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...
You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Organize My Bathroom So Mornings Are Less Hectic? If mornings in your house are anything like most of ours here at Calcagni Real Estate, they’re a hectic mix of never enough time, too many people trying to get ready at once, and “I can’t find my…”. While we can’t help you find your keys or homework and can’t add more hours to the day, we may be able to help you...
You Ask, We Answer: How Should I Choose a Moving Company? You’ve worked with your Calcagni Real Estate agent to help you buy or sell your home, and now it’s time to hire a moving company. Whether you’re staying in Connecticut or moving across state lines, hiring the right moving company can protect your belongings as well as your peace of mind. Here are some of our considerations to help you choose...
You Ask, We Answer: What Should I Know as a First-Time Homebuyer? If you’re thinking about becoming a Connecticut homeowner for the first time, congratulations! With over 50 years in the Connecticut real estate business, we know firsthand how momentous buying a first home can be. And because we’ve helped countless homebuyers navigate the process for the first time, we have some helpful tips to get you...
You Ask, We Answer: How Should I Ready My Garden for Spring? While fall’s arrival may have us thinking about Halloween and Thanksgiving, it’s actually the ideal time of year to begin prepping your Connecticut garden for a successful spring bloom. By putting in some time and effort now, come spring, you’ll be in great shape to grow flowers, veggies, grass, and yes, even cut down on weeds. Here are...
You Ask, We Answer: Do I Need to Waterproof My Basement? Though we’re only a week into fall here in Connecticut, it’s already been a wet one–and with all the rain we’ve had, some Connecticut homeowners may have noticed their basements are feeling more damp than usual. What’s more, some may have seen water seepage or standing water in their basements. If you’ve been noticing your basement...
You Ask, We Answer: Why Do I Need to Have My Chimney Professionally Cleaned This Fall? This weekend marks the fall equinox, and we here at Calcagni Real Estate couldn’t be more excited. Autumn in New England is a magical time; between the stunning foliage, pumpkins and mums, fall festivals, and the first fires in our fireplaces, it’s hard not to love this cozy season! But if you haven’t had a...
You Ask, We Answer: How Can I Tell What the Property Lines Are for My Connecticut Home? From building a fence to installing a swimming pool or planting trees, knowing where the property lines are for your Connecticut home can not only help you decide the best places to add these items, but they can also help you avoid disputes with your neighbors when you do. Here’s how to tell what the property lines...