ludlow vermont real estate: How To Make the Move To Your Ludlow & Rutland VT Home Hassle Free
- 05/21/09 10:54 PM
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)
ludlow vermont real estate: Energy Saving Tips For Rutland and South Central VT Home Owners
- 05/15/09 11:20 PM
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)
ludlow vermont real estate: Rutland VT Home Sellers - Should I Take First Offer?
- 04/12/09 10:59 PM
Many Rutland 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 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 that one particular buyer who … (6 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: What The $8000 Home Buyer Tax Credit Means To Okemo Mountain Home Buyers
- 03/07/09 09:31 AM
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)
ludlow vermont real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate Market Report
- 02/19/09 12:02 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)
ludlow vermont real estate: Is My Okemo Mountain Second Home Tax Deductible
- 02/07/09 07:20 AM
Is My Okemo Mountain Second Home Tax Deductible? This is the season when Okemo Mountain second homeowners are wondering just what second home expenses can be deducted on their federal income taxes. The best way to share this information with you is to share with you an article from Kiplinger.com. This should answer all Okemo second homeowner questions: Tax Rules for Okemo Mountain Second Homes Learn how mortgage interest, property taxes, rental property and tax-free profit affects your tax return. December 2008
Mortgage interest. If you use the place as a second home -- rather than renting it out as … (0 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Buying Okemo Vacation Home
- 02/01/09 08:22 AM
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 … (1 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Should I Move Up To A Larger Ludlow VT Home?
- 02/01/09 08:18 AM
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)
ludlow vermont real estate: Ludlow VT Home Buyers Going Green
- 02/01/09 08:14 AM
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)
ludlow vermont real estate: Okemo Mountain Second Home Tax Breaks
- 01/17/09 11:34 PM
Okemo Mountain Second Home Tax Breaks If you are in the market for a second home, congratulations! Not only is Okemo Mountain a great place to ski and relax, you also can garner some tax benefits. Here are some tax breaks as spelled out by Kiplinger.com: Mortgage interest. If you use the place as a second home -- rather than renting it out as a business property -- interest on the mortgage is deductible just as interest on the mortgage on your first home is. You can write off 100% of the interest you pay on up to $1.1 million of debt secured by … (3 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate: Regulatory Reform Expected With Obama Presidency
- 12/30/08 09:33 AM
Ludlow VT Real Estate: Regulatory Reform Expected With Obama Presidency The upcoming presidential transition comes at a time of great challenges within the housing industry and the economy at large. Consequently, many are wondering what a Barack Obama presidency will mean for real estate and housing issues. National Association of Realtors analysts expect the Obama administration and the new Democratic-controlled Congress to focus on regulatory reform of the financial services industry, with potential changes to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This fall, Obama responded to Realtor® Magazine's questions about the mortgage crisis, sustainable development, housing affordability and other topics. Read the Obama … (1 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Top 10 Events Impacting Ludlow Real Estate In 2008
- 12/21/08 12:25 AM
Top 10 Events Impacting Ludlow Real Estate In 2008 As part of the annual Swanepoel TRENDS Report that is published every year during the first week of February, the research team wraps their four month study of the real estate industry by announcing the top 10 Newsmakers, Events and Trendsetters for the year. The second list to be released is the top 10 events that during 2008 had the largest impact and influence on the real estate brokerage industry. Events are defined as those occurrences that transpired during the previous calendar year (2008) that made headlines and captured the attention of the real … (2 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: How Okemo Mountain Home Buyers Position Themselves To Make Offers
- 12/12/08 07:57 PM
