ct: Selling Tip #5-Organize Your Space/Empower Yourself - 10/07/08 05:01 PM
"I am getting my house in order: as without, so within" Emily Dickinson
This quote dates back to the mid 1800's, yet is very prevalent in today's world.
If your home or office is in a state of disarray, how can you truly think clearly and accomplish … (0 comments)
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ct: Bank Owned Properties - Do You have experience with this? More to come??? - 10/07/08 12:12 PM
Hello fellow stagers. I just recently had the opportunity to bid on staging a vacant bank owned property. I prepared my proposal to include two levels of staging each with a fee range. I also prepared a quote to lease furniture. I stated that my fees are payable in full upfront.
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ct: Planting for the Future - 10/05/08 04:35 PM
Yesterday a group of us joined together to install new planting beds and a new brick pation for our local ABC (A Better Chance) house.
A Better Chance is a national non profit organization that provides education opportunites that will prepare students of color to compete for college placement and go … (5 comments)
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ct: 12 New Lebbon Road, Newtown, CT - 10/05/08 04:05 PM
BOB & RICHELLE WARD have this home listed for sale.
For more information email us!
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ct: The Different Sections of Newtown, CT - 10/05/08 03:08 PM
Are you thinking of moving to Newtown, CT and would like to know more about the different sections of town? Well, I'm going to go over them in this blog. Here we go:
The Borough - is basically the center of town in Newtown near the flagpole. Homes in the Borough … (2 comments)
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ct: Historic Condo in the Heart of Norwich! $134,000 - 10/03/08 01:21 PM
Historic Condo in the Heart of Norwich! $134,000
Fantastic 2 bedroom condo walking distance to local ammenities, Located near Historic district, Walk to waterfall with great views. Cozy Fireplace.
Kevin Monahan
REALTOR
Cell: 860.377.7665 Email: kmonahan@weichert.com
Weichert Realtors -- Suburban Properties
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ct: Newtown, CT Labor Day Parade - 10/02/08 12:52 PM
Newtown, like many other small towns in America, holds a Labor Day Parade every year and town residents turn out in droves. Newtown's parade is a big event and many of the town's residents are a part of it. I have been both a spectator and a participant in Newtown' Labor Day Parade.
As a spectator, I lined … (7 comments)
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ct: All Utilities Included for $1500/month in Middletown - 09/26/08 01:50 PM
Located on a quiet street in Middletown this 1650 sq.ft, 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath capeoffers an eat-in kitchen with stove and refrigerator, a formal dining room,formal living room, enclosed porch, 3 bedrooms upstairs, full basement and more.Close to highways and Wesleyan, you can't beat the price with heat, hot … (1 comments)
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ct: Remodeled Home in South Glastonbury - 09/26/08 01:24 PM
Offered at $307,000 this home at 52 Fairview Terrace is worth seeing. For more information visit http://52FairviewTer.PrudentialCt.com.
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ct: Mangia!....A Grinder is Fabulous at Valentino's Restaurant....And That New York Style Pizza is Fantastic! - 09/26/08 10:03 AM
With a name like PELLEGRINI, I have to talk about this place.
(I would make my father -in-law proud - Americo Donato Pellegrini 1931 -2004)
On my way from a closing in Norwich, CT to a listing appointment in Mystic, CT, I stopped at Valentino's Restaurant in Ledyard, CT for a … (1 comments)
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ct: 18 Kelly Court, Newtown, CT - Just Listed - 09/21/08 06:46 PM
BOB & RICHELLE WARD just listed this home for sale.
4 Bedrooms - 2.5 Bathroom - 2.17 Acres - cul de sac location
Spacious 10 room Colonial with a front porch located on 2+ acres in the Sandy Hook section of Newtown. End of cul-de-sac location. Living Room has moulding and … (1 comments)
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ct: Newtown, CT Real Estate Statistics - 09/21/08 05:01 PM
Like in many other towns across the US, real estate values in Newtown, CT have been declining over the past year. Many residents in town know this, but don't know by how much. The rate of decline has been roughly 1% per month. So as of August, home values in Newtown had … (1 comments)
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ct: MILFORD CONNECTICUT WINS "100 BEST COMMUNITIES AWARD! - 09/19/08 10:02 AM
For the 3rd year in a row Milford Connecticut has been named one of the nations top 100 Best Communities for Young People to live. In Wednesday's New Haven Register, Milford's Mayor James L. Richetelli Jr. said Milford was specifically cited for reducing its drop out rate.
