Title insurance is among the costs of successfully closing a real estate transaction, but many people don't understand what this is for, or why they must pay for it. First of all, realize that title insurance works differently from traditional insurance policies in a very Continue Reading
Archives for October 2006
Selling Your Home and Real Estate Without Stress on the Four-Legged Family Members
When you're ready to sell your home, I'll advise you how to successfully price, present and market your property; but some "family members" may be left out of the loop, completely unaware of the process and feeling the attendant anxiety. No, it's not your kids, but your Continue Reading
The Upside of "Fixer-Uppers!" in the Bennington VT real estate market
Competition in the mortgage industry has resulted in a great opportunity for buyers who want a "fixer upper." Private lenders have devised all sorts of unusual loans to put money into the hands of credit-worthy buyers. Now FHA is getting in on the action by offering a new Continue Reading
Popping Bubbles in the Bennington VT Real Estate Market
The "real estate bubble" is still a hot topic these days, and many homeowners looking to sell are concerned. Look back about a decade, and you'll see it's like deja vu all over again! In Continue Reading
Saving More Than Money!
Forget about tree-hugging - the high cost of energy is making environmentalists out of everyone! Homebuilders and homeowners are no exception, and it's anticipated that by 2010, about ten Continue Reading