It can be difficult to find the extra savings to put towards your first home as a renter. With rent and utility prices rising, most people’s paychecks are leaving them with less and less savings at the end of the month. Buying your first home, however, can be a great long-term financial decision. It will help you build equity, and,...

Purchasing a home may prove to be a long, arduous process, particularly for individuals who fail to prepare for potential house buying hurdles. Thankfully, there are several things that you can do to put yourself in position to enjoy a successful homebuying journey, such as: 1. Establish Realistic Expectations Much in the same way that Rome was not built in...

When you’re preparing your home for the market, your main goal is to make it as desirable as possible to potential buyers. Not only will this gain more attraction from interested parties, but it can also help you out in a bidding war by making your home stand out among the rest and therefore increasing the final sale value. Many...

When your family is searching for a home, it’s an exciting time for the adults, but if there are children involved, it can be a difficult task. Children don’t have to be left in the dark during a home search. Children of all ages can be involved in the process of finding a home. Read on for tips on how...

Great opportunity to own in desirable Castlewood complex! Townhouse style unit features 2 generous bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 partial, over 1500 sq ft, 1 car garage, and finished lower level. Open living room and dining room with cozy fireplace. Bright kitchen with plenty of natural light and sliders that lead to rear deck make an ideal flow for entertaining. Finished lower level makes a perfect family room or play area. Rear deck overlooks a private and lighlty wooded setting. Spacious unit with plenty of storage and good layout....

This recently renovated 1940s Cape style home was gutted to the studs and rebuilt. The house offers new siding, new windows, new roof, new patio, new kitchen with granite, new stainless appliances, Refinished hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, remodeled bathroom, and large finished basement rec room. Both the heating and C/air are newer. Quiet street and a large treed yard with tons of privacy. Another quality remodel done by Simone Development!!...

Wow ..... almost 2200 sq ft NEW CONSTRUCTION home for under 400k in Southington!! This house only needs a few finishing touches and then ready for new owners. Wonderful open layout on the first floor with 9 foot ceiling height, propane fireplace, granite counters, white kit cabinets with soft close drawers, stainless appliances, and many recessed lights. Almost all of the 4 bedrooms have walk in closets!! Both bathrooms have double sinks with granite tops and tile bath surrounds. The second floor has a bonus room which could be a 5th bedroom!! This property also features a 97% efficient heat system, tankless navien hot water heater, and all public utilities with gas. Great value at $389,900!!...

Whether it's for your children or grandchildren starting a kid-friendly garden is a rewarding activity for everyone. It’s a great hobby to enjoy together and a wonderful learning experience for you both. Start by sectioning off a piece of your yard or garden just for them. If you already have a garden or plan on starting one of your own...

Wow ..... almost 2200 sq ft NEW CONSTRUCTION home for under 400k in Southington!! This house only needs a few finishing touches and then ready for new owners. Wonderful open layout on the first floor with 9 foot ceiling height, propane fireplace, granite counters, white kit cabinets with soft close drawers, stainless appliances, and many recessed lights. Almost all of the 4 bedrooms have walk in closets!! Both bathrooms have double sinks with granite tops and tile bath surrounds. The second floor has a bonus room which could be a 5th bedroom!! This property also features a 97% efficient heat system, tankless navien hot water heater, and all public utilities with gas. Great value at $389,900!!...

If you add your house to the real estate market but fail to garner buyers' attention, now may be a good time to revamp your home pricing strategy. Otherwise, your home may remain on the housing market for many weeks or months before it finally sells. Generally, there are several factors you need to consider to determine if you have...