Who knew my freshman daughter could high jump?! A few short months ago she was trying all types of track events. She dashed, she long jumped, and she even put the shot once. Then all of a sudden she was high jumping. Well, at the MIAA State Meetlast week she placed 8th with a jump of 5' 2". This wasn't her best jump of the year. That was made at the regionals and was 5' 5". However, 8th in the state for a freshman with little experience is pretty good. "Well done You!" as some say. The state meet itself was an example of organized chaos. Starting guns going off, warm ups all over the place, events all happening at the same time. But the coaches and athletes seemed to understand where and when to be so that each event could be completed smoothly. Each of my daughters has unique talents. ... 03/01/2010

Home Value Update for Falmouth MA 02540 Through January 2010 According to Trulia.com, the current average listing price of homes for sale in Falmouth, MA is $742,138, while the current mean sales price of homes is $424,125. Sale prices of single family homes in Falmouth, MA have increased 1.2% in the past year through the end of January 2010. Below is a chart of the trend of listing prices of homes for sale in Falmouth, MA, in the past year through January 2010: Falmouth Recently Sold Homes The homebuyer tax credit is set to expire on April 30, 2010. In addition, mortgage rates are still at near historic lows. So, there's no better time than now to buy a home in Falmouth, MA, or surrounding area. If you're looking for a home or condo to purchase in Falmouth or the surrounding area, then... 02/26/2010

Mortgage Rate Forecast for Falmouth MA for February 26, 2010 Here are some of the events affecting mortgage rates today in Falmouth, MA. What Mortgage Backed Securities Are Doing Today: The price of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% MBS coupon opened at 100.91 this morning - down 2/32 from yesterday's close. At 9:30, the 4.5% MBS coupon was trading at 101.06 - up 5/32 from its opening. Price Trend in Mortgage Backed Securities: The chart below shows the price trend of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% coupon over the past 30 days from 1-27-2010 to 2-26-2010: Remember, on mortgage backed securities (MBSs), as the price goes up, the yield comes down - and so do mortgage rates. I expect that mortgage rates will be 0.125% - 0.250% better in price this morning as compared to yesterday. Economic Reports, News, and E... 02/26/2010

WOW.   Sometimes you just have to say it...WOW!  When the Haiti Earthquake rocked our world, literally.   The World responded.   The Falmouth Rotary made headlines by taking a Shelter Boxand holding a 24 hour vigil on the Common in downtown Falmouth.   Brave Rotarian's and Young Professionals slept in the tent 'City' while the temperatures sunk to 12 degrees.   The goal was to raise enough money to send as many Shelter Boxes to Haiti as possible from our small Cape Cod Community.   That effort raised 8,000 dollars which meant 8 shelter boxeswould be sent from Falmouth Rotary to Haiti which translates into 80 people would have shelter and supplies from the Shelter Boxes. Well, the local 4th grade class decided to join in the effort and held a book sale with all proceeds to go to the She... 02/22/2010

The Mortgage Interest Rate Lock Advisory for Falmouth MA for February 3, 2010 Here are some of the events affecting mortgage interest rates today in Falmouth, MA. What Mortgage Backed Securities Are Doing Today: The price of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% MBS coupon opened at 101.03 this morning - the same as yesterday's close. The 4.5% MBS coupon is currently trading at 100.88 - down 3/32 from its opening. Price Trend in Mortgage Backed Securities: The chart below shows the price trend of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% coupon over the past 30 days from 1-3-2010 to 2-2-2010: Remember, on mortgage backed securities (MBSs), as the price goes down, the yield goes up - and so do mortgage interest rates. I expect that mortgage interest rates will be 0.125% - 0.25% worse in price this morning as compared to ye... 02/03/2010

The Mortgage Interest Rate Lock Advisory for Falmouth MA for January 7, 2010 Here are some of the events affecting mortgage interest rates today in Falmouth, MA. What Mortgage Backed Securities Are Doing Today: The price of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% MBS coupon opened at 100.50 this morning - down 3/32 from yesterday's close. The 4.5% MBS coupon is currently trading at 100.45 - down 2/32 from its opening. Remember, on mortgage backed securities (MBSs), as the price goes down, the yield goes up - and so do mortgage interest rates. I expect that mortgage interest rates will be 0.125% - 0.25% worse in price this morning as compared to yesterday. Price Trend in Mortgage Backed Securities: The chart below shows the price trend of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% coupon over the past 30 days from 12-7-2009 t... 01/07/2010

