connecticut: EARTH HOUR MARCH 29, 2008 - 02/25/08 01:53 PM
On March 31, 2007 over 2 million people and businesses in Sydney Australia turned off their lights for one hour. Earth Hour is now going global. On March 29, 2008 at 8pm you are invited to turn off your lights (tvs, radios etc) for oe hour. Let's all be part of … (1 comments)
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connecticut: First Time Buyers- Current CHFA rates Jan 26, 2008 - 01/26/08 10:38 PM
CHFA is a great program availablefor first time buyers in CT. You must either be a first time buyer or have not held ownership in a home for 3 years. It is available to low and moderate income families only. They are 30 year fixed rate mortgages with interest rates that … (0 comments)
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connecticut: North Branford News-BIG Y blessing or curse? - 01/26/08 10:11 PM
WIth the impending opening of Big Y to our little suburb I was wondering what the overall feeling of the community is. I know that there have been numerous letters to the editor of the Totoket Times regarding the traffic situation in that area resulting from the merge at the railroad … (3 comments)
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connecticut: North Branford News- New Traffic Light on Rte 139 - 01/16/08 01:39 PM
There it was. A traffic light newly installed at the intersection of Rte 139 (Branford Rd) and Twin Lakes Rd. It was still covered in its protective plastic. I couldn't help but wonder..why in the world are they installing a traffic light here? I know that Rte 139 is busy and … (1 comments)
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connecticut: Poppys Restaurant- A North Branford Institution - 01/15/08 02:27 PM
I finally have a minute to talk about my favorite little breakfast place around. North Branford has been changing a lot lately but there is one thing that has stayed the same since I was 15 years old.
POPPYS RESTAURANT!
Not only is Poppy's one of the best little breakfast nooks around it … (0 comments)
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connecticut: Most confusing phrase in comments/ ads for a home....... - 01/12/08 08:47 PM
If I read one more listing described as "pride of ownership" I think I will lose my mind! I know other people post about their pet peeves here so this is it. This is mine.
The craziest part is that I have no idea why. I think some of it may stem … (9 comments)
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connecticut: Selling agents at the showing...good or bad? - 01/12/08 08:00 PM
I have seen an interesting trend lately. Listing agents showing their properties! Two years ago the only listings where I saw agents were really high end properties. I have shown multiple houses lately where the other agent is there. In fact, other than foreclosure properties the agents have been present.
And although … (8 comments)
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connecticut: Connecticut First Time Investors- Planning to buy in 2008? - 01/03/08 09:35 AM
Are you thinking about making your first real estate investment in 2008? Interest rates are still low and inventory is high which means we are in a classic buyers market right now. The first question you need to ask yourself is:
Is the goal to buy-resell? Or is the goal to buy … (0 comments)
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connecticut: Connecticut First Time Buyers- 2008 Start with the Basics - 01/02/08 10:54 AM
Are you thinking about purchasing a home in 2008? Interest rates are still low and inventory is high which means we are in a classic buyers market right now.
Below is a sample list of questions that you should get answers to BEFORE you start your home search. Some may seem obvious … (1 comments)
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connecticut: Realtor.com and match.com....same idea..different dream? - 12/25/07 10:58 AM
I was thinking about how everyone is talking about how Match.com is the way to meet someone these days. On-line searching for your soul-mate has become commonplace and there are many sites to choose; E-Harmony and Chemistry. Then I thought of how similar it is to choosing a Realtor on-line.
You go to each … (2 comments)
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connecticut: Don't forget to visit the Fantasy of Lights! - 12/10/07 01:08 PM
Every year my family all take the time to drive to New Haven and go to the Fantasy of Lights. Not only does it get you in the holiday spirit with the music and all the sparkling lights but it helps a good cause as well. And that afterall is what the … (0 comments)
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connecticut: New website launched! North Branford Real Estate Information - 12/03/07 10:15 AM
I have officially launched three new websites each containing real estate information for different localized areas.
Get A FREE Online Guide To North Branford Area Info
Start with our FREE Online Guide to North Branford Area Real Estate to get yourself oriented to the area.
In this guide, you'll find links to the most important information … (0 comments)
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connecticut: Buyers: I know you want a second opinion but do it the right way - 12/28/06 08:21 PM
I was reading this blog http://activerain.com/blogsview/29858/Sigmund-Freud-What-does and the comment about buyers bringing a third party into a deal convinced me to write this blog.
I recently had an experience with this situation and realized that most buyers are not aware of how difficult it is to bring in a third party especially after … (2 comments)
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connecticut: Interesting facts about Connecticut - 12/13/06 10:16 PM
Here are some interesting historical facts about CT.
