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By Nicole Borsey, CDPE | Stamford CT Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)
Stamford Real Estate Overview       Today, January 9, 2010 Market View for Stamford Info Avg. Listing Price$743,529Wk ending Dec 30 +$3,442+0.5%w-o-w Median Sales Price$400,000Sep '09 - Nov '09 -$66,666-14.3%y-o-y 717 Homes For Sale 36 Open Homes 541 Recently Sold 105 Foreclosures Market Trends for Stamford Embed Info Average Listing Price $743,529 +0.5% w-o-w Median Sales Price $400,000 -14.3% y-o-y Average price/sqft $261 -13.6% y-o-y Number of Sales 177 -1.1% y-o-y More Stamford Market Trends Home Prices for Stamford Info Most popularneighborhoods Avg. listing priceWeek ending Dec 30  w-o-w Newfield - Westover - Turn of River $716,051 +0.8% North Stamford $1,178,382 +0.4% Springdale - Glenbrook - Belltown $511,412 +1.8% Downtown $452,565 +2.3% Cove - East Side - Shippan $801,421 -0....
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By Nima Rezvan CT Lender CT Senior Mortgage Broker, First Time Home Buyer Expert - CT FHA Loans - FHA
(Nima Rezvan Prosper First Funding Corporation NMLS#110681)
The unemployment report which I saw on CNBC stated that the US economy lost 85,000 jobs in the month of December which could mean the mortgage interest rates could come down a bit from their existing positions.   The mortgage interest rates have been going higher and higher since November 30, 2009.  The poor report today could cause a small drop in rates and that's what most home buyers will be hoping for.   In my opinion, lower rates could cause much mortgage rate lock activity as most borrowers and most mortgage professionals did not lock in before November 30th.    Let's hope for a decrease in the mortgage interest rates so that more consumers can take advantage of these low rates.  You can't get greedy in this highly volatile market and you need to be pro-active.  I watch the market...
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By Nicole Borsey, CDPE | Stamford CT Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)
Most homeowners in distress do not know their options. There are several solutions to preventing foreclosure. At my firm, The Property Network, we have made it a MISSION to get this crucial information out, and free, with no obligation. Here are some possible plans of action you can discuss with your real estate professional:   Foreclosure Solutions The current U.S. housing market and national financial crisis has caused untold stress and heartache for many American families. Foreclosure is one of the most devastating financial challenges that a family can face and one that many times can be avoided. The options available to Stamford-area residents for foreclosure are many. Following is a brief explanation of these solutions, including their benefits and drawbacks: Reinstatement A reins...
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By Peter Twain
(Progress)
OPEN HOUSE Sunday Nov 15, 12pm to 3pm. The Village at River's Edge in Stamford. Spacious 2 bedroom townhome with lower level den. Laundry in unit and 1 car garage. Amenities include pool, clubhouse & exercise facility. For more information, please call our office at 203-968-2313. To directly access this property, use this shortcut: http://www.fizber.com/connecticut-buy-condo-townhome-co-op-home-11760002.html
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By Victoria Lorusso, Florida and CT Real Estate
(Illustrated Properties)
Here is a list of approved condos for FHA financing. Unfortunately they are not listed by address but by complex name.  A condo not on this list can submit for approval so long as the by-laws do not have a right of first refusal in them. CondoName Condo ID ManufacturedHousing Address Status BRIDGEWATER EC-906 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06902 Approved CAMBRIDGE COURT EC-1006 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06902 Approved CANDLELIGHT EC-868 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06920 Approved DEPINEDO COURT EC-305 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06900 Approved ELMCROFT EC-902 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06902 Approved FINNEY COURT EC-624 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06925 Approved FIRST FAIRLAWN EC-050 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06902 Approved FOUNTAIN TERRACE EC-075 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06902 Approved GATEVIEW EC-840 001 No STAMFORD, CT 06901 Approved HAMILTON...
