Wonder how much help she expects from all the real estate agents she spammed with this email. 


From:

To:
undisclosed-recipients

Do you know of any small ranches in Guilford?..

We have a buyer who is looking to call Guilford home.. They are looking
for a 1or 2 bedroom Ranch, (1 bathroom OK), under $275K, on a minimum of
.50 acre.

Contact  XXXX XXXXXX at 203-XXX-XXXX Ext.XXX, or  XXXXXXXXX@XXXX.com


Your suggestions are appreciated!

Regards,

________________________
XXXXXXX Associates Real Estate 
Real Commitment. Real Action. Real Estate,

 

Granddaughter - Penny - 36  hours oldDuring the past few days I have made a couple of trips to Yale-New Haven Hospital due to the birth of my first Grandchild.  Whenever I stroll through a hospital I can't help but glance around as my mind ponders all the life and death decisions made on a daily basis.

It has been awhile since I posted a Tee'd Off Tuesday so this morning as I was reading the newspaper a bug crawled up my ass that got me thinking how fed up I am with the Health Insurance Dictatorship that exists in our country.

The gist of the study found that Uninsured Babies with congenital defects are more likely to received specialized care than children covered by health insurance.  No one should have to go without top medical treatment but as a responsible adult that struggles to pay well over $10,000 a year for health coverage I am disgusted with the bureaucratic bullshit that runs this country.

Of course there are no easy solutions to the snowball effect that has created so much chaos in our economy.  From what I have read about the Obama Illusion it is just one more crock of you know what to fleece taxpayers of their money.  700 billion here, 700 billion there, does anyone really care...

 

During the wee hours I ran into the survey results for the Top 10 Motivational Songs for Runners.  These days instead of spending hours blogging about Real Estate I have been devoting much of my time to the enjoyment of music on Blip.FM which is like Twitter with music.Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor on Blip.FM

Have a listen if you like....

     #1 -  Eye of the Tiger

     #2 -  Keep on Running

     #3 -  Sex on Fire 

     #4 -  Don't Stop Me Now

     #5 -  Mr. Brightside

     #6 -  Chariots of Fire

     #7 -  Prowd

     #8 -  Insomnia

     #9 -  Born to Run

    #10 - Poker Face

 

Anyone ready to undertake the adventures of buyer or selling property in New Haven County can contact Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor via email or call my 24 hour access line : 203-672-2455

 

The activity in the market seems to be picking up this year but it has not been reflected in closed sales yet. Buyers are cautiously looking and taking their time before signing on the dotted line.  With the stimulus incentive of up to $8000 for first time home buyers they seem to be the majority of the "lookers" and will need to purchase before December 1st to qualify for the $8000 credit.

 

