All Forum Posts by: Diane Darling

Hi, so I was looking through some properties in the SLC area and a lot of times the owner claims that it rents out for a lot more than the value that the Bigger Pocket Tools indicates.  I'm also looking at the available rentals and there seems to be a big difference.  It says a property of mine in Sandy can rent out for $2000 a month, but I am seeing duplex, smaller rental properties, and even homes in West Jordan listed for way more.  I am wondering if the rental tool on bigger pocket is accurate and if not what do you guys use to determine rental value when you are buying a rental home investment?

I am looking at the Sandy City code and it says that a short term rental has to be owner occupied and only rented out for 180 days in the year.  What do you all do on the other 180 days or does it not rent out that often?  Also, does the home have to be super updated in order to rent it out as a short term rental in Sandy?