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
Welcome to the Finest Fully Accredited  Connecticut Online Real Estate School with the best prices available. Check out our website www.RowlettCareerSchool.com. Our passing rate meets or exceeds any other online course provider.  Get your Connecticut Real Estate License here.  Captain Wayne Rowlett and the Rowlett Career School offer the finest online real estate school in the Industry. Please take a few moments to explore our site where you will find detailed information on our full service online real estate school and live classes.                                              http://www.rowlettcareerschool.com/ct-connecticut.htm  Home        FAQs       Career Info      Bookstore      General Info      About Us     Contact Us           Select a state below for approved courses    Onli...
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By Nicole Borsey, CDPE | Stamford CT Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)
Cove - East Side - Shippan Real Estate Overview Today, October 9, 2009 Market View for Cove - East Side - Shippan Info Avg. Listing Price$802,216Wk ending Sep 30 +$41,300+5.4%w-o-w Median Sales Price$403,500Jul '09 - Sep '09 -$173,500-30.1%y-o-y 129 Homes For Sale 4 Open Homes 62 Recently Sold 24 Foreclosures Market Trends for Cove - East Side - Shippan Embed Info Average Listing Price $802,216 +5.4% w-o-w Median Sales Price $403,500 -30.1% y-o-y Average price/sqft $244 -32.2% y-o-y Number of Sales 16 -38.5% y-o-y More Cove - East Side - Shippan Market Trends Home Prices for Stamford Info Most popularneighborhoods Avg. listing priceWeek ending Sep 30  w-o-w Newfield - Westover - Turn of River $774,295 -1.1% North Stamford $1,067,448 +1.5% Springdale - Glenbrook - Belltown $450,585 +0.6...
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By Matt Listro, Your Credit Repair Expert
(National Credit Fixers - Matt Listro)
How to fix your credit in Fairfield CT: Part 2 of a 4 part series In part 1 I covered obtaining a copy of your credit report. Now that you have your credit report, you need to go through it item by item and make a list of all the negative (know as deragatory) items contained in the report.  Once you have your list of the negative items you are ready to begin your credit repair. At this point you need to make a choice.  Are you going to attempt to do the credit repair yourself or will you hire a professional.  This could be a topic for a whole other post so I will leave that issue alone. If you decide to go it alone, you'll want to write to the three credit bureaus at these addresses: Experian                         Trans Union Consumer Relations        Equifax P.O. Box 2002            ...
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By Dahlia Madison, ABR, SFR, e-PRO, RSPS, Licensed in FL, CT and NY
(Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate)
  Event Artist/More Info Location Date Time Alive @ Five Better Than Ezra Columbus Park Thursday, July 09, 2009 5pm until Alive @ Five Tonic Columbus Park Thursday, July 16, 2009 5pm until Alive @ Five Josh Gracin Columbus Park Thursday, July 23, 2009 5pm until Alive @ Five Bo Bice Columbus Park Thursday, July 30, 2009 5pm until Alive @ Five Sugar Ray / Fastball Columbus Park Thursday, August 06, 2009 5pm until Pops in the Park Stylistics Columbus Park Wednesday, July 15, 2009 6:30pm until Pops in the Park The New York City Big Band Columbus Park Wednesday, July 22, 2009 6:30pm until Jazz on the Plaza Lisa Occhino Trio Plaza @ Stamford Town Center Wednesday, July 15, 2009 6-8pm Jazz on the Plaza David Ecker Trio Plaza @ Stamford Town Center Wednesday, July 22, 2009 6-8pm Jazz on the Pla...
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By Nicole Borsey, CDPE | Stamford CT Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)
2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Bringing the Dream of Homeownership Within Reach As part of its plan to stimulate the U.S. housing market and address the economic challenges facing our nation, Congress has passed legislation that grants a tax credit of up to $8,000 to first-time home buyers. Here is more information about how the 2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit can help prospective home buyers become part of the American dream. Who Qualifies? First-time home buyers who purchase homes between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009. To qualify as a “first-time home buyer” the purchaser or his/her spouse may not have owned a residence during the three years prior to the purchase. Which Properties Are Eligible? The 2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit may be applied to primary r...
