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Friday,
May 31, 2002
THIS WEEK'S FEATURE:
Agents on the hunt for homes to sell
A huge demand for housing, coupled with a short supply, means more brokers are actively soliciting properties to list. (5.24.02)
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Revaluation not a way of increasing property tax
You pay more in taxes only if your home's value goes up more than the average increase in town. (Pub. May 26, 2002)
Homeowners may be ripe for tax reform
Revaluations have some property taxes soaring - especially in coastal Maine. The tax bills might spark a grassroots backlash. (Pub. May 26, 2002)
Town eyes expansion limit based on water
WINDHAM — The town is considering the unusual step of limiting or restricting development where groundwater supplies are low. (Pub. April 21, 2002)
More news....
Roof repairs will be needed, sometime
A number of variables determine how long a roof will last. (5.17.02)
Make your home 'poison safe'
One of the most critical things you can do for a child (and for yourself) is to make your home "poison safe." (3.31.02)
more on home care...
Raised beds solve some common gardening problems
One way gardeners cope with less than ideal native soil is by stepping above it — literally — and creating raised beds of soil. (5.3.02)
Ponds of Pleasure
Water gardens can be any size, but watch out: They can be very addictive. (4.21.02)
The time is ripe
If you have an itch to plant a vegetable garden and late May seems too far distant, go ahead and scratch it. (4.30.02)
more on garden care...
Agents on the hunt for homes to sell
A huge demand for housing, coupled with a short supply, means more brokers are actively soliciting properties to list. (5.24.02)
Re-Using Churches
Most buyers prefer the full package, although lenders often will settle for something less. (4.21.02)
Appraisals come in several different levels
Most buyers prefer the full package, although lenders often will settle for something less. (4.5.02)
more on buying, renting or building a home...
Condominium conversions gain popularity
Owners of apartment buildings find they can make more money by selling instead of renting. (11.16.01)
Birds give homes atmosphere, value
Put in bird-friendly native plants, keep a full bird feeder, and you will have feathered company all year long. (8.3.01)
First impressions matter: Create curb appeal
Studies show that about half of home sales are decided during the first minute at the house. (6.22.01)
more on selling or renting a home...
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