According to the website Americas Promise … (1 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Absorption Rate and Market Report as of 9/17/08 - 09/17/08 02:02 PM
AS OF SEPTEMBER 2008
WOODBRIDGE CONNECTICUT SINGLE FAMILY HOME CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS: 94
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD THE LAST 12 MONTHS: 75 (6.2 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD THE LAST 6 MONTHS: 50 (8.3 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD THE LAST 3 MONTHS: 30 (10.0 Sold Per Month)
CURRENT # OF … (0 comments)
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ct: Orange Connecticut Absorption Rates as of 9/17/08 - 09/17/08 01:50 PM
AS OF SEPTEMBER 2008
ORANGE SINGLE FAMILY HOME CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS: 70
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD THE LAST 12 MONTHS: 100 (8.3 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD THE LAST 6 MONTHS: 55 (9.2 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD THE LAST 3 MONTHS: 27 (9.0 Sold Per Month)
CURRENT # OF … (0 comments)
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ct: Bethany CT Absorption Rates - 9/17/08 - 09/17/08 01:16 PM
AS OF SEPTEMBER 2008
BETHANY SINGLE FAMILY HOME CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS: 38
NUMBER SOLD THE LAST 12 MONTHS: 40(3.3 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD THE LAST 6 MONTHS: 26(4.3 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD THE LAST 3 MONTHS: 15 (5.0 Sold Per Month)
CURRENT # OF MONTHS INVENTORY IN BETHANY CT: 7.6
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ct: Connecticut Home Inspection Interns Wanted - 09/15/08 06:27 PM
FairfieldCounty Home Inspections L.L.C is looking for Interns, We are a full service Home Inspection company. If you have completed your training and need get some hand on experience we would love to hear from you. Our main area of coverage but not limited to is Fairfield County CT. We work for 9am to … (0 comments)
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ct: Connecticut First Time Home Buyer Mortgage Loans, CHFA Mortgage Program, 100% Financing - 09/15/08 07:02 AM
CHFA Loan
The CHFA loan is a Connecticut specific program that is made available through the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA). The CHFA program provides home ownership opportunities to low- and moderate-income families throughout the state. Qualified borrowers must fit the Authority's criteria in order to participate in the program, including … (0 comments)
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ct: 14 Northridge Drive, Newtown, CT - Just Listed - 09/14/08 07:10 PM
BOB & RICHELLE WARD just listed this home for sale.
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ct: NEW PRICE & OPEN HOUSE - Putnam, CT - 09/12/08 09:19 AM
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ct: Simsbury's Pettibone Tavern - 09/10/08 09:59 PM
The Pettibone Tavern in Simsbury has been around since the 1700's. It's a very beautiful old building. For as long as I have lived in town, I have heard the stories of the place being haunted. For many years it has been a restaurant. I have known people who have worked … (2 comments)
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ct: "Ye Olde Publick Fair" at the Stanley-Whitman House in Farmington, CT - 09/07/08 08:23 AM
On Saturday, September 27, 2008, the Stanley-Whitman House will hold its annual "Ye Olde Publick Fair" from 11 AM to 4 PM at 37 High Street in Farmington Village.
The Stanley-Whitman House is a National Historic Landmark--- the oldest house from a time when Farmington was a true farming community raising … (0 comments)
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ct: Our New Company - 09/06/08 08:34 AM
On September 1, 2008 HomeTown Properties in Putnam, Connecticut officially became EXIT HomeTown Properties. Exit Realty is a the fastest growing real estate franchise in the country and we are the first in Eastern Connecticut. Think residuals. Find out how you can earn more than 100% of your commissions, have retirement … (2 comments)
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ct: PAWTUCKET, RI: EXCELLENT CITY FOR MULTI-FAMILY INVESTING: THE CAP RATE PROVES IT!! - 09/05/08 11:45 PM
Pawtucket, RI: The best place for multi-families !!!!!!! The prices are excellent and the cap rate analysis proves it! If you have clients looking for a GREAT return, check out multi families in Pawtucket, RI. Have them contact me and I will show them that an investment in Pawtucket is well … (1 comments)
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ct: The Funniest Show in Hartford, CT-- No, On Earth! - 09/05/08 09:45 PM
Last night, after a long day of trying to work out a short sale gone bad, hurrying through traffic, and gulping down dinner, I went to see the production of Spamalot showing at the Bushnell Theater in Hartford. What fun!! I can't tell you how funny it was! What a treat! … (0 comments)
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ct: Extraordinary Property-291 Kate Downing Road Plainfield, Connecticut 06374 - 09/04/08 06:57 PM
Extraordinary Vintage Colonial on 15 Peaceful Acres
