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Photo of Arbor Meadows in Cromwell You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Budget for New Construction? Whether you’ve started house hunting online or you’ve been slowly wading back into in-person open houses, chances are, your search for the perfect Connecticut home comes with a “wish list.” For many homebuyers today, having ample space to work (and learn) from home is figuring more prominently during...

Home Lifestyle Trend: Outdoor Kitchens   Outdoor spaces are enjoying a resurgence—and today’s latest lifestyle trend has Connecticut homeowners rethinking the way they use their decks, patios, and backyards to create outdoor kitchens and living spaces that bring all the comforts of inside out into nature. It seems there’s no better time than now—when we’re having to rethink where and how...

Photo courtesy of realtor.com You Ask, We Answer: What Do I Need to Know About Relocating to the Suburbs During COVID-19? Our new reality during the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted in myriad ways: From distance learning and working from home to a premium value placed on living space, life under the coronavirus is shaping our present and helping to determine our future. With so many variables at play,...

Photo courtesy of Anne J Macinty You Ask, We Answer: Help! My Yard Is All Weeds. What Can I Do? Summer is in full swing, and whether you’ve recently moved in to your dream house or are a veteran homeowner, chances are, your yard figures prominently into your summer plans. But looking out onto your yard and seeing a lawn full of weeds can be discouraging at best, and overwhelming at worst....

Now Trending: Technology to Help You Work From Home For many of us, the COVID-19 pandemic has required us to get creative about what constitutes our “new normal.” From distance learning to working from home, we’ve had to carve out space and set up shop from our home offices-bedrooms-bathrooms-closets. Even as our communities begin to open up again, many of us are faced with the ongoing challenge...

How Savvy Homeowners Can Protect Against Weather-Related Issues By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net For a majority of homeowners, your house is the largest piece of your investment portfolio. In fact, it's estimated that more than 60 percent of the net worth for the average American is due to the equity in their home. As a result, homeowners should take extra steps to protect their home from weather-related...

3 Tips to Help Retirees Avoid Issues When Buying a Vacation Home By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net Retirement is a great time for seniors to travel, which is why so many retirees choose to purchase a second home to make relaxing in a favorite destination easier. Buying and owning a vacation home are not without their challenges, though. So if you are a senior who is considering investing in a vacation home,...

How to Find Success with a Vacation Rental as Your First Investment By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net Are you interested in opportunities for passive income? Some statistics indicate that vacation rentals are growing in popularity, and with sound strategies, they can be a terrific investment for first-time investors. Read on for tips to help put your finances in order, choose the right property, and run it...

Preparing Your Home for a Senior: How to Make It Safe, Comfortable, and Inviting By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net Preparing your home to receive a senior relative is a big job. Many families open up their homes to parents or grandparents who can’t live alone anymore due to safety or health issues, and while it can be a better alternative to assisted living in a care facility, it can also take work, both...

Time to Outsource: Some Repairs Are Better Left to the Pros By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net With so many resources at your fingertips, you may be quite the DIY pro when it comes to home repair.  You’ve conquered projects like patching holes in the wall, laying down new hardwood flooring, and installing a backsplash in your kitchen.  Resources like instruction books, TV shows, and YouTube videos enable...