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Would You Let $80 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home?

Would You Let $80 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home? A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now. They’re watching rates hover a little above 6% and thinking, I’ll buy once they hit the 5s. Because who doesn’t want a better rate? But here’s the thing: that […]
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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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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 […]
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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 […]

Buyers Would You Let $80 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home? Would You Let $80 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home? A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now. They’re watching rates hover a little above 6% and thinking, I’ll buy once they hit the 5s. Because who doesn’t want a better rate? But here’s the thing: that […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Buyers 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 […]

Buyers 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 […]

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 […]

Buyers Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year? And more specifically, what it all means for you if you plan to buy or sell a home? The best way to get that information is to lean on the pros. Experts are constantly updating and revising their […]

Buyers The #1 Reason People Move: To Be Closer to Family and Friends The #1 Reason People Move: To Be Closer to Family and Friends Have you ever thought about packing up and moving to be closer to the people who mean the most to you? Maybe you’re tired of long drives to see your family or wish your kids could spend more time with their grandparents. Clearly, […]

Buyers Why Moving to a More Affordable Area Makes Sense Why Moving to a More Affordable Area Makes Sense Moving to a more affordable area could be the fresh start you need to get ahead financially. While some markets are certainly more affordable than others, know that working with a trusted real estate agent to find what fits your budget and your desired location – […]

Buyers Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Agent Myths Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Agent Myths When it’s time to buy or sell a home, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who you’ll work with as your agent. That choice will have an impact on your entire experience and how smoothly it goes. As you figure out who you’ll partner with, it’s important to know […]

Buyers A Newly Built Home May Actually Be More Budget-Friendly A Newly Built Home May Actually Be More Budget-Friendly If you’re in the market to buy a home, there’s some exciting news for you. Many people assume that newly built homes are more expensive than existing ones (houses that have already been lived in), but that’s not always the case. In fact, exploring newly built homes […]

Buyers The Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal The Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal When you decide to buy your first home, you may come across a number of terms and conditions you’re not familiar with. While you may have a general idea of what an inspection is, maybe you’re not sure why you need one or how it’s different from an […]

Buyers Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season. If you’re excited about getting away and having some fun in the sun, it might make sense to consider if owning your own vacation home […]

Buyers Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move? Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move? If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring into action. Here’s some information that could help answer that question for you. In the housing market, there’s a longstanding relationship […]

Buyers Why We Aren’t Headed for a Housing Crash Why We Aren’t Headed for a Housing Crash If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Instead, experts say home prices are going to keep going up. Today’s market is very different […]

Buyers How Changing Mortgage Rates Impact You Check out this useful information about rates for homebuyers today: Check out the Move Meter Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home, it’s important to know how mortgage rates (click here for a mortgage calculator). impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month. That’s because even a small change in these rates can […]

Buyers What’s Really Happening with Mortgage Rates? What’s Really Happening with Mortgage Rates? Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard someone say they’re coming down. But then you read somewhere else that they’re up again. And that may leave you scratching your head and wondering what’s true. The simplest answer is: […]