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okemo mountain real estate: Celebrating Christmas In South Central Vermont - 12/22/09 03:54 AM
"The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other." ~ Burton Hillis
Christmas is one of the most widely celebrated festivals globally and is no longer viewed as a purely religious holy day. It is now a time enjoyed by people of many countries and faiths, and there are numerous universally recognized icons which we associate with the yuletide. In fact, these symbols have become so commonly associated with the celebration of Christmas that when we see Santa riding on a reindeer, a mantle hung with stockings, coniferous green trees … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: On the Okemo Shuttle Bus Route! - 09/09/09 06:22 AM
Total Value Here - Ground Floor - 1 Bedroom condo on the Okemo Shuttle Bus Route. Minutes from Okemo - Gas Fireplace, washer/dryer in unit, A/C and heat. Granite counters, tiled and wood floors, Whirlpool bath. Indoor Pool, Hot Tub and Exercise Room. Priced below town assesment at $99,900.00.
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okemo mountain real estate: Selling Your Rutland VT and Okemo Mountain VT Home Yourself - 07/12/09 05:58 AM
Selling your Rutland VT and Okemo Mountain VT home yourself might sound like a good idea at first, but many FSBO (for sale by owner) sellers quickly realize they've gotten in over their heads or may have sold their home for much less than they would have had they worked with a Realtor®.
The 2008 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers found that two-thirds of "For Sale By Owner" (FSBO) sellers found some aspect of the home sale to be difficult.
Twelve percent of sellers who knew the buyer thought that getting the price right was the hardest task. Among FSBO sellers … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Reasons To Take First Offer Seriously - 06/27/09 03:37 AM
Many Rutland and Okemo Mountain VT home sellers look at the first offer on their home as just that, the First Offer with many more to come. You know what they say, ‘A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.' And in the current Buyers Market, offers are few and far between. Rutland and Okemo Mountain VT home sellers will want to consider the first offer very seriously. Here are reasons why:
An early offer (if you're lucky!) doesn't necessarily mean buyers are lining up to follow suit. It could just mean that your home meets the needs or preferences of … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Frame the View in Belmont/Mount Holly Vermnt - 06/12/09 06:30 PM
Maple Hill is one of Vermont's most beautiful venues. Although only 7 minutes from Jackson gore, this property offers serenity, privacy and splendor. The 4-bedroom, 4-bath Georgian Ranch fits right into the 18.63 acres which include a pond, a pool, exceptional landscaping and majestic mountain views. A great room features a Rumford fireplace abd the kitchen has granite countertops and commercial-grade appliances. The master suite includes the bedroom, a sitting room, a fireplace and a whirlpool. With a full, walk-out lower level, this home's 5,200 s.f. will comfortably and elegantly accommodate your family and friends. More land is available - making … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Things To Consider When Investing In Okemo Mountain or Killington Real Estate To Rent - 05/31/09 07:18 PM
If you are thinking of buying Okemo Mountain or Killington real estate and making it a rental property, there are a number of things to consider when choosing the property:
1. Location
If you will be renting to a year ‘round tenant, look for a property convenient to major employers, schools, shopping facilities, transportation. If the property will be a vacation property, you will want to be near major tourist attractions such as the Okemo Mountain Ski Resort or Killington.
2. Price
If you hope the rental income will be more than the cost of the monthly mortgage, insurance and taxes on the … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: How To Make the Move To Your Ludlow & Rutland VT Home Hassle Free - 05/22/09 05:54 AM
It doesn't matter if you are moving across town or across the country, moving is stressful! But a little planning can go a long way to making the move to your new Ludlow VT home less stressful. Below are 10 time-saving tips for a hassle-free move.
1. Make a list.
Create a week-by-week checklist of everything that needs doing. Start 60 days prior to your move and include the most trivial items. Staying on schedule will eliminate a lot of headaches, especially the closer you get to moving day.
2. Hire a quality moving company.
If the quote you get from a moving … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Just Listed! 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath - 21.46 acres, plus a Covered Bridge! - 05/19/09 03:58 AM
This 4 bedroom, 3 bath, mint condition house comes on 21.46 acres with it's own Covered Bridge, Pond and approx 1500' of frontage along Mill River. There is a barn, sugar house, shed. The barn is 40x90 with electric throughout. Aside from a fireplace and woodstove, you will also find a Great Room and Family Room - Plenty of room for the family and all the friends. Close to Jackson Gore and Okemo, across from the Green Mountain National Forrest and minutes from the VAST Trail. For Pictures please go to http://isellvermontrealestate.com, if you want a tour of the land, e-mail: … (4 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Energy Saving Tips For Rutland and South Central VT Home Owners - 05/16/09 06:20 AM
I found a great website, Energy Savers, with energy saving tips for Rutland and South Central VT home owners. This site provides homeowners with tips for saving energy and money at home and on the road.
By following just a few of the simple tips found on this Energy Savers Web site, you can make your home more comfortable and easier to heat and cool-while you save money. The site also helps you beat the high cost of fuel, with driving and car maintenance tips to save you money on the road.
Some easy low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy include:
Install … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Just listed in Chester Vermont - MLS#2904562 - 05/01/09 07:05 AM
Space and Sunshine
Chester - Fabulous 3 bedroom, 2 bath, open floor plan contemporary in one of Vermont's favorite towns. Many upgrades within past year including: kitchen, baths, flooring and all new windows and doors. Close to skiing - beat the Sunday traffic home from Okemo! $385,000.00
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okemo mountain real estate: 5 Things To Do Before Selling Your South Central VT Home - 05/01/09 05:27 AM
If you are thinking of selling your Rutland or Okemo VT home this spring or summer, now is the time to start getting ready to sell. Below are 5 things to do before putting the ‘For Sale' sign in the yard:
1. Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to give you a good indication of the trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, and you'll be able to make repairs before open houses begin.
