07 March 2013
The Charles Ives House in Danbury, Connecticut was the birthplace of the man many consider to be the America’s greatest classical composer. A one-and-a-half story structure built in 1780 it was home to several generations of Iveses who were prominent in Danbury’s history. Charles Ives was born here in 1874 who would bring the greatest [...]
Posted in CT Real Estate, Fairfield County Real Estate
07 March 2013
J. Alden Weir was one of America’s great impressionist painters who owned this beautiful farmland for 37 years and made it a retreat for artists. Located on the border of Ridgefield and Wilton, Connecticut about 60 miles from New York, it became a focal point of artists who came up from the city on weekends [...]
Posted in Wilton Connecticut
06 January 2013
Wallingford, CT - Brookfield and HomeServices of America joined forces to create a new franchise brand, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Prudential Connecticut Realty, a wholly owned subsidiary of HomeServices of America, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate will transition to the new brand name in late 2013. Locally, this presents brokers, agents and customers with a new and exciting [...]
Posted in CT Real Estate, Fairfield County Real Estate
23 April 2012
I am a big fan of recycling through “curb alerts” at the end of my driveway. I have the benefit of living on a state road in Ridgefield Connecticut. As a lifetime tag sale and flea market junkie, my finds fill my very comfortable home. By the time my finds make it to the basement, [...]
Posted in Green Living
09 April 2012
Here is a guest post from one of the smartest people I know, our mortgage officer, Jeff Jensen. We were discussing the market and his phrase was “Catch The Bottom”. Here is his theory behind it: “As I have been mentioning recently, the rates available currently are at the extreme bottom of the spectrum based [...]
Posted in CT Real Estate, Fairfield County Real Estate, Weston Connecticut Real Estate, Westport Connecticut, Westport Connecticut Real Estate
28 March 2012
You have heard the old real estate adage: The most important thing in real estate is Location, Location, Location. But, is that still the case for buyers? We are seeing an interesting trend in the market with a priority of finding the perfect home in great condition, with a second consideration of location. Buyers are [...]
Posted in CT Real Estate, Fairfield County Real Estate, Weston Connecticut Real Estate, Westport Connecticut, Westport Connecticut Real Estate, Westport CT Rentals, Wilton Connecticut
06 March 2012
Spring is approaching and so are the openings of many local farmers’ markets in Fairfield County. I love that our communities support “locally-grown”. There are still working farms in Connecticut, which can be enjoyed from spring through fall. Here is a short list of some of my favorites. Please contact me if I can add [...]
Posted in Westport Connecticut, Wilton Connecticut
06 January 2013
We are fortunate to have Farmer’s markets that continue through the winter. A local favorite is the Weston Winter Farmer’s market located inside the historic Norfield Grange at 12 Good Hill Road. The indoor market runs through May 4th, 2013 every Saturday (from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.). The Weston Grange is just minutes from the Merritt Parkway. [...]
Posted in Fairfield County Real Estate, Green Living
01 January 2013
In working with active agents in the Westport Connecticut market, I often have discussions about what trends they are seeing in the market. There are some emerging dynamics that have contributed to this very complicated market for both buyers and sellers. If I was sitting in front of a seller here would be my top 6 words of advice to [...]
Posted in CT Real Estate, Fairfield County Real Estate, Weston Connecticut Real Estate, Westport Connecticut, Westport Connecticut Real Estate
01 January 2013
I have been amazed at the amount of plastic that we touch everyday. Just one trip to the grocery store and you will see so much plastic being used, even with healthy foods, such as vegetables, poultry, and eggs. There IS a difference in plastic containers, and bottles and we should all be aware of [...]
Posted in Green Living, Westport Connecticut
13 September 2012
It’s a great time of year that is full of crisp air and college football. What’s more inspirational than the movie “Rudy”? Despite seeing it more than 20 times, I still get choked up when he finally gets to play at the end of the game. “Rudy” is playing tonight at Staples High at 6:30 [...]
Posted in Westport Connecticut
12 July 2012
At every sales meeting, our mortgage professional from Connecticut Home Mortgage, Jeff Jensen, updates us on the latest mortgage products. Rates are at historic lows and its time to JUMP IN! 30-year fixed rates are below 4% and adjustable rates are even lower. Contact Jeff Jensen to see what buying power you have!
Posted in CT Real Estate, Fairfield County Real Estate, Westport Connecticut, Westport Connecticut Real Estate
26 June 2012
This is the time when many sellers begin to sense a general lack of “traffic” in their homes. Welcome to the lazy days of Summer and the month of distractions. No doubt buyers are out in the market, however, mid June is prime time for potential buyers to get sidetracked by graduations, parties, and vacations. [...]
Posted in Westport CT Rentals
26 June 2012
Have you seen the bright duck signs around Westport and wondered exactly what they are? Join the Westport Rotary in the annual “Great Duck Race” on Saturday, June 30th from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The duck race will start at 1:00 p.m.! Buy your tickets and get your (plastic) ducks ready to race. Over 3000 [...]
Posted in Westport Connecticut
21 May 2012
Attorney Roz Koether, from Cohen and Wolf, P.C., attended our sales meeting this morning and covered the need for Private Road Maintenance Agreements and how they impact buyer financing and closings. There are over 400 private roads in the town of Westport and tighter restrictions from lenders are requiring a formal agreement. Fannie Mae is requiring a written [...]
Posted in Westport Connecticut Real Estate
14 May 2012
We are coming back!Looking for Consignors Sale Event Dates June 8th – 24th 877 Post Road East (exit 18/post road) Still time to consign - ALL items must be pre-approved Antiques, Furniture, Lighting, Rugs, Artwork, Mirrors and more. Designer and Vintage Clothing, Handbags and Shoes. Contact us to let us know what you have! Our [...]
Posted in Westport CT Rentals
30 April 2012
We have had a beautiful Spring and enjoyed the benefit of our beaches at Compo and Burying Hill. It’s now time to get your beach sticker in order to get access. 60 Compo Beach Road Compo Beach is a 29 acre park with an extensive sand beach along the shore of Long Island Sound and [...]
Posted in Westport Connecticut
23 April 2012
For my 29 years in real estate, the “days on market” stats on listings has always been tracked. It’s always a discussion between buyers and their agents and it’s used in price opinions as a measurement tool. Typically, buyers ask “how long has it been on the market?” When a property is listed for longer [...]
Posted in Fairfield County Real Estate, Weston Connecticut Real Estate, Westport Connecticut, Westport Connecticut Real Estate, Westport CT Rentals
15 April 2012
The Westport Arts Center presents “Jazz Jam Thursdays” at 51 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT. Right in the heart of Westport, Connecticut, the Westport Arts Center presents *Jazz Jam Thursdays*–Thursdays: May 17 & June 14, 7pm. The cost is $15 for the public and $10 for Westport Arts Center Members. Join WAC’s Artistic Director for Jazz, [...]
Posted in Westport Connecticut
10 April 2012
The sales in Westport Connecticut have been interesting so far from January through March. There are 13.21% more units closed than 2011, and “days on market” are relatively flat. The average list is off by 4.40% from 2011 and the average sale is down by 3.35%. In comparing 2012 to previous years, we are closest [...]
Posted in CT Real Estate, Fairfield County Real Estate, Westport Connecticut, Westport Connecticut Real Estate
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