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Posted on 06/22/2025
Try These Kitchen Design Trends
The kitchen is one of the most heavily used rooms in the home. While the functionality of the kitchen is crucial, the design and style elements are just as important. If you’re thinking of making some updates to your kitchen, here are some of the top trends to try: Mix & Match Metal Mixing up different colors and...
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Posted on 06/15/2025
Hosting an outdoor dinner party on a budget
If you want to throw an outdoor dinner party without...
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Posted on 06/08/2025
DIY furniture ideas for bedroom decor
Whether you’re a crafting enthusiast or simply want to...
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Posted on 06/01/2025
Basic tips for removing & preventing lawn moss
For homeowners with grass lawns, moss can be a problematic...
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Posted on 05/25/2025
What are HO-2 insurance policies?
An HO-2 insurance policy is a type of homeowners insurance...
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Posted on 05/18/2025
A basic guide to understanding home improvement loan calculators
You’ve put together a list of the home improvements you...
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Posted on 05/11/2025
How to Choose the Best Grout Color
If your next remodel involves adding tile, you’ll need to choose grout to go with it. While it might seem like an insignificant detail, grout color can make an enormous difference in the look and overall style of the space. Some grout and tile combinations have become popular trends in the last few years. However, it’s important to...
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Posted on 05/04/2025
Home Improvement: How to Choose Your Next Project
While avid travelers often have a bucket list of all the places they want to visit throughout their lifetime, devoted homeowners often have a continuous list of projects that they want to complete. When it comes time to tackle a new project, it's often difficult to decide which one comes next. Here are a few pointers that can...
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Posted on 05/30/2025
350 Beaver Dam Access Road, Stratford, CT 06614 is now new to the market!
Nature Lovers' custom-built dream home overlooking the tranquil waters of Beaver Dam Lake! Discover a rare opportunity to live lakeside in this serene, peaceful and private home surrounded by nature, with convenience and accessibility to everything - just minutes to nearby restaurants, shopping, medical, parks, schools, Merritt Pkwy and I-95, Metro North trains with service to Grand Central Station and just over an hour drive into Manhattan. This 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath haven with hardwood floors throughout offers plenty of natural light, year round comfort, and an unparalleled connection to the outdoors. Step inside to find warm finishes and...
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Posted on 05/17/2025
Another Property Sold - 33-37 Parkland Place, Milford, CT 06460
Live the Sound Life at 33 Parkland Place in iconic Morningside... it all awaits you in this most charming, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath c.1900 Colonial with hardwood floors, a gas fireplace to warm your evenings, a finished 3rd level with skylights that offers flexible space for an office or playroom, and an expansive front porch inviting you to soak in views of LI Sound just steps away. The sunny back deck is surrounded by glorious, private gardens...perfect for lounging and entertaining. An oversized 1-car garage adds more storage space. There is even opportunity to easily expand if desired as the home is situated on a double lot! (#37 Parkland Place...
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Posted on 05/07/2025
44 Belleview Drive, Derby, CT 06418 is now new to the market!
Newly-listed in the sought-after Hilltop area of Derby .... A light-filled, expanded, three-Bedroom Raised Ranch with an updated, open Kitchen and flow into a huge Family Room and Sun Room overlooking lush gardens and a private, fenced back yard. This home also features a finished, walkout Lower Level with a Half Bath, offering loads of potential. All this and more in a most convenient location near the Orange/Woodbridge lines. You will be impressed by all this treasure of a home and the quiet Belleview Drive neighborhood have to offer! Appointments available starting May...
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Posted on 05/03/2025
350 Beaver Dam Access Road, Stratford, CT 06614 is now new to the market!
Welcome to lakefront living! Enjoy perfect harmony with nature in this custom-built Contemporary home overlooking the tranquil waters of Beaver Dam Lake. Designed with intention and sustainability in mind, this 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath haven with hardwood floors throughout offers plenty of natural light, year round comfort, and an unparalleled connection to the outdoors. Step inside to find warm finishes and south facing windows that flood the home with natural light and passive solar warmth. The main level features an expansive Living Room with fireplace, a well-appointed Kitchen, and formal Dining Area, all opening out through sliders to the...
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