Merry Christmas! To all those who have helped us smile and laugh this year, we are still smiling and laughing with the memories! To those who encouraged us, we appreciate your hope and vision for us! To those who prayed for us, our faith has increased! Our Christmas wish for you is that you are still laughing and smiling; that you have been encouraged by our hope and vision for you; and that your faith is stronger than ever. We are reflecting on this year gratefully, and with happiness! Merry Christmas! 12/24/2009

It is a Beautiful Day On Cape Cod! Downtown Falmouth streets have been plowed and there are shops opening as I write. The picture below shows Main Street at 7:30 this morning when I got here to the office. Now at 9 am, the traffic is picking up and shoppers are starting to arrive. If you are looking for gifts and presents, come down to Falmouth Village and support your local businesses! The Main Street selection of shops is a good as any mall. And the food selection is better than you'll find in any food court! Osteria L Civetta133 Main StItalian Resturant508-540-1616 Villa Bella/Bean and Cod140 Main StreetA gift shop with gourmet foods and prepared meals508-548-8840 John's Shore Store141 Main StreetShoes, the local place508-548-3508 Lawrence Gardens145 Main StreetFlowers and green thin... 12/23/2009

Well, it is another beautiful day on Cape Cod! It is cold, but the sun is out and the snow is still white. People are out shopping again and most of the streets have been plowed at least once. This may sound funny to those who live in colder climates where snow is common. However, here on Cape Cod, lots of snow all at once does not happen often. We have enough equipment to clear out small storms, but larger ones take a little time and patience. The picture below was taken yesterday as the sun rose. I measured 17 inches with a yardstick in my driveway. It took 4 hours to clear it - with a snow blower. Saturday is supposed to be 50 degrees, so we'll have to enjoy it while it is bright and clean. Stay warm!   12/22/2009

It was a cold day earlier this month for the annual Falmouth Christmas Parade. Falmouth is known as having the largest Christmas parade in southern New England. It usually lasts 2 to three hours. This year was no exception. There were dancers, bands, floats, soldiers, clowns, and of course Santa. We had hot chocolate and cider in our Main Street office. A good time was had by all.         12/22/2009

On Saturday January 9, 2010, the Falmouth Band will conduct its annual Christmas Tree Pickup. The suggested donation is $10, and you will need to have your tree at the driveway by 8 am. You can call 508-548-0278 or email you information to FalmouthHS@gmail.com. They ask that you include your name, address, and phone number. The checks can be made out to Falmouth Band Parents. The reservation deadline is January 5, 2010. Can you believe we are ten years into this century!?   12/14/2009

There are many soldiers and support personnel around the world who wil not be at home. The video below has come from the front lines to remind us that they not only will return home but that they hope we are doing things here to keep it a place that they want to return to. I post it here with gratitude for for their care, their willingness, their generous sacrifices, their patriotism. I want to keep this country a place where they can return to knowing that their efforts were not mis-spent. Thank you soldiers and sailors. 12/13/2009

When you are given a Christmas gift, or buy for your self, some new sports equipment this season, save the old stuff. In the coming months, the Falmouth Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) is going to have a "Re-Sale" for all donated items. For 27 years, Falmouth VIPS has been enhancing education for Falmouth students. VIPS do a lot of things like tutoring, mentoring, and funding activities. In March of 2010, they will have the 2nd annual Used Sports Equipment Sale Fundraiser. You can either wait until March, or drop the items off in the VIPS office now. Call them for the location. (508-548-1621) If you have old Field Hockey equipment, Ice Hockey equipment, Football equipment, Skateboards, Rollerblades, Golf clubs, Lacrosse Sticks, Bikes, Skates, Basketballs, Scooters, Baseball, Tennis,... 12/13/2009

Home Value Update for Falmouth MA 02540 Through November 2009 According to Trulia.com, the current average listing price of homes on the market in Falmouth, MA is $679,433, while the current mean sales price of homes is $469,000. The sale prices of single family homes in Falmouth, MA have increased 20.3% in the past year through the end of November 2009. Below is a chart of the trend of listing prices of homes for sale in Falmouth, MA, in the past year through November 2009: falmouth Recently Sold Homes   The $8000 first-time homebuyer tax credit has been extended, and now expires on April 30, 2010. So, there's no better time than now to buy a home in Falmouth, MA, or surrounding area. If you're looking for a home or condo to purchase in Falmouth, MA, or in the surrounding area, then tr... 12/11/2009

