February 2010
Strategies for Selling in this Market – Part 2
February 28, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Buyers are pretty savvy these days thanks to the internet and know value and examine comps. It is in nobody’s best interest to over price a home in this market because in the end when the prospective buyer goes to obtain financing they may not be able to get a mortgage. The home simply won’t [...]
Strategies for Selling in this Market – Part 1
February 27, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
We all know that there is a lot of inventory on the market now (especially in Fairfield County, CT) and not nearly as many buyers out there as there had been in previous years (a lot of credit has been compromised and jobs lost just to name a few contributing factors).
If you want to sell [...]
Interview with a Home Inspector
February 26, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
When I started blogging for real estate I thought what better perspective to get than one from a home inspector, after all they are going to advise the buyers of any and all potential problems, a very critical piece in the home buying process. I reached out to Carl Satina, President of Mr. Inspections who [...]
Working for a Large Real Estate Company
February 22, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
There is certainly an advantage in working for a company that has earned the award “2009 Gold – Best Real Estate Company” by the Commercial Record Reader Poll. William Raveis Real Estate has a tremendous website which can help market homes to their fullest, in 2009 the raveis.com website had almost 10M visitors. The firm [...]
Print Advertising vs. Internet Advertising– A Big Debate for Some
February 15, 2010 by Melodye · 2 Comments
For years the best source of advertising had been print. Well, that no longer stands true (I’m sure the trees are thankful for this). Over 80% of buyers begin their search on the internet.
Living in the electronic age it is mandatory to advertise your properties (if you want them to sell) on the internet vs. [...]
Hurry up and Take Advantage of Those First Time Homebuyers Tax Credits Before they are GONE!
February 12, 2010 by Melodye · 2 Comments
To summarize here is the most recent Homebuyer Tax Credit Offering Approved by Congress:
First time buyers can receive up to $8,000 (up to $4,000 married filing separate)
Eligibility – You may not have had an interest in a principal residence for 3 years prior to your purchase
If you currently own a home and are buying up [...]
Stamford CT Market Update for the Period Ending 12/31/09 – Single Family and Condominium Sales
February 12, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
If you were to examine data from the past three years of sales for each category you will notice that the number of single family homes sold in 2007 was 654 as compared to 488 in 2009, this reflects a decrease of about 25%. The average sale price in 2007 was $840,000 vs. $664,000 by [...]
About Norwalk
February 12, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Norwalk, CT
The highly diverse city of Norwalk is an exciting blend of residential neighborhoods, commercial and retail enterprises and electrifying cultural and artistic activities. As a Long Island Sound coastal town, Norwalk appeal to those wishing a desirable place to live, work and play. More on Norwalk, CT…
About Darien
February 12, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Darien, CT Originally part of Stamford, the area known today as Darien became Middlesex Parish in 1737. Darien was incorporated as a town in 1820. The town is an attractive blend of seaside living and suburbia. Leisure and sporting activities abound in this town of roughly 20,000. More on Darien, CT…
About Fairfield
February 12, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Fairfield, CT
The Town of Fairfield was settled in 1639. Fairfield is an ideal community for elegant living and convenient travel to nearby metropolitan areas such as Westchester County, New York City, Stamford and Hartford. With its many distinctive neighborhoods, beaches, downtown, and numerous leisure and cultural activities is no wonder over 58,000 people call Fairfield [...]
