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There may be some debate over who coined the phrase “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts,” but there is no denying the importance of the HBRA of CT’s (Home Builders & Remodelers Association of CT) role supporting its members and the building industry in this state.  In fact, according to the HBRA’s website, the members of this statewide trade association are responsible for 70-80%...

With the rush of the holidays comes a slower-paced season for housing. Fear not, however! While there is typically less inventory around during the winter months, sellers have a unique opportunity to stand-out from their competition and truly shine. With the right staging and finesse, you can increase your chances of landing a sale and for the price you're looking for. Don't neglect the basics. Just...

It's no secret that home staging can play a huge role in how much you get for you house. Sometimes it feels like you have to renovate the whole place to make it presentable, but it's not true! I know I've had great success with these three simple tips. 1. Get Rid of Your Clutter The best thing you can do for your home isn't in buying fancy new things, it's about getting rid of some. This includes...

In our current economy, with consumer spending down- more people seem to prefer to stay close to home and view their homes as a retreat, a sort of haven… If the place you call home needs a bit of TLC, or you’re looking to increase its value, there are ways to do so while staying within your budget. There are many payoffs - the obvious one being that you will enjoy living in your house, and another...

If you've asked yourself lately, ”What can my country do for me?" ask no longer and call your Calcagni Associates REALTOR to make that home purchase you have been putting off. President Obama’s American Recovery and Investment Act signed into law on Feb 17, 2009 provided first time home buyers a unique opportunity to receive up to $8,000 in the form of a credit when purchasing a home between Jan 1 and...

People love to talk about real estate! Whether it's at my doctor's office, hairdresser or just visiting with friends, I get asked about real estate all the time. They know that I handle the marketing and do not sell, but they can't help themselves - they just have to ask. Especially now with all of the negative press about the housing market. I quickly remind them that they need to keep in mind that...

Welcome to Calcagni Associates Real Estate's first adventure into the world of blogging! We figured it was about time we created a way to share our experiences with you. We're not quite sure how this blog will evolve, but we hope it will be a great real estate resource, and at the very least make for some interesting reading. There is so much going on in the real estate industry right now that we...