okemo mountain real estate: Okemo Mountain Real Estate: How Main Street Protects Against Wall Street - 09/27/08 06:30 AM
You can't turn on a TV, computer or radio these days without hearing about financial crisis America is experiencing and the proposed $700 million dollar government bailout.
It is still unclear how this legislation will affect every day folks like you and me, but there are some things we can do … (3 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Listing Videos - 09/15/08 05:55 AM
I now have 2 videos (not professional) on my website for my listings. Please go to http://isellvermontrealestate.com, click my listings and then click to see the properties.
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okemo mountain real estate: New Listing in Ludlow Vermont - 09/13/08 07:27 AM
ZONED RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL -
Front of Building
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 … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: It's Easy Being Green With Okemo Mountain Real Estate - 09/04/08 03:40 PM
Not so long ago helping the environment meant recycling plastic and newspapers, but today it has evolved into "green" thinking and extends to our Okemo Mountain real estate, homes and living environments.
According to a recent NAR survey, nine out of 10 Realtors® said their clients are interested in energy efficient … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Okemo Mountain Real Estate: Is Renting Your Vacation Home For You? - 08/23/08 04:15 AM
One of the biggest decision Ludlow and Okemo Mountain second-home buyers must decide is whether or not to rent their property when they are not using it. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, one-half of all second-home owners leave their home unoccupied for more than 330 days a year. The question becomes, will … (3 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Okemo Mountain Real Estate: Second-home Sellers Pay For Tax Credits - 08/07/08 01:48 PM
Okemo Mountain Second-home Sellers Pay For Tax Credits
You have probably heard, last week President signed into law the Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. This is the most comprehensive housing bill to be enacted in over a decade. The bill is designed to help more buyers of Okemo Mountain real estate realize their … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate: Wall To Wall Or Buy It All? - 08/01/08 04:59 AM
One of the most fundamental questions when considering purchasing Ludlow VT real estate is whether to purchase a single family home or a condo. Although there are many factors to consider, the answer really lies in the buyer's preference and lifestyle.
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A condo might be a good fit for those … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: 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 … (4 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: New Listing: Come Home to Okemo Mountain Vermont! - 07/25/08 05:25 AM
Move-in condition ranch style home sporting 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal dining room, updated eat-in kitchen, full basement. All the rooms are large and airy. The living room has a corner fireplace for those cold Vermont nights. The kitchen has one of 2 double doors. There is an attached … (4 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate: How to Tell When A Price Is Too Good To Be True - 07/24/08 02:47 PM
If you are currently looking to buy Ludlow VT real estate, you probably have a good idea of the general range you can expect to spend on a home. So you might be surprised when a great-looking home shows up on the MLS with what seems like a shockingly low price … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate: Home Sweet Second Home - 07/17/08 04:51 PM
Summer has turned many people's thoughts to second homes and Ludlow VT vacation homes. Unfortunately, though, encouraging statistics about the Ludlow VT vacation home market have been muffled under some of the negative news about the current economy and housing market.
According to the National Association of Realtors' 2007 Investment and … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Celebrating Independence Day in Ludlow VT - 07/04/08 07:34 AM
Happy 4th of July, Ludlow! Although this weekend is a time for fireworks and enjoying time with friends and family, it is also a time to remember what makes our country so great - our freedom. So as you gather with friends and neighbors on Friday, take a moment to thank … (3 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate: American Dream Alive And Well - 06/27/08 05:23 PM
The so-called "American Dream" has, in the past, been an ideal goal for people which almost always included owning real estate. Due to the recent slowing of the real estate market, however, home ownership is often seen as more of a nightmare than a dream. But it doesn't have to be … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate: Is The Price Right? - 06/20/08 04:02 AM
What do you think is the single most important factor that determines why one property sells more quickly than another?
