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7 home-selling blunders to avoid Buyers continue to have the upper hand, which means you'll have to play it smart. Your first move? Avoiding these common pitfalls. By U.S. News & World Report Amid falling home prices, near-record-low mortgage rates and even an $8,000 tax perk from Uncle Sam, prospective buyers have plenty of reasons to dive into the real-estate market. But with the teetering economy and financial markets, real-estate experts don't expect an aggressive bounce in sales this spring. "I don't think (home) sales will really pick up until the job market has stabilized - and that won't be this spring," says Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Economy.com. Despite some encouraging housing data, buyers will continue to have the upper hand in this home-selling season. But that...
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By Barbara Altieri, REALTOR-Fairfield County CT Homes/Condos For Sale
(Better Homes and Gardens RE Shore and Country Properties)
3BR Ranch with Impressive Finished Basement  $314,900 Commuter's Delight! Property Website www.80AlvordSt.com  Mint 3 br 1.5 bath ranchHardwood floorsUpdated 12x18 eat-in-kitchen w/ tile floorGorgeous bathroomsImpressive 770 sf basement w/ family room/built in bar/& extrasLarge deck overlooking private flat yardGarage w/storage1874 effective sq ft 3rd br used as dining roomTotally turnkey!
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Advertising!  Advertising!  Advertising! To get your home sold in this market it is important to competitively price your home and to have it marketed in a way that a vast majority of people are seeing it. For each one of our listings we: Email agents who have recently listed/sold a home that is similar to inform them about the broker's tour and open house  Advertise the home on-line in The Real Estate Book where the exposure exceeds that of all other real estate publications in the region Advertise the home in The Connecticut Post Advertise the open house on Listingbook.com Create a visual tour that is linked to the MLS, Realtor.com, and filtered to various websites Not only do we advertise in print and on the internet but we also talk about our listings on our blog,  twitter, and link...
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The 2010 census is nearing and that means it is time to verify addresses. The U.S. government is preparing to do another census, as they do every ten years. In preparation for this, census takers are canvassing neighborhoods to verify addresses. If you see anyone in your neighborhood walking around recording address information, make sure they have a U.S. Census identification badge and are carrying a U.S. Census tote bag. Otherwise, if you are concerned about someone who looks suspicious, you can always call the police. The census takers will be in neighborhoods through July of 2009. Contact The Kasey Group for information on the market in your area (203) 378-8200.  
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Every year William Raveis Real Estate hosts their annual awards ceremony to recognize the top producing agents in the Company. For 2008 The Kasey Group was awarded: Top Producing Team (for the Stratford office) Top Listing Team (for the Stratford office) Top 10-Closed Units (for the Stratford office) Top Team-Closed Unit (for the Stratford office) Top 10-Closed Units (company wide) The Chairman's Elite Club "Top 100" - In recognition of $18,387,700 in closed volume With 64 in closed units and $18,387,700 in closed volume The Kasey Group ranked #5 for William Raveis in Connecticut and #6 Company wide. After a challenging year The Kasey Group is proud of our accomplishments and hopes to only improve over the next year.
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We just listed 9 Shoreline Drive in Stratford, Connecticut Unobstructed views abound from this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Waterfront home.   Open floor plan with modern kitchen and beautiful deck overlooking the water.  The perfect summer retreat or enjoy the sunshine and sea breezes all year round.   Just $525,000! For more information Call The Kasey Group today 203-378-8200
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President Obama has been in office for 100 days and you may be wondering how it has effected those of us living in Connecticut. Below you will see how Connecticut has been impacted by the President's first 100 days in office. 41,000 Jobs have been created or saved by the Recovery Act 1,306,000 Workers are receiving the Making Work Pay Tax Credit 24,700 Additional children have health care 30,000 Students have been aided by the American Opportunity Tax Credit Check out how you State has been impacted: http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/foundationforchange/  
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Home ownership at Lowest Level Since 2000 According to the Census Bureau, the rate of U.S. home ownership slipped in the 2009 first quarter to the lowest level since the start of the decade. The U.S. homeownership rate dropped to 67.5 percent from 68 percent a year earlier, driven largely by a sharp decline among younger buyers as well as among African-American households. Loose credit pushed up national home ownership levels in recent years, but the trend is now being reversed by the recession and a foreclosure epidemic. Source: The Wall Street Journal, Conor Dougherty (04/28/09) What is being done to improve the rate of Home ownership? The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 authorized a $8,000 tax credit* to first-time home buyers who purchase a home from January 1, 2009 t...
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Join us Sunday, April 26th for an Open House at 30 Summersweet Place(mls# 98412549) in Stratford, Connecticut   Just $592,500 for this stunning one of a kind 5,000 +/- Square Foot Custom Colonial featuring 13 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, full in-law, elevator, and mechanic's dream garage. Directions-Cutspring to Nutmeg to Summersweet      
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From Raveis.com to Listingbook.com it seems that all of the websites we use are coming up with newer and better ways to give us information but....  Can there ever be too much information? Here at The Kasey Group we like to give our clients weekly market updates.  We let them know how many showings they've had, what the feedback was, what internet activity there has been, and if any homes have come on/sold in their area.      We recently discovered that almost every site offers a graph showing where activity is coming from. Raveis.com, Listingbook.com, Visualtour.com, etc..  all offer our clients a breakdown of their internet activity.        Last week we sent our clients a report that was generated from Raveis.com showing their internet activity and the response was overwhelming.  Shor...