Asking Price   Sale Price   Address Beds   Baths   Town / State / Zip
.                  
299,000   273,500   48 Aceto Street 3   2.0   Branford, CT  06405
169,000   130,000   71 Elm Street 1   1.0   Branford, CT  06405
469,500   465,000   72 Laurel Hill Road 3   2.1   Branford, CT  06405
450,000   400,000   190 S Montowese St. 5   3.1   Branford, CT  06405
269,900   235,000   4 Woodvale Road 3   1.0   Branford, CT  06405
322,500   295,000   21 Woodvale Road 3   2.0   Branford, CT  06405
.                  
400,000   385,000   52 Briarwood Drive 3   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
474,900   460,000   142 Denison Drive 4   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
975,000   805,000   6 Fair Street 4   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
525,000   510,000   437 Goose Lane 4   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
699,980   690,000   10 Lantern Hill 5   5.0   Guilford, CT  06437
184,500   150,000   279 S Union Street 2   1.0   Guilford, CT  06437
700,000   640,000   262 Stone House Lane 4   4.0   Guilford, CT  06437
545,000   515,000   387 West Street 4   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
298,500   285,000   60 Whispering Woods 2   1.1   Guilford, CT  06437
547,500   530,000   253 Willow Road 4   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
289,900   275,000   251 Woodland Road 3   1.1   Guilford, CT  06437
.                  
929,000   900,000   58 Cherry Lane 4   2.1   Madison, CT  06443
499,000   442,000   50 Copse Road 3   1.1   Madison, CT  06443
1,325,000   880,000   32 Island Avenue 6   4.2   Madison, CT  06443
599,000   575,000   101 Kelsey Springs Dr. 4   2.1   Madison, CT  06443
749,000   625,000   24 Linden Lane 4   2.0   Madison, CT  06443
875,000   875,000   Lot 5 - Matteo Court 4   2.2   Madison, CT  06443
1,850,000   1,450,000   19 Middle Beach Road 5   3.1   Madison, CT  06443
2,750,000   2,600,000   98 Middle Beach Road 4   4.1   Madison, CT  06443
399,000   360,000   93 Ridge Road 5   3.1   Madison, CT  06443
325,000   325,000   106 Sportsman Hill Rd. 4   3.0   Madison, CT  06443
439,000   430,000   33 Summit Lane 3   2.0   Madison, CT  06443
398,000   342,000   89 Winter Hill Road 4   2.1   Madison, CT  06443
299,900   280,000   19 Woodsvale Road 3   1.1   Madison, CT  06443
.                  
234,000   205,000   31 Arthur Road 3   1.0   N Branford, CT  06471
121,900   117,000   245 Branford Road 2   1.0   N Branford, CT  06471
499,900   465,000   84 Gail Court 5   3.1   Northford, CT  06472
245,000   223,000   29 Glen Road 3   2.0   N Branford, CT  06471
419,900   448,892   Lot 3 - Parsonage Hill 4   2.1   Northford, CT  06472
349,900   330,000   40 Woodvale Drive 3   2.0   Northford, CT  06472
.                  
265,000   271,000   1 Horseshoe Hill Road 3   1.1   North Haven, CT  06473
754,900   772,291   3 Kipp Farm Estates 4   2.1   North Haven, CT  06473
279,900   273,640   81 Patten Road 3   2.0   North Haven, CT  06473
207,000   192,500   29 Pine River Road 3   1.0   North Haven, CT  06473
279,900   275,000   5 Red Brick Lane 3   1.1   North Haven, CT  06473
329,900   325,000   6 Sugar Hill Road 3   1.1   North Haven, CT  06473
774,900   720,000   120 Summer Lane 4   3.0   North Haven, CT  06473

 

If you are thinking of selling and curious about the value of your home click the house on the right to request a Free No Obligation Market Analysis of the property.  With today's on-line  databases I can give you a fairly good idea of the market price without even touring the house.

Anyone ready to undertake the adventures of searching for property in New Haven County can contact Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor via email or call my 24 hour access line : 203-672-2455

 

Subscribe to Dan - The Running Man's Blog by Email

 

 

Is that AR's own Beth Forbes?The weather turned out to be great for the Parade this year.  Sights and sounds were similar to past years but I thought I caught a glimpse of AR's own Beth Forbes but she turned away before I could snap a confirmation photo.  My wife came along this year so we just found a little piece of ground and watched for awhile.  Usually I prefer to move around and take in the less noticed sights so instead of dwelling on the marchers I'll revisit the more interesting adventure from a previous year.

Looking Back at the Crowd once I found Breathing Room

Upon my arrival the smell of beer and cigarettes was thick as was the crowd, maybe 10 feet wide with a few watching the parade and others attempting to travel in both directions.  The push was slow. My next half hour was spent flowing north squeezed into a sea of college girls & Gen-X'ers.  Guess with people my age the logical side of the brain usually wins so they avoid the crowd.

About mid-block fists started flying and an opening suddenly emerged, lucky me...eye to eye with the big guy!  His wife or girlfriend had hold of his shirt as he thrashed around trying to break loose, I started pounding his upper arm with an open hand yelling mellow out dude...he turned, grabbed his woman and started screaming in her face. For a few seconds I was paralyzed in thought, grabbing this guy now would surely escalate the situation. Fortunately he settled down as the push and screams from behind me started moving the crowd forward again.  Reflecting back it dawned on my how ill prepared I was for action, I was wearing glasses!  They could have broke...

Funny how times have changed, when I reached the mellow area I notice I was surrounded by what once may have been considered "Outlaw Bikers".  All hanging in harmony - Hells Angels, James Gang, Hole in the Wall, Brothers of The Rock, the general population and Dan The Running Man

       

After the isolated outburst I witnessed upon arriving the afternoon was quite civilized. Never did meet up with my son though, his cell went right into voice mail and I was stepping into the parking garage after the parade when he returned my call. Just as well, gave me a chance to watch as a silent observer and enabled me to get several photos I may have missed.

