real estate: Stratford, Connecticut-Our seller has been busy! - 06/04/09 08:32 AM
Our seller at 4285 Main Street in Stratford (MLS #98419605) has been busy.

2009 Updates
•New rear and garage roof
•New hot water heater
•Repointed the chimney
•Termite treatment
•Firebox re-mortared
•Chimney swept and cleaned
•GFI's in kitchen
•Furnace serviced and cleaned
•Washer installed on tub
•Fresh coat of polyurethane on living room and dining room floors.
•Fresh paint in living room, dining room, kitchen, and front/back porches.
Your buyer will appreciate the improvements!
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real estate: Shelton, Connecticut-Just listed two great homes! - 05/20/09 07:32 AM
 
$349,900
16 Joseph Court
MLS # 98421652

Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 full bath Raised Ranch with open floor plan.  Main level offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and sliders to deck.  Finished lower level with family room, laundry room, master bedroom suite with full bath, and private entrance.
 
$289,900
23 Joseph Court
MLS # 98421482

Gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Colonial offering remodeled eat-in kitchen, newer vinyl siding, and main level family room with fireplace and 1/2 bath.
Both of this homes are located at the end of a cul-de-sac in … (1 comments)

real estate: Trumbull, Connecticut-One of a kind Western Contemporary - 05/20/09 07:06 AM
 
 
$559,900
MLS # 98422271
7 Vintage Road

One of a kind Western Contemporary with spectacular views
This magnificent homes features a 41x27 Grand Room with vaulted ceiling, two ceiling fans, new carpet, and sliders to the yard.  New kitchen with stainless steel appliances, cabinets, granite, and access to deck with built-in bbq.  From the master bedroom suite with fireplace and private balcony to living room with soaring 9+ ceilings and new hardwood floors this home is does not disappoint.
Call The Kasey Group for more information 203-378-8200

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real estate: Stratford, Connecticut - 2010 Census - 05/08/09 08:12 AM
The 2010 census is nearing and that means it is time to verify addresses.
The U.S. government is preparing to do another census, as they do every ten years. In preparation for this, census takers are canvassing neighborhoods to verify addresses. If you see anyone in your neighborhood walking around recording address information, make sure they have a U.S. Census identification badge and are carrying a U.S. Census tote bag. Otherwise, if you are concerned about someone who looks suspicious, you can always call the police. The census takers will be in neighborhoods through July of 2009.
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real estate: Stratford Connecticut Real Estate - 05/07/09 03:11 AM
Every year William Raveis Real Estate hosts their annual awards ceremony to recognize the top producing agents in the Company.
For 2008 The Kasey Group was awarded:
Top Producing Team (for the Stratford office) Top Listing Team (for the Stratford office) Top 10-Closed Units (for the Stratford office) Top Team-Closed Unit (for the Stratford office) Top 10-Closed Units (company wide) The Chairman's Elite Club "Top 100" - In recognition of $18,387,700 in closed volume With 64 in closed units and $18,387,700 in closed volume The Kasey Group ranked #5 for William Raveis in Connecticut and #6 Company wide.
After a challenging … (0 comments)

real estate: Trumbull, Connecticut-New Listing in Prime Location - 05/05/09 03:38 AM
NEW LISTING
17 Sally Ann Drive, Trumbull
$399,900

(Exterior is in the process of being painted White)























 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Move right into this 4 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch featuring main level family room and update kitchen. 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The fabulous finished lower level with family room, spacious bedroom, and full bath with laundry adds an additional 525 square feet to this lovely home. 
Located on … (0 comments)

real estate: Stratford, Connecticut- Be The First To Know! - 04/30/09 08:10 AM
We just listed 9 Shoreline Drive in Stratford, Connecticut

Unobstructed views abound from this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Waterfront home. 
 Open floor plan with modern kitchen and beautiful deck overlooking the water.  The perfect summer retreat or enjoy the sunshine and sea breezes all year round. 
 Just $525,000!
For more information Call The Kasey Group today 203-378-8200
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real estate: Stratford, Connecticut - Did the President's first 100 days in office have any impact on us? - 04/29/09 08:22 AM
President Obama has been in office for 100 days and you may be wondering how it has effected those of us living in Connecticut.
Below you will see how Connecticut has been impacted by the President's first 100 days in office.
41,000 Jobs have been created or saved by the Recovery Act 1,306,000 Workers are receiving the Making Work Pay Tax Credit 24,700 Additional children have health care 30,000 Students have been aided by the American Opportunity Tax Credit Check out how you State has been impacted: http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/foundationforchange/

 
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real estate: Stratford, Connecticut-Homeownership at Lowest Level Since 2000 - 04/28/09 08:30 AM
Home ownership at Lowest Level Since 2000
According to the Census Bureau, the rate of U.S. home ownership slipped in the 2009 first quarter to the lowest level since the start of the decade. The U.S. homeownership rate dropped to 67.5 percent from 68 percent a year earlier, driven largely by a sharp decline among younger buyers as well as among African-American households. Loose credit pushed up national home ownership levels in recent years, but the trend is now being reversed by the recession and a foreclosure epidemic.
Source: The Wall Street Journal, Conor Dougherty (04/28/09)
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real estate: Stratford, Connecticut Open House-Sunday, 4/26 from 12-3 - 04/24/09 06:53 AM
Join us Sunday, April 26th for an Open House at
30 Summersweet Place(mls# 98412549) in Stratford, Connecticut




 
Just $592,500 for this stunning one of a kind 5,000 +/- Square Foot Custom Colonial featuring 13 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, full in-law, elevator, and mechanic's dream garage.
Directions-Cutspring to Nutmeg to Summersweet
 
 
 

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real estate: Stratford, Connecticut-Can there ever be too much information? - 04/22/09 07:30 AM
From Raveis.com to Listingbook.com it seems that all of the websites we use are coming up with newer and better ways to give us information but....
 Can there ever be too much information?
Here at The Kasey Group we like to give our clients weekly market updates.  We let them know how many showings they've had, what the feedback was, what internet activity there has been, and if any homes have come on/sold in their area. 