Tapping Reeve Law School, the first law school in the United States was established in 1784. The New Haven District Telephone Company published the first telephone book ever issued on February 1878, in New Haven.
In 1898 the first car insurance in America is … (4 comments)
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connecticut: Mortgage Insurance Tax Deductible - 12/13/06 06:57 PM
I didnt see that anyone else had posted on this subject. This weekend Congress passed a law to allow low and moderate income families to deduct all of their mortgage insurance on their federal taxes in 2007.
All mortgage insurance payments for homeowners with adjusted gross household incomes of $100,00 or less. It affects … (2 comments)
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connecticut: How do you get in the "holiday" spirit????? - 11/30/06 09:18 PM
Here we are in CT, tomorrow is December 1st and the temperatures have been in the mid to upper 50's!
For me the weather is a very important part of the process of the start of feeling like Christmas is coming. I cannot believe that it is 25 days away! Although I … (2 comments)
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connecticut: New Haven County Home Sales 2005 vs 2006 - 11/29/06 06:27 PM
We have all heard that we are currently in a buyers market. But do consumers know what that actually means. If it is a buyers market why are so many buyers still sitting on the sidelines? Are they waiting for the so called bubble to burst? There are alot of news … (0 comments)
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connecticut: The Fantasy of Lights is Back! New Haven, Connecticut - 11/17/06 04:30 PM
Yes folks, it is that time of year again! With the holidays approaching the 12th annual New Haven Fantasy Of Lights display is up and running at Light house Park. This event brings thousands of visitors to the New Haven area. The event is staffed by a different volunteer group each night to … (4 comments)
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connecticut: Who makes the best pizza in New Haven? - 11/16/06 03:17 PM
I speak with many people on this subject and I think New Haven is an area where the "pizza war" rages on!
People have very strong opinions on pizza and it is as controversial a topic as religion or politics. Whether you like thin crust, thick crust, toppings or plain everyone has … (2 comments)
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connecticut: Dont get caught with frozen pipes - 11/11/06 07:39 PM
With the weather the last week here in CT you would not even know it was fall never mind winter approaching. It was 65 degrees here today!
But as it usually does I am sure winter is hiding around the corner just waiting to jump out an dcatch us all by suprise. … (2 comments)
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connecticut: Yale Homebuyer Program-New Haven Connecticut - 11/11/06 09:36 AM
The Yale Homebuyer program is an excellent resource for employees of Yale to enable them to obtain the american dream of home ownership. To date the program has assisted 762 families in achieving their goal of home ownership.
The program gives a $25,000 benefit to employees over a ten year period to … (1 comments)
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connecticut: Pet Peeve-This really stinks! - 11/10/06 09:23 PM
OK. What is the deal with agents who do not address the issue of overwhelming pet odors in their listings. I know it is an uncomfortable subject but from experience it is an absolute deal killer. Most buyers will not even make it passed the front door if the odor is … (6 comments)
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connecticut: Are you ready for a home inspection? - 11/09/06 06:40 PM
Home cleaning is a routine activity for many. However, special effort has to be put in when preparing a place for a home inspector visit, in order to make it as appealing as possible. All the efforts that you invest in maintaining your home are rewarded when you make it through … (3 comments)
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connecticut: Beautiful Home in Prestigious Sachems Head, Guilford - 11/08/06 01:43 PM
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This renovated 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath home in the prestigious Sachems Head Association is offered for $797,000. Location! Location! Location! The lot is on a cul de sac and is quiet and serene. The association benefits include tennis, beach and dock rights. The home is in an are of million … (0 comments)
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connecticut: Election Day is Over...so are the commercials - 11/08/06 08:47 AM
As everyone who listens to the radio or watches the news the elections are over. Joseph Lieberman who lost the democratic primary but ran Independent is the winner in the much heated Senate race. Governor Jodi Rell was elected Governor in her own right in very clear victory.
There are several districts … (2 comments)
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connecticut: Guilford, Connecticut Town Information - 11/05/06 09:23 AM
This Long Island Sound shoreline town is a combination residential and summer community. Nearby towns include Branford, North Branford, and Madison, these shoreline towns are suburbs to urban New Haven.
Guilford has a small, historic, charming atmosphere which is highlighted by its rustic character and individuality. There is both residential and commercial/industrial … (2 comments)
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connecticut: Help the Homeless of New Haven CT-November 18 - 11/02/06 02:45 PM
As the holiday season approaches more than ever my thoughts turn to those in need. Our office along with the North Branford Rotary Club is sponsoring a clothing drive to donate immediately to local New Haven shelters in need. There are an average of 1300 homeless people in New Haven on … (2 comments)
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