Archive for July, 2009

Worried about foreclosure on your Andover home?

Friday, July 31st, 2009 Posted in Real Estate Buyers and Sellers, Short Sale | Comments Off

Sometimes you have no choice...you have to sell your home but you owe more money on your home than you can sell it for in the current real estate market here in ... Read more..

Has the Andover Real Estate Market Stabilized?

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 Posted in Andover Real Estate, Home Value, Market Data | 1 Comment »

Home prices are up for the first time in 3 years reports CNN.Money.com.  This is encouraging news which should help both home buyers and home sellers in Andover, North Andover and ... Read more..

Even Woodchucks Know It’s a Good Time to Find a Home in Andover!

Monday, July 27th, 2009 Posted in Real Estate Buyers and Sellers | Comments Off

Even woodchucks know its a good time to find a new home in Andover!  But unlike these critters, if your thinking about buying a home, you need know how much of ... Read more..

Andover First-Time Home buyers $8,000 Tax Credit Expires Soon

Friday, July 24th, 2009 Posted in Real Estate Buyers and Sellers | Comments Off

You've heard about it...you've read about it...but do you know that the tax credit for first time homebuyers expires on December 1, 2009?  That means you MUST close on your ... Read more..

Andover Home for Sale–New Price!

Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 Posted in Andover, Buyers, Featured Listings, First-time homebuyers | Comments Off

New price $329,900!  If you just drive by you’ll never see the surprisingly peaceful backyard retreat that comes with this charming Cape style home.  From top to bottom this bright and ... Read more..

Mortgage rates in Andover and North Andover are falling!

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 Posted in Financing Options, Mortgages, Real Estate Buyers and Sellers | Comments Off

Although mortgage rates are still above the record lows, mortgage interest rates have been falling. Rates rose this past June due to the yields on climbing long-term government debt. Investors became concerned that large amounts ... Read more..

Home for sale in Andover….new to market!

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 Posted in Andover, Featured Listings | Comments Off

One level living in a popular Andover. Located near town, shops and schools this home is ready for your decorating style and TLC.  Offered at $379,900 the home is a great ... Read more..

Taking a vacation? Protect your home in Andover or North Andover from burglary while you’re away.

Monday, July 13th, 2009 Posted in Andover, Home Improvement, North Andover | Comments Off

The kids are finally out of school here in Andover and North Andover and you may be planning a fun family vacation! Before you go, take some time to think about the best ways to ... Read more..

How to Keep Your Computer Safe–Identity Theft Part 3

Friday, July 10th, 2009 Posted in Real Estate Buyers and Sellers | Comments Off

Many people are afraid thieves will somehow get their information off of the computer. This is possible for them to do, but there are ways to protect yourself. Some people ... Read more..

How To Make Sure Identity Theft Never Happens To You-Identity Theft Part 2

Thursday, July 9th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Statistics show that around 5% of reported identity theft case victims are children. The reason your child is a target is because the crime will very likely go undetected for years. Most do not ... Read more..