Beautifully maintained and updated, this Gracious 1702 Colonial is situated on 15 scenic private acres overlooking two ponds. The 4441 square foot Homestead offers six Bedrooms, a spacious Kitchen, located in the back ell, a Keeping Room, a formal … (6 comments)
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ct: Great location to raise a family, Stonington, CT, Deans Mill School, check out these homes for sale! - 09/02/08 09:49 PM
Stonington, Connecticut may not be well known, but this coastal village in the southeastern part of the state is about as quaint a village as you will find on the New England coast. Set in a pristine location on a narrow peninsula, Stonington is a fog-shrouded hamlet with a laid-back … (0 comments)
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ct: 100% Financing Through USDA Rural Development Available in Many Connecticut Towns - 08/29/08 09:29 AM
Mark Harrington, a mortgage lender with Horizon Home Mortgage in Windsor, shared this information with me recently:
The USDA provides 100% financing for mortgages on homes in "rural" areas, including many in Connecticut. Towns like Burlington, Avon, Granby, Canton, East Windsor and Suffield in Hartford County and towns such as Marlborough, Hebron, … (2 comments)
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ct: Prudential Connecticut Realty Names Regional Marketing Manager - 08/26/08 07:17 PM
Prudential Connecticut Realty, Connecticut's largest real estate firm, recently announced the appointment of Vincent Socci as marketing manager. He will be responsible for supervising advertising, marketing and public relations in the firm's southwest region, covering Greenwich, Darien, Fairfield, New Canaan, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Rowayton, Southport, Stamford, Westport and Wilton in lower Fairfield … (0 comments)
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ct: Let me in, woo-hoo. - 08/20/08 04:38 PM
Have you ever wanted to see a property and the Seller was ho-hum about the showing?? Nah, that Seller just didn't feel like having a showing due to -- it's too hot, it's too icy, there's not enough notice, the cat's sick. In this real estate market, a Seller must be … (0 comments)
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ct: NEW LOW PRICE | 3 Bedroom Luxury Townhouse in desirable Lexington Mews in Danbury, Connecticut - 08/19/08 06:05 PM
DISCOVER LEXINGTON MEWS LUXURIOUS TOWNHOME COMMUNITY
Luxurious 3 bedroom "Grenville" townhouse with elegant interior appointments. Crown molding, exceptional fixtures, custom paint & French mural (stairwell & upper level), wainscoting, warm radiant tile floor on main level, tile floor on lower level & beautiful hardwood floors on upper level. Spacious kitchen … (0 comments)
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ct: Evergreen Walk, Family Film Night, Free! - 08/16/08 09:10 AM
The last in the series of films being shown to local families is on Friday, August 22nd. It is held in the Evergreen Walk Shopping Area. Bring your own chairs, seating is limited. The good news is, it is held in the parking area, Lot B. This is the lot behind … (0 comments)
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ct: *** NEW LISTING** BUCK'S HILL RANCH, WATERBURY, CT $145,900 - 08/15/08 03:35 PM
NEW LISTING - AFFORDABLE BUCKS HILL RANCH $145,900. MOST MAJOR COMPONENTS ARE NEW. NEWER ROOF, GUTTERS, GARAGE DOOR, DRIVEWAY, THERMOPANE WINDOWS, BOILER, ELECTRIC, AND OIL TANK. HARDWOODS UNDER CARPET. TWO PATIOS AND GREAT GARDENS. INTERIOR JUST NEEDS YOUR TENDER TOUCH. NEAR SCHOOLS AND CLOSE ENOUGH TO HIGHWAYS AND SHOPPING, YET NICE … (0 comments)
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ct: Swimming Pool Drain Covers, Fairfield,Darien,Easton.Wilton,Greenwich. CT,Connecticut. - 08/12/08 02:35 PM
Fairfield County Home Inspectection Peter Christopher has urged swimming pool owners to make sure a drain cover is installed in all swimming pool suction outlets to avoid entrapment of swimmers, especially children whose smaller bodies can be sucked toward the system. Fairfield Peter Christopher referred to a tragic incident in Greenwich in July 2007 … (0 comments)
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ct: Hey! It's the GENERAL LEE! - 08/11/08 03:02 PM
Sunday was the third annual Main Street Car Cruise in Putnam, CT. Hosted by the town of Putnam and the Tri-State Cruisers Car Club. Talk about cars! I've never seen so many classic cars in one place. Streets were blocked off, oldies were cranking from various locations, and there were even … (7 comments)
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ct: 2008 Mystic Outdoor Art Festival Mystic, Connecticut - 08/09/08 03:16 PM
2008 Mystic Outdoor Art Festival
Mystic, Connecticut
The 51st Mystic Outdoor Art Festival is today Saturday, August 9th from 10am-6pm and tomorrow, Sunday, August 10th from 10am-5pm. Set in downtown Mystic with the picturesque Mystic River as its background the festival features over 200 exhibitors.
Stroll the streets and enjoy the … (0 comments)
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ct: Real Estate Photography Resources - 08/08/08 01:16 PM
There are a lot of resources on the Internet for Realtors and for Photographers. Nowadays, I check so many sites, blogs and forums every day that Firefox opens up on my desktop machine with 16 different "tabs" in which it loads what I like to see- daily!
