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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords 2014 Spring Concert at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat on May 17th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by attending the Middle...
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By Minna Reid, Associate Broker
(Reid Real Estate Group LLC)
See Details View All Photos Request Showing Request More Info Map View Contact Agent   46 Marlborough Street Portland, Connecticut 06480 MLS#: G681669 $115,000 Single-Family Home Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Square Feet: 1261 Lot Size: .24 acres Year Built: 1920 School District: BOE View More Details Agent: Minna Reid Team Leader - Reid Real Estate Group 860 416 1255 Keller Williams Realty 29 South Main Street West Hartford CT 06107     Equal Housing Opportunity
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  Spring is here and that means it is time for the Middlesex Chamber Of Commerce 2014 Golf Tournament.  This year the golf tournament will be held at the Portland Golf Club on May 2nd. The Middlesex Chamber Of Commerce Golf Tournament is a very popular event and has already been sold out.  However, Golfers do drop out due to unforeseen circumstances, so those who are not registered and would like to play need to get their name on the waiting list quickly. The Middlesex Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Committee is looking for additional sponsors, so this is an excellent opportunity to advertise you company at this very popular event.  The Golf Committee is also looking gift donations to be raffled off at the tournament. All those who are interested in playing, being a sponsor, or do...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  The Middlesex Chamber Real Estate Council is always looking for ways to create opportunities for members to network and socialize with one another.  Since one of the favorite event activities for Realtors and Agents is to eat and drink, the Middlesex Chamber Real Estate Council Thirsty Thursday March 13, 2014 should be very well attend. The Middlesex Chamber Real Estate Council "Thirsty Thursdays" are held at different locations each month.  This month's Thirsty Thursday will be held at" Farrell's Restaurant 245 Marlborough Street Portland, CT 06480 March 13, 20144:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.   If you can't make it to this months Thirsty Thursday will be in April as well, so keep an eye out for that post.  Members and none members are welcome, so come and enjoy some some plain old fun, and ...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
Portland, CT Little League Registration Is Now Open For The 2014 Season for all divisions.  Parents must must register their children with the Portland, CT Little League not only for them to be eligible to play in the Spring, but also for players to be allowed to participate in any off-season clinics or skills evaluations.  Online registration is fast and simple, all parents have to do in go to  www.portlandctlittleleague.org to register. The website will automatically determine which division players should registered in.  However if parents want to check first what division their child will be registered in, they can go to the Little League online age calculator here . Little league is a great organization, and all kids are eligible to play regardless of their skill level.  Both my bo...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords Winter Concert 2013 at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat tomorrow Sunday December 15th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to local High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a career in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by atte...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
 The Portland Fair In Connecticut 2013, is the last Fair of the year in Connecticut that I am aware of. The Portland Fair, in Portland Connecticut has a little bit of something for every member of the family. There will be: Exhibits: Farm Animals Farm Equipment Crafts Vegetables & Fruits Entertainment: Performers such as: The Michael Cleary Band Faith Ziegler Addison Station The Glamour Girls Guns Mike Paragons Tractor Pulls Animal Pulls Animal Acts Carnival Rides Carnival Games And of course my favorite, FOOD So if you have not had the opportunity to enjoy a Fair yet this year, take a ride to the Portland Fair In Connecticut 2013 this weekend and enjoy one of the best little Fairs in Connecticut.   ******************************************************************************  Info ab...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  Summer Fun At YMCA Camp Ingersoll.  Summer Camps are very popular for kids in Middletown, CT and the YMCA Camp Ingersoll is one of the most popular Day Camps.  My oldest son Matthew who is on my team at McCue Mortgage, worked at Camp Ingersoll every Summer that he was in College, so I am very familiar with the camp.  The YMCA Camp Ingersoll provides a number of activities for kids from 1st Grade through High School.  Activities are structured to be age appropriate, and children are placed in small groups, so they are very well supervised.  Campers not only make new friends, they also learn about nature, and acquire skills that will serve them for a life time. YMCA Camp Ingersoll is located on Jobs Pond in Portland, CT on 77 acres, so there is a lot of room to accommodate large number ...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords Spring Concert 2013 at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  I have always enjoyed the performances that I have attended in the past.  So if you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat on May 11th. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords are donated to loacal High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a carreer in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by attending the Middl...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  Don't miss the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords Winter Concert at the Portland High School, Portland, CT.  If you have not heard the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, then you are in for a treat on December 2nd. The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords perform a wide variety of music such as: Patriotic Songs Classical Songs Songs from the 1940's to the present Christmas & Hanukkah Songs The majority of the funds raised by the Middlesex Hopital Vocal Chords are donated to loacal High Schools to fund grants for their senior students who are pursuing a carreer in nursing or music.  This is an excellent opportunity to help local High School Students achieve their dream both in Nursing and Music, by attending the Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords Winter Concert on December 2, 2012, at the Portland...
