Think about joining a credit union - it may help you in your quest for real estate financing. Cooperative financial institutions typically invest more conservatively than other banks, and have fared better lately. Bennington, Vermont area credit unions may have lower or Continue Reading
Archives for April 2009
Victorian Homes Retain Their Charm
Victorian-style homes continue to be a favorite in the resale market, and Bennington, Vermont real estate fits neatly into that slot, offering quality Victorian-style homes and small-town living. Classic architecture - whether old or a replica - offers buyers a connection to Continue Reading
What's the Scoop? Ben & Jerry's Celebrates 31 Years
Another Vermont company is handing out the love in April: It’s free cone day at Ben and Jerry’s! To celebrate 31 years of scooping the freeze, the Vermont-based company is giving you the chance to try a new flavor or enjoy a favorite on April 21st, 2009. Go to Continue Reading
Beware of Scammers!
Recently, scammers have been taking advantage of borrowers. Fraudulent firms charge borrowers fees - often $1000 or more - for “negotiating†with banks to prevent foreclosure. The Federal Reserve suggests that homeowners do not sign blank forms or documents or pay Continue Reading
Claim Your Sweet Relief on Tax Day
Are you stressing about tax day? Well, a local restaurant is offering a sweet treat for customers who ask for it. Subway Restaurant at 227 North St. verified that it plans to give a free cookie to customers who visit their store on April 15th, 2009. No purchase necessary - Continue Reading
Credit Reports Can Help You Find Out Where You Stand
Are you planning to buy a home in the Bennington, Vermont area? Make sure you obtain a copy of your credit report. An error on your report could drag down your credit score and affect the interest rate on your real estate loan. And a review of your credit report can allow Continue Reading
New Tax Credit Available to First-Time Homebuyers
On February 17th of this year, President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which includes a provision for a tax credit available to Bennington, Vermont homebuyers. Continue Reading
Two Companies Offer Sweet Treats in April
Are you stressing about tax day? Well, a local restaurant is offering a sweet treat for customers who ask for it. Subway Restaurant at 227 North St. verified that it plans to give a free cookie to customers who visit their store on April 15th, 2009. No purchase necessary - Continue Reading
A tip on home owners’ insurance :
An insurer watches how you use your policy. If you file two or more claims for the same problem (such as water or fire damage) your premiums could double at the time of renewal. Or the insurer could choose to drop your coverage. And the information is shared with other Continue Reading
One Great Local Bennington Restaurant
Bennington, Vermont has many great local restaurants and diners. One of my favorites is Alldays and Onions, at 519 Main Street. The unique name comes from a circa 1800s manufacturing company, owned by John Onions and William Alldays. Continue Reading
