2023

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Lower My Electric Bill? No doubt about it: Cold weather has arrived in Connecticut, and that can mean more expensive electric bills for our Connecticut homes! With a few strategic steps, however, you can actually reduce your electric bill, even during this time of year. Read on for simple ways to lower your electric bill–and keep it lower, all year long. Lower the...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are Different Types of Home Heating Systems, and What Are Their Benefits? You’re ready to begin searching for a home and your Calcagni Real Estate agent has lined up showing appointments for you. But once you begin your home search in earnest, you may discover that homes in Connecticut don’t always have the same types of home heating systems. You don’t have to be an HVAC...

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Different Levels of Homeowners Insurance? When it comes to homeowners insurance, not all coverage is created equal. In fact, there are different levels of coverage, and while policies should always be analyzed for their specific details, it may help if you decide which level of coverage makes the most sense for you as you’re scoping out such policies. Here are three...

Calcagni Real Estate is thrilled to welcome a new addition to our team! Please join us in extending a warm welcome to REALTOR Esther Moreau! Esther's psychology background and a strong desire to help people make her well-equipped for a career in Real Estate. When asked what attracted her to join Calcagni, Esther responded, "I loved the welcoming environment that gives the support I need in order to give my...

You Ask, We Answer: What Should I Look for In Homeowners Insurance? Once your Calcagni Real Estate agent has helped you find a home in Connecticut to buy, you’ll have a list of things to do that feels a mile long–but one of the most critical “to do’s” is to secure homeowners insurance for your new home. Knowing what you should look for in homeowners insurance, what it covers (and doesn’t) and...

Image by wayhomestudio on Freepik Reinventing Yourself: A Guide to Thriving in a New City By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net Embarking on a new chapter in a different city after a challenging period in life marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey. It's a time to rediscover oneself, make meaningful changes, and embrace the promise of new opportunities. Courtesy of Calcagni Real Estate, this guide...

You Ask, We Answer: Should I Buy a Fixer Upper House? You’re ready to buy a home in Connecticut, and your online home browsing has reached a fevered pitch. You may be wondering if buying a “fixer upper” house is right for you, and for good reason: fixer uppers can be a great solution to finding a home within your budget! There are lots of things to consider when buying a fixer upper, however, and...

You Ask, We Answer: How Should I Clean for Last Minute Guests? The holidays are wonderful in so many ways, but last minute guests can turn even the most festive mood into a stressful situation! Luckily, we here at Calcagni Real Estate know a few things about staging a home to look its best–and cleaning for last minute visitors is basically staging your home for your loved ones. The goal here is to...

You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Make My Holiday Guests Feel Welcome? The holiday season is rapidly approaching, and if you’ve got out-of-town guests staying in your Connecticut home this season, you may be feeling a little overwhelmed at the prospect of keeping everyone comfortable. No need to panic, however! At Calcagni Real Estate, we’re well acquainted with making others feel right at home. Here are...

CALCAGNI REAL ESTATE AGENT NAMED PRESIDENT OF MSAR Stanley Martone of Calcagni Real Estate Has Been Appointed the 2024 President of Mid-State Association of REALTORS November 1, 2023–Wallingford, CT–Owner and CEO of Calcagni Real Estate, Luke Williams has announced Stanley Martone, a REALTOR in the company’s Southington office, has been named President, Mid-State Association of REALTORS (MSAR)...