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By Pat & Wayne Harriman, Broker/Owners, Wallingford CT Real Estate
(Harriman Real Estate, LLC (203) 672-4499)
A New Addition to the 2012 CT Wine Trail Last Sunday was the deadline for turning in our CT Wine Trail passports, and we needed one more stamp to qualify for the prize drawings. So, we figured what better way to complete our trip through the wine trail than by staying close to home and visiting the newest member of the trail, Arrigoni Winery in Portland! Arrigoni Winery Just minutes from the Arrigoni Bridge, Middletown and Route 9, Arrigoni Winery is firmly planted in the Connecticut River Valley in Portland’s “Gifts from the Heart” plaza. You’ll know you’re there by the huge wine cask that dominates the parking area, and the jolly Santa Claus that flanks the doorway leading into the cozy gift shop and tasting room. Our tasting that day consisted of five of their signature wines, accom...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  The Portland Fair In Connecticut, is probably the last Fair of the year in Connecticut.  I say that it might be the last Fair of the year in Connecticut, because I am not aware of any others that will be going on beyond this coming weekend. The Portland Fair In Connecticut will have all the fixings that all Fairs have.  There will be: Exhibits: Farm Animals Farm Equipment Crafts Vegetables & Fruits Entertainment: Performers such as the Michael Cleary Band Tractor Pulls Animal Pulls Animal Acts Carnival Rides Carnival Games And of course my favorite FOOD So if you have not had the opportunity to enjoy a Fair yet this year, take a ride to the Portland Fair In Connecticut this weekend and enjoy one of the best little Fairs around.   ******************************************************...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
  Portland Connecticut Football & Cheer.  It is not to late, if you live in Portland, Connecticut, and have a child between the ages of 6 - 13, you can still sign them up for Football and Cheerleading. This is an opportunity to get your son or daughter involved in a community sports program, and make some new friends.  And who knows may be it is your son that wants to Cheer, and your daughter wants to play Football. Portland Connecticut Football & Cheer registration will not be open to much longer, so make sure you call (860) 343-9467 right away, or go on the their website at www.panthersyouthfootball.com today!!!   ************************************************************************************* Info about the author: George Souto is a Loan Officer who can assist you with all your...
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By George Souto, Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert
(George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority USDA Mortgages In Portland CT is a combination of both a Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) Mortgage and a Rural Development USDA Mortgage.  CHFA/USDA is funded by CHFA, but insured by USDA. As a result this Loan Program has to meet the stricter of the two Loan Program Guidelines except for Downpayment and Monthly Mortgage Insurance (PMI). The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority USDA Mortgages In Portland CT is available in not only Portland, CT but also in all Connecticut towns that are colored green in the map above.  CHFA/USDA Mortgage Program consist of the following: Is for First Time Homebuyers only unless the town has a targeted area Does require any Downpayment.  It is truly a 100% finance loan program Has same low interest ...
