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Posted on 08/02/2020
How Much Should You Pay for a Smart Home Device?
There is no set amount that a homeowner should spend on a smart house device. In fact, depending on the smart gadgets you purchase, you may wind up spending only a few dollars, or hundreds, on these devices. But if you understand how to shop for smart home gadgets, you may be better equipped than other property owners to...
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Posted on 07/26/2020
Flex Space: The Most Versatile Trend in Home Design
\ Photo by Karl Solano from Pexels The open concept took over several years ago, and now, homeowners are reluctant to give up the flexibility that this optimal layout provides. Unfortunately, this versatility often only extends to meal prep, dining, and living areas. Other critical spaces tend to be far more difficult to adapt, making them problematic for long-term...
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Posted on 07/19/2020
How Much Time Do You Need to Craft an Offer to Purchase?
Creating an offer to purchase a home may require several minutes, hours or days – it all depends on the buyer. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to accelerate the process of putting together a homebuying proposal that will get a seller's attention. These include: 1. Study the Housing Market Closely When it comes to preparing an...
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Posted on 07/12/2020
Create a Rustic Walkway with Native Stones
Image by Nancy Buron from Pixabay If you're like many homeowners who prefer a natural landscape plan, your outdoor living space undoubtedly features lush vegetation and bright, blooming flowers. However, you might also have the sense that something is missing but can't quite put your finger on what it might be. If this describes you, the missing element...
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Posted on 07/07/2020
Install Impact Resistant Film to Your House Windows
Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay The windows in your home not only supply security while allowing fresh air and natural light to filter in, but they are also essential to keeping energy costs down and they contribute to the overall value of your home. During a windstorm, here are some ways you can protect your entire home as...
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Posted on 06/28/2020
Zoning Considerations for Homebuyers
Photo by Brooke Cagle on Unsplash Zoning laws have been in place in the United States for many years. They serve communities in a number of ways. As a home buyer, it is important to know and understand the zoning laws that cover any property you consider purchasing. Structures Generally, residential zonings laws indicate what kind of structures...
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Posted on 06/21/2020
Artful Home Staging Tips
Image by ErikaWittlieb from Pixabay Home staging used to be a novelty you watched on the HGTV network. At the end of the program, the hosts would show up with a truckload of furnishings and a bunch of landscaping plants, and presto — a home would be transformed before your eyes. Today, home staging is a thriving bicoastal...
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Posted on 06/14/2020
How to Forever Change Your Home's Lighting for the Better
Photo by James DeMers via Pixabay In most homes, the base lighting is drab and dull, often doing little to light up your life. Thankfully, it is quite easy to transform the lighting in your home and create the perfect atmosphere for your everyday activities. All you have to do is follow these four tips and watch as...
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Posted on 07/12/2020
80 Cartright Street #1J, Bridgeport, CT 06604 now has a new price of $1,395!
A very nice, move-in ready, One Bedroom Ranch-style condo ...highly sought-after corner unit on main-floor with loads of natural light offering spacious, convenient living on a quiet street near the Fairfield line. Freshly painted with new blinds throughout... all set for you to move in and enjoy! Step inside the door to a foyer with walk-in closet to the right, then enter the large versatile living room with dining area and picture windows plus ample wall space creating many floorplan options. A sunny galley kitchen with eat-in area has a NEW STAINLESS STEEL SINK, NEW QUARTZ COUNTERS AND NEW WOOD VINYL FLOORING! The huge bedroom offers two...
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Posted on 06/30/2020
Another Property Sold - 244 Church Street, Guilford, CT 06437
A rare find in Guilford! Two separate houses on one parcel, a two family house and a separate ranch. In the main two story house Unit A has 3 bedrooms and one bath, Unit B has one bedroom and one bath. The separate Ranch house has one bedroom and one full bath. All units have laundry hook up. Great investment property with rental income. Close to highway, town center and...
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Posted on 06/29/2020
52 Crooked Trail Road, Norwalk, CT 06853 is now new to the market!
Need a work from home office?...an easy commute to NYC? Don't miss this chance to create your vision in a spacious home on .91 acre in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in CT...Rowayton!! WALKABLE to beach, train and highly-rated schools…EVERYTHING is just minutes away! You will notice that "welcome home" feeling as you enter through a quintessential stone wall onto a fenced yard with shady trees and private views. This lovingly cared-for home offers a convenient 3-level floorplan with ample entertaining space, indoor and out. The large Living Room with wood-burning fireplace, bay window, and built-ins opens to a Dining Room with...
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Posted on 06/11/2020
1331 Merritt Street, Fairfield, CT 06825 is now new to the market!
PARADISE FOUND! This incomparable, turn-key Fairfield 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Cape/Cottage offers complete indoor/outdoor living on a double lot just off iconic, walkable Valley Rd in Stratfield. Nestled in privacy overlooking Horse Tavern Brook, you will enjoy year round views from every window...from the expansive wooden deck off the Dining Room, from the slate patio off the Kitchen, from the grassy lawn and terraced garden, and especially from THE most charming enclosed porch that runs along the entire front of the home. Whether relaxing, entertaining, working from home or returning from a long day, this lovely, well-maintained home will...
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