Sellers How to Stage Your Home for Maximum Impact (and a Faster Sale!) When it’s time to sell your home, you want every advantage possible to stand out in today’s competitive real estate market — and professional staging is one of the most effective tools you can use. Staging isn’t about completely redecorating your home; it’s about making strategic adjustments so potential buyers can easily envision themselves living […]
Buyers What to Look for in Your Final Walkthrough Before Closing Final Walkthrough Checklist: What to Look for Before Closing on Your New Home You’ve found the perfect home, negotiated the terms, completed inspections, and secured financing. Now you’re just days away from closing. Before you sign on the dotted line, there’s one last important step: the final walkthrough. While the final walkthrough isn’t a formal […]
Buyers How Wetlands Can Impact Your Connecticut Real Estate Transaction Understanding Wetlands in Connecticut Real Estate: What Every Buyer and Seller Should Know When looking at property in Fairfield County or anywhere in Connecticut, one term that often comes up during due diligence is “wetlands.” But what exactly is a wetland, and why does it matter in real estate? Understanding wetlands—and the laws that protect […]
Lifestyle Four Simple Upgrades That Make a Significant Impact to Your Home Looking to give your home a fresh, elevated feel without breaking the bank? Whether you’re preparing your home for sale or just want to make some changes, here are four simple upgrades that can make a big impact:  🎨 Fresh Coat of Paint: Fresh paint can liven any room, making it feel crisp, brighter and more […]
Buyers What Is Radon—and Why Should Buyers and Sellers Care? When you’re buying or selling a home, there are countless details to consider—from inspections and appraisals to closing dates and moving trucks. But one often-overlooked factor can have serious long-term consequences: radon. What Is Radon? Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that forms from the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It […]
Buyers The Roles of a Real Estate Attorney In Connecticut, real estate transactions are not just business deals—they’re legal proceedings that require the expertise of a licensed attorney. Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing property, a real estate attorney plays a pivotal role in ensuring the process is legally sound and your interests are protected.    Why Is a Real Estate Attorney Required […]
Market Updates May 2025 Market Update Spring Into May!  The month of May is chock full of activities and events like graduations, First Communions, Mother’s Day, and Memorial Day celebrations.  Cinco de Mayo is this Monday and there are plenty of places to celebrate! Don’t forget our local places like Senor Salsa, Tequila Revolution, and even Gruel Britannia in Fairfield, along […]
Market Updates April 2025 Market Update And Then There Were Four  The Women’s Final Four tournament begins tonight!  Be sure to watch the Husky women play UCLA tonight at 9 pm.  Paige Bueckers has been nothing short of extraordinary (and so fun to watch).  The Husky men were eliminated in the second round after falling to Florida. This year all four Number 1 […]
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Market Updates March 2025 Market Update March (and Market?) Madness  Signs of Spring are appearing!  Have you seen the crocus and daffodils peeking through the ground?  Buds are forming on some of the trees and bushes, birds are chirping, and the weather is changing.  We turned our clocks ahead one hour last weekend and anticipate longer, warmer days. March is full […]
Market Updates February 2025 Market Update President’s Circle  Our team has again been awarded the Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle Award, representing the top performing teams worldwide.  This could not have been possible without the trust you have placed in us to guide you through the purchase and/or sale of your homes, and the referrals you have made on our behalf.  We are humbled and […]
Market Updates January 2025 Market Update Hello 2025!!  What does the new year mean to you?  A fresh start?  New goals and intentions?  Resolutions?  For many, the new year prompts a flurry of cleaning, decluttering, and re-organizing. There is no shortage of things to do with kids and family this month, both in and outdoors, locally and all over Connecticut.  Whether […]
Market Updates October 2024 Market Update It’s Fall y’all!  The temperatures are cooling and the leaves have started to change colors and fall from the trees.  What does Autumn mean to you?  Pumpkin spice?  Corn mazes, pumpkins, and apple cider?  Football and chili?  October is the perfect time to get outside and experience the beautiful fall foliage and all of the farms […]
Market Updates Summer 2024 Market Update And just like that, summer is over and the kids are heading back to school.  How does summer seem to fly by so fast each year?  We hope you have some fun/relaxing plans for Labor Day Weekend. Newtown is hosting the ONLY Labor Day parade in the state of Connecticut on Monday, September 2nd beginning […]
Market Updates July 2024 Market Update School is out and summer is officially underway.  If you’re traveling, we wish you a safe and happy trip.   If you’re hanging out at home this month there are a lot of options to have fun.  Independence Day is Thursday and the fireworks celebrations started last week in some towns.  Note that Weston and Wilton’s fireworks […]
Market Updates June 2024 Market Update Happy Homeownership Month!  June is the inaugural month of summer, welcoming in longer, warmer days, sunshine, and lush green landscapes adorned with flowers.  It’s also the time to celebrate the American Dream by recognizing National Homeownership Month.  Homeownership is more than just a roof over your head.  It’s a key component of the American Dream and […]
Market Updates May 2024 Market Update Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, and Monopoles  The month of May is full of activities and events like graduations, First Communions, Mother’s Day, and Memorial Day celebrations.  Cinco de Mayo is this weekend and there are plenty of places to celebrate!  Check the link below for places throughout Connecticut, and don’t forget our other local places like […]
Buyers What is Credit and Why It’s Important What’s a credit score?  There are few numbers in life that matter as much to your financial health as your credit score.  Your credit report and rating compose a financial snapshot that presents you to the business world. Your financial history can affect how easily you can get a mortgage, rent an apartment, make big-ticket […]
Market Updates Market Update – April 2024 Earthquakes, Huskies, and a Solar Eclipse The past week has been very exciting!  How often do you experience an earthquake (what?!), solar eclipse, and a national championship all in one week?  The UCONN women and men’s teams both advanced to the Final Four together for the first time in history.  It was an amazing weekend […]
Market Updates Market Update – March 2024 Our team is celebrating!  Both Kelly and Jeanne received the Five Star Professional award for 2024, based on consumer evaluations and production.  I was awarded the Rising Star designation, recognizing newer professionals who excel in client satisfaction.  We don’t take these awards lightly!  Buying and selling real estate can be fun, but also stressful, and we […]
Market Updates Market Update – February 2024 Our team is celebrating our Coldwell Banker President’s Circle Award, representing the top 10% of small teams worldwide.  We also rank as the Number 2 Small Team for Coldwell Banker in Connecticut!  These awards could not have been possible without the trust you have placed in us to guide you through the purchase and/or sale of your homes and the […]