2. Organize and clean. Pare down clutter and pack up your least-used items, such … (5 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Buying Rutland VT Real Estate: Factors Deciding Credit Score - 04/24/09 03:54 AM
If you are buying Rutland VT real estate, you will want to know what your credit score is. Lenders look at your credit history, debt-to-income ratio and your credit score when qualifying you for a home loan. Credit scores range between 200 and 800, with scores above 620 considered desirable for obtaining a mortgage. The following factors affect yourscore:
1. Your payment history. Did you pay your credit card obligations on time? If they were late, then how late? Bankruptcy filing, liens, and collection activity also impact your history.
2. How much you owe. If you owe a great deal of money … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: New Listing in Ludlow Vermont - 04/23/09 06:52 AM
Wonderful renovated Office building on Main Street Ludlow. Was Doctors office, now just waiting for your ideas. First floor has reception area, plus 4 offices, upstairs 1 cute and comfy office. This property was updated 7 years ago and has many uses - plenty of off street parking - walk outside and see Okemo Mountain. This was once a single family home and is zoned res/comm. Don't miss this opportunity! Just think about it - work and play at Okemo!
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okemo mountain real estate: 450 Ideas To Help Sell Your Rutland And Okemo Mountain VT Home Faster - 04/17/09 07:06 AM
You will want to be as prepared as possible when you place your Rutland VT home on the market. I offer a FREE eBook, 450 Ideas...To Help Sell Your Home Faster, which tackles important issues you need to know to make your Rutland VT home competitive in today's tough real estate market.
Through these 450 Ideas you will learn how to capitalize on your investment, reduce stress, be in control of your situation, and make the most profit possible.
You'll discover how to avoid financial disappointment or worse, a financial disaster when selling your Rutland Vt home. Using a common sense approach, … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Reasons To Buy An Okemo Mountain Home In 2009 - 03/13/09 06:46 PM
One man's loss is another man's gain and right now buyer's have everything to gain. It was only a few short years ago that sellers controlled the market and were calling the shots. In order to buy a home, buyers were paying over the asking price, foregoing home inspections and paying all their own closing costs. Okemo Mountain home buyers were jumping through any and all hoops.
Now the market has shifted. The strong sellers' market is a thing of the past and it is the sellers who are jumping through hoops. Buyers are calling the shots with offers that include home … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: What The $8000 Home Buyer Tax Credit Means To Okemo Mountain Home Buyers - 03/07/09 05:31 PM
The recenlty enacted "American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009" provides an $8000 tax credit for first-time home buyers. But what does this mean to Okemo Mountain home buyers? Here are the highlights and important facts to know about this legislation:
It is a tax credit to home buyers, not a loan as in last year's program. It is only for first time home buyers, defined as someone who has not had an ownership interest in a principle residence in the 3 year period prior to the date of the 2009 purchase. The buyer must remain in the home for a minimum of 3 years. … (3 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate Market Report - 02/19/09 08:02 AM
Ludlow VT Real Estate Market Report
Trulia reports the average listing price for homes on Trulia in Ludlow Vermont, ZIP code 05149, was $646,657, for the week ending Feb 11, which represents a decline of 1.6%, or $10,317, compared to the prior week and a decline of 6.4%, or $44,355, compared to week ending Jan 21.
05149, Ludlow Homes For Sale
There are currently 208 resale and new homes in ZIP code 05149 on Trulia. The average listing price for homes for sale in 05149 was $646,657 for the week ending Feb 11, which represents a decrease of 1.6%, or $10,317, … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Buying Okemo Vacation Home - 02/01/09 04:22 PM
Everyday life can get crazy at times, many people fantasize about running off to their own personal retreat right here at Okemo. But how do you know which Okemo vacation home is best for you?
Choosing a location
Do you want to be in the middle of a all the activity, or enjoy the peace and quiet of a secluded location? Is a condo at the mountain your cup of tea or a farmhouse tucked away in the woods? Whichever environment you prefer, here are some things you should consider:
Popularity. A house in a hot vacation market will usually cost … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Should I Move Up To A Larger Ludlow VT Home? - 02/01/09 04:18 PM
Should I move up to a larger home is a question many Ludlow VT homeowners are asking. The questions below will help you decide whether you're ready for a home that's larger or in a more desirable location.
1. Have you built substantial equity in your current home?
If you have owned your Ludlow VT home for a number of years you might have built up some equity. Look at your annual mortgage statement or call your lender to determine your loan balance. Then give me a call to determine your home's market value. The difference between your loan amount and market value is … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Home Buyers Going Green - 02/01/09 04:14 PM
Ludlow VT Home Buyers Going Green
Today's Ludlow VT home buyers are looking for green features in the homes they buy. The green trend is a means of lowering costs, becoming more environmentally friendly, and adopting a healthier lifestyle.
The average green buyer will shell out an average of$12,400 for green features, according to the National Association of REALTORS. National Association of Home Builders green-building standards program manager Kevin Morrow expects the market share of green-certified homes to rise to 20 percent in 2010 from about 10 percent in 2009 and 2 percent in 2006.
Green features Ludlow VT home buyers are looking … (1 comments)
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Ludlow,
VT
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