http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate Mon, 14 Apr 2008 13:22:57 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en "We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children."                                                                                       ---Native American Proverb One of the hottest trends in housing is creating a "green" home.  Many Greenwich homes are incorporating green designs in new construction and renovation projects.  In fact, in two places where Mother Nature has ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2008/04/14/going-green/ Just some quick information on some actions that the Issues Advocacy Trustees approved recently regarding the fight to allow the sunset for the increase in the municipal portion of the conveyance tax to simply happen this June. There is a new Web Site  -  http://www.myhouse-mymoney.com/   It will help you easily understand and make your ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2008/03/03/speak-now-or-pay-increased-taxes-when-you-sell-property/ 3 Ways Parents Can Help Their Children Buy HomesRISMEDIA, Feb. 26, 2008-(MCT)-With today’s turmoil in the housing market, hitting up mom and dad for a down payment may be a young buyer’s best route to homeownership. It’s hard for the younger generation to become first-time home buyers today as they ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2008/02/26/is-this-the-right-time-to-buy-here-are-several-smart-ways-to-help-someone-maybe-your-kids-become-first-time-buyers/ Despite all the national news coverage about real estate downturns, the Greenwich real estate market remains steady.  The following charts compare 2006 to 2007 sales activity at the end of each year:  Single Family Homes 2006 2007 % Change Active Listings 379 410 8+ Current Contracts 95 51 53- Solds 600 630 4+ Average Sales Price $2,687,400 $3,009,681 12+ Median Sales Price $2,001,240 $2,175,000 8.7+         Condos 2006 2007 % Change Active Listings 175 172 2- Current Contracts 28 27 3- Solds 213 182 12- Average Sales Price $919,820   $1,026,800 11.6+ Median Sales Price $720,000 $757,500 5.2+          It’s true that ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2008/01/03/greenwich-real-estate-sales-activity-2006-vs-2007/ The Greenwich Association of Realtors began their annual fundraising drive for the United Way of Greenwich in mid-October.  As co-chair of the drive along with Kathy Adams, we are aiming for 100% participation to support this very important organization.  As of November 30, 2007, 45 agents have contributed more than ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2007/12/11/united-way-community-campaign-update/ The Greenwich Association of Realtors began their annual fundraising drive for the United Way of Greenwich in mid-October.  As co-chair of the drive along with Kathy Adams, we are aiming for 100% participation to support this very important organization. The United Way is the leading health and human service organization in ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2007/11/20/united-way-fundraising-drive/ The Spring Market is often viewed as the best time to sell your house or buy a new one.  Whether you are buying or selling, spring brings the peak of real estate activity in Greenwich.  If you want to make a move in 2008, don't wait too long--the Spring Market ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2007/11/01/waiting-for-the-spring-market/ Over the years, I've built and/or renovated too many homes and drawn upon my experience to assist builder clients, buyers and sellers alike.  I'm really good at spending other people's money!  But I love homes and although I'm not a decorator, I see so many beautiful homes in Greenwich and ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2007/10/18/if-youre-updating-your-home-check-this-out-first/ I've been saying for years that Greenwich is a micro market and not subject to the vagaries of the national real estate market.  Of course, I'm not selling newspapers or TV advertising airtime, so there's no need for me to use the scare tactics of yellow journalism.  Here's an interesting ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2007/08/20/home-prices/  From www.GreenwichTime.com: By Kenneth Harney Published August 10 2007 WASHINGTON - Though real estate sales and prices are flat or down in dozens of metropolitan areas, micro-markets within them are performing very differently: Prices and sales are up this year over last, and plenty of buyers still want to move in. Call them real ... http://thegreenwichblog.com/realestate/2007/08/10/markets-bucking-the-trends/