Refinancings Soar as Mortgage Rates Remain Low
September 3, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
RISMEDIA, September 3, 2010—(MCT)—For anyone under the age of 57, mortgage rates are now the lowest they’ve been during your life. This fact isn’t lost on a growing number of homeowners who have started a new wave of refinancings.
The Mortgage Bankers Association reported this month that refinancing applications are up 26% during the past four [...]
Exceeding Expectations, Pending Home Sales Rise 5.2%
September 3, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
RISMEDIA, September 3, 2010—Following a sharp drop in the months immediately after the expiration of the home buyer tax credit, pending home sales have modestly risen, according to the National Association of Realtors.
The Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator, rose 5.2% to 79.4 based on contracts signed in July from a downwardly revised 75.5 [...]
Around the Home: Back-to-School in Green Fashion
August 29, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
RISMEDIA, August 28, 2010—(MCT)—Back-to-school time brings the rush for new lunchboxes, school supplies and clothing. Most of the time, we’re so busy crossing items off our lists we don’t have time to worry about whether the item is eco-friendly or not.
If you are looking to reduce your eco footprint without spending extra money this back-to-school [...]
Repurposing Rooms Makes Home Feel New Again
August 29, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
RISMEDIA, August 28, 2010—(MCT)—While today’s real estate market is keeping many home buyers on the sidelines, there’s no need to feel stuck in your house. You can still move out and up within your own home. The latest lifestyle trend is shuffling the old floor plan—without adding on—to make our living spaces new again. Converting [...]
Housing Remains Highly Affordable for Sixth Consecutive Quarter
August 24, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
RISMEDIA, August 24, 2010—Bolstered by favorable interest rates and low house prices, housing affordability remained near its highest level nationwide for the sixth consecutive month since the series was first compiled nearly two decades ago, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index (HOI).
The HOI indicated that 72.3% of all new [...]
School Performance Can Increase Home Value and Buyer Interest
August 24, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
RISMEDIA, August 24, 2010—While millions of Americans throughout the nation prepare for traditional back to school activities, some families are searching for affordable housing based on local schools or desirable school districts. In some cases, proximity to quality schools is so important buyers may choose to rent close to a preferred school until the right [...]
PRICE REDUCTION – $599,900 Mint Condition Stamford Home in Pepperidge Section of Town
August 10, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Stamford CT home owned by master plumber who did everything top of the line. Some of the features include:
-Re-built in 1990 so everything is NEW!
-Oversized eat-in-kitchen with new tile floor, Corian counters and nice cabinetry
-Mega size family room which can be changed over to 2 additional bedrooms and den, process is relatively easy with town [...]
Stamford Home in the Heart of Springdale only $399,900K
July 27, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Stamford CT – Springdale Section of Town Cape Cod Style Home
Priced at $399,900
Such a cute Stamford CT Cape Cod style residence with awesome curb appeal. This 3 bedroom Springdale home is in turn key condition and maintained like you wouldn’t believe. Some of the attributes include:
-3 Bedrooms and 1 Full Bath
-1,285 Square Feet
-Finished Lower Level [...]
2 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath Stamford Condo Offered at $269,900
June 12, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Primarily a 55+ community however the ratio allows for under 55 years of age to reside there at this time (nobody under 18 though).
Tremendous value for 1,041SF. Ideal corner unit which gives you double the amount of windows in the master bedroom, let the sun shine in! 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths en-suite along [...]
Big Apple Circus Coming to Stamford
May 17, 2010 by Melodye · Leave a Comment
Another great discount from Suzy Said, see the attached link http://suzysaid.com/fairfield/index.php?page=stories&family=coolstops&display=13670
This website offers quite a bit of useful info on happenings around Stamford, Darien, Norwalk and Fairfield CT
