Connecticut Financing Update and Today's Mortgage Rates 1/11/2014

Rates dropped for the third consecutive week.  Current rates compared to a year ago today are about 1 full % point higher.  The 10 year treasury is at 2.80%.  In recent months rates have been going higher and higher since early May.  Anyone looking to close within the next short term period then you might be better off locking into a rate now.

Today's Mortgage Rates

Conventional 30 year fixed          4.625%             APR 4.685%

Conventional 15 year fixed          3.75%               APR 3.815%

The above rates are based on a loan amount of $417,000 for a single family home, a borrower’s middle credit score of 780 and a 20% down payment.  If you would like a customized rate quote for your own specific loan scenario then please feel free to email me at nima@primeres.com or call me directly at 203.913.6016.

This is not an offer for extension of credit or a commitment to lend. All loans must satisfy company underwriting guidelines. Information and pricing are subject to change at any time and without notice. This is not an offer to enter into a rate lock agreement under any applicable law.

As a lending professional, Nima Rezvan meets a wide range of real estate lending needs, whether it be a first time purchase, second home purchase, or refinance. He welcomes the opportunity to serve your needs with quick and accurate real estate financing advice. With his expertise and knowledge, he will make sure you understand the features associated with the loan program you choose and that it meets your unique financial situation.

With more than 10 years of mortgage lending experience, Nima specializes in  Conventional Mortgages,  Jumbo Loan Financing, Refinance, First Time Home Buyers and Federal Housing Administration/Veterans' Administration (FHA/VA)

782 Clinton Avenue

Bridgeport, CT 06604

Phone: 203.913.6016

Email: nima@primeres.com

"When You Deserve the Best, You Deserve Judy"

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 The Featured Home of the Week is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home at 20 Hickory Drive, Westport  for just $549,900. See the virtual tour HERE 

 .....or better yet, call Judy to schedule an appointment to see it!

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 Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like: Find out more about Judy here

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The Yellow Dog Project- It's for Everyone's Safety

Yes, it's unlike us to post something unrelated to real estate but this is important. Tie a yellow ribbon around your dog's collar when you are out for a walk to alert others to stay away if your dog is excitable and jumpy, nervous around people, or not friendly around strangers.

The yellow ribbon carries a lot of significance- yellow  means remembrance, and amber (yellow) is also the caution signal on traffic lights.  It's simple-

 Remember to exercise caution when seeing a yellow ribbon on a dog leash.

The original thought comes from www.theyellowdogproject.com .

Please spread the word to dog owners and dog lovers , and to any parents you know who have children who love dogs.

more information- I love Dogs Site

 Thanks and be safe!

"When You Deserve the Best, You Deserve Judy"

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 The Featured Home of the Week is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home at 20 Hickory Drive, Westport  for just $549,900. See the virtual tour HERE 

 .....or better yet, call Judy to schedule an appointment to see it!

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 Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like: Find out more about Judy here

www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY

Happy New Year! A Prosperous 2014 is Almost Here!

A special wish for my family, friends, clients, followers and fans - May 2014 bring you happiness , health and prosperity, and all the things you desire.

Connecticut Financing Update and Today's Mortgage Rates 12/29/13

Rates are creeping up as we enter the new year.  We have reached 2013 highs and the new year is surely to bring even higher rates according to some financial analysts on CNBC.  Current rates compared to a year ago today are about 1 full percentage point higher.  The 10 year treasury is at 3.01%.  In recent months rates have been going higher and higher since early May.  Anyone looking to close within the next short term period then you might be better off locking into a rate now.

Today's Mortgage Rates

Conventional 30 year fixed          4.875%    APR 4.932%

Conventional 15 year fixed          4%           APR 4.094%

The above rates are based on a loan amount of $417,000 for a single family home, a borrower’s middle credit score of 780 and a 20% down payment.  If you would like a customized rate quote for your own specific loan scenario then please feel free to email me at nima@primeres.com or call me directly at 203.913.6016.

This is not an offer for extension of credit or a commitment to lend. All loans must satisfy company underwriting guidelines. Information and pricing are subject to change at any time and without notice. This is not an offer to enter into a rate lock agreement under any applicable law.

As a lending professional, Nima Rezvan meets a wide range of real estate lending needs, whether it be a first time purchase, second home purchase, or refinance. He welcomes the opportunity to serve your needs with quick and accurate real estate financing advice. With his expertise and knowledge, he will make sure you understand the features associated with the loan program you choose and that it meets your unique financial situation.

With more than 10 years of mortgage lending experience, Nima specializes in  Conventional Mortgages,  Jumbo Loan Financing, Refinance, First Time Home Buyers and Federal Housing Administration/Veterans' Administration (FHA/VA)

782 Clinton Avenue

Bridgeport, CT 06604

Phone: 203.913.6016

Email: nima@primeres.com

"When You Deserve the Best, You Deserve Judy"

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

 The Featured Home of the Week is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home at 20 Hickory Drive, Westport  for just $549,900. See the virtual tour HERE 

 .....or better yet, call Judy to schedule an appointment to see it!

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

 Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like: Find out more about Judy here

www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY

Now in the USA's Top 1% of Real Estate Blogs-Our Own TheCTrealtyBlog

Thank you! We made it to the top 1 percent of all real estate related blogs in the entire country!  We are honored and humbled that our very own real estate site TheCTrealtyBlog.com  has climbed up the ranks within the Top 100 Business/Real Estate Blogs  to achieve this honor.

Technorati currently indexes over 150 million blogs and ranks them according to authority, relevancy, and clout within its industry sector.  The name Technorati is a blend of the words technology and literati, which invokes the notion of technological intelligence or intellectualism.

For all the millions of blogs on this premier ranking site, we also rank tops under the following searches:

Here's our local standings, based on geography alone, according to Technorati.

#1 Fairfield County CT
#1 Easton CT
#1 Fairfield CT
#1 Trumbull CT
#1 Westport CT

...........and that's with many thanks to you, our loyal readers.

We remain the only real estate blog in Connecticut to make this Category's Top 100, and  by reading our Blog, you are certainly in good company. Other blogs in the Business/Real Estate Top 100 list includes such notable real estate and finance blogs as and WSJ.com Developments,  Mortgage101, and The Realtor.com blog .

To get the most from theCTrealtyBlog, sign up for the RSS Feed to get updates on new posts, the latest news and hottest listings. You can also  follow us on Facebook or Twitter for updates as well. Visit any of our local town blogs for up to the minute real estate market statistics and forecasts for Easton, Fairfield, Norwalk, Trumbull and Westport.

The CT Realty Blog was founded by Broker Judy Szablak, a successful Fairfield County Connecticut Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, who specializes in representing sellers and buyers in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

Get the visibility that only one agent can give you- That's Judy, the agent with "Authority".

"When You Deserve the Best, You Deserve Judy"

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 The Featured Home of the Week is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home at 20 Hickory Drive, Westport  for just $549,900. See the virtual tour HERE 

 .....or better yet, call Judy to schedule an appointment to see it!

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

 Buying or Selling a Home in Fairfield County?  Contact us!

If you have a question about buying or selling Real Estate in  Fairfield County, and are in need of representation, I invite you to contact me. I know the market like the back of my hand, know marketing inside and out, am a skilled negotiator- and I'd love to be on your side :) - Judy

Search for properties on any of our sites, or get the very best visibility available for your home. Visit us online wherever you like: Find out more about Judy here

www.CThomesAndRealEstate.com      www.TheCTrealtyBlog.com     www.TheCTRB.com    and   www.CTfeaturedHomes.com 

 Email us or  call Toll Free (855) GET-JUDY