Photo courtesy of Assurance Financial You Ask, We Answer: What Are Closing Costs? When your Calcagni Real Estate agent presents you with a sales contract for the house you want to buy, you’ll no doubt be aware of the down payment required to enter into purchasing the home. But for first- time homebuyers, preparing for closing costs may come as a surprise. No need to be caught unaware, however....
Photo courtesy of flooringinc.com You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top Flooring Trends in 2021?Time may have ceased to exist in this reality of ours (blurs-day, anyone?) but old habits die hard—and that means the advent of a new year has many of us thinking about fresh starts. For some Connecticut homeowners, changing up their floors holds extra appeal after so much time at home. With a plethora of...
You Ask We Answer: What Are the Top 5 Decor Trends for 2021?The new year is on the horizon (we promise!) and many Connecticut homeowners are looking to say goodbye to 2020 with some home decor updates. Whether you’re seeking a fresh coat of paint or are planning to move to a space more conducive to our altered reality, we at Calcagni have gathered five of the top decor trends for 2021 to help inspire you...
You Ask, We Answer: What Is the Best Way to Move with Pets?By the time your Calcagni agent has helped you navigate buying a house in Connecticut or selling your current home, your mind has probably already turned to the arduous task of packing for moving day. And while packing for and scheduling your move are obviously a crucial part of readying for your next place to live, prepping your pets for moving...
You Ask, We Answer: What Is Title Insurance, and Why Do I Need It? What is a title to a home? A title to a home is a document that proves who has legal rights to the property in question. A title also indicates if the current owner has liens on the property or has additional ownership claims. If a title is clear, it means that the buyer is not responsible for fixing these issues—and that is exactly...
Image courtesy of viva escrow You Ask, We Answer: How Does Escrow Work? Whether you’re a homebuyer or you’re selling your home, the word “escrow” is sure to come up at some point in your Connecticut real estate transaction. While your Calcagni Real Estate agent can work with your mortgage lender to help explain the details as they pertain to your unique contact, we’re exploring escrow...
Image courtesy of Denver Urban Renewal Authority You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Winterize My Home? We may be enjoying some unseasonably warm weather in Connecticut this week, but Novem-ber is well underway—and that means it’s only a matter of time before that New England chill settles in, reminding us of its arrival through every drafty door and window. As Connecticut’s leading independent real...
Image courtesy of the balance.com You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top Tips For Selling My Older Home Faster? The time has come to sell your Connecticut home, and it may feel overwhelming to try and list the house you’ve lived in for decades in a market seemingly dominated by just-completed homes. Before you become disenchanted with the process of listing your house, take a deep breath! Your...
Cheshire, Connecticut Named “Best Place to Live” in 2020 As Connecticut’s leading independently owned real estate company, we at Calcagni Real Estate know full well just how much there is to love about Connecticut. From its historic New England charm to its world-renowned colleges and universities and everything in between, Connecticut holds a wide appeal for people of all backgrounds, ages and...
You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Top 5 Tips to Moving with Kids During COVID-19? You’ve signed the contract for your Calcagni Real Estate agent, scheduled the closing and lined up the movers with plenty of time to spare. Congratulations—you’re about to begin a whole new chapter in homeownership! But whether this is the first time you’re moving with kids or you feel like a pro, moving during...
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