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Short-term rentals have become increasingly popular in recent years as more and more people look for alternative accommodation options when traveling. This is especially true in popular tourist destinations like St. George, Utah. Here's what you should know about some...
Divorce can feel like unfamiliar territory. When you got married and had children, you did not imagine needing to decide how you would share custody if you and your spouse agreed to part ways. Now that it is time to consider what happens with your children after a...
When a city like St. George starts to attract attention, it can be challenging to manage demand and growth. For many cities, increased demand quickly leads to regret for allowing building projects to overshadow responsible land use. A previous blog outlined some of...
When you get married, it can be the beginning of an exciting new chapter. When your new spouse has children, it can add to the excitement. While adopting stepchildren may not be part of the plan for every situation, many new step-parents are excited to make their new...
Looking to buy an investment property in Utah and hoping to make money off of short-term rentals? This is often a great idea, as the mountain views, skiing and national parks are known to attract tourists through every season. Before diving into this market, for those...
The City of St. George has several plans in the works for growth and development. The city continues to grow as more choose to make St. George their home. There are precise needs and pain points, meaning it is time to invest more in the city's infrastructure to...
Every few years, there is a new trend or fad in construction. Often, cities will have a collection of new buildings that are clearly built during the same period that have the same characteristics. Rather than specific colors or trendy materials, commercial...
As tourism increases in the St. George area, you may consider various ways to profit from an expanding market. While investments like cafes and shops can be tempting options, tourists on a budget may look for a way to visit southern Utah without a lot of extra...
No matter how long you have been in the business, the start of new construction is exciting for you and your client. Your client is adding something new to their life, and you get to help them achieve their goals. When it comes time to write a contract for a...
Entrepreneurs know the value of planning. It helps them keep schedules, make deadlines, stay within budgets and much more. St. George’s city leaders also understand planning’s worth, as they’ve shown by launching “two significant planning projects,” the city says on...