One of my favorites … (1 comments)
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ct: The Central Connecticut Real Estate Market-Hellooo Meriden - 08/05/08 01:48 PM
As a new. commer to this country -(5 years) from Romania I have learned so much already.-We now have a Century 21 Office in Bucharest.I remember being in 3rd grade and seeing builet holes in my bedroom-and now with the Euro -Prices are competitive with the US and we have only … (6 comments)
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ct: Alexandra Stoddard to Appear: ADE Conference in Mystic CT Sept. 17-19 2008 - 07/27/08 12:36 PM
http://www.associationofdesigneducation.com/Conference.html
OK, here's all you need to know about why you should attend this conference:
ALEXANDRA STODDARD ALEXANDRA STODDARD ALEXANDRA STODDARD ALEXANDRA STODDARD ALEXANDRA STODDARD!!!
Alexandra Stoddard is a philosopher of contemporary living, an interior designer, and author of many best selling books, including the classic Living a Beautiful Life: … (8 comments)
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ct: Middletown Market Report for June and First Half of 2008 - 07/21/08 08:05 AM
Market Report for Middletown for June 2008 & First Half of 2008 to 2007
Residential
June 2008Active - 176New in June - 57Deposits - 23Closed - 15Avg.Sale Price - $285,000Sp/SqFt - $173.49DOM - 26
Jan. 1 ,2008 - June 30, 2008
Closed - 112Median Sale Price - $232,500Sp/SqFt - $161.08DOM - … (1 comments)
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ct: Sometimes You Have to Make a Bold Choice! - 07/18/08 03:06 PM
Often I am fortunate to work with builders that accept my expertise and trust my judgement. Nestings just finished staging the new Model unit for Renaissance on the Thames, a seven-story luxury condominium high-rise on the river in Norwich, Connecticut.
It's all about the view here, folks! It's truly stunning and … (13 comments)
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ct: Half Year Market Report for Westport, CT - - 07/15/08 09:07 PM
According to anecdotal evidence, there were lots of consumers house hunting, in Westport, CT, during the spring market of 2008. However, half-year sales statistics do not reflect that activity. Perhaps, expectations were too high. Buyers, armed with media stories of puchases, 25, 30 or more percent, off asking price, came ready to buy … (7 comments)
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ct: Gardening- A Metaphor For Feng Shui Balance - 07/13/08 01:01 PM
I love my perennial garden. Watching plants bloom and grow is a perpetual blessing in my life. It is also a perpetual challenge.
At the heat of Feng Shui is the discipline of YIN/YANG. YIN/YANG are the two opposite components that are forever balancing each other. Yes, you can think of … (2 comments)
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ct: ANGELICO'S LAKEHOUSE IN EAST HAMPTON, CT - 07/11/08 10:08 AM
ANGELICO'S LAKE HOUSE
81 NORTH MAIN STREET
EAST HAMPTON, CT 06424
Last night my sister and I were looking for a unique place for dinner and didn't want the "chain" restaurant. We came across Angelico's Lakehouse in East Hampton, CT.. and decided … (8 comments)
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ct: Connecticut Home Inspector Interns wanted ! Fairfield County CT - 07/09/08 07:45 AM
FairfieldCounty Home Inspections L.L.C is looking for Interns, We are a full service Home Inspection company. If you have completed your training and need get some hand on experience we would love to hear from you. Our main area of coverage but not limited to is Fairfield County CT. We work for 9am to … (0 comments)
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ct: Real Estate Market Report for Orange, CT for June 2008 - 07/08/08 11:45 AM
REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT FOR ORANGE,CONNECTICUT
June 2007 v.s. June 2008
In June 2008, the highest priced home listed is 519 Highfield Drive. It was originally Listed at $599,500 and reduced to $499,500 and later in June taken off the market. This home is a 1977 cape … (0 comments)
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ct: Westville Home at a GREAT NEW PRICE! **SOLD** - 07/03/08 10:36 AM
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ct: 9616 Lambeth Ct, Columbia, MD, 21046 - 06/27/08 03:20 PM
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ct: Get to the High Point, Then Climb Higher - 06/26/08 08:11 AM
This Saturday, I climbed Round Mountain in Salisbury, CT, and Mount Frissel, in the town of Mount Washington, MA. It is a relatively short hike, at just over 1 mile, however, that involves a total of 800 feet of vertical ascent (and about 200 feet of descent along the way) which … (8 comments)
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ct: Death of a Short Sale - 06/18/08 02:17 PM
It was a cute home. A nice cape-style home on a private lot. It was affordable. It needed some work, but not too much. It was priced accordingly. It was a short sale - the owners owed more money on the home than it was worth.
We quickly received two offers. … (12 comments)
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ct: 8215 Barrington Ct, Severn, MD - 06/17/08 02:20 PM
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ct: 2008 Festival of Arts and Ideas in New Haven, CT - 06/17/08 07:13 AM
The 2008 Festival of Arts and Ideas in New Haven, CT is in full swing.