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By Linda Edelwich, Serving Glastonbury & Beyond | 218 New London Trnk
(William Raveis Real Estate)
Portland CT: Average price of sold properties and the price per square foot range. As we prepare for the spring market here in Portland CT, I prepared a market analysis of the current market from Feb 2011 through Feb 2012. If you are looking to sell or buy a home here in Portland CT, be sure to call me for up to the minute trends and inventory. DescriptionFeb 11Mar 11Apr 11May 11Jun 11Jul 11Aug 11Sep 11Oct 11Nov 11Dec 11Jan 12Feb 12 Sold Average Price 239 218 208 308 212 202 214 195 245 207 270 139   Price per Sq Feet 155 121 127 139 146 165 131 121 129 132 142 130    
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By Linda Edelwich, Serving Glastonbury & Beyond | 218 New London Trnk
(William Raveis Real Estate)
Location is Key! Overview Maps Photos Description Tour Neighborhood $399,900 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 2,853 sqftLot: 1.17 acre(s) Location 26 Rustic TerracePortland Ct, CT 06480USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: linda edelwich (860) 8183610lae135@cox.nethttp://activerain.com Listed by: Linda Edelwich, Coldwell Banker Our recent listings Location is Key!Single Family Residential for $389,900 in East Hampton, CTGreat Value for Move in ready! Subscribe to our listing feed Nearby properties for sale
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By Linda Edelwich, Serving Glastonbury & Beyond | 218 New London Trnk
(William Raveis Real Estate)
Trending Versus*:   Trending Versus*: Market Profile & Trends OverviewMonthLML3MPYMLYYTDPriorYTDPriorYear Median List Price of all Current Listings $272,400 -3%   10%         Average List Price of all Current Listings $297,490 -3%   0%         December Median Sales Price $253,500 21% 21% 3% 9% $202,000 -14% -13% December Average Sales Price $270,250 31% 16% 7% 10% $229,678 -7% -7% Total Properties Currently for Sale (Inventory) 64 -7%   -2%         December Number of Properties Sold 6 -40%   0%   75 -10%   December Average Days on Market (Solds) 116 15% 30% 68% 73% 95 46% 42% Asking Price per Square Foot (based on New Listings) $140 5% -1% 24% -5% $144 -3% -3% December Sold Price per Square Foot $142 8% 8% 1% 1% $135 -4% -4% December Month's Supply of Inventory 10.7 55% 32% -2% 2% 21.0...
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 In 2011 there were 75 closed residential sales in Portland, Connecticut.  Here is the snapshot: 7 of these were short sales.  Approximately 9.3% of all sales.   Currently, there are 69 Active or under deposit Residential listings in Portland.  Here is the snapshot: 7 of these Active or under contract listings are short sales, or 10.1%   Need to sell your home? Why settle for less than 5 stars? 2011 and 2012 Connecticut Magazine 5 star real estate agent!            
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By Linda Edelwich, Serving Glastonbury & Beyond | 218 New London Trnk
(William Raveis Real Estate)
July Property sales were 2, down -33.3% from 3 in July of 2010 and -75.0% lower than the 8 sales last month. July 2011 sales were at their lowest level compared to July of 2010 and 2009. July YTD sales of 30 are running -38.8% behind last year's year-to-date sales of 49.   The Median Sales Price in July was $201,750, down -15.2% from $238,000 in July of 2010 and up 1.9% from $198,000 last month. The Average Sales Price in July was $201,750, down -6.6% from $216,000 in July of 2010 and down -4.7% from $211,706 last month. July 2011 ASP was at the lowest level compared to July of 2010 and 2009.   The Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of July was 88, up 1.1% from 87 last month and up 51.7% from 58 in July of last year. July 2011 Inventory was at highest level compared to ...
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By Valerie Osterhoudt, ABR, Cromwell, CT Real Estate ~ 860.883.8889
(Johnson Real Estate, Inc.)
Portland CT Market Report for February 2011   My market report gives you the real estate activity for the town of Portland CT for the month of February.  Portland is a great residential town with easy access into Hartford, and is an excellent location for first time home-buyers because of the values of the homes.  If you are a seller and are strongly thinking of putting your home on the market, I would encourage you to see what your property is worth.   If you are looking to purchase a home, now is an excellent time to do so.  Real estate in Middlesex County is an excellent investment, prices or at their best, the selection is great, and the rates are still low.     Please feel free to call me for any of your real estate needs, whether you are a seller, or purchasing a home.  860.883.88...
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