August 2010 Jobs Report Pushes Mortgage Rates Higher
September 3, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
On the first Friday of each month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases Non-Farm Payrolls data for the month prior. 54,000 jobs were lost in August.
August’s Fed Minutes Lead Mortgage Rates Higher
September 2, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Home affordability took a slight hit this week after the Federal Reserve’s release of its August 10 meeting minutes.
Case-Shiller Posts 16th Straight Month Of Home Price Improvement
September 1, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
According to the Standard & Poors Case-Shiller Index, home values rose 5 percent in June versus the month prior, and 4 percent from a year earlier. It’s the 16th consecutive month in which Case-Shiller reported an increase in home values and the third straight month of outstanding results.
Mortgage Rates May Be Low, But They’re Tough To Pin Down — Especially This Week
August 31, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Mortgage rates would have been volatile this week. The presence of Labor Day just piles on. If you have a chance to lock something favorable and within your budget, consider doing it.
Colchester Vermont Tuesday Tours
August 30, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Come join us on Tuesdays for a tour of the newest homes for sale In Colchester Vermont! Each week we will leave from the RE/MAX North Professionals Colchester office at 2:00 PM* and visit the latest listings in Colchester. Along the way you will also have the opportunity to learn about Colchester Vermont history, Lake [...]
How To Reduce Home Energy Costs By Sealing Air Leaks
August 30, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, up to 30 percent of a home’s energy costs can be cut just by reducing drafts. For example, a 1/16-inch gap unsealed gap around a window is equivalent to leaving the window 3 inches open.
182 Stone Drive Colchester Vermont
August 27, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Welcome home to your spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 1,960 square feet town home in one of Colchesters sought after neighborhoods. This meticulously maintained condo is ready for you to move right in and start meeting your new neighbors. Hardwood, ceramic tile and berber carpet adorn the floors throughout this tastefully decorated home. The basement [...]
Home Affordability Rankings For 225 Metropolitan Statistical Areas
August 27, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
With home prices holding firm and mortgage rates still dropping, home affordability is reaching new heights.
New Home Sales Drop In July — Just Like Existing Home Sales
August 26, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
Although new home inventory actually dropped 2,000 units in July, the slowing sales pace still managed to push the national supply higher by 1.1 months. At July’s rate of sales, the nation’s new home inventory would be exhausted in just about 9 months.
Don’t you just love a good yard sale?
August 25, 2010 by John Abry · Leave a Comment
The Colchester Milton Rotary Club announces their 4th annual Multi-Family Garage Sale on Saturday August 28th, 2010 from 8 am to 3 pm – rain or shine – at 68 Bay Road, Colchester, VT. This fun-draising event will benefit the Colchester Milton Rotary Charitable Fund. There’s something for everyone at this much anticipated annual event! [...]
