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buying second home in vermont: Reasons To Buy Rather Than Rent South Central Vermont Home - 12/09/09 04:47 AM
Many South Central Vermont renters are finding that they get more ‘bang for their' buck if they buy a home rather than rent one. With affordable prices, low interest rates and tax incentives, South Central Vermont home ownership makes more sense than ever. 7 Reasons to Buy Rather Than Rent South Central Vermont Home 1. Buying doesn't always cost more.The Associated Press reports the gap between buying and renting has decreased $550 in the last three years. 2. Affordability is at an all-time high.Nationwide, prices have declined by nearly 20-40%. 3. Tax benefits for home ownership saves money.The biggest tax break is the mortgage
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buying second home in vermont: Are Lower South Central Vermont Real Estate Prices Worth The Wait? - 08/15/09 04:54 PM
Buyer's often find themselves watching a property for a price reduction. Although getting the best deal possible when purchasing South Central Vermont real estate is important, it is not the only factor that determines monthly payments on a home. Rising interest rates nearly diminish the positive aspects of waiting for prices to drop. Most people are familiar with the basic trends in real estate that have been affected by the United States economic crisis. The listing prices of homes have been steadily declining over the past couple years. This has put people looking to purchase South Central Vermont real estate at an advantage over those
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buying second home in vermont: Avoiding Buyer’s Remorse When Purchasing South Central VT Real Estate - 08/11/09 12:53 PM
According to Realestate.com, buyer's remorse is one of the top ten mistakes made when purchasing a home. Finding the perfect home and making the decision to buy a home are not easy tasks. First, you spend hours on the computer researching South Central VT real estate and neighborhoods, perfecting your search criteria on MLS websites, and viewing many virtual tours. Then, you begin making appointments to go take a look at the ones you think stand a good chance at being the future home of your family. As you walk through the house you envision the happy life you and your family would live
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buying second home in vermont: Has Vermont Real Estate Hit Bottom? - 07/12/09 05:45 AM
Many Vermont real estate buyers want to wait until the market reaches bottom to buy, insuring they are getting the best possible price. This is a natural thing to do...but how do you know when the market has reached bottom? Usually it is by looking back and saying "Oh, I wish I had Bought back then!" We may be reaching the bottom of the current real estate market and beginning to see the return of appreciation. Do Not Miss your opportunity. Here is an "Interesting" excerpt from CNBC. I suggest you take it as a "For What It's Worth". There are certainly some good
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buying second home in vermont: When Buying A Ludlow VT Home Makes Sense - 10/11/08 03:36 AM
When Buying A Ludlow VT Home Makes Sense The housing market has never been better for many potential Ludlow VT home buyers. In fact, more often than not, it is less expensive to own your own home rather than rent. The National Low Income Housing Coalition reports that in 57 out of the 100 most populated metro areas, renting a three-bedroom home is more expensive than monthly costs on a six percent mortgage for a typical low-priced house in the same area. With all the news these days concerning the economic crunch and these tumultuous economic times, you might
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buying second home in vermont: New Listing: The Ultimate Cabin in the Woods! - 07/25/08 05:43 AM
Cute and Cozy single family on approx. 14 acres, with 1 bedroom, plus a finished upstairs that can be used for more sleeping room, game or family room. Updated bath, eat in kitchen, wood stove and very large wrap around deck with cedar hot tub,heated by woodburning unit. Located across from the Black River surrounded by trees and a stream, only 9 miles from Okemo Mountain on the Shuttle Bus Route. Own your own piece of Vermont with plenty of room for expansion! Offered for: $199,900.00
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buying second home in vermont: The Truth about Second Home Buyers in Today's Real Estate Market. - 03/01/08 02:15 PM
This article is presented with permission and written by Denise Lones, M.I.R.M., CSP Journalists are still riding the bandwagon of fear, reporting that second home purchases are going to be no more. Just last week, I heard a pundit advising people to keep their money in their primary residence because of the "impending recession".This is ridiculous. Nothing could be further from the truth. Contrary to popular belief, investing in a second home is-and will continue to be-a smart buying decision for many homeowners.We live in the wealthiest country in the world. Second home buyers are not going anywhere. While the media
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buying second home in vermont: Sharing The Cost Of Your Dream Vacation Home in Ludlow VT - 08/10/07 06:29 PM
Have you dreamed about purchasing a vacation home near Okemo Mountain Resort? Pictured yourself and your family enjoying the mild summers spent exploring the beautiful outdoors, or the winters spent around the fireplace after a long day on the slopes? Perhaps you've pushed these visions back because you assumed you would never be able to fulfill this dream - the burden of a second mortgage for a vacation home may just seem like too much to take on.But what if you could share the cost of your dream home with friends? You'd still get to enjoy the resort at peak times
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buying second home in vermont: Five Tips to Buyng A Second Home - 06/11/07 05:53 AM
Many new home buyers in Vermont are second home buyers, buying a vacation home. Vermont seasons have something for everyone...terrific skiing in the winter, perfect maple syrup making weather in the spring, warm days and cooler mountain evenings in the summer, and gorgeous foliage in the fall.Purchasing a Vermont vacation home is an exciting venture, but there are some things to think about that are different than when you purchased your primary residence.1. What is the travel time between your primary home and the second home location? Is it a doable drive or travel distance, or will it become a deterrent
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Irene Gaffigan, Broker, ABR, CRS, e-PRO
Ludlow,
VT
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