Interior Home Inspiration!Give your home a quick refresh with color, texture and timeless accents.When it comes to home interiors, it's all about color, texture and accents. One of my past clients did a beautiful job making their home cozy, inviting and show ready by incorporating a combination of colors, metallic accents and wood tone elements. Defiently impressed many buyers. If you are unsure what to remove, improve or incorporate, I'm here to help. Call 203-733-1613 or email PropertyGalCT@gmail.comLisa Brown-McDonald, REALTOR® The Brokerage of New England Real Estate Home Services. Servicing Fairfield and Litchfield County home buyers and sellers since 2004. Licensed in the State of Connecticut RES 0769069 04/04/2023

5 tips to insure home buyers are impressed Are you in the market to sell your home? Here are 5 tips to insure buyers are impressed with what's behind your front door. Depersonalize your space, style important areas with quality items. Remove personal photos, keep large wall art and add greenery. Prospective buyers will have an easier time picturing themselves living there. Simplify, only include furniture that adds function or beauty. Arrange or remove furniture to make rooms look larger and inviting. Remove unnecessary items from all surfaces. Keep immaculate, clean, make beds, clean towels in baths, organize closets, open windows, put away clothes and toys. Rational remodeling, update old light fixtures, window treatments and hardware. Fresh paint, adding a fresh coat of paint throug... 04/03/2023

Home buyers and sellers recommend Danbury CT Real Estate AgentLisa Brown-McDonald, REALTOR® 203-733-1613The Brokerage of New England"Lisa is fantastic! We highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a realtor (buy or sell). Lisa scores the highest by far in our experiences with real estate agents. We sincerely recommend her for: -Market intelligence -Professionalism -Creative marketing -Acumen representing her clients to agents, buyers and sellers. She is off the charts in this area! Lisa has command for the details, gives accurate market perspective, and is a joy to work with. With Lisa, you get peace of mind -- that you have the best information, the best representation and the best service. We were fortunate to find Lisa - she is the best. We would happily work with her again a... 03/17/2023

Danbury,CT is a mix of real estate options, from entry level apartments to townhouses. There are a lot of middle of the road options as well for both condos, single families and renting options. There are also luxury single family homes as well. As reported on the smart MLS, there were 91 sales of over $650,000 since the beginning of 2021 in Danbury to 3/2/2023.18 were located in the 06810 zip code which includes sales in the Long Ridge, Starrs Plain, Miry Brook and a portion of city center. The remaining were located on the 06811, which would include homes by Candlewood Lake, the King Street area, Aunt Hack region. Interestingly, were 21 direct waterfront homes on Candlewood Lake (average price $1,371,005).Generally speaking, you are looking in this category a price of about $342/squar... 03/06/2023

Jonathan Hall with William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty just this vintage era home in Bethel, CT.  Located at 45 Maple Ave extension, the home has been owned by the same family for over 50 years. Offering 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, recent improvments include generator, windows and siding. There is a large screened in porch, many orginal period details including beams & antique brick fireplace  and. lovely rose arbor & perennial gardens. The home is serviced by town sewer, and there is town water available to hook up. What made this home unique is the large .76 large which should allow the buyer to the opportunity to create a 2nd lot to possibly build a new home. Jonathan and his co-listing agent met with the town planner on a couple of occasions to discuss the potential as the val... 02/17/2023

Receive a $500 Closing Cost Credit when you buy or sell a home with us!Buying or selling a home in Fairfield or Litchfield County Connecticut this year? We are offering our clients a $500 closing cost credit in 2023. Claim yours now, call 203-733-1613 or email BrokerageNE@gmail.com                We are seeing rates anywhere from 5.375% for extremely well qualified borrowers on conventional loans, up to 6.875% for borrowers with less than perfect credit scores on government loans such as FHA and USDA. Programs available for 1st time home buyers offering low downpayment and down payment assistance, renovation loans and $1000 closing cost credit for hometown heroes (teachers, PD, fire, medical and etc). COMPARE LOANS ->Looking ahead, much depends on inflation, mortgage interest rates, and... 02/11/2023

Wondering what the value of your home is a large questionKnowing would be helpful-Plan To Upgrade-Plan To Scale Back-Plan to possible due a home equity loan-Your own unique situationI look at a few different things when it comes to evaluate-Location: Busier streets are typically adjusted down where as cul de sac increase value. Negative features could also be highway adjacent and busy corner. Positive features include any view, park/protected land adjacent or adjacent to golf course.-Square Footage: I confirm accurate above grade square footage from the town's assessors office and any info they have on a finished basement. We can only count livable permitted space. Extra features like a screened in porch can add value.-Condition: I look objectively from the floor to the roof. This is wh... 02/03/2023