           

 

If you are thinking of selling and curious about the value of your home click the house on the right to request a Free No Obligation Market Analysis of the property.  With today's on-line  databases I can give you a fairly good idea of the market price without even touring the house.

Anyone ready to undertake the adventures of searching for property in New Haven County can contact Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor via email or call my 24 hour access line : 203-672-2455

 

Subscribe to Dan - The Running Man's Blog by Email

 

 

Yes… After all these years I still recall the advertising done by K-Mart for their Blue Light Specials.  It was a great marketing gimmick for a store that did not survive in Connecticut.

THE GAP on the other hand including their affiliate stores BANANA REPUBLIC and OLD NAVY have done well offering value to consumers.  In an effort the help stimulate your purchasing power the Give & Get event will be offered for the next 4 days giving you 30% off purchases and they will donate 5% of the amount you spend to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

 

Just print the coupon and shop at one of the participating stores between March 12-15, 2009.

 

 

 

Home sales in my primary market along the Connecticut Shoreline have continued to slide.  Winter has been harsh giving us double the average annual snowfall and the media is filling the airwaves with negative reports of gloomy conditions. 

People constantly hear of the skyrocketing foreclosures rate and buyers seem reluctant to purchase homes.  A report today by TransUnion puts the Mortgage Loan Delinquency Rates in perspective.  Nationally the mortgages that are 60 days or more past due stands at 4.58%, a higher number then past years but not huge since over 95% of the people are keeping up with their payments.

If you are considering purchasing a home and plan to be there for a number of years this may be the best opportunity in ages. Prices have come down and rates are still low,  first time home buyers have the added incentive of the Stimulus Plan.

Asking Price   Sale Price   Address Beds   Baths   Town / State / Zip
.                  
375,000   336,000   108 Burban Drive 3   1.0   Branford, CT  06405
319,000   290,000   350 Clark Avenue 3   2.0   Branford, CT  06405
699,900   650,000   10 Gaylea Drive 3   2.0   Branford, CT  06405
442,000   410,000   9 Hunting Ridge Farms 3   2.1   Branford, CT  06405
774,000   717,000   67 Linden Avenue 4   3.1   Branford, CT  06405
239,900   225,000   1 Marion Road 3   2.0   Branford, CT  06405
.                  
739,000   739,000   #2 - Bill Rodgers Drive 5   3.0   Guilford, CT  06437
549,000   519,000   95 Dromara Road 4   3.0   Guilford, CT  06437
154,900   154,900   62 Half Mile Road 2   1.0   Guilford, CT  06437
399,000   390,000   30 Hart Road 3   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
749,900   500,000   982 Leetes Island Road 1   1.1   Guilford, CT  06437
589,900   570,000   67 Mustang Drive 4   3.0   Guilford, CT  06437
399,900   395,000   70 Old Pent Road 3   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
365,000   350,000   54 Shaker Court 4   3.0   Guilford, CT  06437
164,900   150,000   214 Shore Drive 2   1.0   Guilford, CT  06437
369,000   355,500   81 Sylvan Hills Road 3   1.1   Guilford, CT  06437
675,000   575,000   480 Three Corners Road 3   3.0   Guilford, CT  06437
409,900   382,500   57 White Birch Drive 2   2.1   Guilford, CT  06437
499,900   440,000   564 White Birch Drive 4   3.0   Guilford, CT  06437
.                  
349,900   322,500   453 Durham Road 4   2.1   Madison, CT  06443
299,900   250,000   69 Garnet Park Road 2   1.0   Madison, CT  06443
224,000   211,000   18 Madrina Lane 2   1.0   Madison, CT  06443
699,000   600,000   9 Neptune Avenue 2   1.1   Madison, CT  06443
520,000   476,500   11 Nursery Lane 3   2.1   Madison, CT  06443
890,000   890,000   17 Rockledge Drive 5   4.1   Madison, CT  06443
340,000   310,000   44 Winding Road 4   2.0   Madison, CT  06443
.                  
336,000   321,000   24 Meadow Road 3   2.0   N Branford, CT  06471
.                  
286,000   263,000   75 Bayard Avenue 3   1.1   North Haven, CT  06473
259,000   255,000   1040 Hartford Turnpike 2   1.1   North Haven, CT  06473
349,900   310,000   15 Kent Drive 4   3.0   North Haven, CT  06473

If you are thinking of selling and curious about the value of your home click the house on the right to request a Free No Obligation Market Analysis of the property.  With today's on-line  databases I can give you a fairly good idea of the market price without even touring the house.