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By Victoria Lorusso, Florida and CT Real Estate
(Illustrated Properties)
S tamford's magnet schools offer educational choices to parents through innovative programs of theme-based instruction. While the programs at the magnet schools are described briefly here, more details on each program are available from the individual schools.  There are 12 elementary schools in Stamford. Four of these schools - Hart, International School at Rogers Magnet, Toquam and Westover - are magnet schools. These schools enroll students from all parts of Stamford by a lottery process. The other eight elementary schools enroll students based on residence. There are also 5 middle schools in Stamford. One of these schools -  Scofield - is a magnet school. This school enrolls students from the 4 middle schools by a lottery process. Out of the three Stamford high schools,  AITE (Acade...
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By Nima Rezvan CT Lender CT Senior Mortgage Broker, First Time Home Buyer Expert - CT FHA Loans - FHA
(Nima Rezvan Prosper First Funding Corporation NMLS#110681)
  CT FHA 203k Streamline Rehab Loan Being a mortgage professional since 2002 and I can be honest with you in saying that the hottest inquired about home loan in recent days has been the FHA 203k Streamline.  I'm posting this blog today so that everyone can get themselves familiarized with this loan.  This is an excellent mortgage product specially for buyers of foreclosures, REO properties or bank owned properties because most of these homes need some fixings before a bank or lending institution is willing to lend money on them.  FHA 203k Streamline goes by the FHA guidelines hence the name FHA 203k rehab loan.   For more information directly from the US Department of Housing and Urban Develpment, click on this link: http://nhl.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/203k/203kmenu.cfm   Understanding the ...
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By Jennifer Lauren Ruspini, ABR,SRS,e-Buyer
(Ruspini Realty,llc)
 You don't have to be rich to get audited. To protect yourself, get a receipt for any donation you plan on deducting. And keep those receipts for seven years-unless it suspects you of outright fraud, that's how far back the IRS will go with an audit. From your realtor  
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By Jennifer Lauren Ruspini, ABR,SRS,e-Buyer
(Ruspini Realty,llc)
Studies show that the longer a property stays on the market, the less the seller will net upon the sale. It is very important to price your property at a competitive market value at the signing of your listing contract. The market is so competitive that even over-pricing by a few thousand dollars could mean that your house will not sell. An Overpriced Home:· Minimizes offers· Lowers agents response· Limits qualified buyers· Lowers showings· Lowers prospects· Limits financing· Wastes advertising dollars· Nets less for the seller
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By Matt Listro, Your Credit Repair Expert
(National Credit Fixers - Matt Listro)
Credit Repair in Stamford CT National Credit Fixers: 330 Roberts Street 4th Floor East Hartford CT 06108 phone: 860-282-6181 www.nationalcreditfixers.com National Credit Fixers boasts of 12 years experience repairing low FICO scores. Whether your credit has been damaged by a foreclosure, bankruptcy, slow credit, collections, judgments, repossessions, etc. we can help. We are the experts in credit restoration and credit repair. We have helped numerous residents in Stamford CT repair and restore their good credit standings. We have corrected and or deleted every type of credit account. When you want your credit score improved in a timely and efficient manner call National Credit Fixers at 860-282-6181. How do you pick a credit repair firm?  Interview them!  Please give me a try - I have b...
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By Nicole Borsey, CDPE | Stamford CT Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)
Buying bank owned propertiesThere is a lot of interest in buying bank owned properties these days. A lot of information, some good and some bad, is floating around about the subject.   Often the information offered is for sale, with the promise that you can make a lot of money with little effort once you know "the secret formula".  The fact is that there are no secrets, and to make money does require effort. What's an REO?REO stands for "Real Estate Owned".  These are properties that have gone through foreclosure and are now owned by the bank or mortgage company.  This is not the same as a property up for foreclosure auction.  When buying a property during a foreclosure sale, you must pay at least the loan balance plus any interest and other fees accumulated during the foreclosure proc...