Celebrating 19 years in Real Estate!If you know me, you know I love what I do and so incredibly thankful to help so many wonderful families with their real estate needs. From buying first homes, upsizing, downsizing to retirement homes, parents, their children, grandparents, friends and co-workers. To my clients, referring professionals and friends, thank you for your trust, continued support and referrals. Here's to many more years creating memorable moments and new beginnings.As always, I'm never to busy to answer questions, provide recommendations or share my real estate knowledge. Buying or selling a home takes strategy, experience and local market knowledge, with 19 years experience you can rely on me to get you the best possible result. Specializing in residential, luxury, investm... 01/26/2023

Jonathan Hall with William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty just leased this spacious and well maintained townhome in Shelter Rock area of  Danbury, Connecticut. Located in the Timber Oaks Community, the owner of 14 Paulding Terrace is a long-time client that keeps going back to Jonathan due to his service and positive results. This one-owner 'Edison'  model offers 3000 square feet of quality living space comprised of 3 bedrooms, a finished lower level, separate office nook and an attached two car garage. Recent improvements include dishwasher, refrigerator, air compressor and  refinished main level hardwood floors.  This premium unit is now under lease for $3850/month. Timber Oaks is a community of modern townhomes created from 2006-2013 along the Danbury/Bethel line with ample park... 12/27/2022

Jonathan Hall with William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty just sold  charming vintage era home in downtown Bethel,CT. Located at 14 High Street in Bethel. The home was being sold by it's 3rd family since it's over 100 year history. The sellers lived in the home for close to twenty years, raising their children's here, before moving locally to a larger home. On-going maintenance and improvements were made over the years making the home. Projects include newer gas furnance & central air conditioning, newer kitchen applicances and   renovated full bath with schoolhouse sink. Many of the orginal features and detail work remained, including orginal glass paneled built in cabinets, picture molding, hardwood floors and charming front porch.  Additional items included an invisible fence sy... 12/26/2022

Fairfield County Real Estate Newsletter, December 2022.With the spring market starting just after the holiday here in Connecticut it is time for buyers and sellers to sharpen their pencils and talk to their Realtors. Even though the season says cold, traditionally the real estate market will be heating up here in Fairfield County, Ct. in the New Year.    12/17/2022

Real Estate Sales Update For Woodland Hills Condos in Danbury,CT For 2022. Located in the Shelter Rock district with homes located along Woodcrest Lane, Faith Lane, Brook Lane, Pondside Way, Maura Lane and Crestview Lane, this community ranks as one of the top luxury townhome communities in the Danbury,CT region. Read more about real estate pricing which is both valuable for current residents, owners that are thinking of selling their unit now or in the near future, or for long-term planning.  Style Low Price Average Price High Price # of Homes Sold Granville(Interior 2 Bedroom) $375,000 $375,000 $375,000 1  Ives (interior 3 bedroom) $446,000 $457,333 $470,000 3  Amherst(end unit 2 bedroom) 0 n/a n/a 0  Fenton(medium sized end unit 3 bed) $465,000 $484,200 $495,000 3 Drake(large end uni... 11/18/2022

Real Estate Sales Update For Westwood Village in Danbury, CT For 2022 Located at 55 Mill Plain Road , this popular community is great for home buyers seeking an affordable real estate option in Western Danbury,CT. Read more about real estate pricing which is both valuable for current residents, owners that are thinking of selling their unit now or in the near future, or for long-term planning.  Style Low Price Average Price High Price # of Homes Sold 1 Bedroom Flat $153,500 $165,214 $180,000 7 1 Bedroom End Unit Townhouse $152,400 $177,988 $217,000 8 2 Bedroom Flat $165,000 $217,986 $242,000 14 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse With 2 car Garage $230,000 $267,765 $290,000 10 2 Bedroom Townhouse With Basement $200,000 $255,069 $305,000 13 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhouse With Garage $282,000 $282,000... 11/17/2022

Real Estate Sales Update For Kensington Woods & Briar Woods  in Danbury,CT For 2022. Both Kensington Woods and Briar Woods are located at the western site of Danbury,CT. While Kensington Woods was completed from 2000- 2001, Briar Woods was completed from 2005- 2006.  They both offer the identical style floor plans as they were completed by the same regional developer. Homes in both communities offer gas heat, open floor plan, a gas fireplace, deck off the main level, finished basement, in-unit laundry, a one car garage and more. The 'A' model has 1248 square feet with 1.5 baths, whereas the 'B' models has 1460 square feet with 2.5 bath. Square footage does not include the finished basement. There are a couple of small differences in two units, and if looking to purchase we should look a... 11/16/2022

