good amount in Wallsburg and enjoy how beautiful everything looks with fresh snow.  Between playing in the snow and having cups of coconut or peppermint hot chocolate, we are definitely in the Christmas spirit at our home. 

Snow Report and Housing Outlook December 2013

As you shop for that perfect gift for loved ones and friends, you will surely be asking yourself, “How is the current housing market and I wonder where it is heading going into 2014?”

Ok, so maybe I think too much about real estate, however just in case you were wondering….

According to Freddie Mac’s U.S. Economic and Housing Market Outlook it is estimated that 30-year-fixed loans will stay around 4.3 percent until the beginning of 2014, “gradually moving up throughout the year and ending at close to 5 percent.”

Existing home inventories are still historically low. This leaves home buyers with fewer homes to choose from.  They also predict that housing in most of the country will remain affordable.

So what does this mean for you? Since most inventories remain low now is a great time to sell your property. Because of continued low interest rates, it is a great time to purchase a home or investment property.

If you have a question about the real estate market or if you are looking to make a move ether buying or selling property I’d love to help you have a successful transaction.

Brian Olsen, WWR

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Freddie Mac’s housing market outlook

Last week was great for the Utah ski industry.  Major snow storms hit the entire state.  To see the ski resort totals go to Snow Report  

We received a good amount in Wallsburg and enjoy how beautiful everything looks with fresh snow.  Between playing in the snow and having cups of coconut or peppermint hot chocolate, we are definitely in the Christmas spirit at our home. 

Snow Report and Housing Outlook December 2013

As you shop for that perfect gift for loved ones and friends, you will surely be asking yourself, “How is the current housing market and I wonder where it is heading going into 2014?”

Ok, so maybe I think too much about real estate, however just in case you were wondering….

According to Freddie Mac’s U.S. Economic and Housing Market Outlook it is estimated that 30-year-fixed loans will stay around 4.3 percent until the beginning of 2014, “gradually moving up throughout the year and ending at close to 5 percent.”

Existing home inventories are still historically low. This leaves home buyers with fewer homes to choose from.  They also predict that housing in most of the country will remain affordable.

So what does this mean for you? Since most inventories remain low now is a great time to sell your property. Because of continued low interest rates, it is a great time to purchase a home or investment property.

If you have a question about the real estate market or if you are looking to make a move ether buying or selling property I’d love to help you have a successful transaction.

Brian Olsen, WWR

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Wallsburg Forgets to Hold Election

If you looked at my video when I started my blog I said how much I love living in Wallsburg.  Here is an example of why I love living here “A tiny Utah town had to skip an election earlier this month because part-time officials forgot to advertise or prepare for it”.  Search this url for the rest of the story:   http://tinyurl.com/deseretnews-wallsburg-election

Wallsburg, Utah Forgets to Hold Election



When you arrive in our little valley, time is much less important than events and the people living here know how to prioritize events like family, horse riding, bike riding, walks, camping, reading, neighbors, etc. 

The world is always going at a break neck speed and working from my home as much as I do, I must admit that I tend to get into that same mindset and twist my insides to try and keep up with everything that I think I need to be doing. 

Probably the most powerful feeling that slows me down and helps me look at the important things in life is going outside on a moonless night with any one of my children and being able to look into a cloudless night sky and without any light pollution see the majesty of God’s universe.  And while we look at the milky way, talk about our real purpose for this life.

Have a great day!

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Wallsburg Forgets to Hold Election

If you looked at my video when I started my blog I said how much I love living in Wallsburg.  Here is an example of why I love living here “A tiny Utah town had to skip an election earlier this month because part-time officials forgot to advertise or prepare for it”.  Search this url for the rest of the story:   http://tinyurl.com/deseretnews-wallsburg-election

Wallsburg, Utah Forgets to Hold Election



When you arrive in our little valley, time is much less important than events and the people living here know how to prioritize events like family, horse riding, bike riding, walks, camping, reading, neighbors, etc. 

The world is always going at a break neck speed and working from my home as much as I do, I must admit that I tend to get into that same mindset and twist my insides to try and keep up with everything that I think I need to be doing. 

Probably the most powerful feeling that slows me down and helps me look at the important things in life is going outside on a moonless night with any one of my children and being able to look into a cloudless night sky and without any light pollution see the majesty of God’s universe.  And while we look at the milky way, talk about our real purpose for this life.

Have a great day!

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