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SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's housing marking is looking for a spring rebound. We'll take a closer look at all of the factors boosting prices. Plus, we'll explain why your credit score may not be as good as what your credit report says it is. Then, see why the national gun debate could make Utah the economic beneficiary of unhappy gun manufacturers.
Segment 1
Utah's economy is in good shape, compared to many areas of the nation. And right now, the housing market has become a key area of strength. Utah's Consumer Attitude Index increased by 10 points in May and is now at the highest level since October 2012, making it 10 points higher than the National Consumer Index. So what's contributing to the improving housing market? Richard Piatt discussed that with business writer for the Deseret News, Jason Lee, and Dave Frederickson, president of the Salt Lake Board of Realtors.
For people looking to buy a home, good credit is a key factor. But some people may be surprised to know that credit scores we, as consumers, purchase from a website are so-called "education credit scores" — separate from the real credit scores that lenders use. Bill Gephardt explains what a Utah legislator is trying to do to force credit bureaus to begin telling us the truth.
Segment 2
There is an aggressive effort to stop the ' Gang of 8' immigration reform bill.
Among the tools anti-reform advocates are using is a new ad campaign running on stations across the country, including KSL. Richard Piatt took a closer look at some of the claims in the ad.
Then, a community in Virginia has drawn national attention for fostering relationships between daughters and their incarcerated fathers.
In March, the Richmond City Jail held the a daddy-daughter dance. It's the first of its kind in a U.S. jail. Officials there believe it is important that father-child relationships are maintained and even improved while the parent is behind bars.
Deseret News reporter Mercedes White attended the dance and discussed what it was like with Richard Piatt.
Segment 3
The national gun debate could make Utah the economic beneficiary of unhappy gun manufacturers.
Just in the last little while gun maker Beretta has responded to legislation in Maryland, where they have more than 300 employees. Doug Wright to weigh in with his own opinion.