 
 
We recently discovered that almost every site offers a graph showing where activity is coming from.
Raveis.com, Listingbook.com, Visualtour.com, etc..  all offer our clients a breakdown of their internet … (0 comments)

real estate: Stratford, Ct-Good News.. Homes are Selling! - 04/16/09 08:07 AM
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and homes are selling! 
Is it spring market or has buyer confidence started to return?  Either way activity in the Real Estate market has started to return. 

Since April 1st The Kasey Group has put 5 listings Under Deposit/CTS and 2 more of our listings have offers that are being negotiated.
With all that is being said in the news about the Real Estate Market it is important to share the positive Real Estate news with our clients and fellow Real Estate agents.
 The Kasey Group would like to hear more about the … (6 comments)

real estate: FSBO... Good or Bad?! - 04/15/09 06:07 AM
Pronounced "fizzbo," a FSBO (for sale by owner) is a Realtor acronym for a property that an individual is looking to sell on their own.
To a certain extent, the notion may be driven by tough economic times. With equity evaporating in many markets, it might be a necessity for some sellers to go the DIY route. It is a question brought about by the perception of high cost for very little real work and a nagging sense that, hey, maybe I could do that.
Maybe you can. Maybe you shouldn't. The market, motivation, familiarity with the process, knowledge of real … (0 comments)

real estate: What do Oprah Winfrey and our new listing have in common? - 04/14/09 07:48 AM
 
We just listed 138 Fayerweather Terrace in the beautiful Black Rock section of Bridgeport, Ct. 

In 2007 scenes were filmed on Fayerweather Terrace for Oprah Winfrey's film For One More Day based on the book by Mitch Albom and in 2008 filming took place for All Good Things starring Ryan Gosling and Kirsten Dunst.  This is not only a popular film location but it is also one of the most sought after streets in Black Rock.  This great family home offers three bedrooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen with new ceramic tile floor, and a lovely backyard with new fencing and deck. 
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real estate: Stratford, Connecticut-Welcome to The Spring Market! - 04/13/09 03:35 AM
It seems like the Spring Market is upon us, as Stratford is seeing a rise in homes that are selling!
In Stratford, for single family homes:
January saw 74 new listings and 29 homes going on deposit.
February had 85 new listings with 26 homes going on deposit.
March had 68 new listings with 34 homes going on deposit.
and, already for April,
22 homes listed and 18 have already taken a deposit!
Curious how The Kasey Group compares?
We have 27 homes under deposit/sold!
How does the town that you work in compare?
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real estate: Urge your clients to take advantage of low interest rates! - 04/10/09 02:40 AM
If you are purchasing a home or trying to find ways to lower your current mortgage payment then you should know that there are programs out there for you.
Looking to make a purchase?
As interest rates remain near the lowest level in decades buyers with strong credit and stable jobs are able to take advantage of low interest rates.  If you are a first time home buyer  you are eligible for an $8,000 tax credit that does not need to be repaid.
 "For purposes of the credit, you are considered to be a first-time home buyer if you, and your … (0 comments)

real estate: Stratford, Connecticut Real Estate - 04/08/09 04:04 AM
Is your listing being promoted?
In today's real estate market it is important to utilize the tools that technology has to offer.  William Raveis Real Estate prides itself on being a technologically savvy company and has made Raveis.com a globally recognized website that has been visited by almost every country and territory in the world. 
One of the advantages of listing with The Kasey Group of William Raveis Real Estate is knowing that your listing will be marketed to the fullest.  Raveis.com now makes it easy for us as agents to upload our listings to Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and various other sites.  … (0 comments)

real estate: Connecticut Real Estate - 04/06/09 06:27 AM
Forbes.com just released their list of America's Most livable Cities and Stamford, Connecticut was listed at #4.  Check out the article below or go to http://www.forbes.com/2009/04/01/cities-city-ten-lifestyle-real-estate-livable-cities.html?partner=email for the complete article.
America's Most Livable Cities
The beer at Gritty McDuff's might be enough to lure people to Portland, Me. Established in 1988, the downtown pub offers a smattering of small-batch ales brewed on the premises in addition to usual tavern treats. From the patio, customers can enjoy a pint along cobblestone streets or retire to the copper-topped bar for a second round.
Tasty microbrews aren't the only reason to like Portland. Thanks to … (0 comments)

real estate: Stratford, Connecticut Real Estate - 04/03/09 08:38 AM
The Kasey Group will be hosting an Open House this Sunday, April 5th
 from 12-3 at 4285 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut.

Located in the north end of Stratford, Ct this beautiful home offers living room with fireplace, dining room with gleaming hardwood floors, and eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. 
Listed for just $237,500 this home is a must see!
Directions:  Main Street-Directly across from Cutspring Deli
 
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real estate: I am not a lead.. A video all Realtors should watch! - 04/02/09 06:17 AM
As members of the Real Estate community we wanted to share this video with you. I am not a lead As Real Estate agents we can easily get caught up in the process and forget that buying and selling a home is a major life decision. If you’re a first time homebuyer or selling the home you have lived in for over 20 years the real estate process can be stressful. Let’s give our clients the service they expect and remember that they aren't just a commission check. What does this video say to you? We want to give a special … (6 comments)