The 2012 outlook is improving modestly from a very disappointing 2011. In fact…"The L/A area has turned a new housing corner, according to a national trade group. The Feb update of the National Association of Builder's First American Improving Markets Index added the Twin cities metro area for the first time. It's criteria: six consecutive months' worth of improving housing permits, housing prices and employment figures. L-A is the only metro area in Maine on the list of 98 metro areas around the country. L-A hit a low in permits in June 2011 and has grown 16% since, a low in prices in Jan 2011 and has grown 1.4% since and a low of employment in June 2011 and has grown 3.8% since. Material prices have held steady and mortgage rates are around 4%. What a great positive thing for L/A to be seeing increased interest. Right now is a great time to buy, if you can afford it." ( Taken from an article in the SunJournal by Kathryn Skelton,2-16-12 ) Also, there's a rumor that the housing crisis may come to a halt at the end of 2012 as the banks loosen their credit standards and start giving buyers loans to buy homes. The loan to value ratios are also loosening. That's a great sign to see banks and buyers working together to fuel the economy. Look at the inventory of affordable homes we have and give us a call. I am sure we can find just the right one for you Let's keep this trend going.
Should you have any questions on these statistics and you want more information on the Androscoggin county market please call me at 207-795-9652
ZIP Code: 04282 Location Characteristics: Turner, the oldest municipality in the county, is a rural community of forested hills, rolling fields,and family farms, located on the northern border of Auburn. It has over 200 years of agricultural history and produces apples, cranberries, eggs, dairy products, and numerous forest products. Its eastern border is formed by the Androscoggin River, on the shores of which lie over 2,000 acres of state-managed land. This area provides four seasons of recreational opportunities, and an adjacent boat launch provides exceptional access to the river. Square Miles 62 Population 4,972 Distance from Lewiston 12 Miles
