Raveis.com just keeps getting better! - 05/25/09 05:33 AM
Raveis.com now has more features to help buyers find the right property, the right mortgage, the right insurance...and the list goes on.
Check out the mapping feature now.  This enhancement allows the consumer to really narrow down the area and area amenities.  So not only can you preview the homes, you can find out the distance to the local schools, houses of worship, cinemas, shopping, etc. There are also tabs for crime statistics, area demographics, and weather...everything you would want to know about a community before you get there.
When you do find a property that looks interesting, the display to the consumer … (0 comments)

Expansion into NY! - 05/24/09 07:17 AM
Realty 3 in Rye, NY has joined William Raveis Real Estate! Joan Bomann and her 30 sales associates enjoy a great reputation in the Westchester County marketplace for the past 34 years. Welcome to the team!
So now Raveis is in 4 states; #1 in CT, #2 in MA, growing strong in RI and now in NY.  The goal is "Manhattan to Maine".  With the most powerful website in real estate, fantastic marketing, unparalleled education and training and a myriad of tools for our agents the company is poised for significant growth throughout New England.
Look for more signs going up in … (0 comments)

Waterfront in Newport County - 05/24/09 06:24 AM
New Listing!
Click here: http://arthurchapman.raveis.com/propdetail.asp?KEY=2801651&AGENT=5074&PG=agentproplist.asp&AGT=5074&SITE=agt&OFC=24902
 
Relax on your waterfront dock, kayak or boat on the saltwater pond or glide out to the bay from your backyard. Private and serene setting on lush landscaped acreage in a desirable  peninsula location close to Ocean Beaches, Newport, Providence and one hour from Boston. This home is designed to bring waterviews into every room in the house. High ceilings, spacious rooms and natural stone fireplaces. First level entertainment and media room with fireplace accessing sloping waterfront backyard. Second level is surrounded by walk out deck and sliders in every room for spectacular sunrise views. Stainless eat in  kitchen, beautiful hardwoods and open floor plan. Get ready to move in and enjoy summer your … (0 comments)

Open House May 17th 11 to 1 - 05/12/09 03:48 PM
http://arthurchapman.raveis.com/propdetail.asp?AGT=5074&SITE=agt&STATE=RI&FROM=propfind&PG=1&TOTAL=3&sortdir=ASC&KEY=2759699&FSTKEY=2785259&LASTKEY=2413850&LASTPG=1
QUALITY CONSTRUCTION BY OLDPORT HOMES.
THIS LOVELY HOME WITH WRAPAROUND PORCH BOASTS FOUR BEDROOMS, TWO FULL AND ONE HALF BATHS, 2 CAR GARAGE AND LARGE DECK FOR ENTERTAINING. EXPANSIVE MASTER SUITE WITH BATH. LARGE OPEN FAMILY ROOM WITH FIREPLACE, 2ND FAMILY ROOM IN BASEMENT! GORGEOUS LANDSCAPING!
LOVELY AREA WITH EASY COMMUTE TO PROVIDENCE, NEWPORT AND ALL THE AREA BEACHES.  A GREAT HOME IN A GREAT AREA.
 
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First Time Homebuyer - Frequently Asked Questions - 05/12/09 06:40 AM
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER TAX CREDIT FAQ's
Frequently Asked QuestionsIn 2008, Congress enacted a $7500 tax credit designed to be an incentive for first-time homebuyers to purchase a home. The credit was designed as a mechanism to decrease the over-supply of homes for sale.
 
For 2009, Congress has increased the credit to $8000 and made several additional improvements. This revised $8000 tax credit applies to purchases on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009.
Tax Credits - The Basics
1. What's this new homebuyer tax incentive for 2009?
The 2008 $7500, repayable credit is increased to $8000 and the repayment … (0 comments)

Strong Spring Market! - 05/05/09 02:19 PM
Ok, let's not get too excited, but....
Its only been a few days in this month BUT the Pending Index is matching the New Listing Index.  4.75 listings per day and 4.75 contracts per day in Newport County, RI.  Does this mean that supply is matching demand?  NO. 
What it does mean is that the buying activity is strong and I would expect that our median and average sales prices will start to stabilize over the next few months.
We are coming out of a very bad market.  Renewed interest and considerable job creation in the area will pull us out … (0 comments)

Renovated condo in Newport, RI - 05/05/09 06:11 AM
http://www.arthurchapman.raveis.com/propdetail.asp?KEY=2694837&AGENT=5074&PG=agentproplist.asp&AGT=5074&SITE=agt&OFC=24902
Comfortable elegance in this two bedroom and two bath condo in a superior location in Newport, RI.  Large deck for entertaining, cozy fireplace in expansive living room, granite counters and cherry cabinetry in the completely updated kitchen.  Large master bedroom with bath with sliders to the deck!  Off street parking AND a GARAGE SPACE - in Newport!! This must be seen! 
 
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Buyers are back - in full force - 05/03/09 04:46 PM
It really feels like 1998.  At least the current trends of the real estate market feel that way.  Buyers are coming out of the woodwork, looking at property...looking and looking and looking...
Then when they find a property they like, they bid at least 20% under current list price to get the conversation started.  Many sellers have already taken a perceived hit on the value of their properties.  So most of the time conversations never get off the ground.
BUT..in the past 3 weeks we have seen more multiple bid situations where several people are after the same property.  One seller … (2 comments)

 
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