The Mortgage Interest Rate Lock Advisory for Falmouth MA for December 11, 2009 Here are some of the events affecting mortgage interest rates today in Falmouth, MA. What the Mortgage Backed Securities Market is Doing Today: The price of the FNMA 30-Year 4.0% MBS coupon opened at 98.50 this morning - down 13/32 from yesterday's close. The chart below shows today's price trend of the FNMA 30-Year 4.0% coupon: The FNMA 30-Year 4.0% MBS coupon is currently trading at 98.19 - down 10/32 from its opening, and down 23/32 from yesterday's close. Remember, on mortgage backed securities (MBSs), as the price goes down, the yield goes up - and so do mortgage interest rates. I expect that mortgage interest rates will be 0.250% - 0.50% worse in price this morning as compared to yesterday. Recent Activ... 12/11/2009

A short while ago I noticed a pretty woman sitting on a bench outside my Cape Group real estate office . Of course I notice pretty women, but this one had cameras and light screens and a crew all around her. It was like a version of Cape Cod's Next Top Model. I watched for a few minutes and then asked what the pictures would be used for. It turns out that this was for the Appleseeds Clothing store catalog. They chose a few more locations on Main Street in front of a few different shops and restaurants. I asked how they chose Falmouth. They knew about Falmouth from previous research. However, they like to have a portfolio they can look through that show cases possible locations in any US town for a "shoot." So if you want your town considered, get a portfolio together. If you get the App... 11/19/2009

Home Value Update for Falmouth MA Through Ocober 2009 According to Trulia.com, the sale prices of single family homes have increased 14.4% in the past year through the end of October 2009. The current mean sales price of homes on the market in Falmouth, MA, is $452,500. Below is a chart of the trend of listing prices of homes for sale in Falmouth, MA, in the past year through October 2009: Falmouth Recently Sold Homes   The $8000 first-time homebuyer tax credit has been extended, and now expires on April 30, 2010. So, there's no better time than now to buy a home in Falmouth, MA, or surrounding area. If you're looking for a home or condo to purchase in Falmouth, MA, or in the surrounding area, then try this home search. You can still buy a home with no money down with the USDA Rural Dev... 11/18/2009

The Mortgage Interest Rate Lock Advisory for Falmouth MA for November 18, 2009 Here are some of the events affecting mortgage interest rates today in Falmouth, MA. What the Mortgage Backed Securities Market is Doing Today: The price of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% MBS coupon opened at 101.69 this morning - down 2/32 from yesterday's close. The chart below shows today's price trend of the FNMA 30-Year 4.5% coupon: The FNMA 30-Year 4.5% MBS coupon is currently trading at 101.72 - up 1/32 from its opening. Remember, on mortgage backed securities (MBSs), as the price goes down, the yield goes up - and so do mortgage interest rates. I expect that mortgage interest rates will be about the same in price this morning as compared to yesterday. Recent Activity in Mortgage Backed Securities: The chart be... 11/18/2009

A maintenance reserve: What an idea! In the midst of our country's major financial crisis and with daily news casts about both public and private credit debt, it is refreshing to see a condominium community that has wisely put money aside since its inception. So while other complexes defer projects due to a lack of funds, FalmouthPort in Falmouth, MA just goes on about its business. Falmouthport is a waterfront condo community on Cape Cod. Since it was built in the late 1970's, the Association Board with its professional management company, have managed the property in a highly professional manner. Three points need to be highlighted: 1. The Board knew from day one that even though the complex was new, the day would come when repairs would be needed. 2. A Long-range Repair and Replacem... 10/30/2009

The Second Annual Spooktacular is happening this Saturday from 2pm to 5 pm rain or shine! Parents or guardians are asked to accompany their kids as they peer into the Main Street shops and businesses in search of jack-o-lanterns and ghosts. All participating ghouls, goblins, princesses, and pirates will meet at the Mullen Hall bus loop and/or in the Mullen Hall cafeteria to kick thins off.  Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Falmouth Service Center. AND don't forget to bring in your boxtops! There will be "Graham Cracker Haunted House Construction" opportunities and a costume sale! Some shops and businesses on Main Street will be "hiding" a small pumpkin in their window. Some special shops will have a ghost hiding, too. The goal, besides getting kids to have fun in Falmouth... 10/22/2009