2022

It’s Fall Festival Season in Connecticut Here are some of Calcagni Real Estate’s Favorites You’ll never find us here at Calcagni Real Estate wishing away the summer months, but as New Englanders, the fall season just never seems to lose its magic for us. There’s the golden sunlight that dapples the changing leaves, the particular shade of blue the sky takes on, and the crisp mornings and...

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Create a Climate Friendly Yard? If you love the look of a beautifully landscaped yard but are concerned about its environmental impacts, we have good news: It’s possible to create a yard for your Connecticut home that isn’t just beautiful to look at, but better for the planet, too. Let’s dive in to determine what a climate friendly yard is, and how you can achieve...

Giving Back for Back-to-School It’s nearly back-to-school time, and while we here at Calcagni Real Estate love Connecticut’s summer months, we still get excited for back-to-school, no matter how old we get. There’s just something about the promise of crisp fall days and getting back on a schedule that never leaves us! But for many Connecticut kids, heading back to school can be a fraught...

5 Drought-Friendly Plants for Your Connecticut Garden This summer in Connecticut has been a scorcher, and not just for us. Our yards have suffered the brunt of soaring temps and brilliant sunshine, and while we here at Calcagni Real Estate always love a beautiful garden, it can be hard to keep one at its best when faced with drought-like or diminished rainfall conditions. But going without rain...

4 Eco-Friendly Weed Killers That Work Summer in Connecticut may as well be synonymous with weeds. Between spring’s ample rain and the heat and humidity that have blanketed our beautiful state this year, weeds are having some of their best days ever. If you’re anything like us, you’ve become increasingly exasperated with how prolific the weeds in your yard are. But before you reach for that harsh...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are Common Staging Mistakes to Avoid? When it comes to selling your Connecticut home, your Calcagni Real Estate agent will be an invaluable resource. They’ll help you determine the listing price, walk you through each step with clarity, and even help you understand how best to stage your home so it draws potential buyers. But if you want to understand more about how to make...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top Remodeling Trends this Summer? Your Calcagni Real Estate agent found the perfect Connecticut house for you and your family–but now, you want to personalize it to really make it feel like home. If your thoughts keep coming back to remodeling your kitchen, you’re in luck: This summer has some remodeling trends for every budget–and they’re trends that are...

You Ask, We Answer: How Are Parents Influencing Their Adult Children’s Decision to Buy Homes? As today’s housing market continues to thrive, a trend is emerging among some Millenials and their parents: For some adult children, their parents are the bridge between being able to afford a home–and not. Let’s look at how parents are influencing their adult children’s decision to buy a home, and...

You Ask, We Answer: Is Housing Demand Going to Slow Down Soon? It seems that for the past several years, housing demand in Connecticut has been a hot topic of conversation. Whether you’ve bought a house, sold one, or have just been curious about where the housing market stands–and where it’s headed–Calcagni Real Estate has pertinent information to share with you. Read on for more of what our...

You Ask, We Answer: What are Accessory Dwelling Units?If you’ve been thinking about expanding the space you live in to accommodate your changing lifestyle while also expanding your privacy, we have good news. Whether you’re committed to staying in your current Connecticut home or are interested in investing in new construction, you can still make your dreams of extended space a reality. Get to know...