Real Estate Sales Update For Birchwood Condos in Danbury,CT For 2022. Located at 27 Crows Nest Lane, this popular community is great for home buyers seeking a quality townhome in the Danbury,CT area. Read more about real estate pricing which is both valuable for current residents, owners that are thinking of selling their unit now or in the near future, or for long-term planning.  Style Low Price Average Price High Price # of Homes Sold Townhouse With Basement (No Garage) $160,000 $212,143 $253,000 7 Townhouse With Garage $175,000 $221,938 $265,000 16 Upper Level Ranch with Garage $177,000 $217,333 $275,000 9 Main Level Ranch with Garage $171,700 $210,034 $270,000 9 Upper Level Ranch with Basement n/a n/a n/a 0 Main Level Ranch with basement n/a n/a n/a 0 Summary $160,000 $217,660 $275,... 11/15/2022

2022 was another year filled with wonderful families looking to move.I'm honored to help families move to Connecticut, as well as relocate Out-of-State. 2022 was another year filled with wonderful families looking to move and I was ready to assist. Buying and selling simultaneously can be challenging, but happy to report we got it done. Happy clients, happy agent. Love receiving all the testimonials and appreciate the updates, including the lovely family photos.  If you're ready to buy, sell, or relocate I can help you move from where you are to where you want to be. Let 18+ years experience work for you! Call 203-733-1613 or email PropertyGalCT@gmail.com for a FREE consultation.Client Testimonials:"Lisa has gone above and beyond to help sell our house. She, was available for any questi... 11/08/2022

Lately, I have noticed a lot of new businesses expanding or opening in the area. They include but not limited to: -Carluzzi's grocery and liquor store at the far end of Mill Plain Road. Brand new to Danbury but has grocery stores in downtown Bethel, Newtown and Georgetown as well as liquor stores in the area. -Pho Vietnam, 2nd location in the area at the corner of Eagle Road and Newtown Road. Former  'Kai Asian' restaurant, opened October 1,2022. -Ihop, Newtown Road Danbury. Former location of 'Mazzo Mozzarella and Wine Bar'. -Sonic restaurant, White Street just opened taking over a long vacated site across from Western CT State University mid-town campus. -Ocean state job lot store opened in Spring of 2022 on  Backus Avenue, former location of 'Toy's R Us'-Iron factory gym on  Federal ... 10/11/2022

I have recently need a good amount of properties go up for sale shortly after the owners bought the house in the Danbury,CT area. I can think easily of about a dozen properties in my market that things didn't work out after their closing and now the owners are in a position where listing their home for sale is a necessary matter. Keep in mind the following as part of your decision making process.-Expense:  There are settlement charges associated with the sale of your home. They include real estate service fee, real estate conveyance tax split between the town and the state, recording fee, and your attorney's fee. You will also have you pay your movers. You will also get back at closing any taxes that is paid in advance and reimbursed for any remaining fuel. -Are you are aware of any hou... 10/04/2022

I did just recieve this unsolicated review from a recent real estate client. Jonathan,We would like to take a moment to thank you for your efforts over the years. We enjoyed working with you to find our first home for our family Danbury. When we thought about moving again, we knew we wanted to work with you again.  You were very helpful again in listening to our needs for your 'forever home'. We enjoyed toured only 6 homes matching our criteria which you came fully prepared with information.  We were fortunate to reach a satisfactory contract in a timely manner so secure such a great home that was almost twice as large as the condo   However, the covid 19  pandemic came we were panicked about our possible move. You kept us assured we were making the right decision, and worked hard to ge... 09/19/2022

Jonathan Hall with William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty just sold traditional New England colonial near the historic center of Brookfield,CT. Located at 10 Aramon Circle in Brookfield,CT  this 4 bedroom 2.5 bath was the dream 'forever' home from his clients growing family.  Offering almost 2700 square feet above grade plus a large finished walkout basement & enclosed 3 season porch, there is plenty of room for their family for 5 and 2 dogs to spread out.  There were many recent upgrades including kitchen, all 2.5 baths, roof, furnace, siding, paint and flooring throughout. The home sits on a lovely fairly flat and private lot in a smaller established cul de sac of similiar homes. Other great things about this particular property that make it stand out where the separate laundry r... 09/12/2022