The Festival of Arts and Ideas gives local artists an opportunity to be showcased alongside nationally recognized names. This festival offers an opportunity to see a range of music, dance, theater all in one … (0 comments)
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ct: What is your favorite summer memory? - 06/12/08 06:31 PM
What is your favorite summer memory? Is it running through the sprinkler pretending to be parting the oceans with one mighty leap? Is it climbing the big maple in your backyard to get into the shade? How about parties where family and friends cooked out, played wiffleball, and swam late into … (2 comments)
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ct: New Milford, CT - May, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 06/11/08 06:20 PM
New Milford, Connecticut Real Estate Update May, 2008
Closed home sales in New Milford, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:There were 19 single family home sales closed in New Milford, CT.List Prices ranged from $149,900 - $599,900.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $182,000 - $565,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in … (0 comments)
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ct: Brookfield, CT - May, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 06/11/08 06:08 PM
Brookfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update May, 2008
Closed home sales in Brookfield, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:There were 17 single family home sales closed in Brookfield, CT.List Prices ranged from $339,500 - $825,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $305,000 - $780,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Brookfield was $455,582.The median … (0 comments)
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ct: Danbury, CT - May, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 06/11/08 05:49 PM
Danbury, Connecticut Real Estate Update May, 2008
Closed home sales in Danbury, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:There were 17 single family home sales closed in Danbury, CT.List Prices ranged from $139,500 - $949,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $133,000 - $757,500.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Danbury was $383,941. The median … (0 comments)
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ct: Sherman, CT - May, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 06/11/08 04:54 PM
Sherman, Connecticut Real Estate Update May, 2008
Closed home sales in Sherman, Connecticut:
There were 4 home sales closed in Sherman, CT.List Prices ranged from $549,000 - $2,100,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $502,500 - $1,745,000.(Two of these homes were waterfront properties)
On average, these homes sold for 88.6% of their final list price.
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ct: New Fairfield, CT - May, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 06/11/08 03:32 PM
New Fairfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update May, 2008
Closed home sales in New Fairfield, Connecticut:
There were 8 home sales closed in New Fairfield, CT.List Prices ranged from $179,900 - $3,660,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $174,000 - $3,000,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for New Fairfield was $808,937.The median closed real … (0 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Market Report for May 2008 - 06/11/08 02:27 PM
AS OF June 11, 2008 IN WOODBRIDGE CONNECTICUT
CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS: 105
NUMBER SOLD LAST 12 MONTHS: 76 (6.3 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 6 MONTHS: 25 (4.2 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 3 MONTHS: 16 (5.3 Sold Per Month)
CURRENT # OF MONTHS INVENTORY: 19.7To View a full market report for Woodbridge Connecticut click … (0 comments)
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ct: Summer in Westport, CT - 06/11/08 11:17 AM
Westport is a terrific town to live in, year round, but, during the summer, it really shines (pardon the pun.) A definite sign that summer is arriving (beside this week's 90+ degree weather), is the opening of the 101st Yankee Doodle Fair.The Fair runs from Thursday, June 12 thru Sunday, June 15. … (2 comments)
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ct: It's So Easy, Even CT Realtors Can Do it. - 06/10/08 05:43 PM
With just a click of your mouse, you can help legislators make the right decision this time during their special session on June 11th. Visit http://www.myhouse-mymoney.com/ and enter your town. Presto! The website will generate an email to your elected officials - all you need to do is add your name … (2 comments)
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ct: Why Is 93% of Fairfield's New Construction Vacant? - 06/10/08 08:42 AM
As I've blogged about before, most of my staging work is at either end of the Staging Spectrum: Consultations and furnishing Vacant/Model Homes. I've learned that many builders are so financially stretched, as the DOM extend, that they'd rather rent than reduce prices again. Perhaps, in my area, there were just … (0 comments)
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ct: The Pirates Ball in Milford CT - 06/08/08 11:48 AM
Catering by Christine
1 Schooner Lane, Milford, CT
203.331.2051 or 203-331-2052 Pirates Ball
June 13th - 7-11pm
Includes:
Beer & Sangria
Homemade Chips and Salsa
Dinner
BBQ Chicken
Orange Glazed Salmon or Simply Grilled Salmon
Fish, Chicken & Steak Kabobs
Roasted Corn, Black Bean & Tomato Salad
Roasted Potatoes
Mixed Green Salad … (2 comments)
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ct: Danbury, CT Home For Sale: Multi-Family Opportunity - 06/06/08 11:54 AM