In the real estate world, we always hear "Location, Location, Location," but according to a recent poll conducted by the National Association of Realtors, almost 2/3 of the respondents said … (2 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Vacation Home Trends - 05/30/08 11:13 AM
Although this article uses a beach vacation rental condo as an example, the tips included are valuable for any Ludlow VT vacation home owner as well. Here are some of the many tips for retaining loyalty among your renters:- Forget neutral! Bring on the "vacation-y" décor, but try not to go … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Cool Website Alert! Find Ludlow VT Gas Prices - 04/24/08 02:11 PM
There's no denying it - the cost of gas is rising through the roof. Some areas are even seeing gas prices as high as $4 a gallon! But not all gas stations are created equal, and gas prices can vary widely even in the same city. Before you fill up, … (6 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: 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 … (9 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Home Buyers – Why Get A Home Inspection - 02/22/08 01:20 PM
Buying your Ludlow VT home is one of the most significant decisions and biggest investments you will ever make. A professional home inspection will enable you to learn a great deal about a home, help give you peace of mind and answer some important questions. Whether you are buying or … (3 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate Update - 12/20/07 05:11 PM
Attention, home sellers! Even in an uncertain real estate market, there may be good news for you - depending on where you live. The National Association of REALTORS® has published the results of its quarterly sales survey and found that the median home price continues to rise in most metropolitan areas. … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: The Lowdown on Ludlow VT Vacation Home Taxes - 11/01/07 02:10 PM
If you are considering purchasing an Okemo Mountain VT vacation home in time for ski season, you may be curious about how you will be taxed on the prospective property.This article from Smart Money magazine explains how you can purchase a vacation home and afford to pay the taxes on it. … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: How Walk-able is Your Ludlow VT Neighborhood? - 08/18/07 06:13 AM
This week I came across a website that is just so neat, I had to share it. http://www.walkscore.com/ allows you to type in any address, and it will rate the "walk-ability" of that property by calculating its distance to things like the nearest grocery store, movie theater, library, school, park, and … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: 10 Ways to Make Your House in Ludlow VT More Saleable - 07/28/07 03:47 AM
1. Get rid of clutter. Throw out or file stacks of newspapers and magazines. Pack away most of your small decorative items. Store out-of-season clothing to make closets seem roomier. Clean out the garage.2. Wash your windows and screens to let more light into the interior.3. Keep everything extra clean. Wash … (6 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: The Simpsons - 07/22/07 05:40 AM
Springfield Vermont (which is only about 20 minutes from my office) hosted the premiere for the "The Simpson's Movie on Saturday July 21.
Vermont is now the state that the Simpson's live in - this is a good thing for our area; not so good for a realtor trying to show houses … (5 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Vermont Homeowners Insurance & The Fire Station - 07/08/07 06:25 AM
So what does the location of my Vermont home have to do with the fire station?Most insurance companies will ask the proximity of your home to the nearest fire station or fire hydrant. The closer together they are the cheaper the insurance.The theory behind this is, if there were to be … (3 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Homes That Save Buyers Money - 06/24/07 03:55 PM
This article by Linda Legner was posted on the Vermont Association of Realtor website and I thought you would find it informative:More buyers are taking the environment into account when searching for a home-they're looking for earth-friendly features that translate into lower energy bills and less pollution.This growing trend gives you … (5 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Happy Fathers Day - 06/17/07 07:33 AM
Father's Day is this Sunday. In honor of all the fathers and father figures, I'd like to share a short three minute movie titled: To A Child Love Is Spelled T-I-M-E. It's one of my all time favorites, and it takes my breath away every time I watch it!So sit back, … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: 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 … (8 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: No, Freedom Isn't Free - 05/27/07 06:34 AM
By CDR Kelly Strong, USCG (Ret).
I watched the flag pass by one day. It fluttered in the breeze. A young Marine saluted it, And then he stood at ease. I looked at him in uniform So young, so tall, so proud, With hair cut square and eyes alert He'd stand out … (8 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Irene Gaffigan Earns Quality Service Certification! - 05/07/07 06:38 AM
For the first time a standard of service and accountability is being offered to consumers in the area of the quality of real estate service delivery. Irene Gaffigan of United Country Farm Town Realty, Proctorsville office, has just completed the requirements to earn Quality Service Certified® professional recognition. Holding the Quality … (0 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Pending Home Sales Index Declines - 04/09/07 04:50 PM
The National Association of Realtors reports the Pending Home Sales Index, which is based on contracts signed in February is at 109.3, down 8.5 percent from February 2006. David Lereah, the chief economist for NAR, attributese this decline to unusually bad weather in February and the problems in the subprime market. … (1 comments)
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okemo mountain real estate: Tax Deduction For Prepaid Interest - 04/01/07 07:23 AM
Tax Day is only a couple of weeks away. Don't forget to claim the deduction for the mortgage interest you paid at closing when you bought your home.All mortgage interest is tax deductible. You should have received a year-end statement from your lender showing how much interest you paid for 2006. … (4 comments)
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