Anyone ready to undertake the adventures of searching for property in New Haven County can contact Dan Cummings - The Running Realtor via email or call my 24 hour access line : 203-672-2455

 

Subscribe to Dan - The Running Man's Blog by Email

 

 

In the Real Estate Business here in New England March 1st is kind of the unofficial start of our Spring Market but as I backed out of my driveway this morning signs of spring were pretty well hidden.  Winter has been hanging on this year and has dumped double the average annual snowfall on us.

Toad's Place - New HavenAnother sign of spring from a runner's viewpoint is the WPLR ShamRock & Roll 5k.  Since 99.1 has been my station of choice dating back to the mid 70's it makes sense to participate in the event each year. Back in the day I'd typically hit Toad's Place in New Haven after eight on a Saturday night,  now the only time I make an appearance is a little after eight on a Sunday morning in March.

Just over two years ago when I started blogging my results at the WPLR ShamRock & Roll 5k offered a perfect opportunity to share my running buddy's secret to speed improvement.

If you are looking for a fun run mark your calender for March 8th this year. The race starts and 9:00am and Toad's should have the beer flowing shortly thereafter.

 

Recently I took a trip to run the Miami Marathon and the first person I met upon arriving in Miami Beach was Janie Coffey of Papillon Real Estate.  Janie came out for a few hours and introduced us to the unique atmosphere of the Lincoln Road area where we spent quite a bit of time during our stay on South Beach

During our dinner discussion we learned that the Miami area although currently depressed offers a great opportunity for anyone with vision that is considering relocating into the area.  This year the New England Winter seems exceptionally long and the thought of a warmer climate crosses many minds.  If you are thinking of retirement or relocating to Southern Florida in the next few years it might be wise to contact Janie Coffey and accelerate your plan to pick up a home at today's discount prices.  Well established homeowners with a few more years of work might discover it makes sense to buy now with the depressed real estate prices and historically low rates instead of waiting until after they retire. 

In addition to residential home sales in the Miami area Janie Coffey is well known in the Equestrian Community so if you require a unique parcel for your horses Janie is the one to call.

 

 

Whenever I’m running a race and happen by an area playing T.N.T. it brings a smile to my face and sends a shiver down my spine.  Last year at this time I joined the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training ( TNT ) to run my first marathon.  I crossed the finish line on June 1st, 2008 at the Rock-n-Roll Marathon in San Diego and a year later I’m still running with TNT.

The names and faces change each season but the work remains the same.  Our primary goal is to raise money for Blood Cancer Research and during these tough economic times all the TNT participants have to work a little harder to meet the fund raising requirements to remain on the team.

This season I am taking a break from fund raising and instead working as a Mentor.  I feel fortunate because as in the  lyrics of the AC/DC song I have “Women to the left of me and Woman to my right“  Five young ladies to be exact and I’d like the see each one of them reach the fund raising minimum with the least amount of stress so they can concentrate on training.

If you know any of these running woman or are just in the mood to spread a little goodness feel free to give generously.

Jill Alward :  Rock-n-Roll Marathon RunnerJennifer Carbonneau : Fairfield Half Marathoner

 

Jill Alward will be Running the Rock-n-Roll Marathon in San Diego on May 31,  2009. Click Here to read more on her fund raising page.

 

Jennifer Charbonneau is training to run the Fairfield Half Marathon which is a tough course.  Click Here to support her.

 

Meredith Corvo : Running the Fairfield Half MarathonLinda Stuckman : San Diego Half Marathoner

 

Meredith Corvo will also be tackling the tough course in Fairfield on June 28th. To help her raise money Click Here

 

Linda Stuckman is heading out to San Diego to run her first Half Marathon. Click Here to learn more about her fund raising.

 

Jennifer Trasko :  Running the Fairfield Half

 

Jennifer Trasko will be part of TNT at the Fairfield Half Marathon. To help her finish off the fund raising visit her site by Clicking Here.

 

For more information on TNT visit the TEAM IN TRAINING site.

 
 
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Guilford, CT

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