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By Victoria Lorusso, Florida and CT Real Estate
(Illustrated Properties)
Two district wide meetings on the magnet schools are taking place soon! Application to the magnet schools must be submitted to the Board of Education by March 2 at 4pm.The Elementary meeting will take place on Thursday, Dec. 4  from 7 - 9pm at the Board of Education meeting room and will include school coice options.The Middle School meeting will take place on Wed. January 21 from 7 - 9pm at the Board of Education meeting room.The Board of Education is located at 888 Washington Blvd. in Stamford on the 5th floor. Magnet school acceptance is based on a lottery system. All applications must be in by March 2. The drawing will take  place on March 24 for the elementary children and on March 23 for the middle school children.Applications for the Information Technology and Engineering School...
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By Nicole Borsey, CDPE | Stamford CT Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)
According to Real Estate Website Trulia.com:   http://www.trulia.com/home_prices/Connecticut/Stamford-heat_map/   Stamford ZIP codes Avg. listing price Week ending Nov 12 Avg. sales price Jul-Sep '08 Median sales price Jul-Sep '08 Price per sqft Jul-Sep '08 Trulia popularity Week ending Nov 12 Name Amount w-o-w Amount y-o-y Amount y-o-y Amount y-o-y Rank 06902 $946,275 11.5% $588,273 19.1% $441,000 -0.8% $311 1.6% 1 06901 $383,428 3.7% $545,388 116.7% $335,000 24.1% $393 1.8% 4 06903 $2,231,851 3.0% $1,077,110 4.8% $854,000 -0.7% $362 1.7% 3 06905 $682,764 - $568,685 21.5% $550,000 19.2% $337 1.2% 2 06906 $514,474 -0.8% $428,254 -1.4% $400,000 -11.1% $283 -4.1% 5 06907 $650,802 -4.2% $408,147 -19.0% $375,750 -28.2% $297 3.8% 6 06904 $749,300 -5.3% - - - - - - 7 06910 - - - - - - - - -
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By Ruthman Real Estate
(Accessibility & The Power to Advise)
     Click on the Logo for Connecticut's Best Home Buyer's Rebate 25% of the Buyer's Agent Commission Back at Closing    Stamford Connecticut Current Market Analysis  August 1, 2008 to August 15, 2008     StatusClassTypeAreaNo. of ListingsDollar VolumeAverage PriceMedian PriceAverage DOM                                     Active Listings 522 $673,711,068 $1,290,634 $825,000 98 Listings Under Contract 20 $15,311,575 $765,579 $537,450 89 Listings Sold 2008 1 $985,000 $985,000 $985,000 30                   ACTIVE                   Single Family                   Single Family Detached                   STAMFORD 455 $620,240,620 $1,363,166 $849,000 104       Sub Total 455 $620,240,620 $1,363,166 $849,000 104 REDUCED PRICE                   Single Family                   Single Family Deta...
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By Jennifer Lauren Ruspini, ABR,SRS,e-Buyer
(Ruspini Realty,llc)
Your Stamford home may look good from your point of view, but a buyer's perspective can be completely different. So step back and take a fresh look at your home. Here is a quick guide to getting the most objective look at your property.  Take drive around the block, and try to visualize your home and your neighborhood as if seeing it for the first time.Consider your home's curb appeal; does it need a new coat of paint? Is the driveway stained? Could it use a bit of landscaping? Pull into the driveway and take look at your property. Take a fresh new look inside. Make a list of any potential red flags.   These are issues that buyers would see. Make another list of the areas that are attractive about the house. Detach from your personal feelings and be as critical as a buyer would be. Tak...
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