How Okemo Mountain Home Buyers Position Themselves To Make Offers The current Okemo Mountain real estate market is challenging for both buyers and sellers. Many sellers have not accepted the fact that their home has decreased in value and are trying to sell at peak 2006 prices. At the same time, buyers want to make sure they don't overpay, fearing prices will continue to drop even more. Of course, there are exceptions. Well priced homes in desirable neighborhoods or foreclosed properties selling at 'yard sale' prices may generate multiple offers. But all in all, it is a buyer's market. So how do Okemo Mountain home buyers prepare … (0 comments)
Your Okemo Mountain home is most likely the largest investment you have and choosing a Realtor to assist you with the sale is a major decision. Below are questions to ask when choosing an Okemo Mountain Realtor: Make sure you choose aa Okemo Mountain REALTOR® who will provide top-notch service and meet your unique needs. 1. How long have you been in residential real estate sales? Is it your full-time job? While experience is no guarantee of skill, real estate - like many other professions - is mostly learned on the job. 2. What designations do … (1 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: 5 Reasons To Buy Okemo Mountain Vacation Home
- 11/14/08 08:32 PM
5 Reasons To Buy Okemo Mountain Vacation Home With the stock market in turmoil, many people are looking for alternative investments. Most of us are scared to death of jumping into the market right now and wondering what to do with their nest egg...other than sticking it under the mattress. Christine Karpinski, director of Owner Community for HomeAway.com (an online vacation home rental marketplace) and author of How to Rent Vacation Properties by Owner, 2nd Edition: The Complete Guide to Buy, Manage, Furnish, Rent, Maintain and Advertise Your Vacation Rental Investment, says buying a vacation home is an excellent home is … (2 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Okemo Mountain Real Estate: Is Cobuying A Second Home for You?
- 10/30/08 11:33 PM
Okemo Mountain Real Estate: Is Cobuying A Second Home for You? Craig Venezia is a nationally recognized expert on home mortgages, and the author of Buying a Second Home: Income, Getaway, or Retirement. Second-home ownership in Okemo Mountain is more popular than ever due to such factors as the shrinking American family, older and wealthier households, and new technologies for working from home. One out of every three homes purchased in the United States today is a second home. If you dream of owning a second home, but realize it isn't in your budget at the moment, cobuying an Okemo Mountain second home … (0 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Do I Really Need To Complete The Honey-Do List When Selling My Okemo Mountain Home
- 10/24/08 08:19 PM
Do I Really Need To Complete The Honey-Do List When Selling My Okemo Mountain Home? That is the question all Okemo Mountain home owners should ask themselves when they consider selling their home. The first item on the fix-it list: clear the clutter! If your closets, attic, basement, garage, and other storage areas appear neat, half-full and organized, your house will seem to have more storage space. To accomplish the clutter - clearing task, empty the house, hold a garage sale, and use the profits to help offset the next set of fix-it priorities. Check your house for "curb appeal". The exterior is … (2 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Ludlow VT Real Estate: Is Owning Rental Property Right For You
- 10/17/08 08:10 PM
Investing in Ludlow VT real estate and owning rental property sounds glamorous, but it isn't for everyone. Be sure you know what you're getting into and understand what you are getting into before signing on the dotted line. Here are some questions you should ask yourself before purchasing an investment property: • Where will the down payment come from for this property? • Do you have cash reserves so you handle periods of vacancy, i.e. no income? • How about reserves for unexpected repairs and other expenses? • Do you need property to rent immediately or do you have time and money for … (1 comments)
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 … (3 comments)
ludlow vermont real estate: Okemo Mountain Real Estate: How Main Street Protects Against Wall Street
- 09/26/08 11:30 PM
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 to protect our personal financial futures. Gibran Nicholas, chairman of the CMPS Institute, an organization that certifies mortgage bankers and brokers, makes 4 suggestions for protecting ourselves in today's troubled economy in an article on Rismedia.com: 1 - Make Sure Your Investments Are Protected Through the SIPC. 2 - Make … (3 comments)
Looking To Buy or Sell? Discover the Best in South Central Vermont Real Estate ,Okemo Mountain Real Estate, Rutland and Killington Real Estate from Irene Gaffigan, Associate Broker, Lang McLaughry Spera Real Estate
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. ;)
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