Mortgage rates take big plunge
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Mortgage rates just took a major drop from about 7% to 6.49%, likely saving home buyers hundreds of dollars on monthly payments. The drop came after bad employment news. Weaker employment, when combined with increasing inflation that we are seeing, creates a worrisome economic situation that may lead to very-difficult-to-remedy… Read More
Will the anticipated Silver Tsunami turn into a tiny wave?
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Will the so-called Silver Tsunami save younger buyers who seek to crack homeowner barriers created by high prices and high interest rates? The Silver Tsunami in the housing market refers to a projected increase in housing supply as the large aging baby-boomer generation moves from their large single family homes,… Read More
What is the best HVAC solution for heating and cooling just a single room or area of your home?
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The mini-split system – the residential stalwart – versus the commercially-developed PTAC technology… A mini split HVAC typically sits high on a wall and are less intrusive-looking than PTAC systems. In one corner: The electric mini split is the established contender in the residential market for heating a room… Read More
Plymouth pickleball: Where to play and how to find partners
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With the hot summer-temperatures subsiding, the time has come to play (or learn) pickleball outside. All you need is a paddle, since other “pickup players” who you meet at the courts will have pickleballs. (You can also buy an inexpensive pickleball set of four paddles and balls through Amazon.) Play… Read More
Are you recycling correctly?
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I bet you are recycling wrong! Last year, I had written a two-part series for The Plymouth Independent on recycling. Yet, I had to refer back to one of the articles to refresh my own (pathetic) memory. The article contained this picture of cups (from RecycleSmart.org), asking which cups… Read More
PLYMOUTH’s MUSIC SCENE: You can’t always get what you want, but if you try you get what you need
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Plymouth lacks a large modern music center to attract big names and big bands. Yet the town compensates with many other venues to get your fix for live musical performances. Beyond downtown and waterfront bars that feature 1- to 3-person musicians, Plymouth has two principal music venues: Memorial Hall and… Read More
Mortgage purchase applications surge in July: A great sign for the housing market as we move toward a balance between sellers and buyers
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Shocking analysts, mortgage purchase applications, recently released, actually grew 25% year-over-year. Growing purchase applications relate to a spurt in home sales – or at least the number of homes that will soon go under contract and eventually close. (Of course, mortgage purchase applications cannot capture the smaller percentage of homes… Read More
Residential elevators increase in popularity, offering possible solution for 55+ homeowners
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55+ homeowners opting to age in place may want to consider installing a residential elevator as an alternative to climbing stairs. Even if not yet ready for an elevator, you may want to act proactively. Research now the pros and cons of the two major types of residential elevators as… Read More
Why this summer may be a great time to buy a home
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As a long-time real-estate agent, I’m taught never to sell, but to come to you from contribution. I know that someone must like and trust me first before he or she will engage with me. So while this following argument appears self-serving, how can I convince you it’s true? 😊… Read More
Good news: Purchase applications for mortgages on the rise
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The local and national real-estate markets are moving from a Covid-caused home-appreciation frenzy to a more balanced market. While homes for sale remain in short supply locally, days on market are increasing steadily, as are normal price decreases. And multiple-offer situations are rare – not the rule. Purchase applications for… Read More