Recession

Realistic Expectations About Low-Ball Offers

Posted on Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 by +

How often do low-ball offers work?  Let’s ask it a different way, “How often have buyers been able to get a big discount off of the list price?” In a good market? Very rarely. In a weak market? More frequently, but not as often as you might think.

The Fiscal Cliff and Housing

Posted on Tuesday, November 27th, 2012 by +

William Raveis reviews how you and the overall housing market will be impacted by the fiscal cliff.

Halftime in America

Posted on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 by +

Clint Eastwood’s “Halftime in America” ad is relevant to the struggles individuals and families have faced in the housing market. But they are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

Short Sales Can Be Tricky

Posted on Thursday, August 25th, 2011 by +

William Raveis Sales Vice President, Patty McCarthy, talks about some of the difficulties short sales can present.  As she tells you, short sales aren’t for the faint of heart!  However, if you are patient, there could be a good deal out there waiting for you.  Check out Patty’s video for more.

Downsizing? 9 Sources to Help You Make The Move

Posted on Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 by +

William Raveis agent, Barbara Kattman, talks about 9 sources that will help homeowners downsize or declutter their home.

Raveis Agent Says…7 Green Tips to Save You Money this Winter Part II

Posted on Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by +

Frustrated with those astronomically high water and heating bills? David Popoff, an LEED certified real estate agent for William Raveis Real Estate in Connecticut, gives some great advice on low cost, energy efficient solutions to use in your home during the winter months.

Buying a House In a Recession

Posted on Friday, September 11th, 2009 by +

Bill Raveis equates today’s marketplace with past recessions and discusses the advantages of buying in a recessionary period.

Real Estate Outlook with Bill Raveis

Posted on Monday, August 24th, 2009 by +

Doris Ghitelman asked expert Bill Raveis to share his perspective on the real estate market outlook.

William Raveis Reflects on the Marketplace

Posted on Sunday, March 1st, 2009 by +

William Raveis Reflects on the Marketplace An Interview with Bill Raveis In the longest lasting recession on record, with waves of foreclosures increasing, housing sales plummeting, Wall Street exploding and real estate firms closing their doors, there is one major company that continues to expand… William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance, a firm led [...]