Danbury, Connecticut Real Estate For Sale Two-Family Home
4 Spring Street, Danbury, CT $225,000
Two-Family Home in Central Danbury
Each Unit with 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bath
Off-Street Parking
Fully Rented on Month-to-Month Terms
Needs Some Work - Sold As-Is
Pre-foreclosure Investment Opportunity
Wonderful investment … (0 comments)
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ct: Great Resource Websites Where You Can Donate Unwanted Items - 06/02/08 03:05 PM
I have been teaching classes for years on how to de-clutter your home or office in order to manifest what you really want in your life. One of the biggest obstacles clients and students have is de-cluttering their environment. The issue always boils down to the following questions: "what will become … (3 comments)
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ct: Burlington, CT "Very Deceiving From the Outside" - 05/31/08 02:37 PM
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ct: ***NEW LISTING - FOX HILL COMPLEX IN NAUGATUCK CT - $166,900**** - 05/28/08 10:07 AM
NEW LISTING!!! LOCATED IN SOUGHT AFTER FOX HILL COMPLEX IN NAUGATUCK CT. $166,900. CLUBHOUSE AND PLAYGROUND. 2 BEDROOMS, LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, LAUNDRY IN LOWER LEVEL. OVERSIZED GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP. PATIO AND GARDEN IN REAR BACKS UP TO WOODS FOR PRIVACY. CALL MARY DONER AT (203) 525-0349 AT CENTURY 21 ACCESS … (2 comments)
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ct: 17 Butternut Lane, Rocky Hill, CT End unit Condo with beautiful views - 05/27/08 08:15 PM
My company Glastonbury Home Staging was recently hired to stage this great condo in Rocky Hill, Ct. Located in sought after RainTree complex. This spacious unit has beautiful brick fireplace, nice views with privacy. Central location to shopping and highways.
Please take a look at this unit, greater for first-time … (12 comments)
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ct: 6 Steeplechase Drive, Avon, CT A Must See! - 05/27/08 07:40 PM
My company Glastonbury Home Staging was recently hired to stage this beautiful home in Avon, CT. This property sits on a private, lightly wooded lot on a cul-de-sac in a highly desireable neighborhood. Custom details are evident throughout this spacious home. It boasts a kitchen that any cook would be thrilled … (5 comments)
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ct: 27 Dresses: What's Your "Give-Back"? - 05/27/08 02:46 PM
Last Thursday, four of us went to a fund-raiser for The Center for Women and Families of Eastern Fairfield County - www.cwfefc.org. It was hysterical! The idea was to wear an old prom or bridesmaid dress, and for $30.00, have some cocktails and nosh at a local restaurant, then walk a … (6 comments)
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ct: 306 Preston Road Griswold, Connecticut 06351 - 05/25/08 06:50 PM
The 1740 Brewster Homestead/Historic Bed and Breakfast
The Historic 1740 Brewster Homestead is home to the charming Homespun Farm Bed and Breakfast. Lovingly restored, period details and rich in history this property is situated on two beautiful acres. Outbuildings include a post and beam barn with working forge and … (3 comments)
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ct: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage & Dash Express! - 05/24/08 08:38 AM
I just read in my morning e-mail that Coldwell Banker has become the first national full-service real estate company to distribute its listings to a GPS device!! Unfortunatly I do not have one built into my car at this time, I use the mobile one stuck to the windshield, which … (1 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Town Library - Asset Protection Seminar - Long Term Care - 6/30/08 - 05/22/08 01:22 PM
ASSET PROTECTION SEMINAR: Long Term Care is a Family AffairMonday, June 30, 2008 @ 6:30 pm
We are all living longer than previous generations, a fact that affects you and your family in many ways. Families are now facing the necessity of Long Term Care for loved ones. This informative … (0 comments)
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ct: Woobridge CT Town Library - Story & A Hike: Fire Quest 6/28/08 - 05/22/08 01:12 PM
STORY & A HIKE: Fire QuestA Family-Oriented Environmental Education ProgramSaturday, June 28, 2008 @ 1:00 pm
Come and experience the magic of fire as Justin Pegnataro of Two Coyotes Wilderness School shares a story of the quest for fire, and teaches how the Native Americans made fire without matches. … (0 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Town Library - Jewlry Workshop with Geralyn Tagatac 6/18/08 - 05/22/08 12:47 PM
Jewelry Workshop with Geralyn Tagatac Wednesday, June 18, 2008 @ 7:00 pm
A hands-on Jewelry Workshop. Geralyn Tagatac, of Geralyn Jewelry, will teach you how to design, string and finish a beautiful piece of hand-crafted jewelry. Participants will have the choice of making a necklace, or a set consisting of … (0 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Town Library - Asset management Seminar 6/17/08 & ,6/21/08 - 05/22/08 12:38 PM
ASSET MANAGEMENT SEMINAR: How Can You Reach Your Financial Goals & Dreams? Tuesday, June 17, 2008 @ 6:30 pm & Saturday, June 21, 2008 @ 2:00 pm
Are you concerned about your current financial situation? Are you finding it difficult to deal with today's financial challenges? This informative seminar will cover … (0 comments)
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ct: I Didn't Get the Job, But Someone Else Did - Here's an Idea! - 05/21/08 04:30 PM
OK, so I didn't get the job. The good news is, someone else DID! This is another avenue for Stagers to explore: assisted living facilities!