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The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and homes are selling!  Is it spring market or has buyer confidence started to return?  Either way activity in the Real Estate market has started to return.  Since April 1st The Kasey Group has put 5 listings Under Deposit/CTS and 2 more of our listings have offers that are being negotiated. With all that is being said in the news about the Real Estate Market it is important to share the positive Real Estate news with our clients and fellow Real Estate agents.  The Kasey Group would like to hear more about the market conditions in your area.  Share with us your postive Real Estate news!
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By The Kasey Group
Pronounced "fizzbo," a FSBO (for sale by owner) is a Realtor acronym for a property that an individual is looking to sell on their own. To a certain extent, the notion may be driven by tough economic times. With equity evaporating in many markets, it might be a necessity for some sellers to go the DIY route. It is a question brought about by the perception of high cost for very little real work and a nagging sense that, hey, maybe I could do that. Maybe you can. Maybe you shouldn't. The market, motivation, familiarity with the process, knowledge of real estate law, disposition, time, and resources should all be considered before you begin the process of selling your own home. The Market They don't call them buyers and sellers markets for nothing, and, to a large extent, market condition...
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It seems like the Spring Market is upon us, as Stratford is seeing a rise in homes that are selling! In Stratford, for single family homes: January saw 74 new listings and 29 homes going on deposit. February had 85 new listings with 26 homes going on deposit. March had 68 new listings with 34 homes going on deposit. and, already for April, 22 homes listed and 18 have already taken a deposit! Curious how The Kasey Group compares? We have 27 homes under deposit/sold! How does the town that you work in compare?
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If you are purchasing a home or trying to find ways to lower your current mortgage payment then you should know that there are programs out there for you. Looking to make a purchase? As interest rates remain near the lowest level in decades buyers with strong credit and stable jobs are able to take advantage of low interest rates.  If you are a first time home buyer  you are eligible for an $8,000 tax credit that does not need to be repaid.  "For purposes of the credit, you are considered to be a first-time home buyer if you, and your spouse if you are married, did not own any other main home during the three-year period ending on the date of purchase" http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=204672,00.html Interested in Refinancing? On Thursday President Barack Obama urged families to...
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Is your listing being promoted? In today's real estate market it is important to utilize the tools that technology has to offer.  William Raveis Real Estate prides itself on being a technologically savvy company and has made Raveis.com a globally recognized website that has been visited by almost every country and territory in the world.  One of the advantages of listing with The Kasey Group of William Raveis Real Estate is knowing that your listing will be marketed to the fullest.  Raveis.com now makes it easy for us as agents to upload our listings to Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and various other sites.  In doing so this allows up to get our listings maximum exposure.  Making a move? Although most people move within 12 miles of their home not everyone does.   The Kasey Group has work...
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By The Kasey Group
Forbes.com just released their list of America's Most livable Cities and Stamford, Connecticut was listed at #4.  Check out the article below or go to http://www.forbes.com/2009/04/01/cities-city-ten-lifestyle-real-estate-livable-cities.html?partner=email for the complete article. America's Most Livable Cities The beer at Gritty McDuff's might be enough to lure people to Portland, Me. Established in 1988, the downtown pub offers a smattering of small-batch ales brewed on the premises in addition to usual tavern treats. From the patio, customers can enjoy a pint along cobblestone streets or retire to the copper-topped bar for a second round. Tasty microbrews aren't the only reason to like Portland. Thanks to high marks in five key quality of life metrics, Portland tops this year's list o...
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The Kasey Group will be hosting an Open House this Sunday, April 5th  from 12-3 at 4285 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut. Located in the north end of Stratford, Ct this beautiful home offers living room with fireplace, dining room with gleaming hardwood floors, and eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances.  Listed for just $237,500 this home is a must see! Directions:  Main Street-Directly across from Cutspring Deli  
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As members of the Real Estate community we wanted to share this video with you. I am not a lead As Real Estate agents we can easily get caught up in the process and forget that buying and selling a home is a major life decision. If you’re a first time homebuyer or selling the home you have lived in for over 20 years the real estate process can be stressful. Let’s give our clients the service they expect and remember that they aren't just a commission check. What does this video say to you? We want to give a special thanks to 1000Watt Consulting for providing us with this video.
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By The Kasey Group
Short sales are a wonderful opportunity...if you have the patience.   We have been working diligently to get this home sold for the last 4 months and the happy new owners just moved in! This beautiful three bedroom, 1 1/2 bath townhouse-style condominium is located in a quiet development in Fairfield convenient to 95, the train, schools, the University and shopping. 
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6 Reasons Why It's Still a Good Time to Buy The housing market is looking healthier. Here are six reasons why now is the time to jump into the market.1. Uncle Sam is willing to help. First-time buyers (defined as anyone who hasn't owned a home in the last three years) are entitled to a maximum $8,000 tax credit; interest rates are at record lows; and the Federal Reserve is doing its best to make mortgage loans available. 2. People have to live somewhere. About 800,000 new households are formed each year in this country, ensuring that the housing market will tighten, even if the economy doesn't soar.3. Borrowers leverage their investment. If you put $10,000 into the stock market and it earns 10 percent, you've earned $1,000. If you put $10,000 down on a home and its values increases 10 ...
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