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Looking for a low‑maintenance condo in Mt.Carmel that still feels like a home—with space, updates, and style?

Move‑in Ready Duplex‑Style Condo at 65 Valley View Drive in Mr. Carmel This beautifully refreshed duplex‑style condo in Hamden checks those boxes. Vaulted ceilings, central air, finished lower level, modern finishes—listed at $319,000 and ready to show soon. A Modern Layout With 1,584 sq ft, this unit offers far more space than many standard condos. Vaulted ceilings […]
Sellers

Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now

Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you do this year could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of selling next spring (the busiest season in real estate), the smartest move you can make is to start […]
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Development Opportunity on 5.18 Acres in a Prime Wolcott Location

Development Opportunity on 5.18 Acres in a Prime Wolcott Location Looking for a project-ready site with unbeatable exposure? Welcome to 981 Wolcott Road in Wolcott, Connecticut – a versatile 5.18-acre parcel perfectly positioned along Route 69 with steady traffic flow and outstanding visibility. This property offers a valuable head start on construction – footings and […]
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How do I sell my home fast in New Haven, CT without cutting my price? — Heike Severine’s advice

How do I sell my home fast in New Haven, CT without cutting my price? — Heike Severine’s advice **How do I sell my home fast in New Haven, CT without cutting my price?** To sell your home quickly in New Haven County without dropping your price, you need a balanced strategy — realistic pricing, […]

Uncategorized Looking for a low‑maintenance condo in Mt.Carmel that still feels like a home—with space, updates, and style? Move‑in Ready Duplex‑Style Condo at 65 Valley View Drive in Mr. Carmel This beautifully refreshed duplex‑style condo in Hamden checks those boxes. Vaulted ceilings, central air, finished lower level, modern finishes—listed at $319,000 and ready to show soon. A Modern Layout With 1,584 sq ft, this unit offers far more space than many standard condos. Vaulted ceilings […]

Sellers Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you do this year could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of selling next spring (the busiest season in real estate), the smartest move you can make is to start […]

Buyers Development Opportunity on 5.18 Acres in a Prime Wolcott Location Development Opportunity on 5.18 Acres in a Prime Wolcott Location Looking for a project-ready site with unbeatable exposure? Welcome to 981 Wolcott Road in Wolcott, Connecticut – a versatile 5.18-acre parcel perfectly positioned along Route 69 with steady traffic flow and outstanding visibility. This property offers a valuable head start on construction – footings and […]

Uncategorized How do I sell my home fast in New Haven, CT without cutting my price? — Heike Severine’s advice How do I sell my home fast in New Haven, CT without cutting my price? — Heike Severine’s advice **How do I sell my home fast in New Haven, CT without cutting my price?** To sell your home quickly in New Haven County without dropping your price, you need a balanced strategy — realistic pricing, […]

Buyers Ready to Negotiate? These New Haven County Homes Have Been Waiting For You! Which listings in New Haven County offer the best chances for negotiation right now? Homes that have been sitting on the market for 6+ months often signal motivated sellers—and potential deals for smart buyers. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to make your move, this might be it. A Market Shift Worth Watching […]

Buyers Spotlight on 42 Windsor Rd, Hamden: Fully Renovated & Ready to Impress Looking for a move-in ready home in Hamden with every modern touch already done for you? This fully renovated gem at 42 Windsor Rd delivers comfort, convenience, and style — all in a walkable neighborhood close to everything Hamden has to offer. A Fresh Start in Hamden Listed at $347,000, this three-bedroom, two-bath home has […]

Uncategorized Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here’s a trend worth paying attention to: More homeowners are buying their next house outright, without taking on a new mortgage. And, if […]

Uncategorized Listing Spotlight: Affordable 1-Bedroom Co-op in Success Village, Bridgeport — 361 Granfield Ave, Bldg 8, Unit A Looking for an affordable home in Bridgeport, CT that’s move-in ready? This first-floor 1-bed/1-bath **co-op** offers ~401 sq ft, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable price point—just **$46,000 with a $739 monthly HOA fee**. It’s an excellent option if you’re seeking a simple, low-maintenance home base in Bridgeport’s **Success Village**. ## Quick Highlights – **1 bedroom […]

Buyers End of Summer = Waterfront Opportunities! End of summer may be the perfect time to snag a waterfront home. While others are focused on back-to-school routines, you could be securing your dream property on the water. Market Snapshot Connecticut’s waterfront market is showing interesting dynamics right now. Recent data shows waterfront home prices along the Connecticut Shoreline have increased 10% or […]

Uncategorized Why 50% of Homes Are Selling for Under Asking and How To Avoid It Why 50% of Homes Are Selling for Under Asking and How To Avoid It If your selling strategy still assumes you’ll get multiple offers over asking, it’s officially time for a reset. That frenzied seller’s market is behind us. And here are the numbers to prove it. From Frenzy to “Normal” Right now, about 50% […]

Uncategorized From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy. Homes were listed one day and gone the next. Sometimes it only took hours. You had to drop everything to go and see the house, and if you […]

Buyers Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff #MortgageRates #HousingMarketForecasts #KeepingCurrentMatters Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage […]

Sellers Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell your house. But here’s the hard truth. Last year, homes that sold with an agent went for almost 15% more than those that sold without one. That gap […]

Sellers Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year. Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment. Conditions just weren’t great. Inventory was too low, prices were too high, and mortgage rates were bouncing […]

Uncategorized Move Meter New Haven, CT VS Naples, FL make your next move the right move Wherever your dreams take you, use the Move Meter® to help you get there. Compare locations based on living affordability, average home prices and other important factors. Try it out with whatever city you dream of moving to. Once you know where […]

MONEY MATTERS Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that’s generally the goal. But too many sellers are shooting too high right now. They don’t realize the market has shifted as inventory has […]

Buyers Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market. That’s because mortgage rates have been trending down lately – and that gives you a chance to jump back in. Mortgage rates […]

Sellers Headed Back Into the Office? You May Decide To Move Headed Back Into the Office? You May Decide To Move It’s no secret that remote work has surged over the last few years. And that flexibility gave a lot of people the freedom to move — and work — from wherever they wanted. But now, a growing number of companies are requiring employees to return […]

Sellers Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth? Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth? Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up. But have you ever stopped to think about what that actually means for your home? Home prices have risen dramatically over the past five years — […]

Sellers The Secret To Selling This Spring The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now Spring is the busiest season in the housing market. It’s the time of year when buyers are most active – that means it’s when homes sell faster and for top dollar. If you’ve already got a move on your mind, why not list this […]