Nestings was asked to bid on staging a one-bedroom model unit at a new assisted living facility. It is absolutely gorgeous, with very traditional architectural detailing throughout. The target customer … (8 comments)
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ct: Furniture? What Furniture? I'm Not Missing Any! - 05/20/08 09:58 AM
One of the benefits of hiring a Stager before the house goes on the market is that it's ready from Day #1. One of the key elements of Staging involves showcasing the house's equity: floor space, spatial definition, traffic flow...To accomplish this, we sometimes have to "exorcise the Decorator" (thanks, Juliet!), … (5 comments)
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ct: 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Featuring Geno Auriemma! - 05/20/08 08:05 AM
4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Monday June 9, 2008Shuttle Meadow Country Club, 51 Randeckers Ln, Kensington, CT
11:00 AM Registration / 12:00 Shotgun Start
Box Lunch / 4:30 Cocktail Hour / 5:30 Dinner
Price: $175 per person (includes golf, Start-up Bag, lunch and dinner)$40 per person for dinner … (0 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Town Library Hosts GARDEN TO WOK: Growing & Cooking Chinese Vegetables May 21, 2008 - 05/19/08 02:03 PM
GARDEN TO WOK: Growing & Cooking Chinese Vegetables Cooking Demonstration with Norma ChangWednesday, May 21, 2008 @ 7:00 pm at the Woodbridge CT Town LibraryLet Norma Chang, The Traveling Gourmet, introduce you to the joy of gardening. Learn which Chinese vegetables are suitable for growing in your area, their cultural requirements, … (0 comments)
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ct: Open Houses - 05/19/08 09:47 AM
Lew Sichelman is one of my favorite real estate writers. It helps that he sometimes quotes me in his articles. His latest article pertains to Open Houses - Door is Closing on Open Houses.
Do open houses work? Are they worth it? The article presents both viewpoints. It also created some … (7 comments)
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ct: Strawberry Festival in Woodbridge CT June 13, 2008 - 05/17/08 06:07 AM
Save the date! Friday, June 13, 2008 The First Church of Christ in Woodbridge will hold its annual strawberry festical from 6 to 8 p.m. on the green at the church on Meetinghouse Lane.
The cost of a complete meal is $10.00 and will include burgers or veggie burger, hot … (0 comments)
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ct: Clutter (of any kind) Will Kill A Deal - 05/16/08 08:16 PM
Yesterday, I was doing a Feng Shui consultation in a client's home, a beautiful duplex apartment on Park Ave, in NYC. Gorgeous apartment.... except she had a clutter problem with pictures & books.
Don't get me wrong, the apartment was decorated to the nines; but on every table was a sea … (3 comments)
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ct: Milford CT Market Report for April 2008 - 05/15/08 05:34 PM
AS OF MAY 15, 2008 IN MILFORD CONNECTICUT
CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS: 305
NUMBER SOLD LAST 12 MONTHS: 395 (32.9 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 6 MONTHS: 158 (26.3 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 3 MONTHS: 85 (28.3 Sold Per Month)
CURRENT # OF MONTHS INVENTORY: 10.8
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ct: Bethany CT Market Report for April 2008 - 05/15/08 03:41 PM
AS OF MAY 2008 IN BETHANY CONNECTICUT
CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS: 38 (5/15/08
NUMBER SOLD LAST 12 MONTHS: 53 (4.4 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 6 MONTHS: 16 (2.7 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 3 MONTHS: 11 (3.7 Sold Per Month)
CURRENT # OF MONTHS INVENTORY: 10.4
To view … (0 comments)
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ct: FHA Mortgages - VA Mortgages - FHA ARM Refinance Program : Connecticut - 05/15/08 03:36 PM
Federal Housing Administration - FHA Mortgage Loans
Military Veteran's and Those Serving Our Country - VA Mortgage Loans
Below is some helpful information on FHA Mortgage Loans and VA Mortgage Loans.To get started immediately click here for our FHA and VA Loans on-line application.
Federal Housing Administration LoansVeteran Affairs Loans
FEDERAL … (0 comments)
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ct: Milford CT Downtown Farmers' Market - 05/15/08 07:46 AM
Milford CT now has a Downtown Farmers' Market! Established in 2008 with the support of the Downtown Milford Business Association. This farmers market will be THE place to go on a Saturday morning - I'll be there for sure!
