January 14, 2009
“Mortgage loan applications bounced back last week as rates fell and end-of-the-year holiday hoopla faded,” according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
The Mortgage Bankers Association’s weekly index of volume rose to 1,324.8, an increase of 15.8 percent from 1,143.8 the previous week.
Refinances continued to dominate the applications with 85.3 percent of the loans being refinances, up from 79.8 percent the previous week according to the report.
Interest rates continued to decrease:
- 30-year fixed-rate mortgages decreased to 4.89 percent from 5.07 percent;
- 15-year fixed-rate mortgages decreased to 4.63 percent from 4.67 percent;
- 1-year ARMs decreased to 5.89 percent from 5.90 percent.
If you are looking to purchase a home in the Greater Athens area, please feel free to use this link to Search the Athens MLS! While on the Georgia MLS you can search for homes, create a User account to save favorite property searches, email property searches to friends and family, or request more information!
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Posted by hankbailey
January 14, 2009
Since my Goal is to Exceed the expectations of today’s Internet home shopper
by offering the latest in property searching technologies,
AthensGaHomesForSale.com now offers MapTracks!
Feature Summary:
*Instant display of the top matching properties directly on the map
*Property count within selected map area updates automatically as additional search criteria are selected
*While selecting search criteria, the map updates automatically showing only properties that match
*Map NavigatorSM allows users to quickly, easily and accurately move about a selected geographic region
without having to repeatedly zoom in and out
*HouseOverSM allows users to mouse-over property icons to instantly see thumbnail photos and
summary information. Click on the summary information for complete property details
*Click “Go to Search Results”to see all matching properties
*Click “Save this Search”to receive listing notifications by email when new listings match selected search criteria,
including selected map area
To try out MapTracks please click on the link below for the Athens MLS. Also, if you are looking to purchase a home in the Greater Athens area, please feel free to use this link to Search the Athens MLS using Map Tracks! While on the Georgia MLS you can search for homes, create a User account to save favorite property searches, email property searches to friends and family, or request more information! |
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Posted by hankbailey
January 14, 2009
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has named Athens Georgia, our “Classic City” as a Member of its 2009 Dozen Distinctive Destinations!
They point out that “the vibrant city of Athens, Georgia, is known for its distinct blend of traditional heritage and trend-setting southern culture, a mix of historic attractions, a dynamic downtown and a lively music scene. Athens, called the “classic city” because of its name and neo-classical architecture, is home to the University of Georgia and a growing artistic community.”
The National Historic Trust goes on to note the architecture of Athens and that there are 16 neighborhoods registered with the National Register of Historic Places. These include four (4) houses that are operating museums open for daily tours. There are also more than 20 African American heritage sites, and Athens is a part of the Antebellum Trail. From its architecture to the number of Confederate leaders whose homes where located in one of its many historic districts, Athens is a hotbed of Southern American heritage.
Whether you live in Athens or are considering a visit, Athens is a featured location on regional driving trails, including the Civil War Heartland Trail, which includes the world’s only double-barreled cannon as well as the Cook and Brothers Armory, where Civil War rifles were manufactured.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation ended up its comments on our town by noting, “For nearly 30 years, the revitalization and preservation of downtown Athens has kept the district pulsing with energy from morning through night. The restored Victorian-era buildings that line the heart of the downtown area house an eclectic mix of more than 70 specialty retailers, 60 popular eateries and 50 taverns and nightspots.”
If you are looking to purchase a home in the Greater Athens area, please feel free to use this link to Search the Athens MLS! While on the Georgia MLS you can search for homes, create a User account to save favorite property searches, email property searches to friends and family, or request more information!
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