Located in beautiful downtown Milford, in the parking lot on the corner of … (2 comments)
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ct: Orange CT Market Report for April 2008 - 05/13/08 07:18 PM
AS OF MAY 2008
ORANGE, CONNECTICUT
CURRENT ACTIVE LISTINGS: 82
NUMBER SOLD LAST 12 MONTHS: 118 (9.8 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 6 MONTHS: 41 (6.8 Sold Per Month)
NUMBER SOLD LAST 3 MONTHS: 26 (8.7 Sold Per Month)
CURRENT # OF MONTHS INVENTORY: 9.5
To View a … (0 comments)
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ct: We're All Just Three Months Away From Foreclosure - 05/13/08 06:06 PM
I was in the office the other day talking with a colleague.
We were discussing the market. Our business. Our projected business. We laughed. We made some jokes.
Then we broached the topic of all the short sales and foreclosure properties on the market. Short sales have definitely become the new big … (2 comments)
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ct: My First Turkey! - 05/13/08 05:55 PM
Here's a Turkey Update - Just a few days ago I said I have never had Turkeys in my Orange CT yard. I thought because of my dog Khali. Well apparently they are not afraid of her - OK she was in the house, but can't they smell dog? Here's some … (0 comments)
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ct: Another Offer on Another Short Sale - 05/13/08 05:41 PM
Yesterday, clients of mine wrote an offer on a Danbury, Connecticut townhome they hope to buy. The property is being sold as a short sale, which means the sellers owe more than what the property is worth in its as-is condition in today's market.
We wrote a solid offer. Of course, … (4 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Market Report - April 2008 - Homes Closed - 05/12/08 03:39 PM
To view a full Market report for the month of April in Woodbridge Connecticut Visit my blog.
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ct: Home Sales in Woodbridge CT from 2002-20007 - 05/12/08 01:13 PM
HOME SALES IN WOODBRIDGE CT FOR JANUARY 2002 THROUGH JANUARY 2007
YEAR #SOLD AVG/SALE PRICE DOMNov. 2002 140 $418,700 71Nov. 2003 135 $503,148 68 Nov. 2004 111 $508,374 52Nov. 2005 114 $567,118 72Nov. 2006 102 $551,822 79 Nov. 2007 94 $591,561 84
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ct: 1391 Old Colchester Road Oakdale, Connecticut 06370 - 05/11/08 05:28 PM
Day or Night this 2005 Contemporary Log Home is Dramatic
Beautifully designed three bedroom two and one half baths with 3,336 square feet on 3.73 acres surrounded by 150 acres conserved land. Oxoboxo Lake access and the natural wooded space provide for many outdoor activities. A wonderful integration of … (0 comments)
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ct: New Milford, CT - April, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 05/11/08 10:12 AM
New Milford, Connecticut Real Estate Update April, 2008
Closed home sales in New Milford, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:There were 17 single family home sales closed in New Milford, CT.List Prices ranged from $269,900 - $609,900.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $240,000 - $620,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in … (0 comments)
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ct: Brookfield, CT - April, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 05/11/08 09:52 AM
Brookfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update April, 2008
Closed home sales in Brookfield, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:There were 12 single family home sales closed in Brookfield, CT.List Prices ranged from $320,900 - $715,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $317,000 - $715,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Brookfield was $441,933.The median … (0 comments)
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ct: Danbury, CT - April, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 05/11/08 09:35 AM
Danbury, Connecticut Real Estate Update April, 2008
Closed home sales in Danbury, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:There were 29 single family home sales closed in Danbury, CT.List Prices ranged from $149,900 - $749,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $139,900 - $718,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Danbury was $369,302. The … (0 comments)
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ct: Sherman, CT - April, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 05/11/08 09:03 AM
Sherman, Connecticut Real Estate Update April, 2008
Closed home sales in Sherman, Connecticut:
There were 3 home sales closed in Sherman, CT.List Prices ranged from $359,000 - $597,500.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $330,000 - $572,000.
Marketing time ranged from 191 - 290 days on market. The average was 237 days on market.This … (0 comments)
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ct: New Fairfield, CT - April, 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 05/11/08 08:54 AM
New Fairfield, Connecticut Real Estate Update April, 2008
Closed home sales in New Fairfield, Connecticut:
There were 6 home sales closed in New Fairfield, CT.List Prices ranged from $310,000 - $1,695,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $302,500 - $1,565,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for New Fairfield was $640,475.The median closed real … (0 comments)
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ct: Woodbridge CT Home Closed 5/8/08 Country Club Drive - 05/09/08 07:01 PM
30 COUNTRY CLUB DR $479,900
N273178 Sale Price: $480,000RES DOM: 22 Listing Date: 02/01/08 #Bedrooms: 3 Contract Date: 02/22/08Closing Date: 05/08/08
Only one home on todays closed hotsheet (I watch the Milford, Orange, Woodbridge and Bethany Martkets)
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